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TP-Link Change Wireless Channel

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Follow this guide to change the Wireless channel on your TP-Link FlashRouter.

1. Connect your computer, phone, or tablet to the TP-Link router via wireless (FlashRouter24 / FlashRouter50) or via ethernet cable to one of the LAN ports on the router.

The FlashRouter WiFi password is printed on the sheet that came with the router and is set to Wireless#[First 5 characters of your router MAC]. The router MAC can be found on the bottom of your router if you cannot locate the sheet. For e.g. if your MAC is 1459C07E70A8 then your WiFi password is Wireless#1459C

Be sure to capitalize the W.

2. Once connected via wireless or ethernet on your device open your browser and go to the TP-Link firmware settings.

TP-Link URL Access

3. Enter tp-link as the admin password to access the TP-Link firmware settings.

TP-Link admin password

4. Click Wireless.

TP-Link Wireless tab

5. Change the Channel setting to the number that you want to use. Click Save.

TP-Link Change Wireless Channel

6. Connect your devices to the wireless network again as they may have been disconnected when making this change.

TROUBLESHOOTING

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TP-Link Merge or Separate 2.4GHz and 5GHz Wi-Fi

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Your TP-Link router broadcasts a 2.4GHz and a 5GHz Wi-Fi network. These can be separated to allow you to assign your devices to the network that best suits them or merged into a single network so your devices automatically select the best band to use. Follow this guide to separate or merge your Wi-Fi bands.

1. Connect your computer, phone, or tablet to the TP-Link router via wireless (FlashRouter24 / FlashRouter50) or via ethernet cable to one of the LAN ports on the router.

The FlashRouter WiFi password is printed on the sheet that came with the router and is set to Wireless#[First 5 characters of your router MAC]. The router MAC can be found on the bottom of your router if you cannot locate the sheet. For e.g. if your MAC is 1459C07E70A8 then your WiFi password is Wireless#1459C

Be sure to capitalize the W.

2. Once connected via wireless or ethernet on your device open your browser and go to the TP-Link firmware settings.

TP-Link URL Access

3. Enter tp-link as the admin password to access the TP-Link firmware settings.

TP-Link admin password

4. Click Wireless.

TP-Link Wireless tab

5. Check the Smart Connect checkbox to merge the two Wi-Fi bands. Uncheck the Smart Connect checkbox to separate the two Wi-Fi bands. If you have the two Wi-Fi bands separated make sure the Network Name (SSID) fields have different names for 2.4GHz and 5GHz bands. Click Save.

TP-Link Merge Wifi
TP-Link Separate Wifi

6. Connect your devices to the new wireless network.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Still having issues? Visit the VPN Troubleshooting section.

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Netgear R6400V2 DD-WRT WiFi Settings

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Recommended DD-WRT WiFi settings for the Linksys R6400V2 are based on extensive testing by FlashRouters. Please note that optimal settings may vary depending on external factors such as home size, interference, and the types of WiFi devices you are connecting in your network.

Screenshots below provide a visual display of WiFi settings exactly as they appear in the Linksys R6400V2 with DD-WRT firmware.

Navigate to the Wireless > Basic Settings to view or edit WiFi network settings.

2.4 GHz - Wireless-N

View R6400 DD-WRT FlashRouter 2.4GHz Settings

5.0 GHz - Wireless-AC

View R6400 DD-WRT FlashRouter 5GHz Settings

Additional DD-WRT WiFi Information

Intimidated by all the available WiFi settings? The DD-WRT website provides extensive information about all of the available configuration options in the firmware. Learn about everything from Wireless channels to channel widths and more in the Basic Wireless Settings – DD-WRT Wiki.

R6400V2 DD-WRT Wireless Security

The preset WiFi password is Wireless#[First 5 characters of your router MAC]. The router MAC can be found on the bottom of your router. For e.g. if your MAC is 1459C07E70A8 then your WiFi password is Wireless#1459C

Navigate to the Wireless > Wireless Security to view or edit WiFi passwords.

View R6400 DD-WRT FlashRouter WiFi Security Settings

TROUBLESHOOTING

Trouble with your Netgear R6400 V2 WiFi? Visit the Wireless troubleshooting section.

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Windscribe WireGuard Setup

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Preparing for Windscribe WireGuard Setup

Verify your Windscribe login information

If you are not already a Windscribe user Sign Up Now.

Log in to your account on the Windscribe website.

Windscribe Login

Go to the Windscribe WireGuard config generator page and select the Server location and Port you would like to use. Click Download Config.

Windscribe Wireguard select server location

Open the .conf file that is downloaded using Notepad in Windows or TextEdit in Mac.

DD-WRT Router Setup for Windscribe WireGuard

Navigate to Setup > Tunnels 

Enter Winscribe WireGuard settings

1. Click Add Tunnel.

2. Set Tunnel to Enable.

Setup - Tunnel - Enable Tunnel

3. Select Wireguard from the dropdown.

Setup - Tunnel - Select Wireguard

3. Set CVE-2019-14899 Mitigation to Enable. Set NAT via Tunnel to Enable. Set Local Port to 51820. Set MTU to 1420.

Windscribe Wireguard Basic Settings

4. Check Firewall inbound and Kill Switch.

Windscribe Wireguard enable Firewall and Kill Switch

5. Set Advanced Settings to Enable and copy the PrivateKey from the .conf file and paste it into the Local Private Key field.

Windscribe Wireguard conf file PrivateKey
Windscribe Wireguard Local Private Key

6. Click Add Peer.

Windscribe Wireguard Add Peer

7. Set Peer Tunnel IP to 0.0.0.0. Set Peer Tunnel DNS to the DNS found in the .conf file.

Windscribe Wireguard Peer Tunnel IP and DNS

8. Set Endpoint to Enable. Copy and Paste the Endpoint from the .conf file and paste it into the Endpoint Address field. Enter the same Port that appears next to the Endpoint.

Windscribe Wireguard conf file Endpoint
Windscribe Wireguard paste Endpoint

9. Leave Allowed IPs as 0.0.0.0/0. Set Router Allowed IP’s via tunnel to Enable. Set Persistent Keep Alive to 25.

Windscribe Wireguard settings

10. Copy and Paste the PublicKey from the .conf file and paste it into the Peer Public Key field.

Windscribe Wireguard conf file PublicKey
Windscribe Wireguard Peer Public Key

11. Set Use Pre-shared Key to Enable. Copy and Paste the Presharedkey from the .conf file and paste it into the Pre-Shared Key field.

Windscribe Wireguard conf file PresharedKey
Windscribe Wireguard Pre-shared Key

12. Copy the Address from the .conf file and paste it into the IP Addresses/Netmask(CIDR) field.

Windscribe Wireguard IP Address
Windscribe Wireguard conf file Address

Certain DD-WRT builds will show two separate fields here: IP Address and Subnet Mask. If that is the case set the IP Address field to the Address without the /32 added and set the Subnet Mask to 255.255.255.255

21. At the bottom of the page click Save and then click Apply Settings.

Verify a successful Winscribe connection

Navigate to Setup > Tunnels

  1. You should Endpoint, Latest handshake, and Transfer in the WireGuard status area.
  2. Visit whatismyipaddress.com to verify your status as using Winscribe.

Back up your settings

Navigate to Administration > Backup

  1. Click the Backup button.
  2. A file named nvrambak.bin will be saved to your computer.
  3. You can load nvrambak.bin to restore your settings in the event of a reset.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Still having issues? Visit the VPN Troubleshooting section.

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What is a DNS leak and how can I prevent a DNS leak in my router?

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What is a DNS leak?

A DNS Leak is an instance where your ISP receives DNS requests despite being connected to a VPN tunnel.

How do I check if my DNS is leaking?

  1. Perform the extended test on DNSLeakTest.com. Be sure to do so on multiple web browsers for best accuracy.
  2. Here you should only find one server and your ISP should not be listed as your actual ISP.
  3. If your actual ISP is not listed there is no DNS leak.

How can I prevent a DNS leak in DD-WRT?

Check your device's browser settings

Updates to web browsers have added DNS settings capabilities, while this often makes your browsing experience more secure it can also effect the results of a DNS leak test. You can go into your browser’s settings and search for “DNS” and disable the DNS of the browser for more accurate DNS leak test results.

A simple web search for “DNS settings [browser name]” should return helpful information for finding the setting in your browser.

Adjust DD-WRT settings

1. On the Setup > Basic Setup page of the DD-WRT settings check the Ignore WAN DNS box.

This setting may not appear in older DD-WRT firmware builds. If it is not appearing for you, upgrade your DD-WRT firmware.

DD-WRT Check Ignore WAN DNS

2. Lower on the same page check the Forced DNS Redirection box.

DD-WRT Check Forced DNS Redirection

3. Click Apply Settings at the bottom of the page and then wait a full minute and power the FlashRouter off and back on. Reconnect to the FlashRouter’s network once it boots back up and then make sure you are connected to VPN by going to https://whatismyipaddress.com then perform the DNS leak test again.

Adding your VPN provider’s DNS servers to the router’s configuration can be helpful as well. The DNS servers are typically found on the VPN provider’s website or you can reach out to their team for a recommendation of what DNS servers to enter.

Netgear R6700V3 Nighthawk DD-WRT WiFi Settings

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Recommended DD-WRT WiFi settings for the Netgear R6700V3 are based on extensive testing by FlashRouters. Please note that optimal settings may vary depending on external factors such as home size, interference, and the types of WiFi devices you are connecting in your network.

Screenshots below provide a visual display of recommended WiFi and encryption settings exactly as they appear in the Netgear R6700V3 with DD-WRT firmware.

Navigate to the Wireless > Basic Settings to view or edit WiFi network settings.

2.4 GHz - Wireless-N

View R6700V3 DD-WRT FlashRouter 2.4GHz Settings

5.0 GHz - Wireless-AC

View R6700V3 DD-WRT FlashRouter 5GHz Settings

Additional DD-WRT WiFi Information

Intimidated by all the available WiFi settings? The DD-WRT website provides extensive information about all of the available configuration options in the firmware. Learn about everything from Wireless channels to channel widths and more in the Basic Wireless Settings – DD-WRT Wiki.

R6700V3 DD-WRT Wireless Security

The preset R6700V3 FlashRouter WiFi password is Wireless#[First 5 characters of your router MAC]. The router MAC can be found on the bottom of your router. For e.g. if your MAC is 1459C07E70A8 then your WiFi password is Wireless#1459C

Navigate to the Wireless > Wireless Security to view or edit WiFi passwords.

View R6700V3 DD-WRT FlashRouter WiFi Security Settings

TROUBLESHOOTING

Trouble with your Netgear R6700V3 WiFi? Visit the Wireless troubleshooting section.

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Asus RT-AC5300 DD-WRT WiFi Settings

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Recommended DD-WRT WiFi settings for the Asus RT-AC5300 are based on extensive testing by FlashRouters. Please note that optimal settings may vary depending on external factors such as home size, interference, and the types of WiFi devices you are connecting in your network.

Screenshots below provide a visual display of recommended WiFi and encryption settings exactly as they appear in the Asus RT-AC5300 with DD-WRT firmware.

Navigate to the Wireless > Basic Settings to view or edit WiFi network settings.

2.4 GHz - Wireless-N

View AC5300 DD-WRT FlashRouter 2.4GHz Settings

5.0 GHz - Wireless-AC #1

View AC5300 DD-WRT FlashRouter 5GHz #1 Settings

5.0 GHz - Wireless-AC #2

View AC5300 DD-WRT FlashRouter 5GHz #2 Settings

Additional DD-WRT WiFi Information

Intimidated by all the available WiFi settings? The DD-WRT website provides extensive information about all of the available configuration options in the firmware. Learn about everything from Wireless channels to channel widths and more in the Basic Wireless Settings – DD-WRT Wiki.

RT-AC5300 DD-WRT Wireless Security

The preset Asus RT-AC5300 FlashRouter WiFi password is Wireless#[First 5 characters of your router MAC]. The router MAC can be found on the bottom of your router. For e.g. if your MAC is 1459C07E70A8 then your WiFi password is Wireless#1459C

Navigate to the Wireless > Wireless Security to view or edit WiFi passwords.

View RT-AC5300 DD-WRT FlashRouter WiFi Seucirty Settings

TROUBLESHOOTING

Trouble with your Asus RT-AC5300 WiFi? Visit the Wireless troubleshooting section.

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Linksys WRT3200ACM DD-WRT WiFi Settings

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Recommended DD-WRT WiFi settings for the Linksys WRT3200ACM are based on extensive testing by FlashRouters. Please note that optimal settings may vary depending on external factors such as home size, interference, and the types of WiFi devices you are connecting in your network.

Screenshots below provide a visual display of recommended WiFi and encryption settings exactly as they appear in the Linksys WRT3200ACM with DD-WRT firmware.

Navigate to the Wireless > Basic Settings to view or edit WiFi network settings.

5.0 GHz - Wireless-AC

View WRT3200ACM DD-WRT FlashRouter 5GHz #1 Settings

2.4 GHz - Wireless-N

View WRT3200ACM DD-WRT FlashRouter 2.4GHz Settings

Additional DD-WRT WiFi Information

Intimidated by all the available WiFi settings? The DD-WRT website provides extensive information about all of the available configuration options in the firmware. Learn about everything from Wireless channels to channel widths and more in the Basic Wireless Settings – DD-WRT Wiki.

WRT3200ACM DD-WRT Wireless Security

The preset WRT3200ACM FlashRouter WiFi password is Wireless#[First 5 characters of your router MAC]. The router MAC can be found on the bottom of your router. For e.g. if your MAC is 1459C07E70A8 then your WiFi password is Wireless#1459C

Navigate to the Wireless > Wireless Security to view or edit WiFi passwords.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Trouble with your Linksys WRT3200ACM WiFi? Visit the Wireless troubleshooting section.

Troubleshoot Here

Netgear R9000 Nighthawk X10 DD-WRT WiFi Settings

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Recommended DD-WRT WiFi settings for the Netgear R9000 are based on extensive testing by FlashRouters. Please note that optimal settings may vary depending on external factors such as home size, interference, and the types of WiFi devices you are connecting in your network.

Screenshots below provide a visual display of recommended WiFi and encryption settings exactly as they appear in the Netgear R9000 with DD-WRT firmware.

Navigate to the Wireless > Basic Settings to view or edit WiFi network settings.

5.0 GHz - Wireless-AC

View R9000 DD-WRT FlashRouter 5GHz Settings

2.4 GHz - Wireless-N

View R9000 DD-WRT FlashRouter 2.4GHz Settings

5.0 GHz - Wireless-AD

Additional DD-WRT WiFi Information

Intimidated by all the available WiFi settings? The DD-WRT website provides extensive information about all of the available configuration options in the firmware. Learn about everything from Wireless channels to channel widths and more in the Basic Wireless Settings – DD-WRT Wiki.

R9000 DD-WRT Wireless Security

The preset R9000 FlashRouter WiFi password is Wireless#[First 5 characters of your router MAC]. The router MAC can be found on the bottom of your router. For e.g. if your MAC is 1459C07E70A8 then your WiFi password is Wireless#1459C

Navigate to the Wireless > Wireless Security to view or edit WiFi passwords.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Trouble with your Netgear R9000 WiFi? Visit the Wireless troubleshooting section.

Troubleshoot Here

Linksys WRT1900ACS / ACV2 / ACV1 DD-WRT WiFi Settings

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Recommended DD-WRT WiFi settings for the Linksys WRT1900AC are based on extensive testing by FlashRouters. Please note that optimal settings may vary depending on external factors such as home size, interference, and the types of WiFi devices you are connecting in your network.

Screenshots below provide a visual display of recommended WiFi and encryption settings exactly as they appear in the Linksys WRT1900AC with DD-WRT firmware.

Please note there are many versions of the WRT1900AC with the same recommended settings, including WRT1900ACv1, WRT1900ACv2, WRT1900ACS, and WRT1900ACSv2.

Navigate to the Wireless > Basic Settings to view or edit WiFi network settings.

5.0 GHz - Wireless-AC

View WRT1900ACS DD-WRT FlashRouter 5GHz Settings

2.4 GHz - Wireless-N

View WRT1900ACS DD-WRT FlashRouter 2.4GHz Settings

Additional DD-WRT WiFi Information

Intimidated by all the available WiFi settings? The DD-WRT website provides extensive information about all of the available configuration options in the firmware. Learn about everything from Wireless channels to channel widths and more in the Basic Wireless Settings – DD-WRT Wiki.

WRT1900AC DD-WRT Wireless Security

The preset WRT1900AC FlashRouter WiFi password is Wireless#[First 5 characters of your router MAC]. The router MAC can be found on the bottom of your router. For e.g. if your MAC is 6038E07E70A8 then your WiFi password is Wireless#6038E

Navigate to the Wireless > Wireless Security to view or edit WiFi passwords.

View WRT1900AC DD-WRT FlashRouter WiFi Security Settings

TROUBLESHOOTING

Trouble with your Linksys WRT1900ACS WiFi? Visit the Wireless troubleshooting section.

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Netgear R6300V2 DD-WRT WiFi Settings

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Recommended DD-WRT WiFi settings for the Netgear R6300V2 are based on extensive testing by FlashRouters. Please note that optimal settings may vary depending on external factors such as home size, interference, and the types of WiFi devices you are connecting in your network.

Screenshots below provide a visual display of recommended WiFi and encryption settings exactly as they appear in the Netgear R6300V2 with DD-WRT firmware.

Navigate to the Wireless > Basic Settings to view or edit WiFi network settings.

2.4 GHz - Wireless-N

View R6300 DD-WRT FlashRouter 2.4GHz Settings

5.0 GHz - Wireless-AC

View R6300 DD-WRT FlashRouter 5GHz Settings

Additional DD-WRT WiFi Information

Intimidated by all the available WiFi settings? The DD-WRT website provides extensive information about all of the available configuration options in the firmware. Learn about everything from Wireless channels to channel widths and more in the Basic Wireless Settings – DD-WRT Wiki.

R6300V2 DD-WRT Wireless Security

The preset R6300V2 FlashRouter WiFi password is Wireless#[First 5 characters of your router MAC]. The router MAC can be found on the bottom of your router. For e.g. if your MAC is 1459C07E70A8 then your WiFi password is Wireless#1459C

Navigate to the Wireless > Wireless Security to view or edit WiFi passwords.

View R6300 DD-WRT FlashRouter WiFi Security Settings

TROUBLESHOOTING

Trouble with your Netgear R6300 V2 WiFi? Visit the Wireless troubleshooting section.

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Netgear R7800 Nighthawk X4S DD-WRT WiFi Settings

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Recommended DD-WRT WiFi settings for the Netgear R7800 are based on extensive testing by FlashRouters. Please note that optimal settings may vary depending on external factors such as home size, interference, and the types of WiFi devices you are connecting in your network.

Screenshots below provide a visual display of recommended WiFi and encryption settings exactly as they appear in the Netgear R7800 with DD-WRT firmware.

Navigate to the Wireless > Basic Settings to view or edit WiFi network settings.

5.0 GHz - Wireless-AC

View R7800 DD-WRT FlashRouter 5GHz Settings

2.4 GHz - Wireless-N

View R7800 DD-WRT FlashRouter 2.4GHz Settings

Additional DD-WRT WiFi Information

Intimidated by all the available WiFi settings? The DD-WRT website provides extensive information about all of the available configuration options in the firmware. Learn about everything from Wireless channels to channel widths and more in the Basic Wireless Settings – DD-WRT Wiki.

R7800 DD-WRT Wireless Security

The preset R7800 FlashRouter WiFi password is Wireless#[First 5 characters of your router MAC]. The router MAC can be found on the bottom of your router. For e.g. if your MAC is 1459C07E70A8 then your WiFi password is Wireless#1459C

Navigate to the Wireless > Wireless Security to view or edit WiFi passwords.

View R7800 DD-WRT FlashRouter WiFi SecuritySettings

TROUBLESHOOTING

Trouble with your Netgear R7800 WiFi? Visit the Wireless troubleshooting section.

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Netgear R7000 Nighthawk DD-WRT WiFi Settings

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Recommended DD-WRT WiFi settings for the Netgear R7000 are based on extensive testing by FlashRouters. Please note that optimal settings may vary depending on external factors such as home size, interference, and the types of WiFi devices you are connecting in your network.

Screenshots below provide a visual display of recommended WiFi and encryption settings exactly as they appear in the Netgear R7000 with DD-WRT firmware.

Navigate to the Wireless > Basic Settings to view or edit WiFi network settings.

2.4 GHz - Wireless-N

View R7000 DD-WRT FlashRouter 2.4GHz Settings

5.0 GHz - Wireless-AC

View R7000 DD-WRT FlashRouter 5GHz Settings

Additional DD-WRT WiFi Information

Intimidated by all the available WiFi settings? The DD-WRT website provides extensive information about all of the available configuration options in the firmware. Learn about everything from Wireless channels to channel widths and more in the Basic Wireless Settings – DD-WRT Wiki.

R7000 DD-WRT Wireless Security

The preset R7000 FlashRouter WiFi password is Wireless#[First 5 characters of your router MAC]. The router MAC can be found on the bottom of your router. For e.g. if your MAC is 1459C07E70A8 then your WiFi password is Wireless#1459C

Navigate to the Wireless > Wireless Security to view or edit WiFi passwords.

View R7000 DD-WRT FlashRouter WiFi Security Settings

TROUBLESHOOTING

Trouble with your Netgear R7000 WiFi? Visit the Wireless troubleshooting section.

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Netgear R8500 Nighthawk X8 DD-WRT WiFi Settings

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Recommended DD-WRT WiFi settings for the Netgear R8500 are based on extensive testing by FlashRouters. Please note that optimal settings may vary depending on external factors such as home size, interference, and the types of WiFi devices you are connecting in your network.

Screenshots below provide a visual display of recommended WiFi and encryption settings exactly as they appear in the Netgear R8500 with DD-WRT firmware.

Navigate to the Wireless > Basic Settings to view or edit WiFi network settings.

5.0 GHz - Wireless-AC #1

View R8500 DD-WRT FlashRouter 5GHz #1 Settings

2.4 GHz - Wireless-N

View R8500 DD-WRT FlashRouter 2.4GHz Settings

5.0 GHz - Wireless-AC #2

View R8500 DD-WRT FlashRouter 5GHz #2 Settings

Additional DD-WRT WiFi Information

Intimidated by all the available WiFi settings? The DD-WRT website provides extensive information about all of the available configuration options in the firmware. Learn about everything from Wireless channels to channel widths and more in the Basic Wireless Settings – DD-WRT Wiki.

R8500 DD-WRT Wireless Security

The preset Netgear R8500 FlashRouter WiFi password is Wireless#[First 5 characters of your router MAC]. The router MAC can be found on the bottom of your router. For e.g. if your MAC is 1459C07E70A8 then your WiFi password is Wireless#1459C

Navigate to the Wireless > Wireless Security to view or edit WiFi passwords.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Trouble with your Netgear R8500 WiFi? Visit the Wireless troubleshooting section.

Troubleshoot Here