How to Use UPnP on a Router
How you activate UPnP depends on the router you have.
The first step is the same for most router brands:sign in as an admin.
NETGEAR
Go toADVANCED>Advanced Setup>UPnP.
To get in, use thedefault NETGEAR password list.. opt for check box next toTurn UPnP On.
Specify the two options that are shown:
SelectApply.
Some NETGEAR routers, such as the Nighthawk M1, store the UPnP option elsewhere.
FindAdvanced parameters>Other, and then a box you’re able to check from theUPnPsection.
Linksys
ChooseAdministrationfrom the top.
On some models, you have to choose the configs/gear icon from the left menu first.
See theLinksys Default Password Listif you don’t know the IP address or login details.
opt for radio button next toEnableorEnabled, on theUPnPline.
If you don’t see it, confirm you’re in theManagementsubmenu.
If you don’t see one of those options,manually reboot the router.
D-Link
Open theADVANCEDtab at the top.
ChooseADVANCED NETWORKfrom the left side, orUPNP SETTINGif that’s what you see instead.
From theUPNPorUPNP SETTINGSarea on the right, check the box next toEnable UPnP.
HUAWEI
After signing in to the router, openMore Functionsfrom the menu.
ChooseNetwork Settingsfrom the left side, followed by theUPnPsubmenu.
FindUPnPon the right side, and choose the button next to it to turn it on.
Some HUAWEI routers require different steps to use UPnP.
see to it you’re in theInternet Connectiontab, and then selectYesnext toEnable UPnP.
On some routers, you’re looking for theUPnPtab on this step; selectEnablefrom that page.
TP-Link
Navigate toAdvanced>NAT Forwarding>UPnP.
Learnhow to find your router’s IP addressif you’re not sure how to sign on.
opt for button next toUPnPto turn it on.
Some TP-Link routers don’t require you to openAdvancedfirst.
Google Nest Wifi
TapWi-Fifrom the main page of the Google Home app.
You candownload the Google Home App from the Google Play store.
choose the tweaks icon at the top right, and then tapAdvanced networkingon the following page.
Tap the button next toUPnP.
Google Fiber
Sign in to Fiber.
Navigate toAdvanced>Ports.
opt for button next toUniversal Plug and Play.
Should I Turn on UPnP on My Router?
UPnP has clear benefits.
It speeds up the setup process when using software and devices, such as gaming consoles.
Malicious software can run its harmful code directly through your web link more easily when UPnP is on.
DDoS attacks are another risk you’re opening yourself up to when using UPnP.
