Flint 2 (GL-MT6000) User Guide¶
All of GL.iNet's devices have a simple and almost identical setup process, click here to learn about the first time setup.
How to set up Flint 2¶
To set up Flint 2, you will use one of the four supported internet connection methods: Ethernet, Repeater, Tethering, and Cellular. Watch this setup video or follow the steps below.
(This video uses a different GL.iNet router to demonstrate the setup but the steps are the same for Flint 2 and other router models.)
1. Power on the Flint 2¶
Put the two-piece power adapter together. Connect it to your router and plug it into a outlet. It will start up automatically.
2. Connect your device to the Flint 2¶
Connect your computer or mobile device to the router using Wi-Fi or ethernet.
Connect your device to the router's LAN port using an ethernet cable.
On your device, locate your router's Wi-Fi network name in the list of available networks and enter the password. (You can find the default network name and password printed on your router's label.)
3. Connect the Flint 2 to the internet¶
Note: The following instructions were written for those using the router web Admin Panel to connect the router to the internet. If you want to use the GL.iNet app instead of the web Admin Panel, download the app and follow the on-screen instructions.
1. Sign in to the router web Admin Panel¶
In a web browser's address bar, enter 192.168.8.1 and sign in. Choose your language, then click Next. Set your admin password, then click Apply.
2. Set up your internet connection method(s)¶
Connect an ethernet cable to your router's WAN port and an upstream device, such as a modem. If you are connected to the internet successfully, a green dot appears next to "Ethernet."
Please refer to Connect to the Internet via an Ethernet cable for detailed instructions.
- On the main screen of the web Admin Panel, locate the "Repeater" section, then click Connect.
- Select a Wi-Fi network.
- Enter the network password, then click Apply.
If you are connected to the internet successfully, a green dot appears next to the Wi-Fi network name.
Please refer to Connect to the Internet via an existing Wi-Fi network for detailed instructions.
- Connect your mobile device to the router's USB port using a 3.0 USB data transfer cable.
- In your mobile device's settings, enable tethering.
- On the main screen of the web Admin Panel, click Connect in the "Tethering" section.
If you are connected to the internet successfully, a green dot appears next to "Tethering".
Please refer to Connect to the Internet via USB tethering for detailed instructions.
Connect the router to the internet by inserting a cellular enabled USB modem into the router's USB port. This method is most useful for sharing internet access from a USB modem to all connected devices.
Click here to learn how to connect to the internet via usb modem
Note: If you want to use the Multi-WAN feature, you will have to set up more than one internet connection methods.
How to set up a VPN¶
A VPN (virtual private network) creates a secure, encrypted traffic between your device and the VPN server. It provides an added layer of privacy and security (VPN client) and allows you to access a remote network (VPN server). Flint 2 (and other GL.iNet routers) support OpenVPN, WireGuard, and Tor.
Flint 2 (and other GL.iNet routers) support the OpenVPN protocol which offers strong security. To set up OpenVPN, follow these tutorials:
Flint 2 (and other GL.iNet routers) support the WireGuard protocol which offers great speeds and convenience. To set up WireGuard, follow these tutorials:
Tor, short for The Onion Router, is a privacy-focused network that enables anonymous communication over the internet. It routes internet traffic through a series of volunteer-operated servers (nodes) to obscure the user's location and usage, making it difficult to trace online activities.
Cloud services¶
GL.iNet GoodCloud cloud management service provide an easy and simple way to remotely access and manage GL.iNet routers.
To set up GoodCloud, refer to GoodCloud.
AstroWarp is an advanced networking platform designed to provide seamless remote networking and remote device management. Built specifically for GL.iNet router integration, AstroWarp supports comprehensive device management across entire networks, enabling both upper and lower device control. With a focus on network-wide management and future support for hardware-level control, AstroWarp offers a more robust and dependable solution for managing devices and maintaining secure, stable networks.
To set up AstroWarp, refer to AstroWarp.
Applications¶
A plugin is a software component that adds specific features or functionalities to an existing computer program, allowing for customization and enhancement of its capabilities.
To set up plug-ins, refer to Plug-ins.
Dynamic DNS (DDNS) automatically detects and updates the IP address associated with a domain in real-time. It is most useful for users who need a static IP address for accessing a remote network.
To set up dynamic DNS, refer to Dynamic DNS.
Network storage refers to a centralized data storage solution that allows multiple users and devices to access and share files over a network.
To set up network storage, refer to Network Storage.
AdGuard Home is a network-wide ad and tracker blocking solution that acts as a DNS server to filter unwanted content across all devices connected to a home network.
To set up AdGuard Home, refer to AdGuard Home.
Parental controls are a group of settings designed to help you manage and control your children's devices. They include limiting their screen time and restricting their access to certain content. Flint 2 offers two options for parental controls: the local version developed by GL.iNet and the integrated version from Bark, a parental controls app.
To set up parental controls, refer to Parental controls.
ZeroTier is a software-defined networking solution that enables users to create secure, virtual networks over the internet, connecting devices as if they were on the same local network.
To set up ZeroTier, refer to ZeroTier.
Tailscale is a VPN service that allows you to access your devices and applications anywhere.
To set up Tailscale, refer to Tailscale.
Network settings¶
Port forwarding allows remote servers and devices on the internet to access devices on a private network. To set up port forwarding, refer to Port Forwards.
Multi-WAN is a networking feature that allows you to set up your router with multiple internet connections (e.g., cellular, repeater, and ethernet) at the same time. If your current internet connection fails, the router will automatically switch to another internet connection. This ensures smooth and uninterrupted internet access.
To set up multi-WAN, refer to Multi-WAN.
LAN, or Local Area Network, is a network that connects computers and devices within a limited geographical area, such as a home or office. It enables high-speed data transfer and resource sharing, allowing devices to communicate with each other efficiently.
To set up LAN, refer to Lan Tutorial.
The Guest Network page allows you to set a subnet within the IPv4 private address ranges 192.168.0.0/16, 172.16.0.0/12, or 10.0.0.0/8, specify the gateway and netmask IP addresses, and configure security settings like AP isolation for the guest network.
To set up LAN, refer to Lan Tutorial.
The DNS page allows you to set custom DNS servers, enable DNS rebinding attack protection and override DNS settings of all clients, allow custom DNS to override VPN DNS, and configure the DNS server settings mode to automatic or manually specify DNS servers from the Ethernet connection.
To set up DNS, refer to DNS.
The Network Port Management page allows you to configure the WAN and LAN ports, set the WAN/LAN interface to Ethernet, specify the MAC mode and MAC address for the WAN interface, and show the negotiate the network port rate.
Network mode refers to the configuration settings that determine how a device connects to a network and communicates with other devices.
To set up network mode, refer to Network Mode.
IPv6, or Internet Protocol version 6, is the most recent version of the Internet Protocol designed to replace IPv4. It provides a vastly larger address space, allowing for a virtually unlimited number of unique IP addresses, which is essential for accommodating the growing number of devices connected to the internet.
To set up IPV6, refer to IPV6.
Drop-in gateway extends the functionality of your main router with features it may not have, including AdGuard Home, encrypted DNS, and VPN.
To set up drop-in gateway, refer to How to set up drop-in gateway.
IGMP snooping is a network optimization technique used in Ethernet switches to manage and control multicast traffic.
To set up IGMP snooping, refer to IGMP Snooping.
Hardware acceleration refers to the use of specialized hardware components to perform specific tasks more efficiently than general-purpose CPUs.
To set up network acceleration to this Network Acceleration tutorial.
The NAT Settings page allows you to enable or disable Full Cone NAT and SIP ALG (Application Layer Gateway) functionality.
To set up NAT settings, refer to NAT Settings.
System settings¶
Please visit the System Overview tutorial.
- To upgrade the router's firmware, please visit the Upgrade tutorial.
- To schedule tasks, please visit the Scheduled Tasks tutorial.
- To set timezone, please visit the Time Zone tutorial.
- To view the logs, please visit the Log tutorial.
- To set security, please visit the Security tutorial.
- To reset firmware, please visit the Reset Firmware tutorial.
- To adjust advanced settings, please visit the Advanced Settings tutorial.
Product overview¶
Product information¶
Flint 2 (GL-MT6000) is a Wi-Fi 6 home and office router ideally suited for heavy-duty data transmission, mass device connectivity or ultra-low latency gaming environments. Flint 2 offers blazing-fast WireGuard VPN speeds of up to 900Mbps. In addition, it also supports advanced network redundancies, including Multi-WAN, Failover and Load balance to ensure an uninterrupted network.
Package contents¶
Your router package includes:
- 1 x Flint 2 (GL-MT6000)
- 1 x Power adapter
- 1 x Ethernet cable
- 1 x User manual & warranty card
- 1 x Converter (selected plug type)
- 1 x Thank you card
Check out Flint 2's unboxing video.
Specifications¶
Refer to gl-mt6000 specifications.