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NETGEAR Nighthawk Mesh WiFi 6 System User Manual

NETGEAR Nighthawk Mesh WiFi 6 System
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User Manual
Nighthawk Mesh WiFi 6 System
NETGEAR, Inc.
350 E. Plumeria DriveJanuary 2020
San Jose, CA 95134, USA202-12018-02

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NETGEAR Nighthawk Mesh WiFi 6 System Specifications

General IconGeneral
WiFi TechnologyWiFi 6 (802.11ax)
AntennasInternal antennas
MU-MIMOYes
OFDMAYes
SecurityWPA3
BeamformingYes
BackhaulDedicated WiFi backhaul
Parental ControlsYes
Guest NetworkYes
App SupportNighthawk App
CoverageUp to 4, 500 sq. ft.
SpeedUp to 1.8Gbps
Number of Nodes2 or 3 (depending on the specific model)
BandsDual-band
PortsGigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Ports1 WAN and 3 LAN Gigabit Ethernet ports per node
ProcessorQuad-core processor
CompatibilityWorks with any internet service provider

Summary

Overview

Router Hardware and LED Overview

Details the hardware features and LED indicators of the Nighthawk Mesh WiFi 6 router.

Satellite Hardware and LED Overview

Describes the hardware features and LED indicators for the Nighthawk Mesh WiFi 6 satellite unit.

Connect Your Router

Provides step-by-step instructions for connecting the Nighthawk Mesh WiFi 6 router to a modem.

Sync Your Satellite with Router

Details the process of syncing the Nighthawk Mesh WiFi 6 satellite with the main router.

Connect to Network and Access Router

Connect to the Network

Explains how to connect devices to the Nighthawk Mesh WiFi 6 system via wired or WiFi.

Install and Manage Mesh System with Nighthawk App

Details how to install and manage the mesh system using the dedicated Nighthawk mobile application.

Specify Internet Settings

Use Internet Setup Wizard

Walkthrough for using the setup wizard to automatically configure the router's internet connection.

Manually Set Up Internet Connection

Provides steps for manually configuring the router's internet connection settings.

Specify IPv6 Internet Connections

Details on configuring IPv6 internet connections when automatic detection fails.

Control Internet Access

Enable Access Control for Internet Access

Steps to enable and configure access control rules to manage device internet access.

Optimize Performance

Optimize Internet Traffic with Dynamic QoS

Leveraging Dynamic Quality of Service (QoS) to prioritize and manage internet traffic for better performance.

Manage Network Settings

Change WiFi Password or Security

How to change the WiFi network's password and adjust security settings like WPA2/WPA3.

Manage Your Router

Update Router and Satellite Firmware

Instructions for checking and installing the latest firmware for the router and satellite.

Change Admin Password

Steps to change the administrative password for accessing the router's settings.

Reset Admin Password

Procedure to reset the router's admin password if it has been forgotten.

Return to Factory Default Settings

Procedure for resetting the router or satellite to its original factory default configuration.

Manage Port Forwarding and Triggering

Manage Port Forwarding to Local Server

Configuring port forwarding rules to allow specific incoming internet traffic to reach local servers.

Use VPN to Access Network

Set Up VPN Connection

Instructions for setting up a virtual private network (VPN) connection to access the router remotely.

Use VPN to Access Home Internet Service

Allowing VPN clients to use the home network's internet service when accessed remotely.

Troubleshooting

Cannot Log In to Router

Solutions for issues preventing login to the router's web interface.

Cannot Access Internet

Steps to diagnose and fix problems preventing internet access through the router.

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