NETGEAR NIGHTHAWK RAX120 User Manual

Quick Start
1
On your mobile phone,
download the Nighthawk
app and follow the setup
instructions.
Tap the Security icon in your
Nighthawk app to verify that
NETGEAR Armor is activated.
Check out everything you
can do on the Nighthawk
app! Run a speed test,
pause the Internet, see all
the connected devices, and
more.
2
Secure your
devices with
NETGEAR Armor
™
3
Do more with the
app
Your Nighthawk comes
with NETGEAR Armor
cybersecurity. Armor blocks
online threats like hackers
and phishing attempts on
your devices.
Download the
Nighthawk app to
install your router

NETGEAR NIGHTHAWK RAX120 Specifications

General

WiFi Speed	Up to 6 Gbps
Antenna	8 high-performance internal antennas
Beamforming	Yes
MU-MIMO	Yes
OFDMA	Yes
WiFi Technology	802.11ax
Bands	2.4 GHz, 5 GHz
USB Ports	Two USB 3.0 ports
Security	WPA3
Memory	512 MB NAND flash & 1 GB RAM
Ethernet Ports	1 x 2.5G WAN, 5 x 1G LAN
Dimensions	12.2 x 8.27 x 2.44 in (310 x 210 x 62 mm)

Summary

Quick Start Guide

Download Nighthawk App

Install your router by downloading the Nighthawk app and following setup instructions.

Activate NETGEAR Armor Security

Secure your devices by verifying NETGEAR Armor activation for cybersecurity protection.

Explore Nighthawk App Features

Discover additional app functionalities like running speed tests and managing devices.

Router Hardware Overview

Router LEDs and Ports Identification

Identifies and explains the router's various LED status indicators and network ports.

Router Buttons and Power Connector

Details the function of router buttons such as WPS, reset, and the power connector.

Installation Troubleshooting and Support

Troubleshooting Router Installation Issues

Provides essential steps to resolve common problems encountered during router installation.

Accessing Support and Community Resources

Guides users to NETGEAR support channels and community forums for assistance.

Regulatory and Legal Compliance

Compliance Information and Terms of Use

Outlines regulatory compliance details, privacy policy, and NETGEAR's terms and conditions.