NETGEAR Nighthawk RAX48 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.
Your Nighthawk comes with
NETGEAR Armor cybersecurity.
Armor blocks online threats like
hackers and phishing attempts on
your devices.
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
Download the
Nighthawk app to
install your router
Secure your
devices with
NETGEAR Armor™
3
Do more
with the app

NETGEAR Nighthawk RAX48 Specifications

General

Wi-Fi Standard	Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)
Frequency Bands	2.4 GHz and 5 GHz
Wi-Fi Bands	Dual-Band
Number of Ports	5
USB Ports	1 x USB 3.0
Memory	512 MB RAM, 256 MB flash memory
Dimensions	10.71 x 7.95 x 2.25 in (272 x 202 x 57 mm)
Weight	1.28 lb (580 g)
Processor Speed	1.5 GHz
Beamforming	Yes
MU-MIMO	Yes
OFDMA	Yes
Antenna	4 external antennas
Security	WPA3

Summary

Quick Start Guide

Download and Install Nighthawk App

Download the Nighthawk app on your mobile phone and follow the setup instructions to install your router.

Secure Devices with NETGEAR Armor

Verify NETGEAR Armor activation in the Nighthawk app. Armor protects devices from online threats like hackers and phishing.

Explore Nighthawk App Capabilities

Discover app features like running speed tests, pausing the internet, and viewing connected devices.

Router Overview and Components

Front Panel Buttons and Ports

Details on WiFi On/Off, WPS Button, Reset Button, and USB 3.0 Port on the router's front panel.

Rear Panel Connectivity Ports

Information on Ethernet Ports, Internet Port, and Power Connector located on the router's rear.

Router Status LED Indicators

Explanation of Power, Internet, 2.4 GHz WiFi, 5 GHz WiFi, and USB 3.0 LEDs for status monitoring.

Troubleshooting Installation Issues

Support and Community Resources

Regulatory and Legal Information