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NETGEAR Nighthawk X6
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For a Gigabit WiFi connection for your home entertainment center, install the first NIGHTHAWK
router, then set up the second NIGHTHAWK in Bridge mode near the home entertainment
center and connect via Ethernet your Smart TV, DVR, game console or Blu-ray® player. The
NIGHTHAWK Bridge connects at 802.11ac WiFi speeds to the NIGHTHAWK WiFi Router,
providing you a gigabit wifi connection to your home entertainment center.
Benefits of installing the NIGHTHAWK router as a bridge:
Enables you to take advantage of Gigabit WiFi speeds on current devices
Utilize Gigabit WiFi for applications like video and gaming by putting this next to your home
entertainment center
Connect multiple devices like NAS, Smart TV, NeoTV, Blu-ray player, game console at Gigabit
WiFi speeds using a WiFi link
Avoids the need for separate WiFi adapters for multiple devices
How to Set Up Bridge Mode on the NIGHTHAWK Router
Make sure that the base router (the router that the NIGHTHAWK will connect to) is operational
and able to connect wireless devices. Make a note of the following items: SSID, security mode,
wireless password, operating frequency (either 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz).
1. Log in to the NIGHTHAWK Router by typing routerlogin.net on an Internet browser’s
address bar.
2. Go to Advanced tab > Advanced Setup and click Wireless Settings.

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NETGEAR Nighthawk X6 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Ethernet LANYes
Cabling technology10/100/1000Base-T(X)
Networking standardsIEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11ac, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.3u
Ethernet LAN data rates10, 100, 1000 Mbit/s
Ethernet LAN interface typeGigabit Ethernet
Modulation256-QAM
Wi-Fi bandNo
Wi-Fi standards802.11a, Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), 802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
Top Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
WLAN data transfer rate (max)1300 Mbit/s
Rack mounting-
Frequency range2.4 - 5 GHz
USB ports quantity2
WLAN data transfer rates supported600, 1300 Mbit/s
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports5
Security algorithmsWPA-PSK, WPA2-PSK
Product colorBlack
Flash memory128 MB
Processor frequency1000 MHz
Windows operating systems supportedWindows 2000, Windows 2000 Professional, Windows 7 Enterprise, Windows 7 Enterprise x64, Windows 7 Home Basic, Windows 7 Home Basic x64, Windows 7 Home Premium, Windows 7 Home Premium x64, Windows 7 Professional, Windows 7 Professional x64, Windows 7 Starter, Windows 7 Starter x64, Windows 7 Ultimate, Windows 7 Ultimate x64, Windows 8, Windows 8 Enterprise, Windows 8 Enterprise x64, Windows 8 Pro, Windows 8 Pro x64, Windows 8 x64, Windows Vista Business, Windows Vista Business x64, Windows Vista Enterprise, Windows Vista Enterprise x64, Windows Vista Home Basic, Windows Vista Home Basic x64, Windows Vista Home Premium, Windows Vista Home Premium x64, Windows Vista Ultimate, Windows Vista Ultimate x64, Windows XP Home, Windows XP Home x64, Windows XP Professional, Windows XP Professional x64
Cables includedLAN (RJ-45)
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth226.8 mm
Width295.5 mm
Height54.5 mm
Weight1100 g

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