NETGEAR Nighthawk X6 Reviewer's Guide

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Note: NETGEAR recommends running the Iperf or IxChaript test programs using multiple
sessions instead of a single session.
2.4 GHz Performance Test Using Bridge Mode
To test the Nighthawk X6-R8000’s 2.4 GHz-256 QAM, connect a Nighthawk-R7000 to the Nighthawk X6-
R8000 using bridge mode.
Note: The 256 QAM for the 2.4 GHz band is turned on by default on the Nighthawk-R7000.
Use the following equipment to set up this test:
 MacBook Pro 802.11ac (3x3)
 NETGEAR Nighthawk-R7000 router in bridge mode:
Note: NETGEAR recommends running the Iperf or IxChaript test programs using multiple sessions
instead of a single session.
To connect the R7000 to the Nighthawk X6 using bridge mode
1. Log in to the Nighthawk X6.
a. Launch an Internet browser from a computer or wireless device that is connected to the
network.
b. Type http://www.routerlogin.net or http://www.routerlogin.com.
A login screen displays.
c. Enter the router user name and password.
The user name is admin. The default password is password. The user name and
password are case-sensitive.
The BASIC Home screen displays.

NETGEAR Nighthawk X6 Specifications

General

Ethernet LAN	Yes
Cabling technology	10/100/1000Base-T(X)
Networking standards	IEEE 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 rates	10, 100, 1000 Mbit/s
Ethernet LAN interface type	Gigabit Ethernet
Modulation	256-QAM
Wi-Fi band	No
Wi-Fi standards	802.11a, Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), 802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
Top Wi-Fi standard	Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
WLAN data transfer rate (max)	1300 Mbit/s
Rack mounting	-
Frequency range	2.4 - 5 GHz
USB ports quantity	2
WLAN data transfer rates supported	600, 1300 Mbit/s
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports	5
Security algorithms	WPA-PSK, WPA2-PSK
Product color	Black
Flash memory	128 MB
Processor frequency	1000 MHz
Windows operating systems supported	Windows 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 included	LAN (RJ-45)

Weight and Dimensions

Depth	226.8 mm
Width	295.5 mm
Height	54.5 mm
Weight	1100 g