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NETGEAR Nighthawk X6 User Manual

NETGEAR Nighthawk X6
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Router 2.4 GHz WiFi network name. MyWiFiExample
Router 5 GHz WiFi network name. MyWiFiExample-5G
Extended 2.4 GHz WiFi network name. MyWiFiExample
Extended 5 GHz WiFi network name. MyWiFiExample
Since your router and extended networks share the same WiFi network name, only
one WiFi network name is broadcast.
Note
Connect With the NETGEAR Installation Assistant
You can use the NETGEAR installation assistant to connect your extender to your existing WiFi router
network. To use the NETGEAR installation assistant, you must launch a web browser on your computer or
mobile device.
To use the NETGEAR installation assistant to connect the extender to your WiFi router:
1. Connect a computer or mobile device to the extender using a WiFi or Ethernet connection:
WiFi. On your WiFi-enabled computer or mobile device, open the WiFi connection manager and
locate and connect to the extender network called NETGEAR_EXT.
When your WiFi-enabled computer or mobile device is connected to the extender, the Client LED
lights solid white.
Ethernet. Use an Ethernet cable to connect the Ethernet port on the extender to an Ethernet port
on your computer.
2. Launch web browser.
3. Enter http://www.mywifiext.net.
The NETGEAR installation assistant displays.
4. Follow the prompts to connect your extender to your existing WiFi network.
5. Unplug the extender and move it to a new location about halfway between your router and the area with
a poor WiFi signal.
6. Use the Router Link LED to help you choose a spot where the extender-to-router connection is optimal.
7. If the Router Link LED doesn’t light amber or white, move the extender closer to the router and try again.
Keep moving the extender closer to the router until the Router Link LED lights amber or white.
8. Reconnect your computer or mobile device to the new extender WiFi network.
Get Started
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Nighthawk X6 AC2200 Tri-Band WiFi Range Extender

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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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