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General| Ethernet WAN | Yes |
|---|---|
| SIM card slot | No |
| Modulation | 1024-QAM |
| Wi-Fi band | Tri-band (2.4 GHz / 5 GHz / 5 GHz) |
| 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) | 1650 Mbit/s |
| WLAN data transfer rate (first band) | 750 Mbit/s |
| Product type | Tabletop router |
| Product color | Black |
| 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 |
| Memory card slot(s) | - |
| USB 2.0 ports quantity | 1 |
| Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports | 5 |
| Processor cores | 2 |
| Processor frequency | 1.8 MHz |
| Power source type | AC |
| Security algorithms | WPA-PSK, WPA2-PSK |
| Cables included | LAN (RJ-45) |
Weight and Dimensions| Depth | 226.8 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 295.5 mm |
| Height | 54.5 mm |
| Weight | 1100 g |
Instructions for unpacking the router and positioning its antennas for optimal WiFi performance.
Description of status LEDs and buttons on the router's top and back panels.
Overview of the router's back panel ports including USB, Ethernet LAN, and WAN.
Connect your computer via Ethernet cable or WiFi network to the router.
Use WPS to easily add WiFi devices to your network without a password.
Access the router's settings and configuration through a web browser.
Steps to log in to the router's web interface using admin credentials.
Automatically configure your router's Internet connection settings using the setup wizard.
Manually configure specific connection settings for your ISP service.
Configure various types of IPv6 Internet connections manually.
Prioritize WiFi voice and video traffic using Wi-Fi Multimedia (WMM) QoS.
Enable Universal Plug-N-Play (UPnP) for automatic network device discovery.
Configure parental controls to manage web filtering and access for network devices.
Enable network access control to allow or block devices using MAC addresses.
Register and set up a Dynamic DNS service for remote network access.
Access USB storage devices connected to the router from outside your network.
Use ReadyCLOUD to remotely access files on a USB storage device connected to the router.
View and change basic WiFi settings and security for the main network.
Connect WiFi devices to the network quickly using WPS push button or PIN method.
Configure and enable guest WiFi networks for visitors.
Configure advanced WiFi settings like Fragmentation Length and CTS/RTS Threshold.
Configure Wide Area Network (WAN) and Local Area Network (LAN) settings.
Manage Router Information Protocol (RIP) settings for routing information exchange.
Check for and install new firmware updates for the router.
Change the router's admin password and set up password recovery options.
Reset the router to its original factory default settings.
Check router status, connection statistics, and monitor Internet traffic volume.
Set up and use OpenVPN for secure remote access to your network.
Install OpenVPN client software on Windows, Mac, iOS, and Android devices.
Configure port forwarding rules for services and applications.
Reboot the router and review quick tips for common troubleshooting scenarios.
Diagnose issues using router LEDs and check WiFi and Ethernet connectivity.
Troubleshoot issues preventing Internet access, including WAN IP address problems.
Use the ping utility to test LAN and remote network paths for connectivity issues.
Reference table of default router settings for various features.
Detailed technical specifications of the Nighthawk X6S AC3000 WiFi Router.
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