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NETGEAR RAX5

NETGEAR RAX5
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User Manual
4-Stream AX1600 WiFi 6 Router
RAX5
NETGEAR, Inc.
350 E. Plumeria DriveNovember 2022
San Jose, CA 95134, USA202-12598-01

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NETGEAR RAX5 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandNETGEAR
ModelRAX5
CategoryNetwork Router
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Chapter 1 Hardware Setup

Unpack your router

Details on the contents of the router package, including the router, Ethernet cable, and power adapter.

Front LEDs

Explanation of the status LEDs located on the front of the router for diagnostics.

Back panel

Identifies the connectors and components on the back of the router.

Position your router

Guidelines for optimal placement of the router to ensure good WiFi range and performance.

Chapter 2 Connect to the Router Network and Access the Router

Connect to the router network

Instructions for connecting to the router via wired Ethernet or WiFi.

Use a web browser to access the router

Steps to access the router's web interface for setup and configuration.

Install and manage your router with the Nighthawk app

Guide to using the Nighthawk app for router installation and management.

Chapter 3 Specify Your Internet Settings

Use the Internet Setup Wizard

Walkthrough of the setup wizard for automatically configuring Internet settings.

Manually set up the Internet connection

Instructions for manually configuring various types of Internet connections.

Set an IPv6 Internet connection

Details on configuring different types of IPv6 Internet connections.

Chapter 4 Control Access to the Internet

Network access control list

How to enable and manage the network access control list (ACL) to block or allow devices.

Block Internet sites and services

Steps to block specific websites or Internet services using keywords or domains.

Chapter 5 Manage WiFi Settings

Change the name for a WiFi network

Procedure to change the WiFi network name (SSID) for the router.

Change the WiFi password or the WiFi security option

How to modify the WiFi password and select security options like WPA3.

Set up a guest WiFi network

Instructions for creating and configuring a separate WiFi network for guests.

Manage advanced WiFi settings

Configuration options for advanced WiFi features like beamforming and MU-MIMO.

Chapter 6 Manage the WAN and LAN Network Settings

Manage the WAN settings

Configuration of Wide Area Network (WAN) security and port scan protection.

Change the LAN IP address settings

How to modify the router's Local Area Network (LAN) IP address and subnet mask.

Set up and manage Dynamic DNS

Guide to setting up a Dynamic DNS service for remote network access.

Manage reserved LAN IP addresses

Assigning static IP addresses to devices on the local network for consistent access.

Chapter 7 Optimize Performance

Set the Internet bandwidth for your router

Automatically or manually setting the router's Internet bandwidth using a speed test.

Improve network connections with Universal Plug and Play

Enabling UPnP to facilitate device discovery and network access for applications.

Chapter 8 Manage and Monitor Your Router

Update the router firmware

Procedure for checking and installing new firmware to keep the router updated.

Change the admin password

Steps to change the router's administrator login password for security.

Monitor the router and network

Viewing router status, device connections, and network activity logs.

Return the router to its factory default settings

How to reset the router to its original factory settings using the reset button.

Chapter 9 Use OpenVPN to Access Your Network

Enable OpenVPN service in the router

Enabling the OpenVPN service on the router for secure remote network access.

Install OpenVPN software on a VPN client

Instructions for installing OpenVPN client software on various devices.

Chapter 10 Manage Port Forwarding and Port Triggering

Manage port forwarding to a local server

Setting up rules to forward incoming Internet traffic to specific local servers.

Manage port triggering

Configuring dynamic port opening rules for applications based on outbound traffic.

Chapter 11 Troubleshooting

Quick tips

General tips for resolving common router problems.

You cannot log in to the router

Steps to diagnose and fix issues preventing login to the router interface.

You cannot access the Internet

Troubleshooting guide for when the router is accessible but the Internet is not.

Troubleshoot WiFi connectivity

Steps to isolate and resolve problems with WiFi device connectivity.

Appendix A Supplemental Information

Factory settings

Details of the router's default factory settings for various features.

Technical specifications

Provides detailed technical specifications for the router.

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