NETGEAR XR500 Nighthawk User Manual

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Manage the Router’s WiFi Settings
The router comes ready for WiFi connections.You can customize the router’s WiFi settings.
This chapter includes the following sections:
• Specify Basic WiFi Settings
• Change the WiFi Password or Security Level
• Change the WiFi Mbps Mode for Download and Upload Speeds
• Set Up a Guest WiFi Network
• Configure WPA/WPA2 Enterprise WiFi Security
• Configure WEP Legacy WiFi Security
• Control the WiFi Radios
• Use the WPS Wizard for WiFi Connections
• Set Up a WiFi Schedule
• Specify WPS Settings
• Manage Implicit Beamforming
• Manage Mu-MIMO
• Manage HT160 for 160 MHz WiFi Support
• Disable Wi-Fi Multimedia Quality of Service
• Use the Router as a WiFi Access Point Only
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NETGEAR XR500 Nighthawk Specifications

General

Brand	NETGEAR
Model	XR500 Nighthawk
Antennas	4 external antennas
VPN Support	Yes
Beamforming	Yes
RAM	512MB
Flash Memory	256MB
WiFi Technology	802.11ac
WiFi Speed	AC2600 (800Mbps + 1733Mbps)
Processor	Dual Core 1.7GHz
Ethernet Ports	5 x 10/100/1000 Mbps Gigabit Ethernet (1 WAN & 4 LAN)
USB Ports	2 x USB 3.0
QoS	Dynamic QoS
Security Features	VPN support