NETGEAR - Nighthawk AX1800 Dual-Band Wi-Fi Router - Black
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- Key Specs
- Wi-Fi Range: 1500 square feet (The device will provide a Wi-Fi connection to this approximate area.)
- Number Of LAN Ports: 4 (Number of devices able to be connected to the Local Area Network (LAN). LAN ports allow wired connections to other networking devices (wireless access points, range extenders, etc.) in order to share the internet connection received through a WAN port.)
- Wi-Fi Speed: 1.8 gigabits per second (The maximum rate at which data is transferred between a network device and wireless router.)
- General
- Brand: NETGEAR
- Model Number: RAX9-100PAS
- Product Name: Nighthawk AX1800 Dual-Band Wi-Fi Router
- Color: Black
- Security
- Data Encryption: true
- Encryption Type: WPA-Enterprise, WPA-PSK, WPA2-Enterprise, WPA2-PSK, WPA3 (The security protocols or certification programs that protect the Wi-Fi network.)
- Firewall Type: NAT (The method the firewall uses to filter and process data to increase network security, primarily by blocking malicious traffic requests while allowing legitimate traffic through.)
- Security Features: 128-bit AES encryption with PSK; automatic firmware update; guest network access; NAT firewall protection); supports WPA3 security standard; VPN support; NETGEAR Armor
- Network
- Band Technology: Dual (Refers to the number of frequency bands used to wirelessly transmit an internet signal. For example, dual-band devices may use one 2.4 and one 5 GHz band, while tri-band devices may use one 2.4 and two 5 GHz bands. Multiple bands also provide more flexibility for designating connected devices to specific band use.)
- Ethernet Standard: 10/100/1000 (Each standard is a variation of the IEEE 802.3 set of computer networking technologies known as Ethernet. New versions evolved to include higher bandwidth, different physical media, and other new and improved features. Standards are often denoted by speeds (in Megabits per second). For example, a 10/100/1000 Ethernet port transmits at 10 Mbps, 100 Mbps, and 1000 Mbps (1 Gbps).)
- Number Of Connected Devices: 20
- Frequency Band: 2.4 GHz, 5.0 GHz (Bands may be grouped into categories such as low- and high-band VHF (Very High Frequency), low- and high-band UHF (Ultra High Frequency), or certain frequency channels (measured in MHz or GHz). Generally, higher frequencies transmit information faster but have shorter range than lower frequencies.)
- Wireless Networking Standard: Wi-Fi 6 (The wireless networking standard used by the device. Each iteration of the standard developed by the Wi-Fi Alliance corresponds to an existing IEEE 802.11 protocol; for example, standard 802.11ac (or AC) is termed Wi-Fi 5. Refers specifically to the standard the device is designed to use, but ultimately determines product interoperability and backward compatibility including previous versions.)
- Wireless Standard: AC, N (The wireless networking protocol used by the device. Each iteration of the protocol is based on the 802.11 standard developed by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) Standards Association. Denoted by letters following 802.11 (802.11a, 802.11ac, etc.), each version, published in alphabetical order, encompasses all previous versions.)
- Wi-Fi Range: 1500 square feet (The device will provide a Wi-Fi connection to this approximate area.)
- Ethernet Switch: true (Connects multiple devices to expand the Local Area Network (LAN).)
- Certifications Listings & Approvals
- ENERGY STAR Certified: false (Devices carrying the ENERGY STAR service mark, such as computer products and peripherals, kitchen appliances, and other products, generally use 20% to 30% less energy than required by federal standards.)
- Features
- App Compatible: true (The product can be connected to a program or software application on a mobile device, which then receives collected data from the product.)
- App Name: NETGEAR Nighthawk App
- Beamforming: true (A signal processing technique that enables a router to focus a Wi-Fi signal in a specific direction. The router determines where a connected device in the network is located and projects a stronger signal in that specific direction. This can result in faster and higher quality data transfer as well as reduced signal interference.)
- Integrated Modem: false
- Wireless: true
- Ports
- Number Of WAN Ports: 1 (Number of devices able to be connected to the Wide Area Network (WAN). This type of port may simply be labeled "Internet," and it allows the device to share its internet connection with all devices connected to it via LAN ports.)
- Port Type(s): RJ-45, USB (USB 2.0 connects external drives, gaming controllers, smartphones, MP3 players and other accessories.USB 3.0 transfers data faster than USB 2.0, but only when used with USB 3.0 devices.USB Type-C provides fast speeds and versatile power, featuring connectors with identical ends that plug in upside down or right side up. Adapters allow for video as well as backward compatibility.Thunderbolt provides ultra-high bandwidth for fast data transfer between devices featuring a Thunderbolt or MiniDisplayPort connection.HDMI allows you to connect a projector or display HD media on your HDTV or monitor.Media card slots allow you to transfer photos from your digital camera or camcorder.)
- Number Of LAN Ports: 4 (Number of devices able to be connected to the Local Area Network (LAN). LAN ports allow wired connections to other networking devices (wireless access points, range extenders, etc.) in order to share the internet connection received through a WAN port.)
- Speed
- Wired Speed: 1000 megabits per second (The maximum rate at which data is transferred between a network device and router using an Ethernet cable.)
- Wi-Fi Speed: 1.8 gigabits per second (The maximum rate at which data is transferred between a network device and wireless router.)
- Gigabit Ethernet Speed: true (Supports the gigabit Ethernet networking standard, which has a data rate of at least one gigabit per second, or 1,000 Mbps.)
- Compatibility
- System Requirements: Microsoft Windows 7, 8, 10, Vista, XP, 2000, Mac OS, UNIX, or Linux; Microsoft Internet Explorer 11 or higher, Microsoft Edge, Google Chrome 55 or higher, Firefox 45 or higher, Safari 10 or higher (The software that a product must have for it to be able to integrate with another product.)
- Bluetooth Enabled: false (The device is capable of communicating with another device via Bluetooth, provided they are within the required range of each other. A Bluetooth-enabled device must also be the same Bluetooth version or higher than the accessory it is intended to pair with.)
- Dimensions
- Product Height: 9.27 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Length: 7.26 inches (The out of box length of the item. Length is measured as the longest dimension of the item.)
- Product Width: 2.25 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Weight: 1.1 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
- Warranty
- Warranty - Parts: 1 year
- Warranty - Labor: 90 Days
- Other
- UPC: 606449170986
The NETGEAR 4-Stream AX1800 Wi-Fi 6 Router provides reliable Wi-Fi 6 for high capacity with consistent and powerful signal strength to all your connected devices. With speeds up to 1.8 Gbps, this router is recommended for a small to medium home, up to 1,500 sq. ft., with up to 20 connected devices. Powerful dual-core 880 MHz processor ensures superior performance for concurrent real-time applications such as multimedia streaming, web surfing and audio/video chats. With NETGEAR Armor, you get peace of mind Internet security.
- AX1800 Dual-band Wi-Fi router: Fast AX1800 Gigabit speed with WiFi 6 technology for uninterrupted streaming, HD video gaming, and web conferencing. Backwards compatible with previous Wi-Fi generations.
- WiFi coverage: Covers up to 1,500 sq. ft. for up to 20 devices.
- Powerful security: NETGEAR devices come with security measures built in as well as enhanced safety features and updates designed to help protect you and your family.
- Compatibility: Connects to your existing modem. Compatible with any internet service provider up to 1 Gbps including cable, satellite, fiber, and DSL.
- Four Gigabit Ethernet ports: 4 x 1 Gig Ethernet ports for computers, game consoles, streaming players, storage drive, and other wired devices.
- Essential all-in-one internet security: NETGEAR Armor provides a powerful suite of tools to help keep you safe online, including enhanced protection against hackers, malware and identity theft, at home or on the go. Includes 30-day trial.
- NETGEAR Nighthawk app: Easily set up and manage your Wi-Fi with the Nighthawk app.
Whats Included
- NETGEAR Nighthawk AX1800 Dual-Band Wi-Fi Router
- Ethernet cable
- Power adapter
- Owner's manual
Product Manuals
Q: Will it work with Spectrum?
A: Yes it does!
Q: Will this work with Xfinity wifi
A: undefined
Q: Does this work with Cox Internet?
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Q: Does this work with Frontier modems?
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Q: Does it have internet security, and if so, for how long?
A: A month. Then you have to pay for it
Q: Is this router compatible with spectrum modem
A: Yes. I replaced mine with it
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| Pros for NETGEAR - Nighthawk AX1800 Dual-Band Wi-Fi Router - Black | |||
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| Overall Performance, Connectivity, Speed, Size | Overall Performance, Signal Strength | Speed, Ease of use, Performance, Range, Setup | Overall Performance, Speed, Connectivity, Signal Strength, Coverage |
| Cons for NETGEAR - Nighthawk AX1800 Dual-Band Wi-Fi Router - Black | |||
| There were no cons for this product— | There were no cons for this product— | Lag, Buffering | Setup Process |
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Customers are saying
Customers commend the Nighthawk AX1800 Dual-Band Wi-Fi Router for its overall performance, exceeding expectations. Users also appreciate the improved connectivity it provides, resolving previous issues. Additionally, the router is praised for delivering very fast speeds across various applications.
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- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Router replacement, just what I needed
Replaced my router from Spectrum and this worked much better, as expected. No issues at all in the last 2 months and was pretty easy to set up!
CodeyM Posted
- Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Router purchased
Easy set-up, product available in-store, working as expected. Thank you.
Tdf26 Posted
- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
ease to set up
After purchasing this router, I was quite surprise how easy it was to set this up. It was truly plug and play. It was setup in the basement and signal is very good.
DennisL Posted
