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Upgrades your network to provide greater capacity with consistent and powerful signal strength to all your connected devices. With speeds up to 1.6Gbps†, this next-gen router is recommended for a small to medium home, up to 1,500 sq. ft., with up to 20 connected devices. NETGEAR Armor™ Powered by Bitdefender†† protects your family’s WiFi with an automatic shield of security across each device from phones and laptops to door locks. RAX5 RAX5-100CNS RAX5-100CNS

AX1600 WiFi Router (RAX5) armor

NETGEAR 4-Stream Dual-Band WiFi 6 Router, 1.6Gbps armor

AX1600 WiFi Router (RAX5)

NETGEAR 4-Stream Dual-Band WiFi 6 Router, 1.6Gbps armor

Upgrades your network to provide greater capacity with consistent and powerful signal strength to all your connected devices. With speeds up to 1.6Gbps†, this next-gen router is recommended for a small to medium home, up to 1,500 sq. ft., with up to 20 connected devices. NETGEAR Armor™ Powered by Bitdefender†† protects your family’s WiFi with an automatic shield of security across each device from phones and laptops to door locks.

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WiFi 6 The Fastest WiFi Ever

WiFi 6: Upgrade Your WiFi

With WiFi 6, you get faster speeds and up to 4x more device capacity than WiFi 5. Stream in ultra HD 4K/8K, video call, and more without getting interrupted or slowed down, even as you connect more devices to your network. It’s like upgrading your WiFi to first class.

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ESSENTIAL ALL-IN-ONE INTERNET SECURITY

You wouldn't leave your door unlocked at night. Treat your WiFi with the same level of security. NETGEAR Armor keeps your family and your connected devices safe with an automatic shield of protection for your network to stop hackers, password thieves, ransomware, and brute force attacks.

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Easy Setup and Use with the Nighthawk App

With the Nighthawk app, setup takes just minutes, so you can start enjoying better WiFi sooner. You can also see your connected devices, run an internet speed test, manage your NETGEAR service subscriptions, and more from the palm of your hand.


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1.3x the Performance of an AC Router ‡

Stream WiFi with up to 1.6Gbps† for fast wireless speeds.
Powerful Processor

Dual core 880MHz processor ensures smooth performance.
4 Gigabit Ethernet LAN Ports

Connect more wired devices for faster file transfer and uninterrupted connections.
WiFi 6 Supports All Current WiFi Devices

Backwards compatible with WiFi 5 and earlier generation devices.
Nighthawk App

Easily setup, monitor and manage your WiFi network, and access exclusive NETGEAR services with the Nighthawk® App.
Quick Setup

Easily get connected in just minutes.
NETGEAR Armor††

An automatic shield of protection for your network. Protect devices other solutions miss, like smart phones, security systems and more.
Automatic Firmware Update

Delivers the latest security patches to the router
Personal VPN

Securely access your home network & Internet connection from your mobile device remotely
Cutting-Edge Security

Supports WPA3, the cutting-edge WiFi security protocol
Guest Network

Create a separate and secure network for your guests
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Technical Specifications

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  • Dimensions: 9.27 x 7.26 x 2.25 in (236 x 184 x 57 mm)
  • Weight: 1.1 lb (500 g)
  • WiFi Speed : AX1600 (1.6Gbps)
  • Wifi Range : Up to 1500 square feet coverage
  • WiFi Band : Simultaneous dual band 2.4 & 5GHz
  • Processor : Powerful dual-core 880MHz processor
  • WiFi Technology : WiFi 6 (802.11ax) Dual-Band WiFi (AX1600)
  • 2.4GHz AX: 2x2 (Tx/Rx) 256-QAM 40/20MHz, up to 459Mbps
  • 5GHz AX: 2x2 (Tx/Rx) 1024-QAM 80/40/20MHz, up to 1200Mbps
  • Backwards compatible with 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac WiFi
  • Ethernet Ports : Five (5) 10/100/1000Mbps Gigabit Ethernet ports (1 WAN & 4 LAN)
  • System Requirements : Broadband Internet service (DSL/cable/fiber)
  • One DSL/cable/fiber modem that has an RJ45 connector
  • Android® phones, iPhones®, or computers (with a Chrome™ or Safari® browser) with Ethernet or WiFi connection
  • 4 -Stream AX1600 WiFi 6 Router (RAX5)
  • Ethernet cable
  • Quick start guide
  • Power adapter

    Warranty: This product is backed by a NETGEAR limited 1-year Hardware Warranty.

    • Support: Find troubleshooting tips to diagnose product issues in our knowledge base
    • GET PROSUPPORT: Extend your warranty & technical support within 90 days of product purchase. Visit: prosupport.netgear.com/home.

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Footnotes:

† Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE® 802.11 specifications. Actual data throughput and wireless coverage will vary and be lowered by network and environmental conditions, including network traffic volume, device limitations, and building construction. NETGEAR makes no representations or warranties about this product’s compatibility with future standards. Up to 1600Mbps wireless speeds achieved when connecting to other 802.11ax 1600Mbps devices.

Wireless speeds are country-specific, as certain WiFi band channels may not be available in some countries.

‡ As compared to an AC1200 2x2 router.

†† NETGEAR Armor™ requires a paid subscription after the initial 30-day free trial. Visit netgear.com/armor