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Built with the latest WiFi 6 technology, providing up to 4 times more network capacity. Enjoy the fastest speeds, more available bandwidth, less congestion for smoother 4K UHD streaming and gaming. Keep your family and your connected devices safe from online threats with 1 year of NETGEAR Armor all-in-one internet security. RAX49S RAX49S-100NAS RAX49S-100NAS

AX5300 WiFi Router (RAX49S) armor

Nighthawk 6-Stream Dual-Band WiFi 6 Router, up to 5.3 Gbps, with 1-year free NETGEAR Armor™ included armor

AX5300 WiFi Router (RAX49S)

Nighthawk 6-Stream Dual-Band WiFi 6 Router, up to 5.3 Gbps, with 1-year free NETGEAR Armor™ included armor

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Built with the latest WiFi 6 technology, providing up to 4 times more network capacity. Enjoy the fastest speeds, more available bandwidth, less congestion for smoother 4K UHD streaming and gaming. Keep your family and your connected devices safe from online threats with 1 year of NETGEAR Armor all-in-one internet security.

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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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CONNECTED KIDS ARE PROTECTED TOO

NETGEAR Smart Parental Controls

Managing your kids’ time online has never been easier. No need to take away any devices – with just a few taps, you can build profiles for each family member, pause internet on devices, and so much more*. Start building healthy online habits today.

*Some features require Premium Subscription. Get a 30-day complimentary trial; no credit card required. $7.99/month or $69.99/year after end of trial.

 

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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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4.4X Better Performance than an AC Router‡

6 Stream WiFi with up to 5.3Gbps† for fast wireless speeds.**
More WiFi for More Devices

OFDMA allows efficient data transmission at the same time.§§
Powerful Processor

1.5GHz Triple-Core processor ensures smooth 4K UHD streaming.
Four 1 Gigabit Ethernet LAN Ports

Connect more wired devices for faster file transfer and fewer uninterrupted connections.
Maximize Range

Four (4) high-power external antennas extend wireless range coverage indoors and out.
160MHz Channel Support***

Enjoy greater than 1Gbps WiFi speeds for blazing fast streaming and downloading to newer mobile devices.
WiFi 6 supports all current WiFi devices

Backward compatible with WiFi 5 and earlier generation devices.
NETGEAR Armor™ -- Powered by Bitdefender ††

All-in-one Internet security that automatically protects your connected devices at home from hackers and guards against sensitive information from being stolen.
Award-Winning NETGEAR Smart Parental Controls (SPC)

Easily manage your kids’ exposure & time online across all their connected devices to build healthy habits wherever they are, with a Premium SPC subscription.
Latest security standard

Supports WPA3 the latest and cutting-edge WiFi security protocol. Automatic firmware update delivers latest security patches to the router.
VPN support

secure access to your home network away from home.
Automatic Firmware updates

Deliver the latest security patches to the router.

Guest Networks
Set up separate WiFi access for guests
Nighthawk® App

Easily set up your router and get more out of your WiFi
One USB 3.0 Port

Faster streaming, backup, and easy access to your stored media
Voice Controlled by Amazon Alexa® & the Google Assistant

Control your NETGEAR WiFi network with simple voice commands
Product Datasheet

Product Specifications

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  • NETGEAR® Nighthawk® AX6/6-stream AX5300 WiFi 6 Router (RAX49S)
    1
  • Ethernet cable
    1
  • External Antennas
    4
  • Power adapter
    1
  • Quick Start Guide
    1
  • Height (unfolded)
    2.25in (57.2mm)
  • Width (unfolded)
    11.65in (295.8mm)
  • Depth (unfolded)
    8.11in (206mm)
  • Weight
    1.25lb (566g)
  • Requirements

    Broadband Internet service (DSL/cable/fiber/satellite) 

    One DSL/cable/fiber/satellite modem that has an RJ45 connector 

    Android® phones, iPhones®, or computers (with a browser) with Ethernet or WiFi connection

  • Speed
    AX5300 (500 + 4800Mbps)†
  • WiFi Bands

    2.4GHz AX: 2x2 (Tx/Rx) 1024/256-QAM 20/40MHz, up to 516Mbps 

    5GHz AX: 4x4 (Tx/Rx) 1024/256-QAM 20/40/80/160MHz, up to 4.8Gbps

  • Processor
    Powerful 1.5GHz triple-core processor
  • Memory
    512MB Flash and 512MB RAM
  • Antenna
    Four (4) high-performance external antennas
  • Ports

    Five (5) 10/100/1000Mbps Gigabit Ethernet ports 

    1WAN & 4LAN 

  • Standards-based WiFi Security
    Supports WPA3, the latest and cutting-edge WiFi security protocol
  • Guest WiFi Network
    Easy to set up separate and secure Internet access for guests
  • NETGEAR Armor™
    Internet security for your home with automatic protection, updates, & alerts that monitors and helps safeguard all connected devices from hackers and data theft. Learn More  
  • NETGEAR Smart Parental Controls
    Easily manage your kids' time online across their connected devices. Learn More
  • NETGEAR 1-year limited warranty (valid only if purchased from a NETGEAR authorized reseller)

    Extend your warranty and technical support within 90 days of product purchase (US only) Learn More

  • 90-day complimentary technical support (valid only if purchased from a NETGEAR authorized reseller)
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Footnotes:

‡ As compared to an AC1200 2x2 router. 

† Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE® 802.11specifications. 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 5300Mbps wireless speeds achieved when connecting to other 802.11ax 5300Mbps devices. 

** When working with 160MHz clients as compared to a 2x2 AC router that does not support 160MHz. 

*** Requires client device that supports 160MHz bandwidth on WiFi. 

§§ Requires compatible AX clients with DL-OFDMA and UL-OFDMA support. 

†† NETGEAR Armor™ is free during the initial 1-year free period. A yearly subscription, after the trial period, protects all of your connected devices. Visit www.netgear.com/armor 

§ NETGEAR Smart Parental Controls™ are not available in all regions and countries. Visit www.netgear.com/NETGEAR-SPC-availability for availability. NETGEAR Smart Parental Controls™ Premium requires a paid subscription after the 30-day free trial.