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Nighthawk WiFi 7 Router RS500, 12Gbps​ armor

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Nighthawk WiFi 7 Router RS500, 12Gbps​ armor

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Wifi7 Up to
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Wifi7 2.5G
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Powerful performance for lots of connected devices. WiFi 7 speeds up to 12Gbps for gaming, 4K streaming, video conferencing, and AR/VR entertainment​.

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Features and benefits

Unrivaled WiFi 7 Speeds New!

Unleashes WiFi 7 speeds up to 12Gbps† for gaming, smooth streaming, video conferencing, and entertainment

Latest WiFi 7 Technology New!

Delivers 2.4x faster speeds and significantly lower latency than WiFi 6 to maximize performance across all devices

360° WiFi Coverage New!

Sleek new body offers smaller footprint and high-performance antennas for up to 2,500 sq. ft. of 360-degree WiFi coverage

Reimagined Speed & Reliability

Whether multi-gig cable or fiber, get the fastest speeds available today with a 2.5 Gig internet port§. 2.5Gbps & 1Gbps Ethernet ports unlock unbeatable speed and reliability for wired connections

Powerful Security New!

NETGEAR® routers have security features enabled out of the box with exclusive Advanced Router Protection, automatic firmware updates, and industry-leading safety features to help protect you and your family​​

Essential All-In-One Internet Security

NETGEAR ArmorTM software provides an automatic shield of security for your WiFi and connected devices (PC, phone, camera, TV, etc.) for real-time protection. 30-day trial included

Easy Set Up with Any Service Provider

Simple to plug Nighthawk into your modem and set it up with the Nighthawk app

What's new

WiFi7

NEW 320MHZ CHANNELS
the most powerful WiFi ever

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INTERNET & LAN PORTS
future-proof for the fastest speeds

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HIGH-PERFORMANCE ANTENNAS
for better performance and thermal control

Product overview


Tri-Band WiFi

faster speeds and more connected devices

Up to
2,500 sq. ft.

WiFi coverage

Up to
12Gbps

maximum wireless speed

Up to
120

concurrent devices

Revolutionary performance. Unrivaled WiFi speed.

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Best. Gaming. Ever.

Nighthawk WiFi 7 unlocks ultra-low latency for real-time responsiveness.

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Ultra-detailed streaming

Experience pristine 4K/8K visuals and immersive multi-channel audio.

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Easy setup & Management

The Nighthawk app makes it easy to install your router and manage your network.

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WiFi 7, the most powerful WiFi ever


2.4X FASTER SPEEDS
than WiFi 6

2X MAXIMUM BANDWIDTH
320MHz high-capacity channels


SIGNIFICANTLY LOWER LATENCY
for real-time responsiveness

20% MORE DATA TRANSMISSION
4K QAM modulation

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WiFi Coverage
2,000 sq. ft.
2,500 sq. ft. ​
3,000 sq. ft.
Concurrent Devices
100
120
200
Maximum Speed
9.3Gbps
12Gbps
19Gbps
Best for Internet Speed
Up to 1Gbps
Up to 2.5Gbps​
More than 1Gbps
Technology & Bands
WiFi 7
Tri-Band
WiFi 7
Tri-Band
WiFi 7
Tri-Band
Internet WAN Port
10 Gig
2.5 Gig​
2.5 Gig​
Ports
3 x 2.5 GbE,
2 x 1 GbE
1 x 2.5G,
3 x 1G
2 x 10 GbE,
4 x 1 GbE
NETGEAR Armor™
30-Day Trial
30-Day Trial
1 Year Included

Router

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  • WiFi 7 Tri-Band Router (RS500)
    1
  • 6ft (2m) Ethernet cable
    1
  • 12V/3.5A power adapter
    1
  • Quick Start Guide
    1
  • Height
    9.8 in (249 mm)
  • Width
    4 in (101.6 mm)
  • Depth

    5.9 in (150 mm)

  • Weight
    2.13 lb (0.967 kg)
  • 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

  • WiFi Coverage
    Up to 2,500 sq. ft.
  • Speed
    12Gbps (6 + 6)†
  • WiFi Bands

    4GHz (2x2), 0.7Gbps, 40 to 20MHz, 4K-QAM

    5GHz (4x4), 5.8Gbps,160 to 20MHz, 4K-QAM

    6GHz1 (2x2), 5.8Gbps, 320 to 20MHz, 4K-QAM

  • Processor
    Quad-core 2.0GHz processor
  • Memory
    512MB NAND Flash and 2GB RAM
  • Antennas
    Six (6) high-performance internal antennas with high-power amplifiers
  • Ports

    One (1) 2.5Gbps internet port

    One (1) 2.5Gbps Ethernet LAN ports

    Three (3) 10/100/1000Mbps Gigabit Ethernet LAN ports

    One (1) USB 3.0 port

  • Standards-based WiFi Security
    Supports WPA, WPA2, and WPA3 with 128-bit AES encryption
  • Guest WiFi Network
    Easy to set up separate and secure Internet access for guests
  • VPN Support
    Provides secured remote access to your home network
  • Automatic Firmware Update
    Delivers latest security patches to the router automatically
  • NETGEAR Armor™
    Automatic shield of Internet security for your WiFi & connected devices (PC, phone, camera, TV, Echo, etc.) for real-time protection against hackers & added privacy with VPN with NETGEAR Armor™ software powered by Bitdefender ® 1
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  • NETGEAR Smart Parental Controls™
    NETGEAR Smart Parental Controls™ Easily manage your kids' time and accessibility online across their connected devices. 2
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  • 90-day complimentary technical support valid only if purchased from a NETGEAR authroised reseller
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Essential all-in-one internet security

You wouldn’t leave your door unlocked at night. Treat your WiFi network 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. 30-day Armor trial included.

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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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Footnotes:

† Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE® 802.11 specifications. Actual data throughput and wireless coverage will vary and be lowered by network, your country's regulation, 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 18.7Gbps wireless speeds achieved when connecting to other 802.11be 18.7Gbps devices.

§ Gigabit/Multi-Gig service plans & compatible cable modem required for Gigabit or Multi-Gig Internet speeds.

1 NETGEAR® Armor™ Powered by Bitdefender® requires a paid subscription after the initial 30-day free trial. Visit www.netgear.com/armor

2 NETGEAR Smart Parental Controls™ fees apply for a Premium Plan. Visit https://www.netgear.com/spc

 

Warranty & Support

This product comes with a 1-year limited warranty and 90-day complimentary technical support that is valid only if purchased from a NETGEAR authorized reseller. www.netgear.com/warranty