Data Sheet
Data Sheet | RAX 120
Nighthawk
®
AX12/12-stream AX6000 WiFi Router
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This product comes with a limited warranty that is valid only if purchased from a NETGEAR authorized reseller.
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MaximumwirelesssignalratederivedfromIEEE802.11specications.Actualdatathroughputandwirelesscoveragewillvaryandmaybeloweredbynetworkandenvironmental
conditions, including network trafc volume and building construction. NETGEAR makes no representations or warranties about this product's compatibility with future
standards.ThisrouterdoesnotsupportsomeofthemandatoryfeaturesratiedinDraft3.0ofIEEE802.11AXspecication,suchasUplinkOFDMA,TargetWakeTime,andBSS
Coloring.
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MU-MIMOcapabilityrequiresbothrouterandclientdevicetosupportMU-MIMO.
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Supported AX clients
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Compared to a 2x2 AC router working with a 2x2 AC mobile client such as iPhone X, Samsung S9
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RequirescompatibleAXclients
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Package Contents
• AX12/12-Stream AX6000 WiFi Router
(RAX120)
• Ethernet cable
• Quick start guide
• Power adapter
Physical Specifications
• Dimensions: 12.2 x 2.75 x 1.22 in
(310 x 70 x 28.50 mm)
• Weight: 3 lbs (1364g)
Standards
• Two (2) USB 3.0 ports
• 2.4GHz AX: 4x4 (Tx/Rx) 1024 QAM
20/40MHz, up to 1.2Gbps
• 5GHz AX: 8x8 (Tx/Rx) 1024 QAM
20/40/80/80+80MHz, up to 4.8Gbps
• Five (5) 10/100/1000Mbps—(1 WAN &
4 LAN) Gigabit Ethernet ports
Technical Specifications
• 802.11ax Dual Band WiFi (AX6000)
- 2.4GHz AX: 4x4 (Tx/Rx) 1024 QAM
20/40MHz, up to 1.2Gbps
- 5GHz AX: 8x8 (Tx/Rx) 1024 QAM
20/40/80/80+80MHz, up to 4.8Gbps
- Backwards compatible with
802.11a/b/g/n/ac WiFi
• OFDMA§ —Improved capacity and
efficiency
• 1024-QAM—25% data efficiency and
faster speeds than a 256-QAM router
• Powerful 64bit Quad-Core 2.2GHz
Processor
• Longer range with 8 high-performance
antennas
• Five (5) 10/100/1000 Mbps Gigabit
Ethernet ports
- 1 WAN & 4 LAN
- Dual Gigabit Ethernet Port Aggregation
• 5G/2.5G/1G Multi-Gig Ethernet LAN port
• IPv6 Support (Internet Protocol Version 6)
• On/Off LED light switch
Key Features
• 4X Better Performance than an
AC Router—12 Stream WiFi with up to
1.2 + 4.8 Gbps
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for ultra-fast wireless
speeds**
• More WiFi for More Devices—OFDMA
allows efficient data transmission for up to
8 devices at the same time
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• Up to 8 Simultaneous WiFi Streams—
8-stream MU-MIMO enables up to four (4)
2x2 devices at the same time.
• Maximized Range—Eight (8) antennas extend
wireless range coverage indoors and out
• AX Optimized Powerful Processor—64bit
2.2GHz quad-core processor ensures
smooth 4K UHD streaming & gaming –
ideal for Gigabit Internet speeds.
• Multi-Gig Ethernet Port 5G/2.5G/1G—
5 times the wired speed of typical
Gigabit port
• Smart Connect—Intelligently selects
the fastest WiFi band for every device
connection. One WiFi name for the
entire home
• Nighthawk App—Easily set up your router
and get more out of your WiFi. Includes
remote access to manage your network
away from home
• AX WiFi supports all current WiFi devices
—Backward compatible with
802.11a/b/g/n/ac client devices
• Works with Amazon Alexa & the Google
Assistant—Control your NETGEAR WiFi
network with simple voice commands
Support
• 90-day complimentary technical support
following purchase from a NETGEAR
authorized reseller
• Join the NETGEAR Community Forum.
Visit http://community.netgear.com
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
Security
• Supports WPA3, the latest and
cutting-edge Wi-Fi security protocol
• Automatic firmware update delivers latest
security patches to the router
• Guest network access—separate & secure
• VPN Support—Secure access to your home
network away from home
• VPN CLIENT SUPPORT—Protect your
network identity and prevent DDoS attacks
Warranty
• www.netgear.com/warranty/
• Extend your warranty & technical support
within 90 days of product purchase [US
only]. Visit: prosupport.netgear.com/home