Nighthawk 8-Stream Tri-Band WiFi 6E Router, 7.3 Gbps 1-year free NETGEAR Armor™ included

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Nighthawk 8-Stream Tri-Band WiFi 6E Router, 7.3 Gbps 1-year free NETGEAR Armor™ included

Unleash ultra-fast 7.3Gbps* speeds and experience WiFi 6E’s new 6GHz “express lane” with the NETGEAR® Nighthawk® RAXE290 Tri-Band WiFi 6E Router. With eight WiFi streams and unmatched performance, the RAXE290 boosts capacity and reduces interference for smoother 4k/8K video streaming and AR/VR gaming. Your most demanding tech gets wired connections with one 2.5G and five Gigabit Ethernet ports. Sending maximum Gigabit Internet speeds across your 2,500-square-foot home, this exceptional value keeps up with everything your family does. Keep your family and your connected devices safe from online threats with 1 year of NETGEAR Armor all-in-one internet security.

WiFi 6E technology

up to 7.3 Gbps

up to 2500 sq. ft.

up to 40

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WiFi 6E technology

up to 7.3 Gbps

up to 2500 sq. ft.

up to 40

Unleash ultra-fast 7.3Gbps* speeds and experience WiFi 6E’s new 6GHz “express lane” with the NETGEAR® Nighthawk® RAXE290 Tri-Band WiFi 6E Router. With eight WiFi streams and unmatched performance, the RAXE290 boosts capacity and reduces interference for smoother 4k/8K video streaming and AR/VR gaming. Your most demanding tech gets wired connections with one 2.5G and five Gigabit Ethernet ports. Sending maximum Gigabit Internet speeds across your 2,500-square-foot home, this exceptional value keeps up with everything your family does. Keep your family and your connected devices safe from online threats with 1 year of NETGEAR Armor all-in-one internet security.

WiFi 6E technology

up to 7.3 Gbps

up to 2500 sq. ft.

up to 40

Model Number
RAXE500, up to 10.8 Gbps
RAXE500, up to 10.8 Gbps
RAXE450, up to 9.56 Gbps
RAXE450, up to 9.56 Gbps
RAXE300, up to 7.8 Gbps
RAXE300, up to 7.8 Gbps
RAXE290, up to 7.3 Gbps
RAXE290, up to 7.3 Gbps
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OUR WIFI SIGNALS JUST GOT BOOSTED

RAXE290 includes proprietary WiFi optimization and six optimally positioned antennas to deliver more capacity, stronger and more reliable connections, and less interference to your devices

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RAXE290

WiFi: WiFi 6E

Speed: up to 7.3Gbps

Devices: up to 40

Range: up to 2,500 sq.ft.

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WiFi: WiFi 6

Speed: up to 6.6Gbps

Devices: up to 40

Range: up to 2,500 sq.ft.

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NETGEAR Smart Parental Controls

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Technical Specifications

Nighthawk® AXE7300 Tri-Band WiFi 6E Router (RAXE290)1
Ethernet cable1
Power adapter1
Quick Start Guide1
Height (unfolded)13.64 (346.5mm)
Width (unfolded)8.16in (207.9mm)
Depth (unfolded)6.47in (164.3mm)
Weight2.23 lbs (1.01kg)
Requirements

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

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

0.6+4.8+1.9 GbpsAndroid® phones, iPhones®, or computers (with a browser) with Ethernet or WiFi connection
WiFi Coverage2500 sq. ft.
SpeedAXE7300 (600 + 4800 + 1900Mbps)
WiFi Bands

2.4GHz AX: 2x2 (Tx/Rx) 1024/256-QAM 20/40MHz, up to 600Mbps

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

6GHz AX: 2x2 (Tx/Rx) 256-QAM 20/40/80/160MHz, up to 1.9Gbps

ProcessorQuad-core 1.7GHz processor
Memory256MB NAND flash and 512MB DDR4 DRAM
AntennaSix (6) high-performance antennas
Ports

One (1) 2.5GbE Multi-Gig Internet/LAN port

Ability to aggregate two Gigabit LAN ports (configurable) concurrently

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

4x GbE (2x port aggregation LAN)

1x 1GbE Internet/LAN port (configurable)

1x 2.5GbE Multi-Gig Internet/LAN port (configurable)

One (1) USB 3.0 port Type-C for network storage

Standards-based WiFi SecuritySupports WPA3, the latest and cutting-edge WiFi security protocol
Guest WiFi NetworkEasy to set up separate and secure Internet access for guests
NETGEAR Armor1Internet 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 ControlsEasily 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)Learn More
Technical Specification Sheet
Quick Install Guide
User Manual
Technical Specification SheetQuick Install GuideUser Manual

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.

Nighthawk 8-Stream Tri-Band WiFi 6E Router, 7.3 Gbps 1-year free NETGEAR Armor™ included