AX5300 WiFi Router (RAX49S)
Nighthawk 6-Stream Dual-Band WiFi 6 Router, up to 5.3 Gbps, with 1-year free NETGEAR Armor™ included
AX5300 WiFi Router (RAX49S)
Nighthawk 6-Stream Dual-Band WiFi 6 Router, up to 5.3 Gbps, with 1-year free NETGEAR Armor™ included
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.
Ready for Your Smart Home
Delivers 4x better performance than your current WiFi so you can connect more devices and stream simultaneously worry-free.
Improved Capacity
WiFi 6 uses OFDMA to improve the capacity and efficiency of your network, so you can connect more devices to your WiFi without slowing it down.
Powerful Processor
A 1.5GHz Triple-Core processor ensures smooth 4K UHD streaming on smart TVs, mobile devices, and gaming consoles.
Go Faster on Gaming, Streaming, and Mobile
Built to handle all your high-bandwidth online activities, stay connected at tops speeds with uninterrupted streaming.
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.
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.
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.
Features
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 guestsNighthawk® 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 Specifications
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NETGEAR® Nighthawk® AX6/6-stream AX5300 WiFi 6 Router (RAX49S)1
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Ethernet cable1
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External Antennas4
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Power adapter1
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Quick Start Guide1
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Height (unfolded)2.25in (57.2mm)
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Width (unfolded)11.65in (295.8mm)
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Depth (unfolded)8.11in (206mm)
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Weight1.25lb (566g)
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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
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SpeedAX5300 (500 + 4800Mbps)†
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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
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ProcessorPowerful 1.5GHz triple-core processor
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Memory512MB Flash and 512MB RAM
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AntennaFour (4) high-performance external antennas
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Ports
Five (5) 10/100/1000Mbps Gigabit Ethernet ports
1WAN & 4LAN
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Standards-based WiFi SecuritySupports WPA3, the latest and cutting-edge WiFi security protocol
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Guest WiFi NetworkEasy to set up separate and secure Internet access for guests
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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
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NETGEAR Smart Parental ControlsEasily manage your kids' time online across their connected devices. Learn More
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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
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90-day complimentary technical support (valid only if purchased from a NETGEAR authorized reseller)
We're Always Here to Help
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.