Wireless Type | 802.11n, 802.11b, 802.11a, 802.11ac, 802.11g |
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Number of USB 3.0 Ports | 2 |
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Brand | NETGEAR |
Model Name | Nighthwak RAX120 |
Special Feature | MU-MIMO, Alexa Compatible, Guest Mode, Internet Security, LED Indicator, Remote Access, Beamforming, Remote Access, QoS, See more |
Frequency Band Class | Dual-Band |
Wireless Communication Standard | 802.11n, 802.11b, 802.11a, 802.11ac, 802.11g |
Compatible Devices | Gaming Console, Smartphone |
Frequency | 5 GHz |
Recommended Uses For Product | Gaming, Home |
Included Components | Nighthawk AX12/12-stream AX6000 WiFi Router (RAX120); Ethernet cable; Quick start guide; Power adapter See more |
Connectivity Technology | USB, Ethernet |
About this item
- UNLEASH FASTER SPEED, EVEN MORE POWER: Optimal for devices built to support WiFi 6: Playstation 5, iPhone 11 & 12, MacBook Air, MacBook Pro 13 & Mac Mini, Ultra Notebooks, Samsung S10 & S20.
- WIFI 6 – STREAM EVERYTHING AT FASTER SPEED: Simultaneously stream uninterrupted movies, games, video calls or download/transfer files at 6 Gbps WiFi speed.
- WORKS WITH ALL INTERNET PROVIDERS: Replace your existing WiFi Router (separate modem or gateway required). Compatible with any Internet Service Provider up to 2Gbps including cable, satellite, fiber, DSL and more.
- EASY TO SET-UP AND MANAGE: Connects to your existing cable modem and sets up & customizes in minutes with the Nighthawk app – easily manage WiFi settings at the device and network level, test your Internet speed, view speed history & monitor data usage.
- USB CONNECTIONS: Share a storage drive with any connected device and create a personal cloud storage to access from anywhere using the 2 x 3.0 USB ports.
- NETGEAR ARMOR protects your family's WiFi with an automatic shield of security across all your connected devices with a 30-day free trial.
- WIRED ETHERNET PORTS: Plug in computers, game consoles, streaming players and other nearby wired devices with 4 x 1G and 1 x 1/2.5/5G Ethernet ports.
- LOADED WITH ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY: Designed with a 2.2GHz quad-core processor, OFDMA, MU-MIMO, Dynamic QoS, 1024-QAM, Smart Connect for one WiFi name, Beamforming technologies and Amazon Alexa Voice Control. Supports WPA2/WPA3 wireless security protocols.
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Simultaneously Stream Everything at Epic SpeedNow you can enjoy uninterrupted movies, gaming, video calls and more on all your devices, all at the same time. |
Connect a House Full of WiFi Devices Without CompromiseRAX120’s 12 WiFi streams deliver high performance and reliability for up to 30 smart home devices. |
WiFi 6 Gives Faster Speeds for Your NeedsBlazing WiFi speeds up to 6Gbps let you download, stream and transfer 5X faster than ever before. |
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Supports Internet Plans up to 2GbpsRAX120 is one of the first routers to support multi-gig Internet plans up to 2Gbps through the aggregation of two gigabit Ethernet ports. Requires compatible fiber or cable modem supporting multi-gig internet speeds (sold separately). |
Essential Internet SecurityProtect your family's WiFi with an automatic shield of security across all your connected devices with a 30-day free trial. |
Easy Setup & ManagementThe Nighthawk App makes it a snap to set up your router and get more out of your WiFi, including great features like Internet speed test, remote access to your network, internet pausing and more. |
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WiFi Speed | WiFi 6 - AX3000 (Up to 3Gbps) | WiFi 6 - AX5400 (Up to 5.4Gbps) | WiFi 6 - AX6000 (Up to 6Gbps) | WiFi 6 - AX6000 (Up to 6Gbps) | WiFi 6 - AX11000 (Up to 11Gbps) | WiFi 6 - AX6000 (Up to 6Gbps) |
WiFi Coverage | 1,500 sq. ft. | 2,000 sq. ft. | 2,500 sq. ft. | 3,500 sq. ft. | 2,500 sq. ft. | Add up to 2,500 sq. ft. |
# Simultaneous Streams | 4 Streams | 6 Streams | 8 Streams | 12 Streams | 12 Streams | |
Wired Ethernet Ports | 4 x 1G | 4 x 1G | 5 x 1G, Supports Port Aggregation and up to 2G WAN | 4 x 1G, 1 x 1G/2.5G/5G (WAN or LAN), Supports Port Aggregation | 4 x 1G, 1 x 2.5G (WAN or LAN), Supports Port Aggregation | |
USB Ports - for Shared Storage/Printer | 1 x 3.0 (storage only) | 1 x 3.0 (storage only) | 2 x 3.0 (storage only) | 2 x 3.0 (storage only) | 2 x 3.0 (storage only) | |
Network Security | NETGEAR Armor, WPA2/WPA3, DoS, Double Firewall | NETGEAR Armor, WPA2/WPA3, DoS, Double Firewall | NETGEAR Armor, WPA2/WPA3, DoS, Double Firewall | NETGEAR Armor, WPA2/WPA3, DoS, Double Firewall | NETGEAR Armor, WPA2/WPA3, DoS, Double Firewall | |
Fiber/Internet Plan Bandwidth Supported | Up to 1Gbps | Up to 1Gbps | Up to 2Gbps | Up to 2Gbps | Up to 2Gbps | |
Advanced Technology | Dual Band, Beamforming+, OFDMA, 1024-QAM, Dual-Core Processor | Dual Band, Beamforming+, Smart Connect, OFDMA, 1024-QAM, 1.5GHz Triple-Core Processor | Dual Band, MU-MIMO, Beamforming+, Smart Connect, OFDMA, 1024-QAM, 1.8GHz Quad-Core Processor | Dual Band, MU-MIMO, Beamforming+, Smart Connect, OFDMA, 1024-QAM, 2.2GHz Quad-Core Processor | Tri-Band, MU-MIMO, Beamforming+, Smart Connect, OFDMA, 1024-QAM, 1.8GHz Quad-Core Processor | |
Other Features | Smart Parental Controls, VPN, Guest WiFi Secure Access, Amazon Alexa Voice Control | Smart Parental Controls, VPN, Guest WiFi Secure Access, Amazon Alexa Voice Control | Smart Parental Controls, Personal Cloud Storage, VPN, Guest WiFi Secure Access, Amazon Alexa Voice Control | Personal Cloud Storage, VPN, Guest WiFi Secure Access, Amazon Alexa Voice Control | Personal Cloud Storage, VPN, Guest WiFi Secure Access, Amazon Alexa Voice Control |
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WiFi signal | 3.6 | 4.4 | 4.5 | 4.5 | 4.5 | 4.5 |
User interface | 3.6 | 3.6 | 4.3 | 4.3 | 4.0 | 4.3 |
Tech Support | 2.8 | 4.0 | 4.0 | 4.0 | 3.9 | 4.0 |
Value for money | — | 3.8 | 3.6 | 3.6 | 5.0 | 4.3 |
Sold By | A&J Variety Inc | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com |
connectivity tech | Ethernet, USB | Wi-Fi, Ethernet | Ethernet, Wi-Fi-, USB | Wi-Fi, Ethernet | Wi-Fi, Ethernet, USB | Wi-Fi, Ethernet, USB |
number of ports | 5 | — | 6 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
data transfer rate | 6 gigabits per second | — | — | 7.8 gigabits per second | 4804 megabits per second | 5378 megabits per second |
wireless standard | 802 11 A, 802 11 B, 802 11 G, 802 11 N, 802 11 AC | 802 11 BE | 802 11 AX | 802 11 AX | 802 11 AX, 802 11 AC, 802 11 N, 802 11 G, 802 11 B | 802 11 AX, 802 11 AC, 802 11 N, 802 11 G, 802 11 B |
frequency band class | dual band | tri band | tri band | tri band | dual band | dual band |
lan port bandwidth | 5 gigabits per second | — | — | — | 10/100/1000 Mbps | 10/100/1000 Mbps |
security protocol | WPA3 | — | WPA2-PSK | WPA2-PSK, WPA3-PSK | WPA3, WPA2, WPA/WPA2-Enterprise (802.1x) | WPA3, WPA2, WPA2-Enterprise |
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Nighthawk AX6000 12-stream Wi-Fi router is powered by the industry's latest Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) standard with 4 times increased data capacity to handle today's and tomorrow's growing home network. Blazing-fast combined Wi-Fi speeds up to 6Gbps and ax optimized 64 bit 2.2GHz quad-core processor powers Smart home applications, ultra-smooth 4K UHD streaming, online gaming, and more. Ax Wi-Fi features orthogonal frequency-division multiple access (of DMA) that dramatically increases network capacity. Plus, eight high-performance antennas on the router amplify Wi-Fi signals for maximized range and Reliable coverage. Nighthawk AX6000 12-stream router is also the first home router to have a 5G Multi-Gig port.
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Technical Details
Brand | NETGEAR |
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Series | Nighthwak RAX120 |
Item model number | RAX120-100NAS |
Operating System | 0, Microsoft Windows 7, 8, 10, Vista, XP, 2000, Mac OS, UNIX or Linux, |
Item Weight | 4.68 pounds |
Product Dimensions | 12.2 x 7.48 x 1.77 inches |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 12.2 x 7.48 x 1.77 inches |
Color | Black |
Voltage | 110 Volts |
Manufacturer | Netgear |
ASIN | B07P3FGKYD |
Date First Available | April 9, 2019 |
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Best Sellers Rank | #779 in Computers & Accessories (See Top 100 in Computers & Accessories) #57 in Computer Routers |
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Customers like the range of the networking router. They say it has great coverage, and is able to reach twice as far as other routers. They also like the speed and ease of setup. However, some customers have reported issues with the router rebooting itself. Customers disagree on quality, performance, value, and connectivity.
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Customers like the speed of the router. They mention that it has a quad-core 2.2GHz CPU, Qualcomm chipset, and a great utilization of FiOS internet speeds. The performance of the product is excellent, and it has not had much lag or signal dropouts.
"...There is no lag, since this is fast and can handle multiple devices at the same time without issue, I do not get the occasional clocking spinner in..." Read more
"...3000 sq feet and the WIFI coverage was fair and it held the internet speed sufficiently enough for streaming, but I did encounter some buffering in..." Read more
"...So far I have not had much lag or signal dropouts.I chose to fold the panels down because I don't like the look of it...." Read more
"...This new router worked amazingly for maybe a month, great utilization of FiOS internet speeds/capacity...." Read more
Customers find the setup of the networking router to be easy. They mention that the product is easy to use and understand, with a feature-rich user interface. Some customers also mention that tech support is readily available.
"...The setup is very easy and quick and the menu's interface is full of options...." Read more
"...of networking, and this router really nails the connection, user-interface, and letting you tweak features that actually matter...." Read more
"...The original came on time and setup went well. I updated the firmware and everything appeared good for about 48 hours...." Read more
"...settings are front and center in the control panel and seem pretty straight forward...." Read more
Customers like the range of the networking router. For example, they say the overall range is great, the coverage is strong twice as far, and it holds the internet speed. Some mention that it solved many issues including increasing the WiFi range by a good 25-30%. That said, most are happy with the product's range and speed.
"...I was surprised at the ease of use and ease of configuration. It has great range, can handle multiple devices simultaneously, and has no problems..." Read more
"...The connection has been very solid, and I can say the advertised range is true. I no longer need a mesh for whole-house 5Ghz...." Read more
"...RAX70 is a triband router and is wifi 6 however the range is a little shorter by 1000 ft, in my house I do not notice the difference...." Read more
"...My home is about 3000 sq feet and the WIFI coverage was fair and it held the internet speed sufficiently enough for streaming, but I did encounter..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the performance of the router. Some mention that it works great when it works, while others say that it fails just about 2 minutes in. The router is either unstable or unusable, and breaks productivity multiple times.
"...(the paste has disintegrated over time)..." Read more
"...This router I have had for about 2 weeks now and I must say it is solid, no resets or reboots...." Read more
"...the cream of the crop for this amount of money but instead I got piece of junk...." Read more
"...Pleasantly, it booted right up, and bridged mode just simply worked. Everything in the home theater had internet. Great!..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the connectivity of the router. Some mention that the signal strength is much better, and the software adaptive and signal strengthening capabilities allow seamless connection to either 2.4G or 5G speeds on WiFi6. However, others say that it started dropping wifi at night, and randomly rebooting, which interrupted their internet service.
"...I have not experienced this. My problem was random dropping of the wifi signal, which is not the same thing. The router itself did not reboot...." Read more
"...I continued the setup and I could not get the WiFi to work. I must of factory reset the router and modem at least 10 times with bad results...." Read more
"...pretty good understanding of networking, and this router really nails the connection, user-interface, and letting you tweak features that actually..." Read more
"...The Android app absolutely would not connect to control panel of the router, despite my phone's wifi having connected to the router's wifi...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the quality of the networking router. Some mention it's amazing, beefy, and the fastest and most capable router they've ever used. However, others say that it didn't perform in their house, the 5GHz band of the router is malfunctioning, and that the fan stopped working.
"TL;DR - it's a great router with great capability. I was surprised at the ease of use and ease of configuration...." Read more
"...It may be poorly ventilated, with shoddy construction, but most typically the heat sink designed to draw heat away from a critical chip is not doing..." Read more
"This is one beefy router. The speed coming from my service is 600mbs and 24MBS...." Read more
"...feet, but it did not perform in my house. The internet speed was cut in half or more and buffering was an issue...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the value of the networking router. Some mention that it's worth the price for the speed and simplicity, while others say that it is not really worth the cost premium, the price is exorbitant, and the product does not deliver the minimum service.
"...It is expensive for a reason but the features are well worth it.This is the best router I have ever used, period...." Read more
"...Easy to setup* Good looking* Cheaper than the ASUS model with the same chip*..." Read more
"...The price was pretty high, but still affordable for me, though if money is an issue you should stick to a lesser model...." Read more
"...The price is exorbitant and their products DO NOT DELIVER THE MINIMUM SERVICE that they should...." Read more
Customers dislike the reboots of the networking router. They say that it shuts down and reboots without warning. Some customers also mention that the router does cut out and reset itself periodically. This can be annoying at times and can cause the router to reboot multiple times in a short period of time.
"...For some reason it shuts down router and it only happens on tv's and not kindle or phone...." Read more
"...The transmitter is usually down only briefly, perhaps 30 seconds, but when there are dozens of devices connected to it, it's quite a pain in the neck..." Read more
"...the range is good but every now and then it's stutters speed and have to reset usually right before you do that clutch move of a lifetime I would..." Read more
"...time, it seems to have a weird glitch, which causes it to periodically reset itself, especially later at night, which is extremely annoying because..." Read more
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After reading the reviews the Netgear RAX 120 was my choice, it has the coverage at 3500 sqft and the speed hit the target, an added plus was multi device usage without the lag.
To address some issues I have seen in reviews.
1. Set up: From what I saw in most unsat reviews the people that were unhappy used the app to setup the router. I started with this process and quickly saw how this could be frustrating. I would HIGHLY recommend you hardwire setup with pc, it is a MUCH easier process.
2. Firestick: So far, I can start up just about all of my apps on my firestick, I do have one that gives me problems and that's my Dish app. For some reason it shuts down router and it only happens on tv's and not kindle or phone. That being said, I have only had to restart router once so far so this is a puzzle.
3. Real world performance: I have about an 1800 sqft home, the old router I had dead spots. This router performs like a rhino on steroids. Old router I could barely get a signal in the garage, now I can go across the street to the neighbors front door and still have a signal. There is no lag, since this is fast and can handle multiple devices at the same time without issue, I do not get the occasional clocking spinner in center screen.
Conclusion: This is a good router if you keep it simple. I am sure other users have tweaked it to their liking but for most of us who buy product and plug it in and expect it to work this router will do.
02/23/2022 - Update: I am sorry to say I have to return this router and lower the rating. The reboot and restart reviews I have read are true and I have experienced them for myself. I am not willing to spend hours or days to try and hash out problem since I don't want to miss my return window and I don't feel like double talk. I think as a consumer that when you get something like this that it should work out of the box with little or no issues. I did set this up correctly and as I have mentioned I did it hardwired. When it works it is great but the reboots several times a day is annoying.
03/11/2022 Traded in the RAX120 for RAX70, the differences between the two are subtle.
When the RAX120 worked it was awesome, the range and the speed were just outstanding.
The problem with the RAX as I have mentioned is the constant reboot.
I traded this in for a RAX70, this router is just as good if not better.
RAX70 is a triband router and is wifi 6 however the range is a little shorter by 1000 ft, in my house I do not notice the difference. This router I have had for about 2 weeks now and I must say it is solid, no resets or reboots.
I have a theory which is the RAX series 120 and 200 might have program issues but maybe heating problems too. I bring this up because I noticed when I turned on the fan permanently for the RAX120, the reboots were fewer but they still happened.
When it's working, the router is good, but as many other reviewers have reported, it has an annoying habit of dropping wifi signal. The transmitter is usually down only briefly, perhaps 30 seconds, but when there are dozens of devices connected to it, it's quite a pain in the neck. It's also extremely irritating to have your movie or football game die at the most intense moment while you scramble to restore the connection.
Now, in my experience a problem like this is almost always a matter of the router having excessive heat. It may be poorly ventilated, with shoddy construction, but most typically the heat sink designed to draw heat away from a critical chip is not doing its job. This could be a manufacturing flaw (e.g., the heat sink has inadequate thermal paste), age (the paste has disintegrated over time) or a design flaw (the heat sink is just not adequate to deal with the chip's heat signature). If it's a manufacturing problem it can be fixed by opening the box, removing the sink, and adding new paste. But clearly the problem here is one of design, not of manufacturing. The proof is that I tried two of these routers in a row and got the exact same results.
Now, it stands to reason that if the unit is overheating, one might be able to take steps to mitigate that. For example, the unit could be placed in a way to maximize airflow, and kept away from other hot equipment. Or, the settings in the firmware can be modified to reduce heat production. Well, I tried everything I could think of, but no dice. As just one example, I changed the radio transmitter settings from 100% to 25% (the lowest setting). This means the transmitter will draw less power and thus produce less heat. The problem persisted, perhaps a little less frequent. I then went in and turned off essentially every advanced feature of the router, turning into a very expensive, large, and heavy version of a low end router, but yet the problem persisted anyway. That's' when I returned the unit to Amazon and traded it for another one. Same result.
Netgear used to be a great company. But if you put out an expensive high-end (consumer) product that very clearly has a design flaw that breaks its fundamental function, and you continue to sell that product for multiple years without doing anything to resolve the flaw, then whatever else you might be, you are no longer a great company.
I returned the router and instead bought two ASUS RT-AX3000 units, which so far are working perfectly, and actually have a more full-featured and well designed interface. I bought two because they don't have the range of the Netgear unit, so I needed two units to match the Netgear range (the total range is actually better, and the price for two is about the same as one Netgear). I have one set up as the router and the other as an ethernet-connected access point. They don't have the cool stealth fighter look, but are about about a third the size and weight of the Netgear unit, and they work.
Okay, so I wasn't so brief. Shorter version: don't be an arrogant dummy like me. Avoid this model unless and until Netgear definitively fixes the design.
Edit: One clarification. Looking over the other many, many one-star reviews, I think there are a couple of different issues with these routers. Many people mention random reboots. I have not experienced this. My problem was random dropping of the wifi signal, which is not the same thing. The router itself did not reboot. It continued to be accessible via its web interface, and it continues to function for ethernet/wired devices even without the wifi.
The difference between these cases is that a full reboot takes much longer to get back up and running (several minutes at least), whereas the wifi transmitter dropout problem lasts for perhaps a minute or less until the transmitter comes back. Why is this important? It's not, other than having an understanding of what is going on. The full reboot suggests either an electrical problem or the main processor is overheating causing a shut down of the entire unit. By contrast, the transmitter-only dropout suggests the transmitter chip is overheating causing it to glitch but not impacting the entire circuit board.
Having two different major design problems in the same (overpriced) router suggests really poor engineering. Probably the engineering department has been gutted. The failure to catch the problem prior to manufacturing suggests the QA department also has been gutted. The horrendous customer support outsourced to the cheapest possible noisy call center in India suggests customer support has also been gutted. The only department that seems to be properly funded is for cosmetic design because these routers look awfully cool, but unless you're crazy, you don't buy a router for its looks, but for its capabilities, stability, and reliability.
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Finalmente lavorare via WiFi sulla mia rete interna, non è mai stato così rapido e piacevole!!!
Riesco a scambiare giga di dati in pochi minuti!
Il router per ora sta girando in modo stabile 24/7 e grazie all'app mobile posso sempre tenere sotto controllo i dati più importanti riguardo la mia rete. Sicuramente non posso fare altro che consigliarne l'acquisto!
P.s. Se non potete posizionarlo in un posto areato, vi consiglio almeno di aumentare lo strato dei piedini, anche con semplici feltrini sovrapposti (io ad esempio ne ho messi tre strati), al fine di garantire un minimo di passaggio di aria sotto al router. Per via dell'hardware in uso e delle performance fornite, è normale che si scaldi più di un comune router WiFi 5 o inferiore.
Very easy to set up with either the app or web page, I entered the same credentials and everything connected straight away. The XR was different as it was constant messing to get even Echo devices to connect.
The web page and app are basic and not complicated and within 10mins it was up and running after the firmware updated. I turned off AX mode as I have no AX devices and it’s very stable so far.
Wi-fi coverage is excellent, way better than the XR. I have 2 NETGEAR Ex8000 extenders as I had dead areas but now it just covers the property but I’m using one extender as it has some wired connections from other devices. I noticed too the extender now connects at max strength. For example my Arlo security cameras connect to extender and streaming is now butter smooth with their app and Apples HomeKit.
I’m also on BT and there is no issue but I’m running a HG612 modem and not a home hub which I prefer.
The specs are impressive, 64bit with good ram and cpu power as indicated in the spec. Perfect for streaming and gaming without the complex software many gaming routers supply. It’s a set and forget device.
QoS is basic and I’ve left it off and have streamed and gamed at the same time without any issues so far. A very capable router thanks to its spec.
I’ve also noticed as I’m using smart connect it’s working well at roaming and allocating devices to different channels ie. 2.4 or 5Ghz. Both web page and app show what’s connected to what channels and you can turn off devices if need be. Again this is a vast improvement and does the work for you. I’ve in total 15 devices connect to the network and it’s not even pushing it.
There is a small fan to keep the temp down, it’s not come on yet and the case is slightly warm to touch, not surprising with the cpu power this router has.
To round up if you want a Wi-fi 6 router or just a good modern up-to date router you can’t go wrong. Set it up and forget it’s there, perfect.
Quizás sólo es un mal diseño de hw o sw. Va de regreso... extraño a linksys cuando era de cisco... 🥲