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Key Specs
Wi-Fi Range2500 square feetWi-Fi Mesh SystemNoNumber Of LAN Ports4Wi-Fi Speed4.2 gigabits per secondWorks WithAmazon Alexa, Google Assistant
General
Product NameNighthawk AX4200 Dual-Band Wi-Fi RouterBrandNETGEARModel NumberRAX43-100NASColorBlackColor CategoryBlack
Security
Data EncryptionYesEncryption TypeWPA, WPA2, WPA2-PSK, WPA3Firewall TypeNAT, SPISecurity Features128-bit AES encryption with PSK; automatic firmware update; guest network access; double firewall protection (SPI and NAT); supports WPA3 security standard; VPN support; NETGEAR Armor
Network
Band TechnologyDualEthernet Standard10/100/1000Number Of Connected Devices25Number of Antennas4Frequency Band2.4 GHz, 5.0 GHzWireless Networking StandardWi-Fi 6Wireless StandardAX, AC, NWi-Fi Range2500 square feetNumber of 2.4Ghz Streams1Number of 5.0Ghz Streams1Wi-Fi Mesh SystemNoEthernet SwitchYes
Certifications & Listings
ENERGY STAR CertifiedNo
Features
App CompatibleYesApp NameNETGEAR Nighthawk AppBeamformingYesIntegrated ModemNoWirelessYes
Ports
Number Of WAN Ports1Port Type(s)RJ-45, USBNumber Of LAN Ports4
Speed
Wired Speed1000 megabits per secondWi-Fi Speed4.2 gigabits per secondGigabit Ethernet SpeedYes
Compatibility
System RequirementsMicrosoft 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 higherBluetooth EnabledNoWorks WithAmazon Alexa, Google Assistant
Dimension
Product Height2.25 inchesProduct Length8.11 inchesProduct Width11.7 inchesProduct Weight1.25 pounds
Warranty
Manufacturer's Warranty - Parts1 yearManufacturer's Warranty - Labor90 days
Other
UPC606449152180
Enable reliable wireless connections with this NETGEAR Nighthawk AX4200 Wi-Fi router. Speeds of up to 4.2 Gbps and four high-performance external antennae allow seamless 4K streaming on multiple devices and offer a stable connection for lag-free game play. This NETGEAR Nighthawk AX4200 Wi-Fi router features a USB 3.0 port and five Gigabit ports for uninterrupted and fast file transfer between connected devices. Includes a 1-year NETGEAR Armor all-in-one internet security subscription.
AX4200 Dual-band Wi-Fi router
Coverage up to 2,000 sq. ft. and up to 25 devices.
Wi-Fi 6 technology
Fast 4.2Gbps speed with Wi-Fi 6 technology for uninterrupted streaming, HD video gaming, and web conferencing. Backward compatible with Wi-Fi 5 and earlier-generation devices.
NETGEAR Armor
NETGEAR Armor software provides an automatic shield of security for your Wi-Fi and connected devices (PC, phone, camera, TV, Echo, etc.) for real-time protection against hackers and added privacy with VPN. 1-year subscription included.
Four Gigabit Ethernet ports
Plug in computers, game consoles, streaming players, and more with 4 x 1G Ethernet LAN ports.
USB 3.0 port
Share a storage drive with any connected device and create a personal cloud store to access from anywhere using the 1 x 3.0 USB port.
NETGEAR Nighthawk app
Sets up in minutes with the Nighthawk App; easily manage Wi-Fi settings, test internet speed, and monitor data usage.
More Wi-Fi for more devices
OFDMA allows for efficient data transmission to multiple devices at the same time.
Beamforming technology
Increases the range and performance for devices that operate in 2.4 and 5GHz bands.
160MHz channel support
Allows streaming at Gigabit speeds to supported mobile devices, which are used for video streaming or gaming.
1024-QAM modulation
Ensures up to 25% increased data efficiency and faster speeds than a 256-QAM router.
Works with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant
Control your NETGEAR Wi-Fi network with simple voice commands.
Latest security standard
Supports WPA3 with the latest and quality Wi-Fi security protocol.
128-bit AES encryption with PSK
Protects your network against hackers and eavesdroppers.
Automatic firmware updates
Offer the latest security patches to the router.
System requirements
Microsoft Windows 7, 8, 10, Vista, XP, 2000, macOS, Unix, or Linux. Microsoft Internet Explorer 11 or higher, Microsoft Edge, Google Chrome 55 or higher, Firefox 45 or higher, Safari 10 or higher.
What's Included
NETGEAR Nighthawk AX4200 Dual-Band Wi-Fi Router
Ethernet cable
4 external antennas
Power adapter
Owner's manual
Manuals & Guides
Product Datasheet/Brochure
Search
- A: AnswerGo to www.speedtest.com and preform a download test. This will be your speed to the Internet provider. This is the fastest speed speed you will be able to obtain to your router. If you buy a new router, the connection speeds will be better via wifi. But you are limited to the speed of the Internet provider connection. I hope this helps.
Answered by Farmer
- A: Answeryes
Answered by James
Q: QuestionCan I configure the router so that it has the same name/password as my current router(2 answers)
A: AnswerYes. It is actually suggested to do soAnswered by BAMAJohn
Q: QuestionHow many devices can this router handle running at the same time?(2 answers)
A: Answer25 devices are capable of connecting at once.Answered by Mike
- A: AnswerNot to the best of my knowledge. This isn’t a Wi-Fi extender. It won’t increase your signal from the main router. I use mine in place of the Wi-Fi from my spectrum gateway and my signal reaches the entire house including the basement, front and most of the backyard, with no real loss in speeds. Hope this helps.
Answered by Steve
Q: QuestionDoes this router require a firewall?(2 answers)
A: AnswerNoAnswered by OudneSengsourya
Q: QuestionWhat size house does this cover?(3 answers)
A: AnswerWorks great in my 1500 SF home -- open concept, one-story. Extends into front and back porches.Answered by Commish2
Q: QuestionWHICH ROUTER WILL WORK BEST WITH VERIZON INTERNET PROVIDER. FIBER OPTIC(2 answers)
A: AnswerRouter can handle 6 Gigs per second incoming signal. You will be fine for some time. Fastest fiber I have seen is 3 gigs per second.Answered by BAMAJohn
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Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars with 863 reviews
4.6Rating by feature
- 4.7Setup
Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars
- 4.7Range
Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars
- 4.7Signal Strength
Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars
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Rated 4 out of 5 stars
RPV43 wifi6 router
i thought when i bought it ti go with my starlink it was great i got fir more speed and better coverge i git the speed and coverge but next thin gbi know my network some how got comprmised and hacked not sure how bit the router had changed completly from the ip to the waynit functions the armour security said nothing nor did it detect any thing my isp starlink didint even know how i was geting internet with the IP adrees it was giving and the sunnet and the dns its been confuseing but as long as that dont happen to u i defintly recomnd this router its fast throughs good signal but need security improvements so 4 stars
Posted by coole91
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Seamless setup to xfer from leased router
After years of leasing a router and paying a monthly fee for “wireless service” I decided to purchase and manage my own wireless network after my old router died. I researched all my available options and decided on the AX4200 because of the size of my house and the number of devices I wanted to connect. The setup through the nighthawk app was extremely easy and very user friendly. I particularly love the smart connect option which basically allows the router to decide which channel to broadcast to each device instead of individually managing each device and network. I would strongly recommend this router but I would also suggest you take a good look at your network because 25 wireless devices adds up fast.
Posted by norbie67
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great product!
Couldn't be happier! Reasonably priced comes with a intuitive app and is able to handle 400+ MBPS without breaking a sweat! Range is large enough for my 800 sqft apartment and can even be accessed from the moment I park. Have a hardwire to my gaming pc and let's just say I've been winning in fortnite matches alot more since getting it.
Posted by Magnus2020
