The NETGEAR® Nighthawk® 8-Stream AX6000 WiFi Router (RAX80) supports the new 802.11ax (also known as Wi-Fi 6) WiFi standard. Engineered to deliver up to four times more data capacity than previous standards, AX WiFi features advanced technologies like OFDMA, MU-MIMO, 160MHz channel support and 1024 QAM to vastly improve network efficiency. The Nighthawk AX8 is powered by a 64-bit 1.8GHz quad-core processor designed to transfer gigabits of data with almost zero CPU load. 160MHz channel support doubles the speed offered by 80MHz channels to provide gigabit speed to compatible devices. This router is the industry’s first home router with Multi-Gig internet support, achieved by aggregating two gigabit Ethernet ports. It’s a router that’s ready for the Multi-Gig Internet wave coming in DOCSIS® 3.1.
8-Stream WiFi - Network Efficiency and Faster Speeds
8 WiFi streams (four in the 2.4GHz band and four in the 5GHz band) offer four times the device capacity as compared to typical 2x2 AC WiFi. More WiFi streams per band greatly increases the amount of data the router sends to and receives from devices because more bandwidth is available and there is less congestion for all the devices on the network. With reliable connections to all connected devices, now more devices than ever before can simultaneously be on your network.
Gigabit WiFi to Mobile Devices
Ideal for gigabit WiFi, Nighthawk AX8 is one of the first routers to support WAN port aggregation, which allows for combining two gigabit Ethernet ports and deliver more than one gigabit of Internet speed to your home. Support for 160MHz enabled mobile devices and laptops (Intel® Gigabit Wi-Fi enabled devices) allows the AX8 to stream at gigabit speeds to these devices. Stream your favorite TV shows and movies in high definition, to more devices.
Improved Network Capacity for More WiFi Devices
Orthogonal Frequency-Division Multiple Access (OFDMA) enables efficient data scheduling so that more transmissions can be sent at the same time, resulting in an impressive capacity increase in your network. This increased or available bandwidth allows you to add more devices to your network. Nighthawk AX8 supports uplink and downlink OFDMA to efficiently use air-time with better frequency reuse, reduced latency, and increased network efficiency. This is extremely useful for latency sensitive applications such as virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR) and Internet of things (IoT) sensors.
Powerful Performance at the Core
Nighthawk AX8 is powered by a 64-bit 1.8GHz quad-core processor designed to transfer gigabits of data with almost zero CPU load. Robust processing power provides the best performance across all wired and wireless interfaces. An additional quad-core co-processor handles all Multi-Gig LAN-WAN traffic, ensuring the main processor is available for all other applications. High-speed simultaneous connections ensure you enjoy smoother ultra-HD 4K video streaming and gaming without interruptions.
Cutting-Edge Design
This next-generation router design conceals four high-performance antennas under its 'wings'. The antennas are optimally positioned for best WiFi performance, extending reliable and stronger WiFi coverage indoors and outdoors. The Nighthawk AX8 router is also wall-mountable.
- Ultra-fast Wireless Speeds—8-Stream WiFi with up to 1.2 + 4.8Gbps
- More WiFi for More Devices—Uplink and downlink OFDMA substantially improves network capacity and efficiency, particularly when that traffic is created simultaneously
- Up to Four Simultaneous WiFi Streams—4-stream MU-MIMO enables streaming on up to four 1x1 devices at the same time
- 160MHz Channel Support—Gigabit speeds for compatible mobile devices and laptops
- Additional DFS Channels—For an interference-free experience
- Powerful Processor—64bit 1.8GHz quad-core processor ensures smooth 4K UHD streaming and gaming
- Multi-Gig Internet Support—Aggregate two gigabit Ethernet ports to get multi-gig Internet speeds, where supported
- Six Gigabit Ports—Connect more wired devices for faster file transfer and uninterrupted connections
- Support All Current WiFi Devices—Backward compatible with 802.11a/b/g/n/ac client devices
- Dynamic QoS— Prioritizes internet traffic by application and device for smoother streaming
- Nighthawk App—Easily set up your router and get more out of your WiFi. Includes remote access to manage your network when away from home
- Automatic Firmware Updates—Delivers the latest security patches to the router
- Works with Amazon Alexa and the Google Assistant—Control your WiFi using voice commands
8-Stream WiFi - Network Efficiency and Faster Speeds
8 WiFi streams (four in the 2.4GHz band and four in the 5GHz band) offer four times the device capacity as compared to typical 2x2 AC WiFi. More WiFi streams per band greatly increases the amount of data the router sends to and receives from devices because more bandwidth is available and there is less congestion for all the devices on the network. With reliable connections to all connected devices, now more devices than ever before can simultaneously be on your network.
Gigabit WiFi to Mobile Devices
Ideal for gigabit WiFi, Nighthawk AX8 is one of the first routers to support WAN port aggregation, which allows for combining two gigabit Ethernet ports and deliver more than one gigabit of Internet speed to your home. Support for 160MHz enabled mobile devices and laptops (Intel® Gigabit Wi-Fi enabled devices) allows the AX8 to stream at gigabit speeds to these devices. Stream your favorite TV shows and movies in high definition, to more devices.
Improved Network Capacity for More WiFi Devices
Orthogonal Frequency-Division Multiple Access (OFDMA) enables efficient data scheduling so that more transmissions can be sent at the same time, resulting in an impressive capacity increase in your network. This increased or available bandwidth allows you to add more devices to your network. Nighthawk AX8 supports uplink and downlink OFDMA to efficiently use air-time with better frequency reuse, reduced latency, and increased network efficiency. This is extremely useful for latency sensitive applications such as virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR) and Internet of things (IoT) sensors.
Powerful Performance at the Core
Nighthawk AX8 is powered by a 64-bit 1.8GHz quad-core processor designed to transfer gigabits of data with almost zero CPU load. Robust processing power provides the best performance across all wired and wireless interfaces. An additional quad-core co-processor handles all Multi-Gig LAN-WAN traffic, ensuring the main processor is available for all other applications. High-speed simultaneous connections ensure you enjoy smoother ultra-HD 4K video streaming and gaming without interruptions.
Cutting-Edge Design
This next-generation router design conceals four high-performance antennas under its 'wings'. The antennas are optimally positioned for best WiFi performance, extending reliable and stronger WiFi coverage indoors and outdoors. The Nighthawk AX8 router is also wall-mountable.
- Ultra-fast Wireless Speeds—8-Stream WiFi with up to 1.2 + 4.8Gbps
- More WiFi for More Devices—Uplink and downlink OFDMA substantially improves network capacity and efficiency, particularly when that traffic is created simultaneously
- Up to Four Simultaneous WiFi Streams—4-stream MU-MIMO enables streaming on up to four 1x1 devices at the same time
- 160MHz Channel Support—Gigabit speeds for compatible mobile devices and laptops
- Additional DFS Channels—For an interference-free experience
- Powerful Processor—64bit 1.8GHz quad-core processor ensures smooth 4K UHD streaming and gaming
- Multi-Gig Internet Support—Aggregate two gigabit Ethernet ports to get multi-gig Internet speeds, where supported
- Six Gigabit Ports—Connect more wired devices for faster file transfer and uninterrupted connections
- Support All Current WiFi Devices—Backward compatible with 802.11a/b/g/n/ac client devices
- Dynamic QoS— Prioritizes internet traffic by application and device for smoother streaming
- Nighthawk App—Easily set up your router and get more out of your WiFi. Includes remote access to manage your network when away from home
- Automatic Firmware Updates—Delivers the latest security patches to the router
- Works with Amazon Alexa and the Google Assistant—Control your WiFi using voice commands
| Ethernet LAN features | |
|---|---|
| Ethernet WAN | Yes |
| Ethernet LAN interface type | Gigabit Ethernet |
| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
| Ethernet LAN data rates | 10,100,1000 Mbit/s |
| Cabling technology | 10/100/1000Base-T(X) |
| DSL features | |
| DSL WAN | No |
| Mobile networking | |
| SIM card slot | No |
| 3G/4G USB modem compatibility | No |
| 3G | No |
| 4G | No |
| Networking | |
| Routing protocols | RIP-1,RIP-2 |
| Guest access | Yes |
| Data link protocols | TCP/IP, DHCP, PPPoE, PPTP, Bigpond, Dynamic DNS, SMB |
| Ethernet LAN interface type | Gigabit Ethernet |
| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
| Networking standards | IEEE 802.11a,IEEE 802.11ac,IEEE 802.11b,IEEE 802.11g,IEEE 802.11i,IEEE 802.11n |
| Ethernet LAN data rates | 10,100,1000 Mbit/s |
| Cabling technology | 10/100/1000Base-T(X) |
| Management features | |
| Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) | Yes |
| Web-based management | Yes |
| Reset button | Yes |
| Quality of Service (QoS) support | Yes |
| Performance | |
| Windows operating systems supported | Windows 10,Windows 2000,Windows 7,Windows 8,Windows Vista,Windows XP |
| Processor frequency | 1800 MHz |
| Processor cores | 4 |
| Mac operating systems supported | Yes |
| Linux operating systems supported | Yes |
| Firmware upgradeable | Yes |
| Built-in processor | Yes |
| Memory card slot(s) | No |
| Weight & dimensions | |
| Package width | 238 mm |
| Package weight | 2.38 kg |
| Package height | 129 mm |
| Package depth | 307 mm |
| Width | 305 mm |
| Weight | 1.28 kg |
| Height | 161 mm |
| Depth | 202 mm |
| Certificates | |
| Electromagnetic compatibility | FCC 15 B EN 55022 (CISPR 22), B C-Tick N10947 |
| Packaging content | |
| Quick start guide | Yes |
| Cables included | LAN (RJ-45) |
| AC adapter included | Yes |
| Number of products included | 1 pc(s) |
| WAN connection | |
| Ethernet WAN | Yes |
| DSL WAN | No |
| SIM card slot | No |
| 3G/4G USB modem compatibility | No |
| WAN connection type | RJ-45 |
| Wireless LAN features | |
| Top Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
| WLAN data transfer rate (max) | 6000 Mbit/s |
| Wi-Fi band | Dual-band (2.4 GHz / 5 GHz) |
| Modulation | 1024-QAM |
| WLAN data transfer rate (first band) | 1200 Mbit/s |
| WLAN data transfer rate (second band) | 4800 Mbit/s |
| Wi-Fi standards | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac),Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax),802.11b,802.11g,Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) |
| Channel bandwidth | 160 MHz |
| Ports & interfaces | |
| USB port | Yes |
| Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports | 5 |
| DC-in jack | Yes |
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity | 2 |
| Memory card slot(s) | No |
| Security | |
| Security algorithms | 128-bit AES,WPA,WPA2,WPA2-PSK |
| Guest access | Yes |
| Protocols | |
| Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) | Yes |
| Routing protocols | RIP-1,RIP-2 |
| DHCP server | Yes |
| Data link protocols | TCP/IP, DHCP, PPPoE, PPTP, Bigpond, Dynamic DNS, SMB |
| Design | |
| Product type | Tabletop router |
| On/off switch | Yes |
| LED indicators | LAN,Power,WAN |
| Product colour | Black |
| Software | |
| Windows operating systems supported | Windows 10,Windows 2000,Windows 7,Windows 8,Windows Vista,Windows XP |
| Mac operating systems supported | Yes |
| Linux operating systems supported | Yes |
| Mac compatibility | Yes |
| Antenna | |
| Antennas quantity | 4 |
| Antenna type | External |
| Features | |
| Processor frequency | 1800 MHz |
| Processor cores | 4 |
| Firmware upgradeable | Yes |
| Electromagnetic compatibility | FCC 15 B EN 55022 (CISPR 22), B C-Tick N10947 |
| Built-in processor | Yes |
| Power | |
| Power source type | AC |
| Output voltage | 19 V |
| Output current | 3.16 A |
| AC input frequency | 50 - 60 Hz |
| Operational conditions | |
| Operating temperature (T-T) | 0 - 40 °C |
| Operating relative humidity (H-H) | 0 - 90% |
| System requirements | |
| Windows operating systems supported | Windows 10,Windows 2000,Windows 7,Windows 8,Windows Vista,Windows XP |
| Mac operating systems supported | Yes |
| Linux operating systems supported | Yes |
| Mac compatibility | Yes |
| Packaging data | |
| Quick start guide | Yes |
| Package width | 238 mm |
| Package weight | 2.38 kg |
| Package height | 129 mm |
| Package depth | 307 mm |
| Cables included | LAN (RJ-45) |
| AC adapter included | Yes |
| Number of products included | 1 pc(s) |
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