NETGEAR Nighthawk BE6500 WiFi 7 Router (RS200)

Let's Get Started

This guide helps you set up your new NETGEAR Nighthawk router.

Step 1: Download the Nighthawk App

On your mobile phone, scan the QR code to download the Nighthawk app and follow the setup instructions.

If you have used the Nighthawk app before, go to the dashboard and tap the top left menu, then select SET UP A NEW NIGHTHAWK SYSTEM.

[Description of visual: A sequence showing a mobile phone scanning a QR code, followed by an arrow, then a mobile phone displaying the Nighthawk app with a 'Security' tile.]

Step 2: Check Network Security

Check your network security with NETGEAR Armor™.

NETGEAR Armor protects your family's WiFi with an automatic shield of security across all your connected devices.

Tap the SECURITY tile in your Nighthawk app to explore your complimentary Armor trial and protection score.

[Description of visual: A mobile phone displaying the Nighthawk app with the 'Security' tile highlighted.]

Step 3: Explore App Features

Do more with the app.

Discover all the functionalities of the Nighthawk app, such as pausing the Internet, running a speed test, setting smart parental controls, and more.

[Description of visual: A mobile phone displaying the Nighthawk app menu with options like 'Device Manager', 'Security', 'Internet Speed', 'Parental Controls', 'Network Map', and 'WiFi Settings'.]

Router Overview

[Description of visual: A diagram of the NETGEAR Nighthawk router. Key components and ports are labeled: Power LED, Internet LED, LAN 1-4 LEDs, USB LED, 2.4 GHz band LED, 5 GHz band LED, Sync/WPS button, LED on/off button, Reset button, Power on/off button, 2.5G LAN port, Gigabit LAN ports, USB 3.0 port, 2.5G Internet port, and Power connection. The diagram also indicates a power adapter and an Ethernet cable.]

Need Help?

If you encounter issues during installation, consider these troubleshooting tips:

Turn off your modem and router, then disconnect them. Reboot your modem. Reconnect your router to your modem and attempt installation again using the Nighthawk app.
If the Nighthawk app installation fails, use the router web interface. Access it by visiting routerlogin.net.
Additional setup assistance is available online at netgear.com/routerhelp.

Support and Community

For answers to your questions and to access the latest downloads, visit netgear.com/support. Engage with the NETGEAR community at community.netgear.com.

Regulatory and Legal Information

For Canadian French documentation, visit netgear.com/support/download/.

For regulatory compliance information, including the EU Declaration of Conformity, visit netgear.com/about/regulatory/. Review the regulatory compliance document before connecting the power supply.

For NETGEAR's Privacy Policy, visit netgear.com/about/privacy-policy.

By using this device, you agree to NETGEAR's Terms and Conditions, available at netgear.com/about/terms-and-conditions. If you do not agree, return the device to your place of purchase within the return period.

Note for 6 GHz devices: This device is intended for indoor use only. Its operation is prohibited on oil platforms, cars, trains, boats, and aircraft, with the exception of operation in large aircraft flying above 10,000 feet. The operation of transmitters in the 5.925-7.125 GHz band is prohibited for control of or communications with unmanned aircraft systems.

NETGEAR, Inc.
350 East Plumeria Drive
San Jose, CA 95134, USA

NETGEAR INTERNATIONAL LTD
Floor 6, Penrose Two, Penrose Dock,
Cork, T23 YY09, Ireland

Model: RS200

Date: May 2024

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