Quick Start

Getting Started with Your Nighthawk Router

Follow these simple steps to set up your NETGEAR Nighthawk router and secure your devices.

1. Download the Nighthawk app to install your router

   On your mobile phone, download the Nighthawk app and follow the setup instructions.

2. Secure your devices with NETGEAR Armor

   Tap the Security icon in your Nighthawk app to verify that NETGEAR Armor™ is activated. Your Nighthawk comes with NETGEAR Armor cybersecurity, which blocks online threats like hackers and phishing attempts on your devices.

3. Do more with the app

   Check out everything you can do on the Nighthawk app! Run a speed test, pause the Internet, see all the connected devices, and more.

Router Overview

The Nighthawk router features several ports and buttons for connectivity and control:

• Router Components: Includes the router unit, Ethernet cable, and power adapter (varies by region).
• LED Indicators:
  • 1 Power LED
  • 2 Internet LED
  • 3 2.4 GHz WiFi LED
  • 4 5 GHz 1 WiFi LED
  • 5 5 GHz 2 WiFi LED
  • 6 Ethernet Ports 1-4 LEDs
  • 7 USB 3.0 LED
• Buttons:
  • A WiFi On/Off button with LED
  • B WPS button with LED
  • C LED On/Off button
  • D Reset button
  • H Power On/Off button
• Ports:
  • F Ethernet ports 1-4
  • G USB 3.0 port
  • E Internet port
  • I Power connector

Troubleshooting

If you encounter installation issues:

• Turn off your modem and router, disconnect them, and restart your modem. Reconnect your router to your modem and try installing with the Nighthawk app again.
• If the app installation fails, manually install it using the router web interface by visiting http://www.routerlogin.net.
• For further assistance, visit netgear.com/routerhelp.

Support and Community

Get support and access the latest downloads at netgear.com/support.

For helpful advice, visit the NETGEAR Community at community.netgear.com.

Regulatory and Legal Information

For Canadian customers, access documents in Canadian French at www.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 at netgear.com/about/terms-and-conditions/. If you do not agree, return the device to your place of purchase within your return period.