Enjoy high-speed network connections across your medium or large home for smooth 4K video streaming, online games, and video chats with the Netgear Nighthawk AX5 AX4200 Dual-Band Gigabit Router. Featuring 802.11ax Wi-Fi support, this dual-band router can communicate with multiple devices simultaneously, transferring up to 4177 Mb/s over the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz frequencies. You can quickly configure and manage the Nighthawk AX5 using the Nighthawk mobile app, including setting up guest network logins for added security. You can also issue voice commands using Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant. Four Gigabit Ethernet LAN ports are available for connecting wired devices such as computers, smart TVs, and video game consoles. Plugging a flash drive into the integrated USB 3.1 Gen 1 port allows you to share files and media with all connected devices across the network.

Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)    Up to 4177 Mb/s Throughput    2.4 GHz / 5 GHz (Dual-Band)    4 x Detachable External Antennas    4 x Gigabit LAN Ports    1 x Gigabit WAN Port    1 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 Port    Supports Nighthawk App    Works with Alexa and Google Assistant

The Nighthawk AX5 features four powerful, detachable external antennas and works with MU-MIMO, OFDMA, and Beamforming technologies to provide fast and reliable 801.11ax Wi-Fi connections with multiple compatible devices. Supporting five simultaneous data streams over two wireless bands, the 5 GHz signal can transfer up 3603 Mb/s while the 2.4 GHz frequency has a 574 Mb/s bandwidth.

Quickly set up, configure, and monitor your Nighthawk AX5 router from almost anywhere using the free Nighthawk mobile app. Features include testing internet speeds, pausing access for specified devices, tracking internet usage, and setting up separate guest networks.

Connect the router to your cable or DSL modem through the Gigabit WAN port. Four Gigabit Ethernet LAN ports are available for high-speed wired connections to devices such as computers, smart TVs, and video game consoles.

Share files and media with devices across the network by plugging a flash drive into the router's 5 Gb/s USB 3.1 Gen 1 port. USB 3.1 Gen 1 and USB 3.0 are synonymous.

Control your network by issuing simple voice commands through Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant devices.

Configure a guest login to provide your guests with a secure network connection. The Nighthawk AX5 automatically updates itself with the latest firmware and security patches. Your wireless signal is secured with WPA3 encryption. Installing OpenVPN Connect on your mobile device allows you to securely access your home network remotely.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Does this require a mobile data plan that allows tethering?

A: The Netgear Nighthawk LAX20 AX1800 Wireless Dual-Band 4G LTE Gigabit Router, B&H # NELAX20, requires a SIM card with a data plan. Depending on your carrier, it might need support for tethering, but you would need to confirm directly with your mobile carrier.

Q: 2. do you need a stand alone with this router (ax4200)?

A: This Netgear Nighthawk AX5 AX4200 Dual-Band Gigabit Router, is still just a router. You would still need a modem of sort.

Q: 3. Can you set TTO with LAX20?

A: Unsure what TTO is. Are you asking about TTL? This cannot be set.

Q: 4. Can this be wall mounted?

A: Reviewing the installation guide, there are no wall-mount options for this item.

Q: 5. Is this work with optimum

A: Yes, the Netgear Nighthawk AX4 AX3000 Wireless Dual-Band Gigabit Route is compatible with Optimum modems.

Q: 6. Does LAX20 work with Verizon Wireless?

A: Yes, this is compatible with Verizon.

Q: 7. Does it support DDNS?

A: Yes, the Netgear Nighthawk LAX20 AX1800 Wireless Dual-Band 4G LTE Gigabit Router, B&H # NELAX20, supports Dynamic DNS (DDNS).

Q: 8. Does LAX20 with with Verzion Wireless?

A: This LAX20 is Certified with AT&T, T-Mobile and Verizon. Not compatible with Sprint.

Q: 9. What is CPU speed?

A: As per the manufacture "Powerful processor—Dual-core processor ensures smooth 4K UHD streaming & gaming".

Q: 10. Is the AX20 lte router Straight Talk compatible? Tried to setup the unit and its not detecting the sim. The router itself shows up but connects without internet.

A: The Nighthawk LAX20 is certified to work with AT&T and T-Mobile.