RAX45_UM_EN - Nighthawk AX6 6-Stream AX4300 WiFi Router Setup Guide

Sep 22, 2026

Nighthawk AX6 6-Stream AX4300 WiFi Router (Model RAX45) setup and regulatory information are provided, including support resources, privacy and terms notices, and device usage restrictions, such as indoor-only operation for 6 GHz devices and prohibitions related to specific platforms and unmanned aircraft communications. The guide includes a revision history entry and a detailed table of contents spanning hardware setup, connecting to the network and accessing the router, configuring internet settings (including multiple IPv6 connection types and MTU management), and controlling internet access via rules and allowed-device lists.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryTechnology

FormatPDF

Pages160

Reading Time6 h 43 min

AccessFree to download

Chapter 1 Hardware Setup

Unpack your router

Top panel LEDs and buttons

Rear panel

Router label

Attach and position the antennas

Position your router

Wall-mount your router

Cable your router

Chapter 2 Connect to the Network and Access the Router

Connect to the router network

Connect to the router using a wired connection

Connect to the router WiFi network

Connect to the WiFi network using WPS

Types of logins

Use a web browser to access the router

Automatic Internet setup

Install and manage your router with the Nighthawk app

Change the language

Chapter 3 Specify Your Internet Settings

Use the Internet Setup Wizard

Manually set up the Internet connection

Specify an Internet connection without a login

Specify an Internet connection that uses a login

Specify IPv6 Internet connections

Requirements for entering IPv6 addresses

Use auto detect for an IPv6 Internet connection

Set up an IPv6 6to4 tunnel Internet connection

Set up an IPv6 pass-through Internet connection

Set up an IPv6 fixed Internet connection

Set up an IPv6 DHCP Internet connection

Set up an IPv6 PPPoE Internet connection

Manage the MTU size

MTU concepts

Change the MTU size

Chapter 4 Control Access to the Internet

Network access control list

Enable the network access control list, set the access rule, and allow or block connected devices

Nighthawk AX6 6-Stream AX4300 WiFi Router Model RAX45 January 2023 202-12055-07 NETGEAR, Inc. 350 E. Plumeria Drive San Jose, CA 95134, USA Nighthawk AX6 6-Stream AX4300 WiFi Router Support and Community Visit [netgear.com/support](netgear.com/support) to get your questions answered and access the latest downloads. You can also check out our NETGEAR Community for helpful advice at community.netgear.com. Regulatory and Legal Si ce produit est vendu au Canada, vous pouvez accéder à ce document en français canadien à [https://www.netgear.com/support/download/](https://www.netgear.com/support/download/) . (If this product is sold in Canada, you can access this document in Canadian French at [https://www.netgear.com/support/download/](https://www.netgear.com/support/download/) .) For regulatory compliance information includingthe EU Declaration of Conformity, visit [https://www.netgear.com/about/regulatory/](https://www.netgear.com/about/regulatory/) . See the regulatory compliance document before connecting the power supply. For NETGEAR’s Privacy Policy, visit [https://www.netgear.com/about/privacy-policy](https://www.netgear.com/about/privacy-policy). By using this device, you are agreeing to NETGEAR’s Terms and Conditions at [https://www.netgear.com/about/terms-and-conditions](https://www.netgear.com/about/terms-and-conditions. If you)[. If you](https://www.netgear.com/about/terms-and-conditions. If you) do not agree, return the device to your place of purchase within your return period. Do not use this device outdoors. Applicable to 6 GHz devices only: Only use the device indoors. The operation of 6 GHz devices is prohibited on oil platforms, cars, trains, boats, and aircraft, except that operation of this device is permitted in large aircraft while flying above 10,000 feet. Operation of transmitters in the 5.925-7.125 GHz band is prohibited for control of or communications with unmanned aircraft systems. Trademarks Trademarks© NETGEAR, Inc., NETGEAR, and the NETGEAR Logo are trademarks of NETGEAR, Inc. Any non-NETGEAR trademarks are used for reference purposes only. Revision History | Publication Part Number | Publish Date | Comments | | --- | --- | --- | | 202-12055-07 | January 2023 | We removed the Change the transmission power control section and the Set up the router in bridge mode section. These options are not available for the router. | Contents Chapter 1 Hardware Setup Unpack your router...............................................................................9 Top panel LEDs and buttons.............................................................10 Rear panel............................................................................................ 12 Router label.........................................................................................13 Attach and position the antennas.....................................................13 Position your router............................................................................14 Wall-mount your router.....................................................................15 Cable your router...............................................................................16 Chapter 2 Connect to the Network and Access the Router Connect to the router network.........................................................18 Connect to the router using a wired connection.......................18 Connect to the router WiFi network............................................18 Connect to the WiFi network using WPS....................................18 Types of logins....................................................................................19 Use a web browser to access the router..........................................19 Automatic Internet setup..............................................................19 Log in to the router.......................................................

FAQs

What is the router model covered by this guide?

The guide covers the Nighthawk AX6 6-Stream AX4300 WiFi Router, model RAX45.

What are key regulatory and usage restrictions for 6 GHz devices?

The guide states that 6 GHz devices must only be used indoors and lists prohibitions for operation on oil platforms, vehicles, trains, boats, and aircraft, with an exception for large aircraft above 10,000 feet.

How can I connect to the router and access its settings?

You can connect to the router network (wired or WiFi), use WPS to join the WiFi network, and then log in to the router using a web browser. The guide also includes setup and management via the Nighthawk app.

Sep 22, 2026

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