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Netgear R8000 Nighthawk 3.2Gb/s Tri Band4 x Wireless Router
- Tri-band Wi-Fi (one 2.4GHz, two 5GHz bands)
- Total wireless speed up to 3.2 Gb/s
- AC3200 class router
- Powerful dual-core processor
- Smart Connect technology for device optimization
- Beamforming+ for improved range and signal
- Multiple Gigabit Ethernet ports
- Advanced security features (WPA2)
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Key specifications
See full specs ↓- Wi-Fi Standard
- Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
- Max Wireless Speed
- 3.2 Gbps
- Bands
- Tri-Band (1x 2.4GHz, 2x 5GHz)
- Ethernet Ports
- 1 x Gigabit WAN, 4 x Gigabit LAN
- Processor
- Dual-core 1GHz
- Security
- WPA2, WPA, WEP
Product details
The Netgear R8000 Nighthawk is a high-performance tri-band wireless router delivering speeds up to 3.2 Gb/s. It utilizes advanced Wi-Fi technology to provide fast, reliable internet connectivity for a large number of devices in a home network.
Technical Information
| Wi-Fi Standard | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Max Wireless Speed | 3.2 Gbps |
| Bands | Tri-Band (1x 2.4GHz, 2x 5GHz) |
| Ethernet Ports | 1 x Gigabit WAN, 4 x Gigabit LAN |
Additional Specifications
| Processor | Dual-core 1GHz |
| Security | WPA2, WPA, WEP |
| Antennas | 6 (external, high-performance) |
Description
The Netgear R8000 Nighthawk is a powerful AC3200 class wireless router designed to deliver exceptional Wi-Fi performance for demanding home networks. It operates on a tri-band frequency spectrum, providing one 2.4 GHz band and two separate 5 GHz bands. This configuration allows for a total aggregate wireless speed of up to 3.2 Gigabits per second, significantly reducing network congestion and improving performance, especially in environments with many connected devices. The dual 5 GHz bands are particularly beneficial, allowing for the distribution of high-bandwidth devices like streaming 4K TVs and gaming consoles across separate bands, ensuring a smoother and more responsive experience. At the heart of the R8000 is a powerful dual-core 1GHz processor, which ensures that the router can handle multiple tasks simultaneously, including routing traffic, managing QoS (Quality of Service), and supporting numerous connected devices without performance degradation. The router also features Netgear's Smart Connect technology, which intelligently assigns devices to the optimal Wi-Fi band (2.4GHz or one of the 5GHz bands) based on their speed capabilities and network load. This simplifies network management and ensures that all devices, from older smartphones to the latest laptops, receive the best possible connection. Further enhancing its performance, the R8000 incorporates Beamforming+ technology, which focuses Wi-Fi signals directly towards connected devices, improving range, reliability, and speed. It also includes multiple Gigabit Ethernet ports for wired connections, offering high-speed connectivity for desktop computers, gaming consoles, and network storage devices. Security is maintained through WPA2 encryption, providing a secure wireless network. The R8000 Nighthawk is an excellent choice for users who require robust performance, extensive coverage, and the ability to support a large number of connected devices for streaming, gaming, and general internet usage.
Condition: Refurbished
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