📡 Hardware Model Setup Sheet
Netgear Nighthawk AX6 (RAX50)
Complete default configuration parameters, factory credentials, LED indicator cheat-sheet, and hardware reset procedure.
Quick Gateway Answer (RFC 1918 Verified)
Default IP: 192.168.1.1 • Web: http://routerlogin.net • User: admin • Pass: password
To log into the Netgear Nighthawk AX6 (RAX50), connect to your router via Wi-Fi or Ethernet and open http://192.168.1.1 in your browser.
Hardware Configuration & Specifications
Manufacturer
Netgear
Hardware Type
Wi-Fi 6 Router
Default Gateway IP
192.168.1.1
Alternative Web Domain
http://routerlogin.net
Fallback IP
192.168.0.1
Default Username
admin
Default Password
password
Password on Sticker
No (Standard Preset)
Default SSID Pattern
NETGEAR-XX / NETGEAR-XX-5G
Wi-Fi Standard
Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax Dual-Band AX5400)
How to Factory Reset Netgear Nighthawk AX6 (RAX50)
Hardware Reset Instructions:
With the router powered ON, press and hold the recessed Reset button on the rear panel with a paperclip for 10 seconds until the Power LED starts blinking amber. Release the button and wait 2 minutes for full reboot.
LED Indicator Diagnostic Cheat-Sheet
| LED Name | Normal State | Error / Alert State | Description & Function |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power | Solid White | Solid Amber (booting/post) or Blinking Amber (firmware update/reset) | Indicates power and operating status. |
| Internet / WAN | Solid White | Solid Amber (cable connected, no IP) / Off (no link) | Ethernet link to modem or ONT. |
| 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi | Solid White | Off (Radio disabled in admin console) | 2.4 GHz 802.11ax wireless broadcast status. |
| 5 GHz Wi-Fi | Solid White | Off (Radio disabled or DFS wait) | 5 GHz high-speed 802.11ax radio status. |
| Ethernet LAN 1-4 | Solid White (1Gbps) | Solid Amber (100Mbps link) / Off (disconnected) | Gigabit Ethernet switch ports. |
⚡ Live Gateway Reachability Probe
Target: 192.168.1.1Test whether your device is currently connected to this gateway subnet via local browser ping probes: