Product model: RAX50
Number of antennas: 4 groups
Wireless transmission rate: 2.4 GHz 2x2 MU-MIMO, supporting 20/40 MHz bandwidth, and the theoretical maximum speed can reach 600 Mbps. 5 GHz 4x4 MU-MIMO supports 20/40/80/ 160 MHz bandwidth, and the theoretical maximum speed can reach 4.8Gbps. ..
Processor: Broadcom BCM6750 1.5GHz three-core processor.
Flash memory: 256MB flash memory and 5 12MB RAM.
Network ports:110/100/1000 Mbps WAN port and 410/000 Mbps LAN ports.
USB 3.0 interface: 1.
Size: 295.8 x 206 x 57.2mm
Weight: 566 grams
Warranty: 2 years
First of all, the packaging of RAX50A is huge. The comparison with macbook pro 13 inch is as follows. Solid packaging. Mainly in blue and black, the technical specifications, models and main features of the products are displayed on the packaging.
Origin of router: Vietnam
The side of the package is the main specification parameter of the router.
Inside: quick installation instructions, warranty, host, network cable, antenna, bottom power adapter.
The attached network cable is super class 5 flexible cable, which is easy to store. Short-distance super category 5 can stably support Gigabit.
The specification of the power adapter is 12V 2.5A to ensure the overall power supply demand. Power supply manufacturer: Wei Qiao Technology Co., Ltd.
The four detachable 7dbi high-gain antennas have the same appearance, and there is no difference. They can be installed on the router without any installation difficulty. The antenna can be replaced to meet various requirements. Taobao has many external antennas to choose from, which can extend the antennas and achieve better wireless coverage. This detachable antenna design is rare in home routers.
The front design of the router is divided into three parts, the middle part is decorated with black mirror surface, and the two sides are made of black matte material, which is easy to be contaminated with fingerprints. Above is a large area of black metal radiator grille. The central indicator light is arranged vertically, with unique design. The status and interface LED lights are all white, with low brightness and little light pollution at night. Without a physical switch to control the LED light, the LED light can be turned off in the background. There is also a separate WIFI switch and WPS button. The front design is very textured, and the overall texture reflects the style of high-end routers.
A large hole is designed at the bottom, which can clearly see the motherboard inside and increase the air circulation efficiency. The height of the four matched pads is about 3 mm.. High padding can make more space under the router and improve the heat dissipation efficiency of the air inlet below. At the same time, there is a hanging hole at the bottom, so this router can be hung and installed. Meet different installation requirements. Few routers can be hung and installed.
Overview of the back interface. Reset hole, USB 3.0, 4 LAN ports, 1 WAN port, network interface with metal shield, WAN port with independent color recognition (like), power interface, physical power switch (like).
After installing the antenna, the visual effect of this angle is still good.
The first configuration must use www.routerlogin.net to access the back office of the router. After logging in for the first time, I agree to the terms of service.
Actually connected to the internet, indicating that there is no connection. Manual configuration is recommended.
Setting the administrator password requires complexity. Prevent security risks caused by weak passwords.
Questions and answers that must also set 2 system administrator passwords. When you forget the administrator's face, you can get it back. The embodiment of high security.
Automatically find a new version after entering the system. Upgrade first. The firmware version description is introduced in English. Even the Chinese introduction, I haven't read it carefully.
The homepage of background management is as follows. The design logic is clear. Main function menu with clear description.
Under each configuration item, there is a help tip. You can let users know the function of this configuration item. Is a configuration description that can be viewed at any time. This setting is more user-friendly for beginners.
The documents in the upper right corner, online support, router FAQ and other functions will jump to Netgear official website in the United States. The document is very rich, but there are no Chinese pages at present.
For WAN port, you can customize the MAC address, which can cope with some operators' restrictions on MAC and other special scenarios.
For products sold in China, the wireless area is locked to China and cannot be changed.
AX is turned on by default and supports WIFI6. 2.4G and 5G wireless need to turn on OFDMA respectively. After being turned on, the wireless experience under multiple terminals can be improved.
Dual-frequency integration, the configuration of netware is smart connnet, which means dual-frequency integration.
2.4G wireless setting. By default, 20/40MHz*** memory is turned on, and the mode only displays the wireless rate. There are three options for wireless rate 54/289/600. The wireless transmission power can be adjusted. The transmission power is 25/50/75/ 100, and four gears are optional.
The setting of 5G wireless and the number of channels are related to the selected wireless rate. Before selecting a channel, you must select the maximum rate in the mode. The channels are all wireless channels allowed in China. The wireless rate of 5G is 600/ 1200/2400/4800, and there are four rate modes to choose from.
Looking at the connected terminals, you can display four attributes: wireless fidelity, device name, IP address, MAC address and terminal connection.
The default release date of dynamic QOS and performance optimization database is 20 19/08/26. After selecting Update, the latest version is displayed. There may be version updates in the future. Mainly to automatically identify the application type, so that high-priority applications can be forwarded first. A function that is rarely used. It will not increase the total bandwidth, but it will significantly increase the load on the CPU. Generally, this function is rarely turned on on the router, and the side effects are relatively large.
Enjoy USB storage * * *, you can connect a U disk or a mobile hard disk, and support simple file * * * enjoyment function.
The default is password-free access, which can be set as administrator access.
Under the wired network, the speed of reading data from the mobile hard disk is about 100MB/s/s, which can run all gigabit.
Guest network settings. Set up independent visitors, isolated from the intranet, to ensure the data security of the intranet.
In the advanced settings, you can set more functions, such as setting the working mode, bridging mode and AP mode of the router. MU-MIMO needs to be turned on separately, which is disabled by default.
DDNS setting, supporting 4 DDNS service providers.
VPN service, set the router as its own VPN server and use openVPN service. Need to access the intranet, very convenient.
Support IPV6 function, and small partners in need can open it.
Modifying the device will take effect in about 30 seconds, and some settings need to restart the router.
LED lighting can be turned on and off in the background. I think it's better to turn on the light, which can intuitively understand the working state of the router.
VLAN setting can meet the requirements of IPTV under single-wire multiplexing. Save a switch with network management function.
Search Nighthawk on IOS and manage the router through this APP. Android download is not smooth, only google Play store has it, but domestic stores can't download it.
The first time you open the APP, you need to register a Netware account, and the password prompt is in English. After registration, an English email from Netware will be sent to your mailbox, and you need to confirm it again. When you register a Netware account, you complete the registration of the router product.
APP can make basic router settings, mainly to view system information. After configuring the router, it is most convenient to log in to the background configuration with a browser.
IPhone 12 supports AX 2*2 80Hz, and the highest negotiation speed is 1200Mbps.
Beijing telecom 200M broadband.
The router is placed in the living room, which can basically cover the room of 100 square meter. Two walls are the limit, and the bathroom signal is weak. Only 256Mbps can be negotiated, and the test speed is the lowest.
The network component RAX50 adopts the scheme of Broadcom BCM6750, with excellent hardware workmanship, long working hours and low overall temperature. Strong wireless signal and wide coverage. Firmware performance is average, and friends with strong hands-on ability can brush into Merlin firmware.
At present, the common terminal on the market is 2x2 MIMO. In the case of supporting WIFI6, if supporting 80MHz, the maximum negotiation is 1200Mbps. If 160MHz is supported, 2.4Gbps can be negotiated. 2.4Gbps is basically the highest speed of the terminal or wireless network card at present.
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Even at 1x 1 MIMIO 80MHz, WiFi6 can be upgraded from 433Mbps to 60 1Mbps. For some devices with few antennas, WIFI6 can also improve the speed.
No matter what terminal it is, it can be improved in a router that supports WIFI6. WIFI6 routers are also the mainstream of home routers.
Many friends choose the router and refresh it to Meilin, which is also a big demand. Merlin can provide rich configuration functions, plug-in centers and so on. Because the firmware is made by netizens and updated frequently, those who like new features can toss it around.
For RAX50 of Netware, Koolshare already has the transplanted Merlin firmware available.
Firmware download address:/koolshare _ rmerl _ new _ gen _ 386/netgear/rax50/
Updating firmware tutorial:/thread-195164-1-1.html.
The simple process of refreshing Merlin firmware is as follows:
In the background of Netware official website firmware, Advanced >; Manage > router upgrade, upload the firmware with the suffix chk. Upgrade from Netgear to Merlin firmware.
The system automatically detects the new firmware, prompts to upgrade, and selects to upgrade the firmware.
After the router is restarted, visit, connect to the LAN port of the router through the network cable, and use the browser to visit http:/192.168.50.1.
Set the wireless name, administrator user name and password of the router.
First restore the factory settings.
Format JFFS2 partition
After these two operations are completed, you can install and configure the plug-in in the plug-in center normally.
If you want to use Netware firmware, it is also very simple. You just need to upload the firmware of Netware in Merlin's background. After uploading the firmware, the router restarts and the firmware of Netware is updated. After the netware firmware is updated, it can be configured according to the operation method of netware firmware.