How To Install Wifi Router Netgear

How do I set up and install my NETGEAR router?

Was this article helpful? Yes No | 17 people found this helpful in last 30 days

Guided Assistance helps troubleshoot the issue you are having with your NETGEAR device by asking you questions.

The Nighthawk app is the easiest way to set up your NETGEAR router. You can also use the Nighthawk app to view the devices on your network, run speed tests, and manage your WiFi settings.

To see if your product supports the Nighthawk app, see Which products support the NETGEAR Nighthawk app?.

Note: If your product is not supported or if you prefer to install your router using a computer, see the following knowledge base topic: How do I set up my NETGEAR router using the router web interface?.

To set up and install your NETGEAR Nighthawk router using the NETGEAR Nighthawk app:

Download the Nighthawk app.
Attach the provided antennas (if any) and connect your modem to the Internet port on your router.
Power on your router.
Wait for the WiFi LED to light.
Look on the router label for your router's WiFi network name (SSID) and network key (password).
The label is on the back or bottom of your router.
On your iOS or Android mobile device, tapSettings > Wi-Fi.
Connect your mobile device to the network that is listed on your router's label and enter the password.
Note: If you encounter any errors while attempting to connect to your router, see the following articles for troubleshooting information:

How do I turn off mobile data on my smartphone if I get an error during installation?
I'm getting an Internet not connected error when I try to install my NETGEAR router using the Nighthawk app; what do I do?
I'm getting a router not found error when I try to install my NETGEAR router using the Nighthawk app; what do I do?
8. Launch the NETGEAR Nighthawk app on your mobile device.
9. Follow the instructions in the Nighthawk app to install your router and connect to the Internet.
Note: If you have trouble connecting your mobile device to your router's network, try power cycling your router. After power cycling your router, repeat Steps 4-8. For more information, see How do I power cycle my home network?.

For a visual guide to installing your router, see the following video:

For more information:

I'm having trouble installing my NETGEAR router; what do I do?
How do I set up my Nighthawk Pro Gaming Router?
How do I update my Nighthawk router's firmware using the Nighthawk app?
How do I change my WiFi network name and password using the Nighthawk app?

Last Updated:09/17/2021 | Article ID: 119

Was this article helpful?

Yes No

This article applies to:

Wireless AC Router Nighthawk (35)
- AC2100
- AC2400
- AC2600
- R6260
- R6350
- R6700
- R6700v2
- R6700v3
- R6800
- R6850
- R6900
- R6900P
- R6900v2
- R7000
- R7000P
- R7100LG
- R7200
- R7300DST
- R7350
- R7400
- R7450
- R7500
- R7500v2
- R7800
- R7850
- R7900
- R7900P
- R7960P
- R8000
- R8000P
- R8300
- R8500
- R8900
- R9000
- RS400
Wireless AX Router Nighthawk (WiFi 6) (24)
- R6700AX
- RAX120
- RAX120v2
- RAX15
- RAX20
- RAX200
- RAX28
- RAX29
- RAX30
- RAX35
- RAX35v2
- RAX38
- RAX38v2
- RAX40
- RAX40v2
- RAX41
- RAX45
- RAX48
- RAX50
- RAX50S
- RAX75
- RAX78
- RAX80
- RAXE500
Cable Gateway AX (3)
- CAX30
- CAX30S
- CAX80
Wireless AC Router (21)
- AC1450
- JR6100
- JR6150
- R6020
- R6050
- R6080
- R6100
- R6120
- R6200
- R6200v2
- R6220
- R6220v2
- R6230
- R6250
- R6250v2
- R6300-2CHNAS
- R6300v1
- R6300v2
- R6330
- R6400
- R6400v2
Nighthawk Pro Gaming (10)
- XR1000
- XR1000-1RNNAS (ENTOUCH)
- XR1000-1RNNAS (GRANDE)
- XR1000-1RNNAS (RCN)
- XR1000-1RNNAS (WAVE)
- XR300
- XR450
- XR500
- XR700
- XRM570
Wireless N Router (72)
- CENTRIA (WNDR4700/4720)
- JNDR3000
- JNR1010
- JNR1010v2
- JNR3000
- JNR3210
- JNR3300
- JWNR2000-4EMRUS
- JWNR2000T
- JWNR2000Tv3
- JWNR2000v1
- JWNR2000v2
- JWNR2000v3
- JWNR2000v5
- JWNR2010
- JWNR2010v3
- JWNR2010v5
- R2000
- R4500
- WNDR3300v1
- WNDR3300v2
- WNDR3400-1CANAS
- WNDR3400v1
- WNDR3400v2
- WNDR3400v3
- WNDR3600v3
- WNDR3700v1
- WNDR3700v2
- WNDR3700v3
- WNDR3700v4
- WNDR3700v5
- WNDR37AVv1
- WNDR37AVv2
- WNDR3800
- WNDR4000
- WNDR4300
- WNDR4300v2
- WNDR4500
- WNDR4500v2
- WNDR4500v3
- WNDRMACv1
- WNDRMACv2
- WNR1000-2VCNAS
- WNR1000v1
- WNR1000v2
- WNR1000v3
- WNR1000v4
- WNR1500
- WNR2000-3XFNAS
- WNR2000UPPE
- WNR2000v1
- WNR2000v2
- WNR2000v3
- WNR2000v4
- WNR2000v5
- WNR2020
- WNR2020v2
- WNR2050
- WNR2200
- WNR2500
- WNR3500CEIF
- WNR3500Lv1
- WNR3500Lv2
- WNR3500v1
- WNR3500v2
- WNR500
- WNR612
- WNR612-2EMRUS
- WNR612v2
- WNR612v3
- WNR614
- WNR618
Wireless G Router (35)
- JWAGR614
- KWGR614
- WAGR614
- WGB511
- WGM124
- WGR101
- WGR612
- WGR613V
- WGR614-7VCNAS
- WGR614-8CONAS
- WGR614-9UMGRS
- WGR614A
- WGR614B
- WGR614L
- WGR614v1
- WGR614v10
- WGR614v2
- WGR614v3
- WGR614v4
- WGR614v5
- WGR614v6
- WGR614v7
- WGR614v8
- WGR614v9
- WGR615V
- WGR826V
- WGT624SC
- WGT624SCv3
- WGT624v1
- WGT624v2
- WGT624v3
- WGT624v3RV
- WGT624v4
- WGT634U
- WGU624

How to Find Your Model Number

Looking for more about your product?

Get information, documentation, videos and more for your specific product.

Need to Contact Support?

With NETGEAR's round-the-clock premium support, help is just a phone call away.

Complimentary Support

NETGEAR provides complimentary technical support for NETGEAR products for 90 days from the original date of purchase.

Contact Support

NETGEAR Premium Support

GearHead Support for Home Users

GearHead Support is a technical support service for NETGEAR devices and all other connected devices in your home. Advanced remote support tools are used to fix issues on any of your devices. The service includes support for the following:

Desktop and Notebook PCs, Wired and Wireless Routers, Modems, Printers, Scanners, Fax Machines, USB devices and Sound Cards
Windows Operating Systems (2000, XP or Vista), MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Adobe Acrobat
Anti-virus and Anti-Spyware: McAfee, Norton, AVG, eTrust and BitDefender

Learn More

ProSUPPORT Services for Business Users

NETGEAR ProSUPPORT services are available to supplement your technical support and warranty entitlements. NETGEAR offers a variety of ProSUPPORT services that allow you to access NETGEAR's expertise in a way that best meets your needs:

Product Installation
Professional Wireless Site Survey
Defective Drive Retention (DDR) Service

Learn More