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Netgear Netgear Nighthawk R7900P

- The Netgear Nighthawk R7900P is a high-performance wireless router that provides fast and reliable internet connectivity for homes and small businesses.

Netgear Netgear Nighthawk R7900P

Specifications

OS
NETGEAR firmware
CPU
1.8 GHz dual-core
LAN
Gigabit Ethernet
QoS
Yes
RAM
512 MB
USB
1x USB 3.0, 1x USB 2.0
WAN
Gigabit Ethernet

Potential Threats

No known vulnerabilities found for this device.
Change the default admin password and login URL. Disable WPS and remote management. Enable WPA3 if supported.

Default IP

192.168.1.1

Default admin panel address for Netgear Netgear Nighthawk R7900P

Default Credentials — Netgear Netgear Nighthawk R7900P

Username Password Access Type Protocol Port Notes
web HTTP 80
web HTTPS 443

FAQ

What is the default password for Netgear Netgear Nighthawk R7900P?

The most common default credentials for Netgear Netgear Nighthawk R7900P are listed in the table above. Always change these immediately after setup.

What is the default username for Netgear Netgear Nighthawk R7900P?

The default username for Netgear Netgear Nighthawk R7900P is typically "admin". The full list of default credentials including username, password, access type and port is shown in the table on this page.

How do I change the password on Netgear Netgear Nighthawk R7900P?

Log in to the admin panel using the default credentials listed above. Navigate to Administration → Password or System → Account settings. Enter the current password and set a new strong password. Save the changes.

How do I reset Netgear Netgear Nighthawk R7900P to factory defaults?

Locate the Reset button (usually a small pinhole on the back/bottom of the device). Hold it for 10-30 seconds while powered on until the LEDs flash. The device will reboot with default settings.

Is it safe to leave default credentials unchanged?

No. Default credentials are publicly known and frequently exploited by automated scanners. Change the admin password immediately after first login.

What IP address do I use to log in to Netgear Netgear Nighthawk R7900P?

The default admin login address for Netgear Netgear Nighthawk R7900P is shown in the "Default IP" field above. Most routers use 192.168.1.1 or 192.168.0.1. Open a browser on a device connected to the router and navigate to that IP.

How do I change the Wi-Fi password on Netgear Netgear Nighthawk R7900P?

Log in to the router admin panel at the default IP address. Go to Wireless or Wi-Fi settings. Find the WPA2/WPA3 passphrase field and update it. Save and reconnect your devices.

How do I secure Netgear Netgear Nighthawk R7900P after setup?

Change the default admin password and Wi-Fi password immediately. Disable WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) — it is vulnerable to brute-force attacks. Enable WPA3 encryption if supported. Turn off remote management unless needed. Keep firmware updated.

Does Netgear Netgear Nighthawk R7900P have known security vulnerabilities?

No CVE vulnerabilities have been linked to Netgear Netgear Nighthawk R7900P in our database. This may mean the device has a good security record, or that vulnerabilities exist but have not been officially assigned CVE identifiers.

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