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US version MR6550-100PAS

Radio bands:
2.4, 5, 6 GHz
Ethernet:
1× 2.5 GbE

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Model: MR6550-100PAS

US unlocked version with 5G mmWave and sub-6 support.

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Included essentials:
Mobile router with battery, quick start guide, warranty card, USB-C cable, AC adapter

Important limit: No fixed-line fallback: it is cellular only, and real speeds depend entirely on local 5G coverage

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Specifications checked November 5, 2026. Full product details

The fast port is only the start.

Your wired pathPort roles matter

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Ethernet socket map1 sockets

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Allocation rule: reserve the fastest WAN-capable RJ45 socket for internet, then assign the fastest remaining LAN sockets. Shared ports serve one role at a time.

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Netgear MR6550-100PAS

  1. InternetWAN input
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  3. Your PCLAN output

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NETGEAR Nighthawk M6 Pro 5G mmWave Mobile Router (MR6550) (MR6550-100PAS)

US version MR6550-100PAS

Recorded model: MR6550-100PAS

Specifications checked 2026-11-05.

Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 6E (AXE3600 class), tri-band 2.4, 5 and 6 GHz; NETGEAR says the 6 GHz band works only indoors with the power adapter plugged in
Ethernet
1x 2.5 GbE port; also usable as a wired connection to a router or laptop
Antenna ports
2x TS-9 RF ports for external 5G antennas (sold separately)

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Connections, size and package

Ports and outputs

Radio bands: 2.4, 5, 6 GHz

Ethernet
1x 2.5 GbE port; also usable as a wired connection to a router or laptop

Size and placement

Dimensions
105 x 105 x 21.5 mm (4.14 x 4.14 x 0.85 in)
Weight
256 g (0.56 lb) with battery

In the box

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Mobile router with battery, quick start guide, warranty card, USB-C cable, AC adapter

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Manufacturer specifications

NETGEAR Nighthawk M6 Pro 5G mmWave Mobile Router (MR6550) (MR6550-100PAS)

A portable 5G mmWave mobile hotspot router with Wi-Fi 6E, a 2.5 GbE port and a battery, for internet where there is no fixed line.

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  • Nighthawk M6 Pro (MR6550-100PAS)

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    Model: MR6550-100PAS

    What differs
    US unlocked version with 5G mmWave and sub-6 support.
    Best for
    Travel internet and temporary sites in North America.

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Watch out

  • Nighthawk M6 (MR6150) is the non-Pro model without mmWave and with a 1 GbE port.
  • The maker sells a version without a battery bundle in some regions; confirm the battery is included.

Why people pick it

  • 5G mmWave support where carriers offer it, for speeds no fixed-line plan matches in theory
  • 2.5 GbE port and USB-C tethering, so a desktop or a whole router can share the connection
  • Removable battery and external TS-9 antenna ports for weak-signal areas
  • Unlocked for AT&T, T-Mobile and Verizon plus roaming in over 125 countries

Know before you buy

  • No fixed-line fallback: it is cellular only, and real speeds depend entirely on local 5G coverage
  • 6 GHz Wi-Fi needs the power adapter plugged in and is restricted to indoor use
  • Small 1,000 sq ft coverage on battery alone
  • Touchscreen setup only: no web interface for configuration

Full specifications

Wi-FiWi-Fi 6E (AXE3600 class), tri-band 2.4, 5 and 6 GHz; NETGEAR says the 6 GHz band works only indoors with the power adapter plugged in
Speed class (maker)AXE3600: 5/6 GHz 2900 Mbps plus 2.4 GHz 700 Mbps added together (theoretical maximum, not real-world speed)
5G cellular5G mmWave (8CC, n260/n261) and 5G sub-6 (3CC); 4G LTE CAT20 fallback. Qualcomm Snapdragon X65 modem
5G speeds (maker claim)Up to 8 Gbps where mmWave is available, up to 4 Gbps elsewhere
Ethernet1x 2.5 GbE port; also usable as a wired connection to a router or laptop
USB1x USB-C, usable as a wired connection with speeds up to 5 Gbps
Antenna ports2x TS-9 RF ports for external 5G antennas (sold separately)
Devices (maker claim)Up to 32 connected at once
Coverage (maker claim)Up to 1,000 sq ft on battery; up to 2,000 sq ft with wall power
BatteryRemovable 5040 mAh Li-ion, about 10 hours (varies with network and settings)
Screen2.8 in LCD touchscreen for setup and status
CarriersUnlocked and certified with AT&T, T-Mobile and Verizon; compatible with major Canadian carriers; international roaming in over 125 countries
Dimensions105 x 105 x 21.5 mm (4.14 x 4.14 x 0.85 in)
Weight256 g (0.56 lb) with battery
In the boxMobile router with battery, quick start guide, warranty card, USB-C cable, AC adapter
WarrantyLimited warranty, valid only if bought from an authorized reseller

From manufacturer documentation, checked November 5, 2026. Spotted an error? Tell us.

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