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asolepascual's avatar
asolepascual
Aspirant
Apr 06, 2021

Nighthawk M1 or M2 extern supply

Can the Nighthawk M2 or M1 work without an inserted battery and as a fixed router? In other words, operate connected only to the power supply.
Thank you.

2 Replies

  • michaelkenward's avatar
    michaelkenward
    Guru
    Apr 12, 2021

    Visit the support pages:

    Support | NETGEAR

    Feed in your model number and check the documentation for your hardware.

    The manual for the MR2100 says:

     

    Your mobile router can receive power from any of the following sources:

    • Rechargeable battery included with the mobile router
    • Wall socket using the AC adapter and USB cable
    • USB port on your computer

     

    I leave it to you to read the other manuals.

     

     

  • Transfluxor's avatar
    Transfluxor
    Apprentice
    Apr 12, 2021

    The M2 works without a battery for sure. But there were reviews that the complete 9V 1.67A power adapter is not sufficient for intensive LTE and Wi-Fi operation. I bought Xiaomi Mi ZMI USB-A 18W QC 3.0 Fast Charge EU (HA612 Black) 9V 2A, I use both a charger and a power supply without a battery. Three months have passed and no complaints. But perhaps in your case the complete adapter will be enough.