To set up your Netgear Nighthawk router, start by unboxing the router and connecting it to your modem using an Ethernet cable. Power on the router and wait for the lights to stabilize. Next, connect to the router’s network via Wi-Fi or another Ethernet cable. Open a web browser and enter "www.routerlogin.net" to access the Netgear installation wizard. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup, including setting your Wi-Fi name and password. For detailed steps on the setup Nighthawk router process, you can consult the user manual or the Netgear support website for assistance and additional resources.