NETGEAR AX1800 EAX20 - WiFi Mesh Extender, Black

The NETGEAR AX1800 4-Stream WiFi 6 Mesh Extender (EAX20) extends an existing wireless signal to reduce coverage gaps. It uses the Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) standard to reach theoretical speeds of 1800 Mbps. Dual-band support allows the unit to operate on both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz frequencies at once. The 5 GHz band handles high-bandwidth tasks at speeds up to 1200 Mbps, while the 2.4 GHz band supports standard browsing. 1024-QAM modulation improves efficiency, allowing for higher throughput than older standards. As a mesh extender, the EAX20 maintains a single network name throughout a property, ensuring connected devices keep their connection when moving between coverage zones.

The extender has two internal antennas designed to broadcast signals across rooms or floor levels. Four Gigabit Ethernet ports (10/100/1000 Mbps) provide wired connections for stationary devices such as gaming consoles, smart TVs, or desktop computers. You can set up the device via a web browser or the mobile app. A WPS button allows for a direct wireless link to your router without manual password entry. Network security is maintained through 128-bit AES encryption and WPA-PSK protocols. The unit weighs 504.5 grams and has a black finish, intended for placement on a desk or shelf near a power outlet.

• Four Gigabit Ethernet ports (10/100/1000 Mbps) — establish high-speed wired connections for devices like media streamers and PCs.
• Dual-band 802.11ax technology — use both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz frequencies for a combined theoretical throughput of 1.8 Gbps.
• Beamforming technology — improve signal reliability by focusing the wireless transmission toward connected devices.
• 1024-QAM support — increase data throughput by approximately 25% over 256-QAM for more efficient wireless communication.
• WPS push-button pairing — sync the extender with an existing router for simplified network integration.
• Web-based management — configure settings and monitor network status through browsers including Firefox, Safari, and Google Chrome.
• MIMO capability — handle multiple data streams simultaneously to maintain performance across several connected smartphones and tablets.