NETGEAR - Nighthawk AX1800 Wi-Fi 6 USB 3.0 Adapter - Black
NETGEAR - Nighthawk AX1800 Wi-Fi 6 USB 3.0 Adapter - Black
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- Key Specs
- Wi-Fi Speed: 1800 megabits per second (The maximum rate at which data is transferred between a network device and wireless router.)
- Wireless Standard: AX, AC, N (The wireless networking protocol used by the device. Each iteration of the protocol is based on the 802.11 standard developed by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) Standards Association. Denoted by letters following 802.11 (802.11a, 802.11ac, etc.), each version, published in alphabetical order, encompasses all previous versions.)
- Adapter Type: Wireless
- Antenna Type: Internal
- USB Generation: USB 3.0 (The specification (generation) of the USB standard. Generations are backwards compatible with previous specifications (provided that those devices have the necessary adapter to accommodate the connection type).)
- Wireless Networking Standard: Wi-Fi 6 (The wireless networking standard used by the device. Each iteration of the standard developed by the Wi-Fi Alliance corresponds to an existing IEEE 802.11 protocol; for example, standard 802.11ac (or AC) is termed Wi-Fi 5. Refers specifically to the standard the device is designed to use, but ultimately determines product interoperability and backward compatibility including previous versions.)
- General
- Brand: NETGEAR
- Model Number: A7500-100PAS
- Product Name: Nighthawk AX1800 Wi-Fi 6 USB 3.0 Adapter
- Color: Black
- Security
- Data Encryption: true
- Encryption Type: WPA3 (The security protocols or certification programs that protect the Wi-Fi network.)
- Network
- Compatible Wireless Standard(s): Wireless-AX, Wireless-AC, Wireless-N, Wireless-A, Wireless-B, Wireless-G (The wireless networking standard(s) the device is backwards compatible with. This includes networking protocols based on the IEEE 802.11 standard (alphabetically ascending) and the Wi-Fi Alliance standard (numerically ascending), both of which provide high-throughput wireless local area networks (WLANs). Devices designed to work with specific standard(s) will be backwards compatible with previous versions but may not run at optimal performance when using earlier iterations.)
- Wireless Networking Standard: Wi-Fi 6 (The wireless networking standard used by the device. Each iteration of the standard developed by the Wi-Fi Alliance corresponds to an existing IEEE 802.11 protocol; for example, standard 802.11ac (or AC) is termed Wi-Fi 5. Refers specifically to the standard the device is designed to use, but ultimately determines product interoperability and backward compatibility including previous versions.)
- Compatibility
- System Requirements: Microsoft Windows 10, 11 (32-/64-bit); USB 3.0 (The software that a product must have for it to be able to integrate with another product.)
- Dimensions
- Product Height: 6.3 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Length: 3.94 inches (The out of box length of the item. Length is measured as the longest dimension of the item.)
- Product Width: 1.73 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Weight: 0.42 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
- Warranty
- Warranty - Parts: 1 year
- Warranty - Labor: 90 Days
- Other
- UPC: 606449170139
Instantly upgrade to faster Wi-Fi 6 technology. This NETGEAR Nighthawk AX1800 Wi-Fi 6 USB 3.0 adapter is engineered to provide faster uploading and downloading, more reliable connections, and smoother streaming to your older Windows 10/11 PCs and notebooks. Experience better overall performance for your HD streaming, video conferences, gaming, work, and online learning. Just plug the adapter into the USB port on your PC or notebook for an easy upgrade. Maximize the signal strength where you need it with the state-of-the-art flexible antenna. Enjoy cutting-edge Wi-Fi security with the advanced WPA3 security protocol. Compatible with any Wi-Fi 5 or Wi-Fi 6 router and works best with the NETGEAR Nighthawk Ecosystem and Orbi mesh products (sold separately). Works with all standard Wi-Fi networks.
- Plug-and-play operation: Instantly boost the speed performance of your older Windows PCs and notebooks to Wi-Fi 6 technology. Simply plug the dongle into your desktop or laptop. No network card or ISP plan required.
- Wi-Fi 6 technology: Fast AX1800 Wi-Fi 6 speeds, up to 1.8 Gbps, for faster and more reliable connections for HD streaming, videoconferencing, gaming, work, and online learning.
- Flexible antenna: Allows you to find the strongest Wi-Fi signal and the best coverage.
- System requirements: Compatible with any Wi-Fi 6 or Wi-Fi 5 router or mesh system. Requires Microsoft Windows 10 or 11 (32-/64-bit).
- Advanced security standard: Supports WPA3 with an advanced Wi-Fi security protocol.
Whats Included
- NETGEAR Nighthawk AX1800 Wi-Fi 6 USB 3.0 Adapter
Q: Which Wi-Fi security standard does this adapter support?
A: This adapter supports WPA3, an advanced Wi-Fi security protocol.
Q: What is the maximum Wi-Fi speed this adapter can achieve?
A: This adapter offers fast AX1800 Wi-Fi 6 speeds, reaching up to 1.8 Gbps.
Q: Does this adapter work with older routers, or is it only compatible with Wi-Fi 6?
A: The adapter is compatible with both Wi-Fi 6 and Wi-Fi 5 routers.
Q: What does plug-and-play operation mean for this adapter?
A: Plug-and-play means you can simply plug the adapter into your desktop or laptop for an instant speed boost. No network card or ISP plan is required.
Q: How does the flexible antenna on this adapter help?
A: The flexible antenna allows you to position it for the strongest Wi-Fi signal and best coverage.
Q: What is the range for this device?
A: I am using mine at about 50ft. from my router and I am not having any problems with getting a good signal.
Q: Will this help a Smart TV with streaming lag issues
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Q: Will this work with Linux OS?
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Reviews
Customers are saying
Customers highly value the Nighthawk AX1800 Wi-Fi 6 USB 3.0 Adapter for its overall performance, ease of use, and simple setup. Many customers have noted that the adapter has resolved connectivity issues and provided a significant speed increase. The adapter is also praised for its range and signal strength.
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| Overall Performance, Speed, Connectivity, Ease of use, Setup | Speed, Overall Performance, Ease of use, Connectivity, Range | There were no pros for this product— | Connectivity, Overall Performance, Speed, Design, Ease of Use |
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| There were no cons for this product— | Lag, Size, Price, Compatibility | There were no cons for this product— | There were no cons for this product— |
