Highlights
Key Specs
Wi-Fi Speed1.8 gigabits per secondWireless StandardAC, AX, NWi-Fi Range1500 square feetForm FactorFreestandingBand TechnologyDualFrequency Band2.4 GHz, 5.0 GHzAntenna TypeInternalNumber of Antennas2Number of LAN Ports4Wireless Networking StandardWi-Fi 6
General
Product NameEAX20 AX1800 Wi-Fi 6 Mesh Desktop Range Extender and Signal BoosterBrandNETGEARModel NumberEAX20-100NASColor CategoryWhite
Network
Wi-Fi Range1500 square feetWired Speed1000 megabits per secondWireless Networking StandardWi-Fi 6Connection TypeWired, Wireless
Features
App CompatibleYesApp NameNighthawk app
Ports
Number Of USB Port(s)1
Compatibility
System Requirements2.4 and/or 5GHz 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax WiFi router or gateway; Microsoft Internet Explorer 8.0, Firefox 20 or Safari 5.1 or Google Chrome 25.0 browsers or high
Security
Security Features802.11i, 128-bit AES encryption with PSK
Dimension
Product Height9.5 inchesProduct Length2.5 inchesProduct Width6.7 inchesProduct Weight1.1 pounds
Warranty
Manufacturer's Warranty - Parts1 yearManufacturer's Warranty - Labor90 days
Other
UPC606449145335
The NETGEAR 4-stream Wi-Fi 6 mesh extender EAX20 is built for the future of Wi-Fi to create a powerful mesh Wi-Fi network for increased coverage to every corner of your home. Experience the power of the latest-generation Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) for dramatically faster Wi-Fi to your smartphones, tablets, computers and so many more devices. Even more capacity plus backward compatibility with your current- and previous-generation routers and devices (Wi-Fi 5, Wi-Fi 4, and earlier-generation Wi-Fi standards) means that you'll enjoy ultrafast Wi-Fi in the farthest corners of your home today and for all your future tech purchases for years to come.
Latest-generation Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) standard
This Nighthawk mesh extender works with your existing Wi-Fi to create a powerful whole-home mesh Wi-Fi.
Ideal for extending coverage to the farthest corner of your home with dramatically faster Wi-Fi to devices, such as your smartphones, tablets, and computers.
Increased Wi-Fi coverage for your smart home
AX1800 Wi-Fi with combined speeds up to 1.8 Gbps (1.2+0.6 Gbps) extends Gigabit speeds throughout your home.
4-stream Wi-Fi
More streams provide more available bandwidth and less congestion for all the devices on your Wi-Fi network.
Mesh Wi-Fi system
Creates a powerful mesh network with a wider range to cover every corner of your home even where your router's Wi-Fi cannot reach. Get better coverage for your outdoor wireless security cameras or your garage.
Works with your existing Wi-Fi router
Compatible with previous-generation Wi-Fi routers (Wi-Fi 5, Wi-Fi 4). Maximum performance with Nighthawk Wi-Fi 6 routers. Easily creates a whole-home mesh Wi-Fi system with your existing router.
Greater capacity for more devices
Orthogonal frequency-division multiple access (OFDMA) substantially improves the network capacity and efficiency.
Facilitates efficient data transmission for more devices
Simultaneously, enables Gigabit Wi-Fi speeds for compatible mobile devices and laptops.¹ Up to 2 times faster than standard 2x2 AC Wi-Fi with 80MHz.
Smart Roaming²
Automatically connects your mobile devices to the best available Wi-Fi for perfect streaming as you move around your house.
One Wi-Fi name
Extend coverage of your home's Wi-Fi with the same Wi-Fi name and security password.
Four Gigabit Ethernet ports
Enjoy Gigabit speeds for excellent gaming and streaming performance to your wired devices.
Multi-user MIMO (MU-MIMO)
Enables simultaneous streaming to multiple devices and improves capacity for wireless connections.
Smart connect
Intelligently selects the optimal Wi-Fi band for every device.
Works with existing Wi-Fi devices
Supports current Wi-Fi devices and is backward compatible with Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), and earlier-generation Wi-Fi standards.
Quad-core processor
Boosts performance for better 4K streaming and lag-free gaming.
High-performance antennas
Two high-performance internal antennas allow for extended Wi-Fi coverage.
USB ports
One USB 3.0 port.
Push-button setup
Plug it in, and with a push of a button, your Nighthawk mesh Wi-Fi is set up in minutes.
Nighthawk app
Set up the extender, and optimize your mesh Wi-Fi network with the Nighthawk app.
Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE 802.11 specifications. Actual data throughput and wireless coverage will vary and may be lowered by network and environmental conditions, including network traffic volume and building construction.
¹ Smart Roaming is designed for devices that support the 802.11k standard.
² Intel® Gigabit Wi-Fi enabled devices.
What's Included
NETGEAR EAX20 AX1800 Wi-Fi 6 Mesh Desktop Range Extender and Signal Booster
Power adapter
Quick start guide
Manuals & Guides
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Q: Questionwhat is the distance will it cover from the wireless network(1 answer)
A: AnswerThis device probably has the best range of any consumer grade Wi-Fi access point/router I have ever used. But, this question cannot really be answered because it depends on so many variables ( whether it is 2.5GHz or 5GHz; whether there is contention for the same bandwidth with other Wi-Fi or consumer electronics; whether the signal is line-of-sight or will have to go through walls, floors and ceilings, etc.; the quality and capabilities of the wireless adapters used to connect to the Wi-Fi, etc.; way too many factors to list. ) But, what I can tell is this... 1) Standing halfway between my AT&T U-Verse Gateway and this Netgear EAX20-100NAS device, with line-of-sight to both devices, this Netgear device has about 12dB higher signal strength on the 2.4GHz spectrum than the AT&T Gateway. 2) Standing on the sidewalk in front of my neighbors house, this Netgear device still has about 5dB better signal strength than my neighbor's Wi-Fi dervice from Comcast. 3) I can see 7 other Wi-Fi's networks from my house, and they appear to all be set to auto select their channels. All 7 of them have chosen to select channels that compete with each other, and not one of them has chosen to overlap with this Netgear. That says alot about the signal strength of this device!Answered by TimL
- A: AnswerYes. I ran about 150 feet of cat6 from my comcast router, underground, out back to my detached garage. Then I hooked this unit up with that car6. It’s awesome. I have 600 download speed in my home and with this unit I have 600 download speed in my detached garage as well. Before buying this extender I thought I was doing great with my old extender. With my old extender, I was only getting a 40 download speed in my detached garage. Plus, the set up of this unit is so simple. Download the app on your phone and it does all the work for you!!
Answered by Timothy
Q: QuestionDoes the Extender have to be directly link to the Router?(2 answers)
A: AnswerBy directly link to router if you mean cabled to router-no. My base router has WiFi and I have the extender downstairs in my kitchen-linked by WiFi to base router just fine.Answered by Ricky
- A: AnswerMake sure that you go to the setup website for the entender and make sure that your extender is connected to WiFi that has a signal of 50% or more. Disconnect the extender and Connect to your regular network and test speeds at Speedtest.net. If your WiFi network is giving you faster WiFi without the extender, it means the extender is not setup correctly. They should have very similar speed as it’s the exact same WiFi from your provider but extender signal.
Answered by Tybreezy
- A: AnswerI configured the extender by using a laptop, this gives me greater access to the extenders configuration functions. Be sure to be close the router you want to connect to: 1) Connect the extender using Cat6 able to a laptop with a Cat port 2) turn on the extender and allow it to power up, once it does, windows should detect it and automatically connect to it. 3) open a web browser, user Firefox/Mozilla or Internet explorer....do not use Chrome 4) Type in either: a) www.mywifiext.net b) 192.168.1.250 5) you'll have options to set up the Extender manually as an extender or Media. Chose extender function 6) follow the prompts and it will guide you thru the steps. Alternative method, but not as good. Download the app ontu your iPhone or android device and configure the extender thru the app. Once your done, CORRECTLY configuring the extender. Move it the location where you want it and power it up and you should have a very strong wifi signal.
Answered by RouterGeek
Q: QuestionCan this extender be placed horizontally instead of vertically as shown?(1 answer)
A: AnswerYes. The base of the extender can be removed using a T-10 hex driver. After removal you can mount it horizontally if you want. I hope this helps.Answered by Darrick
Q: Questionwill this extender work with FIOS home router model G3100? thank you.(2 answers)
A: Answerits an extender it will work with anything that puts out a wi-fi signal.Answered by jkamar
Q: QuestionWill this work with CenturyLink C3000Z modem router?(2 answers)
A: AnswerIt should work with any existing WiFi router.Answered by RogersComputerService
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Rating 4.3 out of 5 stars with 951 reviews
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great WiFi Extender
My router/cable modem - Nighthawk CAX80 provides strong signal, but second floor is having dead sports. This Extender solved this issue. Installation was a breeze and option to connect wired devices is a big plus!
Posted by GregS
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
It works!
Easy setup, affordable, and its works great! Just as advertised my internet signal is stronger in areas of my home that are further away from the modem.
Posted by SFBAYYUNGIN
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Up and running
It's busted my signal through out my home and outside to the pool area.
Posted by FrederickD
