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... increased speeds, coverage, and capacity, you can feel confident that you can now add more throughput than designs based on your current NETGEAR Insight managed switches, WiFi access points and network storage, and is a high performance WiFi 6 access point, ideal residential and commercial ... devices, with previous generation WiFi devices (WiFi 5 802.11ac for years to be a challenge, namely, supporting a large number of 7 The WAX618 supports the next generation WiFi 6 smart phones, IoT devices, and notebook computers. Rather, it is based on WiFi 6 Release 2 technology, featuring...
... increased speeds, coverage, and capacity, you can feel confident that you can now add more throughput than designs based on your current NETGEAR Insight managed switches, WiFi access points and network storage, and is a high performance WiFi 6 access point, ideal residential and commercial ... devices, with previous generation WiFi devices (WiFi 5 802.11ac for years to be a challenge, namely, supporting a large number of 7 The WAX618 supports the next generation WiFi 6 smart phones, IoT devices, and notebook computers. Rather, it is based on WiFi 6 Release 2 technology, featuring...
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...supported • Enterprise security and Enhanced Open security, such as up to 3Gbps • Instant WiFi Mesh forming wireless backhaul with other WAX618, WAX628, or WAX638E units to form a WiFi mesh network • 160MHz channelization on both 5GHz and 2.4GHz bands. (Backward ...the same channel thus improving bandwidth efficiency and reducing latency • 2.5GbE port, backward compatible with 100/1000Mbps Ethernet, supported by NETGEAR GSM4210P, MS510TXPP and other multi-gig Ethernet switches • Target Wake Time (TWT) allows more efficient power usage resulting in longer...
...supported • Enterprise security and Enhanced Open security, such as up to 3Gbps • Instant WiFi Mesh forming wireless backhaul with other WAX618, WAX628, or WAX638E units to form a WiFi mesh network • 160MHz channelization on both 5GHz and 2.4GHz bands. (Backward ...the same channel thus improving bandwidth efficiency and reducing latency • 2.5GbE port, backward compatible with 100/1000Mbps Ethernet, supported by NETGEAR GSM4210P, MS510TXPP and other multi-gig Ethernet switches • Target Wake Time (TWT) allows more efficient power usage resulting in longer...
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Data Sheet | WAX618 Insight Managed WiFi 6 AX3000 Dual-Band Multi-Gig PoE Wireless Access Point Example Application WAX618 Deployment Scenario WAX618 PoE+ LAN port on the access point Connects to Insight Managed or other NETGEAR GigE or MultiGig switch Laptop PC, Tablet and Smartphone Connects to Cable/DSL modem Connects to desktop PC Printer and Surveillance Camera PAGE 4 of 7
Data Sheet | WAX618 Insight Managed WiFi 6 AX3000 Dual-Band Multi-Gig PoE Wireless Access Point Example Application WAX618 Deployment Scenario WAX618 PoE+ LAN port on the access point Connects to Insight Managed or other NETGEAR GigE or MultiGig switch Laptop PC, Tablet and Smartphone Connects to Cable/DSL modem Connects to desktop PC Printer and Surveillance Camera PAGE 4 of 7
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Data Sheet | WAX618 Insight Managed WiFi 6 AX3000 Dual-Band Multi-Gig PoE Wireless Access Point Technical Specifications Standards IEEE 802.11ax WiFi 6 standard WMM Wireless Multimedia Prioritization WDS ...; (WPA, WPA2, WPA3) WPA2 and WPA3 Enterprise Wireless access control to identify authorized wireless network devices MAC address authentication Network Management NETGEAR Insight App Advanced Wireless Wireless Distribution System (WDS) WAX618 Yes Yes Yes Yes, approximately 60% of sale Four (4): Power and cloud connection; plug is localized to country of full throughput...
Data Sheet | WAX618 Insight Managed WiFi 6 AX3000 Dual-Band Multi-Gig PoE Wireless Access Point Technical Specifications Standards IEEE 802.11ax WiFi 6 standard WMM Wireless Multimedia Prioritization WDS ...; (WPA, WPA2, WPA3) WPA2 and WPA3 Enterprise Wireless access control to identify authorized wireless network devices MAC address authentication Network Management NETGEAR Insight App Advanced Wireless Wireless Distribution System (WDS) WAX618 Yes Yes Yes Yes, approximately 60% of sale Four (4): Power and cloud connection; plug is localized to country of full throughput...
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... (online, phone) ProSUPPORT OnCall 24x7 Service Packs (This NETGEAR product comes with 4 years of Insight remote management subscription and 4 years of our ProSupport OnCall 24x7 Service Pack.**) WAX618 WAX618 Insight managed wireless access point Wall/ceiling mount kit Installation ... PMB0312-10000S, 1 year PMB0332-10000S, 3 years PMB0352-10000S, 5 years Ordering Information WAX618-111APS Asia Pacific WAX618-111EUS Europe WAX618-111NAS US Compatible Power Adapters from a NETGEAR authorized reseller, and covers unmodified hardware, fans and internal power supplies - not software or...
... (online, phone) ProSUPPORT OnCall 24x7 Service Packs (This NETGEAR product comes with 4 years of Insight remote management subscription and 4 years of our ProSupport OnCall 24x7 Service Pack.**) WAX618 WAX618 Insight managed wireless access point Wall/ceiling mount kit Installation ... PMB0312-10000S, 1 year PMB0332-10000S, 3 years PMB0352-10000S, 5 years Ordering Information WAX618-111APS Asia Pacific WAX618-111EUS Europe WAX618-111NAS US Compatible Power Adapters from a NETGEAR authorized reseller, and covers unmodified hardware, fans and internal power supplies - not software or...
Installation Guide
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... WLAN LED 4 5 GHz WLAN LED 5 DC power connector 6 LAN PoE+ port 7 Reset button CAUTION: Terms of 2.5 Gbps. WAX618 Sample connections for a NETGEAR Insight setup 2.5 Gbps PoE+ switch Insight cloud Router Internet WiFi clients with Internet connectivity. Solid blue: The AP functions in progress. Onboard... you want to use bulk upload to the network location. Onboard via the NETGEAR Insight app 1. NOTE: Insight Pro users can take up the WAX618 access point (AP) by visiting netgear.com/support/download. 2. After Insight verifies that the AP is sharedsecret. 2....
... WLAN LED 4 5 GHz WLAN LED 5 DC power connector 6 LAN PoE+ port 7 Reset button CAUTION: Terms of 2.5 Gbps. WAX618 Sample connections for a NETGEAR Insight setup 2.5 Gbps PoE+ switch Insight cloud Router Internet WiFi clients with Internet connectivity. Solid blue: The AP functions in progress. Onboard... you want to use bulk upload to the network location. Onboard via the NETGEAR Insight app 1. NOTE: Insight Pro users can take up the WAX618 access point (AP) by visiting netgear.com/support/download. 2. After Insight verifies that the AP is sharedsecret. 2....
User Manual
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Plumeria Drive San Jose, CA 95134, USA User Manual Insight Managed WiFi 6 AX3000 Access Point WAX618 January 2023 202-12641-02 NETGEAR, Inc. 350 E.
Plumeria Drive San Jose, CA 95134, USA User Manual Insight Managed WiFi 6 AX3000 Access Point WAX618 January 2023 202-12641-02 NETGEAR, Inc. 350 E.
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... do not agree, return the device to your place of this device, you can also check out our NETGEAR Community for intra building connection only. Do not use the device indoors. The PoE source is sold in ...Canada, vous pouvez accéder à ce document en français canadien à https://www.netgear.com/support/download/. (If this device outdoors. Revision History Publication Part Publish Date Number 202-12641-02 January... the power supply. Insight Managed WiFi 6 AX3000 Access Point Model WAX618 Support and Community Visit netgear.com/support to get your return period.
... do not agree, return the device to your place of this device, you can also check out our NETGEAR Community for intra building connection only. Do not use the device indoors. The PoE source is sold in ...Canada, vous pouvez accéder à ce document en français canadien à https://www.netgear.com/support/download/. (If this device outdoors. Revision History Publication Part Publish Date Number 202-12641-02 January... the power supply. Insight Managed WiFi 6 AX3000 Access Point Model WAX618 Support and Community Visit netgear.com/support to get your return period.
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Insight Managed WiFi 6 AX3000 Access Point Model WAX618 Connect the access point as a node to a root using the Cloud Portal...49 Install the NETGEAR Insight app to manage an Insight Instant Mesh WiFi network 52 Connect the access point as a node to a root using the Insight app...53 Chapter 5 ...
Insight Managed WiFi 6 AX3000 Access Point Model WAX618 Connect the access point as a node to a root using the Cloud Portal...49 Install the NETGEAR Insight app to manage an Insight Instant Mesh WiFi network 52 Connect the access point as a node to a root using the Insight app...53 Chapter 5 ...
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Insight Managed WiFi 6 AX3000 Access Point Model WAX618 Remove a user account 115 Manage local MAC access control lists 116 Manually set up a MAC access control List 117 Import an existing MAC access control ... gateway and add a policy 146 Change or remove a multicast DNS policy 147 Chapter 10 Manage and Maintain the Access Point Change the management mode to NETGEAR Insight or Web-browser 150 Change the country or region of operation 152 Change the admin user account password 153 Change the system name 154...
Insight Managed WiFi 6 AX3000 Access Point Model WAX618 Remove a user account 115 Manage local MAC access control lists 116 Manually set up a MAC access control List 117 Import an existing MAC access control ... gateway and add a policy 146 Change or remove a multicast DNS policy 147 Chapter 10 Manage and Maintain the Access Point Change the management mode to NETGEAR Insight or Web-browser 150 Change the country or region of operation 152 Change the admin user account password 153 Change the system name 154...
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Insight Managed WiFi 6 AX3000 Access Point Model WAX618 Chapter 15 Diagnostics and Troubleshooting Perform a ping test 231 Capture WiFi and Ethernet packets 232 Quick tips for WiFi troubleshooting 235 Troubleshoot with the LEDs ... The access point functions as a PoE PD and the Power/Cloud LED remains solid amber 238 Power/Cloud LED does not light blue in the NETGEAR Insight management mode 239 Power/Cloud LED does not stop blinking amber, green, and blue 240 2.4G or 5G WLAN LED is off 240 The...
Insight Managed WiFi 6 AX3000 Access Point Model WAX618 Chapter 15 Diagnostics and Troubleshooting Perform a ping test 231 Capture WiFi and Ethernet packets 232 Quick tips for WiFi troubleshooting 235 Troubleshoot with the LEDs ... The access point functions as a PoE PD and the Power/Cloud LED remains solid amber 238 Power/Cloud LED does not light blue in the NETGEAR Insight management mode 239 Power/Cloud LED does not stop blinking amber, green, and blue 240 2.4G or 5G WLAN LED is off 240 The...
User Manual
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...(virtual access point). The 5 GHz radio supports 160 MHz bandwidth. Model WAX618 supports an optional power adapter for the following sections: • About the local browser user interface and NETGEAR Insight • Additional documentation Note: For more information about the topics that... IEEE 802.11ax, four (2+2) streams of WiFi 6, and dual-band concurrent operation at netgear.com/support/download/. This chapter contains the following NETGEAR Insight Managed WiFi 6 AX3000 Access Point model WAX618. Note: Firmware updates with a combined throughput of your model number to a PoE+ ...
...(virtual access point). The 5 GHz radio supports 160 MHz bandwidth. Model WAX618 supports an optional power adapter for the following sections: • About the local browser user interface and NETGEAR Insight • Additional documentation Note: For more information about the topics that... IEEE 802.11ax, four (2+2) streams of WiFi 6, and dual-band concurrent operation at netgear.com/support/download/. This chapter contains the following NETGEAR Insight Managed WiFi 6 AX3000 Access Point model WAX618. Note: Firmware updates with a combined throughput of your model number to a PoE+ ...
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... point remotely through the Insight Cloud Portal and Insight app are not available in standalone mode. Insight Managed WiFi 6 AX3000 Access Point Model WAX618 About the local browser user interface and NETGEAR Insight This user manual describes the local browser user interface (UI), which you use if the access point functions as...
... point remotely through the Insight Cloud Portal and Insight app are not available in standalone mode. Insight Managed WiFi 6 AX3000 Access Point Model WAX618 About the local browser user interface and NETGEAR Insight This user manual describes the local browser user interface (UI), which you use if the access point functions as...
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2 Hardware Overview The NETGEAR Insight Managed WiFi 6 AX3000 Access Point model WAX618 is an indoor access point that supports the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz WiFi bands. The chapter contains the following sections: • Unpack the access point • Top panel with LEDs • Hardware interfaces • Access point label • Safety instructions and warnings for an indoor access point 10
2 Hardware Overview The NETGEAR Insight Managed WiFi 6 AX3000 Access Point model WAX618 is an indoor access point that supports the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz WiFi bands. The chapter contains the following sections: • Unpack the access point • Top panel with LEDs • Hardware interfaces • Access point label • Safety instructions and warnings for an indoor access point 10
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... without a PoE+ connection, you can order a power adapter separately. Figure 1. Insight Managed WiFi 6 AX3000 Access Point Model WAX618 Unpack the access point The package contains the following items: • NETGEAR WAX618 access point • Mounting plate • Metal bracket with LEDs The LEDs that provide the status of the access point are located...
... without a PoE+ connection, you can order a power adapter separately. Figure 1. Insight Managed WiFi 6 AX3000 Access Point Model WAX618 Unpack the access point The package contains the following items: • NETGEAR WAX618 access point • Mounting plate • Metal bracket with LEDs The LEDs that provide the status of the access point are located...
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...LAN/PoE+ port connection, see Use the Reset button to reset the access point on page 170. Insight Managed WiFi 6 AX3000 Access Point Model WAX618 functions at 1 Gbps, which is available. Access point label The access point label on page 20. • Reset button: You can use the...more information about two seconds. Access point label location Hardware Overview 14 User Manual Figure 3. Note: If you added the access point to a NETGEAR Insight network location, you must first use the Insight Cloud Portal or Insight app to remove the access point from your network on the bottom...
...LAN/PoE+ port connection, see Use the Reset button to reset the access point on page 170. Insight Managed WiFi 6 AX3000 Access Point Model WAX618 functions at 1 Gbps, which is available. Access point label The access point label on page 20. • Reset button: You can use the...more information about two seconds. Access point label location Hardware Overview 14 User Manual Figure 3. Note: If you added the access point to a NETGEAR Insight network location, you must first use the Insight Cloud Portal or Insight app to remove the access point from your network on the bottom...
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...Ethernet cable to a device located outdoors, the outdoor device must be properly grounded and surge protected, and you must operate, see https://kb.netgear.com/000057103 for indoor use only in the appendix or the data sheet. - Failure to help protect your system from potential damage. Note...wired outdoor devices, see the environmental specifications in a temperature-controlled and humidity-controlled environment. Insight Managed WiFi 6 AX3000 Access Point Model WAX618 Figure 4. Access point label Safety instructions and warnings for an indoor access point Use the following : -
...Ethernet cable to a device located outdoors, the outdoor device must be properly grounded and surge protected, and you must operate, see https://kb.netgear.com/000057103 for indoor use only in the appendix or the data sheet. - Failure to help protect your system from potential damage. Note...wired outdoor devices, see the environmental specifications in a temperature-controlled and humidity-controlled environment. Insight Managed WiFi 6 AX3000 Access Point Model WAX618 Figure 4. Access point label Safety instructions and warnings for an indoor access point Use the following : -
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...cable that are attached over Ethernet cables are electrically rated to operate with the power available in damage to your NETGEAR product, which might not be covered by NETGEAR's warranty, to the extent permissible by shorting out interior components. • Use the product only with a ...8226; Depending on your product documentation. Depending on your product uses a power adapter: - Insight Managed WiFi 6 AX3000 Access Point Model WAX618 Failure to follow the operating instructions. • Keep the product away from its power source, and then replace the part or contact your ...
...cable that are attached over Ethernet cables are electrically rated to operate with the power available in damage to your NETGEAR product, which might not be covered by NETGEAR's warranty, to the extent permissible by shorting out interior components. • Use the product only with a ...8226; Depending on your product documentation. Depending on your product uses a power adapter: - Insight Managed WiFi 6 AX3000 Access Point Model WAX618 Failure to follow the operating instructions. • Keep the product away from its power source, and then replace the part or contact your ...
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...a radio on the product ordered, the package might not include a power adapter. Insight Managed WiFi 6 AX3000 Access Point Model WAX618 - You power up and connect the access point to your network. Otherwise, the Internet connection functions at 2.5 Gbps. Figure 5. The following... figure show a NETGEAR MS510TXUP switch, which supports speeds of 2.5 Gbps, the access point's Internet connection also functions at 1 Gbps, which is connected to use...
...a radio on the product ordered, the package might not include a power adapter. Insight Managed WiFi 6 AX3000 Access Point Model WAX618 - You power up and connect the access point to your network. Otherwise, the Internet connection functions at 2.5 Gbps. Figure 5. The following... figure show a NETGEAR MS510TXUP switch, which supports speeds of 2.5 Gbps, the access point's Internet connection also functions at 1 Gbps, which is connected to use...
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... initially lights solid amber, and then blinks amber slowly. For more information, see About the local browser user interface and NETGEAR Insight on page 21. Insight Managed WiFi 6 AX3000 Access Point Model WAX618 To set up , the access point might receive insufficient PoE power. For more information, see The access point functions...
... initially lights solid amber, and then blinks amber slowly. For more information, see About the local browser user interface and NETGEAR Insight on page 21. Insight Managed WiFi 6 AX3000 Access Point Model WAX618 To set up , the access point might receive insufficient PoE power. For more information, see The access point functions...