Netgear WiFi Extenders & Repeaters

Good WiFi coverage is essential for the workplace. Netgear WiFi extenders are a great way to improve your network while giving your team the best support available. Learn more about how Netgear wireless access points can extend your network.

Do More Access Point Antennas Improve Network Performance?

Yes! The 802.11n standard introduced networking devices with multiple radio links and antennas. These MIMO (multiple in, multiple out) pieces of equipment can transmit and receive wireless signals with multiple antennas. This feature improves network speed and reliability. MIMO-supporting WAPs with 2x2 and 3x3 antennas perform better than single-antenna or 1x1 access points. You can even find a 4x4 Netgear wireless access point. There are many Netgear network adapters and antennas available to help improve performance.

Do Netgear Access Points Support PoE?

Yes, some models do! PoE or Power over Ethernet is a method of extending a network by using a building's electrical wiring. It involves using a single cable to carry both power and data. This not only gets rid of unsightly Ethernet cables running along the floors and ceilings of offices but also delivers the electricity required to power wireless access points. Your Netgear WiFi extender will connect to a wired router, switch or hub through PoE.

Should You Get a Wave 2 Wireless-AC Access Point?

Yes, but only if you are deploying a wireless network for an office with lots of users. First-generation 802.11ac WAPs have a maximum wireless throughput of 3.47Gbps. The Wave 2 models can deliver speeds up to 6.93Gbps. This makes them ideal for high-density locations and large organizations with over 100 users joining their networks. Besides a speed gain, Wave 2 devices introduced MU-MIMO. This feature allows multiple devices to communicate with the access point at the same time. There are also other Netgear extenders that can be used as an access point for smaller networks. Regardless of which wireless access point you choose, you can connect laptop and notebook computers, cell phones or wireless projectors with ease.

Are There Protection Plans Available for Netgear Access Points?

Yes! There are protection plans available for any of the Netgear access points. The protection plans cover Netgear range extenders, routers, access points and have multiple payment options to match your individual or business needs. Protection plans are available through Microsoft or Staples when you purchase your Netgear access point through Staples.