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General| 2.4 GHz | Yes |
|---|---|
| MIMO type | Multi User MIMO |
| Modulation | OFDM |
| Number of users | 256 user(s) |
| Networking standards | IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11ac, IEEE 802.11ax, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.3af, IEEE 802.3at |
| Spread spectrum method | OFDM, OFDMA |
| Ethernet LAN data rates | 10, 100, 1000, 2500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum data transfer rate | 3000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum data transfer rate (5 GHz) | 2400 Mbit/s |
| Maximum data transfer rate (2.4 GHz) | 600 Mbit/s |
| Security algorithms | EAP-TLS, PEAP, SSL/TLS, TTLS, WPA, WPA2, WPA3 |
| Service Set Identifier (SSID) features | SSID broadcast, SSID broadcast on/off |
| USB 2.0 ports quantity | 0 |
| Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports | 1 |
| Output current | 2.5 A |
| Output voltage | 12 V |
| Placement | Ceiling, Wall |
| Product color | White |
| LED indicators | LAN, Power |
| Antenna type | Internal |
| Antenna gain level (max) | 2.8 dBi |
| Operating temperature (T-T) | 0 - 40 °C |
| Number of products included | 1 pc(s) |
| Harmonized System (HS) code | 85176990 |
Weight and Dimensions| Depth | 40.2 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 241.5 mm |
| Weight | 727 g |
Explains the NETGEAR Insight Cloud portal and Insight app for managing access points.
Lists supplementary documents like installation guides and data sheets available for download.
Details the items included in the NETGEAR WAX615 access point package.
Identifies the location and function of LEDs on the access point's top panel.
Describes the components and ports located on the bottom panel of the access point.
Explains the information found on the access point's label, such as QR code and MAC address.
Provides essential safety guidelines for operating the access point indoors.
Offers tips for optimal placement to maximize WiFi signal range and performance.
Guides on connecting the access point to your network using PoE+ or a power adapter.
Details various methods to connect to the access point for its first-time setup.
Explains how to access the access point's local browser UI after the initial configuration.
Provides steps to safely proceed when a browser displays a security warning.
Defines the roles of root and extender access points within a mesh network.
Explains the concept and benefits of a mesh WiFi network setup.
Outlines the conditions and placement guidelines for extender access points.
Details the process of installing the NETGEAR Insight app for mesh network management.
Provides instructions on how to connect an extender to a root access point in a mesh network.
Explains how to manage mesh networks remotely via the Insight Cloud portal.
Guides on configuring new WiFi networks, including security settings and SSIDs.
Describes how to view and modify existing WiFi network (SSID) configurations.
Explains the procedure for deleting custom WiFi networks (SSIDs) that are no longer needed.
Details how to control the visibility of the WiFi network name (SSID) for security.
Explains how to assign a VLAN ID to a WiFi network for traffic segmentation.
Guides on selecting security protocols like WPA2/WPA3 for WiFi network authentication.
Covers enabling or disabling Protected Management Frames (PMF) for enhanced security.
Allows temporary disabling of WiFi networks or setting up an activation schedule.
Explains how to enable band steering for optimizing client distribution across WiFi bands.
Covers configuring fundamental wireless settings for the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz radios.
Describes how to enable or disable the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz WiFi radios.
Allows selection of WiFi modes to limit client compatibility and optimize performance.
Explains how to adjust channel width settings for improved throughput and reduced interference.
Guides on setting the guard interval to protect radio transmissions from interference.
Details how to adjust radio output power to manage interference and comply with regulations.
Explains how to select WiFi channels to minimize interference between access points.
Covers configuring QoS settings to prioritize different types of WiFi traffic.
Guides on configuring a basic captive portal hosted on the access point.
Details how to configure a captive portal hosted by an external vendor.
Explains the process to register the access point for Facebook Wi-Fi functionality.
Covers setting up blacklists to block specific web addresses and keywords.
Describes how to add, change, or remove user accounts for local browser UI access.
Guides on creating and managing MAC address-based access control lists (ACLs).
Explains how to enable detection of neighboring access points and manage the known AP list.
Details the configuration of RADIUS servers for enterprise-level authentication.
Guides on assigning a static IP address by disabling the DHCP client.
Explains how to re-enable the DHCP client for automatic IP address assignment.
Covers configuring VLAN IDs for network traffic segmentation and management.
Details how to specify a fully qualified domain name (FQDN) for accessing the access point.
Explains how to use STP to prevent network loops in environments with multiple access points.
Guides on enabling/disabling a check for upstream link activity before allowing WiFi associations.
Covers enabling/disabling IGMP snooping to prevent flooding of multicast traffic.
Explains how to enable/disable Link Layer Discovery Protocol for network device discovery.
Details how to enable/disable Universal Plug and Play for device discovery on the network.
Guides on switching between NETGEAR Insight cloud management and local web-browser management.
Explains how to set the country or region to comply with local regulations.
Details how to change the password for the admin user account for local browser UI access.
Covers renaming the access point (AP name) for easier network identification.
Guides on configuring a custom Network Time Protocol (NTP) server for time synchronization.
Explains how to set the access point's time zone for accurate date and time display.
Covers configuring the access point to send system logs to a syslog server.
Provides methods for checking, downloading, and updating the access point's firmware.
Details how to back up and restore the access point's configuration settings.
Explains how to restart the access point remotely using its local browser interface.
Guides on setting up a recurring schedule for the access point to automatically reboot.
Covers resetting the access point to its original factory default settings.
Details how to enable SNMP for network management and configure its settings.
Explains how to enable or disable the access point's status LEDs.
Shows how to view the access point's network, IP, and system configuration details.
Provides information on the current settings and status of the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz WiFi radios.
Guides on viewing detected neighboring access points and managing the known AP list.
Covers monitoring connected WiFi clients, their distribution, and connection trends.
Details how to monitor network traffic, statistics, and channel usage.
Explains how to view or export a report of URLs accessed by WiFi clients.
Covers managing access point activity logs, including viewing, saving, and clearing them.
Provides information on viewing the status and details of established WiFi bridge connections.
Explains how to view system alarms and notifications generated by the access point.
Guides on configuring the access point's NAT or Bridge mode for network addressing.
Covers enabling client isolation to prevent direct communication between WiFi clients.
Explains how to enable URL tracking to monitor client web traffic.
Details how to modify DHCP offer message format from unicast to broadcast packets.
Guides on applying MAC Access Control Lists (ACLs) to SSIDs for device access control.
Covers configuring upload and download bandwidth limits for WiFi clients.
Explains how to optimize WiFi network capacity by adjusting advanced rate settings.
Outlines the requirements for setting up a WDS WiFi bridge configuration.
Provides step-by-step instructions for configuring a WiFi bridge between two access points.
Guides on configuring advanced wireless settings for the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz radios individually.
Covers setting the maximum number of clients that can associate with a WiFi radio.
Details how to manage broadcast and multicast rate limiting for radio performance.
Explains how to configure load balancing based on clients, channel load, or RSSI.
Covers forcing sticky clients to disassociate to improve WiFi resource management.
Details how to enable or disable the ARP proxy for inspecting ARP broadcast packets.
Guides on using the ping utility to test network connectivity to devices or locations.
Details how to capture network packets for analysis and troubleshooting.
Provides concise tips for resolving common WiFi connectivity issues.
Offers guidance on diagnosing issues by interpreting the access point's LED status indicators.
Troubleshooting steps for when extender and root access points fail to establish a mesh connection.
Provides steps to diagnose and resolve issues with WiFi client device connectivity.
Offers solutions for problems where a WiFi device cannot load web pages from the Internet.
Guides on troubleshooting issues preventing login to the access point's local browser UI.
Provides solutions for when configuration changes made in the browser UI are not being saved.
Explains the password lockout mechanism and how to recover from it.
Details how to use the ping utility for diagnosing network connectivity issues.
Lists the default configuration settings of the access point upon factory reset.
Provides detailed technical specifications for the access point hardware and features.
Lists the mounting hardware included in the access point package.
Provides instructions for securely mounting the access point to a wall.
Details the procedure for mounting the access point onto a ceiling T-bar.
Explains the steps required to safely remove the access point from its mounting plate.
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