Netgear Nighthawk EAX12
Extends an existing Wi-Fi network
1 unit· Wi-Fi 6· Dual-band· 1 Gbps
Save $30.00
$79.99
$109.99
Netgear Nighthawk EAX12 Range extender: Prices and Specs
Extends an existing Wi-Fi network
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Save $30.00
$79.99
$109.99
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Overview
The Netgear Nighthawk EAX12 is a Wi-Fi 6 range extender that works on dual-band (2.4 + 5 GHz) networks. It has one Ethernet port rated up to 1 Gbps and plugs directly into a wall outlet, and it can run as a range extender or as an access point.
Who it suits
This suits someone who already has a Wi-Fi router and wants to extend its existing coverage into another area, rather than someone looking for a mesh system with wired backhaul. It is also suited to users who want the option to run the device as a standalone access point.
Reasons to consider it
It supports Wi-Fi 6, which can help with speed and device handling on compatible networks, and dual-band operation gives it flexibility between 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz. The single Gigabit Ethernet port allows one wired device to be connected if the extender is used in access point mode.
Limitations and compatibility checks
There is no 6 GHz band support, no wired backhaul, no USB port, and no PoE, and only a single Ethernet port is available, so wired connectivity options are limited.
Verified specifications
Manufacturer specifications
| Wi-Fi generation | Wi-Fi 6 |
|---|---|
| Bands | Dual-band (2.4 + 5 GHz) |
| 6 GHz band | No |
| Ethernet ports | 1 |
| Fastest Ethernet port | 1 Gbps |
| PoE support | No |
| USB | No |
| Wired backhaul | No |
| Supported modes | Range extender, access point |
| Power | Wall plug |
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FAQs
- Does the EAX12 support 6 GHz Wi-Fi?
- No, it only supports dual-band 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz, not 6 GHz.
- Can I connect a wired device to this extender?
- Yes, it has one Ethernet port rated up to 1 Gbps.
- Can this device be used as an access point instead of an extender?
- Yes, the supported modes include both Range Extender and Access Point.