Product Overview
• Model: NETGEAR WAX218
• Series: Netgear Business Essentials
• Type: Standalone Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) access point
• Designed for: Small offices, retail, lobbies, classrooms
• Management: Local web-based management (no cloud required)
Wireless Specifications
• Wi-Fi standard: Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)
• Bands: Dual-band (2.4 GHz and 5 GHz)
• Maximum combined throughput: Up to 3.6 Gbps
• 2.4 GHz: Up to ~1.2 Gbps
• 5 GHz: Up to ~2.4 Gbps
• Channel width: Up to 160 MHz (5 GHz)
• Wireless technologies:
• OFDMA
• MU-MIMO
• Beamforming
• Maximum supported clients: Up to 256 devices
• Recommended active clients: ~50–75
• Coverage area: ~2,000 sq. ft. (environment dependent)
Network Interfaces & Power
• Ethernet port:
• 1 × 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
• Power options:
• PoE / PoE+
• Optional DC power adapter (SKU dependent)
• Mounting options:
• Ceiling mount
• Wall mount
• Mounting hardware included
Security Features
• Wireless security:
• WPA2
• WPA3
• Supports up to 4 SSIDs
• Guest network support
• Client isolation
• Hidden SSID support
• MAC address filtering
• Basic VLAN tagging support
Management & Configuration
• Standalone access point (no controller required)
• Local web UI management
• No mandatory subscription or licensing
• Limited centralized management for multiple APs
• Best suited for small or simple multi-AP deployments
