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NETGEAR WiFi Mesh Range Extender EX6100 - Coverage up to 1000 sq.ft. and 15 devices with AC750 Dual Band Wireless Signal Booster & Repeater (up to 750Mbps speed), plus Mesh Smart Roaming
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Brand | NETGEAR |
Wireless Communication Standard | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac |
Data Transfer Rate | 750 Megabits Per Second |
Frequency Band Class | Dual-Band |
Connector Type | RJ45 |
About this item
- EXTENDED WIRELESS COVERAGE: Adds WiFi range coverage up to 1000 sq ft, and connects up to 15 devices such as laptops, smartphones, speakers, IP cameras, tablets, IoT devices, and more..Connectivity protocol:Ethernet,Wi-Fi
- SEAMLESS SMART ROAMING: Uses your existing network SSID name so you never get disconnected as you move around your home or office
- AC750 WIFI SPEED: Provides up to 750Mbps performance using dual-band and patented FastLane(TM) technology for demanding HD streaming and online gaming.
- UNIVERSAL COMPATIBILITY: Works with any wireless router, gateway, or cable modem with WiFi.
- WIRED ETHERNET PORT: Simply plug in game consoles, streaming players, or other wired devices into the one Gigabit port for maximum speed.
- SAFE & SECURE: Supports WEP and WPA/WPA2 wireless security protocols.
- SIMPLE TO SETUP: Use the Nighthawk app for setup, to view WiFi settings, and see devices on your network with the network map.
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Easy to install | 4.0 | 4.0 | 4.1 | 4.8 | 4.2 | — |
WiFi signal | 3.9 | 4.1 | 3.8 | 4.7 | 3.9 | — |
Tech Support | 3.5 | 3.7 | 3.5 | 4.5 | 3.7 | — |
Sold By | MyConnects | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Prestige+ | Amazon.com | Dbit Store |
range | feet | 1200 | 2800 | 9956 square feet | 1500 | 2000 |
data transfer rate | 750 megabits per second | 1.6 gigabits per second | 1900 megabits per second | 300 megabytes per second | 1200 megabits per second | 1200 megabits per second |
frequency bands | — | — | 5 GHz | — | 2.40 GHz, 5 GHz | 2.4GHz, 5GHz |
connectivity tech | wireless | Wi-Fi Ready, Wi-Fi Built In, Ethernet | Wi-Fi Built In, Ethernet | — | Wi-Fi Built In, Ethernet | — |
wireless standard | 802 11 ABGNAC | 802 11 AX | 802 11 AC, 802 11 B, 802 11 G, 802 11 N, 802 11 A | — | 802 11 AC, 802 11 B, 802 11 G, 802 11 N, 802 11 A | 802 11 ABGNAC |
From the manufacturer
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Built for Serious StreamingUp to 750Mbps wireless speed for demanding uses like HD streaming and online gaming. |
Smart Roaming with Mesh TechnologySimplify and stay connected with one network name + auto-switching to your best network. |
Smart Connect up to 15 DevicesIntelligently selects between dual bands to minimize interference and maximize speed for a houseful of smart wireless devices. |
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5-Minute SetupConnect to your existing router with one button press, and you’re done. |
Connect a Wired Device, TooOne high-speed Gigabit Ethernet port lets you easily connect a nearby wired device for faster speed and uninterrupted connection. |
Universally CompatibleWorks with any WiFi router, gateway, or ISP rented gateway for hassle-free reliability. |
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WiFi Range & Performance | Good | Good | Better | Best | Ultimate |
Added WiFi Coverage | 1,000 sq.ft. | 1,200 sq.ft. | 1,500 sq.ft. | 1,800 sq.ft. | 2,000 sq.ft. |
# Connected Devices | Up to 15 | Up to 20 | Up to 25 | Up to 30 | Up to 40 |
Bandwidth | Dual-Band Up to 750Mbps | Dual-Band Up to 1200Mbps | Dual-Band Up to 1750Mbps | Dual-Band Up to 1900Mbps | Tri-Band Up to 2200Mbps |
Best for Internet Speed | Up to 25Mbps | Up to 25Mbps | Up to 50Mbps | Up to 100Mbps | Up to 250Mbps |
HD Streaming | Good | Good | Better | Best | Ultimate |
Online Gaming | Good | Good | Better | Better | Best |
Seamless Roaming with One WiFi Name | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Tri-band for 2x Speed | ✓ | ||||
Universal Router Compatibility | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
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Technical Details
Brand | NETGEAR |
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Item model number | EX6100-100NAS |
Item Weight | 7.5 ounces |
Product Dimensions | 7.09 x 5.71 x 3.98 inches |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 7.09 x 5.71 x 3.98 inches |
Color | White |
Voltage | 100240 Volts |
Batteries | 1 Product Specific batteries required. |
Manufacturer | Netgear |
ASIN | B00HHRP11C |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | January 23, 2014 |
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Customer Reviews |
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Best Sellers Rank | #415 in Repeaters |
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Product Description
Boost your existing Wi-Fi with the AC750 Wi-Fi Range Extender. Enjoy improved wireless coverage on your Wi-Fi devices such as laptops, tablets, and smartphones throughout your home and even your backyard. Eliminate dead zones in hard-to-reach areas, simply plug it into any outlet and experience the difference.
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Customers like the ease of installation using the wireless signal repeater. They say it's user friendly and easy to set up. They also appreciate the performance and say it works well to cover the dead spots. Customers are also impressed with the signal, saying it greatly improves WiFi service. However, some customers differ on quality, speed, coverage, value, and connectivity.
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Customers like the performance of the wireless signal extender. They mention it works well, is easy to set up, and is highly unlikely to malfunction. It works by increasing signal strength, and it's small, elegant, and has worked well to cover the dead spots. It's a fairly good bridge, and there are no dropped wifi transmissions.
"...I highly recommend buying it. A little pricey but it works well! Now it may be overkill if your apartment is very tiny...." Read more
"...Devices like this are highly unlikely to malfunction - because of low heat generation and no mechanical parts...." Read more
"...And, so far, it has worked brilliantly...." Read more
"...build first, but there is still poor performance on 2.4 and random crashes of 5g radio. This device is just very poorly engineered." Read more
Customers like the ease of installation of the wireless signal repeater. They mention that it has a great performance and is super easy to setup if you have WPS. They say they had zero issues during the installation and that the custom firmware makes it easy. They also appreciate the user-friendly setup and that it comes with a paper instructions booklet.
"...INSTALLATION (setup):(It comes with a paper instructions booklet plus the instructions are online)Google: EX6250..." Read more
"...I mean sure, it was easy to setup and user friendly or whatever but I'm not paying for pretty packaging...." Read more
"...The setup process is probably fine as long as one stays on the "happy path"; unfortunately that path is quite narrow and it is easy to get off into..." Read more
"...Unit is very easy to setup (as repeater using same SSID as main router) using the Netgear Nighthawk app ... BUT ... make sure to deactivate any..." Read more
Customers like the signal of the wireless signal extender. They say that it greatly improves WiFi service, even in the same room as a laptop. They also mention that it is a very good WiFi extender, and they'd highly recommend it to others. Customers also say that the signal now looks to be stable, and it provides more than enough bandwidth for their needs.
"...As a result of low throughput, although I have extremely good signal, from the NETGEAR AC750 (~$70), I returned it and found a much better solution..." Read more
"...Even the 5GHz signal is solid...." Read more
"...5Ghz is faster speed wifi but the signal doesn't travel as far_______________________________My Goal:..." Read more
"...The GOOD news. When installed it works as advertised. It gives me strong 5G and 2G wifi signals throughout my house with a single name (SSID) for..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the connectivity of the wireless signal repeater. Some mention that they have not had any connectivity issues, and the speed seems good. However, others say that their doorbell camera has had inconsistant connection to the network, even though the router is. Some customers also say that it disconnects a lot during setup and during use. The Pros:1. I can return it.
"...Specifically, our doorbell camera has had inconsistent connection to the network even though the router is only about 30 feet away from it...." Read more
"...it has a DHCP server and NAT which can be enabled if required...." Read more
"...with my router and the NetGear device was that I completely lost my internet connection for all my devices connected to the router for about 2 to 3..." Read more
"...the Netgear router detects the lack of a firewall and will not connect to an insecure router. OK, how do I fix this?..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the speed of the wireless signal repeater. Some mention that the speed has been very good, while others say that the FastLane feature worked but didn't seem necessary for their modest bandwidth. The product runs smooth and has no issues, but some customers say that they did however notice a drop in speed when connected to the extender.
"...that it's not dual band with the missing 5GHz band but the throughput is so much better than the NETGEAR AC750 (results below) plus TP-LINK AV500 is..." Read more
"...In particular, its important to wait, Wait, WAIT because it takes a long time to boot and to change modes...." Read more
"...It has no issues and runs smooth! I love it! This product is great!..." Read more
"...and devices in my bedroom are getting a stronger signal and faster throughput. I see that many people have had issues with the setup...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the quality of the wireless signal repeater. Some mention it's very good, while others say it'd be better off giving it a Geritol.
"...boost both 2.4ghz & 5ghz to the other side of my apartment, it's not strong enough to penetrate all the walls...." Read more
"This little booster has Rocked, Awesome Product." Read more
"...Though I generally have a good impression of NetGear, these lower end products are sketchy...." Read more
"...By comparison, my new AC1750 is much more reliable and devices in my bedroom are getting a stronger signal and faster throughput...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the value of the wireless signal repeater. Some mention it's worth the $100, while others say the results were minor and not worth the additional cost.
"...it was just over 100.00 bucks but with the ease of setup... It was well worth it." Read more
"...I highly recommend buying it. A little pricey but it works well! Now it may be overkill if your apartment is very tiny...." Read more
"...wifi networks around the apartment is such a big relief and worth the extra cost." Read more
"...At the current full price, even as much as I like it, I'd say it's over-priced. Good luck." Read more
Customers are mixed about the coverage of the wireless signal repeater. Some mention that it has worked perfectly and provided great coverage in the other building, while others say that they just wish the range was better, the wifi range of this extender is not very powerful, and the signal radiates in distinct bands. Some say that it only covers the upstairs well and that they'll have to buy another one for the downstairs.
"...This might also be useful to cover a huge range and get wifi across your whole home and yard.BUT check the specs first...." Read more
"...However, 5GHz is only good for a short distance as it increase distance with wall/duct interference, the signal and throughput decreases so this is..." Read more
"...I had the unit connected, it has worked perfectly and has provided great coverage in the other building!! 5...." Read more
"...I think they just read a script.4. Keeps saying it is out of range, even with less then 30' from the router.5...." Read more
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List Price: 119.99
Discount Price I paid: $89.00
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2.4Ghz is slower speed wifi but the signal travels farther
5Ghz is faster speed wifi but the signal doesn't travel as far
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My Goal:
Extend my verizon fios router wifi signal for both 2.4Ghz & 5Ghz to my entire NYC apartment.
(Large apartment with many bedrooms, many walls, some of those walls are concrete)
My Verison fios wifi router is on one end of my apartment and i need to boost the signal from that to the other end of the apartment.
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Currently:
I have a Linksys wifi extender i bought years ago but it's too weak to boost both 2.4ghz & 5ghz to the other side of my apartment, it's not strong enough to penetrate all the walls.
All the walls in my apartment eat up the wifi signal.
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New Setup:
With this new Netgear wifi extender, i was able to remove my older wifi extender and i plugged this new Netgear wifi extender into an outlet on the other end of the apartment and now i get FULL BARS for both 2.4Ghz & 5Ghz in the ENTIRE apartment!
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The Netgear status shows me the signal strength the extender is picking up:
2.4Ghz signal strength: 162Mbps
5Ghz signal strength: 585Mbps
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INSTALLATION (setup):
(It comes with a paper instructions booklet plus the instructions are online)
Google: EX6250
The instructions are on the Netgear website.
Very basic simple instructions.
Connect to the netgear extender using a device that has wifi (i used a windows 10 PC), connect it to the netgear wifi extender and then in your web browser go enter this URL address:
http://192.168.1.250
(You should be able to do this same thing on a mobile phone or tablet)
That will take you to the Netgear admin page where you can follow the steps to configure your device.
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Additional options:
There is an ethernet port on the device if you want to hardwire an ethernet cable to the wifi extender to configure the admin settings and as another way to connect the wifi extender to your network.
Fastlane option. From what i read, that will boost your 2.4Ghz or 5Ghz signal. You have to turn this option on and then you need to pick which signal to boost. You can only do one. So have to pick 2.4Ghz or 5Ghz. So if you only need 5Ghz then you can use fastlane on the 5Ghz and the 2.4Ghz will be turned off. And now your 5Ghz will be faster.
NOTE:
I would not use the "fastlane" option because Amazon Alexa smart plugs use 2.4Ghz. They won't work with 5Ghz unless you can find ones that do.
There is a 1 button quick setup. (WPS) but i don't use that. That basically lets you configure your home router so that if you press the WPS button on two devices (router and wifi extender). They will quickly sync together (quick setup) but you need to have that WPS option on your home router for it to work and that option needs to be enabled to allow it.
NOTE:
I don't use that because that will also allow anyone to walk over to your router and connect themselves to your network without needing any passwords. (bad security)
Access point option. I don't plan to use that option. The wifi extender has a ethernet port on it, for the access point to work you need to use an ethernet cable and connect your router and this wifi extender together. I'm not 100% sure what the access point would be good for because the wifi extender option works really well. It's all you really need.
I don't know much about how that access point would work or how you should or could use it so i wont comment much on that.
In the end i ended up using the Ethernet port on the WIFI Extender to connect an ethernet cable from the WIFI Extender to my Roku.
Another good option, buy a small 8 or less port Ethernet Hub. Connect an Ethernet cable from the WIFI extender into the Hub. Now you can connect devices with an Ethernet cable (laptop, ethernet printer, etc), directly to the WIFI extender (assuming you need / want a wired connection)
The only reason to do this? Possibly a more stable internet connection? If all else fails. Try that.
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CONCLUSION:
This Netgear wifi extender is POWERFUL while being very compact. No external antennas required. Looks very clean when installed into a wall outlet. If you install at the top outlet, the bottom outlet will NOT be blocked.
I highly recommend buying it. A little pricey but it works well! Now it may be overkill if your apartment is very tiny. But if you have a ton of bedrooms with lots of walls & weak wifi signal. This should easily fix it.
If you have a big home especially with a big backyard and you currently have a weak signal. This might also be useful to cover a huge range and get wifi across your whole home and yard.
BUT check the specs first. The specs show the range it covers. It looks like you can connect two of these wifi extenders together if you need a bigger range but start with only 1 because it works so well you might only need 1.
If you need 100% speed, you do have alternatives:
1. This devices supports Access Point mode. Simply move slider from Extender to Access Point, connect LAN cable to this device and then use same SSID and password for WiFi.
2. If you don't want to spend time laying LAN cable, you can use one band (2.4 GHz) to communicate with router and other one (5 GHz) to communicate with devices. This can be problematic because most of the devices support only 2.4 GHz... and 5 GHz band signal will tie you closer to router.
3. Finally, you can try with other devices like TP-LINK AV500 that utilize powerline:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00AWRUICG/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00AWRUICG&linkCode=as2&tag=codeproject-20&linkId=5LNJ5PAFCLAMLAIG
In my case, this product was the best option because even with 50% dropdown in communication I get 15 MBit/s Internet (instead of 30 MBit/s Internet). And when I have time to spare I'll connect it with LAN cable. On the other hand, TP-LINK AV500 would require me to connect WiFi router / buy WiFi add-on at endpoint (since it is powerline + LAN).
So, if you have problems with WiFi coverage, this is probably the BEST solution for you. If you need to connect just one device using LAN cable in some remote place in your home, powerline may work (it depends on how your power lines are installed, I had really bad experience with powerline tech).
Just whatever you do, do not buy extra antennas for your router. I've left two detailed reviews on products that I've tried out and their price ($20+) is way too much for what they offer. Here are the reviews I mention, they contain more recommendations on EX6100:
Asus WL-ANT-157 Antenna:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/customer-reviews/R17FRD2FTCRJIB/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&ASIN=B005UBNJ48&camp=1789&creative=390957&linkCode=ur2&tag=codeproject-20&linkId=DGRPI7ZB4KW6LULE
3 x 9dBi 2.4GHz 5GHz Dual Band WiFi RP-SMA Antenna:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/customer-reviews/R1R1FM9PYRM8VM/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8linkCode=ur2&tag=codeproject-20&linkId=TUFLTMG2TA7W7DYR&ASIN=B00DMJI9TA&camp=1789&creative=390957&
Speaking of price, another VERY important point - buy REFURBISHED EX6100 (~$40). Devices like this are highly unlikely to malfunction - because of low heat generation and no mechanical parts. If they work within 90 days (refurbished guarantee period)... it's highly likely they'll work for years without problems.
Let that be it for this review. If you have any questions, feel free to leave comment and I'll try to answer. For example, I see few reviews mention that EX6100 doesn't allow you to setup same SSID/password as your primary network, and have your devices autoswitch. That's simply untrue - you can easily setup same SSID/password in EX6100 administration. Finally, if this review helped you, I would appreciate marking it as helpful. Whatever you decide, good luck with your WiFi network!
Reviewed in the United States on July 5, 2015
If you need 100% speed, you do have alternatives:
1. This devices supports Access Point mode. Simply move slider from Extender to Access Point, connect LAN cable to this device and then use same SSID and password for WiFi.
2. If you don't want to spend time laying LAN cable, you can use one band (2.4 GHz) to communicate with router and other one (5 GHz) to communicate with devices. This can be problematic because most of the devices support only 2.4 GHz... and 5 GHz band signal will tie you closer to router.
3. Finally, you can try with other devices like TP-LINK AV500 that utilize powerline:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00AWRUICG/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00AWRUICG&linkCode=as2&tag=codeproject-20&linkId=5LNJ5PAFCLAMLAIG
In my case, this product was the best option because even with 50% dropdown in communication I get 15 MBit/s Internet (instead of 30 MBit/s Internet). And when I have time to spare I'll connect it with LAN cable. On the other hand, TP-LINK AV500 would require me to connect WiFi router / buy WiFi add-on at endpoint (since it is powerline + LAN).
So, if you have problems with WiFi coverage, this is probably the BEST solution for you. If you need to connect just one device using LAN cable in some remote place in your home, powerline may work (it depends on how your power lines are installed, I had really bad experience with powerline tech).
Just whatever you do, do not buy extra antennas for your router. I've left two detailed reviews on products that I've tried out and their price ($20+) is way too much for what they offer. Here are the reviews I mention, they contain more recommendations on EX6100:
Asus WL-ANT-157 Antenna:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/customer-reviews/R17FRD2FTCRJIB/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&ASIN=B005UBNJ48&camp=1789&creative=390957&linkCode=ur2&tag=codeproject-20&linkId=DGRPI7ZB4KW6LULE
3 x 9dBi 2.4GHz 5GHz Dual Band WiFi RP-SMA Antenna:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/customer-reviews/R1R1FM9PYRM8VM/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8linkCode=ur2&tag=codeproject-20&linkId=TUFLTMG2TA7W7DYR&ASIN=B00DMJI9TA&camp=1789&creative=390957&
Speaking of price, another VERY important point - buy REFURBISHED EX6100 (~$40). Devices like this are highly unlikely to malfunction - because of low heat generation and no mechanical parts. If they work within 90 days (refurbished guarantee period)... it's highly likely they'll work for years without problems.
Let that be it for this review. If you have any questions, feel free to leave comment and I'll try to answer. For example, I see few reviews mention that EX6100 doesn't allow you to setup same SSID/password as your primary network, and have your devices autoswitch. That's simply untrue - you can easily setup same SSID/password in EX6100 administration. Finally, if this review helped you, I would appreciate marking it as helpful. Whatever you decide, good luck with your WiFi network!
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Reviewed in Brazil on January 11, 2022
To the manufacturer, have FastLane enabled by default or give users the option to install it when they are setting up the wifi extender for the first time. At the very least, mention it in your product manual.
I can imagine a lot of customers have returned this product by mistake because they thought it was not functioning very well... OR they blame NBN! :)
Other than that, all was well.