NETGEAR Introduces New WiFi 6 and 6E Access Points and Services Designed Exclusively for the Residential Installer Market

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NETGEAR, Inc. (NASDAQ: NTGR) launched two new access points, WAX628 and WAX638E, at the CEDIA Expo, specifically for the residential custom integration market. These products, available exclusively through authorized integrators, include four years of NETGEAR Insight and ProSupport services. The dual-band WAX628 offers speeds up to 5.4 Gbps, while the tri-band WAX638E reaches up to 7.8 Gbps. The new access points emphasize robust security, mesh capability, and backward compatibility, aiding integrators in enhancing smart home networks.

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• Launch of WAX628 and WAX638E access points tailored for residential market.
• Speeds up to 5.4 Gbps for WAX628 and 7.8 Gbps for WAX638E.
• Bundled with four years of NETGEAR Insight and ProSupport services.
• Strong focus on security with enterprise-grade security features.
• Improved network management via NETGEAR Insight.

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• None.

DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- CEDIA Expo (Booth 7008) –– Today at the CEDIA Expo, NETGEAR®, Inc. (NASDAQ: NTGR), the leading provider of networking products for the AV industry, announced the launch of two new powerful access points (WAX628 and WAX638E) tailored specifically for the residential custom integration market. Sold exclusively through authorized integrators and custom installers these access points are bundled with four years of both NETGEAR Insight and the company’s ProSupport services.

New NETGEAR WAX628 and WAX638E WiFi 6 and 6E access points and services designed specifically for the residential installer market. (Photo: Business Wire)

High quality wired and wireless networking products form the backbone of a smart home. Building upon an existing portfolio of products designed with residential projects and challenges in mind, NETGEAR developed its latest offerings to help integrators and installers continue to delight their residential clients. These new access points for the residential market include white-glove design and ProSupport services, as well as NETGEAR Insight - a comprehensive cloud-based management platform that enables installers to remotely manage their customer’s network from a tablet, smart phone, or laptop.

Benefits to Residential Installers

Working with NETGEAR, integrators and custom installers benefit from the company’s more than 25 years of networking innovation and technology leadership. Furthermore, integrators and custom installers can get access to network planning, design and post-sales support services provided by a team of Ethernet and WiFi experts.

“With this new, unmatched offering, we’re doubling down on our efforts to empower the custom integration market and set them up for success so they can focus on providing the best service to their clients,” said Doug Cheung, director of Product Line Management, SMB Wireless at NETGEAR.

Award-winning WiFi

• Dual-band (WAX628) and Tri-band (WAX638E) WiFi 6 and 6E access points – Lightning fast, cost-effective WiFi access points offer speeds¹ up to 5.4Gbps for WAX628 and up to 7.8 Gbps for WAX638E.
• Robust WiFi 6 and 6E security - Enterprise grade security features enable safe access and secure sub-networks with SSIDs and VLANs – all configured and managed via NETGEAR Insight.
• Mesh capability - Extends the reach of the WiFi network over greater distances without the need for Ethernet wiring to areas unreachable by cables.
• Backwards compatible - All previous generation WiFi endpoints can connect and take advantage of the superior coverage area.
• 100% more throughput - WiFi 6 Release 2 technology features the use of a 160 MHz channel which in turn results in 100% more throughput than offered by WiFi 6 Release 1 (80 MHz).
• Multi-Gigabit Speed with PoE - Includes a 2.5 Gbps Ethernet port for creating a non-blocking connection to a PoE++ switch. Ideal NETGEAR switches to power WAX628 and WAX638E are the MS510TXM, MS510TXUP.

Both the WAX628 (available now) and the WAX638E (available soon) come bundled with four years of NETGEAR Insight for remote management and four years of ProSupport, which provides expert guidance to help with access point placement, AV and WiFi network design, and more. They are available exclusively through authorized NETGEAR integrators and custom installers. For more information on the full NETGEAR ecosystem targeting the residential custom integration market, visit www.netgear.com/residential.

More to Show

During CEDIA, NETGEAR’s booth will feature live demonstrations of NETGEAR Insight remote management solution.

NETGEAR experts will offer two Manufacturer’s Training classes as described below. Registration is required to attend:

Thursday, September 29, 9:00 - 10:30 a.m., Room: C147
Designing Networks and Configuring NETGEAR Switches for AV over IP

Thursday, September 29, 1:00 - 2:30 p.m., Room: C144
NETGEAR Insight for Luxury Homes: A Service Based Partnership with Custom Installers

About NETGEAR, Inc.

NETGEAR® (NASDAQ: NTGR) has pioneered advanced networking technologies for homes, businesses, and service providers around the world since 1996 and leads the industry with a broad range of award-winning products designed to simplify and improve people's lives. By enabling people to collaborate and connect to a world of information and entertainment, NETGEAR is dedicated to delivering innovative and advanced connected solutions ranging from mobile and cloud-based services for enhanced control and security, to smart networking products, video over Ethernet for Pro AV applications, easy-to-use WiFi solutions and performance gaming routers to enhance online game play. The company is headquartered out of San Jose, Calif. with offices located around the globe. More information is available from the NETGEAR Press Room or by calling (408) 907-8000. Connect with NETGEAR: Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and the NETGEAR blog at NETGEAR.com.

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FAQ

What new products did NETGEAR announce at the CEDIA Expo?

NETGEAR announced the launch of two new access points, the WAX628 and WAX638E, designed for the residential custom integration market.

What are the speeds of NETGEAR's WAX628 and WAX638E access points?

The WAX628 access point offers speeds up to 5.4 Gbps, while the WAX638E provides speeds up to 7.8 Gbps.

What services are included with the WAX628 and WAX638E access points?

Both access points come bundled with four years of NETGEAR Insight and ProSupport services.

Where can customers purchase the WAX628 and WAX638E access points?

The WAX628 and WAX638E access points are available exclusively through authorized NETGEAR integrators and custom installers.

What are the key security features of NETGEAR's new access points?

The new access points feature enterprise-grade security, including safe access and secure sub-networks with SSIDs and VLANs, managed via NETGEAR Insight.