How do I connect the NETGEAR Essentials WiFi 6 Dual Band Multi-Gig Access Point to my network? (Netgear Essentials WiFi Dual Band Multi-Gig Access Point Installation Guide)

Answer

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Apr 08, 2025 - 05:30 AM


To connect the NETGEAR WAX220 access point to your network, you can use either a PoE+ switch or a power adapter. Here are the steps:

1. Power up the WAX220 access point using one of the following methods:
   - PoE+ switch: Connect one end of an Ethernet cable to the LAN/PoE+ port of the AP and the other end to a PoE+ switch that supplies 802.3at PoE+ power. The power LED on the AP will light up.
   - Power adapter: Connect the power adapter's DC plug to the AP and insert the power adapter into a power outlet. The power LED on the AP will light up.

2. Connect one end of an Ethernet cable to the LAN/PoE+ port of the AP and the other end to a switch or a router.

Note: For optimal performance, it is recommended to use a 2.5 Gbps/Multi-gigabit switch with at least PoE+ to connect and power the AP. Using a gigabit switch or PoE (802.3af) may limit performance.

During installation and setup, the AP's LEDs can light up in different colors to indicate various statuses. Refer to the manual for a detailed explanation of the LED indicators.

For more information on how to log in to the AP's device UI, configure settings, and update firmware, you can download the user manual from netgear.com/support/download and search for "WAX220" in the search field.

Please note that this is a general answer based on the provided information. For specific troubleshooting or detailed instructions, it is recommended to refer to the product manual or contact NETGEAR support.