Netgear WAX620 User Manual - Page 47
Requirements for placing a node in a mesh WiFi network
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Insight Cloud Managed WiFi 6 AX3600 Access Point Model WAX620 network with multiple roots, NETGEAR Insight automatically connects the node to the root with the strongest WiFi signal. Although the node broadcasts the same WiFi network or networks as the root, you can also set up a WiFi network on the node, which then can be broadcast by the root and other nodes in the mesh network. The access point can broadcast on the 5 GHz band (the preferred band for the backhaul connection) and the 2.4 GHz band. Depending on the WiFi capability of the WiFi client, any band can provide the fronthaul connection. Requirements for placing a node in a mesh WiFi network The following are the requirements for placing a node in an Insight Instant Mesh WiFi network: • The existing WiFi network must include at least one mesh-capable access point that runs the latest firmware version. On the root, use one Ethernet port for the connection to your network. • The node must be in factory default state. If you previously used the node in your network, reset the access point to factory default settings. • The node must be within range of the WiFi signal of a root so that it can sync with the root. During setup, for a reliable WiFi connection, place the node less than 25 feet (7.5 m), in a line of sight with minimal obstacles from the closest root. • You must use the NETGEAR Insight Cloud Portal or Insight app to install the node in the existing WiFi network. The following NETGEAR access point models can function either as a root or as a node: • WAX610 • WAX610Y (Although this model can function as a node, you can power it through PoE only.) • WAX615 • WAX618 • WAX620 • WAX625 • WAX628 • WAX630 • WAX630E Install the Access Point in an 47 Insight Instant Mesh WiFi Network User Manual