NETGEAR A8000 Nighthawk AXE3000 Tri-Band WiFi 6E USB 3.0 Adapter
Prices in SGD, excluding 9% GST.
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
NETGEAR Nighthawk AXE3000 Tri-Band WiFi 6E USB 3.0 Adapter (A8000-100PAS) - 1 Year Local Warranty
Instant WiFi 6E Upgrade for Your PC
The NETGEAR Nighthawk A8000 adds tri-band WiFi 6E to a laptop or desktop PC through a USB 3.0 port. It connects on 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz and the new 6 GHz band, and is backwards compatible with 802.11a/b/g/n/ac networks.
AXE3000 Tri-Band Speed
NETGEAR rates the A8000 at up to 1,200 Mbps on 6 GHz, 1,200 Mbps on 5 GHz and 600 Mbps on 2.4 GHz, with 2-stream MU-MIMO on each band, OFDMA and Beamforming+ for range and performance.
Flip-Open Antennas and Desktop Cradle
Two internal high-gain antennas sit in a flip-open design, and the included USB 3.0 cable with cradle lets you position the adapter for the best signal. WPA3 encryption keeps the connection secure.
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NETGEAR A8000 Datasheet — Technical Specifications
General
| Product Name | NETGEAR Nighthawk AXE3000 Tri-Band WiFi 6E USB 3.0 Adapter |
| Part Number | A8000-100PAS |
| Series | NETGEAR Nighthawk USB WiFi Adapters |
| Local Warranty (Singapore) | 1 year, supplied by SourceIT with a GST invoice |
WiFi
| Standard | WiFi 6/6E (IEEE 802.11ax), AXE3000; backwards compatible with 802.11a/b/g/n/ac |
| 6 GHz | Up to 1,200 Mbps (2x2) |
| 5 GHz | Up to 1,200 Mbps (2x2) |
| 2.4 GHz | Up to 600 Mbps (2x2) |
| Technologies | 2-stream MU-MIMO per band, OFDMA, Beamforming+ |
| Security | WPA3 |
Interface
| Host Interface | USB 3.0 (USB 2.0 compatible at reduced performance) |
| Antennas | 2 internal high-gain antennas, flip-open design |
Physical
| Adapter Dimensions | 93.0 x 31.4 x 14.45 mm; 28 g |
| Cradle Dimensions | 63.14 x 44.67 x 35.19 mm; 90 g |
Compatibility & Software Support
Operating Systems
Microsoft Windows 10 and 11 (32/64-bit) consumer editions. The 6 GHz band is supported on Windows 11 only; Windows 10 uses 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz.
Driver
Driver installation is supplied on the included USB thumb drive.
Router
For 6 GHz speeds, pair it with a WiFi 6E or WiFi 7 router or mesh system.
Package Contents & Nighthawk USB Adapter Ordering Information
In the Box
Nighthawk A8000 adapter, USB 3.0 cable with cradle, installation USB thumb drive, quick start guide.
NETGEAR Nighthawk USB WiFi Adapters
| Model | WiFi | Part No. |
| A8000 (this listing) | WiFi 6E AXE3000, tri-band, USB 3.0 | A8000-100PAS |
Datasheet & Downloads
| NETGEAR datasheet | A8000 Technical Specifications (PDF) |
| Quick start guide | A8000 Quick Start Guide (PDF) |
| User manual | A8000 User Manual (PDF) |
| NETGEAR product page | A8000 on netgear.com |
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Frequently Asked Questions — NETGEAR A8000
Does it work on Mac?
NETGEAR lists Windows 10 and 11 as supported operating systems.
Do I need Windows 11 for 6 GHz?
Yes. On Windows 10 the adapter uses the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands.
Will it work in a USB 2.0 port?
Yes, at reduced performance. Use USB 3.0 for full speed.
What warranty do I get?
1 year local warranty in Singapore, supplied by SourceIT with a GST invoice.
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