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NETGEAR A2000 Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAC124
Last Updated: January 26, 2020 (Refresh Now)
7.4
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/10
Total Reviews
427
Old Reviews
101
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69
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WIFI
Review Analysis - 257 recent, verified reviews
Detailed Mode
Network
114wifi, house, access point, coverage, ap
+76%
-24%
" ... Had a router downstairs in my home, used this access point upstairs. ... "
" ... I liked the ease of setup and range of signal! ... "
" ... I ran an Ethernet line through the attic and mounted the access point over the rooms that were questionable. ... "
" ... This A. P. offers a simple solution for wifi coverage. ... "
" ... Great signal from this Access Point, and it offers two wireless connections - a 5g one and a slower speed (don't remember the numbers) one. ... "
" ... I used one of these along with the Zyxel AV2000 powerline kit to solve a wifi dead spot in my house. ... This solved the problem completely and both the signal strength and internet speed are excellent. ... "
" ... My home is 1900 sq ft and have not had any issues. ... In fact could still get signal in the back of the backyard ... "
" ... With the new device, it has worked without network loss for a week now. ... The signal strength was about the same as the old router, but wifi seems faster. ... "
Setup
111configure, netgear, setup, easy, easy to setup
+76%
-24%
" ... Plus the setup and management process is much easier than in previous devices. ... "
" ... It couldnt be easier to setup (you have to get it connected to the internet first before you can access the GUI). ... "
" ... It was pretty easy to setup but in the instructions, it said to look for the Pass phrase that came with the box, i could not find that at all. ... "
" ... Installation was quick and easy. ... "
" ... Ended up running this as a AP, was super easy to setup. ... "
" ... Quick delivery and easy setup. ... "
" ... Easy to install, the user interface was simple and efficient ... "
" ... Easy to setup and does everything it was advertised to do. ... "
Wifi
66router, access point, wifi signal, password, wireless access point
+70%
-30%
" ... I setup my nest thermostat to connect via the lower bandwidth signal. ... "
" ... I have my wireless router at one end of the house and needed better coverage at the other end. ... Bought this wireless access point, ran a wired connection to it. ... "
" ... Comperable performance and security as much higher price wireless routers. ... I used it to replace my Netgear 600n (300mbs) wireless router. ... "
" ... We used this to extend an office wireless network and it was easy to implement and works very well. ... "
" ... Great Wi-Fi stability so far. ... "
" ... Bought this to supplement/replace the wifi from my ISP supplied box. ... Much more reliable than my ISP's wifi. ... I would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for something better than the wifi provided by ISP supplied modem/routers, but don't want to buy expensive high-quality modem/routers or separate devices. ... "
" ... Was easy to install, easy to setup, and provides excellent WiFi coverage in our 680 sqft tiny home. ... "
" ... Set Wifi requirements and it works. ... "
Ease of Use
64setup, set, easy to setup, easy to set, simple
+89%
-11%
" ... the website url doesn't exist anymore) but I was able to log in directly to the Access Point and get it configured just fine. ... "
" ... Very easy to install, it practically took longer to open and and unbox the product than it did to configure it. ... "
" ... The default user name is admin. ... The user name and password are ... You can change these default values later as part of your setup, if you want. ... "
" ... This access point has excellent speed and is super simple to install/use. ... "
" ... The setup was straight forward and easy. ... "
" ... Very easy set up and installation. ... "
" ... This was easy to setup, if you have even basic networking skills. ... "
" ... Easy to install, the user interface was simple and efficient ... "
ISP
36netgear, access point, configure, wifi, password
+67%
-33%
" ... Works much better than the WiFi access point built into my Verizon Fios modem. ... "
" ... It is connected to my modem/router. ... "
" ... I have always had good luck with Netgear. ... "
" ... You need to configure this device and configure your services provider's device to allow the access point to work - per the Netgear technical support staff (after 3 transfers and close to 2 hours). ... "
" ... Super-fast wireless from my 900MB home broadband. ... The user name and password are ... So I instead checked the "WPA2-PSK [AES]" option which is perfectly fine with me. ... "
" ... Was able to turn off the radios of the internet provider's router. ... "
" ... Bought this wireless access point, ran a wired connection to it. ... "
" ... Trying that address resulted in a successful connection. ... "
Device Compatibility
35devices, network, connected, access point, address
+57%
-43%
" ... Most of the time I now get 250 mbps x 20 mbps on a 400x20 coax connection (tested on my galaxy s10). ... "
" ... All home devices and my set-up computer were Macs. ... "
" ... I am not the best at setting up home networking but I seem to get by. ... "
" ... It works fine and is way faster than the old apple even on 2.4g. ... "
" ... I was easily able to change and set up my network names and passcodes. ... "
" ... Best example of the difference is the wireless Roku stick. ... "
" ... I set it up to duplicate my current network. ... Phone support was real good ... "
" ... I'm getting at least 350mbps on my cell phone. ... "
Software Platform
32access point, browser, login, ip address, admin
+56%
-44%
" ... I ended up buying a Roku and that did the trick. ... "
" ... - If that doesn't work, in WIndows File Explorer, click Network, then double-click on the icon for the Netgear access point. ... After a while it will redirect you to the new ip address and a login. ... "
" ... Had to reset to factory settings, then it worked fine. ... "
" ... I had already run CAT 5 to my TV room so I could get fast download of Netflix, and Youtube. ... "
" ... I highly recommend this access point! ... "
" ... Now, just go to a browser and type in the IP address and you will get the login for the AP and you can change all the settings you want. ... "
" ... I was able to login via the admin user and password (that's printed on the back of the device) with no issues whatsoever. ... "
" ... Once I finally got back in I was able to set up permissions and passwords - and change the default password so that anyone can't just log into it. ... "
Capacity
29wifi, router, signal, upstairs, throughout
+97%
-3%
" ... I want to get better WIFI coverage on the first floor. ... "
" ... I set my AC2000 Model WAC124 up with the help of Netgear tech support agent Paul, as an access point in my living room. ... "
" ... Use it in a large house in the Master Bed where WiFi signals were had to come by. ... "
" ... Had a router downstairs in my home, used this access point upstairs. ... Perfect for home use! ... "
" ... It’s also great for our iPads and phones upstairs. ... "
" ... And I get signal all over the house and even when I'm 100 away from the house outside on my cell phone. ... "
" ... Was easy to install, easy to setup, and provides excellent WiFi coverage in our 680 sqft tiny home. ... "
" ... Just moved to a two story house (from a small condo). ... With at least one room upstairs having no WiFi at all (router is in the basement). ... Luckily the house has Cat 5 running upstairs. ... "
Ports
29ethernet cable, access point, ports, ip address, wac104
+83%
-17%
" ... I unplugged the Cat 5e on my TV Plugged it into this device and then used the very convenient ports on the back to plug the TV back into it. ... "
" ... It can easily be used as a wifi extender, by simply plugging it into your existing router with the supplied ethernet cable. ... "
" ... Gigabit hardwired ethernet for connection to your network allows maximum data transfer speeds between the access point and your router. ... "
" ... The setup approach in that older model was outright described for manual method, temporarily connecting directly to a laptop or PC via ethernet cable. ... This is from Network and Sharing Center, and then click on "Change adapter settings", and then select your ethernet connection object, and right-click and select Properties to get the Properties dialog window. ... Then disconnect the ethernet cable from your PC/laptop to your LAN, and instead connect it from the PC/laptop directly to one port of the WAC104. ... Now you can reconnect the PC/laptop with ethernet cable back to your router, and reboot. ... And you can connect the WAC104 through its own ethernet cable run to an open port on your router (or remote switch). ... "
" ... I had to do the old school of plugging my laptop in directly, changing my IP address to match and the connecting in to change the SSID & create a new pass phrase. ... "
" ... Using it to extend my wireless network and provide a wired connection to my cable box and tv. ... "
" ... All I did was hook the ethernet up to my router, and powered it on. ... "
" ... Using it for wireless access point and for wired connections. ... "
Overall performance
20speed, job, speeds, performance, blazing
+90%
-10%
" ... Once it was set up it was fast and worked very well. ... "
" ... Not the most powerful unit I've used, but it gets the job done, and is relatively easy to set up. ... "
" ... It is fast. ... "
" ... Speed is awesome ... "
" ... Does the job with no frills. ... Good solid speeds in 5GHz ... "
" ... every corner of my house is blazing fast I’m getting 190mbps while running aVPN!!!!!!!! ... "
" ... It has performed fast and flawlessly so far. ... "
" ... BTW, very fast. ... "
Product Reliability
18worked, months, issues, worked fine, died
+72%
-28%
" ... I will re-post if there are future reliability issues. ... "
" ... There were no issues. ... No issues so far after a few days of use. ... "
" ... Worked as expected. ... "
" ... This thing has been installed for several months now, and it's as stable as I'd like it to be. ... "
" ... Replaced my old one. ... "
" ... Have had it over 18 months now and love it. ... "
" ... Everything worked correctly right out the box. ... "
" ... We have had it a few months with zero issues. ... "
Returns
12return, returning, refund, received, item
-100%
" ... They confirmed that what I had received was a used item sold as new and exchanged that one for, presumably, a new one. ... I will return this product for a refund and I will purchase a different brand. ... "
" ... Gave up and returned the product for a refund. ... "
" ... I gave up trying and returned in. ... "
" ... $ 210 to return and fix it. ... "
" ... I wish I could give it zero stars. ... "
" ... Returning this crap - there is absolutely no way around it. ... "
" ... So, I returned my WAC124, and my advice for everyone is to stay away. ... "
" ... It wasn't worth my time, so I sent it back. ... "
Price
9waste of money, value, price, money, complete
+67%
-33%
" ... I thought it was a good value for not very much money. ... "
" ... Well worth the investment!! ... "
" ... Not bad for the price. ... "
" ... Purchased this one because of the appealing price point. ... "
" ... Five times more than it cost. ... "
" ... Lots of value for the money. ... "
Marketplace
8review, product, post, first, advertised
+50%
-50%
" ... How come Amazon will not use this! ... "
" ... This is poor product marketing Amazon. ... "
" ... This is my first bad review with an Amazon dealer since I have been shopping on Amazon since 2007. ... "
" ... I called back amazon and informed them of what transpired. ... "
Firmware
6update, router, subnet, latest, default
+67%
-33%
" ... Works well after firmware update. ... "
" ... Easy firmware update on router webpage. ... "
" ... I was able to easily upgrade the firmware to prevent key reinstallation attacks (KRACK vulnerability). ... "
" ... Easy and regular firmware updates. ... "
Apps
4install, insight app, get, download, browser
+50%
-50%
" ... Software that install to manage struggling a little. ... "
" ... Also instructions state to use “Insight app” which doesn’t work with this model according to the app itself. ... "
Cables
4cat 6, wiring, ran, fortunately, attic
+50%
-50%
" ... When the cable was disconnected and attempting to operate via wireless, things went to pot. ... "
Internet
4speed, connection, connected, configure, access point
+25%
-75%
" ... It needs internet to configure. ... "
" ... Connection to the access point is good but the internet connection is not maintained. ... "
" ... I would be connected, but no internet. ... "
Comfort
4get, feel, comfortable
+50%
-50%
" ... Huge headache and was never able to get it set up correctly. ... "
" ... In reality, WAC124 falls short on several important measures. ... "
User Manual
3instructions, website, user, netgear, configuration
+33%
-67%
" ... This is not mentioned on the included instructions nor the longer manual i found on their website. ... "
For Running
3run
+33%
-67%
" ... dont walk away from this - RUN ... "
" ... but I replaced it with another device that was up and running in less than 10 minutes. ... "
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