NETGEAR EX6120 WiFi Extender
- Up to 1,500 sq ft of added WiFi coverage
- AC1200 dual band, 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz
- Up to 1.2 Gbps on WiFi 5 (802.11ac)
- 25 devices supported at once
- One 10/100 Mbps Fast Ethernet port for a TV or console
- Wall outlet design, 4.64 oz
- WPA2 security on the extended network
- 1 year warranty
Updated 25 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A compact wall outlet extender that pushes your current router's signal into a weak room without replacing anything. Placement matters, since it can only repeat the signal that reaches it.
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ASIN: B014YN7LVEModel: EX6120-100NASCategory: WiFi Range Extenders
Overview
Renters and families with a dead zone in a far bedroom get a small dual band extender that plugs into a wall outlet and repeats the existing router signal. It joins the current network instead of replacing the router, and setup runs through the Nighthawk app.
Coverage for a stubborn room without new wiring or a new router is what this extender delivers, and the app setup is short. Its wired port runs at Fast Ethernet speed, which limits a console or smart TV plugged into it.
Who it's for
Homes where one bedroom or office drops the WiFi signal are the target, especially with a TV or console near an outlet. Skip it if no outlet near the dead zone still gets a usable router signal, because the extender needs one to repeat.
Pros and cons
- Plugs straight into a wall outlet
- Dual band radios on both bands
- Wired port for TV or console
- Works with any router
- Ethernet port limited to Fast Ethernet speed
- Only one wired port
- Older WiFi 5 standard
- Range in feet not listed
Performance notes
As a repeater, the extender receives the router signal and rebroadcasts it, so its output can only be as strong as what reaches its outlet. Placing it partway between the router and the dead zone, where the signal is still decent, matters more than the headline speed. Every device on the extended network shares the same repeated link, so several heavy streams at once split the available throughput.
Specifications
| Brand | NETGEAR |
|---|---|
| Model | EX6120-100NAS |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item weight | 0.29 pounds |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 1.5 × 2.2 × 2.6 inches |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Compatible Devices | Any Router |
| Warranty & support | |
| Frequency Bands Supported | 2.4 GHz |
| Warranty Description | 1 Year |
| Other details | |
| Data Transfer Rate | 1200 Mbps |
| Wireless Compability | 802.11ac (WiFi 5) |
| Connector Type | RJ45, One 10/100 Mbps Fast Ethernet Port |
| Max connected devices | 25 |
| Coverage area | Up to 1,500 sq ft |
| Frequency Band Class | Dual-Band |
| BuiltIn Media | Extender, Quick Start Guide |
| Special Features | FastLane Technology |
| Security | WPA2 |
| Setup app | Nighthawk app |
Frequently asked questions
How do I set up the NETGEAR EX6120 extender?
Plug it into a wall outlet where your router signal still reaches and finish setup in the Nighthawk app. A quick start guide is in the box.
Does the NETGEAR EX6120 replace my router?
No. It extends your existing network and works with any router, so the router stays in place.
Can I wire a TV or game console to the EX6120?
Yes, through its single 10/100 Mbps Fast Ethernet port. That port does not run at gigabit speed.