--- product_id: 510114846 title: "NETGEAR Nighthawk WiFi 6E USB 3.0 Adapter (A8000) - AXE3000 Tri-Band Wireless Gigabit Speed (Up to 3Gbps) - New 6GHz Band – Works with Any WiFi 6 or 6E Router Or Mesh System - for Windows PC" price: "£67.12" currency: GBP in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/510114846-netgear-nighthawk-wifi-6e-usb-3-0-adapter-a8000-axe3000 store_origin: GB region: United Kingdom --- # Exclusive 6GHz WiFi 6E band Plug & play USB 3.0 interface Up to 3Gbps tri-band speed NETGEAR Nighthawk WiFi 6E USB 3.0 Adapter (A8000) - AXE3000 Tri-Band Wireless Gigabit Speed (Up to 3Gbps) - New 6GHz Band – Works with Any WiFi 6 or 6E Router Or Mesh System - for Windows PC **Price:** £67.12 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > ⚡ Upgrade your WiFi game with the Nighthawk 6E adapter—speed, power, and freedom in your pocket! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** NETGEAR Nighthawk WiFi 6E USB 3.0 Adapter (A8000) - AXE3000 Tri-Band Wireless Gigabit Speed (Up to 3Gbps) - New 6GHz Band – Works with Any WiFi 6 or 6E Router Or Mesh System - for Windows PC - **How much does it cost?** £67.12 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/510114846-netgear-nighthawk-wifi-6e-usb-3-0-adapter-a8000-axe3000) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Future-Proof Compatibility:** Works flawlessly with any WiFi 6 or 6E router or mesh system, so you stay ahead in the wireless evolution without replacing your entire network. - • **Blazing Fast Tri-Band Speeds:** Experience up to 3Gbps wireless throughput—2.5x faster than WiFi 5 for seamless streaming and gaming. - • **Unlock the 6GHz Express Lane:** Access the new WiFi 6E band for ultra-low latency and interference-free connectivity, perfect for HD video calls and competitive gaming. - • **Effortless USB 3.0 Plug & Play:** No complicated setup—just plug into any Windows PC and instantly boost your WiFi performance without extra hardware or ISP changes. - • **Flippable Antenna for Optimal Coverage:** Adjust the compact antenna to find the strongest signal, ensuring reliable connectivity even in challenging home or office layouts. ## Overview The NETGEAR Nighthawk WiFi 6E USB 3.0 Adapter (A8000) delivers ultra-fast tri-band wireless speeds up to 3Gbps by leveraging the new 6GHz WiFi 6E band. Designed for Windows PCs, it offers plug-and-play USB 3.0 connectivity with a flippable antenna for enhanced signal strength and coverage. Compatible with any WiFi 6 or 6E router or mesh system, this compact adapter future-proofs your wireless setup for gaming, HD streaming, and video conferencing with minimal hassle. ## Description Access the speed, power, and capacity of WiFi 6E with the Nighthawk WiFi 6E USB 3.0 Adapter.The A8000 delivers smoother, faster data transfers, gaming, and HD streaming. It supportsolder WiFi platforms and latest WiFi 6E routers. The flippable antenna is designed withportability in mind to use at home or on-the-go. For the ultimate in WiFi performance, connectyour 6E-enabled devices to the 6GHz express lane. Review: Worth the money and great connectivity - This is a great wireless adapter. A little expensive but worth it for its ease of install and quality. I have never received a device with a USB included which I’m assuming are for the drivers. I wish more manufacturers did this! I already had access to WiFi so I downloaded the latest drivers from the NETGEAR site. The speeds are great, and the dock allows me to place the card on my desk instead of the back of the PC. A nice upgrade over my WiFi 6e card. Only thing I wish was the USB to be a little longer, or the stand to be magnetic for case mount. But it functions well and gets good signal. Review: Definitely prefer the external wifi card. - I just received this today and I am experiencing better Wi-Fi coverage than I have in MONTHS. I operate off of an Alienware M16 Laptop positioned on the second floor of a townhouse, on the opposite side of the residency from where my router is. Even with a Wi-Fi extender, my internet was cutting out regularly. I did a lot of troubleshooting and was confidently able to determine: it has to either be the Wi-Fi card on the laptop, or the distance from the router, or both. Out of the box, this Nighthawk USB Adapter works fantastic. Adding yet another device that can more powerfully receive and send Wi-Fi signals, I am now getting Download speeds of 228mbps (whereas before with the built-in card, I was only getting 30-130mbps. The red flag should have been how much it was varying throughout the day). I think eventually when I upgrade back to a desktop I will use this. It's fast and easy to setup. Driver support is easy. And as for gaming? I am having better play experiences than I've had in MONTHS. This is probably better than the built in wifi card. ## Features - Access the exclusive WiFi 6E band for superior HD video conferencing, gaming, and streaming. Simply plug dongle into desktop or laptop. No network card or ISP plan required - Fast AXE3000 WiFi speed, up to 3Gbps, 2.5x faster than WiFi 5 - Find the strongest WiFi signal and best coverage with the flippable antenna - Compact cradle allows for flexible placement - Compatible with any WiFi 6E or WiFi 6 router or mesh system. Requires WiFi 6E router or mesh system to access 6GHz band (WiFi 6E) ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0B94R78N7 | | Best Sellers Rank | #20 in USB Computer Network Adapters | | Brand | NETGEAR | | Built-In Media | WiFi 6E | | Color | Black | | Compatible Devices | Laptop | | Compatible Operating System Family | Windows | | Customer Reviews | 4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars (1,368) | | Data Link Protocol | USB | | Data Transfer Rate | 1201 Megabits Per Second | | Hardware Interface | USB 3.0 | | Item Dimensions L x W x H | 3.66"L x 1.24"W x 0.57"H | | Item Weight | 28 Grams | | Manufacturer | Netgear | | Mfr Part Number | A8000-100PAS | | Minimum Required Operating System Version | Windows 10 | | Model Number | A8000-100PAS | | UPC | 606449160987 | | Unit Count | 1.0 Count | | Warranty Description | 1 year warranty | ## Product Details - **Brand:** NETGEAR - **Hardware Interface:** USB 3.0 - **Color:** Black - **Compatible Devices:** Laptop - **Product Dimensions:** 3.66"L x 1.24"W x 0.57"H - **Data Link Protocol:** USB - **Data Transfer Rate:** 1201 Megabits Per Second - **Item Weight:** 28 Grams - **UPC:** 606449160987 - **Compatible Operating System Family:** Windows ## Images ![NETGEAR Nighthawk WiFi 6E USB 3.0 Adapter (A8000) - AXE3000 Tri-Band Wireless Gigabit Speed (Up to 3Gbps) - New 6GHz Band – Works with Any WiFi 6 or 6E Router Or Mesh System - for Windows PC - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51Zze8sWZGL.jpg) ![NETGEAR Nighthawk WiFi 6E USB 3.0 Adapter (A8000) - AXE3000 Tri-Band Wireless Gigabit Speed (Up to 3Gbps) - New 6GHz Band – Works with Any WiFi 6 or 6E Router Or Mesh System - for Windows PC - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61CJQt8uGFL.jpg) ![NETGEAR Nighthawk WiFi 6E USB 3.0 Adapter (A8000) - AXE3000 Tri-Band Wireless Gigabit Speed (Up to 3Gbps) - New 6GHz Band – Works with Any WiFi 6 or 6E Router Or Mesh System - for Windows PC - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61slAyOf0KL.jpg) ![NETGEAR Nighthawk WiFi 6E USB 3.0 Adapter (A8000) - AXE3000 Tri-Band Wireless Gigabit Speed (Up to 3Gbps) - New 6GHz Band – Works with Any WiFi 6 or 6E Router Or Mesh System - for Windows PC - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61RM5f0cUYL.jpg) ![NETGEAR Nighthawk WiFi 6E USB 3.0 Adapter (A8000) - AXE3000 Tri-Band Wireless Gigabit Speed (Up to 3Gbps) - New 6GHz Band – Works with Any WiFi 6 or 6E Router Or Mesh System - for Windows PC - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61lfyV7kFOL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Style** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: Does this support 160Mhz?** A: Yes, it works with the wifi6 protocol **Q: Does this have any drivers compatible with Windows 7?** A: Yes **Q: Is this true Plug/Play adapter? I cannot install any drivers on my work computer. It is locked. I have win 10 Pro.** A: I think Windows 11 may have a native driver for it. I don't remember if I had to install the driver when I plugged it into my PC running Windows 10 Pro. I recently moved it to another computer I was fixing for someone which was also Windows 10 Pro but did not have the latest updates. That computer required me to install the driver for the adapter. I'm guessing if your computer is part of a corporate network and is managed by an I.T. group they likely won't allow you to alter your hardware anyway. If you're looking to upgrade your wireless adapter, I think most adapters will require a driver installation. You probably should download the driver and install it on your computer. If the driver software installs on your computer, then buy the adapter and just plug it in. This is the only advice I have for you. I can't tell you for sure whether this will work in your situation. **Q: What are the max speeds for the wifi 6e adapter on 6ghz for a single device?** A: The adapter I bought is AC600 and it doesn't do 6e. It does max out at 400Mbps. I got it to help keep an old Win7 laptop alive a bit longer. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Worth the money and great connectivity *by R***N on May 6, 2026* This is a great wireless adapter. A little expensive but worth it for its ease of install and quality. I have never received a device with a USB included which I’m assuming are for the drivers. I wish more manufacturers did this! I already had access to WiFi so I downloaded the latest drivers from the NETGEAR site. The speeds are great, and the dock allows me to place the card on my desk instead of the back of the PC. A nice upgrade over my WiFi 6e card. Only thing I wish was the USB to be a little longer, or the stand to be magnetic for case mount. But it functions well and gets good signal. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Definitely prefer the external wifi card. *by A***R on February 20, 2026* I just received this today and I am experiencing better Wi-Fi coverage than I have in MONTHS. I operate off of an Alienware M16 Laptop positioned on the second floor of a townhouse, on the opposite side of the residency from where my router is. Even with a Wi-Fi extender, my internet was cutting out regularly. I did a lot of troubleshooting and was confidently able to determine: it has to either be the Wi-Fi card on the laptop, or the distance from the router, or both. Out of the box, this Nighthawk USB Adapter works fantastic. Adding yet another device that can more powerfully receive and send Wi-Fi signals, I am now getting Download speeds of 228mbps (whereas before with the built-in card, I was only getting 30-130mbps. The red flag should have been how much it was varying throughout the day). I think eventually when I upgrade back to a desktop I will use this. It's fast and easy to setup. Driver support is easy. And as for gaming? I am having better play experiences than I've had in MONTHS. This is probably better than the built in wifi card. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Exceptional NETGEAR Nighthawk WiFi 6E USB Adapter - 5/5 Rating! *by B***3 on July 31, 2023* I recently purchased the NETGEAR Nighthawk WiFi 6E USB 3.0 Adapter (A8000), and I am thrilled to share that it has exceeded all my expectations. I confidently rate it a perfect 5 out of 5 stars! This WiFi 6E USB adapter offers impressive tri-band wireless gigabit speed, delivering speeds of up to 3Gbps. The addition of the new 6GHz band further enhances its performance, ensuring a seamless and lag-free wireless connection. Setting up the adapter on my Windows PC was a breeze, and it worked flawlessly with my WiFi 6E router. The compatibility with any WiFi 6 or 6E router or mesh system makes it a versatile and future-proof choice for various networking setups. The gigabit speed ensures lightning-fast data transfer and streaming capabilities, making it perfect for gaming, video conferencing, or HD streaming without any interruptions. I appreciate the compact and portable design of the adapter, allowing me to take it on the go and use it with multiple devices effortlessly. The USB 3.0 connection ensures a reliable and stable connection, providing consistent performance. In summary, the NETGEAR Nighthawk WiFi 6E USB 3.0 Adapter (A8000) is nothing but perfect! Its outstanding tri-band wireless gigabit speed, 6GHz band support, and ease of use have made it a game-changer for my network setup. If you're looking to upgrade your PC's wireless connectivity to the latest WiFi 6E standard, this adapter is a fantastic choice that will not disappoint. 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