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NETGEAR WBE708 WiFi 7 Access Point 2.5GbE PoE+
Model# WBE708-100APS
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SKU: WBE708
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Dual-Band WiFi 7 Access Point
NETGEAR WBE708 Insight and Engage Managed WiFi 7 Access Point
The NETGEAR WBE708 brings dual-band WiFi 7 connectivity to small and medium-sized businesses in a compact, wall- or ceiling-mountable access point. It combines a 2.5GbE PoE+ uplink, secure wireless segmentation, mesh capability and local or remote network management.
Power and network connectivity can be delivered through the single 2.5GbE PoE+ RJ45 port. The access point can alternatively be powered using DC 12V / 2.5A.
What is the NETGEAR WBE708?
The WBE708 is a dual-band, 2x2 WiFi 7 access point designed for centrally managed business wireless networks. It operates on the 2.4GHz and 5GHz bands, supports up to eight wireless networks per access point and can be managed using NETGEAR Insight, NETGEAR Engage with Align Controller or its standalone local interface.
WiFi 7 IEEE 802.11be with compatibility for supported WiFi 6, WiFi 5 and earlier client standards
2.5GbE PoE+ One RJ45 uplink carries high-speed network data and power over a single cable
Up to 8 SSIDs Separate wireless networks for staff, guests, IoT devices and management traffic
75 Active Clients Supports up to 75 concurrent active clients and 150 connected idle clients
Affordable WiFi 7 for Business Networks
Next-generation wireless technology in a compact access point designed for operational simplicity.
Purpose-built for small and medium-sized businesses, the WBE708 provides dual-band WiFi 7 wireless connectivity with a single 2.5GbE PoE+ uplink. Combining power and network connectivity over one cable helps simplify installation and reduces infrastructure complexity.
Its low-profile enclosure can be installed on a wall or ceiling using the included mounting kit. Backward compatibility supports IEEE 802.11ax, 802.11ac, 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g and 802.11n client devices.
Advanced WiFi 7 Technology
Wireless technologies designed to improve capacity, reliability and network efficiency.
4K-QAM Modulation
Encodes more data in each transmission, with the supplied datasheet stating up to a 20% speed improvement compared with WiFi 6.
OFDMA and MU-MIMO
Enables multiple client devices to communicate simultaneously, helping reduce congestion and improve wireless efficiency.
BSS Coloring
Helps distinguish overlapping wireless network transmissions to reduce interference in dense environments.
Target Wake Time
Schedules transmissions for compatible client devices to reduce unnecessary radio activity and power consumption.
Seamless Mesh Expansion
Supports mesh networking with NETGEAR Insight- and Engage-managed access points for broader wireless coverage.
Secure Wireless Segmentation
Separate users and connected devices using multiple wireless networks and VLAN support.
The WBE708 supports up to eight SSIDs per access point. Separate wireless networks can be created for employees, guests, IoT devices and management traffic.
Security features include WPA3 Personal, WPA2 Personal, mixed WPA3/WPA2 mode, SSID isolation, IEEE 802.1Q VLAN support, MAC address filtering and configurable SSID broadcasting.
Flexible Local and Remote Management
Choose the supplied management option that suits the network environment.
NETGEAR Insight Cloud Management
NETGEAR Insight provides centralised remote setup, monitoring, firmware management and network visibility through the Insight Cloud portal or mobile application.
The supplied datasheet lists a four-year Insight Cloud Management subscription as included with the WBE708.
NETGEAR Engage and Align Controller
NETGEAR Engage is a free application for configuring and managing AV networks. When paired with the Align Controller, it supports remote network access for up to five simultaneous users and additional management features.
Mesh Coverage and Network Scaling
Expand wireless coverage using compatible NETGEAR-managed access points.
Multiple WBE708 units can be configured in a mesh topology for broader coverage. The supplied datasheet describes automatic client steering and zero-touch mesh expansion when the access point is used with NETGEAR Insight or Engage management.
NETGEAR Insight can also manage multiple access points and locations through a single central dashboard.
What Is Included?
Package contents listed in the supplied product information.
NETGEAR WBE708 Insight and Engage Managed WiFi 7 Access Point
Mount Kit Wall and ceiling installation kit
Documentation Installation Guide
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers based on the supplied NETGEAR WBE708 product information.
What WiFi standard does the NETGEAR WBE708 support?
It supports IEEE 802.11be WiFi 7 and is backward compatible with IEEE 802.11ax, 802.11ac, 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g and 802.11n client devices.
Does the WBE708 require a separate power cable?
Not when powered by PoE+. Its 2.5GbE RJ45 port supports IEEE 802.3at PoE+, allowing network data and power to use one Ethernet cable. DC 12V / 2.5A power is also supported.
How many wireless networks can be configured?
The WBE708 supports up to eight SSID wireless networks per access point.
How many clients does the WBE708 support?
The supplied datasheet lists up to 150 connected idle clients and up to 75 concurrent active clients.
Can the WBE708 be used in a mesh network?
Yes. The supplied information states that it supports mesh networking with NETGEAR Insight and Engage access points.
How can the access point be managed?
Management options include NETGEAR Insight Cloud, NETGEAR Engage with Align Controller and a standalone local graphical user interface.
Can the WBE708 be mounted on a wall or ceiling?
Yes. A wall and ceiling mount kit is included in the package.
What warranty is listed for the WBE708?
The supplied datasheet lists a NETGEAR Enterprise Limited Lifetime hardware warranty. It states that the hardware warranty is valid only when purchased from an authorised NETGEAR reseller and requires product registration within 90 days of purchase.
The supplied datasheet identifies this product as intended for indoor use only. Warranty coverage is subject to the eligibility and registration conditions stated in the supplied NETGEAR documentation.
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NETGEAR WBE708 Specifications
Review the wireless, networking, security, management, physical, power, package and warranty specifications.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Details | |
| Brand | NETGEAR |
| Model | WBE708 |
| Product Type | Insight and Engage Managed WiFi 7 Access Point |
| Deployment | Indoor use only |
| Wireless | |
| WiFi Standard | IEEE 802.11be (WiFi 7) Backward compatible with IEEE 802.11ax, 802.11ac, 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g and 802.11n. |
| Frequency Bands | Dual-band 2.4GHz and 5GHz |
| Radios | 2.4GHz: 2x2, 688Mbps 5GHz: 2x2, 4332Mbps |
| Aggregate Wireless Throughput | 5Gbps |
| Channel Widths | 2.4GHz: 20/40MHz 5GHz: 20/40/80/160/240MHz |
| Wireless Technologies | Multi-Link Operation, 4K-QAM, OFDMA, MU-MIMO, BSS Coloring and Target Wake Time |
| Maximum Connected Clients | 150 idle clients |
| Maximum Concurrent Clients | 75 active clients |
| SSID Wireless Networks | 8 per access point |
| Antenna Configuration | Four internal PIFA antennas: two for 2.4GHz and two for 5GHz |
| Antenna Gain | 2.4GHz: 3.3dBi 5GHz: 3.8dBi |
| Security and Segmentation | |
| WiFi Security | WPA3 Personal, WPA2 Personal and WPA3/WPA2 Mixed Mode |
| Network Segmentation | SSID isolation and IEEE 802.1Q VLAN support |
| Access Control | MAC address filtering |
| SSID Broadcast | Configurable, including hidden SSID support |
| Networking and Interfaces | |
| Ethernet Ports | 1 |
| Ethernet Interface | 1 × 2.5GbE PoE+ RJ45 port |
| PoE Standard | IEEE 802.3at PoE+ |
| Mesh | Yes, compatible with NETGEAR Insight and Engage access points |
| Management | |
| NETGEAR Insight | Insight Cloud application and web portal |
| NETGEAR Engage | NETGEAR Engage with Align Controller |
| Local Management | Standalone local graphical user interface |
| Included Insight Subscription | 4 years |
| Align Controller Remote Users | Up to 5 simultaneous users |
| Power | |
| Power Methods | IEEE 802.3at PoE+ or DC 12V / 2.5A |
| Physical Specifications | |
| Width | 160mm |
| Depth | 160mm |
| Height | 32mm |
| Dimensions | 160 × 160 × 32mm |
| Weight | 0.69kg (1.5lb) |
| Mounting | Wall or ceiling; mounting kit included |
| Operating Environment | |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to +40°C (32°F to 104°F) |
| Package Contents | |
| Access Point | NETGEAR WBE708 Insight and Engage Managed WiFi 7 Access Point |
| Mount Kit | Wall/ceiling mount kit |
| Documentation | Installation Guide |
| Insight Subscription | 4-year Insight Cloud Management subscription |
| Warranty and Support | |
| Hardware Warranty | NETGEAR Enterprise Limited Lifetime hardware warranty The supplied datasheet states that warranty eligibility requires purchase from a NETGEAR authorised reseller and product registration within 90 days of purchase. |
| Optional Sprint Support | 24/5 telephone and online technical support with Advance RMA replacement |
| Sprint Support SKUs | SPR-WBE708-12 – 1 year SPR-WBE708-36 – 3 years SPR-WBE708-60 – 5 years |
| Optional Overdrive Support | 24/7 telephone and online technical support, 2-hour SLA for P1 cases and next-business-day RMA replacement |
| Overdrive Support SKUs | DRV-WBE708-12 – 1 year DRV-WBE708-36 – 3 years DRV-WBE708-60 – 5 years |
| Regional Ordering Information | |
| Asia-Pacific Part Number | WBE708-100APS |
| Asia-Pacific Region | APAC |
| SKU | WBE708 |
| Brand | NETGEAR |
| Shipping Weight | 1.0000kg |
| Shipping Width | 0.300m |
| Shipping Height | 0.100m |
| Shipping Length | 0.200m |
| Shipping Cubic | 0.006000000m3 |
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