NETGEAR Nighthawk WiFi 7 USB 3.0 Adapter (A8500) – BE5000 Tri-Band Wireless Gigabit Speed (Up to 5.0 Gbps) – 6 GHz Band – Works with Any Router or Mesh System – for Windows 11 PC

Requires PC with Windows 11 and above (WiFi 7 features & 6GHz require Windows 11). Not compatible with Windows 10 or lower
Boost the WiFi performance of your PC with the latest Tri-Band WiFi 7 technology. The A8500 selects the best band (2.4GHz, 5GHz, or 6GHz) for your PC, ensuring the strongest signal and fastest performance, even in congested environments
Faster, more reliable speeds of up to 5.0 Gbps for ultimate 4K/8K streaming, smooth video conferencing, online gaming, and more on your PC
Maximize WiFi signal strength ?and WiFi performance with adjustable antenna
Supports WPA3 advanced encryption technology for the latest in security protocol ?

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Model
Brand	NETGEAR
Part Number	A8500-10000S

Feature
Features	Boost the performance of your Windows 11 PC with an instant WiFi upgrade to the latest Tri-Band WiFi 7 technology. Enjoy faster and more reliable WiFi for the ultimate in 4K/8K streaming, smooth video conferences, online gaming, and more. Featuring shared tri-band, the A8500 auto-senses the right band for your device: 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, or the 6 GHz express lane for WiFi 7 devices1. Find the best WiFi signal and coverage with the flipopen antenna.

Packaging
Package Contents	Nighthawk WiFi 7 Tri-Band USB 3.0 Adapter (for Windows 11 PC) Installation USB Thumb Drive Quick Start Guide

Additional Information
First Listed on Newegg	July 03, 2026