Linksys (RE6500HG-FFP) AC1200 Max Wi-Fi Gigabit Range Extender / Repeater with High-Gain Antennas: Computers & Accessories

Description

Two high-gain antennas deliver a strong signal. With the Linksys AC1200 MAX Wi-Fi Range Extender (RE6500HG), you can easily extend the range of your existing wireless router. Simply position the RE6500HG in your home where you need connectivity or experience a weak signal--say, an upstairs bedroom or office or another remote area of your home such as a patio or deck. The RE6500HG will repeat the signal from the router and redistribute it to reduce wireless dead spots. Not only does the RE6500HG offer dual-band WiFi, it also features Crossband technology, which means the dual wireless bands can receive information on one band and transmit on the other, reducing dropped data packets and delivering a stronger, more consistent signal throughout your home. The RE6500HG sports a pair of super-tall, high-gain antennas that serve to amplify the Wi-Fi signal strength throughout your home, making it great for streaming HD videos or playing online games. These high-gain antennas are designed to eliminate dead zones that can occur when walls or construction materials obstruct the signal between your Wi-Fi devices and the extender. Since the antennas are adjustable, you can position them to optimize the performance of your wireless network. The range extender features simultaneous dual bands, which means it transmits at both the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz frequencies at the same time. It extends 2.4 and 5 GHz Wi-Fi up to N300 Mbps + AC867 Mbps and reduces interference. So no matter which band your wireless devices use, they'll automatically connect to the best available band for the fastest possible performance. The RE6500HG sports an audio jack on the back, which enables you to connect a stereo system or a speaker to the range extender and wirelessly stream music from your smartphone or laptop. In addition to wireless connectivity, the RE6500HG features four Gigabit Ethernet ports that are 10 times faster than traditional Fast Ethernet ports, allowing you to establish fast, secure wired connections to desktop or laptop computers or virtually any other Internet-enabled device. Placing the range extender on a desk near the device makes wired connections easy. The RE6500HG features wireless-AC technology for optimal throughput and is compatible with virtually any Wi-Fi router or gateway. Simply connect it to your current wireless network to enjoy Internet access on all your devices from anywhere in your home. This product requires a wireless router or access point as well as a Wi-Fi-enabled computer that has an Ethernet port and that runs the Microsoft Windows XP SP3, Windows Vista SP1 or later, Windows 7, or Windows 8 operating system or the Mac OS X Leopard 10.5.8 or later, Snow Leopard 10.6.1 or later, Lion 10.7 or later, or Mountain Lion 10.8 or later operating system. Using the Linksys range extender Max, You can easily extend the range of your existing wireless Router to create a strong Wi-Fi signal for all the devices in and around your home, including smartphones, tablets, Ultra books, and more. The RE6500 extends the wireless coverage area by up to 10, 000 square feet to eliminate dead zones. Greater coverage allows you to enjoy fast Wi-Fi speeds on your laptop or tablet-even if you're outside on the patio or in the backyard. Thanks to high-speed Wireless-AC technology, the RE6500 creates Wi-Fi speeds that are up to three times faster than Wireless-N. You also get double the channel bandwidth, with 80MHz wide channels providing more room for more data to flow faster than ever. With this extra speed, you can stream HD-quality videos and play online games seamlessly without interruptions or lag. The RE6500 features simultaneous dual bands, which means it transmits at both The 2. 4GHz and 5GHz frequencies at the same time. It extends 2. 4 and 5GHz Wi-Fi up to N300 Mbps + AC867 Mbps and reduces interference. So no matter which band your wireless devices use, they'll automatically connect to the best available band for the fastest possible performance.

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