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D-Link launches 3 new routers based on 11AC Wireless technology

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High-bandwidth and intense networking tasks require superior processing powers and speeds which are achievable through the 11AC wireless technology. The newest routers launched by D-Link is based on the 11AC tech and helps users achieve great speeds and efficient navigation through a rich set of features and attributes that each of the routers bring. The three new routers are DIR-2150, DIR-1950, and DIR-1260.

Each of these Gigabit routers come with an easy installation process guided through step-by-step instructions. They are also integrated with profile-based parental controls which help users track their kids’ online activities, and a built-in speed test powered by Ookla, which is the gold standard in speed testing today. Additionally, the routers are also compatible with voice assistants like Amazon’s Alexa and the Google Assistant. These routers are designed to aid users simultaneously stream high-quality content, transfer large files, and enjoy lag-free gaming.  

The D-Link AC2100 Wi-Fi Gigabit Router – DIR-2150

This router comes with a 880 MHz dual-core high-power processor, 128MB of flash memory, and 128MB of RAM. D-Link states that this router is perfect for those looking for ‘uninterrupted high-speed bandwidth for multiple devices for buffer-free HD streaming, video/ phone calls, online gaming, and content rich web surfing throughout home or office’.

The D-Link AC1900 Wi-Fi certified EasyMesh Gigabit Router (DIR-1950)

This router combines the high-speed 802.11ac Wi-Fi with dual-band technology and Gigabit Ethernet ports to provide a powerful wireless networking solution. Apart from supporting other compatible D-Link Wi-Fi certified EasyMesh devices, this router enables users to design and manage a single customised mesh network, where mobile devices can be allotted their own least congested band, thereby allowing users to go from one space to another without any interruptions or lags. The 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet ports gives solid, dependable wired performance for devices such as Network Attached Storage (NAS), media centres, and gaming consoles.

The D-Link AC1200 Gigabit Router (DIR-1260)

Similar to the DIR-2150, the DIR-1260 has an 880 MHz dual-core processor, 128MB of flash memory, and 128MB of RAM as well. It is accurately designed for usage within homes and it provides dual-bands speed upto 300Mbps (2.4GHz) + 867 Mbps (5 GHz). It also has 4 Gigabit ports and the latest WPA3 wireless encryption for enhanced security.

The D-Link DIR-2150, DIR-1950 and DIR-1260 are available at an estimated street price of Rs. 6599, Rs.5999 and Rs. 2999 respectively. For more information, please visit this page.

TP-Link Ranked 1 In WLAN Devices For 10 Consecutive Years

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For the 10th consecutive year, TP-Link has secured the first rank as a global provider of WLAN devices, according to the IDC Quarterly Wireless LAN Tracker, Q4 2020, which also reported that TP-Link shipped around 18 million WLAN products in Q4 2020, thus, harnessing 17.8 % of the global market share.

In the European and South East Asian markets, TP-Link has also seen tremendous growth of its Business WLAN products. TP-Link has also retained the first position in shipping SOHO WLAN products. TP-Link was founded in 1996, and supplies its products to over 170 countries.

“10 years of leading the WLAN market encourages us at TP-Link to keep our focus on bringing the connected lifestyle to more people. Adhering to TP-Link’s motto, ‘Reliably Smart’, we thank you for being together with us, bridging the world through fast and responsive networks”, TP-Link mentions in their press release.  

TP-Link are indulged in new iterations of its latest technologies which are integrated with Wi-Fi 6, Wi-Fi 6E, SDN, and more. To know more about its new products, please visit this page.

Linksys E5600 is a budget-friendly Wi-Fi router promoting working from home

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Linksys E5600 (AC1200) Wi-Fi 5 router, which can cover up to 1000 square feet, can handle up to 10 devices at a time at speeds of up to 1.2Gbps. It’s affordable pricing also makes it a solution for those who are seeking for better solutions to work from home.

This router is integrated with a dual band AC1200 which means that it is capable of providing 866Mbps speeds at 5GHz in addition to 300Mbps on 2.4GHz. The Linksys E5600 has 4 internal antennas and is equipped with the OFDMA technology, with Wi-Fi 4 and Wi-Fi 5.

The E5600 is powered by a 880 MHz Dual-Core processor with 128MB RAM and 128 MB Flash. Connectivity-wise, the router is equipped with 5 Gigabit Ethernet ports which are essentially 1 WAN and 4 LAN ports. It provides a personal WPA2 and SPI Firewall as security measures as well. The E5600 also provides Parental Controls and Guest Access to ensure that the network is always secure.

Linksys has also mentioned that ‘all E-series routers will also have the ability to support EasyMesh by 2021. This means that users can future-proof and expand their home network by adding any other EasyMesh compatible routers’.

“Working and learning from home has created a whole new dynamic in the Indian networking industry. For Linksys, India plays a pivotal role in our overall global strategic plans and the E5600-AH AC 1200 router is a reflection of that goal. We specifically had the customer in mind when we wanted to create and design a beautiful, yet affordable, well-functioning router tailor made for average size Indian homes”, says Mr. Kartik Bakshi, Country Manager, Linksys India

The Linksys E5600 Wi-Fi 5 router is available on Amazon for Rs. 4,999 (SRP Rs. 3,499). For more information, please visit this page.

Review: TP-Link RE505X

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Not the usual Wi-Fi range extender
Rs. 5,999, tp-link.in

It’s safe to say that most of us have a wireless router at home but there have been instances where the Wi-Fi network is spotty in some areas compared to another in your home. One can address these deadspots is by installing a repeater or use mesh routers. Both TP-Link and Asus allow transforming select regular routers into mesh ones but TP-Link has gone a step further by allowing repeaters to act as mesh network nodes. This month we have the RE505X, which does exactly that. It works as a repeater for any non-supported OneMesh router but transforms into a mesh node with a compatible one.

Clad in white, the RE505X has a design similar to most other repeaters in the market but two things that set it apart are the external antennas for better reception and its sheer size. The RE505X is a giant compared to other repeaters but sports a clean, streamlined design. There are four status LEDs on the front with the WPS button and reset key on the right whereas the gigabit ethernet port is placed on the left.

One can setup the repeater via the web interface or can download the Tether app from the respective app store. The RE505X can be used as an access point or as a repeater. Irrespective of the modes you use, setup is a cinch. The only thing we did not appreciate is the fact that it does not allow to set a separate password of the extended network. It allows to create a separate SSID but keeps the same password as the network that is being repeated.

The RE505X is an AX1500 range extender, which means it supports the latest Wi-Fi 6 standard. Needless to say, older devices are compatible as well and supports theoretical speeds of up to 300Mbps on 2.4GHz band and up to 1200Mbps on 5GHz.

The RE505X delivers decent coverage to eliminate deadspots and even comes with handy features like Location Assistant that is accessible via the app. A quick scan will tell if the repeater is placed in a good wireless coverage area of the main router. There’s an intelligent signal light on the device as well that indicates the same. The app and the web interface gives granular controls to get the most out of the RE505X. One can control the wireless coverage and access, enable/disable high-speed mode that repeats the router’s connection via one frequency band and transmits on the other. OneMesh works with compatible TP-Link routers and all it takes a single to transform the RE505X into a mesh node.

That said, RE505X is a power-packed range extender that delivers on what it is intended for. Get a compatible OneMesh device and you can create a cost-effective mesh network of your own.

RATING 4/5
WE’RE IMPRESSED Performance
WE’D IMPROVE Set separate passwords
THE LAST WORD A power-packed repeater that can be transformed into a mesh node with OneMesh support.

TP-Link Expands Omada Cloud Solution with Software Defined Networking options

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TP-Link Omada is a cloud solution for business networking platforms and now, TP-Link have now upgraded Omada with new Software Defined Networking (SDN) solutions that encompass the use to new SafeStream gateways, JetStream switches, and Omada Wi-Fi 6 and Wi-Fi 5 access points.

TP-Link claims that these solutions ‘are specially designed for hospitality, education, retail, office and other industries, providing scenario-baed products and extensive benefits’. Through the Omada SDN, the cloud management is fully centralized, and all connected devices can be controlled from a single interface.

Some other features offered by TP-Link’s Omada SDN are: Zero-Touch Provision, Easy Network Monitoring, AI-Driven Technology for ‘stronger performance and easy network maintenance’, Automatic Channel Selection, Power Adjustment, higher security, high-density Wi-Fi deployment for HD Series and AX Series access points.

The Omada SDN is dedicated to aid smoother network management by overcoming challenges like distribution of network information over multiple devices, readjusting networking infrastructure and more.

TP-Link mentioned that, “Omada SDN is a network with a controller as the core so as to realize automatic deployment of network services and automatic data distribution across gateways, switches, and access points.”

For more information, please visit this page.