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Linksys EA4500 Dual-Band N900 Router with Gigabit and USB

Linksys EA4500 Dual-Band N900 Router with Gigabit and USB

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Quicklinx: 8641WS00 Mfr#: EA4500-UK
  • IEEE 802.11n
Discontinued

Description

This new Cisco Linksys E4500 N900 wireless router features simultaneous dual-band wireless-N, four gigabit ports, and a 3x3 antenna configuration that helps to give it an unparalleled speed up to 900Mbps (450 + 450 Mbps) and an increase in the wireless range.

Additionally, a combination of internal and external amplifiers coupled with six antennas help increase the Cisco Linksys E4500 Wireless Routers signal strength across greater distances, providing improved home network coverage and reducing dead spots. Furthermore, included with the Cisco Linksys E4500 is Cisco Connect Cloud which gives you easy access to your home network from a browser or mobile device.

Cisco Connect Cloud
Included with this Cisco Linksys E4500 router is Cisco's Connect Cloud gives you easy access to your home network from a browser or mobile device. You can quickly check the status of your broadband connection and devices, give guests access to the Internet or protect your children while surfing the web with the parental control app. You can even prioritise what application or devices on your network should get the most bandwidth to help eliminate delays and buffering while streaming video or gaming online. And you can add more apps that will enrich your connected lifestyle!

The ultimate home theatre and gaming experience. Ideal for:

Large, multi-room homes and home theatres
Faster HD video streaming on tablets, TV's and mobile devices
Transferring and downloading large files
Connecting multiple devices -- TV's, Blu-ray players and game consoles
Adding storage, printers or other devices

The Power Of Dual-Band
Double your network bandwidth with Dual-Band N (2.4 and 5 GHz) designed to help avoid interference and maximise throughput. Ideal for HD video streaming, high speed file transfers and wireless gaming.

SpeedBoost
Higher quality antenna technology helps to maintain high speeds across greater distances throughout your home for maximum wireless coverage and in-home mobility.

Benefits Of Gigabit
Use the four Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000) ports for quick file sharing, 10x faster than standard Ethernet, between other Gigabit-enabled devices like computers, hard drives, and servers.

Advanced Security
Help keep your network and personal information protected with advanced WPA2 encryption and integrated firewall.

DLNA Certified Media Server
The USB port lets you add storage devices and printers to your network to share files or print wirelessly throughout your home. The built-in DLNA Certified media server enables media streaming to your TV, Xbox 360, PS3, or other DLNA compatible devices.

Optimised For Entertainment
Bring the ultimate entertainment experience to your home by connecting your computers, tablets, Internet-ready TVs, game consoles, media players and other devices to your wireless network and the Internet. The integrated QoS technology helps to prioritise latency-sensitive traffic which can help you to stream media, place a phone call or play multiplayer games without interruptions.

IPv6 Enabled
The Cisco Linksys E4500 router supports the latest Internet Protocol technology to help you future-proof your network.

Key Features

Simultaneous Dual-Band Wireless N (2.4 & 5 GHz)
10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet 4-port switch
Maximum speed up to 900Mbps (450 + 450 Mbps )
SpeedBoost - High quality antenna technology
IPv6 Enabled - future-proof your network
Faster HD video streaming on tablets & TVs
Advanced Security - WPA2 encryption and SPI firewall
USB port for shared storage & printers
3x3 MIMO antenna array to boost signal strength
Built-In UPnP AV media server

Standard Warranty: 2-Years

  • Home theater

    Gets faster HD/3D video streaming on tablets, laptops, and Smart TVs so you can watch movies, live concerts, and your favorite shows from any room in the home.
  • Tech toys

    Connect your Smart TVs, Blu-ray players, and game consoles to take your quality family time to a whole new level.
  • Work and play

    Chat with friends, download large files, print wirelessly, share and back-up your photos, web conference, and more with all the wireless devices in your home.
  • Wireless-N

    Built with leading 802.11n technology for top performance and range.
  • High speed

    Get fast transfer rates, perfect for surfing the web, sharing files and streaming media.
  • IPv6 enabled

    Supports the Internet Protocol technology to future-proof your network.
  • Simultaneous dual-band

    Double the network bandwidth to avoid interference and maximize throughput.
  • SpeedBoost

    Increases signal strength across greater distances for added in-home mobility.
  • USB storage port

    Add external storage, printers and other devices to share across your network.

Specifications

Summary

Product Description
Linksys EA4500 - wireless router - 802.11a/b/g/n - desktop
Device Type
Wireless router - 4-port switch (integrated)
Enclosure Type
Desktop
WAN Ports Qty
1
Data Link Protocol
Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11n
Frequency Band
2.4 GHz / 5 GHz
Routing Protocol
RIP, static IP routing
Remote Management Protocol
HTTP, HTTPS
Features
128-bit encryption, NAT support, Stateful Packet Inspection (SPI), dynamic DNS server, MAC address filtering, IPv6 support, VPN passthrough, parental control, firmware upgradable, wall mountable, Quality of Service (QoS), Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS), DHCP server, port forwarding, UPnP Media Server
Compliant Standards
IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11g, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED, IEEE 802.11n, DLNA CERTIFIED, UPnP
Dimensions (WxDxH)
22.5 cm x 16 cm x 2.5 cm
Weight
360 g
Microsoft Certification
Compatible with Windows 7
Localisation
United Kingdom
Manufacturer Warranty
1-year warranty


Detailed Specification

General

Device Type
Wireless router - 4-port switch (integrated)
Enclosure Type
Desktop
Connectivity Technology
Wireless, wired
Data Link Protocol
Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11n
Frequency Band
2.4 GHz / 5 GHz
Routing Protocol
RIP, static IP routing
Remote Management Protocol
HTTP, HTTPS
Encryption Algorithm
128-bit WEP, WPA, WPA2
Features
128-bit encryption, NAT support, Stateful Packet Inspection (SPI), dynamic DNS server, MAC address filtering, IPv6 support, VPN passthrough, parental control, firmware upgradable, wall mountable, Quality of Service (QoS), Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS), DHCP server, port forwarding, UPnP Media Server
Compliant Standards
IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11g, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED, IEEE 802.11n, DLNA CERTIFIED, UPnP, IC, FCC
Status Indicators
Port status, power

Expansion / Connectivity

Interfaces
LAN: 4 x 10Base-T/100Base-TX/1000Base-T - RJ-45 , WAN: 1 x RJ-45 , USB: 1 x 4 pin USB Type A

Aerial

Aerial
Internal
Antenna Qty
6

Power

Power Device
External power adapter

Miscellaneous

Cables Included
1 x network cable
Compatible with Windows 7
"Compatible with Windows 7" software and devices carry Microsoft’s assurance that these products have passed tests for compatibility and reliability with 32-bit and 64-bit Windows 7.
Localisation
United Kingdom

Software / System Requirements

Software Included
Drivers & Utilities

Dimensions & Weight

Width
22.5 cm
Depth
16 cm
Height
2.5 cm
Weight
360 g

Manufacturer Warranty

Service & Support
Limited warranty - 1 year

Environmental Parameters

Min Operating Temperature
0 °C
Max Operating Temperature
40 °C
Humidity Range Operating
10 - 80% (non-condensing)
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