Linksys announce MU-MIMO router
At CES 2016, Linksys has announced new MU-MIMO networking solutions that will be launched from the month of May 2016. The lineup includes two new routers, one range extender and a USB adapter. Linksys MAX-STREAM will be the new lineup that take advantage of 802.11ac Wave 2 MU-MIMO (Multi-User, Multiple Input, Multiple Output) technology Wi-Fi.
“Our new line-up of Linksys MU-MIMO solutions provide the networking backbone to allow consumers to enjoy high-performance and simultaneous Wi-Fi, including speed, range, and coverage”, said Justin Doucette, director of product management, Linksys. “With the rise of 4K streaming and the growth of MU-MIMO clients, having the latest MU-MIMO technology is the best way to ensure users get the best Wi-Fi experience possible.”
Linksys MAX-STREAM AC1900 Dual-Band MU-MIMO GIGABIT ROUTER (EA7500)
- Qualcomm IPQ 1.4GHz Dual Core Processor
- The Latest Wi-Fi Standard – 802.11ac Wave 2 with MU-MIMO
- Dual-band AC1900 Wireless speeds up to* 1300 Mbps 5 GHz + 600 Mbps 2.4Ghz
- 4 Gigabit Ethernet LAN ports, 1 Gigabit WAN
- USB 3.0, 2.0 ports
- Smart Wi-Fi app for remote access, control and troubleshooting
MSRP $199.99
Availability planned – February 2016
Linksys MAX-STREAM AC5400 Tri-Band Wi-Fi Router with MU-MIMO (EA9500)
- 1.4 GHz Dual Core Processor
- Tri-Band Wireless AC5400 (1000 Mbps 2.4Ghz + 2166 Mbps 5Ghz + 2166 Mbps 5GHz)
- The Latest Wi-Fi Standard – 802.11ac Wave 2 includes Mu-MIMO
- 9 Gigabit Ethernet ports (8 LAN, 1 WAN) and USB 3.0, 2.0 ports
- 8 external antennas for maximum coverage
- WPA/WPA2 encryption and SPI firewall keep your network safely connected
- Smart Wi-Fi app for remote access, control and troubleshooting
MSRP $399.99
Availability Planned – April 2016
Linksys MAX-STREAM AC1900+ MU-MIMO Wi-Fi Range Extender (RE7000)
- Dual Band Wireless AC1900 – AC1733 + N300
- The Latest Wi-Fi Standard – 802.11ac Wave 2 includes MU-MIMO
- Seamless Roaming
- Crossband Technology
- Plug-In Form factor
- Multi-Mode – Repeater, Access Point
- One Gigabit Ethernet Port
MSRP $149.99
Availability Planned – Spring 2016
Linksys MAX-STREAM AC600 USB MU-MIMO Adapter (WUSB6100M)
- AC Wave 2 – MU-MIMO (AC433 + N150)
- Beamforming
- USB 2.0
- Plug ‘n Play with Simple Pairing
- Works with Any Wi-Fi Router; Optimized with MAX-STREAM
MSRP: $59.99
Availability Planned – Spring 2016