Linksys Expands Line-up of Wireless Rang Extenders

PRESS RELEASE

New Linksys Range Extenders Help Eliminate Dead Zones and Boost Wi-Fi Signals throughout the Home

Rushden, UK – October 28, 2015 – Linksys®, a leading brand in wireless networking, today announced new additions to its line-up of Linksys Wi-Fi Range Extenders; the Linksys AC1200 BOOST EX Range Extender (RE6400) and Linksys AC750 BOOST Range Extender (RE6300). Both new range extenders help boost those Wi-Fi signal bars in areas of the home where they are weak, so mobile devices can connect to the Internet and to each other more reliably throughout the home.

Weak Wi-Fi signals in some parts of a house or apartment are caused by blocking elements such as walls, mirrors, refrigerators or interference from other devices like baby monitors, microwaves, other wireless networks or DECT phones. Range Extenders help enhance wireless coverage and eliminate “dead spots” for a better Wi-Fi experience throughout the home. 

“Wireless signals from Wi-Fi routers can be affected by the number of walls they need to pass through, as well as by other wireless signals from neighbouring routers in densely populated areas,” said Bart Bomers, senior director, product and channel management, International Markets, Linksys. “A range extender can help extend the reach of a Wi-Fi signal to all the areas that you want to access the internet, such as distant bedrooms, basements, or even the backyard.  Our new range extenders come with Spot Finder, a simple approach to placing the range extender in the most optimal spot, which is halfway between the router and the dead spot.” 

What Linksys Range Extenders Provide

Linksys provides a line-up of range extenders to meet the needs of families with Wireless-N and Wireless-AC home networks.  They are compatible with any wireless router** and are designed to extend Wi-Fi signals, whether supplied by a broadband provider or purchased by the consumer, without needing to modify router settings.

Linksys AC1200 BOOST EX Range Extender (RE6400)

Linksys AC750 BOOST Range Extender (RE6300)

The Linksys AC1200 Boost EX Wi-Fi Range Extender (RE6400) and Linksys AC750 Boost Wi-Fi Range Extender (RE6300) help eliminate Wi-Fi dead spots throughout the home by increasing the wireless signal from an existing Wireless-AC router. With up to 7,500 square feet*† (RE6400) or up to 6,500 square feet*† (RE6300) of coverage, both range extenders come equipped with Cross-Band technology, which maximises simultaneous use of both bands for high speed data transfer and uninterrupted streaming and gaming. The result is a stronger, more consistent signal throughout your home. Connect a wired device like gaming console, blu-ray player, smart TV, or streaming player to your Wi-Fi network via the Gigabit Ethernet port.

Key Features:

• Dual-Band Wireless-AC technology featuring wireless AC1200 and AC750 versions
• Works with any router or gateway including routers supplied by service provider**
• Push Button Connect feature simply syncs range extender to a home router 
• Easy setup from mobile devices with exclusive Spot Finder Technology for optimal placement
• Cross-Band Technology maximises the simultaneous use of both bands for a faster and stronger signal
• Beamforming Technology concentrates the signal and focuses it directly to connected devices for optimal performance
• Gigabit Ethernet Port to connect additional devices for a hard wired connection
• Two external antennas for enhanced performance and throughput

The chart below helps provide an at-glance look at how the new Linksys Range Extenders stack up and which one would be ideal for a user’s home experience.

Pricing and Availability

The RE6300 and RE6400 will be available to buy from late November with an MSRP of £49.99 and £59.99 respectively

About Linksys

The Linksys brand has pioneered wireless connectivity since its inception in 1988 with its leading innovation and engineering strategies, and best-in-class technology, design, and customer service.  Linksys enables a connected lifestyle for people at home, at work and on the move, and with its award-winning products, simplifies home control, entertainment, security and Internet access through innovative features and a growing application and partner ecosystem. For more information, visit linksys.com, like us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter or watch us on YouTube. 

*Maximum performance derived from IEEE Standard 802.11 specification. Actual performance can vary, including lower wireless network capacity, data throughput rate, range and coverage. Performance depends on many factors, conditions and variables, including distance from the access point, volume of network traffic, building materials and construction, operating system used, mix of wireless products used, interference and other adverse conditions.

†Range specifications are based on performance test results under normal use case conditions. Actual ranges will increase or decrease depending on wireless obstructions, operating environments and building material. Wireless coverage claims are used only as reference and are not guaranteed, as each wireless network is unique.

**Compatibility claim based on range extender’s ability to repeat the router’s signal. Range extenders have not been tested with all routers

Specifications are subject to change without notice. An active, customer-purchased Internet Service Provider broadband account is required for connection to the Internet.