LINKSYS MAX-STREAM MU-MIMO EA8500 SMART WI-FI ROUTER
SKU EA8500-EU
ULTIMATE SOLUTION FOR MULTI-DEVICE HOUSEHOLDS
The Max-Stream AC2600 Router is the ultimate solution for multi-device households.
Breakthrough MU-MIMO technology delivers 4.6x* faster Wi-Fi speeds to everyone and
everything on your busy network. Now the whole household can play video games, listen
to music, check email, shop, stream movies, and more--all simultaneously and without lag or
buffering.
EVERYBODY'S ONLINE. NOBODY'S WAITING
The Max-Stream AC2600 Router delivers plenty of bandwidth to all of your connected devices
such as streaming media players, smart TVs, tablets, and game consoles--maintaining a fast,
uninterrupted Wi-Fi connection even if multiple family members are all connected at the same time.
This allows everyone in your household to connect to the Internet at the same time without slowing
down your network.
REAKTHROUGH LINKSYS MU-MIMO FOR YOUR BUSY HOME NETWORK
Multi-User, Multiple-Input, Multiple-Output (MU-MIMO) technology ensures uninterrupted Wi-Fi
connections that function as if each device has its own dedicated router. You and other household
members can now connect to the Internet, stream media, and play online games simultaneously at
speeds up to 4.6x faster* than traditional Wi-Fi.
UNINTERRUPTED MOVIE STREAMING
No more frozen screens while streaming your favorite shows or movies. With Linksys
MU-MIMO technology, the entire household can enjoy smooth performance when simultaneously
streaming. The combined 2.53 Gbps Wi-Fi speeds** wipe out annoying buffering and enable faster
downloads.
IMPROVED MOBILE SPEED AND RANGE
Shop online, send emails, and even set up your router from your mobile device in any room
of your home without having to worry about signal drop-off. Beamforming technology delivers
whole-home coverage that targets Wi-Fi signals to provide increased signal strength and coverage
for each mobile device. Linksys Smart Wi-Fi allows you to monitor your home network anywhere from
your mobile device.
LAG-FREE ONLINE GAMING
Game without interruption from other devices on the network with the new MU-MIMO
technology. The router's supercharged 1.4 GHz dual-core processor and four high-speed
Gigabit Ethernet ports make it an ideal choice for gamers looking for blazing-fast wired
connections.
CUSTOMIZE AND MANAGE YOUR HOME WI-FI ANYTIME, ANYWHERE
With the Linksys Smart Wi-Fi App, you can closely monitor and manage your home Wi-Fi
remotely using a smartphone or tablet.
- Guest Access: Create a separate, password-protected Wi-Fi network for up to 50 guests
and easily share the password.
- Parental Controls: Ensure a safe Internet experience for your kids -- even when you're away
from home. Restrict access to inappropriate or distracting content, control usage, and block
specific devices from accessing the Internet.
- Device Prioritization: You can prioritize devices that need the most speed.
TECHNICAL SPECS
Network Standards:
* IEEE 802.11a
* IEEE 802.11b
* IEEE 802.11g
* IEEE 802.11n
* IEEE 802.11ac
Radio Frequency Bands:
* 2.4 & 5GHz
Ports:
* Power, Internet, Ethernet (1-4), USB 3.0, USB 2.0 / eSATA combo
LEDs:
* Internet, Ethernet (1-4), Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi Protected Setup, Power
Buttons:
* Reset, Wi-Fi Protected Setup, Power
Operating Temperature:
- 32 to 104 F (0 to 40 C)
Storage Temperature:
-4 to 140 F (-20 to 60 C)
Operating Humidity:
-10 to 80% Noncondensing
Max. Link Rate:
-1733 Mbps
Platform Compatibility:
* Windows XP
* Windows Vista 32/64
* Windows 7 32/64
* Windows 8 32/64
* Windows 8.1 32/64
* Mac OS X 10.5.8 Leopard
* Mac OS X 10.6.1 Snow Leopard
* Mac OS X 10.7 Lion
* Mac OS X 10.8 Mountain Lion
* Mac OS X 10.9 Mavericks
* Windows 10 32/64