TP-Link BE6500 Wi-Fi 7 Range Extender RE405BE

Introduction

The TP-Link BE6500 Wi-Fi 7 Range Extender (RE405BE) is designed to significantly enhance your home or office wireless network. It leverages the latest Wi-Fi 7 standards to deliver unprecedented speeds, lower latency, and greater capacity, ensuring a seamless and powerful connectivity experience for all your devices.

Key Highlights

Wi-Fi 7 — Wi-Fi Like Never Before

Experience the future of wireless networking with Wi-Fi 7. The RE405BE supports Multi-Link Operation (MLO), allowing it to transmit data across both the 5 GHz and 2.4 GHz bands simultaneously to Wi-Fi 7 clients. This results in faster Wi-Fi speeds compared to previous Wi-Fi 6/6E range extenders.

Network Setup and Modes

Home Network Diagram Description

The diagram illustrates a typical home network setup. An "Internet" source connects to a "Router". The "RE405BE" range extender is placed to expand the "Existing Router Coverage" into "Expanded Coverage" areas. Devices like "Work Stations", a "Server", a "TV", and an "8K Video" device are shown connected within the expanded coverage. Speed indicators show 5764 Mbps (5GHz) and 688 Mbps (2.4GHz) between the router and the RE405BE, and also to the connected devices, highlighting the high-speed capabilities.

2.5 Gbps Wired Connection Options

The RE405BE features a 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet Port, offering flexible connectivity options:

• Range Extender Mode: Connect your PC, smart TV, game console, or NAS device directly to the 2.5 Gbps port for a blazing-fast wired connection.
• Access Point Mode: Connect the RE405BE to your router via the 2.5G wired connection to transform it into a high-speed tri-band wireless signal, extending your network wirelessly.

Visual representation shows the RE405BE connected via Ethernet to a router, with Wi-Fi signals emanating from it, and also shows devices directly connected to the RE405BE's 2.5 Gbps port.

Key Features

• Ease of Use:
  • Intuitive Web UI for quick and simple installation.
  • Fast Setup with a one-touch connection using the WPS button.
  • Hassle-free Management via the TP-Link Tether App (available on Android and iOS).
  • Online Upgrade for keeping firmware up-to-date.
• Speed:
  • Ultimate Wireless Speed: Up to 688 Mbps (2.4 GHz) + 5764 Mbps (5 GHz).
  • Support Wi-Fi 7: Turbocharges devices with wireless speeds up to 6.5 Gbps.
  • Adaptive Path Selection: Automatically chooses the fastest connection path to the router for optimal performance.
• Reliability:
  • Simultaneous Dual-Band: Allows more devices to connect without performance drops.
  • Reliable Connection: External antennas ensure optimal Wi-Fi coverage.
  • Ultra-Low Latency: Enhances online experiences for gaming and streaming.
• Security:
  • Enhanced Security with WPA3: Keeps your home network safe and secure. WPA3 encryption requires client support.
• Compatibility:
  • Broad Compatibility: Works with all Wi-Fi generations (IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be) and Wi-Fi devices.

Specifications

Hardware

• Button: WPS Button, Reset Button
• Port: 1x 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet Port
• Antennas: 4 External Antennas
• Dimensions: 3.1 × 1.5 × 6.3 in (80.6 x 39 x 161 mm)

The device features 4 high-performance antennas, a WPS button, and a 2.5 Gbps LAN port. A "Smart Signal Indicator" helps users find the best spot to extend Wi-Fi, with states indicating "Strong Signal" (✅) or "Weak Signal" (⚠️).

Wireless

• Wireless Standards: IEEE 802.11a/n/ac/ax/be (5 GHz), IEEE 802.11b/g/n/ax/be (2.4 GHz)
• Frequency: 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz
• Signal Rate: 688 Mbps (2.4 GHz), 5764 Mbps (5 GHz)
• Transmit Power (FCC): EIRP≤30dBm (2.4GHz), EIRP≤23dBm (5GHz band2 and band3), EIRP≤30dBm (5GHz band3 and band4)
• Reception Sensitivity:
  • 2.4 GHz:
    • 11BE EHT20 MCS0: -95dBm, 11BE EHT20 MCS11: -65dBm
    • 11BE EHT40 MCS0: -93dBm, 11BE EHT40 MCS11: -63dBm
  • 5 GHz:
    • 11be EHT20 MCS0: -95dBm, 11be EHT20 MCS13: -59dBm
    • 11be EHT40 MCS0: -92dBm, 11be EHT40 MCS13: -56dBm
    • 11be EHT80 MCS0: -89dBm, 11be EHT80 MCS13: -53dBm
    • 11be EHT160 MCS0: -86dBm, 11be EHT160 MCS13: -52dBm
• Wireless Function: LED Control, Access Control, Power Schedule, Wi-Fi Coverage
• Wireless Security: Enhanced Open, WPA/WPA-PSK2, WPA2/WPA3 encryptions

Others

• Certification: FCC, RoHS
• System Requirements: Microsoft Edge, Firefox, Chrome, Safari, or other JavaScript-enabled browser (latest version recommended).
• Package Contents: Range Extender RE405BE, Quick Installation Guide.

Important Notes

Maximum wireless signal rates are physical rates derived from IEEE Standard 802.11 specifications. Higher capacity is based on laboratory test data. Actual wireless data throughput, coverage, and connected devices may vary due to factors like internet service provider, network conditions, client limitations, and environmental factors.

Compatibility with routers or gateways with altered, open-source, or non-standard firmware is not guaranteed. Uninterrupted Streaming requires devices supporting 802.11k/v. Features like Multi-link Operation (MLO) and 4K-QAM require client support.

TP-Link EasyMesh-compatible products can network with other EasyMesh devices; firmware conflicts may occur. This product is compatible with standardized EasyMesh technology but has not obtained the Wi-Fi EasyMesh™ certification. Unified management is available for TP-Link EasyMesh-compatible devices.

Wi-Fi generations refer to IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be standards; all devices must support 802.11 Wi-Fi protocols. WPA3 requires client support.

"Lower Latency" refers to improvements compared to Wi-Fi 6/6E range extenders, based on laboratory tests.

Actual network speed may be limited by Ethernet WAN/LAN port rates, network cable, ISP factors, and environmental conditions. The range extender may not support all mandatory features of the IEEE 802.11be specification. Further software upgrades may be required for feature availability.

Images are for reference only. The actual product prevails in case of inconsistencies.

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