Linksys Max-Stream AC2600 MU-MIMO Gigabit Router

Product Overview

The Linksys Max-Stream AC2600 MU-MIMO Gigabit Router is engineered for high-performance Wi-Fi, enabling simultaneous gaming, streaming, music listening, and online shopping for all users without compromising speed or stability. It features advanced MU-MIMO technology, allowing multiple users and devices to access the network concurrently at speeds up to 3x faster than traditional Wi-Fi, effectively providing a dedicated network experience for each device. The router delivers combined Wi-Fi speeds of 2.53 Gbps, significantly reducing buffering and accelerating downloads. A powerful 1.4 GHz dual-core CPU and four Gigabit Ethernet ports ensure blazing-fast speeds for demanding wired gaming. Connectivity options include USB 3.0, USB 2.0, and eSATA ports, facilitating uninterrupted personal cloud content streaming or data sharing across the network. Four adjustable external antennas optimize coverage, while Beamforming Technology concentrates the Wi-Fi signal directly to each device, enhancing performance, mobile speed, and range.

Users can remotely monitor and manage their network from anywhere using the exclusive Linksys Smart Wi-Fi platform. The integrated Network Map feature within Smart Wi-Fi offers a visual overview of all connected devices, their online status, and signal strength, simplifying setup and management via any mobile device.

Key Features and Benefits

• MU-MIMO: Enables multiple users to connect and use multiple devices on the network simultaneously without experiencing lag or buffering.
• Dual-Band (5 GHz + 2.4 GHz): Operates on two independent, dedicated Wi-Fi bands, delivering combined speeds of up to 2.53 Gbps.
• USB 3.0 Port: Connect external storage devices or printers for network sharing at speeds up to 10x faster than USB 2.0.
• eSATA/USB 2.0 Port: Supports external storage with data transfer speeds up to 3 Gbps, and also accommodates USB 2.0 devices (up to 480 Mbps).
• Dual-Core CPU: A 1.4 GHz dual-core processor provides extremely fast data transfer speeds.
• 4x4 AC: Features four simultaneous streams of data for stronger, faster wireless performance.
• Beamforming Technology: Focuses the Wi-Fi signal directly to each connected device on the network for improved stability and range.
• 4 Adjustable Antennas: External antennas can be positioned to achieve optimal signal performance and coverage.
• Smart Wi-Fi: Provides remote access and control over your home network from any location.
• Network Map: Offers a visual map of your home network, allowing users to monitor device status, signal strength, and bandwidth usage.

Performance Highlights

Experience Wi-Fi speeds up to 3x faster for everyone and everything on your busy network.

[Icon: Home Network] 1 Home | [Icon: Multiple Devices] Many Devices | [Icon: Single Router] 1 Router

Package Contents

• Linksys AC2600 Max-Stream MU-MIMO Gigabit Router (EA8500)
• Quick Start Guide
• 4 Detachable Antennas
• Ethernet Cable
• Power Adapter
• CD-ROM with Documentation

Technical Specifications

Processor

1.4 GHz Dual-Core ARM-based

Minimum System Requirements

For Router Setup and Linksys Smart Wi-Fi access:

• Latest versions of Google Chrome™, Firefox®, Safari® (for Mac® or iPad®), or Internet Explorer® versions 8 or newer.

For Printer Sharing and User Documentation:

• PC: Wi-Fi enabled with CD or DVD drive, Windows® XP SP3, Windows Vista® SP1 or later, Windows 7, or Windows 8.
• Mac: Wi-Fi enabled with CD or DVD drive, Mac OS® X Leopard v10.5.8 or later, Snow Leopard v10.6.1 or later, Lion v10.7, Mountain Lion v10.8, Mavericks v10.9, or Yosemite v10.10.

User Documentation is also available at: www.linksys.com/support

Wireless Standards with Link Rate

• IEEE 802.11ac (up to 1733 Mbps for 5 GHz)
• IEEE 802.11n (up to 800 Mbps for 2.4 GHz / up to 600 Mbps for 5 GHz)
• IEEE 802.11g (up to 54 Mbps)
• IEEE 802.11a (up to 54 Mbps)
• IEEE 802.11b (up to 11 Mbps)

Wireless Operating Spectrum

• Simultaneous Dual-Band: 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz
• Next-Generation Wireless-AC Technology for Powerful Networking.

Wireless Encryption

• WEP 64/128-bit
• WPA2 Personal
• WPA2 Enterprise
• WPA2/WPA Mixed Personal
• WPA2/WPA Mixed Enterprise

VPN Support

• PPTP Pass-through
• IPSec Pass-through
• L2TP Pass-through

Media Specifications

• DLNA media server

Memory

• 128MB Flash
• 512MB DDR3 RAM

LED Indicators

• Power, Internet, Ethernet (1-4), Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi Protected Setup™

Storage File System Support

• FAT, NTFS, and HFS+

Power Adapter

• Input: 100-240V ~ 50-60 Hz
• Output: 12V/3.5A

Radio Specifications

• Operating Frequencies:
• 2.4GHz: 2412-2472 MHz
• 5GHz: 5180-5240MHz
• Output Power (EIRP):
• 2.4GHz: 19.48 dBm
• 5GHz: 22.48 dBm

Antenna Gain

• 2.4GHz: ANT1: [Value Missing], ANT2: 6.30, ANT3: 6.30, ANT4: 6.30, ANT5: 0.60
• 5GHz: ANT1: 4.59, ANT2: 4.59, ANT3: 4.59, ANT4: 4.59, ANT5: [Value Missing]

Antenna Type

External Di-Pole (4x), Internal PIFA (1x)

Ports

• 1x Gigabit Internet port
• 4x Gigabit Ethernet ports
• 1x USB 3.0 port
• 1x eSATA/USB 2.0 port

USB/eSATA ports are for sharing photos, videos, music, and files on an attached storage drive via SAMBA, DLNA, or FTP, or for sharing a printer.

Physical Dimensions and Weight

• Product Weight (kg): 0.72
• Product Depth (cm): 18.4
• Product Width (cm): 25.6
• Product Height (cm): 5.61
• Unit Weight (kg): 1.56
• Unit Depth (cm): 28.4
• Unit Width (cm): 36.7
• Unit Height (cm): 9.1

Case Pack Information

• Case Pack Quantity (*PL): 4
• Case Pack Weight (kg) (*PL): 7.31
• Case Pack Length (cm) (*PL): 38.8
• Case Pack Width (cm) (*PL): 39.4
• Case Pack Height (cm) (*PL): 32.2

Warranty

2-Year Limited Warranty

Part Numbers

• Part Number: EA8500-ME
• Description: MAX-STREAM AC2600 MU-MIMO GIGABIT ROUTER
• UPC: 745883686537
• EAN: 4260184665563