Linksys - AC1900 Dual-Band Wi-Fi Router - Black/Blue
- General
- Brand: Linksys
- Model Number: WRT1900ACS
- Product Name: AC1900 Dual-Band Wi-Fi Router
- Color: Black/Blue
- Security
- Data Encryption: true
- Encryption Type: WEP, WPA-Personal, WPA2-Personal, WPA-Enterprise, WPA2-Enterprise, Other (The security protocols or certification programs that protect the Wi-Fi network.)
- Firewall Type: SPI (The method the firewall uses to filter and process data to increase network security, primarily by blocking malicious traffic requests while allowing legitimate traffic through.)
- Security Features: Parental controls; WEP, WPA2/WPA-Mixed, WPA-Personal, WPA2-Personal, WPA-Enterprise, WPA2-Enterprise and Radius encryption; SPI firewall
- Parental Controls: true (Allows user to block unwanted content, signals, channels, networks, etc. from being received or accessed.)
- Network
- Quality Of Service (QoS) Traffic Prioritization: true (Allows a user to manage a device's network performance by configuring the types of traffic that receive top priority for transmission. High priority functions and applications receive maximum network performance, while low priority traffic receives minimum performance.)
- Ethernet Standard: 10/100/1000 (Each standard is a variation of the IEEE 802.3 set of computer networking technologies known as Ethernet. New versions evolved to include higher bandwidth, different physical media, and other new and improved features. Standards are often denoted by speeds (in Megabits per second). For example, a 10/100/1000 Ethernet port transmits at 10 Mbps, 100 Mbps, and 1000 Mbps (1 Gbps).)
- Number of Antennas: 4
- Frequency Band: Other (Bands may be grouped into categories such as low- and high-band VHF (Very High Frequency), low- and high-band UHF (Ultra High Frequency), or certain frequency channels (measured in MHz or GHz). Generally, higher frequencies transmit information faster but have shorter range than lower frequencies.)
- Wireless Networking Standard: Wi-Fi 5 (The wireless networking standard used by the device. Each iteration of the standard developed by the Wi-Fi Alliance corresponds to an existing IEEE 802.11 protocol; for example, standard 802.11ac (or AC) is termed Wi-Fi 5. Refers specifically to the standard the device is designed to use, but ultimately determines product interoperability and backward compatibility including previous versions.)
- Wireless Standard: AC, N (The wireless networking protocol used by the device. Each iteration of the protocol is based on the 802.11 standard developed by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) Standards Association. Denoted by letters following 802.11 (802.11a, 802.11ac, etc.), each version, published in alphabetical order, encompasses all previous versions.)
- Number of 2.4Ghz Streams: 1 (A router's streams are like lanes on a highway. The more streams a router has, the less traffic congestion. Because the 2.4 GHz band is used to transmit wireless signals to a wide variety of devices, there is often high amounts of traffic on that stream. But with multiple streams, each can be designated to a specific device for optimal performance. For example, if one 2.4 GHz stream is assigned to one device, such as a desktop computer, it leaves the remaining streams open for guest users, devices that use more data, or devices with specific band compatibility.)
- Number of 5.0Ghz Streams: 1 (A router's streams are like lanes on a highway. The more streams a router has, the less traffic congestion. The 5.0 GHz band provides high speed, short-range data transmission and typically has less traffic than the 2.4 GHz band. With multiple streams, each can be designated to a specific device for optimal performance. For example, if one 5.0 GHz stream is assigned to one device, such as a streaming media player, it leaves the remaining streams open for guest users, devices that need less data, or devices with specific band compatibility.)
- Ethernet Switch: true (Connects multiple devices to expand the Local Area Network (LAN).)
- Certifications Listings & Approvals
- ENERGY STAR Certified: false (Devices carrying the ENERGY STAR service mark, such as computer products and peripherals, kitchen appliances, and other products, generally use 20% to 30% less energy than required by federal standards.)
- Features
- Integrated Modem: false
- Auto Detecting: true
- Wireless: true
- Ports
- Number Of WAN Ports: 1 (Number of devices able to be connected to the Wide Area Network (WAN). This type of port may simply be labeled "Internet," and it allows the device to share its internet connection with all devices connected to it via LAN ports.)
- Port Type(s): RJ-45, USB, Other (USB 2.0 connects external drives, gaming controllers, smartphones, MP3 players and other accessories.USB 3.0 transfers data faster than USB 2.0, but only when used with USB 3.0 devices.USB Type-C provides fast speeds and versatile power, featuring connectors with identical ends that plug in upside down or right side up. Adapters allow for video as well as backward compatibility.Thunderbolt provides ultra-high bandwidth for fast data transfer between devices featuring a Thunderbolt or MiniDisplayPort connection.HDMI allows you to connect a projector or display HD media on your HDTV or monitor.Media card slots allow you to transfer photos from your digital camera or camcorder.)
- Speed
- Gigabit Ethernet Speed: true (Supports the gigabit Ethernet networking standard, which has a data rate of at least one gigabit per second, or 1,000 Mbps.)
- Compatibility
- System Requirements: PC: Windows XP (SP3), Vista (SP1 or later), 7 or 8; CD or DVD drive; Internet Explorer 8, Firefox 8 or Google Chrome; Mac: OS X Leopard v10.5.8 or later, Snow Leopard v10.6.1 or later, Lion v10.7 or Mountain Lion v10.8; CD or DVD drive; Safari 5 (The software that a product must have for it to be able to integrate with another product.)
- Bluetooth Enabled: false (The device is capable of communicating with another device via Bluetooth, provided they are within the required range of each other. A Bluetooth-enabled device must also be the same Bluetooth version or higher than the accessory it is intended to pair with.)
- Dimensions
- Product Height: 7.6 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Length: 2 inches (The out of box length of the item. Length is measured as the longest dimension of the item.)
- Product Width: 9.7 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Weight: 4.4 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
- Warranty
- Warranty - Parts: 1 year
- Warranty - Labor: 1 year limited
- Other
- UPC: 745883701124
Work and play online with less interruption. This Linksys router comes equipped with technology that zeroes in on each laptop, tablet, smartphone and computer in your home, for a clearer, faster Wi-Fi signal every time you log on.
- Wireless AC: Enjoy online entertainment and complete home office tasks with data speeds of up to 1900 Mbps and a dual-band 2.4GHz/5.0GHz frequency.
- Beamforming technology: Get clearer coverage. Targeted Wi-Fi signals will stream directly to each device.
- 4 detachable antennas: Expand your home network’s range. You’ll enjoy superior Wi-Fi coverage, even in a very large house.
- Smart Wi-Fi app: Monitor and manage your Wi-Fi network from anywhere, using your smartphone or tablet. Create a guest network, set up parental controls, and prioritize devices that need more speed.
- Open source ready: Customize the network to suit your situation. Advanced users can pair the router with the Linux-based OpenWRT operating system.
- Built-in Ethernet and USB connections: Connect computers, hard drives, printers, and more wired devices with 4 Gigabit LAN ports, 1 Gigabit WAN port, 1 3.0 USB port, and one eSATA/USB port.
- WPA2-personal and WPA2-enterprise security: With 64/128-bit WEP encryption and an SPI firewall to keep your information protected.
- System requirements: Internet Explorer 8, Safari 5, Firefox 8, or Google Chrome.
- Wireless AC: Enjoy online entertainment and complete home office tasks with data speeds of up to 1900 Mbps and a dual-band 2.4GHz/5.0GHz frequency.
- Beamforming technology: Get clearer coverage. Targeted Wi-Fi signals will stream directly to each device.
- 4 detachable antennas: Expand your home network’s range. You’ll enjoy superior Wi-Fi coverage, even in a very large house.
- Smart Wi-Fi app: Monitor and manage your Wi-Fi network from anywhere, using your smartphone or tablet. Create a guest network, set up parental controls, and prioritize devices that need more speed.
- Open source ready: Customize the network to suit your situation. Advanced users can pair the router with the Linux-based OpenWRT operating system.
- Built-in Ethernet and USB connections: Connect computers, hard drives, printers, and more wired devices with 4 Gigabit LAN ports, 1 Gigabit WAN port, 1 3.0 USB port, and one eSATA/USB port.
- WPA2-personal and WPA2-enterprise security: With 64/128-bit WEP encryption and an SPI firewall to keep your information protected.
- System requirements: Internet Explorer 8, Safari 5, Firefox 8, or Google Chrome.
Whats Included
- Wireless-AC Dual-Band Gigabit Router with 4-Port Ethernet Switch
- Ethernet cable, power adapter, power cord
- CD-ROM
- Owner's manual
- Wireless-AC Dual-Band Gigabit Router with 4-Port Ethernet Switch
- Ethernet cable, power adapter, power cord
- CD-ROM
- Owner's manual
Q: Linksys - Wireless-AC Dual-Band Gigabit Router
A: I have windows 10 and it works perfectly. You might want to make sure your wireless card or network adapter is at the latest driver for optimal speeds.
Q: Will this work with comcast?
A: yes it does, i used it my comcast/xfinity modem
Q: Is this version 2.0 or 1.0 and exactly what is the difference between the 2 versions?
A: Version 2 makes changes to the hardware so that it follows current FCC standards. If you're asking solely for custom firmware such as DD-WRT, there currently isn't support for v2. You can tell the difference on the packaging if you look at the print above the UPC bar code. If it says rev B00, it's v2. If it says rev A00, it's v1.
Q: How does this compare to the Nighthawk r7800?
A: Way better UI and range. Download the manuals for both and google reviews for both. I have had both and I'm back to the Linksys. With any router I would recommends a 2 year Extended Waranty. anything longer is a waste as tech updates quickly in 2 years
Q: Will this work with COX cable ?
A: It should work with any Internet connectivity. If you have an ethernet port out of your Cox modem, you should not have an issue.
Q: how many computers can i have on this system
A: For the address space, you an assign pretty much 253 devices. e..g, 192.168.1.2 to 192.168.1.254 While the router only has 4 Ethernet ports, you can expand upon it by adding multiple switches. If you plan to scale things to a large number of wired devices, in addition to using local services which need a lot of throughput (e.g., a home server), then I recommend you go with more businesses oriented switches which offer many 1 gigabit ports, in addition to 2, 10 gigabit ports which you can use to connect the switches together, and avoid bottlenecks when multiple systems needs to access any servers that you may be hosting on the LAN. If you need more flexibility with how you address each system, as well as support more devices with the DHCP, then you will need to either set up a separate DHCP server, or run a 3rd party firmware with a more robust DHCP server.
A: Yes once you install you can get into the settings and change the password. I would recommend always doing this on any new install.
Q: Does this router support bonded DSL from CenturyLink?
A: This router will support any internet connection coming into it from a modem. The modem is the device that gets the signal from the wall, in your case from an RJ-11 phone line, possibly with a DSL filter, which plugs into the modem. The modem will then (or should) have another port, the RJ-45 ethernet jack that you can then run a Cat 5/5e/6 cable from into this router on the "Internet" or WAN port.
