Linksys - Velop AC2200 Tri-Band Mesh Wi-Fi 5 System (2-pack) - White
- Key Specs
- Wi-Fi Range: 4000 square feet (The device will provide a Wi-Fi connection to this approximate area.)
- Wi-Fi Mesh System: true (A single wireless network consisting of a main router (connected directly to a modem) that connects to a series of satellite modules or nodes placed around the home. Routers with this capability promote stronger, faster wireless signals as well as increase Wi-Fi coverage by reducing interference and eliminating dead zones.)
- Number of Wi-Fi Satellites Included: 2 (Quantity of Wi-Fi satellite modules/nodes for a Wi-Fi Mesh System that come with the product.)
- Number Of LAN Ports: 2 (Number of devices able to be connected to the Local Area Network (LAN). LAN ports allow wired connections to other networking devices (wireless access points, range extenders, etc.) in order to share the internet connection received through a WAN port.)
- Wi-Fi Speed: 2.2 gigabits per second (The maximum rate at which data is transferred between a network device and wireless router.)
- Works With: Amazon Alexa, Apple HomeKit (Compatible with or able to be connected to other smart devices or applications.)
- General
- Brand: Linksys
- Model Number: WHW0302
- Product Name: Velop AC2200 Tri-Band Mesh Wi-Fi 5 System (2-pack)
- Color: White
- Security
- Data Encryption: true
- Encryption Type: WPA2-Personal (The security protocols or certification programs that protect the Wi-Fi network.)
- Firewall Type: Other (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: true
- Parental Controls: true (Allows user to block unwanted content, signals, channels, networks, etc. from being received or accessed.)
- Network
- Band Technology: Tri (Refers to the number of frequency bands used to wirelessly transmit an internet signal. For example, dual-band devices may use one 2.4 and one 5 GHz band, while tri-band devices may use one 2.4 and two 5 GHz bands. Multiple bands also provide more flexibility for designating connected devices to specific band use.)
- 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 Connected Devices: 50
- Number of Antennas: 6
- Frequency Band: 2.4 GHz, 5.0 GHz (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.)
- Wi-Fi Range: 4000 square feet (The device will provide a Wi-Fi connection to this approximate area.)
- 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.)
- Wi-Fi Mesh System: true (A single wireless network consisting of a main router (connected directly to a modem) that connects to a series of satellite modules or nodes placed around the home. Routers with this capability promote stronger, faster wireless signals as well as increase Wi-Fi coverage by reducing interference and eliminating dead zones.)
- Number of Wi-Fi Satellites Included: 2 (Quantity of Wi-Fi satellite modules/nodes for a Wi-Fi Mesh System that come with the product.)
- Number of Wi-Fi Satellites Supported: 2 (Maximum quantity of Wi-Fi satellite modules/nodes that are able to be connected to the main router in a Wi-Fi Mesh System.)
- Wired Backhaul: true (Also known as Ethernet backhaul or backbone, this capability can be enabled to directly wire a secondary router or satellite to the main router via Ethernet cable. This connection allows for faster and more stable data upload.)
- 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
- App Compatible: true (The product can be connected to a program or software application on a mobile device, which then receives collected data from the product.)
- Beamforming: true (A signal processing technique that enables a router to focus a Wi-Fi signal in a specific direction. The router determines where a connected device in the network is located and projects a stronger signal in that specific direction. This can result in faster and higher quality data transfer as well as reduced signal interference.)
- Integrated Modem: false
- Auto Detecting: true
- Wireless: true
- Ports
- Number Of WAN Ports: 2 (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 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.)
- Number Of LAN Ports: 2 (Number of devices able to be connected to the Local Area Network (LAN). LAN ports allow wired connections to other networking devices (wireless access points, range extenders, etc.) in order to share the internet connection received through a WAN port.)
- Speed
- Wi-Fi Speed: 2.2 gigabits per second (The maximum rate at which data is transferred between a network device and wireless router.)
- 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.)
- Auto Speed Sensing: true
- Compatibility
- System Requirements: Internet connection with modem; mobile device with Android 4.4 or iOS 8 and higher, Bluetooth preferred (The software that a product must have for it to be able to integrate with another product.)
- Bluetooth Enabled: true (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.)
- Works With: Amazon Alexa, Apple HomeKit (Compatible with or able to be connected to other smart devices or applications.)
- Dimensions
- Product Height: 7.3 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: 3.06 inches (The out of box length of the item. Length is measured as the longest dimension of the item.)
- Product Width: 3.06 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: 1.08 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
- Warranty
- Warranty - Parts: 3 years
- Warranty - Labor: 3 years
- Other
- UPC: 745883728183
Connect every corner of your home to the internet with this Linksys Velop wireless Wi-Fi system. Each formidable tri-band dual-stream AC2200 router has two 5GHz bands and a 2.4GHz band for a blazing fast experience. This modular Linksys Velop wireless Wi-Fi system includes two identical units, which you can distribute evenly to ensure your wireless signal always stays strong.
- Velop’s Intelligent mesh TM Technology: Adapts to your WiFi needs, so you’ll always be on the fastest path to the internet.
- Dynamic Tri-Band Wireless-AC technology: Features the MIMO smart antenna design for improved range while eliminating drops and dead zones.
- 2.4 GHz and two 5.0 GHz wireless frequency: For fast data transfer speeds.
- Enjoy the freedom of a single Wi-Fi name and password: The system operates as one network and continuously searches for your connected devices. This ensures a 100% seamless connection as you move throughout your home.
- Linksys Aware: Subscription service that uses your existing Intelligent Mesh WiFi network to sense motion without the use of cameras or additional hardware, ensuring privacy and convenience throughout your home.
- Linksys SHIELD: Protect Your Family's Connected Life with Linksys Shield* and have greater control over your network while being protected against online security risks.
- Parental controls: Lets you automatically block specific content on connected devices.
- Guest networks: Create networks for guests and restrict access to specific users.
- Up to 4,000 sq. ft. of coverage: This system is modular and performs well within every home type, situation and footprint.
- Alexa Wi-Fi Access: With Alexa, easily manage Wi-Fi access for devices and people in the home, taking focus away from screens and back to what’s important. Say commands like “Alexa, turn off Timmy’s Wi-Fi”, when it’s time for dinner or “Alexa, enable guest Wi-Fi” when you have visitors.
- Manage and monitor your Wi-Fi from anywhere: The Linksys app provides the freedom to access and control your Wi-Fi from home or remotely.
- Easy to set up: Intuitively easy setup will give you whole-home Wi-Fi freedom in minutes.
- Velop’s Intelligent mesh TM Technology: Adapts to your WiFi needs, so you’ll always be on the fastest path to the internet.
- Dynamic Tri-Band Wireless-AC technology: Features the MIMO smart antenna design for improved range while eliminating drops and dead zones.
- 2.4 GHz and two 5.0 GHz wireless frequency: For fast data transfer speeds.
- Enjoy the freedom of a single Wi-Fi name and password: The system operates as one network and continuously searches for your connected devices. This ensures a 100% seamless connection as you move throughout your home.
- Linksys Aware: Subscription service that uses your existing Intelligent Mesh WiFi network to sense motion without the use of cameras or additional hardware, ensuring privacy and convenience throughout your home.
- Linksys SHIELD: Protect Your Family's Connected Life with Linksys Shield* and have greater control over your network while being protected against online security risks.
- Parental controls: Lets you automatically block specific content on connected devices.
- Guest networks: Create networks for guests and restrict access to specific users.
- Up to 4,000 sq. ft. of coverage: This system is modular and performs well within every home type, situation and footprint.
- Alexa Wi-Fi Access: With Alexa, easily manage Wi-Fi access for devices and people in the home, taking focus away from screens and back to what’s important. Say commands like “Alexa, turn off Timmy’s Wi-Fi”, when it’s time for dinner or “Alexa, enable guest Wi-Fi” when you have visitors.
- Manage and monitor your Wi-Fi from anywhere: The Linksys app provides the freedom to access and control your Wi-Fi from home or remotely.
- Easy to set up: Intuitively easy setup will give you whole-home Wi-Fi freedom in minutes.
Whats Included
- Ethernet cable
- Linksys Velop AC2200 Tri-Band Mesh Wi-Fi 5 System (2-pack)
- Owner's manual
- Power adapter (2 pcs)
- Printed documentation
- Ethernet cable
- Linksys Velop AC2200 Tri-Band Mesh Wi-Fi 5 System (2-pack)
- Owner's manual
- Power adapter (2 pcs)
- Printed documentation
A: No you won't be able to drop your internet. These are Wi-Fi routers. You have a modem in your house that brings internet into your home. So when you use Time Warner they are delivering the internet through a modem. Only the modem actually has internet. In order for the whole house to have internet you need a Wi-Fi router attached to the modem. That is what this product is, it attaches to your modem and makes the Wi-Fi a wireless connection of internet that is now available throughout your house. Without the wireless connection you can probably only have internet on one device at a time which would be the device directly plugged into the time Warner modem. This product is good because it extends the range of the wireless throughout your house because it has 2 towers. One that plugs directly into your modem. The other tower you plug in for power and it bounces of the signal wirelessly. So keep the time Warner or get different internet.
A: Yes it does, but you have to configure the system initially with only one wired "parent" node, and two wireless "child nodes. Once they are connected and talking to each other, you can connect them to a wired Ethernet connection. If you try to wire them first, you will confuse the system and it won't work.
A: You are exactly correct. 6600 Mbps is a misrepresentation by 3 X 2200 Mbps. I personally saw a max speed of 348Mbps. Please read my review; this router is incompatible with select devices, including BAS Fans & Lights, as well as DropCam Pro (Nest Cam).
A: Yes, this system can be used with an existing WiFi network.
A: This carries very well outside. It has band forming technology which means the signal goes around corners as well as through walls better than older tech. You would have to disconnect your old WiFi to get rid of it. If you have a router modem combo you could turn off that router and plug these into the LAN connection. That would give you the best signal option. Do not try to use these as WAP as it will diminish signal and speed.
A: I had one node downstairs and a second node on the second floor and they saw and talked with each other fine. The signal upstairs fluctuated between 4 and 5 bars with the second node installed, which surprised me. I expected 5 bars as the node was 3-4 feet away from the smartphone I was using. That phone showed a solid 4 bars for the original node before I connected the second one. Check for interference where the first node is installed. Make sure it is "out in the open" as Linksys recommends, rather than buried behind other things. The app also has an advanced setting (sorry, I stumbled on it while experimenting and do not remember where it is) that will examine the network and adjust the channels the nodes are using, if needed, to optimize the signal. Personally, I was surprised that was necessary as I presumed te setup process would have already done that.
A: No, the first node needs an Ethernet connection to your modem/router. The other nodes are wireless, they just need an electrical outlet.
A: Yes you would need to set up the Velop network first. Then get a switch and attach it to your base unit. DO NOT attach the switch to it till the Velop network is setup. It will cause problems. I ran into this issue with mine. Once I disconnected the switch everything on Velop connected and then I went back and plugged in switch. Everything works as it should now.
