NETGEAR - AC1600 Dual-Band Wi-Fi 5 Router - Black
- Key Specs
- Wi-Fi Mesh System: false (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.)
- Wi-Fi Speed: 1600 gigabits per second (The maximum rate at which data is transferred between a network device and wireless router.)
- General
- Brand: NETGEAR
- Model Number: R6250-100NAS
- Product Name: AC1600 Dual-Band Wi-Fi 5 Router
- Color: Black
- Security
- Data Encryption: true
- Encryption Type: WPA2 (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.)
- 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.)
- Band Technology: Dual (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).)
- 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 (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.)
- Wi-Fi Mesh System: false (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.)
- 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: true
- 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 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
- Wi-Fi Speed: 1600 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.)
- Compatibility
- System Requirements: PC: Windows 2000, XP, Vista, 7 or 8; Mac OS; UNIX; Linux; Internet Explorer 5.0, Firefox 2.0, Safari 1.4, Google Chrome 11.0 or later (The software that a product must have for it to be able to integrate with another product.)
- Dimensions
- Product Height: 7.8 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: 2.6 inches (The out of box length of the item. Length is measured as the longest dimension of the item.)
- Product Width: 7.5 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: 1.4 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
- Warranty
- Warranty - Parts: 1 year
- Warranty - Labor: 1 year
- Other
- UPC: 606449096064
The NETGEAR R6250 Smart WiFi 5 Router with AC dual band Gigabit delivers AC1600 WiFi speeds. It offers the best wireless coverage for large homes and is ideal for homes with 8 or more wireless devices. It also provides the best connectivity for dual band wireless devices.
- Supports high definition video conferencing (Zoom, Skype, WebEx, FaceTime, and more): Whether you work from home or want to connect with your friends and family you can video conference with crystal clear audio and video from anywhere in your home.
- Faster WiFi: Avoid wireless interference, ensuring top WiFi Speeds and reliable connections.
- Extended Warranty: Covered by a 1-Year Warranty.
- Compatibility: Ideal for homes with 8 or more WiFi devices and connectivity for dual band WiFi devices like mobile phones and tablets.
- Dynamic QoS: Provides an extensible design that enables service prioritization for data.
- Smooth Streaming: Better video streaming, lag-free gaming, surfing, and more.
- Compatibility: Compatible with next generation WiFi devices.
- Enhanced Parental Controls: Manage website access by family member and device.
- ReadySHARE USB: Open up a powerful set of convenient features like USB storage access and streaming media, and enjoy high-speed access via WiFi.
- Supports high definition video conferencing (Zoom, Skype, WebEx, FaceTime, and more): Whether you work from home or want to connect with your friends and family you can video conference with crystal clear audio and video from anywhere in your home.
- Faster WiFi: Avoid wireless interference, ensuring top WiFi Speeds and reliable connections.
- Extended Warranty: Covered by a 1-Year Warranty.
- Compatibility: Ideal for homes with 8 or more WiFi devices and connectivity for dual band WiFi devices like mobile phones and tablets.
- Dynamic QoS: Provides an extensible design that enables service prioritization for data.
- Smooth Streaming: Better video streaming, lag-free gaming, surfing, and more.
- Compatibility: Compatible with next generation WiFi devices.
- Enhanced Parental Controls: Manage website access by family member and device.
- ReadySHARE USB: Open up a powerful set of convenient features like USB storage access and streaming media, and enjoy high-speed access via WiFi.
Whats Included
- Ethernet cable
- Power adapter
- Quick install guide
- R6250 Smart WiFi 5 Router
- Ethernet cable
- Power adapter
- Quick install guide
- R6250 Smart WiFi 5 Router
Q: Older laptop wireless a/b card
A: The computer you are inheriting will still be able to link up with this modem, however, it will be limited to the 2.4ghz channel which won't produce as much speed to your win7 PC.
Q: Does anybody know how far this will reach?
A: Lots of variables to consider. Placement of the router should be as unobstructed as possible and as high in a room as possible. The more walls and glass through which a signal must travel also causes significant signal degradation. A router, outside in the open, with a "straight shot" to your device could have a fairly good signal up to 200 ft. Of course, nobody does that. Also, indoors, the 5Ghz band tends to weaken more when traveling through walls than the 2Ghz band, BUT, it's *throughput" is almost always faster. Therefore, it's possible to have a "fair" connection speed on 5GHz that still yields higher Mbs than a "good" or even "excellent" connection speed on the 2GHz band - I do it all the time.
Q: Is the modem in this router DSL compatible, i.e. With embarq service
A: There is no modem in this router.You will need to use your DSL modem and hook this up to it.
A: It depends on how you configure your network (esp. the cable connections). If you plug the Ethernet connection from your cable modem into the router's WAN port, you will have created a "new" network (a type of "subnet"), new login/password etc. However, if you plug the Ethernet cable from you modem into one of the router's *LAN* ports (there are 4), it will, in essence, become an "extension" of the existing wireless network from your current modem/router (and obviously eliminate 1 LAN port for your use, leaving you with 3). From there you get into higher-end configuration options such as setting your cable modem into bridge mode (which basically turns off the router portion of your modem), creating a VPN etc. So in the end, this router is adaptable to either scenario you choose. I would say most folks simply go with the first option above.
Q: Does anyone know why i cant get some web pages to load with this router?
A: A router won't interfere with web pages loading. The range is affected my how many walls the signal has to go thru. Btw I had a Sony Blu-ray that did the same thing, it was defective. Returned it for another (still Sony) model & this one works great.
A: Yes it does as I have Windows 10
Q: What is the wireless speed dropoff
A: Depending on your distance from the modem, I was finding about 75% speed capacity up to 15 yards, with a drop to about 55% capacity at 20.
Q: Is this a Modem and Wifi Router
A: No this is just the Wireless Router. There is no modem built in. I use the Motorola sb6141 modem and it works great with this router. Good Luck!
