NETGEAR - RangeMax N600 Dual-Band Wi-Fi 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.)
- Number Of LAN Ports: 4 (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: 300 gigabits per second (The maximum rate at which data is transferred between a network device and wireless router.)
- General
- Brand: NETGEAR
- Model Number: WNDR3400-100NAS
- Product Name: RangeMax N600 Dual-Band Wi-Fi Router
- Color: Black
- Security
- Data Encryption: true
- Encryption Type: WPA (The security protocols or certification programs that protect the Wi-Fi network.)
- Firewall Type: NAT (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
- 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 (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: 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.)
- 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
- Beamforming: false (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: 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.)
- Number Of LAN Ports: 4 (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: 300 gigabits per second (The maximum rate at which data is transferred between a network device and wireless router.)
- Compatibility
- System Requirements: Broadband Internet service and modem with Ethernet connection; 2.4GHz or 5.0GHz 802.11n draft wireless adapter (The software that a product must have for it to be able to integrate with another product.)
- Dimensions
- Product Height: 8.8 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: 1.2 inches (The out of box length of the item. Length is measured as the longest dimension of the item.)
- Product Width: 6 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: 1.2 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
- Warranty
- Warranty - Parts: 1 Year
- Warranty - Labor: 1 Year
- Other
- UPC: 606449071146
Choose this NETGEAR router and receive high level wireless security, the ability to share photos, music and more, and a way to keep track of your kids’ activity online. Plus, with easy installation for tablets, smartphones and computers, you’ll be able to start enjoying Wi-Fi throughout your home right away. 
- Wireless-N: Work and play online with data speeds of up to 600 Mbps and a dual-band 2.4GHz/5.0GHz frequency. For best results, use this router in a medium to large home.
- QoS (Quality of Service): Optimize your Wi-Fi. Maintain a strong connection during any task by prioritizing HD streaming, gaming and more.
- Built-in Ethernet and USB connections: Wirelessly access and share from an external hard drive, or connect wired devices. This router has 4 Gigabit LAN ports, 1 Gigabit WAN port, and 1 USB port.
- NETGEAR genie ® app: Make the most of your home network. Monitor, connect, and control your router from anywhere, plus share files, repair issues, and more. Download for iOS and Android devices.
- Internet security: Protect your information with WPA/WPA2-PSK, WEP, Double Firewall (SPI and NAT) and DoS protection. Plus, this router lets you manage parental controls, guest networks and more.
- System requirements: Microsoft Windows 7, 8, 10, Vista, XP, 2000, Mac OS, UNIX, or Linux, Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.0, Firefox 2.0, Safari 1.4, or Google Chrome.
- Wireless-N: Work and play online with data speeds of up to 600 Mbps and a dual-band 2.4GHz/5.0GHz frequency. For best results, use this router in a medium to large home.
- QoS (Quality of Service): Optimize your Wi-Fi. Maintain a strong connection during any task by prioritizing HD streaming, gaming and more.
- Built-in Ethernet and USB connections: Wirelessly access and share from an external hard drive, or connect wired devices. This router has 4 Gigabit LAN ports, 1 Gigabit WAN port, and 1 USB port.
- NETGEAR genie ® app: Make the most of your home network. Monitor, connect, and control your router from anywhere, plus share files, repair issues, and more. Download for iOS and Android devices.
- Internet security: Protect your information with WPA/WPA2-PSK, WEP, Double Firewall (SPI and NAT) and DoS protection. Plus, this router lets you manage parental controls, guest networks and more.
- System requirements: Microsoft Windows 7, 8, 10, Vista, XP, 2000, Mac OS, UNIX, or Linux, Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.0, Firefox 2.0, Safari 1.4, or Google Chrome.
Whats Included
- NETGEAR RangeMax Dual-Band Wireless-N Router with 4 Ethernet Ports
- Stand
- Ethernet cable, setup DC, power adapter
- Owner's manual
- NETGEAR RangeMax Dual-Band Wireless-N Router with 4 Ethernet Ports
- Stand
- Ethernet cable, setup DC, power adapter
- Owner's manual
A: Hi, Dawn. Coming from a purely networking point of view (I have years of experience working with electronics and networking), it seems to me that you have a weak router that can't process all of the data. Here's how it works: a router picks up the signal from your internet company, encrypts it, then sends it to your TV, computer, video game console, etc. Now once it gets to your wifi device, that device has to unencrypt it in order for it to be used. This takes time and, in the case of too many signals and not enough bandwidth, causes buffering and stuttering. Let's say you have 2 devices using wifi but one of them is severely hogging the internet (google TV vs wifi cell phone). It is going to take most of that bandwidth and have to unencrypt it before the cell phone will be able to get its info from the wifi but unfortunately, they like to push and shove each other while being in line to get the data so you end up having them fighting over available bandwidth (your mbps) and the data itself so they both are affected and thus go very slowly. If you are using a single band router, it just makes the problem that much worse. You can think of a single band router as a 6 slot extension cord. It has enough room for a couple devices that take a little data and very little room for those devices plus data hogs (computer, google TV, etc). A dual band router gives you more extension slots (ports to connect to) so they aren't fighting over the same data. My recommendation is to upgrade to a dual band router with at least 600 mbps. I currently have a NetGear Dual Band N600 Router and run many wifi enabled devices on it. I had the same problem you are having when I had a single band. Once you get that, it should take care of the problem immediately. I hope this helps.
Q: How far can I expect wifi to range?
A: My House sits on a quarter of an acre lot with 3,000 square foot house and it works well anywhere in my area.
Q: will this work with Charter internet service
A: Yes, that is why I bought this router. For my Charter Spectrum Internet. I previously had AT&T. The cable installer recommended this router.
Q: Dual Band
A: yes this is a simultaneous dual band router at 300 + 300 Mbps
Q: Is this compatible with windows 10?
A: Downloaded Windows 10 and had no problems.
Q: I'm looking to replace my old modem. Will this modem work with a wireless printer?
A: This is not a modem. This is a wireless router. While it won't replace your modem, it will work with your wireless printer.
A: How can I find my password for my Netgear wireless router? Connect directly to router with a CAT-5 cable. Launch an Internet browser and type http://www.routerlogin.net into the address bar. 1.Enter the router user name and password when prompted. ... 2.Click OK. ... 3.Select Wireless. 4.Enter your new user name in the Name (SSID) field. 5.Enter your new password in the Password (Network Key) fields. 6.Click the Apply button.
A: Absolutely. That is the service I use.
