TP-Link - BE3600 Wi-Fi 7 Range Extender - White
- TP-Link - BE6500 Wi-Fi 7 Range Extender - White$179.99
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Highlights
- Key Specs
- Wi-Fi Speed: 36 gigabits per second (The maximum rate at which data is transferred between a network device and wireless router.)
- Wireless Standard: BE, AX, 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: 2700 square feet (The device will provide a Wi-Fi connection to this approximate area.)
- Form Factor: Plug-in (The size, arrangement, and physical configuration of the product.)
- 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.)
- Frequency Band: 5.0 GHz, 2.4 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.)
- Antenna Type: External
- Number of Antennas: 2
- Number of LAN Ports: 1 (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.)
- Wireless Networking Standard: Wi-Fi 7 (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.)
- General
- Brand: TP-Link
- Model Number: RE235BE
- Product Name: BE3600 Wi-Fi 7 Range Extender
- Color: White
- Network
- Wi-Fi Range: 2700 square feet (The device will provide a Wi-Fi connection to this approximate area.)
- Attached Antenna: true
- Wireless Networking Standard: Wi-Fi 7 (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.)
- Connection Type: Wireless
- 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.)
- App Name: TP-Link Tether
- Compatibility
- Brand Compatibility: TP-Link
- System Requirements: Microsoft Windows 98SE, NT, 2000, XP, Vista™ or Windows 7, Windows 8/8.1/10 (The software that a product must have for it to be able to integrate with another product.)
- Ports
- Number Of USB Port(s): 0 (The total number of USB ports including all generations and versions.)
- Dimensions
- Product Height: 3.8 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: 6.2 inches (The out of box length of the item. Length is measured as the longest dimension of the item.)
- Product Width: 1.8 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: 1.05 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
- Warranty
- Warranty - Parts: 2 Year Warranty
- Warranty - Labor: 2 years
- Other
- UPC: 840460600736
Eliminate dead zones and enjoy faster, stronger, and smarter Wi-Fi with the Wi-Fi 7 Range Extender. Powered by Multi-Link Operation and 4K-QAM, it delivers up to 3.6 Gbps dual-band speeds with ultra-low latency, ensuring seamless streaming, lag-free gaming, and smooth multitasking anywhere in your home. With EasyMesh compatibility, your entire home stays connected under one Wi-Fi name, allowing you to roam freely without dropouts or manual switching. Need ultra-stable wired performance? The 2.5 Gbps Ethernet port has you covered. Setup is quick and effortless with WPS or the Tether app. Upgrade today and experience seamless Wi-Fi 7 coverage.
- 3.6 Gbps Dual-Band Wi-Fi Speeds: Experience blazing-fast speeds with enhanced performance and boosted capacity, thanks to the separate 5 GHz band (2882 Mbps) and the 2.4 GHz band (688 Mbps).†
- Unrivaled Wi-Fi 7: Features Wi-Fi 7 with the latest 240 MHz bandwidth, 4K-QAM, MLO, and Multi-RU across 6 streams, creating whole home multi-gigabit coverage.
- Multi-Link Operation (MLO): Increases throughput, reduces latency, and improves reliability for emerging applications.△
- 2.5G Multi-Gigabit Ethernet Port: Connect your smart TVs, computers, and game consoles at blazing speed using the 2.5 Gbps Ethernet Port.
- Smart Roaming: Walk from room to room and stay connected at the fastest speeds with no slowdown.§
- EasyMesh-Compatible: With EasyMesh compatibility, your entire home stays connected under one Wi-Fi name, allowing you to roam freely without dropouts or manual switching. *
- Maximized Coverage: Proprietary Wi-Fi optimization and 4× optimally positioned antennas along with Beamforming deliver more capacity, stronger and more reliable connections, and less interference.
- AP Mode: Create a new Wi-Fi access point through the Gigabit Ethernet port to enhance your wired network with Wi-Fi capability.
- Ultimate Compatibility: Extends the range of any Wi-Fi router or wireless access point.‡
- Ultra-Low Latency: Take advantage of ultra-low latency to enjoy smoother online experience.
- Save Clients’ Battery Power: Target Wake Time schedules the connection time of battery-powered devices to reduce their power consumption.◇
- Adaptive Path Selection: Keep your network running at top speed by automatically choosing the fastest connection path to the router.
- Smart Signal Indicator: Use the signal indicator to discover the ideal spot for extending your Wi-Fi coverage.
- Great Compatibility: Works with all Wi-Fi generations and devices and all internet providers.**
Whats Included
- 1 x RE235BE
- 1 x Quick Installation Guide
Disclaimers
- †Maximum wireless signal rates are the physical rates derived from IEEE Standard 802.11 specifications. Higher capacity is based on laboratory test data, which analyzed the connections of different devices on the 6 GHz, 5 GHz, and 2.4 GHz bands simultaneously. These devices simulated a typical home scenario by running simultaneous applications in the same room that included 4K video, 1080p video, 720p video, file downloading, web browsing, IP cameras, and other IoT devices.
- ‡The product may not be compatible with routers or gateways with firmware that has been altered, is based on open source programs, or is non-standard orl outdated.
- §Uninterrupted Streaming is designed for devices that support the 802.11k/v standard.
- △Use of Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), and features including Multi-Link Operation (MLO), 320 MHz Bandwidth, 4K-QAM, Multi-RU, OFDMA, and MU-MIMO requires clients to also support the corresponding features. The 320 MHz bandwidth is only available on the 6 GHz band. Simultaneously, the 320 MHz bandwidth on the 6 GHz band and 160 MHz bandwidth on the 5 GHz band may be unavailable in some regions/countries due to regulatory restrictions.
- △Use of Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), and features including Multi-Link Operation (MLO), 320 MHz Bandwidth, 4K-QAM, Multi-RU, OFDMA, and MU-MIMO requires clients to also support the corresponding features. The 320 MHz bandwidth is only available on the 6 GHz band. Simultaneously, the 320 MHz bandwidth on the 6 GHz band and 160 MHz bandwidth on the 5 GHz band may be unavailable in some regions/countries due to regulatory restrictions
- ◇Saving clients' battery power requires clients to also support the 802.11ax Wi-Fi standard. Actual power reduction may vary as a result of network conditions, client limitations, and environmental factors.
- *TP-Link EasyMesh-compatible products can network with other devices that use EasyMesh. Failed connections may be due to firmware conflicts of different vendors. The EasyMesh-compatible function is still being developed on some models and will be supported in subsequent software updates. This product is compatible with standardized EasyMesh technology but has not obtained the Wi-Fi EasyMeshTM certification.
- **Wi-Fi generations represent the wireless standard IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be. All devices need to support 802.11 Wi-Fi protocols.
- Actual network speed may be limited by the rate of the product's Ethernet WAN or LAN port, the rate supported by the network cable, Internet service provider factors and other environmental conditions.
A: Hi BDNouz, Our apologies for the confusion. As listed in the device's Features section, 3.6 Gbps is the correct terminology, because it is a BE3600 Wi-Fi 7 Range Extender. Our teams will update the Specification information shortly. We appreciate your feedback.
A: Hi JC, Yes, in fact, it has a dedicated Access Point Operation Mode, which you can conveniently toggle during setup or using the Tether app.
A: Hi Steve, That depends on the authentication method used by the public Wi-Fi network. If it uses a traditional Wi-Fi name and password, the extender can be set up as usual using the Wi-Fi name and password of the network. However, if the network uses a Captive Portal Authentication system, the public network may have restrictions in place that could require additional setup steps or prevent connectivity. We would recommend contacting our official TP-Link Support Team or visiting our official TP-Link Community Forum for more information and assistance.
Q: What is the maximum distance this will work?
A: The Range is approximately the equivalent of an equally powered router.
Q: How do I connect the extender to a tv
A: Follow the same process as you would connecting a TV to a router.
Q: does this extender work with an ARRIS SURFboard SBG8300 router. I am currently using Xfinity.
A: Hi, Yes, TP-Link Wi-Fi Extenders are universally compatible with Wi-Fi routers.
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| Pros for TP-Link - BE3600 Wi-Fi 7 Range Extender - White | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Connectivity, Signal Strength, Coverage, Ease of Setup | Ease of use, Performance, Range, Signal Strength, Setup | Connectivity, Signal Strength, Coverage, Range, Setup Ease | Ease of use, Performance, Connectivity, Setup, Speed |
| Cons for TP-Link - BE3600 Wi-Fi 7 Range Extender - White | |||
| There were no cons for this product— | Size, Lag, Heat, Compatibility | There were no cons for this product— | Size, Lag, Price |
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Customers often highlight the BE3600 Wi-Fi 7 Range Extender's ease of setup. Users are also pleased with the connectivity and improved signal strength that the extender provides.
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- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great network extender
The TP Link BE3600 can help you get rid of WiFi dead zones. One of the biggest hurdles sometimes with using tech is the setup process especially when using different brands with each other, TP link is one of the best in this area. When setting up the extender you have three options, WPS setup, the TP link Tether app or via the web. I choose the Tether app and it couldn’t have been easier. This didn’t surprise me as I have other Tp Link products from cameras to smart plugs and though it’s a different app, they all were extremely easy to setup. You simply plug the extender in, wait for all the lights to turn solid and then select your network. Once you do that, you can then move the extender to your desired location. The only thing I didn’t know it could do was extend different networks. So I have “two different” networks in my house, one from the fios router and one from a mesh network. I was able to extend the 2.4Ghz from the fios and the 5Ghz from the mesh. This is something I think is really cool and my previous extender couldn’t do. The Tether app makes monitoring the extender extremely easy, it shows you the status of the network and how many devices are connected, even when you’re not connected to it. The front of the extender also shows the status of the connection with four leds. In my experience with TP link products, they’ve been some of the easiest to setup and use and this extender is no different. Highly recommend if you want to get rid of dead zones.
Linksys Posted
- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Well made, easy to setup and my garage space works
The BE3600 Dual-Band Wi-Fi 7 Range Extender from TP Link has been a great addition to my TP Link router. The router itself works great for the entire house, on the other hand since my garage is also made out of brick, I sometimes get a slow connection, so the extender has made that connection much better. The setup ie easy, plug the extender to an outlet and then pair it up and it works seamlessly, now I can go from the house to the garage and the backyard, and it is flawless. I like how it looks and how fast it works too, and since it does have both 2.4 and 5Ghz other products can be connected to it. Now I have more smart products in the garage, and they all work well too. The wireless camera for one, that needs a good connection, is fine. And the one port that its side is a plus, just in case it is needed. Overall, the 3.6 Gbps speed is more than enough for us, easy mesh compatible is great in case I do change my router in the future. the lights in the front are easy to read and the TP Link tether app makes everything so much easier, we are happy with the extender.
AngelM Posted
- Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Easy to set up and install but has limitations
This Wi-Fi extender is easy to set up and performs acceptably, but it has some definite limitations depending on the type of host network and the location where it can be placed. It is the type of extender that plugs directly into a wall outlet and pretty much requires an outlet that is out in the open and does not have anything else plugged into it. To set it up it’s recommended that you initially plug it in fairly close to the router for the network that you are extending. There are some other connection options whereby you can connect to the router with a cable rather than Wi-Fi, but most people will be using the wireless option. Once the extender powers on, it is necessary to get it connected to the existing network. There are a couple of options for doing this, but in my case the best way was to use the "Tether" TP-Link smartphone app to do it all. The app walks you through the entire procedure as it first temporarily connects directly to the extender and then guides you through identifying the network to be extended and logging into it. Depending on the type of network being extended (explained below), the tether may need to have its own network name (SSID) and password assigned. It might also have separate SSIDs for 2.5GHz and 5GHz connections. Once the connection is established and all the LEDs turn blue, the next step is to determine the ideal location for final placement and move the extender there. Again, the app can help with this as you walk around the house and it checks the router’s signal strength. However, even if you determine the best location for the extender, its requirement for an open and unused wall outlet can be a problem. In my case, most candidate outlets either had lamps plugged into them or were inconveniently located behind furniture. Fortunately there is a lot of leeway in determining where to put it and I managed to find a reasonably good spot (see photo). Right away, I ran into an issue that I encountered years ago on a similar device. Unless you have a mesh network where the router and satellites can all use the same network name, in a more conventional network the extender has to have its own name (SSID), meaning that you can only use it if you specifically connect your device to it. For example, if your main network name is “mynet”, the extender defaults to the name “mynet_EXT” (which can be changed). For stationary devices like Smart TVs and other smart home devices this is not a problem; however, when moving around the house with your smartphone or tablet, you have to go into your Wi-Fi settings to connect to the extender if the main router’s signal is weak (and then switch back when in another location). This can be tedious and I think I’d recommend this extender more highly if using it to extend a mesh network where this is not an issue. Our router is on the top floor of a two-story house and covers the main and top floor pretty well. It is the basement where the signal starts getting weak and that’s the area that I hoped to improve with the extender. The signal in the basement was stronger with the extender than from the router, but when I ran a speed test I was a bit disappointed that the overall data throughput was quite a bit less than I had hoped. It is probably sufficient for most of our relatively modest requirements and might just be the nature of extenders where data has to be relayed from the device to the extender to the router. I would give it a 5 for setup and installation and a 3 due to configuration and performance limitations for an overall rating of 4.
Doug G Posted
