Linksys - AC1200 Dual-Band Wi-Fi Range Extender - Black
User rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars with 2867 reviews.
4.1(2,867 Reviews)- 1 Expert Review
- 122 Answered Questions
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Description
Features
Boost your existing Wi-Fi network
Stay connected as this range extender reduces dead zones throughout your home. External antennas provide even more coverage and speed.
Dual wireless bands reduce interference
Get signal speeds up to 300Mbps on the 2.4GHz radio frequency band and up to 867Mbps on the 5GHz band.
Connect your speakers to listen to streaming audio
Built-in audio jack lets you plug speakers (not included) directly into your range extender and listen to music, podcasts and more, streamed from a wireless device like a smartphone or laptop.
Gigabit LAN ports for wired devices
Connect up to 4 devices at a time to your range extender using Ethernet cables.
Easy to set up
No CD required. Plus, the Spot Finder app allows you to use a smartphone or tablet to find the best location for your range extender.
What's Included
- 2 antennas
- Linksys Wireless Range Extender
- Owner's manual
- Power adapter
Key Specs
- Band TechnologyDual
- Frequency Band2.4 GHz, 5.0 GHz
- Antenna TypeExternal
- Number of Antennas2
- Number of LAN Ports4
- Wireless Networking StandardWi-Fi 5
General
- Product NameAC1200 Dual-Band Wi-Fi Range Extender
- BrandLinksys
- Model NumberRE6500
- ColorBlack
- Color CategoryBlack
Network
- Compatible Wireless Standard(s)Wireless-AC
- Maximum Coverage Area0 square feet
- Wireless Networking StandardWi-Fi 5
Dimension
- Product Height6.1 inches
- Product Length0.5 inches
- Product Width1.7 inches
- Product Weight5.6 pounds
Warranty
- Manufacturer's Warranty - Parts1 year
- Manufacturer's Warranty - Labor1 year limited
Other
- UPC745883636242
Customer reviews
Rating 4.1 out of 5 stars with 2867 reviews
(2,867 customer reviews)Rating by feature
- Value4.0
Rating 4.0 out of 5 stars
- Quality4.1
Rating 4.1 out of 5 stars
- Ease of Use4.0
Rating 4.0 out of 5 stars
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Link sys does it again
||Posted .Solid piece of equipment. I needed it for the garage because I am in there working on my car and my iPad couldn't receive a strong enough signal from the living room. Now I have this in there it seems the internet is faster on the ipad in the garage than in the house. I know this sounds crazy but this device is amazing.
I would recommend this to a friendRated 5 out of 5 stars
Excellent product
||Posted .Now I have complete Wifi coverage in my entire house. Highly satisfied with the product
I would recommend this to a friendRated 5 out of 5 stars
Great buy
||Posted .I'm so glad I got this extender for my house, the internet modem is downstairs and I was having really spotty wifi upstairs but now it's full bars.
I would recommend this to a friendRated 5 out of 5 stars
This thing really works!
||Posted .My wireless router is the Linksys brand; the BestBuy in-store sales associate suggested that it would probably be best to match brands for the router and the range extender. I think that he was correct on that call. I needed the extender because a big 'ole refrigerator is directly in the path of signal from my wireless router to my laptop computer. This caused the signal to 'come and go.' The extender is placed so that the wireless signal to its antennae is not blocked by the refrigerator; the laptop sits about 18-in. from the extender. With the extender I have had a 100% non-interrupted wireless signal. This works great! (And Best Buy guaranteed that it would do the job.)
I would recommend this to a friendRated 5 out of 5 stars
Excellent Extender
||Posted .This is an excellent extender. I have a Peloton bike, which an excellent stationary bike, but it drops internet all too often. I I bought the extender, mounted it on the bike and made the bike think it's connected by ethernet by plugging the bike directly into the extender I mounted on the bike. Now it never drops and all I have to do his bet on my bad motor scooter and ride. I mean my bad Peloton....
I would recommend this to a friendFeatures
Value5 out of 5Quality5 out of 5Ease of Use4 out of 5Pros mentioned:Set up, Signal quality, Signal rangeRated 4 out of 5 stars
LinkSys WiFi Range Extender works great!
||Posted .Owned for 1 month when reviewed.I had to call Linksys support for help installing the Linksys WiFi Extender, which i eventually succeeded in installing the WiFi Extender with the technician’s help. The device has been working flawlessly so far.
Features
Value5 out of 5Quality5 out of 5Ease of Use4 out of 5I would recommend this to a friendFeatures
Value5 out of 5Quality5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5Pros mentioned:Set upCons mentioned:Dead spotsRated 5 out of 5 stars
Small Extender, Major Speed Boost
||Posted .Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.I didn't realize how much of a dead zone my room was until I speed tested with and without this WiFi extender. The setup is easy, and I get up to 4 Ethernet connections to this single device. I'm thankful for my investment.
Features
Value5 out of 5Quality5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5I would recommend this to a friendFeatures
Value5 out of 5Quality5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Great device
||Posted .Owned for 1 month when reviewed.Connected great to the internet. Would not recommend being more then 40-50ft apart from main router. (Yes I tested distance) also hides really well. Only downfall is that I could not get the 2g connected for some reason.
Features
Value5 out of 5Quality5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5I would recommend this to a friend
What experts are saying
- Tom's HardwareTim Ferrill on November 10, 2015
AC1200 Wi-Fi Range Extender Round-UpThough the brand changed hands a couple of times in the last decade, Linksys is a recognizable name in the home networking market, particularly in the wireless segment. Its RE6500, the smallest range extender of the four we're reviewing, is a
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Q: QuestionHow does it connect to router?Does this need to be "hard wired" to the router via Ethernet or does it connect wirelessly?
Asked by Anonymous.
- A:Answer Yes, it does connect wirelessly.
Answered by spjan
Q: QuestionI have a Linksys AC1200 router.I do not have a Wi-Fi signal in my basement. Is it best to plug the extender into my router or locate the extender in the basement room where I want the Wi-Fi signal?
Asked by Paul J..
- A:Answer If there is no current Wi-Fi, plug it in. If there is Wi-Fi but the signal is just weak in the basement, this unit will probably "see" the other Wi-Fi router's weak signal . If it does, you will have a strong Wi-Fi presence there from now on. If the Wi-Fi signal in the basement is too weak, try moving this device directly under your other router & elevate it near that other unit's location to improve the signal. You can also download a Mobile App called "Wi-Fi Analytics", which will give you real-time strength measurements as you walk around to best find your "sweet-spot" for this repeater. Good Luck!
Answered by UnklNobo
Q: Questioncan a wifi router be hook up to wifi modemI need to extend my wifi because the modem is not strong
Asked by jim.
- A:Answer This is a Range Extender for an existing wireless router.
Answered by Gigabyter
Q: QuestionCan you select individually either 2.4GHz or the 5GHz band? The device (SkyBell) I wish to connect to states to use only 2.4 GHz and not 5 GHz to function correctly. I want to verify if the option exists to select band 2.4 GHz band only
Asked by Anonymous.
- A:Answer Hello! Yes, you have the option of selecting which frequency band to extend.
Answered by Linksys Staff
Q: QuestionCan you use two of these extenders to increase coverage? Or do you have to have only one extender per system?
Asked by MTCL.
- A:Answer I have two extenders setup. Just be careful during setup, that you differentiate the naming of the extenders.
Answered by GrapeApe
Q: QuestionDo you have to use this extender with a linksys modem or can use it with a different modem like asus N-900 or dlink?Do you have to use this extender with a linksys modem or can use it with a different modem like asus N-900 or dlink?
Asked by Anonymous.
- A:Answer I use it with the modem supplied by Comcast. No Problems.
Answered by BobOld
Q: QuestionIs this Range Extender compatible with a Lynksys Router, model number MR8300?
Asked by CharlesWaine.
- A:Answer Yes, CharlesWaine. The Linksys MR8300 should work fine with most range extenders.
Answered by Linksys Staff
Q: Questiondoes this work with a ps4? also, why does the light keep flashing orange?
Asked by tyler.
- A:Answer Hi, tyler. Your PS4 will work with the Linksys RE6500. Also, if the LED is blinking orange/amber, then it means that the extender cannot establish a connection or encounters a problem.
Answered by Linksys Staff
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