Wireless-AC Dual-Band Wi-Fi Router - White

Name: Wireless-AC Dual-Band Wi-Fi Router - White
SKU: 5973002
Rating: 4.9 (52 reviews)

Model: PORTAL-PCW-110-COM

SKU: 5973002

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Key Specs
- 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.)
General
- Product Name: Wireless-AC Dual-Band Wi-Fi Router
- Model Number: PORTAL-PCW-110-COM
Security
- Data Encryption: true
- Encryption Type: WPA-PSK, WPA2-PSK (The security protocols or certification programs that protect the Wi-Fi network.)
- Firewall Type: NAT, 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
- 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).)
- Number of Antennas: 9
- 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 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.)
- Ethernet Switch: true (Connects multiple devices to expand the Local Area Network (LAN).)
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: 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.)
- 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 (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
- 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
- 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.)
Dimensions
- Product Height: 2.1 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 Width: 9.3 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.)
Warranty
- Manufacturer's Warranty - Parts: 3 Years
- Manufacturer's Warranty - Labor: 3 Years
Other
- UPC: 851030007008

Set up your home network with this Portal Wi-Fi router. Its split-intelligence processors and self-optimization algorithms maximize speed and coverage, and the multi-channel zero-wait DFS broadens the spectrum to increase bandwidth and decrease congestion. The Portal Wi-Fi router has four Ethernet and 2 USB ports to connect to devices without Wi-Fi capabilities.

Wireless-AC technology: Promotes rapid performance and optimal coverage.
Dual-band 2.4GHz/5.0GHz frequency: Delivers a fast response when transferring files.
Up to 2400Mbps data transfer speed: Provides fast and reliable performance for devices.
9 high-performance internal antennas: Eliminate buffering and also provide up to 3,000 sq. ft. of coverage.
Patented DFS FastLanes™ technology: Gives access to new Wi-Fi channels in the 5GHz range.
SmartLanes™ technology: Automatically moves your devices onto the fastest channel.
MU-MIMO technology: MU-MIMO gives every compatible device its own dedicated full-speed Wi-Fi connection, so that multiple devices can connect at the same time without slowing down the network.
QoS (Quality of Service): Keeps track of network traffic to help determine the priority of applications.
2 USB 2.0 ports: Allow you to connect a printer and enjoy 3G and 4G file sharing.
4 gigabit ethernet ports: Offer a high-speed wired network connection.
Parental control: Lets you automatically block specific content on connected devices.
Encryption: Includes WPA-PSK and WPA2-PSK to keep your network secure.
Portal app: Makes it easy to setup, personalize, and manage your network (Download required).

Whats Included

Portal Wireless-AC Dual-Band Wi-Fi Router
Two power cords
6 ft. ethernet cable
Quick start guide

Customers are saying

Customers are positive about the Wireless-AC Dual-Band Wi-Fi Router, frequently praising its ease of use and excellent performance. Many appreciate the strong signal and wide coverage area, extending to multiple floors and throughout their homes. The simple setup process and attractive design are also frequently highlighted as positive aspects. There were no negative customer comments reported.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Went from 40 to 90Mbps! Covers entire home!
The Portal router is awesome - it doubled my speed from 40 to 90Mbps! I was using an older Airport Extreme router from which I switch over to the Portal and couldn't be happier! =) My home is about 1,260 sq. ft. with a big back yard. I get WiFi everywhere in the house now. I am able to easily stream on Chromecast, Fire TV stick, and even in the backyard on my iPhone! Previously with the Airport Extreme Netflix used to buffer a lot and take time to load the videos - it's now instant! It makes the wife happy too, which is great! Portal was super easy to setup and took just a few minutes, there was a one time update that took place after which its working like a charm. I only needed one router for my home and property, if you have larger home mesh might make sense. I haven't tried any of the advanced settings they have, out of the box settings work just fine for me.
Posted 8 years ago by stonekutter
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Excellent product that embraces new technology
As an early adopter on Kickstarter, I decided to fund the Portal on the basis of its new AC technology which will help keep up with the future internet of things in my soon to be connected house. Connecting it to my old router was a breeze since I'm quite technically savvy, however, those less so will still find setup quite easy to do with the included directions. My Motorola SURFboard which was given to me from my ISP had become outdated with no updates being received (as far as I could tell) over the five years I have owned it. In addition, while the coverage was good in my room ten feet away, my parents' room didn't get the best speed and occasionally dropped out at 45 feet. Maybe it was due to the three walls plus bathroom mirror, or maybe the hardware was just dated. My ISPs package provides us with 60 down and 8 up. With my Motorola router I was getting about 30-40 down, and 6 up. I was actually planning to confront my ISP about this but then I heard about the Portal. Now my whole house is given consistent coverage and my ISP is meeting its specified speeds, and even going a little above those speeds when the surrounding networks aren't busy. Speaking of sounding networks, I can't begin to tell you how useful the Portal has been with all the neighbors and their networks. On some days after work and school, our connection would suffer since everyone was on the same wireless channel. Switching channels didn't work either because they were all taken up and each channel was often dedicated to multiple independent networks. Oh, and me and my parents don't fume if I decide to start up a game in the middle of their Netflix stream. Their movie isn't stuck loading, and my games don't lag. This new technology like AC wireless and dynamic frequency switching is really something to be embraced. The back-end side on the internet is quite easy to manage as well. Everything is neatly organized and simple to understand and easy to configure. To tie it all off, its even got two USB slots in the back for some network attached storage. Great for saving all the family photos and videos to without having to keep all those images on our own devices storage. Overall, my wireless expectations are now being met thanks to the Portal which is not only effective in what it sets out to do, but also looks quite stylish while doing so.
Posted 8 years ago by DarkStar
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Solid router with good coverage in congested areas
Full disclosure I was one of the initial Kickstarter backers. The promise of a router that would dynamically switch between DFS channels when available was of great importance to me. I live in a townhouse community so I'm surrounded by tons of wireless networks. The Portal Router allows me to use Wifi in channels with minimal interference. This means better throughout and a better signal. Sounds great right? Well there is a minor quibble that I have. But this isn't an issue with the router itself. Let me explain real quick. Not all wifi devices can operate in the 802.11ac DFS channels. Often this is a cost saving measure by vendors. I have had issues where some of my devices will not work on a select few of the DFS channels. For example my Roku Premiere+, Amazon Echo, and Vizio M series TV will not connect on all the DFS channels the Portal supports. Please remember this is not Portal's fault. In order to help get these devices to work on DFS channels the router does support a compatibility mode. This forces the router not to use some of the DFS channels. Prior to getting the Portal my Speedtests were regularly hovering around 150-160 Mbps down and about 12 up. Using the portal I've seen better results. 200+ down and 12 up on 802.11ac. Overall I'm a very happy Kickstarter backer. at the start the router wasn't very feature rich however the vendor has started adding more advanced features.
Posted 8 years ago by Spidey616