Cisco has unveiled its new high-end router Linksys E4200, which impresses with its speed up to 450 Mbps and a new design earned it. The new router dual band (2.4 and 5 GHz) Wireless N should provide 4 Ethernet ports, 6 antennas (3x3) and a USB port for attaching an external hard drive (the router can also be used as a UPnP media server). Interestingly, the USB port can also be used as a virtual USB port, capable of linking such as a printer to the home network.
With the explosion of HD video and the arrival of televisions and all connected devices in our homes (computers, iPad, video game consoles, appliances plugged), the demand for this kind of performance router can only increase the Over the coming months and years. Then the new router Linksys E4200 , a router that provides the functionality that everything should look today, only four of Gigabit Ethernet to connect multiple computers to the network, but of course, Wi-Fi 802.11n dual tape to connect all your wireless devices, which are today not only with laptops, smartphones, game consoles, players.
Features :
- Wireless-N Technology : Built with leading 802.11n wireless technology. The Linksys E4200 offers maximum speed and range to create an ultra-powerful network designed for home theater performance. Connect your computers, Internet-ready TVs, game consoles, and other Wi-Fi devices at transfer rates up to 300 + 450 Mbps for an unrivaled experience.
- Dual-Band : Double your network bandwidth with simultaneous dual-band N (2.4 and 5 GHz) designed to avoid interference and optimize throughput for smoother and faster HD video streaming, file transfers, and wireless gaming.
- SpeedBoost : High-power amplifiers increase signal strength across greater distances for maximum wireless coverage and in-home mobility.
- State-of-the-Art Security : Keep Wi-Fi freeloaders and Internet threats at bay with WPA/WPA2 encryption and SPI firewall to help keep your network protected.
- Benefits of Gigabit : Use the four Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000) ports for quick file sharing, 10x faster than standard Ethernet, between other Gigabit-enabled devices like computers, hard drives, and servers.
- Home Theater Ready : Bring the ultimate entertainment experience to your home by connecting computers, Internet-ready TVs, game consoles, media players and more to your wireless network and the Internet. Simultaneous dual-band N and QoS traffic prioritization technology delivers maximum speed and performance so you can enjoy fast downloads, smooth video and music streaming, and lag free gaming and VoIP.
- Easy to Manage : Cisco Connect software helps you customize your settings, and quickly add multiple devices to your network:
- Create a separate, secure, password protected network for guests
- Limit access time and websites with Parental Controls
- Easily access advanced network settings
Comparison
Cisco has continued its push to make home entertainment wire free with its latest E Series wireless router, the Linksys E4200. Cisco's new dual band 802.11n rig enters a high end market segment currently occupied by the TRENDnet TEW 692GR. Both routers utilize a 3x3 Multiple Input Multiple Output MIMO configuration for a max throughput of 450Mbps on the 5GHz band, and while the E4200 only reaches speeds of 300Mbps at 2.4 GHz as compared to the TEW 692GRs 450Mbps it should still be quite the video streaming powerhouse. As we've seen in previous Cisco offerings, the company's latest has USB connectivity and UPnP media server capabilities to add network storage and share all of your movies and music.
Additionally, the E4200 packs technology similar to that seen in other routers, which allows users to prioritize bandwidth for movies, voice, or music. To keep everyone connected, it has 4 Gigabit Ethernet ports, six antennas, and several internal and external signal amplifiers to provide coverage for even the most palatial of estates. For those itching to pair a performance router with their new internet capable TV, the E4200 is priced at 179.99 and is currently available at Best Buy.
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