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MU-MIMO
MU-MIMO
Latest Wireless-AC technology for simultaneously streaming and gaming on multiple devices.

SIMULTANEOUS DUAL BAND (2.4 + 5 GHz)
SIMULTANEOUS DUAL BAND (2.4 + 5 GHZ)
Delivers a stronger connection at a wider range than a single band at speeds up to 2.53 Gbps.

USB 3.0 PORT
USB 3.0 PORT
Share files and add external storage across your network with the USB 3.0 port. USB 3.0 offers enhanced speeds over 2.0.

eSATA PORT
ESATA PORT
Offers added convenience. Also accommodates USB 2.0.

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Linksys EA8500
ULTIMATE SOLUTION FOR MULTI-DEVICE HOUSEHOLDS
The Max-Stream AC2600 Router is the ultimate solution for multi-device households. Breakthrough MU-MIMO technology delivers 4.6x* faster Wi-Fi speeds to everyone and everything on your busy network. Now the whole household can play video games, listen to music, check email, shop, stream movies, and more--all simultaneously and without lag or buffering.

MU-MIMO for Multiple Device Households
EVERYBODY'S ONLINE. NOBODY'S WAITING
The Max-Stream AC2600 Router delivers plenty of bandwidth to all of your connected devices such as streaming media players, smart TVs, tablets, and game consoles--maintaining a fast, uninterrupted Wi-Fi connection even if multiple family members are all connected at the same time. This allows everyone in your household to connect to the Internet at the same time without slowing down your network.

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BREAKTHROUGH LINKSYS MU-MIMO FOR YOUR BUSY HOME NETWORK
Multi-User, Multiple-Input, Multiple-Output (MU-MIMO) technology ensures uninterrupted Wi-Fi connections that function as if each device has its own dedicated router. You and other household members can now connect to the Internet, stream media, and play online games simultaneously at speeds up to 4.6x faster* than traditional Wi-Fi.

Qualcomm MU | EFX - 11ac to its maximum effect

Lifestyle 1
UNINTERRUPTED MOVIE STREAMING
No more frozen screens while streaming your favorite shows or movies. With Linksys MU-MIMO technology, the entire household can enjoy smooth performance when simultaneously streaming. The combined 2.53 Gbps Wi-Fi speeds** wipe out annoying buffering and enable faster downloads.

Lifestyle 2
IMPROVED MOBILE SPEED AND RANGE
Shop online, send emails, and even set up your router from your mobile device in any room of your home without having to worry about signal drop-off. Beamforming technology delivers whole-home coverage that targets Wi-Fi signals to provide increased signal strength and coverage for each mobile device. Linksys Smart Wi-Fi allows you to monitor your home network anywhere from your mobile device.

Lifestyle 3
LAG-FREE ONLINE GAMING
Game without interruption from other devices on the network with the new MU-MIMO technology. The router's supercharged 1.4 GHz dual-core processor and four high-speed Gigabit Ethernet ports make it an ideal choice for gamers looking for blazing-fast wired connections.

Linksys Smart Wi-Fi

LINKSYS SMART WI-FI
Linksys Smart Wi-Fi lets you access your network anytime, anywhere. Using your browser or the Smart Wi-Fi mobile app, you can:

Prioritize devices or websites for video streaming and online gaming
Control inappropriate or distracting content
Monitor network activity and speed
Turn Wi-Fi access on or off for any connected device
Create a separate, password-protected guest network

Brand
Linksys
Model
EA8500

Details
Standards
802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, 802.11n, 802.11ac, 802.3ab, 802.3u
Security
WEP, WPA, WPA2
up to 128-bit encryption
WPA/WPA2
WPA2
LEDs
Power, Internet, Ethernet (1-4), Wi-Fi Protected Setup, Wireless
Buttons
Wi-Fi Protected Setup, Reset, Wi-Fi, Power
Wireless Data Rates
Up to 2.6Gbps
Frequency Band
2.4GHz/5GHz
Antenna
5 (4 external and 1 internal)
Interface
Internet, Etherent (1-4), USB 2.0/eSATA combo, USB 3.0, Power
VPN support
IPSec, L2TP, and PPTP VPN pass-through
Power Adapter
12V / 3.5A
System Requirements
PC: Wi-Fi enabled with CD or DVD drive, Windows XP SP3, Windows Vista SP1 or later, Windows 7, or Windows 8
Mac: Wi-Fi enabled with CD or DVD drive, Mac OS X Leopard v10.5.8 or later, Snow Leopard v10.6.1 or later, Lion v10.7, Mountain Lion v10.8, or Mavericks v10.9
Web Browser: Internet Explorer 8, Safari 5 (for Mac), Firefox 8, or Chrome configuration

Packaging
Package Contents
Linksys AC2600 Dual Band Smart Wi-Fi Router, EA8500
Quick Start Guide
CD-ROM with Documentation
Ethernet cable
Power Adapter