| TP-Link Archer C5 | Linksys EA6350 | |
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| WiFi Performance | AC1200 WiFi (300 + 867 Mbps) | AC1200 WiFi (300 + 867 Mbps) |
| WiFi Band | 2.4GHz & 5GHz | 2.4GHz & 5GHz |
| Ethernet Ports | 4 Fast Ethernet LAN port 1 Fast Ethernet WAN port |
4 Gigabit LAN port 1 Gigabit WAN port |
| USB Ports | 2 USB 2.0 Ports | 1 USB 3.0 port |
| Security | DoS, SPI Firewall IP Address Filter/MAC Address Filter/Domain Filter IP and MAC Address Binding |
WEP WPA Personal WPA Enterprise WPA2 Personal WPA2 Enterprise WPA2/WPA Mixed Personal WPA2/WPA Mixed Enterprise |
| Antennas | Three 5GHz 5dBi detachable antennas (RP-SMA) Three 2.4GHz internal antennas |
Five Galtronics bent-metal internal antennas: three for the 5 GHz and two for the 2.4 GHz |
| Features | Network Address Translation (NAT) WMM, Bandwidth Control, Virtual Server, Port Triggering, UPnP, DMZ |
Advanced Network Protection (WPA/WPA2 encryption and SPI firewall) |
| MSRP | $99.99 | $99.99 |
The Linksys EA6350 comes packed with a variety of features and superior functionality, making it highly suitable for home use. It is a sleek device with two non-detachable antennas at the rear.
Features
With an option of 2.4Ghz and 5.0Ghz frequencies, users can enjoy fast video streaming, reliable performance and a stable connection. Users looking to play online games, watch streaming movies, or conduct other online activities on the Internet will not be disappointed with the performance of this router.
Software Support
The in-built smart Wi-Fi software allows users to easily monitor the network remotely from home, office or coffee-shop. You can easily access the network from any device that connects to the Internet, such as a smartphone. You can use this to check on devices connected to your router. It also allows you to block a device or website effortlessly. You can even create a password-protected guest network using the smart Wi-Fi software. These key features make it more convenient, reliable and hassle-free to manage your home or office network. The software also contains a gamut of applications that enable better control of the network.
The smart Wi-Fi software allows parents to remotely set up parental control, block inappropriate websites, monitor Internet activity and even prioritize certain websites.
USB Port
A USB 3.0 port enables you to share files with other devices connected to the network. Media streaming and data sharing is a breeze. You can easily back up photos, videos and other files from your computer to an external storage device connected to the USB port. The USB port also allows users to connect to an array of peripheral devices, such as printer.
Setup
The Linksys EA6350 wireless router is compatible with numerous browsers including Internet Explorer 8, Safari 5, Firefox 8 and Google Chrome. The manufacturer, offers up to 1 year warranty support. While a CD comes in the box alongside the router, you do not need it for router setup. Plug the router to a power source. Connect it to a modem and a computer device. Connect to the Linksys Secure Network and follow the instructions given in the Quick Start Guide to complete the basic configuration.
The EA6350 is a smart choice for anyone seeking high speed connections, greater control of the network and faster file sharing across devices.
