Linksys SOHO Quick Reference Guide

Small Office andHome Office NetworkingQ U I C K R E F E R E N C E G U I D E

Small Office and Home Office (SOHO) Networking

Routers and modems are the gatekeepers to the internet.

No matter how much bandwidth you pay for, how new your

device, or how ‘high speed’ your service, without a good

modem and router to bring it all in, your internet will be slow,

which can be detrimental to your work or business.

Whether you work from home or run a small office, there’s a

router out there for you. With the growing number of devices

connecting to a single router, fast and secure Wi-Fi is a must.

It’s time to upgrade that old consumer router for a business-

grade router that can keep up!

Our SOHO Quick Reference Guide breaks down all of our

Linksys products made for the small office and home office

environments. Easily compare our routers, cable modems,

range extenders, and adapters to find the best fit for your

network.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. Routers: WRT

2. Routers: Max-Stream

3. Cable Modems

4. Range Extenders

5. USB Wi-Fi and Ethernet Adapters

6. Powerline Adapters

High Performance and Open Source RoutersKeeping your Small Office or Home Office (SOHO) connected is effortless with a Linksys

WRT™ router. This high-performance hardware allows for faster speeds and features open

source capabilities. The software flexibility and customization allows tech-savvy users to

hotrod the router for the specific needs of those seeking enhanced browsing privacy and

security, networking professionals,

commercial applications, and gamers.

Key Features• Enterprise-grade chipsets

• Open source-ready for OpenWrt® or DD-WRT®

• Wireless-AC Technology

• MU-MIMO and DFS Certification (WRT3200ACM only)

• eSATA and UBS 3.0 with NAS-like storage performance

(except WRT54GL)

WRT™ ROUTERSPerformance Perfected® for ultimate power and speed. Open-source ready.

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Product ID (Part #) WRT54GL WRT1200AC WRT1900ACS WRT3200ACM

Product Description Wireless-G Wireless Router AC1200 Dual-Band Gigabit Wi-Fi Router

AC1900 Dual-Band Gigabit Wi-Fi Router

AC3200 Dual-band MU-MIMO Gigabit Wi-Fi Router

General

Standards

IEEE 802.3 IEEE 802.3u IEEE 802.11g IEEE 802.11b

IEEE 802.11aIEEE 802.11bIEEE 802.11gIEEE 802.11nIEEE 802.11acIEEE 802.3abIEEE 802.3u

IEEE 802.11aIEEE 802.11bIEEE 802.11gIEEE 802.11nIEEE 802.11acIEEE 802.3abIEEE 802.3u

IEEE 802.11aIEEE 802.11gIEEE 802.11nIEEE 802.11acIEEE 802.3abIEEE 802.3u

Processor 200 MHz Single-Core 1.3 GHz Dual-Core ARM-Based 1.6 GHz Dual-Core ARM-Based 1.8 GHz Dual-Core ARM-Based

Memory 4MB Flash, 16MB RAM 128MB Flash, 512MB DDR3 RAM 128MB Flash, 512MB DDR3 RAM 256Mb Flash, 512 DDR3 RAM

Ethernet Ports 1x Gigabit WAN Port4x Gigabit LAN Ports

1x Gigabit WAN Port4x Gigabit LAN Ports



USB Ports N/A 1x USB 3.0 Port1x eSATA/USB 2.0 Port

1x USB 3.0 Port1x eSATA/USB 2.0 Port


Antennas 2x External 2x External 4x External, Detachable 4x External, Detachable

Wireless Operating Spectrum Wireless G Simultaneous Dual-Band

(2.4GHz and 5GHz)Simultaneous Dual-Band

(2.4GHz and 5GHz)Simultaneous Dual-Band

(2.4GHz and 5GHz)Power

Power Supply 12VDC, 1A Input: 100-240V ~ 50-60Hz; Otuput: 12V/2.5A

Input: 100-240V ~ 50-60Hz; Otuput: 12V/2.5A

Input: 100-240V ~ 50-60Hz; Otuput: 12V/2.5A

Miscellaneous

Dimensions (W x H x D) 186 x 48 x 200 mm (7.32 x 1.89 x 7.87 in)

247.9 x 195.1 x 15.1 mm (9.76 x 7.68 x 2.01 in)

246 x 194 x 52 mm (9.68 x 7.63 x 2.04 in)

246 x 194 x 52 mm (9.68 x 7.63 x 2.04 in)

Weights 482 g (17 oz) 793.79 g (1.75 lbs) 0.8 kg (1.76 lbs) 0.8 kg (1.76 lbs)Environmental Parameters

Operating Temperature 32 to 104 F (0 to 40 C) 32 to 104 F (0 to 40 C) 32 to 104 F (0 to 40 C) 32 to 104 F (0 to 40 C)

Storing Temperature -4 to 158 F (-20 to 70 C) -4 to 140 F (-20 to 60 C) -4 to 140 F (-20 to 60 C) -4 to 140 F (-20 to 60 C)

Humidity Range Storage 10 to 85% Noncondensing 10 to 80% Noncondensing 10 to 80% Noncondensing 10 to 80% NoncondensingSOFTW

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Security

Wireless Encryption

Stateful Packet Inspection (SPI) Firewall, Internet Policy

Wi-Fi Protected Access™ 2 (WPA2), WEP, Wireless MAC Filtering

64/128-bit WEP, WPA2 Personal, WPA2 Enterprise

WPA2/WPA Mixed Personal, WPA2/WPA Mixed Enterprise


WPA2/WPA Mixed Personal, WPA2/WPA Mixed Enterprise

WPA2 Personal, WPA2 EnterpriseWPA2/WPA Mixed Personal, WPA2/WPA Mixed Enterprise

VPN Support VPN pass through support PPTP, IPSec Pass-Through PPTP, IPSec Pass-Through PPTP, IPSec Pass-Through

Premium Performance for HD Streaming & 4K RoutersSupercharge your work and play with Linksys Premium Performance routers for

HD Streaming and 4K. Equipped with the next-gen AC MU-MIMO technology,

send uninterrupted Wi-Fi connections to multiple devices at the same time and speed.

Go ahead and stream your 4K TV, game online and download those large files,

all while your office productivity surges – all without lag or buffering.

Key Features• Next-Gen AC MU-MIMO (Multiple User, Multiple Input,

Multiple Output) Technology

• USB 3.0 Port

• Ideal for 4K TV Streaming, Online Multi-Player Gaming,

and Fast Paced Wi-Fi Activities

• Dual-Core Central Processing Unit

• Gigabit Ethernet Ports

• Beamforming Technology

• Linksys Smart Wi-Fi Remote Management

• Triband Wi-Fi (EA9500)

• 3x3 AC (EA7300, EA7500)

• 4x4 AC (EA8500, EA9500)

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Product ID (Part #) EA7300 EA7500 EA8500 EA9500

Product Description Max-Stream AC1750 MU-MIMO Gigabit Router

Max-Stream AC1900 MU-MIMO Gigabit Router

Max-Stream AC2600 MU-MIMO Smart Wi-Fi Router

Max-Stream AC5400 MU-MIMO Gigabit Router

General

Standards

IEEE 802.11a IEEE 802.11b IEEE 802.11g IEEE 802.11n IEEE 802.11ac

802.11b 802.11a 802.11n 802.11ac 802.11g

IEEE 802.11a IEEE 802.11b IEEE 802.11g IEEE 802.11n IEEE 802.11ac

802.11b802.11a/g802.11n802.11ac

Processor 880Mhz Dual-Core 880Mhz Dual-Core 1.4 GHz Dual-Core ARM-Based 1.4 GHz Dual-Core ARM-Based

Memory 128MB Flash, 256MB DDR RAM 128MB Flash, 256MB DDR RAM 128MB Flash, 512MB DDR3 RAM 128MB Flash, 512MB DDR3 RAM

Ethernet Ports 1x Gigabit WAN Port4x Gigabit LAN Port

1x Gigabit WAN Port4x Gigabit LAN Port

1x Gigabit Internet Port 4x Gigabit Ethernet Ports

1x Gigabit WAN Port8x Gigabit LAN Port

USB Ports 1x USB 3.0 Port 1x USB 3.0 Port1x USB 2.0 Port


1x USB 3.0 Port1x USB 2.0 Port

Antennas 3x External +1 Internal, None Detachable

3x External Detachable+1x Internal Detachable 4x External, Detachable 8x External, Adjustable

Wireless Operating Spectrum

Simultaneous Dual-Band (2.4GHz & 5GHz)



Simultaneous Tri-Band (2.4GHz & 5GHz x2)

Power

Power Supply Input: 100-240V ~ 50-60Hz; Output: 12V, 2.5A

Input: 100-240V ~ 50-60Hz; Output: 12V, 3.5A

Input: 100-240V ~ 50-60Hz; Output: 12V, 3.5A

Input: 100-240V ~ 50-60Hz; Output: 12V, 5A

Miscellaneous

Dimensions (W x H x D) 257 x 56 x 184 mm (10.12 x 2.2 x 7.24 in) w/o antennas

256.3 x 56.2 x 183.5 mm (10.1 x 2.2 x 7.2 in) w/o antennas

256.33 x 56.2 x 186.5 mm (10.1 x 2.2 x 7.2 in )

318.2 x 66.7 x 264.5 mm (12.5 x 2.63 x 10.4 in)

Weights 636 g (22.43 oz) 692 g (24.4 oz) 1573.97 g (55.52 oz) 1727.7 g (60.94 oz) Environmental Parameters


Storing Temperature -4 to 140 F (-20 to 60 C) -4 to 140 F (-20 to 60 C) -4 to 140 F (-20 to 60 C) -4 to 140 F (-20 to 60 C)

Humidity Range Storage 10 to 80% Noncondensing 10 to 80% Noncondensing 10 to 80% Noncondensing 10 to 80% Noncondensing

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Wireless Encryption 64/128-bit WEP, WPA2 Personal, WPA2 Enterprise


U64/128-bit WEP, WPA2 Personal, WPA2 Enterprise


VPN Support PPTP, IPSec Pass-Through, L2TP Pass-through

PPTP, IPSec Pass-Through, L2TP Pass-through

PPTP, IPSec Pass-Through, L2TP Pass-through PPTP, IPSec Pass-Through

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MAX-STREAM™

Next Gen AC Wi-Fi

Cable ModemsLinksys Cable Modems help you get the most out of your existing cable broadband

connectivity. Kiss rental fees goodbye and invest in a better Internet while saving money

and streaming with lightning fast Wi-Fi speeds to make every Gigabit count.

Key Features• Compatible with All Major Cable Providers

• Easy Plug-and-Play Setup

• Gigabit Ethernet

• Integrated Intel Puma Chipset to Achieve

High-Speed Downstream and Upstream Performance

Certified by all major cable providers, including:

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Product ID (Part #) CM3008 CM3016 CM3024

Product Description DOCSIS 3.0 Cable Modem (8x4 Bonded Channels)

DOCSIS 3.0 Cable Modem (16x4 Bonded Channels)

DOCSIS 3.0 Cable Modem (24x8 Bonded Channels)

General

Standards SNMP v1, v2C, v3, DHCP, TFTP and ToD clients

SNMP v1, v2C, v3, DHCP,TFTP and ToD clients

SNMP v1, v2C, v3, DHCP, TFTP and ToD clients

Cable Standards DOCSIS 3.0 Certified DOCSIS 3.0 Certified DOCSIS 3.0 Certified

Network Standards

IEEE 802.3IEEE 802.3u

IEEE 802.3abIPv6 support





Ethernet Ports 1x Gigabit Ethernet 1x Gigabit Ethernet 1x Gigabit Ethernet

Maximum Line Rate Up to 343Mbps Download, Up to 120 Mbps Upload

Up to 686Mbps Download, Up to 120Mbps Upload

Up to 960Mbps Download, Up to 120Mbps Upload

Interface Cable: F-type female 75 ohm Cable: F-type female 75 ohm Cable: F-type female 75 ohm Power

Power Supply 12V 1A 12V 2A 12V 2A

Miscellaneous

Dimensions (W x H x D)

110 x 70 x 25 mm (4.33 x 2.76 x 0.98 in) - w/o coax connector

124 x 70 x 25 mm (4.88 x 2.76 x 0.98 in) - w/ coax connector

177 x 45 x 204 mm (6.97 x 1.77 x 8.03 in)Stand included: 177 x 213.8 x 95.4 mm

(6.97 x 8.42 x 3.76 in)

177 x 45 x 204 mm (6.97 x 1.77 x 8.03 in)Stand included: 177 x 213.8 x 95.4 mm

(6.97 x 8.42 x 3.76 in)

Weights 120 g ± 10 g 500 g ± 10 g 500 g ± 10 gEnvironmental Parameters

Operating Temperature 32 to 104 F (0 to 40 C) 32 to 104 F (0 to 40 C) 32 to 104 F (0 to 40 C)

Storing Temperature -40 to 176 F (-40 to 80 C) -40 to 176 F (-40 to 80 C) -40 to 176 F (-40 to 80 C)

Humidity Range Storage 10 to 90% Noncondensing 10 to 90% Noncondensing 10 to 90% Noncondensing

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CABLE MODEMSWorks with all major cable providers. Get the most out of your existing cable connection.

Range ExtendersExtend your Wi-Fi coverage to all areas of your home or small office,

eliminating Wi-Fi “Dead Zones” even in those hard to reach places.

Seamless RoamingEnables your device to automatically switch to the strongest Wi-Fi signal as you move around your house when Max-Stream Routers are paired with Max-Stream Range Extenders.

Key Features• Works with Any Router

• Crossband Technology

• Simultaneous Dual-Band (2.4 GHz + 5 GHz)

• Wi-Fi Audio Capability (RE4100W, RE6500, RE6700)

For more information, please visit www.linksys.com/seamless-roaming

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Product ID (Part #) RE4100W RE6300 RE6400 RE6500 RE6700 RE7000

Product DescriptionN600 Dual-Band

Wi-Fi Range Extender

AC750 Dual-Band Wi-Fi Range

Extender


Extender

AC1200 Dual-Band Desktop Wi-Fi

Range Extender


Extender

Max-Stream AC1900+ Dual-Band Wi-Fi Range Extender

General

Standards

IEEE 802.11aIEEE 802.11bIEEE 802.11gIEEE 802.11n

IEEE 802.11aIEEE 802.11bIEEE 802.11gIEEE 802.11nIEEE 802.11ac





Ethernet Ports 1x Fast Ethernet 1x Gigabit Ethernet 1x Gigabit Ethernet 4x Gigabit Ethernet 1x Gigabit Ethernet 1x Gigabit LAN

Audio Ports 1 x 3.5mm Audio Jack N/A N/A 1 x Audio Jack 1 x 3.5mm Audio Jack N/A


Simultaneous Dual-Band (2.4 & 5GHz)






Max. Link Rate 300 Mbps 433 Mbps 867 Mbps 867 Mbps 867 Mbps 1733 Mbps

Miscellaneous

Dimensions (W x H x D) 3.62 x 4.92 x 1.30 in (92 x 125 x 33 mm)

4.76 x 3.43 x 2.36 in (121 x 87 x 60 mm)

4.76 x 3.43 x 2.36 in (121 x 87 x 60 mm)

6.06 x 4.29 x1.18 in (154 x 109 x 30 mm)

3.43 x 4.78 x 2.48 in (87 x 121 x 63 mm)

3.43 x 4.76 x 2.48 in (87 x 121 x 63 mm)

Weights 0.34 lbs 0.40 lbs 0.40 lbs 0.34 lbs 0.51 lbs 0.51 lbs

Environmental ParametersOperating Temperature 32 to 104 F (0 to 40 C) 32 to 104 F (0 to 40 C) 32 to 104 F (0 to 40 C) 32 to 104 F (0 to 40 C) 32 to 104 F (0 to 40 C) 32 to 104 F (0 to 40 C)

Storing Temperature -4 to 140 F (-20 to 60 C) -4 to 140 F (-20 to 60 C) -4 to 140 F (-20 to 60 C) -4 to 140 F (-20 to 60 C) -4 to 140 F (-20 to 60 C) -4 to 140 F (-20 to 60 C)

Operating Humidity 10 to 80% Noncondensing

10 to 80% Noncondensing





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SecurityWEP/WPA/WPA2 Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes

Spot Finder Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes

Cross-band Technology Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes

MU-MIMO No No No No No Yes

Access Point Mode No No No No No Yes

Seamless Roaming No No No No No Yes

Beamforming Technology No Yes Yes No Yes Yes

RANGE EXTENDERSEliminate dead zones throughout your home. Works with all Wi-Fi routers.

NIC Card Configuration Max Speed AE6000 Speed % Wi-Fi Improvement

with AC600 AdapterWUSB6100M

Speed% Improvement with

MU-MIMO AC600 AdapterWUSB6300

Speed% Improvement with

AC1200 Adapter

Laptop 1x1 n 150 Mbps 433 Mbps 2.8 x fast 433 Mbps 2.8 x fast (with Addl 30% better performance from MU-MIMO) 867 Mbps 5.7 x fast

Laptop 2x2 n 300 Mbps 433 Mbps 1.4 x fast 433 Mbps 1.4 x fast (with 30% better performance from MU-MIMO) 867 Mbps 2.8 x fast

Laptop 3x3 n 450 Mbps 433 Mbps Not beneficial 433 Mbps Not beneficial 867 Mbps 1.9 x fast

Laptop 1x1 AC (Non-MU-MIMO) 433 Mbps 433 Mbps Not required 433 Mbps

30% better performance from MU-MIMO based on our internal testing

with MU-MIMO router867 Mbps 2.0 x fast

Laptop 2x2 AC (Non-MU-MIMO) 866 Mbps 433 Mbps Not beneficial 433 Mbps Not beneficial 867 Mbps Not required

Laptop 3x3 AC 1300 Mbps 433 Mbps Not beneficial 433 Mbps Not beneficial 867 Mbps Not beneficial

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USB Wi-Fi and Ethernet AdaptersEasy to set up, simply plug in the Linksys Wireless USB Adapter into your old

Windows computer to experience the fast benefits of wireless-AC technology.

This economic upgrade is ideal for extending the lifetime of all your

Windows-based laptops and PC’s.

The Linksys USB Gigabit Ethernet Adapter adds gigabit Ethernet to your laptop,

Ultrabook, MacBook Air or Chromebook through any available, USB port – for devices

that have eliminated the gigabit port.

Key Features• Ultimate Speed with Wireless-AC

• Selectable Dual-Band (2.4 or 5 GHz)

• Easy Set-Up

• Advanced Wireless Security

USB Wi-Fi Adapter Upgrade ChartFind out if your Windows-based laptop or PC could use a Wi-Fi boost by referencing our chart below. You’ll first need to find out what type of NIC configuration card you have by going into your computer settings.

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Product ID (Part #) AE6000 WUSB6100M WUSB6300 USB3GIG

Product Description Wireless-AC Mini USB Adapter

Max-Stream AC600 Wi-FI Micro USB Adapter

AC1200 Wireless-AC USB Adapter

USB 3.0 Gigabit Ethernet Adapter

General

Standards

802.11ac802.11n

802.11a/g802.11b

802.11ac 802.11n

802.11a/g 802.11b

802.11ac802.11n

802.11a/g802.11b

IEEE 802.3 IEEE 802.3u

Wi-Fi Technology 1 x 1 802.11 AC, 802.11 N 1 x 1 802.11 AC, 802.11 N 2 x 2 802.11 AC, 802.11 N No Wi-Fi

Max. Link Rate Up to 433 Mbps Up to 433 Mbps Up to 867 Mbps 1000 Mbps

Hardware Interface USB 2.0 USB 2.0 USB 3.0 USB 3.0


Selectable Dual-Band (2.4 GHz & 5 GHz)

Selectable Dual-Band (2.4 GHz & 5 GHz)

Selectable Dual-Band (2.4 GHz & 5 GHz) No Wi-Fi

Miscellaneous

Dimensions (W x H x D) 1.38 x 0.59 x 0.32 in 40.64 x 18.03 x 11.94 mm 1.22 x 3.50 x 0.43 in 13.49 x 5.38 x 21.49 cm (5.31 x 2.12 x 8.46 in)

Weights 0.01 lbs 0.01 lbs 0.01 lbs 0.05 lbsEnvironmental Parameters


Storing Temperature -4 to 158 F (-20 to 70 C) 14 to 158F (-20 to 70C) -4 to 158F (-20 to 70C) 32 to 158 F (0 to 70 C)

Humidity Range Storage 10 to 85% Noncondensing 10 to 85% Noncondensing 10 to 85% Noncondensing 10 to 90% Noncondensing

Storage Humidity 5 to 90% Noncondensing 5 to 90% Noncondensing 5 to 90% Noncondensing 10 to 90% Noncondensing

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SecurityWEP 64/128-bit N/A 64/128-bit 64/128-bit

WPA TKIP N/A TKIP TKIP

WPA2 Personal & Enterprise Personal & Enterprise Personal & Enterprise Personal & Enterprise

WPS Yes N/A Yes Yes

OS Support Windows 7/8/XP/Vista/10 Windows 7/8/10 Windows 7/8/XP/Vista/10 Windows 7/8/XP/Vista, Chrome OS, MAC OS X 10.7/10.8/10.9

USB WI-FI AND ETHERNET ADAPTERSUpgrade your laptop’s Wi-Fi technology with our USB adapters.

PowerlineUtilize your existing electrical wiring to create a new high-speed Internet connection with

Linksys’ Powerline solution. Acting as an Ethernet cable, you can send Internet signals from

your router to any active power outlet to connect wired devices without rewiring your building.

Key Features• Power Save Mode

• Easy Plug and Play

• Gigabit Ethernet Port

• Universal Connectivity

• Wired Speed Up to 500 Mbps

How Do Powerline Adapters Work?Powerline adapters expand your network by using your home existing electrical wiring like an Ethernet cable, sending the Internet signal from your router to any active power outlet. This means you can use your adapter just like an extra Ethernet port, to connect wired devices without rewiring your home.

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Product ID (Part #) PLEK500

Product Description Powerline Wired Network Expansion Kit

General

Standards HomePlug AV2

Ethernet Port Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000)

Power Input 100-240V AC, 50-60Hz

Maximum Line Rate 500Mbps

Power

Dimensions (W x H x D) 90.6 x 63.0 x 34.5 mm

Weights 0.24 lbs

Environmental Parameters

Operating Temperature 32 to 104 F (0 to 40 C)

Storing Temperature -4 to 158 F (-20 to 70 C)

Operating Humidity 10 to 85% Noncondensing

Storage Humidity 5 to 90% Noncondensing

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System Management

Wireless Encryption 128-Bit AES Link Encryption

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POWERLINEExpanding your network is as easy as plug and play.

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