Product Review: NETGEAR R6300 WiFi Router

NETGEAR R6300 WiFi Router

No more downgrading video quality to avoid buffering wait times, the NETGEAR R6300 WiFi Router beams crystal clear HD video, game content, and more, to more network devices faster than ever. Great for networks with up to 12 devices, the NETGEAR R6300 is the first router to take advantage of the industry’s recent leap forward in speed and range; offering wireless speeds 3 times faster than ever before. Best of all, NETGEAR’S genie control software does as you wish, letting you manage and secure your network from a smart phone, tablet or computer with ease. Genie’s My Media feature even lets you play phone media on smart TV’s.

Setup is a snap. Just connect the router to your modem and Genie guides you smoothly through connecting devices, sharing, and security options. The NETGEAR R6300 works with all the latest devices, 802.11a/n/ac compatible devices to come, and is backward compatible with almost all existing hardware. Upgrade your home network with the most advanced, versatile, and easy-to-use wireless router to date, and add other devices that take full advantage of this super-fast, new-generation WiFi technology later.

 3 Times Faster WiFi HD Video and Gaming

The first wireless router to take advantage of WiFi technology’s recent major leap forward, NETGEAR’s Beamforming technology, rather than broadcasting signals in all directions, communicates directly with each device; focusing signals and boosting data transfer rates to Gigabit speeds.

 Reliability and range for more devices

 Not only does the NETGEAR R6300 support up to 12 wireless devices, improvements in range and reliability let you roam from room to room without missing a beat of streamed music. Or, take the trash out to the alley without interrupting video phone calls.

 Genie Application for Easy Setup, Security, and Sharing

NETGEAR’s downloadable Genie application lets you control your entire network from your smart phone, tablet, computer, or smart TV. With Genie, it’s easy to set up parental controls, guest access, security, and sharing options. Genie’s My Media feature finds stored media on all devices and lets you stream it from (DNLA compatible) phones to smart TV’s and game consoles. Genie even repairs common network errors automatically.

10 Times Faster Wired Connections

The R6300 also features improved wired performance over its array of 2 USB ports and 5 Ethernet ports. And, it’s equipped with a super-fast USB 3.0 port that’s up to 10 times faster than standard USB, so you can connect a hard drive, server, or printer to the router and access it from multiple wireless devices.

All Major Features

  • Compatible with all IEEE 802.11 a/n/ac 5.0GHz devices
  • Wireless speeds up to 1750 Mbps for homes with 12 or more WiFi devices
  • 5 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports 1 WAN and 4 LAN
  • Gigabit Ethernet ports with auto-sensing technology for quick setup
  • 2 USB ports: 1 USB 3.0 port for 10x faster server or hard drive connections; 1 USB 2.0 port for easy printer connection
  • Downloadable NETGEAR genie app for easy control of sharing, security, and repair
  • Beamforming broadcasts for faster, more reliable connections and greater range
  • Dual-core 800 MHz processor for high-performance connectivity
  • WiFi Protected Access (WPA/WPA2—PSK) for optimal security
  • Double firewall protection (SPI and NAT) for virus and malware protection
  • Denial-of-service (DoS) for attack prevention
  • 128 MB flash and 256 MB RAM
  • Measures: 191 x 198.5 x 65 mm (7.5 x 7.79 x 2.55 in)
  • Weighs: 430 g (0.94 lb)
  • Backward compatible with IEEE 802.11 b/g/n 2.4GHz

 Special Instructions

System Requirements

  • Microsoft® Windows 7, 8, Vista® , XP®, 2000, Mac OS, UNIX® , or Linux
  • Microsoft® Internet Explorer® 5.0, Firefox® 2.0, Safari® 1.4, orGoogle Chrome™ 11.0 browsers or higher
  • Use laptop with 3×3 450 Mbps adapter

NETGEAR Warranty

  • Backed by a NETGEAR limited 1-year hardware warranty
  • 24/7 basic technical support provided for 90 days from purchase date, when purchased from a NETGEAR authorized reseller

 What’s in the Box

  • R6300v2 Smart WiFi Router
  • Ethernet cable
  • Quick install guide
  • Power adapter

PRODUCT FEATURES

  1. Gigabit wireless output for 3 times faster data transfer speeds and smoother, more reliable media enjoyment
  2. Advanced speed and range capabilities for homes and businesses with 12 or more WiFi devices
  3. NETGEAR genie application for intuitive controls over installation, sharing, security
  4. Dual-Core 800 MHz processor delivers high-performance connectivity to both wireless and wired devices
  5. 1 USB 3.0 port for 10x faster hard drive or server sharing; 1 USB 2.0 port for printer sharing from wireless devices

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