Linksys EA6900 AC1900 Dual-Band WiFi Router
- AC1900 dual band: N600 on 2.4 GHz plus AC1300 on 5 GHz
- 4 gigabit Ethernet ports
- 1 x USB 3.0 and 1 x USB 2.0
- 3 adjustable external antennas with beamforming
- 800MHz dual core CPU
- DLNA certified media sharing
- 1 year limited warranty
Updated 25 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A capable dual-band router with fast USB sharing and beamforming for a typical home. Mesh-style coverage and newer Wi-Fi standards are outside its reach.
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ASIN: B00EXK14S0Model: EA6900Category: Network Routers
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Overview
Not a mesh system, the Linksys is a single dual-band router that uses beamforming to aim Wi-Fi at phones and laptops, with USB ports for a shared drive and printer. Smart Wi-Fi handles remote management.
Fast USB sharing and four wired ports make it a hub for storage, printing and wired devices. Smart Wi-Fi lets you prioritize devices and set parental controls from a phone. Coverage area is not stated, so very large homes may need more.
Who it's for
Families streaming HD video and sharing storage and a printer will use the ports and app. Owners of sprawling homes should look at mesh systems.
Pros and cons
- Fast USB port for storage sharing
- Second USB port for a printer
- Beamforming aims signal at devices
- Smart Wi-Fi remote management
- Coverage area not listed
- Older Wi-Fi generation
- Only the router listed in the box
Performance notes
Range comes from the three external antennas and beamforming, which focuses signal toward devices instead of broadcasting evenly. The dual core CPU handles routing and USB traffic together. Real speeds depend on device support for the faster band.
Specifications
| Brand | Linksys |
|---|---|
| Model | EA6900 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item weight | 1.2 pounds |
| LAN Port Bandwidth | 10/100/1000 (Gigabit) |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Voltage | 12 volts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Color | Black |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 1 year limited warranty |
| Other details | |
| Data Transfer Rate | N600 (2.4 GHz) + AC1300 (5 GHz) |
| WiFi Generation | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Frequency Band Class | Dual-band |
| Security Protocol | WEP, WPA, WPA2 |
| Number of Ports | 4 gigabit Ethernet |
| Control Type | Smart Wi-Fi app and browser |
| Number of Antennas | 3 |
| Operating System | Windows XP to Windows 8, Mac OS X 10.5.8 or later |
| BuiltIn Media | Router |
Frequently asked questions
What comes in the box with the Linksys EA6900?
The listing names only the router. Setup is CD free through Linksys Smart Wi-Fi.
Can I share a hard drive on the Linksys EA6900?
Yes. The USB 3.0 port shares a storage device, and the USB 2.0 port suits a printer.
Does the EA6900 have parental controls?
Yes, through Linksys Smart Wi-Fi, which also offers remote network management.
Can the EA6900 stream media to my TV?
It is DLNA certified for home media management.