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LINKSYS E3000 Wireless Router simultaneous Dual Band Gigabit 802.11a/b/g/n 2.4GHz / 5GHz up to 300Mbps with USB Built-in UPnP AV Media Server
- 802.11a/b/g/n 300Mbps
- 10/100/1000 Mbps Gigabit Port x4
- 2.4/5GHz Simultaneous Dual Band
802.11n SupportCompliant with 802.11n, the Linksys E3000 delivers high speed data transfer and remains compatible with 802.11g and 802.11b devices.
Simultaneous Dual-BandFeaturing the simultaneous 2. GHz or 5GHz bands, the Linksys E3000 can provides increased bandwidth optimized for smoother and faster HD video streaming, file transfers, and wireless gaming.
MIMO TechnologyThe Linksys E3000 features MIMO technology which uses multiple radios to create a robust signal and reduces dead spots to deliver high speed performance and great coverage.
High Wireless SecurityThe Linksys E3000 supports WPA and WPA2 standards for use of the available supreme encryption regardless of client devices and features a built-in SPI firewall to prevent potential attacks from the Internet.
Gigabit Network ConnectionThe Linksys E3000 features 4 Gigabit LAN ports that provide up to 10x faster speeds than most 100M network connections to handle massive data-flow needs..
802.11n SupportCompliant with 802.11n, the Linksys E3000 delivers high speed data transfer and remains compatible with 802.11g and 802.11b devices.
Simultaneous Dual-BandFeaturing the simultaneous 2. GHz or 5GHz bands, the Linksys E3000 can provides increased bandwidth optimized for smoother and faster HD video streaming, file transfers, and wireless gaming.
MIMO TechnologyThe Linksys E3000 features MIMO technology which uses multiple radios to create a robust signal and reduces dead spots to deliver high speed performance and great coverage.
High Wireless SecurityThe Linksys E3000 supports WPA and WPA2 standards for use of the available supreme encryption regardless of client devices and features a built-in SPI firewall to prevent potential attacks from the Internet.
Gigabit Network ConnectionThe Linksys E3000 features 4 Gigabit LAN ports that provide up to 10x faster speeds than most 100M network connections to handle massive data-flow needs..Learn more about the Linksys E3000
| Brand | Linksys |
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| Model | E3000 |
| Standards | IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n |
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| Security | WPA/WPA2 Personal SPI firewall protection |
| WPA | WPA2 |
| WAN Ports | 1 x WAN, 4 x 10/100/1000M LAN |
| LEDs | Power, USB, Internet, Wireless, Wi-Fi Protected Setup, Ethernet (1-4) |
| Buttons | Power, Reset, Wi-Fi Protected Setup |
| Wireless Data Rates | Up to 300Mbps |
| Modulation | 802.11b: CCK, QPSK, BPSK 802.11g: OFDM 802.11a: OFDM Wireless-N: BPSK, QPSK, 16-QAM, 64-QAM |
| Frequency Band | 2.4 GHz / 5 GHz |
| Antenna | 6 total, 3 internal antennas per each 2.4GHz & 5GHz radio band |
| Transmitted Power | 2.4GHz output power per TX chain 802.11b: Max. 20.5dBm @ All rates 802.11g: Max. 20.5dBm @ Low rates Max. 19.5dBm @ High rates Wireless-N 20MHz: Max. 20.5dBm @ Low rates Max. 18.5dBm @ High rates Wireless-N 40MHz: Max. 17.0dBm @ All rates 5GHz output power per TX chain UNII-1 (5150-5250GHz) 802.11a: Max. 14.0dBm @ All rates Wireless-N 20MHz: Max. 11.5dBm @ All rates Wireless-N 40MHz: Max. 12.0dBm @ All rates UNII-3 (5725-5850GHz) 802.11a: Max. 17.5dBm @ High rates 802.11a: Max. 20.0dBm @ Low rates Wireless-N 20MHz: Max. 17.5dBm @ High rates Wireless-N 20MHz: Max. 20.0dBm @ Low rates Wireless-N 40MHz: Max. 17.5dBm @ High rates Wireless-N 40MHz: Max. 21.0dBm @ Low rates |
| Receiver Sensitivity | 2.4GHz 11Mbps: -87dBm @ Typical 54Mbps: -77dBm @ Typical MCS15 (20MHz): -71dBm@ Typical MCS15 (40MHz): -68dBm@ Typical 5GHz 54Mbps: -74dBm @ Typical MCS15 (20MHz): -68dBm@ Typical MCS15 (40MHz): -65dBm@ Typical |
| Interface | USB 2.0 |
| Wireless Adapter included | No |
| Dimensions | 8.86" x 7.09" x 1.38" |
| Weight | 1.00 lbs. |
| Temperature | 0°C - 40°C (32°F - 104°F) |
| Humidity | 10% - 80% |
| Features | The Power of Dual-Band: A Wireless-N router with simultaneous 2.4 and 5 GHz bands designed to increase bandwidth. Optimized for smoother and faster HD video streaming, file transfers, and wireless gaming. Quick to Install: Cisco Connect Software has three simple steps to get you set up and your secure Wireless-Network is ready to go. A streamlined user interface allows you to choose from simple to advanced settings with no hassle. You're in Control: Cisco Connect software helps you customize your settings, quickly add multiple Internet devices to your network: Create a separate, secure, password protected network for guests Limit access time and websites with Parental Controls Easily access advanced network settings Keep Wi-Fi freeloaders and Internet threats at bay with customizable security settings, including WPA/WPA2 Personal and SPI firewall protection Built-in UPnP AV Media Server: Built-in AV media server streams entertainment content. The USB port provides connectivity to storage devices for file sharing at home or over the Internet. |
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| Date First Available | March 31, 2010 |
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Eggxpert ReviewPros: So far no problems! Works great!
Cons: None.
Pros: This thing is crazy! I live in a apartment complex and my sister lives on the other side of it... about 1500 feet away. I STILL GET SIGNAL AT HER APARTMENT!!! It also transmits at full speed witch is 30MB down for me. It has great features like QoS, FTP Server, Media streaming, and more. I have yet to us these features but I am planning on getting a new external to plug in via USB to us more features. It is also remotely managed which works perfectly! The Guest account feature is also very nice as it keeps people off my network and I can limit them so that guest dont suck up all my bandwidth. It works like a coffee bar. You open a browser and it says "Welcome" and asks for a password. Simultaneous means I can Have both a 5ghz and a 2.4ghz running at the same time! Most routers will only do one. Netgear has a router that I tried with this feature and would just kick me off all the time and give priority to the 2.4ghz network. All in all this router works! and works WELL!!!
Cons: The only thing I can think of is that this router gets REALLY HOT!!! Which makes me think that it could shorten the life of the router. I had some extra 3/8 stick on feet lying around my office so I took those home and put them on. It seemed to help lower the temp about 50%. This unit sits right on its belly so getting it up a little helped a lot.
Overall Review: I live in a Windows and Macintosh world. I am an IT Specialist and support both operating systems at work as well as at home. I have a tower that is running Windows 7 which is my BEAST for gaming and I have my MacBook which is my work computer. I can configure my router from both machines! The web view works in firefox which is a MAJOR plus. Again like I said in the Pros... This is an amazing router that works very well has one con that I can think of which would not stop me from buying this router. It is worth every penny I spent on it. I'm very confident that this router will be with me for a very long time and will make me even happier when I begin to us all the features that this router has to offer.
Pros: The 2.4GHz coverage is noticeably greater than the WRT54Gs that it replaced. The ports are gigabit, the interface is snappy, I haven't had problems with either one (got two at the same time).
Cons: The 5GHz coverage isn't as good (could be due to my house) so I have one in the basement and one on the top floor (blankets the entire house comfortably).
Overall Review: I can't speak on the stock firmware/OS as I put DD-WRT on it directly after opening the box. Am able to stream HD MKVs to three different wireless devices simultaneously.
Pros: * Terrific router after an upgrade to third party firmware! (Tomato USB). Support for open-source firmware is a +++! (Avoid DD-WRT for this model though for the sake of wifi performance) *Tomato unlocked this router's true potential. My 2.4 & 5.0ghz link speeds average 160mpbs & 100mbps respectively, and I'm able to force channel bonding on the 2.4ghz band allowing for near 300mbps operating when adjacent channels are not in use. * With a little tweaking to the radio output power, the inherently weak 5ghz frequency has become a viable option for this high-interference, obstructed area I'm in. * Even before the flash, I always got a strong signal on the 2.4ghz freq. The 5ghz fluctuated between fair-good, but the router performed well considering its physical location relative to my adapter. *Stays cool IF you prop it up or place it on a cooling pad. Get a USB to AC adapter and power the pad that way.
Cons: * My first one lasted about 5 months. The 2.4ghz radio went flaky. I hadn't tweaked it at all yet and it ran on a giant 200mm cooling pad 24/7. For the price, I expected a longer lifespan. * The real killer is the stock firmware. Every revision since the 1.0.0.1 has resulted in my wireless being slower and less responsive. Before long, I could barely pull 32mbps on 2.4ghz & 16mpbs on 5ghz in a large file transfer test (LAN client > router > WLAN client). Latency was through the roof, killing games & streaming. Also, it lacked a few basic features like bandwidth monitoring. I'm pretty annoyed that a router this expensive didn't work out of the box. Tomato proved this was a software issue. Fix your firmware, Linksys. * Linksys support is not very good; if you don't have a very basic problem, they won't have a solution in their customer service scripts. They ran me around for days with silly troubleshooting steps before issuing my RMA. Not happy. At least they're friendl
Overall Review: * 3rd party firmwares are not supported very well. Documentation is sparse and can be confusing. If you don't know much about networking, then that route may be trouble for you; you'll risk configuring your router improperly -- or bricking it. If you get this router, be prepared to A) Switch the firmware or B) Deal with poor wireless performance. Like I said before, it should work out of the box. * I flipped through Cisco connect, but found the old-fashioned browser config page more familiar & straight forward. * 30 feet away from router, up one floor. Multiple obstacles. 5 wireless clients in my house (laptops). I use an Intel Centrino ultimate-N adapter connected to my desktop via a mini-pcie to pcie adapter. Getting great results.
Pros: WAN and LAN performance were top notch initially, and once again after I modified some settings after speaking with Linksys techs. Many nifty security and performance options avaialble as long as you aren't connecting many devices.
Cons: Noticed that throughout the day that the bandwidth on the WAN side degraded throughout the day to where I had to reset the router. Put in an older outer (wrt310) and no problem. Finally got fed up and contact linksys and troubleshot with a tech. Because I have up to 8 devices connected at any one time I had to change some of the default settings. I'll list those settings changes reccomended by linksys in the other thoughts sections
Overall Review: setup - mtu 1365 Advanced wireless settings - beacon 50 frag threshold 2306 App Gaming QOS - wmm support disable Hope this helps!
Pros: Price Easy to setup
Cons: Does run a little hot The stock firmware is garbage
Overall Review: I tried using it with the stock linksys firmware, but it kept dropping connection out. Some devices couldn't connect at all, some would connect for a while then drop out. I flashed it with DD-WRT, was up and running in an hour, in the last 4 weeks it hasn't dropped connection and I am able to connect everything successfully to it. Here's what I have connected: -Vizio @ 5Ghz - 2 Iphones - 3 Laptops - Desktop pc with AE1000 wifi adapter (consistent 300mbps)
Pros: Dual Band! Runs Tomato! USB provides disk and printer sharing! Gigabit switch! Cool design!
Cons: No external antenna connectors.
Overall Review: I got this to replace my aging WRT54G which had been happily running Tomato for 3-4 years without fail. The WRT54G still works just fine but I was adding a Roku box to my living room TV and got a Kindle Fire. So I wanted to make sure my router didn't get overwhelmed. I ran the factory firmware just long enough to flash TomatoUSB. Make sure you get the right build - there's a specific one for this device. Of course all the goodness that my WRT54G provided with Tomato was present on the E3000 plus a few bonuses. I was able to hang an NTFS-formatted external USB drive off the back of the E3000 and connect to it in Win7, XP and OS X Lion without even a burp. I was also able to connect my Canon MP830 printer to it and connect with WinXP and Win7 although OS X Lion just wasn't going to cooperate. But that's not the fault of the router, Apple broke CUPS in Lion and the Canon MP830 needs more help from the driver. This thing works so well, I can almost eliminate my home server!
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Pros: Consistent connections. No drops. No heat problems. No grief. Used with DD-WRT for a solid solution. This is my choice router when I install wireless mesh for clients. I never have to go back for issues or support. The clients love this gear.
Cons: Even when I overclocked the onboard chips, I could not open a warp gate to the next dimension. Oh well, at least I got solid wireless coverage in my house.