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Linksys E4200 Maximum-Performance Simultaneous Dual-Band Wireless-N Router

Linksys E4200 Maximum-Performance Simultaneous Dual-Band Wireless-N Router

Linksys E4200 Maximum-Performance Simultaneous Dual-Band Wireless-N Router: 4.5 stars; ( 154 reviews)

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Model: E4200

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The Linksys E4200 offers maximum speed (up to 300 + 450 Mbps), optimal range, and simultaneous dual-band technology to create an ultra-powerful wireless network designed for home theater performance. Simultaneous dual-band Wireless-N technology allows for smoother and faster HD/3D video streaming. A built-in USB port lets you add external storage to share files across your network. And a built-in UPnP AV media server means you can seamlessly stream media files across your network. Plus, included Cisco Connect software gets you set up in three easy steps and offers powerful tools for ongoing management of your network.

Enjoy the power of maximum-performance, simultaneous dual-band Wireless-N technology (802.11n)-optimized for home theater performance
Connect Internet-ready TVs, Blu-rays, game consoles and other devices at unrivaled speeds
Double your network bandwidth with simultaneous dual bands (2.4 GHz and 5 GHz) to help avoid interference, allowing for faster HD video streaming, file transfers and wireless gaming
Get ultra-fast transfer rates up to 300 Mbps (2.4 GHz band) + 450 Mbps (5 GHz band)
Stream video and media content via a built-in UPnP AV media server to an Xbox 360, PS3 or other compatible device
Use four Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000 Mbps) ports for faster file sharing with other Gigabit-enabled devices, including computers, hard drives, and servers
Leverage the exceptional coverage and reliability provided by an internal 3x3 MIMO antenna array
Maintain high speeds across greater distances throughout your home with SpeedBoost technology
Keep your network protected with customizable security settings, including WPA/WPA2 Personal and SPI firewall protection
Live Parental Controls - Keeps your Internet experience safe
Dimensions: 8.86"L x 0.98"D x 6.3"W
1 year hardware limited warranty

Gigabit	Yes
Warranty	1 year limited
LAN Ports	4
Wireless Standard	Dual Band - N
Model	E4200
Special Features	USB Storage Ports
Weight	1.5 lbs
USB Port	Yes
Product Dims.	1"H x 8.9"W x 6.3"D
Antenna	Internal
Security Type	WPA, WPA2, WEP
VPN Support	-
Data Rate Speed	Up to 300Mbps + 450Mbps
USB Supported Product	Printer, Hard Drive
USB	Yes

REVIEW SNAPSHOT®

by PowerReviews

Linksys E4200 Maximum-Performance Simultaneous Dual-Band Wireless-N Router

4.3

(based on 159 reviews)

86%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

Easy to set up (140)
Fast (120)
Highly compatible (56)
Secure (56)
Secure connection (53)

Cons

Unreliable connection (7)
Unreliable (5)
Slow (3)

Best Uses

Home (77)
Home network (55)
Small office (43)
Secure networks (25)
Small networks (22)

- Reviewer Profile:
- High bandwidth user (129), Low bandwidth user (26)
- Primary use:
- Personal (127), Business (32)
- Computer Platform:
- PC (138), Mac (15), Other (4)

Most Liked Positive Review

Great Cisco/Linksys Router

This router is great if you are familar with the Linksys web-based setup. Don't believe the bad reviews.It has better g-band range than my older WRT54G2 and the n-band coverage is not bad. I have had no disconnects or lockups since I installed it.I advise against using the Cisco Wizard software on the included CD. Just use the browser-based setup ([@]). You can't screw it up, you can always reset the router to the factory defaults.You can access the advanced settings from the browser-based setup at:[@]You will see the "hidden" parameters here. The router's default is set for maximum power on the n and g-bands.The router was designed to install flat on a surface! I have a Netgear dual-band N+ USB wireless adapter with a 6' USB extension cable.Using the free version of the inSSIDer 2 wireless network scanning software on a netbook I determined that radiated fields are different for the g and n-bands. I got maximum signal strength in the n-band with the Netgear adapter parallel and flat to the ground and pointed approximately at right angles to the router (from about 30 feet away and through several inside walls) and maximum g-band signal with the adapter pointed to the floor with one of its faces parallel to the router's location.The measured, received radiated signal strength is greater for the g-band than the n-band. I tried various orientations of the router, flat and vertical. The radiated g and n-fields depend on the orientation as I discovered when measuring the signal strength so you may want to fiddle with the locations and orientations of the all (including the router) various wireless networked devices to improve signal strength.

Most Liked Negative Review

Disappointing

I am Microsoft Partner and worked on networks for almost 20 years and I had high hopes for this wireless router. Unfortunately, it only performed well within 50 ft of the router, beyond that its performance was equal to the $60 Belkin model which I had running in parallel. It was supposed to provide automatic load balancing, which it did not in our head-to-head tests. We connected up duplicate external USB drives in both the Belkin and this Linksys and again the performance for retrieving was equal in single large files and actually faster with the Belkin when multiple file requests were made. The Linksys routinely dropped its USB connection if 3 or more connections were requested while the Belkin just slowed down (to be expected), but never did drop. Overall, this appears to be a $60 router in a [$] package. This is not a good value and I would not recommend it to anyone.

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5/3/2012

2.0

Keeps loosing connection

By ABC

from Lancaster, CA

About Me High bandwidth user

Pros

Easy To Set Up

Cons

Unreliable connection

Best Uses

Comments about Linksys E4200 Maximum-Performance Simultaneous Dual-Band Wireless-N Router:

Use with PC and MAC. We have had to unplug the router twice to get connection. We have had it for two weeks.

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4/23/2012

5.0

Easy to install.

By Fred's Computer Repair

from Avondale, PA

About Me High bandwidth user

Pros

Fast
Reliable connection

Cons

None

Best Uses

Comments about Linksys E4200 Maximum-Performance Simultaneous Dual-Band Wireless-N Router:

Connected to both Mac and PC with no problems. Fatest speed i have ever seen.

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4/20/2012

5.0

I have been very satisfied

By Jim

from Spotsylvania, VA

About Me Low bandwidth user

Pros

Easy To Set Up
Fast Connection Speed
Reliable connection
Secure Connection

Cons

Best Uses

Home network

Comments about Linksys E4200 Maximum-Performance Simultaneous Dual-Band Wireless-N Router:

I have been ery Satisfied

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4/19/2012

5.0

I would buy it again works great

By Smily

from Hanover, PA

About Me High bandwidth user

Pros

Easy To Set Up
Fast
Fast Connection Speed
Reliable connection
Secure Connection

Cons

Best Uses

Home network
Small Networks

Comments about Linksys E4200 Maximum-Performance Simultaneous Dual-Band Wireless-N Router:

We live in a 3000 sqft house, the router is in the far corner of our basement. The signal is good for any where in the house including the motor home out in the drive way

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4/10/2012

3.0

Too expensive for dropped connections

By Glasjoe

from Davenport, IA

About Me High bandwidth user

Pros

Easy To Set Up
Fast
Fast Connection Speed

Cons

Unreliable connection

Best Uses

Comments about Linksys E4200 Maximum-Performance Simultaneous Dual-Band Wireless-N Router:

Owned only couple months. Have had issues with the router resetting. Called CISCO tech support and they changed the MTU setting but dropped connections still happen. Have the e1000 and have never had 1 dropped connection. The e4200 does have better range and speed however. Router is wired to 1 PC and XBOX 360 and wireless to 2 Cell phones, 1 laptop, 2 blu-ray players and 1 NOOK Color. Dropped connection happens during streaming of HD video as well as XBOX LIVE online play.

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4/10/2012

5.0

Awesome!

By KittyDigitize

from Vilonia, AR

About Me High bandwidth user

Pros

Easy To Set Up
Fast
Fast Connection Speed
Reliable connection
Secure Connection

Cons

Best Uses

Home network
Large Networks
Small Networks

Comments about Linksys E4200 Maximum-Performance Simultaneous Dual-Band Wireless-N Router:

I bought this router based on reputation and other customer reviews. I have 2 laptops, 2 PC's, 2 iPads, 2 smart phones and a Roku player running all at once on this system and it's not even had one hiccup in speed! I'm one happy Linksys owner!

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Q:
How does this router handle multiple devices on at the same time and a wireless hp printer?
Asked on 2/28/2012 by Susan
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- A:
  All wireless networks are designed to handle multiple devices at the same time. A router assigns a different ip address to each device on the network. The device limit for a standard router is 256 devices.
  Answered on 3/1/2012 by Community Answer from None
Q:
Is this product Version 2?
Thank you
Asked on 1/6/2012 by Anonymous
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  No, this item is version 1 of the router.
  Answered on 1/20/2012 by Sarah P from Staples
Q:
Does the Linksys E4200 Dual Band Wireless Router provide both NAT and SPI Security?
Asked on 10/8/2011 by Anonymous
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  Yes this particular product does offer both NAT and SPI security. For assistance placing an order please feel free to contact our customer service line at 800-333-3330.
  Answered on 10/14/2011 by Sarah from Staples
Q:
is this compatable with 802.11 a/b/g Wi-Fi wireless as well as n
Asked on 9/19/2011 by Gail from CT
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  A:
  The E-Series routers work with a/b/g/n Wi-Fi devices to easily unify all of your electronics in your home.
  Answered on 9/21/2011 by Darlene S from Staples
Q:
Does the product have a built in modem or a modem is needed as well?
Asked on 8/2/2011 by Anonymous
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  No, this product does not have a built in modem and one needs to be purchased.
  Answered on 8/10/2011 by Anonymous from None
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  A:
  No, it has no modem. You connect to your internet the LAN Ports.
  Answered on 8/10/2011 by Bonnie B from Staples
Q:
Current version has USB 2.0 port. Will there be a USB 3.0 port in the future?
Asked on 7/14/2011 by Jnon from Albany, NY
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  A:
  I received your inquiry through the Question and Answer Feature of Staples.com and I apologize for I was unable to answer you directly. I believe this may be a question that the manufacturer will have to research further, please contact Linksys at (800) 546-5797.
  Answered on 7/19/2011 by Kayla T. from Staples
Q:
DOes this product offer POE (Power over Ethernet?)
Asked on 7/4/2011 by Anonymous
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  No the E4200 does not offer PoE.
  Answered on 7/6/2011 by Anonymous from None
Q:
i have a DSL router to connect to internet. If I would like to have this one to extend my wireless connection, can I?
How is difficut to set up? Because, there will be two router on one network?
Asked on 5/6/2011 by wood from CT
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  Wood,
  I have an Earthlink DSL modem attached to this Linksys E4200 router. Do you have a modem or a router? My modem will connect directly to a computer port or to this wireless router. It basically takes your DSL connection and broadcasts it for other wireless devices to pick up or you can plug non-wireless devices in to it. On my home network I have: 2 laptops, 1 wireless desktop, 1 wireless touchscreen, 2 wireless printers, 1 hardwire printer, and 1 Network Storage Device. Its not hard to configure this router and it will even download the setup/codes for your network on a flash drive so you can take it to your other devices if they have the ports to take a USB or SD or other storage type card. I'm having trouble with one laptop, but I think its because it is older. I will contact the help desk to see if they can walk me through it. I've used Linksys routers for about 10 years now with no problems.
  Tom
  Answered on 6/17/2011 by Tom from Manassas, VA
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  A:
  If you already have a wireless network set up, and would like to extend your range, you may wish to consider item number 894589. To place an order for this product, please contact us at 1-800-333-3330.
  Answered on 5/10/2011 by Liz C from Staples