Linksys®a leading brand in wireless networking, today  announced its new lineup of Linksys Wi-Fi Range  Extenders. Consumers often experience a weak wireless  signal in some parts of their house or apartment caused by blocking elements such  as walls or interference from other devices like baby monitors, microwaves or  DECT phones. The new Linksys Range Extenders help maximize wireless coverage and help eliminate “dead spots” in the Wi-Fi coverage throughout the home.

Consumers can choose between three new powerful  versions – Linksys AC1200 MAX Wi-Fi Range  Extender (RE6500), Linksys  N600 PRO Wi-Fi Range Extender (RE4000W) and the Linksys  N300 Wi-Fi Range Extender (RE3000W). The RE6500 and RE4000W are dual band  range extenders featuring Cross-Band technology which helps provide a stronger  and more consistent signal throughout the home. All three range extenders are  compatible with any wireless router and are designed to extend b/g/n/ac Wi-Fi  signals, whether supplied by a broadband provider or purchased by the consumer.

Strategy Analytics, an industry research firm  recently reported that Wi-Fi is already being built into sixty-eight percent of  all consumer electronics devices sold in the U.S.  “That is a lot of devices in the home that  need a good reliable signal to perform,” said Mike Chen, vice president product  management for Linksys.  “Consumers are  depending on their Wi-Fi signal for their smart phones to avoid burning through  valuable minutes on their data plan, or for streaming to TV or tablets in all  areas of the home.  A stable and strong  Wi-Fi signal is critical for connecting the devices in your home today and the  devices users are sure to bring into their home in the coming years, a good  range extender can help future proof their home as those devices are added as  well as provide a rich media experience.”

Linksys AC1200 MAX Wi-Fi Range  Extender – RE6500
Linksys AC1200 MAX  Wi-Fi Range Extender (RE6500) helps eliminate Wi-Fi dead spots throughout the  home by increasing the wireless signal from an existing Wireless-AC router.  With up to 10,000 Sq. Ft. of coverage, the RE6500 also comes equipped with  Cross-Band technology, which enables the Wi-Fi signal to simultaneously receive  data on one band and transmit on another. The result is a stronger, more  consistent signal throughout your home. With four Gigabit Ethernet ports, users  can hardwire their devices for faster streaming and gaming. Music fans can  connect a stereo system or audio speaker to the RE6500 and stream music from a  smart device or computer. The Wi-Fi range extender is designed for flexible  placement options so users can enjoy all their devices, from anywhere in their  home.

1. Features:

• Next-Generation  Wireless-AC Technology featuring simultaneous dual-band speeds up to N300 Mbps  (2.4 GHz) + AC867 Mbps (5 GHz) to reduce traffic and maximize data
• Cross-Band  Technology Maximizes the simultaneous use of both bands for faster data  transfer speeds
• Audio  Streaming Capability - Connect a stereo system or audio speakers to the AC1200  MAX to wirelessly stream music from a smart device or computer
• 4  Gigabit Ethernet Ports extend the range of four wired devices to ensure  uninterrupted media streaming and fast data transfer
• Detachable  External Antennas that can be adjusted to provide the best coverage.
• Universal  Compatibility Wireless-AC technology is compatible with all a/b/g/n devices
• Works  with any router or gateway including routers supplied by service provider
• Easy  Setup Simple installation requires no CD

Linksys N600 PRO Wi-Fi Range  Extender – RE4000W
The Linksys N600 PRO  Wi-Fi Range Extender (RE4000W) helps eliminate Wi-Fi dead spots throughout the home  by increasing the wireless signal of an existing router. RE4000W extends the  wireless coverage up to 7,500 Sq. Ft. and features Cross-Band technology  allowing the Wi-Fi signal to receive information on one band and transmit on  another. The result is a stronger, more consistent signal throughout your home.  Two Fast Ethernet ports provide hardwire connectivity for digital devices  allowing users to experience faster streaming and gaming. The RE4000W Wi-Fi  Range Extender can be plugged directly into a wall outlet and setup is simple  and fast.

Linksys N300 Wi-Fi Range Extender  – RE3000W
Linksys N300 Wi-Fi  Range Extender (RE3000W) helps eliminate Wi-Fi dead spots in the home or  apartment by increasing the 2.4 Ghz wireless signal of an existing router. With  up to 5,000 Sq. Ft. of additional coverage, the RE3000W offers N300 Mbps  speeds, which makes it great for surfing the web and basic online uses. The  RE3000W Wi-Fi Range Extender can be plugged directly into a wall outlet and can  be easily connected to provide Wireless N300 signal to user’s digital devices in  their home.

The chart below helps provide an at-glance look  at how the new Linksys Range Extenders stack up and which one would be ideal  for a user’s home experience. A Range Extender white paper can be downloaded  here: www.linksys.com/RangeExtenders which provides more  info on what range extenders are and how to choose the right one.

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   RE6500 will be available starting July 20, 2014 at major retail and online  resellers for an MSRP of $99.99. The RE3000W and RE4000W are immediately  available for an MSRP of $79.99 and $59.99 respectively.