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Linksys EA8300

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User ratings:
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51 user ratings
5 stars
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4 stars
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3 stars
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2 stars
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1 stars
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Consumer ratings:
4.2 / 5
Editorial reviews:
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Pros

  • glows solid white when the router is powered up and running properly
  • Good close-range throughput in testing
  • easy to install and manage and provided solid close-range throughput performance

Cons

  • cannot be set up without having a working connection to the internet
  • not standing directly in front of it
  • the 3 stars is it totally blows on 5 ghz bandwidth

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Linksys EA8300 - Pros & Cons

Linksys EA8300

Pros

  • glows solid white when the router is powered up and running properly
  • Good close-range throughput in testing
  • easy to install and manage and provided solid close-range throughput performance
  • EA8300 finds the most efficient way of delivering it
  • warranty is par for the course with home routers
  • the EA8300 is an excellent performer

Cons

  • cannot be set up without having a working connection to the internet
  • not standing directly in front of it
  • the 3 stars is it totally blows on 5 ghz bandwidth
  • devicemust have MU-MIMO
  • performance falls behind competing models
  • lacks the long range needed in larger homes
  • Parental Controls and set up the device prioritization
  • This is not as extensive as the web interface
  • DD-WRT open-source firmware
  • lacks the WRT1900ACS's ability to plug an E-SATA drive right
  • trouble logging on to the router or adding devices to the network

Linksys EA8300 - Technical Overview

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IconNumber of WAN ports
1
Best:
Cisco MWR 2941-DC
Number of WAN ports: 16
IconTotal wireless data transfer rate
2200 Mbps
Best:
TP-Link Talon AD7200
Total wireless data transfer rate: 7133 Mbps
IconNumber of LAN ports
4
Best:
Cisco CISCO7206VXR
Number of LAN ports: 60

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Linksys EA8300 - Full Specifications

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Connectivity
Connectivity technology
  • Wireless
  • Wired
Number of LAN ports4
Number of WAN ports1
USByes
Number of USB 3.0/3.1 ports1
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Dimensions
Width8.41 in
Height2.16 in
Depth6.37 in
Weight1.34 lb
Number of units1
Rack-mount designno
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Communication
Frequency band
  • 2.4 GHz
  • 5 GHz
Management interfaceWeb/network
Communication protocol
  • Wireless Multimedia Extensions
  • Quality of Service
Data link layer
  • Ethernet
  • Fast Ethernet
  • Gigabit Ethernet
  • IEEE 802.11a
  • IEEE 802.11ac
  • IEEE 802.11b
  • IEEE 802.11g
  • IEEE 802.11n
Wireless standards
  • IEEE 802.11a
  • IEEE 802.11b
  • IEEE 802.11g
  • IEEE 802.3ab
  • IEEE 802.3u
  • IEEE 802.11n
  • IEEE 802.11ac
Wireless networkyes
2.4GHz wireless networkyes
2.4GHz data transfer rate400.0 Mbps
5GHz wireless networkyes
5GHz data transfer rate867.0 Mbps
External antennayes
Detachable antennano
MIMOyes
Beamformingyes
MU-MIMOyes
Number of antennas4
Total wireless data transfer rate2200.0 Mbps
Wireless security
  • WEP
  • WPA
  • WPA2
  • WPA2-Enterprise
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Memory
Included flash memory256.0 MB
Maximum flash memory256.0 MB
Included RAM256.0 MB
Maximum RAM256.0 MB
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Design
Colour of productBlack
Active cooling (fan)no
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Features
Built-in DSL modemno
Mobile app for controlling featuresyes
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Compatibility
Target audienceHome users
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Security
VPN protocolOpenVPN
Encryption Algorithm
  • 128-bit WEP
  • 64-bit WEP
  • WPA2
  • 128-bit AES
  • WPA2-Enterprise

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Linksys EA8300 Linksys - Editorial Reviews (7)

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Based on 7 reviews
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Linksys EA8300 Linksys EA8300 Max-Stream AC2200 Tri-Band Wi-Fi Router Review
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PCMAG
Published: 20.02.2018
Linksys EA8300 Max-Stream AC2200 Tri-Band Wi-Fi Router Review
3.5

The Linksys EA8300 Max-Stream AC2200 uses three radio bands, making it ideal for homes stressed by multiple Wi-Fi devices, but this router's performance falls behind competing models.

Linksys EA8300 Linksys EA8300 Max Stream: Great Performance for the Price
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Tom's Guide
Published: 03.02.2021
Linksys EA8300 Max Stream: Great Performance for the Price
4.0

Despite having short range, the Linksys EA8300 Max Stream delivers excellent speed at a good price.

Linksys EA8300 Review of the Linksys Max-Stream AC2200 Tri-Band Router - The Tech Revolutionist
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The Tech Revolutionist
Published: 04.09.2017
Review of the Linksys Max-Stream AC2200 Tri-Band Router - The Tech Revolutionist

Linksys EA8300 This little Linksys router gets the job done -- up to a point
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CNET
Published: 02.11.2017
This little Linksys router gets the job done -- up to a point

Offering tons of features, the Linksys EA8300 gives you top speed and a stronger Wi-Fi signal.

Linksys EA8300 Linksys EA8300 AC2200 MU-MIMO Max-Stream Wireless Router Review - Gadget Review
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Gadget Review
Published: 19.06.2017
Linksys EA8300 AC2200 MU-MIMO Max-Stream Wireless Router Review - Gadget Review
4.0

If you're on the hunt for serious performance in a pint-sized package, look no further than the Linksys EA8300 Max-Stream MU-MIMO router!

Linksys EA8300 Linksys EA8300 Router Review
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Lifewire
Published: 23.10.2019
Linksys EA8300 Router Review
4.3

The Linksys EA8300 is an affordable MU-MIMO capable tri-band router, powered by Linksys’ quality hardware and excellent customization software.

Linksys EA8300 [M] Linksys EA8300 Max-Stream AC2200 Tri-Band Wi-Fi Router Review
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[M] Linksys EA8300 Max-Stream AC2200 Tri-Band Wi-Fi Router Review

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