Entertainment Optimized Networking technology automatically prioritizes network traffic to provide better multimedia experience for consumers IRVINE, Calif., July 3
IRVINE, Calif., July 3 /PRNewswire/ -- Linksys(R), a Division of Cisco,
and the recognized leading global manufacturer of wireless, and networking
hardware for home, Small Office/Home Office (SOHO) and the small business
user, today announced the Linksys by Cisco Simultaneous Dual-N Band Wireless
Router (WRT610N). The WRT610N is designed to greatly enhance the entertainment
experience for consumers who wish to take advantage of the ever-increasing
availability of digital media content, including High-Definition video.
Building on the heritage of the award-winning WRT600N, the WRT610N is
designed to achieve true Wireless-N performance in both the 5GHz and 2.4GHz
spectrums. The WRT610N effectively provides consumers two networks to which
they can connect devices. It is recommended that consumers connect
entertainment-oriented devices, such as a Media Center Extenders, audio
players or Personal Video Recorders, to the wider 5GHz band, while connecting
other devices, like PCs, Print Servers, or Network Attached Storage to the
more common 2.4GHz band.
True Simultaneous Wireless-N Performance
Dual-N Band Wireless networking allows consumers to utilize both the
2.4GHz wireless spectrum and the wider, more available 5GHz wireless spectrum
to address their networking needs. The 5GHz spectrum provides more than seven
times the number of non-overlapping wireless channels, allowing for clearer
transmissions, while the 2.4GHz spectrum allows older network devices like
print servers or Wireless-G and Single-Band Wireless-N PCs to access the
network. Where the WRT610N stands out is that it allows consumers to achieve
full Wireless-N network speeds on both bands at the same time.*
"There are products on the market that are framed as Dual-Band that allow
access to only one band at a time or lose transmission speeds when both bands
are in use," said Mani Dhillon, director, Linksys Consumer Business
Organization. "As consumers begin to use the 5GHz spectrum for their
multimedia devices, it becomes more important to have access to the full
capabilities of both bands."
Entertainment Optimized Networking
Entertainment Optimized Networking technology helps deliver a premium
experience when WRT610N users share and access multimedia content. The WRT610N
is designed so that network performance is fine-tuned to give priority to
High-Definition video without the need for manual configuration. PC users can
customize their networks to give priority to certain devices, like gaming
consoles, over others.
"Each day, more digital multimedia content is becoming available, and with
that growth in availability comes the need to maintain the experience
consumers have come to expect when enjoying a movie, watching an HDTV
broadcast, or listening to their favorite music," said Dhillon. "With the
WRT610N, the home network can optimize the process of streaming multimedia
content, and helping to make the process more user friendly than it has ever
been."
Easy Network Setup and Management
Linksys EasyLink Advisor (LELA) provides consumers with a flash
video-based guided installation guide for PC and Mac users. LELA uses
simplified terminology that doesn't require knowledge of networking jargon,
and helps make setting up a wireless network easier than ever before.
When LELA is installed on a PC connected to your network, a visual
overview or network map of all the devices connected to your network is
created that provides an easy way to quickly view the status of the network.
When a new device is connected, LELA will automatically discover the device
and add it to the network map. Advanced users who like to further tailor the
settings of their network and devices can launch the advanced configuration
via the traditional Web GUI method from within the EasyLink Advisor interface.
Wi-Fi Protected Setup is also included on the WRT610N. Wi-Fi Protected
Setup is an optional certification program from the Wi-Fi Alliance that is
designed to ease the task of securely setting up and configuring devices on
wireless local area networks. The WRT610N features a button that enables
consumers to add additional devices to their network by simply pushing it and
the corresponding button on the other certified product.
More Environmentally Conscious
To address the growing concern consumer products have on the environment,
Linksys is using packaging for the WRT610N that is more friendly to the
environment in several ways. These include a transition from the traditional
"sleeve" box to a one piece box that is created using recycled and
biodegradable content materials, along with inks made from soy and vegetables.
The product is also using an ENERGY STAR certified power adapter to help lower
power consumption by the device.
Pricing and Availability
Available now at an Estimated Street Price of $199.99, the WRT610N can be
purchased from Linksys e-commerce resellers, retailers, and VAR partners.
For more information about the WRT610N and Linksys, please visit:
http://www.linksys.com/dual-n-band.
About Linksys
Founded in 1988, Linksys, a Division of Cisco, (Nasdaq: CSCO) is the
recognized global leader in voice, Wireless and Ethernet networking for
consumer, SOHO and small business users. Linksys is dedicated to making
networking easy and affordable for its customers, offering innovative,
award-winning products that seamlessly integrate with a variety of devices and
applications. Linksys provides award-winning product support to its
customers. For more information, visit http://www.linksys.com
Linksys is a registered trademark or trademark of Cisco Systems, Inc.
and/or its affiliates in the U.S. and certain other countries. Other brands
and products are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective
holders. Copyright (C) 2008 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.
* The maximum performance for wireless is derived from IEEE Standard
802.11 specifications. Actual performance can vary, including lower wireless
network capacity, data throughput rate, range and coverage. Performance
depends on many factors, conditions and variables, including distance from the
access point, volume of network traffic, building materials and construction,
operating system used, mix of wireless products used, interference and other
adverse conditions.
SOURCE Linksys
