A Wi-Fi system that offers you even more freedom. Linksys Velop is a powerful Wi-Fi modular system that provides exceptional Wi-Fi coverage throughout your home with its mesh-connected nodes. It can be set up in just a few minutes and delivers a flawless, lightning-fast, strong signal.
Tri-Band Wi-Fi modular system for extraordinary speeds. Thanks to dynamic tri-band technology, Velop outperforms the competition with a combination of three frequency bands that ensure optimal load distribution, providing the best Wi-Fi performance with higher speeds throughout your home. Velop delivers extremely fast Wi-Fi to ensure optimal performance, even when many Wi-Fi devices are connected – whether streaming in 4K resolution, gaming, or video chatting.
A Wi-Fi modular system that can be tailored to your specific needs. Velop's modular system adapts independently to your requirements.
Router type | Mesh router, Wi-Fi router |
Number of ports | 2 Ports |
Network connections | RJ45 (2x) |
Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 2 / 802.11a, Wi-Fi 3 / 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 / 802.11n, Wi-Fi 5 / 802.11ac |
Router functions | Firewall, Quality of Service (QoS) |
5 GHz transfer rate | 866 Mbit/s |
2.4 GHz transfer rate | 400 Mbit/s |
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Item number | 6045170 |
Manufacturer | Linksys |
Category | Routers |
Manufacturer no. | WHW0303-EU |
Release date | 4.1.2017 |
Sales rank in Category Routers | 294 of 2719 |
May include power adapter | No |
Colour | White |
Exact colour description | White |
Router type | Mesh router, Wi-Fi router |
Router functions | Firewall, Quality of Service (QoS) |
Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 2 / 802.11a, Wi-Fi 3 / 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 / 802.11n, Wi-Fi 5 / 802.11ac |
Wi-Fi frequency band | Tri-band |
Wi-Fi encryption | WPA2-PSK |
WLAN functions | DLNA, Guest access, Multi-User MIMO |
Number of antennas | 6 x |
5 GHz transfer rate | 866 Mbit/s |
2.4 GHz transfer rate | 400 Mbit/s |
Max. data transfer rate | 867 Mbit/s |
Number of ports | 2 Ports |
Network connections | RJ45 (2x) |
Max. port speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
Mesh networking type | Starter Set |
Mesh networking number of satellites | 3 x |
Max. number of mesh networking satellites | 5 x |
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Climate contribution |
Scope of delivery | 3x power supply, Ethernet cable, Short manual |
Length | 7.90 cm |
Width | 7.90 cm |
Height | 18.50 cm |
Weight | 610 g |
Length | 39.50 cm |
Width | 25.20 cm |
Height | 11.50 cm |
Weight | 2.99 kg |
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Source: Digitec GalaxusIf you don't need USB and fewer LAN connections and can do without a comprehensive parental control system, Linksys Velop is an affordable alternative to Netgear Orbi. Thanks to the third frequency band, the Velop satellites also provide high WLAN coverage.
The slim Velop towers are less conspicuous than the Orbi nodes, but are still more expensive with somewhat lower throughput. On the other hand, Velop runs on T-VDSL connections including IPv6 and multicast IPTV. Unfortunately, the Entertain streams are only available in the WLAN...
Velop offers significantly lower data rates than Devolo and Netgear via its 867 bridge. However, setup and operation of the expensive wireless solution via the Linksys smartphone app work surprisingly well.
With Velop, it is very easy to set up WLAN connections with a fast speed and high range. However, this has its price.
Velop delivers on its promise of continuous WLAN coverage when there is a usable 5 GHz radio connection between the nodes, which also depends on the structural conditions. The lack of AP mode is a major drawback, as it forces owners of forced routers - and anyone else who doesn't want to change their router - to change their network topology...
The Velop system achieves good values over short to medium distances, but beyond that the transfer rates drop significantly. The simple operation of Velop via the app is a plus point.
