D-Link today announced a new line of EXO Routers to supplement the existing Ultra Performance Series. Blending exceptional design with powerful Wireless AC home networking performance, the EXO series provides impressive speed and coverage for an affordable price.

A host of features combined with a sleek design make the AC1900 EXO Wi-Fi Gigabit Router (DIR-879) and the AC1750 EXO Wi-Fi Gigabit Router (DIR-869) ideal for any household. Together with the high speeds guaranteed from Wireless AC technology, high-power amplifiers optimise wireless range, and gigabit ports offer the option of wired connectivity, ensuring that people can get whole-home coverage for multiple connected devices. The AC1900 router also includes SmartConnect technology to automatically assign devices to the wireless band providing the best bandwidth.

“Following the success of the Ultra Performance Series routers, we are continuing to deliver stylish, premium-design routers,” said Kevin Wen, President of D-Link Europe Ltd. “These two EXO routers not only have the unique design consumers are wanting, but they also have the technology to offer extreme Wi-Fi coverage for today's most demanding tasks at home such as 4K media streaming and online gaming, all at an incredibly affordable price.”

Continuing to lead in the category of product innovation, the EXO series furthers the trend for sleek, fashionable Wi-Fi routers, sure to make an impact in the marketplace. Rather than hide routers in cupboards or beneath desks, consumers can now proudly display their EXO Wi-Fi Gigabit Router, confident in both its stylish design and its performance.

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Additional features of the AC1900 Wi-Fi Gigabit Router (DIR-879) and AC1750 Wi-Fi Gigabit Router (DIR-869) include:

• Wireless AC Dual-Band Connectivity¹:
  • AC1900 Wi-Fi Gigabit Router (DIR-879): Up to 1300Mbps on the 5GHz band and 600Mbps on the 2.4GHz band
  • AC1750 Wi-Fi Gigabit Router (DIR-869): Up to 1300Mbps on the 5GHz band and 450Mbps on the 2.4GHz band
• High Power Amplifiers – Provide wider Internet coverage throughout homes
• SmartConnect – Automatically assigns connected devices to the best possible band for optimal Wi-Fi performance²
• Intelligent QoS – Traffic optimisation delivers seamless performance for applications
• Wi-Fi Protected Setup – Users can push a button to easily connect devices to their wireless network
• Backward Compatible – Works with existing Wi-Fi devices (802.11n/g)
• Wireless Encryption – Uses WPA or WPA2 security
• Easy Setup – Get online in minutes with the Quick Router Setup (QRS) mobile app

 

¹ Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE 802.11ac specifications. Actual data throughput will vary. Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of network traffic, building materials and construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate. Environmental factors may adversely affect wireless signal range.

² SmartConnect is only available on the AC1900 EXO Wi-Fi Gigabit Router (DIR-879).