RAM | 256 MB |
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Wireless Type | 802.11ac |
Number of USB 2.0 Ports | 1 |
Number of USB 3.0 Ports | 1 |
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NETGEAR AC1600 Dual Band Wi-Fi Gigabit Router (R6250)
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Brand | NETGEAR |
Model Name | R6250 |
Special Feature | WPS |
Frequency Band Class | Dual-Band |
Wireless Communication Standard | 802.11ac |
Compatible Devices | Personal Computer |
Frequency | 2.4 GHz |
Recommended Uses For Product | Home |
Included Components | Computer Peripherals^Routers^Network Routers^ |
Connectivity Technology | wireless |
About this item
- Provides an extensible design that enables service prioritization for data
- Design that delivers high availability, scalability, and for maximum flexibility and price/performance
- The country of origin is China
- Compatible with next generation Wi-Fi devices and backward compatible with 802.11 a/b/g/n devices, it enables HD streaming throughout your home.
- With up to 300 + 1300Mbps speed and simultaneous dual band Wi-Fi technology, the R6250 avoids wireless interference, ensuring top Wi-Fi Speeds and reliable connections.
- The dual-core 800Mhz processor delivers high-performance connectivity, while the USB 3.0 port provides up to 10x faster USB hard drive access.
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R6250
The NETGEAR Difference
The R6250 delivers the speed and reliability needed for applications such as smooth, lag-free multiple HD video streaming, multi-player gaming, ultra-fast speed and a secure reliable connection to the Internet.
- Beamforming+—Faster, more reliable connections
- Dual-Core 800 MHz processor delivers high-performance connectivity
- USB 3.0 port —Up to 10x faster USB hard drive access
- Great connectivity for dual band WiFi devices like tablets and smart phones
NETGEAR AC1600 Smart WiFi Router
The NETGEAR R6250 Smart WiFi Router with AC dual band Gigabit delivers AC1600 WiFi and Gigabit Ethernet speeds. It offers excellent wireless coverage for large homes and is ideal for homes with 10 or more wireless devices. The R6250 gets 3x faster access than similar 802.11n technology and more reliable streaming for home computers and WiFi mobile devices.
- AC1600 WiFi—300+1300 Mbps speeds
- Great wireless coverage for large homes
- Ideal for homes with 10 or more WiFi devices
- Nighthawk App— Easily setup your router
- Open Source Support at myopenrouter website
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Beamforming+ and QoSStay connected—with your devices, your media, and your friends. Simultaneous Dual Band WiFi provides two separate WiFi networks—2.4GHz for legacy devices and 5GHz which is less interference-prone for media streaming. The advanced QoS technology provides higher priority for media streaming application for smoother HD video streaming and low-latency online gaming. |
Ultimate WiFi SpeedSpeed makes HD video better. Speed makes online gaming awesome. Speed makes all your devices really go. And anyplace you need speed, with NETGEAR you got it. Extreme download speeds up to 300+1300 Mbps. Next generation 11ac WiFi with dual band technology providing whole home coverage with Gigabit wired and wireless connection. Everything you need for a fast, fast, fast connected home. |
Share and stream your movies, music, photosRelive memories and share them with others. Find photos, videos and music stored on a shared USB hard drive and enjoy them on your DLNA TV right from your couch. If it's secure and shared storage access you want, NETGEAR has easy ways to do it. |
Nighthawk App
Easily setup your router. Limit online content and screen time using Circle Smart Parental Controls. Manage Internet access by pausing and resuming internet instantly. Run a speed test. All from your mobile device!
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User interface | 3.8 | 4.2 | 4.3 | 3.9 | 3.9 | 4.2 |
Tech Support | 3.6 | 3.9 | 4.0 | 3.6 | 3.6 | 3.8 |
WiFi signal | 3.4 | 4.4 | 4.5 | 4.1 | 4.1 | 4.2 |
Easy to install | 4.8 | — | 4.6 | 4.0 | 4.0 | 4.0 |
Value for money | — | 4.3 | 4.3 | 3.6 | 3.6 | — |
Sold By | Mateo National Wholesale LLC | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | CE Store (SN Recorded) |
connectivity tech | wireless | Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi, Ethernet, USB | Ethernet, Wi-Fi | Ethernet, Wi-Fi | wireless |
number of ports | 3 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 2 |
data transfer rate | 1600 megabits per second | 2976 megabits per second | 5378 megabits per second | 1.8 gigabits per second | 2 gigabits per second | 1300 megabits per second |
wireless standard | 802 11 AC | 802 11 AX, 802 11 AC, 802 11 B, 802 11 G, 802 11 N | 802 11 AX, 802 11 AC, 802 11 N, 802 11 G, 802 11 B | 802 11 AX | 802 11 AX | 802 11 ABGNAC |
frequency band class | dual band | dual band | dual band | dual band | dual band | dual band |
lan port bandwidth | 10/100/1000 (Gigabit) | 10/100/1000 Mbps | 10/100/1000 Mbps | — | — | 10/100/1000 megabits per second |
Product Description
The NETGEAR R6250 Smart Wi-Fi Router with AC dual band Gigabit delivers AC1600 Wi-Fi speeds. It offers the best wireless coverage for large homes and is ideal for homes with 8 or more wireless devices. It also provides the best connectivity for dual band wireless devices like iPad and iPhone5.
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Technical Details
Brand | NETGEAR |
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Series | R6250 |
Item model number | R6250-100NAS |
Operating System | Windows 7, 8, Vista, XP, 2000; Mac OS, UNIX, or Linux |
Item Weight | 2.2 pounds |
Product Dimensions | 12.01 x 10.12 x 2.83 inches |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 12.01 x 10.12 x 2.83 inches |
Flash Memory Size | 128 |
Batteries | 2 AAA batteries required. |
Manufacturer | Netgear |
Language | English |
ASIN | B00BR3ZYIW |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | March 8, 2013 |
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4.2 out of 5 stars |
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Best Sellers Rank | #53,532 in Computers & Accessories (See Top 100 in Computers & Accessories) #1,701 in Computer Routers |
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Customers like the performance, quality and ease of setup of the networking router. For example, they mention that it works flawlessly, has great signaling and that it's easy to set up. Some appreciate the interface. That said, opinions are mixed on connectivity, speed, value, and range.
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Customers like the performance of the router. For example, they say it works flawlessly, all their devices work immediately, and the GUI works great. They also mention that there are no performance issues and the dual-band works as it should.
"...The iphone-based app also works like a charm...." Read more
"...All my devices worked immediately without my having to re-input passwords...." Read more
"Working well in a two-story house with lathe/plaster walls! Nice to have the 5G option. Stands up with more stability than I expected...." Read more
"...The R6300v1 is acting as the AP and gives flawless, fast access all over the house on both the 2.4 and 5 GHz networks...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the quality of the router. They mention that it is a great product with great signaling, and the signal stays consistently. They are also impresseded with the range and the ease of setup. Overall, customers are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.
"...Boasting a 800MHz dual processor, the R6250-100NAS has no problems with routing traffic in and around your network and beyond – either using the..." Read more
"...At present, it is AWESOME. Connectivity worked right away. Set up was simple and I set the same wifi passwords as I had on the previous one...." Read more
"...N router's 300 mbps, but neither has been able to deliver consistent, lasting, speedy internet connections!?! What happened?..." Read more
"...years plus the built in dual band and the fact the router can handle gigabit line transmission, get it dont look at price look at the value down the..." Read more
Customers find the setup of the networking router to be easy. They mention that the user app is very easy to use, and connecting to the internet was simple. They appreciate the minimal tech knowledge required and the fact that it has both basic and advanced set up tabs. They also appreciate that the GUI worked great and immediately attempted to guide them when they connected their first device.
"...I found the instructions easy to follow and it was easy to set up...." Read more
"...There is the option to use the Netgear Genie app, meaning no CD installation is required (although CD installation can be done if preferred)...." Read more
"...At present, it is AWESOME. Connectivity worked right away. Set up was simple and I set the same wifi passwords as I had on the previous one...." Read more
"I have used this now for 1 month. Installation was very easy without any issues...." Read more
Customers find the interface of the networking router to be convenient, easy to use, and user-friendly. They mention that the Genie app is great for configuration and maintenance, and the software is easy to set up and use as a home admin. Some say that the menus are much easier than the dated Linksys WRT menus.
"...The Genie app is also a monitoring tool, so you can keep an eye on the performance of the R6250-100NAS from your PC, phone or tablet...." Read more
"...I found the menus much easier than the dated Linksys WRT menus, and the stronger hardware specs made a noticeable difference in menu load times as..." Read more
"...The genie app is great (laptop, still haven't tried the mobile)...." Read more
"Setup was straight forward, iOS app for router is serviceable and better than expected from reviews in App Store...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the connectivity of the router. Some mention that they have had no problems with connections, while others say that it seems to drop connections often. The connection strength is noticeably weaker, and it can be slow at times.
"...The bonus room was hit or miss and connection was routinely dropped.(after):..." Read more
"...This was tearing up my network for the devices that needed 2G, rendering them useless!..." Read more
"...At present, it is AWESOME. Connectivity worked right away. Set up was simple and I set the same wifi passwords as I had on the previous one...." Read more
"...It also doesn’t connect well to the USB3 of the Drobo (will only do so with the USB2), but it doesn’t seem to matter much, and streaming speed is..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the speed of the networking router. Some mention that it works very well, has little to pretty much no lag or buffering times, and gives them the fastest connection. However, others say that it can be slow at times, or loses connection with WiFi all together. Some say that the router takes a long time to wake up and that it was able to serve up internet speeds above a crawl.
"...Only 15ms RTT for latency and 7ms jitter, which is very respectable. This was tested on an ADSL circuit.Setup is straight-forward...." Read more
"...but saw a vastly improved signal, apps loaded fast and there was no buffering nor interference from other devices, plus..." Read more
"...Neither of these routers were able to serve up internet speeds above a crawl to the various mixes of wireless devices...." Read more
"...two wireless options; 2.4 GHz for older systems and a blazing fast 5 GHz wireless connection - Good...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the value of the networking router. Some mention that it's the best for the money, while others say that it is not worth the money. They also mention that the support is totally useless and that the wireless AC cards are not exactly cheap.
"...I know my DLINK had a 1 year phone support.Overall good value for the money." Read more
"...Netgear routers are worth every penny no matter which model you buy." Read more
"...It may seems a bit pricey but worth the investment because it will outlast your lap tops and desk tops for the next few years plus the built in dual..." Read more
"...HD with little to pretty much no lag or buffering times, def worth the price tag!..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the range of the networking router. Some mention that it has a great range that covers their entire house, while others say that it doesn't have as strong a signal as they would like. Some say that the installation instructions are confusing and the coverage is spotty for what it is advertised to. Overall, the opinions are mixed and it's recommended to read the reviews carefully before making a purchase.
"...Setup only took a couple of minutes. I have had better range than other routers that I had in the past...." Read more
"...This router provided excellent range. I also love the fact that there are many more options to configure security features...." Read more
"...The only complaint is that initial coverage for N devices is spotty...." Read more
"...Coverage in the home has been perfect...." Read more
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Update, April 2021: it is still going strong after 4 1/2 years with never a down day, and never even a call to tech support. It’s still able to stream video to 2 devices. I can’t say that many tech products are still functional after over 4 years. Unless I hear a compelling reason, I’m going to continue with this router.
Setup is straight-forward. There is the option to use the Netgear Genie app, meaning no CD installation is required (although CD installation can be done if preferred). The Genie app is also a monitoring tool, so you can keep an eye on the performance of the R6250-100NAS from your PC, phone or tablet.
We really liked the inclusion of the USB 3.0 port, which should be standard on all routers these days. However, it would have been nice to have more than one USB port. So often, users like to have a hard drive and a USB printer as shared devices.
Other features that we liked were the intuitive QoS and Parental Control settings.
The Netgear AC1600 R6250-100NAS is a welcome addition to the Netgear family…
I had been meaning to replace my old Linksys WRT54G router for a couple of years. My initial interest in this Netgear model came from an excellent review on thewirecutter (TWC) review site. I had considered buying this router months ago, but I didn't want to spend 150 at the time. TWC has since posted a hold on this recommendation for a lower cost alternative, but I was able to grab this unit at 90 (same price as TWC value recommendation) during a lightning sale.
Set-up:
I have some basic networking experience and I've configured a number of routers over the years. I was able to quickly update the firmware and change SSIDs/Usernames/Passwords from the default. I haven't had time to activate the 'Guest' SSID but there is an inactive account set up out of the box. I found the menus much easier than the dated Linksys WRT menus, and the stronger hardware specs made a noticeable difference in menu load times as well as flashing the firmware. More to come...
Range:
Due to poor home wiring (coax for cable) I'm forced to place my modem (Motorola SurfBoard SB6141 DOCSIS 3.0 Cable Modem) in the front corner of my home opposed to a more central location. My old Linksys struggled with getting a strong signal to the back opposite corner of the house and we also have a child monitor that runs on the same 2.4 GHz band causing signal interference with the 802.11G resulting in loss/degradation of signal. Out of the box this unit is configured with two bands enabled with unique SSIDs ( re-named the SSID so I will use generic) `wireless network' (2.4/5 GHz band) and `wireless network-5G' (5GHz band). Both SSIDs gave me a strong to full signal in the most remote portions of the house through many interior walls. I'm not sure of the exact range at the time of writing but my upper floor is a roughly 1,100 sq/ft with a 600 sq/ft bonus room (furthest point from router).
Speed- Internet speed test only run via most recent Chrome browser (laptop) xfinity's speed test site. And OOKLA Speedtest app on iphone5. I haven't had time to test internal network speeds on the 5G band.
(before):
I ran a speed test on both my laptop and iphone 5 in multiple locations throughout the house with my old G router. I was getting consistent speeds of 20Mbit/s down and 10Mbit/s up in areas with a strong signal and mid/upper teens (down) where the signal was weaker. The bonus room was hit or miss and connection was routinely dropped.
(after):
I ran tests on both the SSIDs on the new unit and my down speeds were consistent with the before results on the 2.4 GHz band. Then I ran them again on the 5GHz band. My wireless down speeds were now the same as wired (CAT 5e to GB port) 60Mbit/s down! I didn't even know Comcast had upped my speed. Some of my devices can't pick up the 5G SSID but most devices are N which can handle 5Ghz.
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