Cisco unveils Linksys E4200 dual-band router capable of speeds up to 450Mbps

Cisco has continued its push to make home entertainment wire-free with its latest E-Series wireless router , the Linksys E4200. Cisco’s new dual-band 802.11n rig enters a high-end market segment currently occupied by the TRENDnet TEW-692GR . Both routers utilize a 3×3 Multiple Input Multiple Output (MIMO) configuration for a max throughput of 450Mbps on the 5GHz band, and while the E4200 only reaches speeds of 300Mbps at 2.4 GHz (as compared to the TEW-692GRs 450Mbps) it should still be quite the video streaming powerhouse. As we’ve seen in previous Cisco offerings , the company’s latest has USB connectivity and UPnP media server capabilities to add network storage and share all of your movies and music. Additionally, the E4200 packs technology similar to that seen in other routers , which allows users to prioritize bandwidth for movies, voice, or music. To keep everyone connected, it has 4 Gigabit Ethernet ports, six antennas, and several internal and external signal amplifiers to provide coverage for even the most palatial of estates. For those itching to pair a performance router with their new internet capable TV , the E4200 is priced at $179.99 and is currently available at Best Buy. Continue reading Cisco unveils Linksys E4200 dual-band router capable of speeds up to 450Mbps Cisco unveils Linksys E4200 dual-band router capable of speeds up to 450Mbps originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 20 Jan 2011 06:22:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink