Remote working or work from home has now become a norm for office workers throughout the world. That has increased dependence on the internet. But slow connections can play spoilsport especially during video conferencing sessions with colleagues at work or clients. And with schools beginning their academic year in the month of June, our children (and teachers) are also dependent of the internet. Virtual meetings and video conferencing sessions occur through the day. In the evening an on weekends, there’s demand for digital entertainment, gaming, and streamed content. All this demands consistent and high-speed connectivity. So, what do you do when your internet connection is so slow, that the video stream looks like a transmission from the international space station suddenly interrupted by a solar storm? One: call your internet service provider. Two: replace your old home router. If you are thinking about the second option, then do consider the latest range of Mesh Routers from Linksys. These come with next-generation orthogonal frequency-division multiple access (OFDMA) technology, which decreases latency in high-density environments to deliver high speed WiFi to multiple devices simultaneously.
The latest model we are reviewing here is the newest addition to the Velop product family, the Velop MX5300 WiFi 6 Mesh system. The router covers 3,000 square feet per node and is designed to manage the demands of more than 50 devices all sharing the same bandwidth. The router’s MU-MIMO technology allows downloads and uploads simultaneously, making it suitable for instantaneous 4K/8K streaming, online gaming, social media, and uninterrupted use of heavy apps. What’s more, the Velop MX5300 WiFi 6 Mesh system comes with BSS technology which eliminates interference from nearby networks so that users can be assured of the strongest, clearest signal for their devices.
What is Mesh WiFi?
According to Linksys, Mesh WiFi or Whole Home WiFi systems consists of a main router that connects directly to your modem, and a series of satellite modules, or nodes, placed around your house for full WiFi coverage. They are all part of a single wireless network and share the same SSID and password, unlike traditional WiFi routers.
You may have a 100 Mbps Internet connection from your Internet service provider but could still experience video buffering in one of your rooms. That is where a mesh router system can really help, by boosting the signal in all rooms for consistent network bandwidth.
Linksys claims the MX5300 router offers 4x faster speed, a wider range and 4x increased WiFi capacity – and all this facilitates uninterrupted streaming, faster connectivity and improved battery life for connected devices.
“In the present scenario, where the situation is both difficult and unprecedented, a large number of professionals are adapting to working remotely. Since work from home is now becoming the new normal, it is more crucial for Linksys to continue to innovate to offer solutions for supporting the digitally connected world of the present and the future,” said Kartik Bakshi, Country Manager, Linksys India. “The Linksys MX5300, ensures that there is no compromise on connectivity with multiple devices working together flawlessly.”
Some features of the Linksys Velop MX5300 WiFi 6 Mesh system:
- Interoperability– The Velop MX5300 WiFi 6 Mesh system is interoperable with the other Linksys Mesh Family (that is, Velop Tri-Band, Velop Dual Band, MR9000X and MR8300) as both the master and child node, making it easier for users to grow their WiFi network when the need arises.
- Performance and reliability– The Velop MX5300 WiFi 6 Mesh system contains three WiFi radios (one 2.4 GHz and two 5 GHz) to balance the wireless workload. Users can enjoy 4X faster speeds with WiFi 6 technology that delivers true gigabit speeds throughout their entire home, up to 5.3 Gbps with 12-stream connectivity.
- Hassle-free setup –The Velop MX5300 WiFi 6 Mesh system can be easily set up from any Android or iOS device using the Linksys App. With a few easy steps, The Velop MX5300 WiFi 6 Mesh system can be connected to form a mesh network that covers the home in strong and reliable WiFi. After setup is complete, the Linksys App serves as a powerful WiFi management tool with useful features such as guest access, parental controls, device prioritisation, and insights that help users get maximum performance and utility from their network.
Pricing & Availability
The Velop MX5300 WiFi 6 Mesh system is now available in India at an MRP of INR 49,999/-
The product is available at a special introductory price of INR 34,999/- at Amazon.in.
