Synology ® Launches Its First Wi-Fi 6 Router Product Line in India

Synology announced today the launch of RT6600ax and WRX560 as it expands its product line of critically-acclaimed routers with powerful Wi-Fi 6 routers designed to provide fast, secure, and safe internet connectivity to busy households and businesses. Running by the intuitive and feature-rich Synology Router Manager (SRM) 1.3 operating system and boasting capable hardware, the routers are fully equipped to address the challenges of modern network environments, including the massive rise in connected devices and the resulting necessity to protect users against ever-increasing security threats.

"We are excited to add the full router lineup to the Indian market," said Russell Chen, Synology regional sales manager "Our flagship RT6600ax targets businesses with its tri-band technology and high speed, while the WRX560 still packs powerful performance and advanced network functionality but for a broader audience."

Graph II: Synology RT6600ax, WiFi-6 tri-band router

Graph III: Synology WRX560, WiFi-6 dual-band router

Designed for performance and stability

Synology's Wi-Fi 6-certified routers deliver more reliable Wi-Fi thanks to better data encoding, beamforming, scheduling, and signal isolation. Both RT6600ax and WRX560 feature a configurable 2.5GbE WAN/LAN port that enable users to leverage Multi-Gig internet connections or high-performance devices such as a NAS, as well as a high-speed wireless backhaul. Fast connection speeds and snappy operation are ensured by quad-core processors (RT6600ax: 1.8GHz | WRX560: 1.4GHz), even with multiple devices connected and all features enabled.

RT6600ax also provides tri-band technology that works in conjunction with Smart Connect to optimize device distribution, eliminating data transmission bottlenecks. Compatibility with the newly licensed 5.9 GHz spectrum2 unlocks non-DFS channels at 80 and 160 MHz for a combined 6.6 Gbps of wireless throughput,3 higher concurrent connections, and faster VPN server performance.

Graph IV: The newly licensed 5.9 GHz spectrum unlocks non-DFS channels at 80 and 160 MHz

Building a solid network foundation

Both routers are powered by SRM 1.3, the latest version of Synology's intuitive operating system for routers. With improvements and added functionality that greatly expand network management capabilities, SRM 1.3 meets the demands for better security and more flexibility typical of today's network environments.

The option to create up to five separate networks, each available for mapping up to three Wi-Fi SSIDs, makes it easy to strengthen security when managing multi-purpose network environments.4 One-way firewall rules can be configured independently for each network to limit the connectivity to and from less secure devices such as IoT equipment, while support for the 802.1q standard simplifies integration into existing networks in the router, AP, and mesh configurations.

Comprehensive tools for better internet ahead

The latest update also brings SRM's host of applications for web filtering, traffic control, and remote access to the new generation of Synology routers.

Safe Access

Per-user profiles can be configured to limit time spent online or block browsing when set conditions are met. Devices assigned to the same profile will share the same set of internet access rules, without requiring repetitive manual configuration. For devices not belonging to any user that still requires internet access control and auditing (e.g., guest or new devices), network-specific profiles are also available.

Parental control features include limiting internet usage time (either on a schedule or according to a quota-based system), filtering out entire categories of websites or specific domains through allow/block lists, and restricting inappropriate search results with safe search options for YouTube, Google, Bing, and DuckDuckGo. Security is enhanced by network-wide threat blocking through DNS & IP Threat Intelligence Database and support for Google Safe Browsing.

Graph V: Per-user profiles can be configured to limit time spent online or block browsing when set conditions are met. 

Traffic Control

Available bandwidth can be distributed among connected devices, prioritizing a single client or application when specific needs arise. Real-time and historical data support granular auditing, with traffic reports generated automatically or on demand that can be easily shared in CSV or HTML formats.

Graph VI: Router traffic reports can generate automatically or on demand.

VPN Plus

Remote workers and hybrid teams can leverage SRM's suite of remote connectivity tools to access intranet-only websites directly from their browser (WebVPN), establish high-performance connections with a dedicated client over various protocols (SSL VPN), bridge multiple locations for simple resource sharing across different networks (Site-to-Site VPN), and enable remote operation of devices compatible with the RDP/VNC standard (Remote Desktop).
More powerful mobile management

An overhaul of SRM's companion mobile app, DS router, delivers an improved network management experience while on the go. The 2.0 version6 brings functionalities that were previously SRM-exclusive to the smartphone, including creating new wireless networks, configuring web filtering and parental control, setting traffic control schemes, and many more.

Graph VII: DS router delivers an improved network management experience while on the go

Availability

RT6600ax and WRX560 are available for purchase in India from Synology’s official resellers starting in January. For more information, visit: https://event.synology.com/en-in/synology-routers

» RT6600ax starting at ₹31,507 INR MSRP
» WRX560 starting at ₹22,352 INR MSRP

• SRM 1.3 is currently only available on RT6600ax WRX560 units.
• Dependent on local wireless regulations.
• Performance figures are obtained through internal testing by Synology. Actual performance may vary depending on the testing environment, usage, and configuration.
• Multiple SSIDs per network are only available with the Smart Connect feature turned off.
• An API key is required to activate Google Safe Browsing.

DS router 2.0 will be available for all devices running SRM 1.2 or newer.

About Synology. Inc

100% Synology -To deliver unique and class-leading solutions, both hardware and software are completely developed in-house. Synology’s storage solutions are powered by our DiskStation Manager (DSM) operating system and additional software solutions developed to compliment our ecosystem.

From home to datacentre -Our products reach a wide audience of users. Synology’s solutions range from entry-level units designed to organize and manage multimedia libraries, to solutions that enable businesses to centrally manage 10,000 devices.

Contacts

Regional Marketing Manager, Andrew Huang: andrewh@synology.com

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4 Myths About Wi-Fi 6 and Why It is the Great Time to Make the Switch to the New Standard

Wi-Fi 6 is here, and devices supporting the new standard are starting to hit store shelves, both off- and online. Wi-Fi 6 promises to bring faster speeds and greater capacity… but there are some skeptics who believe that we aren’t quite ready for Wi-Fi 6 and that its benefits will only be appreciated later rather than sooner.

We disagree. Let's discuss many of the misconceptions about Wi-Fi 6 and why we believe now is a great time to make the switch and start your transition to using the new standard. But first, what exactly is Wi-Fi 6?

Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) is the latest wireless standard, designed to improve the current Wi-Fi standard, 802.11ac. Key benefits of Wi-Fi 6 over previous standards like Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) include 4x connected capacity, increased data throughput, and faster speeds, resulting in improved performance. This makes Wi-Fi 6 ideal for supporting smart homes with multiple connected devices, 4K & 8K streaming content, large file downloads & uploads, and gigabit internet speed tiers, giving you a more enjoyable Wi-Fi experience.

Now, let’s discuss some of the common myths that surround Wi-Fi 6:

Myth #1: There aren’t many Wi-Fi 6 devices on the market

Wi-Fi 6 enabled devices are readily available today from laptops on the market using Intel’s 10th-gen chips to the latest and greatest smartphones such as Samsung’s Galaxy S10 & Note 10, and Apple’s iPhone 11. With market movers such as Samsung, Apple, and Intel onboard with Wi-Fi 6, you can expect other industry leaders to recognize the benefits of the latest Wi-Fi technology and launch products with Wi-Fi 6.

Myth #2: Most devices will not work with Wi-Fi 6 routers

Wi-Fi 6 routers are 100% backwards compatible with Wi-Fi 5 and older Wi-Fi devices. While you may not get to experience Wi-Fi 6 from day one, you can make sure that your network is ready for new devices with Wi-Fi 6 sooner than later.

Myth #3: Wi-Fi 6 is blazing fast, but only if you have 50+ devices connected

Like-to-like, Wi-Fi 6 increases the speed for even one device by 40% as compared to Wi-Fi 5. If you get one of the newer laptops built-with Intel’s Gig+ technology, you can instantly double the speeds when matched with the right Wi-Fi 6 router.

Myth #4: There are no advantages of upgrading my router to Wi-Fi 6 right away

If your current router is fairly new, isn’t giving you any issues, and you are happy with it, then it’s certainly best to keep it for now and upgrade when the time is right. If you haven’t upgraded your router in a while, your Wi-Fi is slowing to a crawl, and you keep adding more connected devices, then you may consider a Wi-Fi 6 router to help future proof your home.

When it comes to Wi-Fi, NETGEAR has been an industry leader for over 20 years. The company provides the most innovative, reliable, and cutting-edge networking solutions possible. Being a leader, NETGEAR’s suite of Wi-Fi 6 solutions gives access to the most advanced Wi-Fi and are best of routers available in the market.

NETGEAR RBK752

Below are some added benefits of NETGEAR Nighthawk Wi-Fi 6 routers over an average router:

• Wi-Fi 6 routers have a faster CPU, so you may see additional speed benefits if you’re on a Gigabit internet plan
• Wi-Fi 6 provides the fastest real-world speeds and range (2.4 GHz or 5 GHz)
• Wi-Fi 6 routers are ideal for 4K/8K UHD streaming
• Wi-Fi 6 Brings Capacity Beyond Belief - It is faster than ever, and offers 4X increased capacity compared to a Wi-Fi 5.
• Wi-Fi 6 offers upto 12 Wi-Fi streams means more available Wi-Fi bandwidth and less congestion for all the devices on the Wi-Fi network. 
• Wi-Fi 6 Works with Existing Wi-Fi Devices - Supports all current Wi-Fi devices and is backward compatible with older devices.
• Wi-Fi 6 offers a seamless and Consistent Mesh Wi-Fi Coverage- From front door to backyard and in every corner of your home. A dedicated quad-stream Wi-Fi 6 backhaul allows up to four data streams on each band.
• Wi-Fi 6 provides the highest level of performance in busy multi-device households

Make your Wi-Fi feel young again! Here are some best-in-class NETGEAR Nighthawk suite of Wi-Fi 6 routers you should consider buying for your home or office for better and Faster Wi-Fi coverage - NETGEAR NIGHTHAWK AX4 Wi-Fi 6 Router, NETGEAR NIGHTHAWK TRI-BAND AX12 Wi-Fi 6 Router, NETGEAR ORBI RBK752 TRI-BAND Wi-Fi 6 MESH SYSTEM, NETGEAR ORBI RBK853 TRI-BAND Wi-Fi 6 MESH SYSTEM.

About NETGEAR:

NETGEAR (NASDAQ: NTGR) is a global networking company that delivers innovative products to consumers, businesses and service providers. The Company's products are built on a variety of proven technologies such as wireless (WiFi and LTE), Ethernet and power line, with a focus on reliability and ease-of-use. The product line consists of wired and wireless devices that enable networking, broadband access and network connectivity. These products are available in multiple configurations to address the needs of the end-users in each geographic region in which the Company's products are sold. NETGEAR products are sold in approximately 30,000 retail locations around the globe, and through approximately 25,000value-added resellers, as well as multiple major cables, mobile and wire line service providers around the world. The company's headquarters are in San Jose, Calif., with additional offices in approximately 25 countries. More information is available from the NETGEAR investor page or by calling (408) 907-8000. Connect with NETGEAR on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn and our blog.

NETGEAR Accelerates Wi-Fi 6 Adoption in India with the Launch of Nighthawk Mesh Wi-Fi 6 System 'MK62' and 'MK63'

The latest Wi-Fi 6 technology helps deliver the fastest speeds to all your connected devices with 4X more capacity

NETGEAR, the leading provider of the latest and innovative Wi-Fi networking system has its Wi-Fi 6 portfolio with the launch of Nighthawk Mesh Wi-Fi 6 MK62 and MK63 that can meet the needs of the modern connected home. Designed for the tech enthusiast, the new Nighthawk Wi-Fi 6 Mesh System brings the experience of reliable and flexible Wi-Fi coverage with specialized features such as Dynamic QoS, which automatically prioritizes both video streaming and gaming traffic.

Wi-Fi 6 is the latest standard in wireless connectivity with a fourfold increase in capacity as well as a 40% increase in throughput that means you can have more devices connected to your network and faster streaming for gaming and entertainment.

Every member of a household now has a well-defined need for super-fast, reliable Wi-Fi from gamers, to telecommuters and those who stream HD Video to numerous screens within the home. NETGEAR has answered this call with the Nighthawk Mesh Wi-Fi System delivering the future of Wi-Fi with next-generation Wi-Fi 6.  The Nighthawk Mesh System comes with one or two high-powered satellites to provide whole home broadband Wi-Fi coverage.  Dead zones are eliminated by easily adding satellites wherever needed or to scale up when moving to a larger home. Setup is completed in minutes with the free Nighthawk App on Apple iOS or Android OS and is also used to easily manage the network from your mobile device.

MK63

The MK63 has a sleek and compact design that blends in with any decor and can be placed anywhere in the home. The Mesh System supports the latest Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) wireless network standard protocol and also has the function of the Mesh extension router. The Nighthawk router provides up to 1,500 square feet of coverage, easy customization and Dynamic QoS. Like the Orbi, the Nighthawks have two Gigabit Ethernet ports for wired connections. Unlike the more expensive Orbi, the Nighthawk offers slower dual-band 1.8Gbps speeds and fewer simultaneous device connections. 

MK62

With MK62, you can experience the next generation of Wi-Fi 6 that is perfect for medium to large homes up to 3,000sq.ft. and internet speeds over 100Mbps. The Nighthawk Mesh System MK62 comes with a high-powered router and satellite, to provide you with broad Wi-Fi coverage, so you can eliminate dead zones by easily placing the satellite wherever needed.

Speaking at the launch Marthesh Nagendra, Country Manager India, ME & SAARC, NETGEAR commented, “At NETGEAR, we are committed to bring our customers with the latest Wi-Fi technology. Looking at the current technology trend, we are excited to bring you the latest Nighthawk Mesh Wi-Fi 6 System in the market and accelerate the transition to Wi-Fi 6. Through our latest Nighthawk Mesh Wi-Fi 6 offering, we aim to provide our customers with the flexibility of a Nighthawk along with a Wi-Fi system that is exceedingly fast and reliable”.

Legacy devices also will experience enhanced connectivity, as the Wi-Fi 6 backhaul for mesh systems improves utilization of Wi-Fi channels with its use of faster speeds and better efficiencies over Wi-Fi 6. 

Features of Nighthawk MK62 and MK63:

• Whole Home Wi-Fi — Experience smooth 4K UHD streaming and reliable Wi-Fi in every room. The system includes one router and two satellites.
• Latest Wi-Fi 6 Technology —Improved dual-band technology designed for faster, more reliable connections that can handle 25 or more devices for smoother streaming and connection capacity.
• Super-fast Wi-Fi — Combined speeds up to 1.8Gbps to keep up with your family’s streaming, gaming, and smart home needs.
• Works with Existing Wi-Fi Devices — Backwards compatible with 802.11a/b/g/n/ac client devices (Wi-Fi 5 and below).
• Reliable Coverage — Enjoy strong Wi-Fi throughout homes up to 3,000 (for MK62) and 4,500 sq.ft (for MK63) which is perfect for medium-sized homes.
• Expandable — Add satellites to expand coverage even further. This mesh Wi-Fi system supports Wi-FiEasyMesh™ for compatibility.
• Single Wi-Fi Name and Password — Single network name provides seamless room-to-room roaming throughout your home so you can stream without the signal dropping.

Pricing and Availability:

The NETGEAR devices are available through authorized NETGEAR store at an introductory price point of:

• Nighthawk Mesh Wi-Fi 6 System MK62 at INR 17,499/-
• Nighthawk Mesh Wi-Fi 6 System MK63 at INR 25,999/-

NETGEAR has pioneered advanced networking technologies for homes, businesses, and service providers around the world since 1996 and leads the industry with a broad range of award-winning products designed to simplify and improve people’s lives.

By enabling people to collaborate and connect to a world of information and entertainment, NETGEAR is dedicated to delivering innovative and advanced connected solutions ranging from mobile and cloud-based services for enhanced control and security, to smart networking products, video over Ethernet for Pro AV applications, and performance gaming routers to enhance online game play.  The company is headquartered out of San Jose, Calif. with offices located around the globe.

HUAWEI CPE Pro 2: The Next-generation Router Supports 5G Super Uplink and Wi-Fi 6

The HUAWEI 5G CPE Pro 2 a next-gen smart router supports a wide range of 5G frequency bands, more than that of any other equivalent 5G product on the market. The HUAWEI 5G CPE Pro 2 packs Huaweis innovative 5G Super Uplink technology, as well as the latest Wi-Fi 6 standard, into a compact form and is 30 per cent smaller than its predecessor. The devices game-changing capabilities will undoubtedly have enormous implications for various fields, including home mobile broadband, HD live broadcasting, telemedicine, and video conferencing.

The HUAWEI 5G CPE Pro 2 carries the cutting-edge 7 nm Balong 5000 chipset that comes with dramatically enhanced capabilities, and offers support for both 5G NSA and 5G SA networking. The Balong 5000 is the first chipset in its series to support 200 MHz bandwidth and carrier aggregation technology, doubling theoretical 5G peak download speed over that on the first-gen CPE Pro, to a staggering 3.6 Gbps.



In addition to inheriting the four 5G TDD frequency bands (n41/n77/n78/n79) that are already supported by the first-gen CPE Pro, the CPE Pro 2 has added support for seven more 5G FDD frequency bands (n1/n3/n5/n7/n28/n38/n40). This expanded range transcends the capabilities of other 5G devices, fully meeting the needs of global operators.

Up to this point, 5G coverage has been hindered by an inherent flaw. Though the TDD bands provide for fast connections, their coverage area is rather small. Conversely, FDD bands feature broad coverage, but low bandwidth and thus limited speeds. As a remedy, Huawei has developed its "5G Super Uplink" technology. 5G Super Uplink fully leverages the advantages of TDD and FDD, which are complementary to each other in high and low frequencies, as well as time and frequency domains, boosting uplink speed and coverage to new and unforeseen heights. Hence, services that are highly dependent on uplink performance, such as HD live broadcasting, telemedicine, and video conferencing, are expected to receive a shot in the arm with the widespread rollout of 5G Super Uplink technology.

The HUAWEI 5G CPE Pro 2 is fully compliant with the latest Wi-Fi 6 standard, which is tailored to facilitate optimal 5G high-coverage. The Huawei 5G CPE Pro 2 is capable of connecting with up to 128 devices, and supports MU-MIMO technology and concurrent transmission with multiple devices, as well as exclusive dynamic narrow bandwidth technology, that can bolster a Wi-Fi 6-supported Huawei mobile phone with scorching data speeds and broadened Wi-Fi coverage.

The HUAWEI 5G CPE Pro 2, which is one third smaller than its predecessor, adopts new silent cooling fans that are capable of dynamically adjusting their operating speed to account for the current temperature. Running at just 30 dB,10 dB lower than the normal ambient noise level, the fans are far quieter as well, while improving cooling efficacy by 50 per cent and reducing the routers surface temperature by 5C. Reinforced by an effortlessly efficient heat dissipation system, the HUAWEI 5G CPE Pro 2 is equipped to handle the high loads associated with continual 5G operation.

About Huawei Consumer BG

Huaweis products and services are available in more than 170 countries and are used by a third of the worlds population. Fourteen R&D centres have been set up in the United States, Germany, Sweden, Russia, India and China. Huawei Consumer BG is one of Huaweis three business units and covers smartphones, PC and tablets, wearables and cloud services, etc. Huaweis global network is built on over 32 years of expertise in the telecom industry and is dedicated to delivering the latest technological advances to consumers around the world.

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