TP-Link
TP-Link RE605X AX1800 wireless range extender
Dual-band Wi-Fi 6 extender with gigabit Ethernet port and two external antennas for whole-home mesh coverage
- StandardsIEEE 802.11a/n/ac/ax 5GHz, IEEE 802.11b/g/n/x 2.4GHz
- Frequency Band2.4 GHz / 5.0 GHz
- Wireless Data Rates574 Mbps at 2.4GHz, 1201 Mbps at 5GHz
- Security64/128-bit WEP, WPA/WPA-PSK2 encryptions
- WPA/WPA2WPA2
- Antenna2 x External Antennas
- Wi-Fi 6 delivers faster speeds and reduced congestion
- OneMesh creates seamless whole-home coverage
- Gigabit Ethernet port enables wired connections for TVs and consoles
- Intelligent signal light shows optimal placement for coverage
- AP mode adds Wi-Fi capability to a wired network
Wi-Fi 6 AX1800 range extender
The TP-Link RE605X is a dual-band wireless range extender that supports Wi-Fi 6. It delivers up to 574 Mbps on the 2.4 GHz band and 1201 Mbps on the 5 GHz band. Two external antennas and a single Gigabit Ethernet port provide flexible placement and a wired connection option. The device plugs directly into a wall outlet for simple deployment.
Suits homes with Wi-Fi 6 routers and dead zones
It works well for users who want to expand coverage to smart TVs, game consoles or PCs using the wired port or wireless backhaul. OneMesh support allows a seamless mesh network when paired with a compatible TP-Link router. Buyers who need more than one Ethernet port for multiple wired devices should look at a different solution. The extender also cannot add Wi-Fi 6 capability to an older router that does not already support the standard.
Gigabit Ethernet port decides wired utility
The single 1 Gbps port is the only way to connect a wired device directly to the extender at full speed. If your use case requires linking several desktops, a NAS and a console simultaneously, this port count will be a bottleneck. For purely wireless extension the port is irrelevant, but for any wired endpoint it is the limiting specification.
Highlights
- Wi-Fi 6 delivers faster speeds and reduced congestion
- OneMesh creates seamless whole-home coverage
- Gigabit Ethernet port enables wired connections for TVs and consoles
- Intelligent signal light shows optimal placement for coverage
- AP mode adds Wi-Fi capability to a wired network
Specifications
| Brand | TP-Link |
|---|---|
| Model | RE605X |
| Standards | IEEE 802.11a/n/ac/ax 5GHz, IEEE 802.11b/g/n/x 2.4GHz |
| Frequency Band | 2.4 GHz / 5.0 GHz |
| Wireless Data Rates | 574 Mbps at 2.4GHz, 1201 Mbps at 5GHz |
| Security | 64/128-bit WEP, WPA/WPA-PSK2 encryptions |
| WPA/WPA2 | WPA2 |
| Antenna | 2 x External Antennas |
| Transmit Power | CE: 2.4GHz <=20dBm, 5GHz <=30dBm |
| Receiving Sensitivity | 5GHz: 11a 6Mbps: -93dBm, 11a 54Mbps: -75dBm 11ac HT20 MCS0: -92dBm, 11ac HT20 MCS8: -70dBm 11ac HT40 MCS0: -90dBm, 11ac HT40 MCS9: -66dBm 11ac HT80 MCS0: -87dBm, 11ac HT80 MCS9: -62dBm 2.4GHz: 11g 54Mbps: -77dBm, 11n HT20 MCS7: -75dBm 11n HT40 MCS7: -72dBm |
| Interface | 1 x Gigabit Ethernet Port |
| Button | WPS Button, Reset Button |
| Power | 10W Power Consumption |
| System Requirements | Microsoft Windows 98SE, NT, 2000, XP, Vista or Windows 7, 8, 8.1, 10, MAC OS, NetWare, UNIX or Linux Internet Explorer 11, Firefox 12.0, Chrome 20.0, Safari 4.0, or other Java-enabled browser |
| Dimensions | 4.90" x 2.90" x 1.80" |
| Package Contents | Wi-Fi Range Extender RE605X Quick Installation Guide |
Questions about this item
Does the RE605X need a Wi-Fi 6 router to create a OneMesh network?
The RE605X creates a OneMesh network when paired with a compatible TP-Link OneMesh router; it extends any existing Wi-Fi router but mesh features require OneMesh support on the host router.
Will the Gigabit Ethernet port on the RE605X run at full speed with my older Cat 5e cabling?
Yes, the single Gigabit Ethernet port operates at up to 1 Gbps and works with Cat 5e or better cabling for wired devices like smart TVs or consoles.
How do I confirm the RE605X is placed where the backhaul signal is strong enough?
The Intelligent Signal Light on the front panel shows the strength of the connection to the main router, helping you find the optimal spot for coverage.
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