Wireless N just seems to get better and better. 150Mbps? 270? 300? Now we have 450Mbps in the new TRENDnet TEW-691GR router.
Not only does the TEW-691GR have 450Mbps of Wi-Fi, but 1Gbps LAN ports *and* WAN port. I guess it about time for those with FIOS networks to get something that will allow future generations of FIOS networks to reach it’s full potential!
The official announcement from TRENDnet:
TRENDnet® Ground Breaking 450Mbps Router now Available TRENDnet
TRENDnet (6/7/2010)TRENDnet First to Market 450Mbps Wireless N Gigabit Router Redefines Wireless N Performance
TORRANCE, Calif. –June 7, 2010–TRENDnet, a best-in-class wired and wireless networking hardware brand, today announces the availability of the first to market 450Mbps Wireless N Gigabit Router, model TEW-691GR. Designed for extreme performance and unparalleled quality of service, this router provides users with the ultimate wireless networking experience.
Three external antennas broadcast on the 2.4GHz spectrum. Three spatial streams per antenna produce a record 450Mbps theoretical wireless throughput. Multiple Input Multiple Output (MIMO) antenna technology boosts wireless coverage, signal strength, and throughput speed. One Gigabit Wide Area Network port and four Gigabit Local Area Network ports offer exceptional wired throughput performance.
The latest in wireless encryption and a secure firewall protect your digital network. Router setup is fast and intuitive. WMM® Quality of Service (QoS) technology prioritizes gaming, Internet calls, and video streams. A convenient on/off power button protects the router when powering down.
Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) integrates other WPS supported wireless adapters at the touch of a button. Gone are the days of entering complicated encryption codes; simply press the WPS button on the TEW-691GR, and then press the WPS button on a compatible wireless adapter, confirm you would like to connect and the devices automatically exchange information and connect. The router is compatible with IEEE 802.11n and backward compatible with IEEE 802.11g/b/a compliant devices.
“TRENDnet’s ability to launch this ground breaking 450Mbps product ahead of other brands says a lot about our recent growth,” stated Pei Huang, President and CEO of TRENDnet. “We are ecstatic to set a new performance threshold in the consumer wireless revolution. If you are looking for the ultimate in wireless performance, take a look at TRENDnet’s 450Mbps Wireless N Gigabit Router.”
The 450Mbps Wireless N Gigabit Router, model TEW-691GR, will be available from online and retail partners shortly.
The MSRP for the TEW-691GR is U.S. $199.00.
Now all we need are some 450Mbps Wi-Fi adapters, Linux support, and I’m ready to chuck powerline and MoCA and go this route. Assuming one can get adequate range. I would love to get my hands on this router and a matching adapter to check out both range and real-world transfer rates!
