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Linksys Max-Stream AC2200 MU-MIMO Tri-Band WiFi Router (MR8300)

An Entertainment Powerhouse—Now with Mesh WiFi

Upgrade your home WiFi and get extremely fast wireless speeds with the MR8300 AC2200 Tri-Band Mesh WiFi Router). Perfect for households that thrive on entertainment, this Tri-Band router delivers superior speeds of up to 2.2 Gbps throughout your home. The MR8300 delivers a dedicated signal to each connected device using MU-MIMO technology, so the entire family can enjoy simultaneous 4K streaming, online gaming, and more. It’s also future-proof thanks to built-in Mesh WiFi technology: simply add a Velop Mesh WiFi node (separate purchase required) to expand coverage in any area of your home.

Linksys MR8300 Router on a desk

Superfast WiFi for All of Your Connected Devices

Using Tri-Band and MU-MIMO (Multi-User Multiple-Input Multiple-Output) technology, the MR8300 delivers high-speed WiFi to multiple devices simultaneously. You’ll be able to stream 4K media, browse the Internet, and play games online as if each of your devices had its own, dedicated WiFi router.

House with Mesh WiFi Nodes Diagram

WiFi Coverage for Every Area of Your Home

With built-in Mesh WiFi, this router is designed to scale to your household’s WiFi needs. As your WiFi needs grow, simply add a Linksys Velop node to expand your coverage. Velop nodes all work seamlessly together with the MR8300, so there's no need to manually switch between networks.

Smart Phone with Linksys App Dashboard

Easy Setup

Simply connect your router to your modem, download the Linksys app, name your network and choose a password.

Back of the Linksys Max-Stream AC2200 Tri-Band Router (MR8300)

Multiple Ethernet Ports Offer Versatile Connectivity

Equipped with four Gigabit Ethernet ports, the MR8300 supports wired connections up to 10x faster than standard Ethernet and allows you to easily connect shared storage devices, printers, and other supported peripherals to your network.

Linksys Auto Firmware Upgrade

Your MR8300 will automatically receive firmware updates from Linksys as they are released, so your router is always secure and up to date.

Linksys App

Linksys App

Customize and Manage Your Home WiFi Anytime, Anywhere

With the Linksys App, you can closely monitor and manage your home WiFi remotely using a smartphone or tablet.

  • Guest Access: Create a separate, password-protected WiFi network for up to 50 guests and easily share the password.
  • Parental Controls: Ensure a safe Internet experience for your kids -- even when you're away from home. Restrict access to inappropriate or distracting content, control usage, and block specific devices from accessing the Internet.
  • Device Prioritization: You can prioritize devices that need the most speed.
  • Speed Test: Easily test and monitor your Internet connection's speed.

Quick and Easy Setup

Managing your home WiFi with the Linksys App is fast and easy:

Step 1 Linksys App Home Screen

Download the Linksys App

App Store Icon Google Play Icon
Step 2Connecting Velop node to a modem

Connect to your modem

Step 3Linksys App WiFi Setup Screen

Name your WiFi & create password

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MR8300 Tri-Band Router

  • MR8300 Tri-Band Router

Technical Specs
  • Wi-Fi Technology:
    AC2200 MU-MIMO Tri-Band Gigabit, 400+867+867 Mbps†
  • Key Features:
    • Tri-Band (5 GHz + 5GHz + 2.4 GHz), 2x2 AC
    • Simultaneous Tri-Band Wi-Fi Mesh System
    • Seamless Wi-Fi
    • MU-MIMO
    • Auto Firmware Update
    • USB 3.0 Port
    • 4 Adjustable Antennas+ 6 High Power Amplifiers
    • Easy App Controls
    • Advanced Beamforming+ Technology
    • Smart Connect Band Steering
  • Network Standards:
    • 802.11a
    • 802.11b
    • 802.11g
    • 802.11n
    • 802.11ac
  • Wi-Fi Speed:
    AC2200 (N400 + AC867 + AC867)
  • Wi-Fi Bands:
    2.4 and 5 GHz(2x) (simultaneous tri-band)
  • Wi-Fi Range:
    Medium Household
  • Number of Ethernet Ports:
    • 1x Gigabit WAN port
    • 4x Gigabit LAN ports
  • Other Ports:
    • 1x USB 3.0 port
    • Power
  • Antennas:
    4x external adjustable antennas
  • Processor:
    716Mhz Quad-core
  • Memory:
    RAM: 512MB; Flash: 256MB
  • LEDs:
    One, multicolor light for power and status, USB, Ethernet (1-4), Internet
  • Wireless Encryption:
    Up to 128-bit WPA2/WPA-Mixed Personal, WPA2-Personal
  • Operation Modes:
    • Wireless Router
    • Access Point(Wired Bridge)
  • Easy Setup:
    • Simple and secured App based set-up
    • Required for set-up: (1) Internet connection with Modem. (2) Mobile device with Android 4.4 or iOS 9 and higher, Bluetooth preferred.
  • Dimensions (LxWxH):
    213.7mmX161.8mmx54.8mm (without Antenna)
  • Weight:
    608 g
  • Security Features:
    • WPA2/WPA Personal
    • 128 bit AES link encryption
  • Regulatory Compliance:
    FCC
  • Other Certifications:
    Wi-Fi
  • Additional Information:
    Bluetooth 4.1/LE for secure and easy App based set-up
  • Power Supply:
    Input: 100-240V ~ 50-60Hz; Output: 12V, 2A
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*Maximum Performance derived from IEEE Standard 802.11 specifications. Actual performance may vary, including lower wireless network capacity, data throughput rate, speed, range and coverage. Performance depends upon many factors, conditions and variables, including building materials and construction, volume of network traffic, mix of wireless products used, interference and other adverse conditions. In order to achieve the best performance, this product must be used with compatible AC2200 wireless devices. The standard transmission rates—867 Mbps (for each 5 GHz radio), 400 Mbps (for 2.4 GHz)—are the physical data rates. Actual data throughput will be lower and may depend on the mix of wireless products used and external factors. Specifications are subject to change without notice. An active, customer-purchased Internet Service Provider broadband account is required for connection of this product and other connected devices to the Internet. Some devices may require additional wireless adapters or an Ethernet cable to connect.
May require a software/firmware update available for download at linksys.com/support.
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