TP-LINK

TP-Link RE305 range extender 802.11ac, 300 + 867 Mbit/s, dual-band

The TP-Link RE305 is a dual-band 802.11ac range extender that repeats your router's signal and carries it into rooms further away. It runs at up to 300 Mbit/s on 2.4 GHz and up to 867 Mbit/s on 5 GHz, with two external antennas and one LAN port.

  • Wi-Fi: 802.11ac, 300 + 867 Mbit/s
  • Bands: 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz
  • Port: 1 × RJ-45, 10/100 Mbit/s, no PoE
  • Antennas: 2 external (no MU-MIMO)

Description

Two bands and external antennas against weak signal

The RE305 goes where the router's signal is still strong and carries the network on into rooms where it used to drop out. The 5 GHz band at up to 867 Mbit/s suits streaming and video calls, while 2.4 GHz at up to 300 Mbit/s passes through walls better. The two external antennas can be turned to push the signal in the direction you need. The RJ-45 port also lets you connect a wired device when needed.

Who this range extender is for

Flats and small houses where the router's Wi-Fi does not reach a room or the balcony; people who need a simple add-on for their existing network; and owners of a TV or console who want to connect it by cable over a short distance. The speed is enough for everyday home use.

Specifications

General

BrandTP-LINK
EAN6935364097974

Ports

Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports1
Ethernet LAN data rates10/100 Mbit/s

Connectivity

Antenna type2xExternal
Frequency band2.4GHz/5GHz
MU-MiMONo
POEno PoE
Wi-Fi band802.11ac
Wi-Fi data rate (max)300+867 Mbit/s

Dimensions & weight

Net weight0.152 kg

Questions & answers

Does the RE305 work with a Wi-Fi 6 router?

Wi-Fi standards are backward compatible, so the extender will connect to a newer router, but it works at 802.11ac level itself.

How fast is the LAN port?

The RJ-45 port is 10/100 Mbit/s, which limits a wired device to 100 Mbit/s.

How large an area does the extender cover?

The manufacturer does not specify a range. It depends on where the router is, the walls and where the extender is placed.