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Wi-Fi network adapters and wired network adapters not listed are End Of Life (EOL) products and will not be updated in the future. For any further questions regarding Windows compatibility please contact Edimax technical support.
The extraordinary growth in the number of wireless devices found in modern homes has seen a huge increase in demand for wireless speed, range and bandwidth. This continuing trend away from wired connections to wireless communication and the ever-increasing throughput demands of new Wi-Fi devices and applications—including Internet TVs, computers, tablets and smartphones—drives the requirements in today’s homes for high-performance, reliable Wi-Fi to unprecedented levels. To meet the connectivity needs of homes and businesses alike, Edimax has launched the BR-6478AC dual-band 802.11ac router: featuring the latest 11ac draft standard for extraordinary improvements in the speed, reliability and quality of wireless communications. Next-Generation Wireless Networking The Edimax BR-6478AC router supports the next generation IEEE 802.11ac wireless standard, meaning higher data rates in the 5GHz band. With 300Mbps speeds in the 2.4GHz band and 867Mbps speeds in 5GHz, the BR-6478AC is ideal for HD video streaming and large file transfers. The router is also backward compatible with 802.11a/b/g/n to ensure compatibility with legacy Wi-Fi devices. 3-in-1 Router, Access Point and Range Extender The BR-6478AC can work as router, access point or range extender.
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J ust configure the mode you need for your network environment using the smart iQ Setup wizard. Switch mode using the smart iQ setup wizard on any device with a web browser, no CD required.Mobile device setup requires iOS 4.0 or Android 4.0 and above. Concurrent Dual-Band Wi-Fi & Gigabit Ethernet Connectivity The Edimax BR-6478AC router provides simultaneous 2.4GHz (802.11n) and 5GHz (802.11ac) wireless network connectivity for maximum flexibility of use.
Additionally, the BR-6478AC router features four gigabit LAN ports and one gigabit WAN port, offering data rates of up to a staggering 1000Mbps for users with the need for maximum network performance. With gigabit Ethernet connectivity, the BR-6478AC can provide users a fast and smooth media streaming or network gaming experience. Smart iQ Setup Features iQ Setup for smart, automatic and quick installation with no CD required. Edimax’s Revolutionary iQoS iQoS is Edimax’s solution for a quicker, easier, and more effective way to manage Internet bandwidth. While Quality of Service (QoS) functionality is a common feature in routers across the market, typically only advanced users have the knowledge required to set up the complex parameters. Edimax though has redesigned QoS with user-friendliness and accessibility in mind.
A simple and intuitive user interface allows users to arrange bandwidth priority settings in just a few clicks. With iQoS, you can enjoy gaming, video streaming, VoIP applications and BT clients at the same time without the usual nightmare of lag and interruptions. An original, efficient and effective means of managing your Internet bandwidth. Guest Network.
Supports a guest network to provide connectivit y while isolating guests from your primary network.Router mode only WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) Button & Built-In WLAN On/Off Switch The Edimax BR-6478AC allows users to build secure connections with WPS enabled wireless devices simply by pressing the WPS button - there is no need for the hassle of complex set up and configuration procedures. And with the built-in WLAN on/off switch users can also easily switch on/off the wireless connection without logging into the user interface – an easy way to save electricity when it is not in use. APPLICATION DIAGRAM.
I’m running macOS High Sierra (10.13.2) my Mac Mini (2012) and MacBook Air (2013) I just purchased an Edimax EW-7811UN USB Wi-Fi adapter to use on my MacBook Air but for some reason—even with the correct drivers installed—the OS doesn’t seem to recognize it. It’s clearly recognized as a USB device with the correct system report information on the Mac Mini as well as the MacBook Air. But if I install the correct drivers on both systems, it only actually works on my Mac Mini.
The MacBook Air? The driver I am using is the macOS Sierra (10.12) drives I found on and the “README” shows it as version 1027.4.02042015 which was released on “2016-12-20” which is pretty much a year ago. Anyone run into this issue before? The USB 3.0 ports on my MacBook Air work 100% fine with other devices.
What could be up? Details from my system profiler below: 802.11n WLAN Adapter: Product ID: 0x7811 Vendor ID: 0x7392 Version: 2.00 Serial Number: 01 Speed: Up to 480 Mb/sec Manufacturer: Realtek Location ID: 0x14100000 / 8 Current Available (mA): 500 Current Required (mA): 500 Extra Operating Current (mA): 0 This is what I see in the menu bar on my MacBook Air when I install the drivers and insert the Edimax EW-7811UN USB Wi-Fi adapter.