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TP-Link's Archer C3150V2 router is full of high-end features

The TP-Link Archer C3150 V2 router has everything you want for a better home network, including speed, security and great range.

Dan Dziedzic
Dan has been a professional writer for more than a decade and now specializes in routers and networking devices. Originally from Chicago, IL, Dan studied comedy writing at Second City and worked as a Chicago sports journalist for a number of years. With a background in physics, he spends his spare time learning about the intricacies of the universe.
Dan Dziedzic
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This router uses advanced hardware to offer throughput of 1,000Mbps on 2.4GHz and 2,167Mbps on 5GHz.

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Smart connect will make sure your devices use the best network, and airtime fairness will keep your older devices from slowing down your connections.

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Link aggregation lets you turn two LAN ports into a superfast 2Gbps wired connection.  

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One issue I encountered was "floppy" antennas. They kept coming loose when I moved them back and forth a few times.

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The TP-Link Tether app was lacking in customization options, so you will need to access the router menu via a web browser to really dive into the settings.

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You can expect great range and fast speeds everywhere in your medium to large home from this AC3150 router.  

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