ASUS Exhibits ZenWiFi Networking Solutions with Mesh WiFi at CES 2020
Las Vegas, Nevada (January 6, 2020) -
ASUS today showcased the ZenWiFi AX (XT8) and ZenWiFi AC (CT8) mesh networking routers alongside the newly announced ZenWiFi Voice, fusing the power of Amazon Alexa and ASUS AiMesh technology, at CES 2020. The latest ZenWiFi AX and ZenWiFi AC routers also come in two color options: White and Graphite Black.
Any users working or living in a larger space with obnoxious WiFi dead spots need mesh networking in their life. In a mesh topology, compatible wireless network devices cooperate to get information where it needs to go. Each of the new ZenWiFi products uses exclusive ASUS AiMesh technology to provide the best network performance possible alongside an easy-to-use interface, as well as exciting new features, including the ability to conveniently use separate WiFi network names for each band when using any ZenWiFi device and an intuitive voice-activated interface with Amazon Alexa on the ZenWiFi Voice.
ZenWiFi AX (XT8) delivers unparalleled AiMesh performance
The ZenWiFi AX WiFi System includes two WiFi 6 routers in a mesh WiFi configuration for maximum performance and coverage up to 5500 square feet (510 m2). It achieves unprecedented throughput with WiFi 6 support for both clients and inter-node communications – up to 6,600 Mbps across one 2.4GHz band and two 5GHz bands, yielding up to 2.2x more aggregate speed than a WiFi 5-capable tri-band router. The ZenWiFi AX system pulls aesthetic inspiration from our high-end ZenBook notebook line for classy subtlety.
The two ZenWiFi AX nodes shuttle data over a dedicated 4x4 WiFi 6 backhaul at speeds up to 4,804 Mbps, while connected clients enjoy access to transfer rates with the potential to exceed the gigabit barrier. A full complement of WiFi 6 features, including MU-MIMO and OFDMA, ensures that each WiFi 6-compatible device on the network takes advantage of improved bandwidth thanks to lower communication latency, even in highly congested network environments like apartments, dorms, and dense urban districts. The ZenWiFi AX router multi-pack also automatically applies existing settings from the first router to the second router so users can quickly and easily set-up their mesh WiFi solution.
A special antenna design, isolated internal layout, and AiRadar 2.0 beamforming ensure that the ZenWiFi AX delivers both wide coverage and strong signals to each connected device. Each ZenWiFi AX node have 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet ports, offering blazing-fast connectivity for WAN, while the second ZenWiFi node can use either WAN or LAN connections via an automatic switch.
The ZenWiFi AX system also includes a suite of security features to mitigate the threats common on a ubiquitous Internet connection. AiProtection Pro, powered by Trend Micro and free for the lifetime of the router, stays up to date to filter restricted content categories. An activity dashboard shows users what’s being looked at, and a scheduler helps users restrict online access during certain hours, ideal for parental controls.
ZenWiFi AC (CT8) upgrades your network with AiMesh
The ZenWiFi AC tri-band whole-home mesh WiFi system pushes performance to new heights without looking out of place in a living room. Like the ZenWiFi AX, ZenWiFi AC system offers sleek aesthetics inspired by the ZenBook notebooks.
In aggregate, the two AC3000 routers in our ZenWiFi AC kit can achieve a data rate of up to 3000Mbps.