German network solutions specialist devolo AG announced the launch high performance repeater devolo WiFi 6 Repeater 5400 with support for the Wi-Fi 6 standard. And it is interesting that, in addition to working with the entire ecosystem of its own solutions, it can work with any other third-party router.

This devolo repeater features a table cover that allows it to be optimally placed in any room, whether discreetly hidden or displaying the brand’s typical white design. It has 4×4 antenna configuration which guarantees particularly powerful wireless coverage, capable of supplying a wide range of end devices at the same time.

Its installation and configuration do not require special knowledge and its launch is done in a few minutes from the WPS function, which with a single push of a button allows the repeater to take over the configuration of the Wi-Fi router and “spread” throughout the network.

From there, laptops, smartphones, consoles or any other device will connect to this repeater automatically without you having to do anything else. If necessary and for its management, the free devolo Home Network app can be used for iOS and Android mobile devices.

Using Wi-Fi 6 and Mesh Networking

Wi-Fi 6 (and its extension Wi-Fi 6E) is the latest version of the wireless standard and represents a significant improvement over previous versions. There are more and more devices that support this, as well as routers or repeaters like the one at hand that allow for effective Wi-Fi expansion.

The repeater incorporates the best features of the standard, such as ODFMA (Orthogonal Division Multiple Access) for higher transfer rates using intelligent division to avoid data-intensive applications being lost. It also uses a target cooldown (Wake up target time or TWT) optimized which significantly extends the autonomy of end devices while Basic Service Set Dyeing allows simultaneous use of the same frequency by multiple Wi-Fi 6 access points.

Note that in addition to wireless support, it has a repeater two gigabit ethernet ports integrated in case the user needs to get the most out of the local area network, be it a home office, multimedia center or online gaming.

In conclusion, this repeater works with any branded solution like “Magic” as well as routers of any brand, allowing you to build an individualized home network in a modular way to adapt to every need. in a mesh network in which access points intelligently work together to avoid dropouts and connection drops that can occur in conventional networks when, for example, users move around their home during a phone call.

devolo WiFi 6 Repeater 5400, price and availability

The repeater is already available in the specialized retail channel, brick-and-mortar stores and e-shop. Its official price is €149.90 and has a three-year manufacturer’s warranty. A good product that allows you to extend the range of a wireless Wi-Fi network very easily, it offers a speed of up to 5400 Mbps, which is enough for home office or home networks.