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White cylindrical mesh Wi-Fi node, 3.07 inches wide by 7.28 inches tall

Linksys

Linksys WHW0301 mesh Wi-Fi system node

SKU CH-6NAF-3KHCG MPN WHW0301

A tri-band mesh node that extends whole-home Wi-Fi coverage up to 2,000 square feet and configures in minutes via app

  • WAN interfaces1 x Gigabit Ethernet, configurable as 1 x WAN + 1 x LAN or a
  • Radio bands2.4 GHz / 5 GHz
  • Security featuresWPA2-AES
  • Antenna configuration6 (internal)
  • LED lightingOne multi-colored LED for power, status, etc.
  • Control buttonsReset, Power

Model 1-Pack

  • Tri-band mesh delivers 100 % internet speed throughout the home
  • Single node covers up to 2,000 square feet of living space
  • Add further nodes to expand the mesh network seamlessly
  • Linksys App enables setup in under five minutes per node
  • Compact design with one multi-coloured LED fits any room

Mesh node for whole-home coverage

The Linksys WHW0301 is a single tri-band mesh node designed to extend or start a whole-home Wi-Fi system. It suits households or small offices that want seamless roaming under one SSID and app-based management. The unit works with existing ISP modems and supports Amazon Alexa voice control. Buyers who need a traditional standalone router with multiple WAN ports should look elsewhere.

Sustained tri-band mesh operation

Under continuous load the node uses its tri-band architecture to maintain throughput across the mesh backhaul while serving clients on the other bands. Six internal antennas and the stated transmit power figures support stable coverage up to 2,000 square feet per node. The intelligent mesh routing continuously selects the fastest path between nodes. Users who require wired backhaul for every node must provide their own Ethernet cabling.

One Gigabit Ethernet port per node

Each WHW0301 provides a single Gigabit Ethernet port that can be configured as WAN plus LAN or as two LAN ports. This limits wired connectivity to one device unless an external switch is added. The port speed caps wired throughput at 1 Gbps. Buyers who need multiple wired ports directly on the mesh unit cannot meet that requirement with this hardware.

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Price $81.99
Cheaper than about 89% of the 99 comparable items (median $190.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameLinksys
Model nameWHW0301
Product colorWhite
Product typeOffice Products
Connectivity
Radio bands2.4 GHz / 5 GHz
Antenna configuration6 (internal)
Ports & slots
WAN interfaces1 x Gigabit Ethernet, configurable as 1 x WAN + 1 x LAN or as 2 x LAN
Size & build
Measurements3.07 in × 3.07 in × 7.28 in
Product weight3.28 lb (1.49 kg)
Shipping weight1.57 kg
Package size254 × 226 × 117 mm
Environment & compliance
Operating humidity range10% to 80% Non-Condensing
Operating temperature range0 degree C to 40 degree C (32 degree F to 104 degree F)
More details
Security featuresWPA2-AES
LED lightingOne multi-colored LED for power, status, etc.
Control buttonsReset, Power

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Questions about this item

How much heat does the WHW0301 node generate when running continuously in a 40 °C room?

The node is rated for 0 to 40 °C operating temperature and 10 to 80 % non-condensing humidity, with no fan and a compact 3.07" x 3.07" x 7.28" enclosure that relies on passive cooling.

What broadband equipment must I already have for this mesh node to provide internet access?

You need an ISP modem or modem-router with an available Gigabit Ethernet port to connect the node's configurable WAN/LAN port via the included Ethernet cable.

Will the WHW0301 mesh with my existing 802.11n devices on the 2.4 GHz band?

Yes, the node supports 2.4 GHz 802.11b/g/n operation at up to 25.5 dBm per chain and uses a single SSID so older clients roam seamlessly across the mesh.

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