LINKSYS MR7500 Hydra Pro 6E Tri-Band Mesh WiFi 6E Router User Guide

LINKSYS MR7500 Hydra Pro 6E Tri-Band Mesh WiFi 6E Router User Guide

Industry-leading technology

An advanced Qualcomm™ chipset delivers the ultimate WiFi 6E experience. This next-generation technology transforms home and business WiFi with its wire- like stability and blazing-fast performance.

A new band for your latest devices.

The 6 GHz WiFi band unleashes multi-gigabit speed and supports more than 55 of your latest 8K streaming, VR gaming, and work‑from-home devices at one time.

Ultra-fast multi-gigabit speed.

With a 5 Gbps WAN (internet) port, you get top speeds across your smart home for video calls, 8K streaming, gaming, livestreaming, VR, AR, and more.*

Highest device capacity ever.

With 4x** the channels of current WiFi router systems, the 6 GHz band can handle all the traffic from the busiest smart homes using heavy-bandwidth devices all day, every day

Powerful WiFi 6E mesh coverage.

Velop Intelligent Mesh technology™ combined with WiFi 6E is designed to deliver gigabit WiFi speeds to every corner of your home or business.

The future looks bright.

Future-ready hardware with Intelligent Mesh™ technology and guaranteed updates keep your connection going strong.

Tri-band dynamic backhaul.

Every WiFi 6E tri-band router or node can broadcast on three wireless radio bands simultaneously with a combined WiFi speed of 6.6 Gbps.

Easy setup & control.

The Linksys App makes setup simple. Control and monitor your WiFi from anywhere you have a connection.

Retail packaging

At a glance

• Intelligent Mesh™ & WiFi 6E with access to the new 6 GHz band unleash maximum speeds and reduce interference.
• 5 Gb WAN port makes the most of ISP’s multi-gigabit speeds.
• With 4x the channels of current WiFi, the 6 GHz band has the highest device capacity ever.
• Automatic firmware updates and a separate guest access assure your network is up to date and secure.
• Easy setup and control through the free Linksys app.
• Works with your existing modem and internet provider.
• 3-Year Limited Product Warranty

Linksys   Hydra Pro 6E with WiFi 6E unleashes maximum WiFi speeds and supports more than 55 devices at a time. The new 6 GHz WiFi band offers multi- gigabit, low-latency speed for your latest 8K streaming, VR gaming, and work from home devices.

Velop Intelligent Mesh technology combined with WiFi 6E is designed to deliver gigabit WiFi speeds to every corner of your home or business.

The Linksys app makes setup simple. Once set up, you can access your network from anywhere, and view or prioritise which connected devices are using the most WiFi.

Works with all Internet Service Providers and is 100% backward compatible with WiFi 5 and older devices.

With extremely low latency, massive capacity, easy setup, advanced security and parental controls, the Linksys Hydra Pro 6E is an essential upgrade to any home that needs the most reliable, interference-free high-speed WiFi.

Product details.

Easy App-led setup.

Setting up the Hydra Pro WiFi 6E Mesh router (MR7500) is easy. Download the Linksys app on any iOS or Android smartphone. Upon launch the app automatically identifies the device to be setup and provides an animated setup guide that will have you online in minutes. With the Linksys App, you can always monitor and manage your home WiFi from anywhere, using a smartphone or tablet.

1. Download and install the free Linksys app.
   

2. Connect the MR7500 to your modem (-router), plug in & switch on.
   

3. Open the app and follow the on‑screen instructions.
   

Hydra Pro 6E
Tri‑Band WiFi 6E Mesh Router

As your home and family expands, the Hydra Pro 6E Linksys Intelligent mesh router allows you to easily expand by adding additional routers or nodes to your network, giving you flawless and seamless WiFi every where.

We recommend pairing Linksys Hydra Pro 6E with Linksys Atlas Max 6E Intelligent mesh tri‑band nodes.

Each Hydra Pro 6E router adds 3-4 rooms of coverage or 1 floor at speeds of up to 6.6 Gbps*.

One Hydra Pro 6E router covers homes with up to 3-4 bedrooms

Two Hydra Pro 6E routers cover homes with up to 5-6 bedrooms

Three Hydra Pro 6E routers cover homes with up to 7-8+ bedrooms**.

Linksys App at a glance

• View which devices are connected, and easily limit internet usage with Parental Controls.
• Assign bandwidth hierarchy with Device Prioritisation.
• Keep your WiFi secure with Automatic Firmware updates.
• Give guests access and share their password via text message

Control your WiFi in real time, wherever you are.

The Linksys app is the command center for your WiFi. Use the Linksys app any where you have an internet connection to check connected devices, set up guest access, or keep your kids off the internet when they should be doing homework.

Parental control.

Create device schedules, block certain websites or pause WiFi for homework

Guest access.

Easily share a guest network with visitors. Your main WiFi stays separated by a firewa

Device prioritisation.

Prioritise streaming devices while your kids surf or play games.

Auto firmware update.

Keep your WiFi safe and secure with Automatic Firmware updates.

Specifications

Package Includes

• Linksys Hydra Pro 6E tri‑band WiFi 6E mesh router
• Ethernet cable, power adapter
• Quick start guide, regulator y and warranty documentation.

LED

1 multi‑ coloured light for power and system status.

Buttons
Side: WPS; back: power switch, reset.

WiFi Specifications

WiFi AXE6600 with 8-stream WiFi,
Radio 1 – 2.4 G Hz Band
802.11ax – 600 Mbps
Radio 2 – 5 G Hz Band
802.11ax – 1,200 Mbps
Radio 3 – 6 G Hz Band
802.11axe – 4,800 Mbps

Simultaneous Tri-Band
IEEE 802.11 b/g/n – 2.4 Ghz,
IEEE 802.11 a/b/n/ac/ax – 5 Ghz
IEEE 802.11ax‑2021 – 6 Ghz

OFDMA Technology.
Seamless roaming technology.

Required for set-up

1. Internet connection with a modem or modem‑router.
2. Mobile devices with Android 6 or iOS 14.1 and higher, with data connection.

Bluetooth®
5 .1/LE for secure and easy App-based Setup

Processor and Memory

Qualcomm™ Networking Pro 810 Platform, 1.8 GHz Quad-Core. 512 MB Flash, 512 MB SDRAM.

Security

WPA2-Personal, WPA3 ‑ Personal,
WPA3/WPA2‑Personal Mixed.
SPI Firewall and DoS Protection, automatic security updates. Security key up to 128‑bit Encryption. Parental controls , separate guest network

Wired Connectivity

1 WAN port 5 GbE, 4 LAN ports
1 GbE. 802.3ab, 802.3u.
1 USB 3.0 port.

Radio Operating Frequencies

2.4 GHz:   2,400-2,483.5 MHz
5 GHz : 5,150-5,250 MHz 5,250‑5,350 MHz 5,470‑5,725 MHz
6 GHz : 5,925-6,425 MHz
Bluetooth : 2,400-2,483.5 MHz

Antennas

WiFi:
external adjustable, non‑ detachable, 2 dual‑band 2.4/5G Hz antennas , 2 dual‑band 6~7GHz.
Bluetooth: 1 internal PIFA.

Antenna Gain

WiFi
2,400-2,483.5 MHz 1.65 dBi
5,150-5,250 MHz 2.12 dBi
5,250‑5,350 MHz 2.12 dBi
5,470‑5,725 MHz 2.35 dBi
5,925-6,425 MHz 2.75 dB

Bluetooth: 4 dBi

Output Power (EIRP)

WiFi Beamforming
2,400-2,483.5 MHz: 19.94 dBm
5,150-5,250 MHz:   22.97 dBm
5,250‑5,350 MHz: 22.97 dBm
5,470‑5,725 MHz:   29.99 dBm
5,925-6,425 MHz; 22. 8 4 dBm

Power adapter
Input:   100-240 V, 50-60 Hz
Output:   12 V, 3 A

Temperature
Operating:  0 to 40° C
Storage:   -20 to 60° C

Humidity (non-condensing)

Operating: 10 to 80% RH
Storage: 5 to 90% RH

Dim ensions.

Product :

Weight:   0.66 kg
Width:   21 . 5 cm
Height:   15 . 8 cm
Depth: 15 . 5 cm

Packaged Unit

Weight:   1 .7 kg
Width:   32. 2 cm
Height:   24 cm
Depth:   11 .4 cm

Case Pack

Quantity:   (PL) 4 per pack
Weight:   (PL) 8 .14 kg
Width:   (PL) 48.6 cm
Height:   (PL) 34.5 cm
Depth:   (*PL) 27.4 cm

Manufacturer:   Linksys Holdings , Inc
Brand:   Linksys
Model Number:  M R7500
Description:   Hydra Pro 6E Tri‑ Band WiFi 6E Mesh Router

Linksys UK Ltd.
Regent Park, Booth Drive,
Park Farm South, Wellingborough,
Northants, NN8 6GR, United Kingdom

Linksys UK Limited
Amsterdam Branch, Herikerbergweg
106, 1101 CM, Amsterdam Z.O.
The Netherlands

British (BS1363)
MR7500‑ME| 8 517620000| 74 588 3 829736| 4260184673131
MR7500‑EU| 8 517620000| 74 5 88 3 829729| 4260184673124

© 2022 Linksys Holdings , Inc. and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved.
Made in Vietnam.

• Specifications are subject to change without notice. Ma ximum performance derived from I EEE Standard 802.11 specifications . Actual performance may var y, including lower wireless net work capacit y, data throughput rate, range, and coverage. Range specifications are based on performance test results under normal use case conditions. Actual data throughput and range depend upon many factors , conditions and variables , including building materials and construction , volume of net work traffic, mix of wireless products used , interference, wireless obstructions and other adverse conditions . Actual data throughput will be lower than specified and may depend on mix of wireless products used , your wireless device’s WiFi standard , and external factors . Wireless coverage claims are used only as reference and are not guaranteed , as each wireless net work is unique. An active, customer-purchased internet ser vice provider broadband account is required for connection of this router and other connected computers and devices to the internet. Number of connected devices is based on lab test results. Some devices may require additional wireless adapters that match this product ’s ma ximum WiFi standard or an Ethernet cable to connect to this router.
  © 2022 Linksys Holdings , Inc. and/or its affiliates . All rights reser ved. Linksys , Velop, Atlas , Hydra , Intelligent
  Mesh and many product names and logos are trademarks of Linksys Holdings Inc. and/or its affiliates. Thirdpart y trademarks mentioned are the propert y of their respective owners . App Store is a ser vice mark of Apple
  Inc. G oogle Play is a trademark of G oogle Inc. B luetooth® is a registered trademark owned by B luetooth S IG
  Inc. and its use by Linksys is under license. Wi-Fi and Wi-Fi Protected Setup are either trademarks or registered
  trademarks of the Wi-Fi Alliance. The Wi-Fi CERTIFIED Logo is a certification mark of the Wi-Fi Alliance.

• • Performance may vary. Customer-paid internet ser vice required. For more information , please refer to the insert inside the package, or the product data sheet found at: Linksys.com/velop/documentation.

• **4x more channels on 6G Hz band as compared to dual-band router on 2.4 & 5 G Hz bands excluding D FS channels, determined using 20MHz channels as a reference.

• ***As compared to WiFi 5 2x 2 dual-band router up to 80MHz. †Wired speed up to 5Gbps requires multi-gigabit ISP speed up to or greater than 5Gbps.

User Documentation is also available at: www.linksys.com/support

This device is restricted to indoor use only when operating in 5150 – 5350 MHz

References

• Linksys Official Support - Required Agreements and Warranties
• Linksys Official Support - User Guides, Downloads, FAQs

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