Edimax BR-6478AC V2 Service Manual

BR-6478AC V2

AC1200 Multi

-

Function Concurrent

Dual-Band Gigabit Wi-Fi Router

The extraordinary growth in the number of wireless devices found in modern homes has seen a huge increase in
demand for wireless speed, range and bandwidth. This continuing trend away from wired connections to wireless
communication and the ever-increasing throughput demands of new Wi-Fi devices and applications—including
Internet TVs, computers, tablets and smartphones—drives the requirements in today’s homes for high­performance, reliable Wi-Fi to unprecedented levels. To meet the connectivity needs of homes and businesses
alike, Edimax has launched the BR-6478AC dual-band 802.11ac router: featuring the latest 11ac draft standard
for extraordinary improvements in the speed, reliability and quality of wireless communications.

Next-Generation Wireless Networking

The Edimax BR-6478AC router supports the next
generation IEEE 802.11ac wireless standard, meaning
higher data rates in the 5GHz band. With 300Mbps
speeds in the 2.4GHz band and 867Mbps speeds in
5GHz, the BR-6478AC is ideal for HD video streaming
and large file transfers. The router is also backward
compatible with 802.11a/b/g/n to ensure compatibility
with legacy Wi-Fi devices.

Concurrent Dual-Band Wi-Fi & Gigabit Ethernet Connectivity

The Edimax BR-6478AC router provides simultaneous 2.4GHz (802.11n) and 5GHz (802.11ac) wireless
network connectivity for maximum flexibility of use. Additionally, the BR-6478AC router features four gigabit
LAN ports and one gigabit WAN port, offering data rates of up to a staggering 1000Mbps for users with the need
for maximum network performance. With gigabit Ethernet connectivity, the BR-6478AC can provide users a fast
and smooth media streaming or network gaming experience.

5GHz (Up to 867Mbps)
Interference-Free
HD Video and Gaming

Online

Gaming

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HD Video

Streaming

VoIP Calling

AC1200: 867Mbps(5GHz) + 300Mbps(2.4GHz)

Concurrent

Dual-Band

2.4GHz (Up to 300Mbps)
More Supported Devices
Basic Internet Applications

Web Browsing Online Chat Email and

downloading

AC1200 Multi-Function Concurrent

*Mobile device setup requires

iOS

4.0 or Android 4.0 and above.

priority settings in just a few clicks. With

iQoS

, you can enjoy gaming, video streaming, VoIP applications and BT

3-in-1 Router, Access Point and Range Extender

The BR-6478AC can work as router, access point or
range extender. Just configure the mode you need for
your network environment using the smart iQ Setup
wizard.

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BR-6478AC V2

Switch mode using the smart iQ setup wizard

on any device with a web browser, no CD required.

Easy 3-Step Smart iQ Setup

Smart iQ Setup

Features iQ Setup for smart, automatic and
quick installation with no CD required.

Edimax’s Revolutionary iQoS

iQoS is Edimax’s solution for a quicker, easier, and more effective way to manage Internet bandwidth. While
Quality of Service (QoS) functionality is a common feature in routers across the market, typically only advanced
users have the knowledge required to set up the complex parameters. Edimax though has redesigned QoS with
user-friendliness and accessibility in mind. A simple and intuitive user interface allows users to arrange bandwidth

clients at the same time without the usual nightmare of lag and interruptions. An original, efficient and effective
means of managing your Internet bandwidth.

Maximum performance, actual data rates, and coverage will vary depending on network conditions and environmental factors. Product specifications and design are subject to change without notice.

AC1200 Multi-Function Concurrent

Dual-Band Gigabit Wi-Fi Router

Multi-SSID & VLAN Support*

Multi-SSID enables users to configure up to four separate
SSIDs in order to group and manage users according to
your requirements. In addition, each SSID can be assigned
a different VLAN ID, so users with multiple VLANs can
manage the network access level of each SSID – ensuring
security and protecting confidential or critical network
resources.
*Access point mode only

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BR-6478AC V2

Guest Network*

Supports a guest network to provide connectivity while
isolating guests from your primary network.
*Router mode only

WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) Button & Built-In WLAN On/Off Switch

The Edimax BR-6478AC allows users to build secure connections with WPS enabled wireless devices simply by
pressing the WPS button - there is no need for the hassle of complex set up and configuration procedures . And
with the built-in WLAN on/off switch users can also easily switch on/off the wireless connection without
logging into the user interface – an easy way to save electricity when it is not in use.

EW-7822UAC 11ac USB 3.0 Adapter

BR-6478AC 11ac Gigabit Router

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iQoS for smart bandwidth

POWER ADAPTER

DIMENSIONS & WEIGHTS

CERTIFICATIONS

AC1200 Multi-Function Concurrent

Dual-Band Gigabit Wi-Fi Router

FEATURES & TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

FUNCTIONS HARDWARE INTERFACE MANAGEMENT & INSTALLATION

Supports router, access point & range

extender modes

Guest network
Up to 4 SSIDs with VLAN support in AP

mode

IGMP proxy and IGMP snooping
DDNS and DHCP
Port triggering for special applications
Virtual server and DMZ hosting
MAC/IP filter and URL blocking

management

Static routing
UPnP architecture
VPN pass-through (IPSec/PPTP)
Wi-Fi schedule control

WAN OUTPUT POWER & SENSITIVITY

Supports WISP connection mode
Supports RJ-45 cable/xDSL modems
WAN protocol: PPPoE, static IP,

dynamic IP, PPTP and L2TP

1 x RJ-45 gigabit WAN port
4 x RJ-45 gigabit LAN port
LED indicators: power, Internet,

wireless, WAN LNK/ACT, LAN LNK/ACT

2 x 3dBi dual-band antennas
WPS/Reset button
Wireless on/off switch

GAIN (5GHz)

Output Power

11a(54Mbps): 12±1.5dBm
11n(20MHz, MCS7): 12±1.5dBm
11n(40MHz, MCS7): 12±1.5dBm
11n(80MHz, MCS9): 10±1.5dBm

Receive Sensitivity

11a(54Mbps): -70±2dBm
11n(20MHz, MCS7): -68±2dBm
11n(40MHz, MCS7): -64±2dBm
11n(80MHz, MCS9): -54±2dBm

Multi-language user interface
Supports remote management
System status and security log
Firmware upgradable
Smart iQ Setup, no CD required

Supports smartphone, tablet or
laptop setup (iOS 4 or Android 4 and
above are required for smartphone or
tablet setup).

OUTPUT POWER & SENSITIVITY
GAIN (2.4GHz)

Output Power

11b (11Mbps): 16±1.5dBm

11g (54Mbps): 14±1.5dBm

11n (20MHz, MCS7): 13±1.5dBm

11n (40MHz, MCS7): 13±1.5dBm
Receive Sensitivity

11b(11Mbps): -84±2dBm

11g (54Mbps): -70±2dBm

11n(20MHz, MCS7): -65±2dBm

11n(40MHz, MCS7): -63±2dBm

BR-6478AC V2

SECURITY MEMORY HUMIDITY & TEMPERATURE

64/128-bit WEP, WPA and WPA2

security

QoS for critical operations
SPI anti-DoS firewall

DC 5V, 2A 196mm x 114mm x 36mm

4MB NOR Flash
64MB RAM

g (TBD)

10-90% (non-condensing)

0-40oC

FCC/CE

HARDWARE INTERFACE

Maximum performance, actual data rates, and coverage will vary depending on network conditions and environmental factors. Product specifications and design are subject to change without notice.

APPLICATION DIAGRAM

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AC1200 Multi-Function Concurrent

Dual-Band Gigabit Wi-Fi Router

BR-6478AC V2

Maximum performance, actual data rates, and coverage will vary depending on network conditions and environmental factors. Product specifications and design are subject to change without notice.