Edimax RG21S Service Manual

AC2600 Home Roaming Wi-Fi Router

RG21S

AC2600

Max. speed up to 800Mbps
(2.4GHz) & 1733Mbps (5GHz)

MU-MIMO

Simultaneous data to
multiple devices

Smart Roaming

Always connected Wi-Fi with
add-on Edimax extender

VPN

Remote network access
with security & privacy

Easy Setup

Use a smart phone/tablet,
no CD required

AC2600 Home Roaming Wi-Fi Router

Introduction

For anyone who’s experienced video streaming interruptions or online gaming lag, the Edimax Gemini RG21S is

designed to ensure games and movies run smooth and fast. With the latest MU-MIMO technology and a host

of other features the RG21S offers enormous improvements in Wi-Fi speed, quality and reliability. Featuring

AC2600 high speed Wi-Fi and MU-MIMO technology for simultaneous connections to multiple devices, as well
as smart-roaming support – the Gemini RG21S brings better performance, lower latency and super dependable
high-speed Wi-Fi for your movies and games.

It’s an ultra-fast 802.11ac Wi-Fi router with dual-band data rates of 1733Mbps at 5GHz and 800Mbps at 2.4GHz
perfect for smooth 4K streaming and lightning fast file transfers. MU-MIMO (Multiple User - Multiple Input
Multiple Output) technology serves multiple devices simultaneously and is ideal for busy networks, providing
better efficiency and less buffering. And with Edimax add-on roaming devices, RE11S range extender, the
RG21S’s smart roaming function automatically detects and switches your device to the best available Wi-Fi
signal – for a seamless Wi-Fi experience as you move around your home.

AC2600 Super High-Speed Wi-Fi

Next generation Wi-Fi router with

802.11a/b/g/n/ac standards and speeds of up to
800Mbps at 2.4GHz and 1733Mbps at 5GHz.
Upgrade your home Wi-Fi to super high-speed

802.11ac and enjoy faster video streaming,
online gaming and data transfers.

AC2600

5GHz

2.4GHz

11ac Super High-Speed Dual-Band Wi-Fi

1733Mbps

800Mbps

Multi-Device Efficiency

MU-MIMO (Multiple User - Multiple Input
Multiple Output) technology serves multiple
devices simultaneously instead of one at a time,
for better performance and efficiency on
networks with multiple devices.

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Traditional SU-MIMO
Single device at a time

MU-MIMO

4-Stream

Multiple devices at the same time

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AC2600 Home Roaming Wi-Fi Router

RG21S

RE11S Roaming Extender

Network SSID = Edimax

Smarter Wi-Fi Roaming

A seamless connection while you move around
your home without hassle of switching SSIDs
(network name). Your extender and router use
the same SSID for seamless roaming* that
automatically switches your Wi-Fi device to the
best signal. (*Use with an Edimax Gemini RE11S
add-on extender for always-connected Wi-Fi.)

RG21S Roaming Router
Network SSID = Edimax

Flexible Concurrent Dual-Band Connectivity

Providing simultaneous 2.4GHz (802.11n) and 5GHz (802.11ac) wireless network connectivity for maximum
flexibility of use and the best of both worlds.

5GHz (Up to 1733Mbps)
Interference-Free
HD Video and Gaming

Online

Gaming

HD Video

Streaming

VoIP Calling

AC2600: 1733Mbps (5GHz) + 800Mbps (2.4GHz)

VPN Remote Network Access for Privacy
& Security

Built-in Virtual Private Network (VPN) support for
easy VPN access on all your devices. VPNs enable you
to access secure, remote networks from anywhere
and can offer privacy and security online. Log in to
your work/school network remotely or avoid
geoblocking, protect privacy on public Wi-Fi and
bypass Internet censorship.

Home Users: Avoid regional restrictions and access
geoblocked content such as Netflix or iPlayer from

anywhere. Ensure your privacy and anonymity online

and defeat censorship and other location-based
content restrictions. You can also remotely access

your home network when you’re away, and use your

encrypted VPN for security when out and about using
potentially unsafe public Wi-Fi hotspots.

Small Office Users: Enable your employees to access
company resources remotely such as email,
documents saved on the company server and any
programs/systems when they are outside the office.

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Concurrent

Dual-Band

Restricted Network

Office/School

Hotspot

Country

Remote Network

Hotel &

Remote Staff

Home

Branch Office

2.4GHz (Up to 800Mbps)
More Supported Devices
Basic Internet Applications

Web Browsing Online Chat Email and

Downloading

Home User

Free From

Restrictions

Internet

Home/Remote Site

VPN Router

Small Office User

Office/HQ

Email, Programs & System

Servers

Internet

Office

VPN Router

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Network
Attached

Storage

(NAS)

Guest Network

Supports a guest network to provide connectivity
while isolating guests from your primary network.
(Wi-Fi router mode only)

Easy 3-Step Smart iQ Setup

AC2600 Home Roaming Wi-Fi Router

RG21S

Main Private &

Secure Wi-Fi

Guest Wi-Fi

Smart iQ Setup

Just plug in the cables Open the browser to

access iQ Setup page*

Enjoy surfing the web

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

*iQ Setup will guide you
through setup

FEATURES

• AC2600 High-Speed Concurrent Dual-Band: Max speed up to 800Mbps (2.4GHz) and 1733Mbps (5GHz) with

802.11ac Wi-Fi standard and backward compatible with 802.11a/b/g/n standards

• Multi-Device (MU-MIMO): Efficient MU-MIMO (Multiple User - Multiple Input Multiple Output) technology

serves multiple devices simultaneously

• Smart Roaming: Always-connected Wi-Fi using an add-on Edimax Gemini RE11S extender for seamless, fast

roaming Wi-Fi

• IPv6 Supported: Ready for the next Internet Protocol version set for global adoption, with more available IP

addresses, easy management and stronger security for better network usability and user experiences

• Multiple SSIDs: Supports up to 10 SSIDs (2.4GHz x 5 & 5GHz x 5) and provides security to protect confidential

or critical network resources (access point mode only)

• Guest Network: Provides secure, private connectivity while isolating guests from your primary network (Wi-Fi

router mode only)

• Smart iQ Setup: Quick, smart and automatic web-based installation using a smartphone, tablet or computer

with no CD required

• Beamforming Technology: Improved Wi-Fi performance with better range, reliability and coverage thanks to

targeted, directional signals

• 2 Modes in 1: Functions as either a Wi-Fi router or access point

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SPECIFICATIONS

RG21S AC2600 Home Roaming Wi-Fi Router

HARDWARE

Interface

• 1 x RJ-45 10/100/1000Mbps WAN port

• 4 x RJ-45 10/100/1000Mbps LAN port

Button

• WPS/Reset buttons

LED Indicator

• Power

Antenna

• 8 x antennas (4 x detachable antennas: 2 x 2.4GHz and 2 x 5GHz & 4 x internal

antennas: 2 x 2.4GHz and 2 x 5GHz )

Memory

• 16MB NOR Flash

• 256MB RAM

Power Adapter

• DC 12V, 1.5A

Dimensions

• 160(W)mm x 115(D)mm x 31(H)mm

Weight

• 170g

WIRELESS

Standards

• 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac

Frequency

• 5GHz and 2.4GHz concurrent dual-band

Maximum Data Speed

• 5GHz: 1733Mbps

• 2.4GHz: 800Mbps

Receive Sensitivity

• 5GHz:

- 11a(6Mbps): ‐89±2dBm

- 11a(54Mbps): ‐72±2dBm

- 11n(20MHz, MCS7): ‐70±2dBm

- 11n(40MHz, MCS7): ‐68±2dBm

- 11ac(80MHz, MCS9): -56±2dBm

• 2.4GHz:

- 11b(1Mbps): ‐93±2dBm

- 11b(11Mbps): ‐82±2dBm

- 11g (6Mbps): ‐90± 2dBm

- 11g (54Mbps): ‐72±2dBm

- 11n(20MHz, MCS7): ‐70±2dBm

- 11n(40MHz, MCS7): ‐68±2dBm

Output Power

• 5GHz:

- 11a(6Mbps): 17±1.5dBm

- 11a(54Mbps): 15±1.5dBm

- 11n(20MHz, MCS7): 15±1.5dBm

- 11n(40MHz, MCS7): 15±1.5dBm

- 11ac(80MHz, MCS9): 14±1.5dBm

• 2.4GHz:

- 11b (1Mbps): 17±1.5dBm

- 11b (11Mbps): 17±1.5dBm

- 11g (6Mbps): 17±1.5dBm

- 11g (54Mbps): 15±1.5dBm

- 11n (20MHz, MCS7): 15±1.5dBm

- 11n (40MHz, MCS7): 15±1.5dBm

Guest Network

• 5GHz guest network × 1

• 2.4GHz guest network × 1

Security

• 64/128-bit WEP, WPA and WPA2 security

• Hardware & software WPS configuration

• QoS for critical operations, SPI anti-DoS firewall

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SPECIFICATIONS

RG21S AC2600 Home Roaming Wi-Fi Router

SOFTWARE FEATURES

Management

• Multi-language user interface

• Remote management, access control

• System status and security log

• Firmware upgradable

• Smart iQ Setup, no CD required

WAN

• Protocol: PPPoE, Static IP, Dynamic IP, PPTP and L2TP

• Supports RJ-45 cable

VPN Pass-Through

• IPSec, PPTP

Port Forwarding

• Virtual Server, IGMP Proxy, UPnP, DMZ

DHCP

• Server, Client, DHCP Client List, Address Reservation

Dynamic DNS

• DynDns, DHS, Zoneedit

Access Control

• IP/Mac Filter

Firewall Security

• DoS, SPI Firewall, IP Address Filter

Protocols

• Supports IPv4 and IPv6

Guest Network

• 5GHz guest network x 1, 2.4GHz guest network x 1

SSID

• Up to 4 SSIDs (2.4GHz x 2 and 5GHz x 2) in Wi-Fi router mode (Each band with 1

main SSID and 1 guest SSID)

• Up to 10 SSIDs (2.4GHz x 5 and 5GHz x 5) in access point mode (Each band with 1

main SSID and 4 multiple SSIDs)

Schedule

• Wi-Fi scheduling

Operation Mode

• Wi-Fi router and access point

OTHERS

Certification

• CE, FCC, RoHS

Environmental Condition

• Operating humidity: 10 - 90% (non-condensing)

• Operating temperature: 32 - 104°F (0 - 40°C)

System Requirement

• Cable or xDSL Internet connection (RJ-45 cable modem or RJ-45 ADSL modem)

• Computer (with Fast Ethernet adapter or wireless adapter) running Windows,

Mac OS or Linux

• Smartphone, tablet or laptop running iOS 4 or Android 4 and above

• Web browser (Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, Firefox, Opera or Safari)

Package Content

• RG21S Wi-Fi router

• Quick installation guide

• CD-ROM (including setup wizard, multi-language quick installation guide and user

manual)

• Power adapter

• Ethernet cable

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HARDWARE INTERFACE

AC2600 Home Roaming Wi-Fi Router

RG21S

2.4GHz

High Gain

Antenna

Power Port
WAN Port (Gigabit)

Connects to Modem

APPLICATION DIAGRAM

MU-MIMO, Multi-Device Connected Simultaneously

Wi-Fi Roaming

5GHz

High Gain Antenna

WPS Button

Reset Button

LAN Ports (Gigabits)
Connects to Computers/Devices

2.4GHz
High Gain
Antenna

Router Coverage

Extender Coverage

MU-MIMO

Multi-Device

Connection

RG21S Roaming Router

SSID = Edimax

RE11S
Roaming Extender

SSID = Edimax

*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.

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