Synology RT2600ac Full Description
The Synology RT2600ac is a high-performance dual-band Wi-Fi 5 router delivering combined wireless speeds of up to 2.6 Gbps. Built on Synology Router Manager (SRM), it merges enterprise-grade network segmentation, content filtering, and advanced traffic control into a user-friendly interface—ideal for power users, home offices, and small to medium enterprises.
Hardware Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| CPU | Dual-core 1.7 GHz processor |
| Memory | 512 MB DDR3 |
| Antennas | 4 × 4 MIMO omni-directional high-gain dipoles (2.4 GHz/5 GHz) |
| Wireless | IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, simultaneous dual-band (800 Mbps @2.4 GHz; 1.73 Gbps @5 GHz), MU-MIMO, beamforming |
| LAN Ports | Gigabit × 4 (configurable dual-WAN on two ports) |
| WAN Port | Gigabit × 1 (or dual-WAN when paired with LAN port) |
| USB & SD | USB 3.0 × 1, USB 2.0 × 1, SD card reader (SDXC/SDHC) |
| Buttons | WPS, USB/SD eject, Power, Reset, Wi-Fi on/off |
| Dimensions (HxWxD) | 77 × 280 × 169 mm (without antennas) |
| Power Consumption | 7.94 W (idle) / 10.8 W (access) |
| Operating Conditions | 5 °C to 40 °C; 5% to 95% RH |
| Certifications & Warranty | FCC/CE/BSMI; 2-year warranty |
Wireless Performance
- Simultaneous dual-band operation delivers up to 800 Mbps on 2.4 GHz and 1.73 Gbps on 5 GHz
- MU-MIMO support for multiple high-throughput devices
- Beamforming focuses signals to client devices for improved range and stability
- Schedulable Wi-Fi to automatically turn wireless radios on or off
Software & Network Features
- Powered by Synology Router Manager (SRM): an intuitive, DSM-inspired OS with regular feature updates and security patches
- Create up to five distinct LANs and broadcast 15 SSIDs for granular device grouping and traffic policies
- Network segmentation and one-way firewall rules isolate vulnerable devices (e.g., IoT, surveillance) from core systems
- VLAN tagging across router, AP, and mesh modes for seamless integration into existing network infrastructures
- Hardware-accelerated Layer 7 traffic control for application-aware bandwidth management (e.g., throttling P2P, gaming, video)
- WAN aggregation and automatic WAN failover to maximize uptime and bandwidth resilience
VPN & Advanced Routing
- VPN server and client support for PPTP, OpenVPN, and L2TP/IPSec—plus VPN pass-through for all major protocols
- Policy-based routing, static routes (up to 100 entries), NAT, and PPPoE relay for sophisticated network topologies
- Up to 64 port-forwarding or UPnP rules, DMZ hosting, and IPv6 dual-stack management
Ideal Use Cases
- Segmented home networks: separate IoT, guest, and productivity devices to enhance security and performance
- Small office connectivity: reliable VPN access, bandwidth control, and centralized management for multiple sites
- Media-centric environments: prioritize streaming and gaming traffic while isolating bandwidth-hungry backups
- Surveillance and lab setups: ensure dedicated bandwidth and firewall rules for IP cameras and test servers
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