Fast Ethernet Dual Band Mesh System | 3-pack | Cudy

Fast Ethernet Dual Band Mesh System | 3-pack | Cudy

The Fast Ethernet Dual Band Mesh System is an entry-level, whole-home mesh networking solution designed to eliminate dead zones and provide a stable wireless blanket across medium to large properties.

Instruction manual for the Fast Ethernet Dual Band Mesh System [click here]

How to choose the right WiFi mesh system?

When selecting a WiFi mesh system to expand your WiFi network, there are a few key factors to look at. Here is a guide to selecting the right system.

• Match the mesh generation to your internet speed: do not overpay for the newest mesh system if your internet package cannot exploit it, but do not buy a legacy mesh system that bottlenecks a fast line.
  • WiFi 5 (AC1200 / AC1900): ideal for budget setups and internet packages under 100 Mbps. Crucial check: ensure the physical ports are “Gigabit” if your plan is right at 100 Mbps; entry-level WiFi 5 kits (like the Tenda MW3) use 10/100 Fast Ethernet ports, which max out around 95 Mbps.
  • WiFi 6 (AX1800 to AX5400): the current mainstream sweet spot. Perfect for plans ranging from 100 Mbps to 1 Gbps. It handles dense smart home device environments far better than WiFi 5 by processing multiple client streams simultaneously.
  • WiFi 6E and WiFi 7: essential if you pay for 1 Gbps to 2+ Gbps lines and own modern, compatible client devices (like newer laptops or flagship smartphones). These open up the pristine, uncongested 6 GHz wireless highway.
• Dual-band vs tri-band: mesh units must talk to your devices as well as talk to each other simultaneously. How they handle this communication determines your performance.
  • Dual-band systems use the same 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands to connect to your devices and transmit data back to the primary router. Because the radio has to share its time, your Wi-Fi speed is roughly halved at each secondary node. Fine for basic browsing, but poor for heavy streaming or gaming from a satellite node.
  • Tri-band systems feature a dedicated third wireless lane used exclusively for node-to-node communication. Your satellite nodes preserve nearly 100% of your internet line speed, making this highly recommended for fast packages or dense homes.
• Factor in structural barriers: manufacturer packaging usually rates coverage in square meters (e.g., “covers up to 300 m²”). Always assume real-world coverage is 30% lower than the box claims.
  • Box ratings are calculated in open spaces or inside thin drywall structures typical of US homes.
  • Solid brick internal walls, concrete floor slabs, and reinforced fire doors heavily degrade radio frequency signals. If you have a multi-story home built with brick and mortar, opt for a 3-pack instead of a 2-pack, or ensure the system supports Wired Ethernet Backhaul so you can link the nodes via structured cables.
• Port counts and smart home ecosystems: look past the wireless specs and check the physical base of the nodes:
  • Ethernet ports: some compact nodes offer only one or two LAN ports. If you plan to place a node near an entertainment center or home office and want to hardwire a gaming console, PC, or media hub, you’ll want more ports—or you’ll need to buy a separate cheap unmanaged network switch.
  • IoT capacity: if your home is loaded with smart devices, prioritize systems that advertise high device thresholds (e.g., 100+ clients) and feature robust built-in Beamforming and MU-MIMO technologies.

Product features

• Whole-home mesh and seamless roaming: the 3-pack configuration creates a single, unified WiFi network. As you move from room to room, your devices automatically switch to the node with the strongest signal in milliseconds, preventing buffering or disconnections.
• Dual-band WiFi 5 technology: operates on both the 2.4GHz and 5GHz bands simultaneously to reduce congestion.
• Built-in advanced VPN options: unusually robust for a budget-friendly router, it features built-in support for multiple VPN Server and client protocols.
• Smart home optimized: features MU-MIMO and Beamforming technologies, allowing the system to talk to multiple devices simultaneously and focus the signal directly toward connected clients, improving stability for smart home modules and mobile devices.
• Easy management: fully manageable locally or via cloud control through the Cudy Mobile App, which includes parental controls (web filtering, profiling, scheduling) and simple network monitoring.

Specifications

• Hardware specifications:
  • Processor: 880 MHz Dual-Core Processor
  • Flash memory: 16 MB (128 Mbit) NOR Flash
  • RAM (DDR): 128 MB (1 Gbit) DDR3
  • Interfaces: 2× 10/100/1000 Mbps Gigabit RJ45 Ports per unit
  • Antennas: 4× Internal Omni-Directional Antennas (2 spatial streams for 2.4 GHz, 2 spatial streams for 5 GHz)
  • Buttons: WPS Button, Reset Button
  • Power supply: DC jack (input: 100–240V ~ 50/60Hz; Output: 12V⎓1A)
• Wireless performance:
  • WiFi standards:
    • IEEE 802.11ac/n/a (5 GHz)
    • IEEE 802.11n/b/g (2.4 GHz)
  • WiFi speeds (AC1200 Dual-Band):
    • 5GHz: up to 867 Mbps
    • 2.4GHz: up to 300 Mbps
  • Wireless features:
    • MU-MIMO, Beamforming
    • Fast Roaming (IEEE 802.11k/v/r seamless roaming)
    • Cudy Mesh
    • Multi-Band Simultaneous Backhaul
  • Wireless Security:
    • WPA-PSK
    • WPA2-PSK
    • WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK
• Physical and environmental:
  • Dimensions: Φ110 x 54.5mm
  • Weight: approx. 291g to 298g per unit
  • Operating temperature: 0°C~40°C
  • Operating Humidity: 10%~90% non-condensing

What is in the box?

• 2 x M1300 units
• 2 x Power adapter
• 1 x Ethernet cable
• 1 x Instruction manual