{"product_id":"d-link-dir-be3602","title":"D-Link DIR-BE3602 BE3600 Wi-Fi 7 Mesh Router","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"ace-d-link-dir-be3602-copy\"\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n#ace-d-link-dir-be3602-copy { font-family: inherit; color: inherit; }\n\/* Reuses the current ACE calculator FAQ disclosure treatment. 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The D-Link DIR-BE3602 combines dual-band BE3600 Wi-Fi 7 with multi-gigabit Ethernet, bringing a faster local connection to compatible wireless and wired equipment without making every device depend on a single Gigabit link.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe current B1 hardware provides a 2.5GbE WAN port, a separate 2.5GbE LAN port and three Gigabit LAN ports. Use it as a router, extender or bridge, and add compatible D-Link mesh equipment when another part of the home needs coverage. A suitable Ethernet broadband service and modem or optical network terminal are required separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHighlights\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDual-Band Wi-Fi 7\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBE3600 wireless class with published link rates up to 688 Mbps at 2.4 GHz and 2882 Mbps at 5 GHz.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulti-Link Operation, 4K-QAM and OFDMA support for compatible equipment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFour external antennas with beamforming to help direct the wireless connection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMulti-Gigabit Wired Connections\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne 2.5GbE WAN port and one 2.5GbE LAN port on the current B1 hardware.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThree additional Gigabit LAN ports for computers, TVs and other wired devices.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRouter, extender and bridge operating modes for different network layouts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eControl Your Home Network\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWPA3 support, guest networking and parental controls.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eD-Link Intelligent QoS and IPv4\/IPv6 support.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eD-Link app and web configuration for setup and management.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMove Beyond a Single Gigabit Bottleneck\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConnect a compatible multi-gigabit broadband handoff to the 2.5GbE WAN port, then use the separate 2.5GbE LAN port for a suitable computer, switch or other network device. The remaining three Gigabit LAN ports keep ordinary wired equipment connected. Actual end-to-end speed depends on the service, client interfaces, cabling and network load.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMake Wi-Fi 7 Useful for Everyday Devices\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe router provides 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz wireless bands, with published link rates up to 688 Mbps and 2882 Mbps respectively. Wi-Fi 7 features include Multi-Link Operation and 4096-QAM for compatible clients. Older supported Wi-Fi devices can still connect, while the features available to each device depend on its own radio and software. The BE3600 class is not a promise of a 3.6 Gbps internet connection or a single-client transfer rate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eExtend Coverage as Your Layout Changes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFour external antennas and beamforming support the local wireless connection. D-Link Wi-Fi Mesh lets compatible mesh points work together across the home, making it practical to add coverage for another room or floor. The manufacturer specifically describes expansion with additional DIR-BE3602 points. Plan placement around walls, interference and backhaul quality; mesh compatibility and roaming also depend on the participating equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKeep Shared Access Easier to Manage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGuest networking lets visitors use a separate guest connection, while parental controls help manage access for the household. WPA3-capable security modes, a stateful firewall, IP\/MAC filtering and anti-spoofing checks add useful network controls. Select a wireless security mode supported by your devices; the manufacturer notes that WPS is not supported in the listed WPA3 modes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eChoose a Mode That Fits the Existing Network\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse router mode for the network gateway, or a supported extender or bridge mode when another device already provides routing. The WAN settings support Dynamic IP, Static IP and PPPoE, with VLAN tagging and priority options for services that require them. Match those settings to the broadband provider rather than assuming that every service uses the same configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSet Up and Maintain the Connection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA web interface and the D-Link app provide setup and management. Intelligent QoS helps organise network traffic, while Target Wake Time supports power-saving behaviour with compatible clients. The router has a quad-core 1.1 GHz processor, 512 MB DDR3 memory and 128 MB NAND flash. Use firmware intended for the actual hardware version and review security settings when adding the router to an existing network.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSummary\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe DIR-BE3602 is a practical dual-band Wi-Fi 7 router for a connected home that also needs useful wired capacity. Its current B1 hardware pairs 2.5GbE WAN and LAN with Gigabit ports, mesh expansion and household access controls. Match the broadband service, client capabilities and mesh layout to the installation to make the most of the available connection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"ace-article-faq\" aria-label=\"Frequently asked questions\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"ace-form-disclosure\" open\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3 class=\"ace-form-title\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-title-text\"\u003eDoes BE3600 Mean a 3.6 Gbps Internet Connection?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-toggle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-expand\"\u003eExpand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-collapse\"\u003eCollapse\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-chevron\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"ace-form-body\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. BE3600 is the combined wireless class. The published band link rates are up to 688 Mbps at 2.4 GHz and 2882 Mbps at 5 GHz. Internet throughput also depends on the subscription, WAN connection, client device and local conditions. These two band rates do not mean one ordinary client receives their sum.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"ace-form-disclosure\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3 class=\"ace-form-title\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-title-text\"\u003eHow Many 2.5GbE Ports Does It Have?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-toggle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-expand\"\u003eExpand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-collapse\"\u003eCollapse\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-chevron\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"ace-form-body\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe current B1 hardware has one 2.5GbE WAN port and one separate 2.5GbE LAN port, plus three Gigabit LAN ports. Older hardware information may list a different LAN arrangement. The specifications here follow the current B1 manufacturer datasheet.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"ace-form-disclosure\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3 class=\"ace-form-title\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-title-text\"\u003eCan I Add Another Router for Mesh Coverage?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-toggle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-expand\"\u003eExpand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-collapse\"\u003eCollapse\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-chevron\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"ace-form-body\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, supported D-Link Wi-Fi Mesh equipment can extend the network, and the manufacturer specifically describes adding DIR-BE3602 points. Confirm compatibility before combining models or hardware versions. Extra mesh units are sold separately; this sourced offer is a single router.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"ace-form-disclosure\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3 class=\"ace-form-title\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-title-text\"\u003eWill My Existing Wi-Fi Devices Work?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-toggle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-expand\"\u003eExpand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-collapse\"\u003eCollapse\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-chevron\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"ace-form-body\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eDevices using supported earlier Wi-Fi standards can connect. Wi-Fi 7 features such as Multi-Link Operation require compatible clients and software. This model uses 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz; it does not add a 6 GHz radio simply because it supports Wi-Fi 7.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"ace-form-disclosure\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3 class=\"ace-form-title\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-title-text\"\u003eDoes It Include a Mobile SIM Modem?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-toggle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-expand\"\u003eExpand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-collapse\"\u003eCollapse\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-chevron\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"ace-form-body\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo mobile SIM modem is specified. This is an Ethernet broadband router, using a suitable modem, optical network terminal or other Ethernet internet handoff. It supports common WAN connection types including Dynamic IP, Static IP and PPPoE.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"ace-form-disclosure\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3 class=\"ace-form-title\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-title-text\"\u003eDoes VPN Pass-Through Mean It Hosts Every VPN Service?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-toggle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-expand\"\u003eExpand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-collapse\"\u003eCollapse\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-chevron\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"ace-form-body\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. The current B1 specification lists L2TP, PPTP and IPSec VPN pass-through. Pass-through allows suitable VPN traffic across the router and is different from proving a VPN server or client feature. Check the exact firmware and intended VPN service before planning a deployment around additional VPN functions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"D-Link","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44842436034619,"sku":"DIR-BE3602","price":118.6,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0557\/4541\/3179\/files\/d-link-dir-be3602-official-03.png?v=1793620166","url":"https:\/\/aceperipherals.com\/products\/d-link-dir-be3602","provider":"ACE Peripherals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}