Xiaomi Wi-Fi Range Extender AX1500 FAQ
1. Q: What are the differences between the Xiaomi Wi-Fi Range Extender AX1500 and the Mi WiFi Range Extender AC1200?
A: For your reference, the differences are listed below:
1. The Xiaomi Wi-Fi Range Extender AX1500 has higher speed and better performance, including Xiaomi Mesh and EasyMesh support;
2. The Xiaomi Wi-Fi Range Extender AX1500 meets your needs for performance and the latest technology, while the Mi WiFi Range Extender AC1200 focuses on meeting the needs of cost-effective, medium-volume network usage;
3. Both devices support dual-band Wi-Fi with 2.4GHz and 5GHz. The Xiaomi Wi-Fi Range Extender AX1500 offers up to 1200Mbps on 5GHz (2×2 MIMO, 80MHz). The Mi WiFi Range Extender AC1200 offers up to 867Mbps on 5GHz (2×2 MIMO, 80MHz);
4. The Xiaomi Wi-Fi Range Extender AX1500 features antennas with a length of 117mm. The Mi WiFi Range Extender AC1200 features antennas with a length of 91mm;
5. The Xiaomi Wi-Fi Range Extender AX1500 includes a gigabit Ethernet port (1000Mbps). The Mi WiFi Range Extender AC1200 has a fast Ethernet port (100Mbps);
6. Both devices support AP mode. The Xiaomi Wi-Fi Range Extender AX1500 supports both Xiaomi's self-developed Mesh technology and EasyMesh. The Mi WiFi Range Extender AC1200 does not support a Mesh network;
7. Both of the Xiaomi Wi-Fi Range Extender AX1500 and the Mi WiFi Range Extender AC1200 can be managed through the Mi Home/Xiaomi Home APP.
2. Q: Can the Xiaomi Wi-Fi Range Extender AX1500 work with other brands’ routers?
A: Yes, the Xiaomi Wi-Fi Range Extender AX1500 can work with other brands’ routers.
3. Q: How to use the Xiaomi Wi-Fi Range Extender AX1500 to create a Mesh network with a router?
A: For the Xiaomi router equipped with Xiaomi Mesh technology:
1. Plug the Xiaomi Wi-Fi Range Extender AX1500 into a power outlet;
2. The main Xiaomi router will automatically detect the extender, and its indicator will turn blue;
3. Press the Mesh button on the main Xiaomi router. The router and extender will automatically form a Mesh network.
For other brand router with EasyMesh support:
1. Plug the Xiaomi Wi-Fi Range Extender AX1500 into a power outlet;
2. Press the Mesh button on both the Xiaomi Wi-Fi Range Extender AX1500 and your router;
3. They will automatically form a Mesh network.
Note:
The setup process can vary depending on the brand of your router or extender.
4. Q: What are the appearance design differences between the Xiaomi Wi-Fi Range Extender AX1500 and the Mi WiFi Range Extender AC1200?
A: The differences are listed below:
1. The Xiaomi Wi-Fi Range Extender AX1500 is available in white. The Mi WiFi Range Extender AC1200 is available in black;
2. The Xiaomi Wi-Fi Range Extender AX1500 has antennas that are 117mm long, providing potentially wider signal coverage. The Mi WiFi Range Extender AC1200 has antennas that are 91mm long.