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Series

ZenWiFi1Maker product pageasus.com/us/networking-iot-servers/whole-home-mesh-systems/asus-zenwifi/asus-zenwifi-bt10Read 15 October 2026ZenWiFi is ASUS's whole-home mesh line. The BT10 is the tri-band sibling of the quad-band ZenWiFi BQ16 Pro.

Velop1Maker product pagelinksys.com/pages/cutting-edge-wifi-7Read 15 October 2026Velop is the maker's mesh line. Velop Pro 7 sits next to Velop Micro 7, Velop Pro 6E and Velop Micro 6 in the Mesh WiFi menu.

Model numbersiMaker identifiers for this exact model and its listed variants. Excludes sibling models and other generations.

BT10, BT10(W-1-PK), BT10(W-2-PK), BT10(W-3-PK)2Maker product pageasus.com/us/networking-iot-servers/whole-home-mesh-systems/asus-zenwifi/asus-zenwifi-bt10/techspecRead 15 October 2026Model Name row: BT10(W-3-PK), BT10(W-2-PK) and BT10(W-1-PK). The quick start guide says Model: BT10.

MBE7001, MBE7002, MBE70032Maker product pagesupport.linksys.com/kb/article/335-enRead 15 October 2026FAQ for the Linksys MBE7000 Velop Pro 7 BE11000. The support page names the packs MBE7001 (one-pack), MBE7002 (two-pack) and MBE7003 (three-pack). The MBE7000PW-HK is for PCCW subscribers in Hong Kong and is not stored. Regional codes such as MBE7003-KE are not stored.

GTIN / EAN

197105429833, 1971054299569Retailer pageglobal.channelonline.com/andrew/enduser/Products/overview/M025578487Read 15 October 2026Part BT10(W-1-PK), UPC 0197105429833. Stored without the leading zero.10Retailer pageglobal.channelonline.com/acme/classic/Products/overview/M025578488Read 15 October 2026Part BT10(W-2-PK), UPC 0197105429956. A second listing of a 2PK part shows 0197105429895, which is left out because its part number differs.

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AnnouncediThe maker's first announcement of this model. This is separate from first retail availability.

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26 October 20234Press releaselinksys.com/blogs/press/linksys%C2%AE-introduces-its-first-wifi-7-mesh-system-with-lightning-fast-10-minute-setupRead 15 October 2026Press release of October 26th, 2023: Linksys today announces its first WiFi 7 mesh system, Velop Pro 7.

Status

Available1Maker product pageasus.com/us/networking-iot-servers/whole-home-mesh-systems/asus-zenwifi/asus-zenwifi-bt10Read 15 October 2026The US page and the ASUS eShop sell the 1, 2 and 3 packs.4Retailer pageeshop.asus.com/us/90ig08y0-ma1c6v-asus-zenwifi-bt10.htmlRead 15 October 2026ASUS eShop USA lists BT10(W-1-PK), part number 90IG08Y0-MA1C6V, at 359.99 dollars. Part numbers 90IG08Y0-MA1C4V and 90IG08Y0-MA1C2V are the 2 and 3 packs.

Available3Maker product pagesupport.linksys.com/kb/article/521-enRead 15 October 2026The MBE7000 support page is live. Latest firmware 1.0.14.216607 is dated 6/26/2025. Some US retailer pages, such as Best Buy, may no longer list new units. This could not be confirmed.

PredecessoriThe model this one directly replaced, in the same line, tier and size, as the maker or a trusted review names it.

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SuccessoriThe model that directly replaced this one, in the same line, tier and size. A revision such as a Slim or OLED model does not count when a next generation exists.

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Launch price (US)iThe maker's US launch MSRP for the stated configuration, excluding tax. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

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$399.994Press releaselinksys.com/blogs/press/linksys%C2%AE-introduces-its-first-wifi-7-mesh-system-with-lightning-fast-10-minute-setupRead 15 October 2026$399.99 for the 1-node pack, $749.99 for the 2-node pack and $999.99 for the 3-node pack. The base value is the 1-node pack. US dollars, excluding tax.

Launch price (EU)iThe maker's euro launch price for the stated configuration, including VAT as published. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

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MarketsiISO country or region codes where this exact model or variant is sold. A source page's language does not establish availability.

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US4Press releaselinksys.com/blogs/press/linksys%C2%AE-introduces-its-first-wifi-7-mesh-system-with-lightning-fast-10-minute-setupRead 15 October 2026US launch prices.

ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

White11Retailer pagescan.co.uk/products/asus-zenwifi-bt10-dual-pack-white-aimesh-8x-antennas-per-unit-mu-mimo-tri-band-10gbe-80211beRead 15 October 2026Listing title names the dual pack in white. The model codes BT10(W-...) and the ASUS eShop product image also show a white unit. Scan's spec table labels the size 159 x 72 x 186 mm as WxHxD, which would put 72 mm as the height. Photos and the other retailers show the unit standing 186 mm tall, so that label is not used.

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Form factoriMesh system is a product line sold in packs of mesh units, e.g. eero, Deco and Orbi. A standalone router that can join a mesh as an option is a router. A travel router is a pocket-size router sold for travel.

Mesh system1Maker product pageasus.com/us/networking-iot-servers/whole-home-mesh-systems/asus-zenwifi/asus-zenwifi-bt10Read 15 October 2026Sold as BT10(W-1-PK), BT10(W-2-PK) and BT10(W-3-PK). Tom's Hardware says the router and satellite are identical hardware.

Mesh system1Maker product pagelinksys.com/pages/cutting-edge-wifi-7Read 15 October 2026Sold as a mesh system. Velop Pro 7 is listed under Mesh WiFi in the maker's menu on 2026-10-15.

SegmentiThe maker's own product category, e.g. ASUS ROG is Gaming and ASUS ExpertWiFi is Business. It is not assigned from price or features.

Home1Maker product pageasus.com/us/networking-iot-servers/whole-home-mesh-systems/asus-zenwifi/asus-zenwifi-bt10Read 15 October 2026Listed under Whole Home Mesh WiFi System, ZenWiFi Systems, and described as a smart home mesh system.

Home1Maker product pagelinksys.com/pages/cutting-edge-wifi-7Read 15 October 2026Listed in the maker's home Mesh WiFi range. The maker's business products are listed separately.

Wi-Fi

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Wi-FiiThe newest Wi-Fi generation the product supports.

Wi-Fi 72Maker product pageasus.com/us/networking-iot-servers/whole-home-mesh-systems/asus-zenwifi/asus-zenwifi-bt10/techspecRead 15 October 2026

Wi-Fi 71Maker product pagelinksys.com/pages/cutting-edge-wifi-7Read 15 October 2026WiFi 7 True Tri-band Router. The page prints no per-band rates or channel widths.

Wi-Fi speed classiThe maker's class name, e.g. BE19000 or AXE11000. It adds up the top link rates of all radios. No single device reaches it. A Wi-Fi 6E class starts with AXE, also when the maker writes AX, so eero's AX5400 is AXE5400. The class is not the model number, so GL.iNet's GL-AXT1800 is AX1800.

BE180002Maker product pageasus.com/us/networking-iot-servers/whole-home-mesh-systems/asus-zenwifi/asus-zenwifi-bt10/techspecRead 15 October 2026Product Segment row: BE18000, 688+5764+11529 Mbps.

BE110002Maker product pagesupport.linksys.com/kb/article/335-enRead 15 October 2026Tri-band Wi-Fi 7 BE11000.6Press articletechadvisor.com/article/2116853/linksys-velop-pro-7-mbe7000.htmlRead 15 October 2026Called a BE11000 system, with the be referring to 802.11be.

Wi-Fi radiosiOne row per radio in one unit. A quad-band unit with two 5 GHz radios has two 5 GHz rows.

AASUS ZenWiFi BT10

Band	Wi-Fi	Streams	Max channel width (MHz)	Max link rate (Mbps)	Dedicated backhaul
2.4 GHz	Wi-Fi 7	2	40	688	No
5 GHz	Wi-Fi 7	4	160	5,764	No
6 GHz	Wi-Fi 7	4	320	11,529	No

Source1Maker product pageasus.com/us/networking-iot-servers/whole-home-mesh-systems/asus-zenwifi/asus-zenwifi-bt10Read 15 October 2026Smart AiMesh backhaul uses Multi-Link Operation, aggregating or switching across multiple bands, so no radio is only a backhaul. TechRadar says the 6 GHz channel can optionally be reserved for backhaul, with Auto giving better results, so dedicated_backhaul is stored as false.2Maker product pageasus.com/us/networking-iot-servers/whole-home-mesh-systems/asus-zenwifi/asus-zenwifi-bt10/techspecRead 15 October 2026WiFi Data Rate: 6 GHz up to 11529 Mbps, 5 GHz up to 5764 Mbps and 2.4 GHz up to 688 Mbps, all WiFi 7. Transmit / Receive: 6 GHz 4x4, 5 GHz 4x4 and 2.4 GHz 2x2. Boosts Speed lists 20/40/80/160/320 MHz in total. Widths per band are 40 MHz at 2.4 GHz, 160 MHz at 5 GHz and 320 MHz at 6 GHz. Dong Knows Tech prints the same widths per band (see its entry), and they give the printed rates with those streams.6Reviewdongknows.com/asus-zenwifi-bt10-reviewRead 15 October 2026Hardware table: 2.4 GHz 2x2 up to 688 Mbps (20/40 MHz), 5 GHz 4x4 up to 5762 Mbps (20/40/80/160 MHz) and 6 GHz 4x4 up to 11,525 Mbps (20/40/80/160/320 MHz). ASUS prints 5764 and 11529, which are stored. These are the widths per band.

BLinksys Velop Pro 7

Band	Wi-Fi	Streams	Max channel width (MHz)	Max link rate (Mbps)	Dedicated backhaul
2.4 GHz	Wi-Fi 6	2	40	591	No
5 GHz	Wi-Fi 7	2	240	4,324	No
6 GHz	Wi-Fi 7	2	320	5,765	No

Source5Measurementtomsguide.com/computing/routers/linksys-velop-pro-7-reviewRead 15 October 2026The system lacks a dedicated 5 GHz wireless backhaul channel. It can use 240 MHz channels between nodes and host. The review says 4x4 on every band, which does not fit the 2x2 radios and rates in the Tech Advisor and TechRadar articles, so the 2 streams per band are stored.6Press articletechadvisor.com/article/2116853/linksys-velop-pro-7-mbe7000.htmlRead 15 October 2026News of 2023-10-26 after a Linksys briefing: up to 591 Mbps over 2.4 GHz, 4324 Mbps on 5 GHz and 5765 Mbps on 6 GHz, which add up to 10680 Mbps. Each band is 2x2 on the Qualcomm Networking Pro 620 platform, six streams in total. The rates fit 2 streams at 240 MHz on 5 GHz and 2 streams at 320 MHz on 6 GHz. 40 MHz is the widest 2.4 GHz channel. The 24wireless article gives about 600 Mbps for 2.4 GHz, so the figure is approximate there.7Press article24wireless.info/linksys-velop-pro-7Read 15 October 2026Japanese news article: 6 GHz up to 5,765 Mbps (2 streams, 320 MHz), 5 GHz up to 4,324 Mbps (2 streams, 240 MHz) and 2.4 GHz on IEEE 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6) up to 600 Mbps. The Wi-Fi 6 radio standard of the 2.4 GHz radio comes only from this article and the 591 Mbps rate does not fit a 2-stream 802.11be 40 MHz radio. Linksys prints no per-radio standard.8Maker spec sheet (PDF)qualcomm.com/content/dam/qcomm-martech/dm-assets/documents/Networking-Pro-620-product-brief_87-PW328-1.pdfRead 15 October 2026Qualcomm Networking Pro 620 product brief: tri-band Wi-Fi 7 platform with 6 spatial streams, 10 Gbps peak PHY rate and channel support of 320, 240, 160, 80, 40 and 20 MHz. Six streams across three bands fit 2 streams per band. This is the chip maker's brief, not Linksys.

Radio bandsiRadios that work at the same time in one unit. Tri-band is 3 and quad-band is 4, also when two radios use the same frequency band.

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6 GHz band

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Combined Wi-Fi link rateiSum of the top link rates of all radios in one unit. It is close to the number in the speed class. No single device reaches it.

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Wi-Fi streamsiSpatial streams of all radios in one unit, e.g. 12 for a tri-band router with 4x4 on each band.

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Max Wi-Fi channel widthiWidest channel of any radio, e.g. 320 on the 6 GHz band.

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Wi-Fi featuresiFeatures the maker names for the product. Band steering puts all bands under one network name and moves devices between them, e.g. Smart Connect. Band steering over only some of the bands, such as 2.4 and 5 GHz on a tri-band router, counts. AFC is Automated Frequency Coordination, which allows standard power on 6 GHz. Support that needs a later firmware counts, and the firmware goes in the source note.

Multi-Link Operation (MLO), 4K-QAM, OFDMA, MU-MIMO, Band steering1Maker product pageasus.com/us/networking-iot-servers/whole-home-mesh-systems/asus-zenwifi/asus-zenwifi-bt10Read 15 October 2026Comprehensive MLO Support: Multi-Link Operation combines and switches between the 2.4, 5 and 6 GHz bands. The page also names 4K-QAM and 320 MHz channels. Band steering comes from Tom's Hardware, see that source.2Maker product pageasus.com/us/networking-iot-servers/whole-home-mesh-systems/asus-zenwifi/asus-zenwifi-bt10/techspecRead 15 October 2026Boosts Speed: OFDMA, 4096-QAM and 20/40/80/160/320 MHz bandwidth. Wireless row: MU-MIMO. Multi-RU, preamble puncturing, TWT and AFC are not listed. Dong Knows Tech shows AFC as TBD.7Reviewtomshardware.com/networking/routers/asus-zenwifi-bt10-wi-fi-7-mesh-router-reviewRead 15 October 2026The review unit came preconfigured with the 2.4, 5 and 6 GHz bands under a single SSID (Smart Connect). Stored as band_steering. Tom's Hardware measured 2,667 Mbps on 6 GHz and 1,293 Mbps on 5 GHz at six feet with iPerf3, which is a different method and is not stored.

Multi-Link Operation (MLO), 4K-QAM, Preamble puncturing, OFDMA, MU-MIMO1Maker product pagelinksys.com/pages/cutting-edge-wifi-7Read 15 October 2026Multi-Link Operation (MLO) and the ultrawide 320 MHz band and 4K QAM are named. The support FAQ calls MLO a beta feature.2Maker product pagesupport.linksys.com/kb/article/335-enRead 15 October 2026Features list OFDMA. MLO is currently in beta.5Measurementtomsguide.com/computing/routers/linksys-velop-pro-7-reviewRead 15 October 2026Review names 4K QAM, preamble puncturing and 320 MHz channels.10Retailer pageldlc.com/en/product/PB00608117.htmlRead 15 October 2026Key features: tri-band Wi-Fi 7 MU-MIMO router and OFDMA. The MU-MIMO claim comes only from this retailer copy.

External antennasiAntennas outside the case, as the maker counts them.

02Maker product pageasus.com/us/networking-iot-servers/whole-home-mesh-systems/asus-zenwifi/asus-zenwifi-bt10/techspecRead 15 October 2026Antenna row: Internal antennas x 8, so no external antennas.

05Measurementtomsguide.com/computing/routers/linksys-velop-pro-7-reviewRead 15 October 2026Its six antennas are inside. A retailer data sheet says 4 internal antennas, so no internal count is stored.

Internal antennasiAntennas inside the case, as the maker counts them.

81Maker product pageasus.com/us/networking-iot-servers/whole-home-mesh-systems/asus-zenwifi/asus-zenwifi-bt10Read 15 October 2026Eight internal antennas and ten high-power front-end modules.2Maker product pageasus.com/us/networking-iot-servers/whole-home-mesh-systems/asus-zenwifi/asus-zenwifi-bt10/techspecRead 15 October 2026Internal antennas x 8.

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Detachable antennasiThe external antennas screw off and can be replaced. Fixed antennas that only fold or turn do not count.

No2Maker product pageasus.com/us/networking-iot-servers/whole-home-mesh-systems/asus-zenwifi/asus-zenwifi-bt10/techspecRead 15 October 2026The antennas are internal.

No5Measurementtomsguide.com/computing/routers/linksys-velop-pro-7-reviewRead 15 October 2026Spec table: Number of antennas/removable: 6/No.

Coverage of one unit (claimed)iThe maker's claimed area that one unit covers. A square feet claim is converted exactly and rounded to a whole m². A claim for a whole pack is stored separately. An area that a trusted review quotes from the maker counts, and the source note names the review.

279m²1Maker product pageasus.com/us/networking-iot-servers/whole-home-mesh-systems/asus-zenwifi/asus-zenwifi-bt10Read 15 October 2026A 1pk coverage up to 3,000 sq. ft. and a 2pk coverage up to 6,000 sq. ft. 3,000 sq. ft. converted exactly is 278.7 and stored as 279. The page gives no 3pk figure.

279m²1Maker product pagelinksys.com/pages/cutting-edge-wifi-7Read 15 October 2026Seamless WiFi Up to 3000 sq. ft. per Node. 3000 sq ft is 278.7 m2, stored as 279.

Connected devices per unit (claimed)iThe maker's claimed maximum number of devices one unit serves. A claim for a whole mesh pack is not stored here.

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Ports and modem

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PortsiData ports on the main unit. The power input is not a port. A combo port takes an RJ45 cable or an SFP+ module and is counted once. WAN or LAN means the maker says the port can be either, including auto-sensing ports.

AASUS ZenWiFi BT10

Port	Count	Role	Max speed (Gbps)	Version
RJ45	1	WAN or LAN	1	Not available
RJ45	1	WAN or LAN	10	Not available
RJ45	1	LAN	10	Not available
USB-A	1	Not available	5	USB 3.2 Gen 1

Source2Maker product pageasus.com/us/networking-iot-servers/whole-home-mesh-systems/asus-zenwifi/asus-zenwifi-bt10/techspecRead 15 October 2026I/O Ports: 10G WAN/LAN x 1, 10G LAN x 1, 1G WAN/LAN x 1 and USB 3.0 x 1. The manual labels them WAN/LAN1, 10G WAN/LAN2 and 10G LAN3 and calls the USB port USB 3.2 Gen 1x1. Stored as USB 3.2 Gen 1 at 5 Gbps.3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/wireless/BT10/E27195_ZenWiFi_BT10_UM_V2_EAA_WEB.pdfRead 15 October 2026Section 1.3: USB 3.2 Gen 1x1 port, WAN/LAN1 port, 10G WAN/LAN2 port and 10G LAN3 port.

BLinksys Velop Pro 7

Port	Count	Role	Max speed (Gbps)
RJ45	1	WAN	2.5
RJ45	4	LAN	1

Source1Maker product pagelinksys.com/pages/cutting-edge-wifi-7Read 15 October 20264x 1 Gbps ports for wired devices and a 2.5 Gbps internet port.2Maker product pagesupport.linksys.com/kb/article/335-enRead 15 October 2026Five ethernet ports: one internet port (2.5 Gbps) and four ethernet ports (1 Gbps per port).3Maker product pagesupport.linksys.com/kb/article/521-enRead 15 October 2026Hardware: one 2.5 Gbps internet port, four 1 Gbps ethernet ports.6Press articletechadvisor.com/article/2116853/linksys-velop-pro-7-mbe7000.htmlRead 15 October 2026Each unit has four Gigabit Ethernet ports and only the WAN port is 2.5 Gbps.9Reviewtechradar.com/computing/servers-network-devices/linksys-velop-pro-7Read 15 October 2026Ports per router: 1 x 2.5Gb Ethernet (WAN), 4 x Gigabit Ethernet (LAN). There are no USB ports.

Ethernet portsiRJ45 ports of all roles, WAN and LAN.

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Multi-gig portsiWired network ports of 2.5 Gbps or faster, RJ45 or fiber.

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Fastest WAN portiThe fastest port that can take the internet connection.

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Fastest LAN portiThe fastest port for wired devices. A port that can be WAN or LAN counts here too.

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USB ports

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SFP+ portiA slot for a 10 Gbps fiber or DAC module.

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Built-in modemiModems inside the router. A port for an external modem does not count. A fiber slot counts only when the fiber module is in the box.

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Modem standardsiStandards of the built-in modem as published, e.g. DOCSIS 3.1, VDSL2 35b, GPON or 5G NR.

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Mesh

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Mesh technologiesiMesh systems the unit can join, by the maker's name, e.g. AiMesh, EasyMesh or TP-Link OneMesh.

AiMesh1Maker product pageasus.com/us/networking-iot-servers/whole-home-mesh-systems/asus-zenwifi/asus-zenwifi-bt10Read 15 October 2026Smart AiMesh. The primary AiMesh router works with compatible ASUS routers as nodes.2Maker product pageasus.com/us/networking-iot-servers/whole-home-mesh-systems/asus-zenwifi/asus-zenwifi-bt10/techspecRead 15 October 2026AiMesh: primary AiMesh router and AiMesh node.

Cognitive Mesh1Maker product pagelinksys.com/pages/cutting-edge-wifi-7Read 15 October 2026The support FAQ names Linksys Cognitive Mesh technology. It joins other Cognitive Mesh nodes only. A node that is not a Cognitive Mesh router is not detected.

Units per packiUnits in the box. The base lists every pack size sold. Each pack variant holds its own. A standalone router is 1.

1, 2, 31Maker product pageasus.com/us/networking-iot-servers/whole-home-mesh-systems/asus-zenwifi/asus-zenwifi-bt10Read 15 October 2026ASUS sells 1, 2 and 3 packs.

1, 2, 31Maker product pagelinksys.com/pages/cutting-edge-wifi-7Read 15 October 2026The page is shared by the one, two and three node packs. See the pack sizes in the press release.

Coverage of the pack (claimed)iThe maker's claimed area for a whole pack. Each pack variant holds its own claim. The claims of single units are never added up.

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279 to 836m²3Maker product pagesupport.linksys.com/kb/article/521-enRead 15 October 20264Press releaselinksys.com/blogs/press/linksys%C2%AE-introduces-its-first-wifi-7-mesh-system-with-lightning-fast-10-minute-setupRead 15 October 2026

Identical unitsiEvery unit in a pack is the same model, so any unit can be the router. Not true for systems with a separate satellite model, such as NETGEAR Orbi.

Yes7Reviewtomshardware.com/networking/routers/asus-zenwifi-bt10-wi-fi-7-mesh-router-reviewRead 15 October 2026The main router and satellite are identical hardware and interchangeable. The first node set up becomes the router.

Yes5Measurementtomsguide.com/computing/routers/linksys-velop-pro-7-reviewRead 15 October 2026The devices are identical out of the box and are set up as router and nodes during installation.

Satellite modeliModel number of the satellite when it differs from the router unit.

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Satellite portsiData ports on one satellite. Only when the satellite differs from the router unit.

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Ethernet backhauliMesh units can link to each other over an Ethernet cable.

Yes1Maker product pageasus.com/us/networking-iot-servers/whole-home-mesh-systems/asus-zenwifi/asus-zenwifi-bt10Read 15 October 2026Dual 10G ports extend a 10G wired mesh backhaul between nodes. The page also names a flexible WAN or wired backhaul configuration with auto detection.7Reviewtomshardware.com/networking/routers/asus-zenwifi-bt10-wi-fi-7-mesh-router-reviewRead 15 October 2026The 10G LAN port can be used for a wired backhaul between the router and the satellite.

Yes1Maker product pagelinksys.com/pages/cutting-edge-wifi-7Read 15 October 2026Support for wired and wireless backhaul.5Measurementtomsguide.com/computing/routers/linksys-velop-pro-7-reviewRead 15 October 2026For all-out top speed the units can be wired together using Ethernet cabling.

Software

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ManagementiWays to set up and manage the router. A web interface is a full settings page in a browser on the local network. A status page alone does not count.

Mobile app, Web interface2Maker product pageasus.com/us/networking-iot-servers/whole-home-mesh-systems/asus-zenwifi/asus-zenwifi-bt10/techspecRead 15 October 2026Router APP: ASUS Router APP. The web interface comes from the manual.3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/wireless/BT10/E27195_ZenWiFi_BT10_UM_V2_EAA_WEB.pdfRead 15 October 2026Setup runs through the ASUS Router app or the web GUI (ASUSWRT) at asusrouter.com.

Mobile app, Web interface2Maker product pagesupport.linksys.com/kb/article/335-enRead 15 October 2026The node's dashboard can be reached with the Linksys app or the web interface. The support page says the latest web browser is needed to configure the router settings. Tom's Guide says in 2024 that there is no way to reach the nodes through a browser, so the maker's statement is used.3Maker product pagesupport.linksys.com/kb/article/521-enRead 15 October 2026Product requirements: the latest web browser version to configure the router settings.

Online account requirediSetup and management need an online account with the maker, with no local way around it.

No3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/wireless/BT10/E27195_ZenWiFi_BT10_UM_V2_EAA_WEB.pdfRead 15 October 2026Setup asks for a router login name and password and no ASUS account. Tom's Hardware also sets up the router with a local administrator login.

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Operating modesiModes the maker lists. Media bridge connects wired devices to another router over Wi-Fi. Extender, range extender and WDS modes count as repeater.

Router, Access point, Mesh node2Maker product pageasus.com/us/networking-iot-servers/whole-home-mesh-systems/asus-zenwifi/asus-zenwifi-bt10/techspecRead 15 October 2026Operating Mode: Access Point Mode, AiMesh Node Mode and Wireless Router Mode.

Router, Mesh node2Maker product pagesupport.linksys.com/kb/article/335-enRead 15 October 2026Supports parent and child modes.

Network featuresiFeatures the maker lists that work without a paid subscription. An IoT network is a separate network for smart home devices. Dual WAN uses a second internet connection as a backup or to share the load. Only features the maker clearly says are free. Parental controls counts when a free feature pauses or schedules internet access per person or device, such as eero Profiles, even when content filters need a subscription. When the maker's pages contradict each other, leave the feature out.

Guest network, IoT network, IPTV, Dual WAN, LAN aggregation, QoS, Parental controls, Dynamic DNS1Maker product pageasus.com/us/networking-iot-servers/whole-home-mesh-systems/asus-zenwifi/asus-zenwifi-bt10Read 15 October 2026Smart Home Master gives up to three SSIDs: IoT Network, Kid's Network and VPN Network. Parental controls are said to come without subscriptions.2Maker product pageasus.com/us/networking-iot-servers/whole-home-mesh-systems/asus-zenwifi/asus-zenwifi-bt10/techspecRead 15 October 2026Listed: Guest Network, Parental Control, Dual WAN, DDNS, IPTV, LAN Link Aggregation, Adaptive QoS and Traditional QoS. IoT Network comes from the product page. WAN aggregation and VLAN are not listed.

Guest network, QoS, Parental controls1Maker product pagelinksys.com/pages/cutting-edge-wifi-7Read 15 October 2026Guest Access for a separate guest network. Daily schedules for internet bedtime and free safe browsing blocks are listed. Parental controls are still in beta per TechRadar.5Measurementtomsguide.com/computing/routers/linksys-velop-pro-7-reviewRead 15 October 2026QoS can prioritize up to three systems. Guest Access and Parental Controls are in the app.

VPN serveriProtocols the router can serve, to reach the home network from outside. A paid VPN service is not a VPN server.

WireGuard, OpenVPN, IPsec, PPTP2Maker product pageasus.com/us/networking-iot-servers/whole-home-mesh-systems/asus-zenwifi/asus-zenwifi-bt10/techspecRead 15 October 2026VPN row: VPN Server IPSec, OpenVPN, PPTP and WireGuard.

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VPN clientiProtocols the router can use to connect to an outside VPN server.

WireGuard, OpenVPN, L2TP, PPTP2Maker product pageasus.com/us/networking-iot-servers/whole-home-mesh-systems/asus-zenwifi/asus-zenwifi-bt10/techspecRead 15 October 2026VPN row: VPN Client L2TP, OpenVPN, PPTP and WireGuard. VPN Fusion and Instant Guard are also listed.

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USB applicationsiWhat the USB port can be used for. Cellular modem is a USB 4G or 5G modem used as an internet connection or backup.

File server, Media server, Time Machine, Printer server, Cellular modem2Maker product pageasus.com/us/networking-iot-servers/whole-home-mesh-systems/asus-zenwifi/asus-zenwifi-bt10/techspecRead 15 October 2026USB application row: 4G / 5G Auto Mobile Tethering, AiCloud, Download Master, AiDisk, Media Server, Time Machine, Samba Server and FTP Server. The WAN row lists 3G / 4G LTE Dongle. Printer server comes from Tom's Hardware.7Reviewtomshardware.com/networking/routers/asus-zenwifi-bt10-wi-fi-7-mesh-router-reviewRead 15 October 2026USB application section: Time Machine backup, a network printer server, and a smartphone cellular connection for internet access.

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Security

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Wi-Fi securityiEnhanced Open encrypts an open network without a password.

WPA2-Personal, WPA3-Personal, WPA2-Enterprise2Maker product pageasus.com/us/networking-iot-servers/whole-home-mesh-systems/asus-zenwifi/asus-zenwifi-bt10/techspecRead 15 October 2026Security row: WPA/WPA2/WPA3-Personal and WPA/WPA2-Enterprise. A footnote says WPA/WPA2 Enterprise is only available on a single router and not under AiMesh mode.

WPA2-Personal, WPA3-Personal, Enhanced Open (OWE)2Maker product pagesupport.linksys.com/kb/article/335-enRead 15 October 2026WPA2/WPA3 Mixed Personal, WPA3 Personal, WPA2 Personal, Enhanced Open Only, Open and Enhanced Open, Open.

Security serviceiThe maker's built-in security service by name, e.g. AiProtection Pro, HomeShield, NETGEAR Armor or eero Plus.

AiProtection Pro1Maker product pageasus.com/us/networking-iot-servers/whole-home-mesh-systems/asus-zenwifi/asus-zenwifi-bt10Read 15 October 2026Commercial-grade AiProtection Pro powered by Trend Micro.2Maker product pageasus.com/us/networking-iot-servers/whole-home-mesh-systems/asus-zenwifi/asus-zenwifi-bt10/techspecRead 15 October 2026AiProtection row: AiProtection Pro with Router Security Assessment, Malicious Site Blocking, Two-Way IPS and Infected Device Prevention and Blocking.

Cognitive Security2Maker product pagesupport.linksys.com/kb/article/335-enRead 15 October 2026Cognitive Security blocks malicious websites and adult content with Fortinet Secure DNS and Cisco OpenDNS. Only one of the two can be active at a time.

Security service costiWhat the service costs after any free trial. Basic free means the basic features are free and the full set needs a subscription. When the free and paid tiers share one name, such as HomeShield, it is basic free. NETGEAR Armor has no free tier after its trial, so it is paid. When the paid tier is a separate add-on, such as eero Plus, it is paid.

Free1Maker product pageasus.com/us/networking-iot-servers/whole-home-mesh-systems/asus-zenwifi/asus-zenwifi-bt10Read 15 October 2026The page is described as Subscription-Free Network Security with AiProtection Pro, and parental controls come without subscriptions.

Free5Measurementtomsguide.com/computing/routers/linksys-velop-pro-7-reviewRead 15 October 2026Cognitive Security has a choice of Fortinet Secure DNS or OpenDNS. Unlike Armor, there is no charge for updates.

Automatic firmware updatesiThe router can install firmware updates by itself.

Yes2Maker product pageasus.com/us/networking-iot-servers/whole-home-mesh-systems/asus-zenwifi/asus-zenwifi-bt10/techspecRead 15 October 2026Administration row: Auto Firmware Update.

Yes1Maker product pagelinksys.com/pages/cutting-edge-wifi-7Read 15 October 2026Firmware Auto Update: automatic updates for the latest security patches.2Maker product pagesupport.linksys.com/kb/article/335-enRead 15 October 2026The node automatically installs the latest firmware overnight. Automatic Firmware Update must be ON.

Security updates untiliPublished end date of security updates for this model. It is not calculated from a number of years. A published minimum date, such as "at least through" or "or later", counts as the stated date. The source note says it is a minimum and names the region.

31 December 20285Maker product pageasus.com/support/faq/1051929Read 15 October 2026The UK FAQ on security update support (PSTI), updated 2026-08-19, lists ZenWiFi BT10 with a product security update period of 4 years, until 31 December 2028, and says extended support may be provided after that date. The date is a minimum and applies to the UK.

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Matter controlleriCan add and control Matter devices. Being a Matter device alone does not count.

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Zigbee hubiA built-in Zigbee radio that controls Zigbee smart home devices.

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BluetoothiVersion of the Bluetooth radio in the router, often used for setup.

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Smart home platformsiSmart home and voice platforms the router works with, e.g. Amazon Alexa or Google Home.

Google Assistant2Maker product pageasus.com/us/networking-iot-servers/whole-home-mesh-systems/asus-zenwifi/asus-zenwifi-bt10/techspecRead 15 October 2026Smart Home row: Support Google Assistant.

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Hardware

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System on chipiMain chip or platform as published, e.g. Broadcom BCM4916 or Qualcomm Networking Pro 620. A chip maker name alone, such as Broadcom, is not stored.

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Qualcomm Networking Pro 6204Press releaselinksys.com/blogs/press/linksys%C2%AE-introduces-its-first-wifi-7-mesh-system-with-lightning-fast-10-minute-setupRead 15 October 2026Powered by the latest Qualcomm Networking Pro 620 Platform.

CPU cores

42Maker product pageasus.com/us/networking-iot-servers/whole-home-mesh-systems/asus-zenwifi/asus-zenwifi-bt10/techspecRead 15 October 20262.0GHz quad-core processor. Tom's Hardware prints 2.6 GHz, which is not stored.

41Maker product pagelinksys.com/pages/cutting-edge-wifi-7Read 15 October 2026Powerful 1.5 GHz quad-core processor optimized for WiFi 7.

CPU clockiHighest published processor clock.

2GHz2Maker product pageasus.com/us/networking-iot-servers/whole-home-mesh-systems/asus-zenwifi/asus-zenwifi-bt10/techspecRead 15 October 20262.0GHz quad-core processor.

1.5GHz1Maker product pagelinksys.com/pages/cutting-edge-wifi-7Read 15 October 20261.5 GHz quad-core processor.

RAMiRouter RAM in GB. When any trusted source prints a GB figure, use it, e.g. 1 GB rather than 1024 MB converted. Convert MB with 1000 MB per GB only when MB is the only figure, e.g. 512 MB is 0.512, and keep the original figure in the source note. Same rule as streaming devices.

2GB2Maker product pageasus.com/us/networking-iot-servers/whole-home-mesh-systems/asus-zenwifi/asus-zenwifi-bt10/techspecRead 15 October 2026RAM 2GB.

1GB9Reviewtechradar.com/computing/servers-network-devices/linksys-velop-pro-7Read 15 October 2026Specifications: Memory 1GB SDRAM. Storage is listed as unspecified, so no flash size is stored.

Flash storageiBuilt-in flash memory for the firmware in GB. Convert MB with 1000 MB per GB, as for RAM. A memory card or USB drive does not count.

256MB2Maker product pageasus.com/us/networking-iot-servers/whole-home-mesh-systems/asus-zenwifi/asus-zenwifi-bt10/techspecRead 15 October 2026Flash 256MB, stored as 0.256 GB. Tom's Hardware misprints it as 256GB.

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Cooling faniA fan inside the unit. Passive cooling does not count.

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No5Measurementtomsguide.com/computing/routers/linksys-velop-pro-7-reviewRead 15 October 2026The system is passively cooled and never got over 93 degrees Fahrenheit.

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Power supplyiHow the main unit gets power. USB is a USB-C power adapter. PoE is power over an Ethernet cable.

External DC adapter2Maker product pageasus.com/us/networking-iot-servers/whole-home-mesh-systems/asus-zenwifi/asus-zenwifi-bt10/techspecRead 15 October 2026AC Input 110V~240V (50~60Hz), DC Output 12V with max. 3A current.

External DC adapter2Maker product pagesupport.linksys.com/kb/article/335-enRead 15 October 2026A power adapter is in the box for each node.

Rated power inputiDevice input rating as published, in volts and amps.

12 V, 3 A2Maker product pageasus.com/us/networking-iot-servers/whole-home-mesh-systems/asus-zenwifi/asus-zenwifi-bt10/techspecRead 15 October 2026DC Output 12V with max. 3A current. The manual lists the same rating.3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/wireless/BT10/E27195_ZenWiFi_BT10_UM_V2_EAA_WEB.pdfRead 15 October 2026Section 1.3 notes: DC power adapter output +12V with 3A current.

12 V, 2.5 A2Maker product pagesupport.linksys.com/kb/article/335-enRead 15 October 2026Ports: one power port (12V, 2.5A).3Maker product pagesupport.linksys.com/kb/article/521-enRead 15 October 2026One power port (12V, 2.5A).

Included adapter outputiRated output of the power adapter in the box. This is not power use.

36W2Maker product pageasus.com/us/networking-iot-servers/whole-home-mesh-systems/asus-zenwifi/asus-zenwifi-bt10/techspecRead 15 October 202612 V at a maximum of 3 A is 36 W.

30W2Maker product pagesupport.linksys.com/kb/article/335-enRead 15 October 2026Package contents: one power adapter per node (12V, 2.5A), so 12 x 2.5 is 30 W.

Power use (typical, claimed)iThe maker's typical or average power use of one unit. A published range, such as 14 to 16 W, is left out.

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Power use (max, claimed)iThe maker's maximum power use of one unit. Power given out over PoE is not included. A published range, such as 14 to 16 W, is left out. A figure measured with the power adapter counts.

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Measured

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Wi-Fi throughput (measured)iTom's Guide throughput, one row per test position. Tool, client, direction and walls are in the source note. Other reviewers' results go in source notes only.

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Distance (m)	Connected to	Throughput (Mbps)
4.572	Main unit	916.7
15.24	Main unit	453.3
22.86	Main unit	170
27.432	Main unit	12.1
12.192	Satellite	350.7
12.192	Satellite	308.9

Source5Measurementtomsguide.com/computing/routers/linksys-velop-pro-7-reviewRead 15 October 2026Review published 2024-04-29 (Brian Nadel). Client is a Wi-Fi 7 Acer Swift Edge 16 notebook and the benchmark is Keysight IxChariot simulating 10 users. Direct rows: 15 ft (4.572 m) 916.7 Mbps, 50 ft (15.24 m) 453.3 Mbps, 75 ft (22.86 m) 170.0 Mbps and 90 ft (27.432 m) 12.1 Mbps. The text prints the 15 ft figure as 916.7 Gbps, which is a typo for the table's Mbps. Satellite rows: nodes a floor above and a floor below the router with the test system 40 ft (12.192 m) away: 350.7 Mbps upstairs and 308.9 Mbps in the basement. Next to the router it measured 1.678 Gbps with IxChariot, which is not stored. The band is not named. Firmware not stated.

Fastest Wi-Fi throughput (measured)iHighest measured row with the client connected to the main unit. Compare only results from the same reviewer.

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Wi-Fi throughput through a wall (measured)iTom's Guide throughput at 25 ft through one wall, with the client on the main unit.

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553.1Mbps5Measurementtomsguide.com/computing/routers/linksys-velop-pro-7-reviewRead 15 October 2026Across a 25-foot room and through a wall: 553.1 Mbps. IxChariot, Acer Swift Edge 16 client.

Range (measured)iDistance at which the reviewer's client lost its connection to the main unit.

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28.956m5Measurementtomsguide.com/computing/routers/linksys-velop-pro-7-reviewRead 15 October 2026Maximum range of 95 feet, which is 28.956 m.

Power use under load (measured)iWall power of the main unit during the reviewer's throughput or saturation test.

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11W5Measurementtomsguide.com/computing/routers/linksys-velop-pro-7-reviewRead 15 October 2026All three devices, router or node, consumed 11.0 watts and lacked an idle mode.

Energy use per day (measured)iEnergy the router used over 24 hours of the reviewer's test use. This is not the power at one moment.

360Wh6Reviewdongknows.com/asus-zenwifi-bt10-reviewRead 15 October 2026Energy use per 24 hours reads about 360 for the router unit and about 250 for the satellite unit. The BT10 cells print no unit, while the BQ16 Pro cell on the same row reads Wh. Firmware 3.0.0.6.102_36758.

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Dimensions and weight

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DimensionsiOne unit in its normal position, with antennas folded flat or removed. Height is bottom to top. For a round unit, width and depth are both the diameter. A size the maker prints with antennas up goes in Dimensions with antennas.

Width159Height186Depth72mm(6.3 × 7.3 × 2.8 in)2Maker product pageasus.com/us/networking-iot-servers/whole-home-mesh-systems/asus-zenwifi/asus-zenwifi-bt10/techspecRead 15 October 2026Product Dimensions 159 x 72 x 186 mm, printed without labels. The unit stands upright, so 186 mm is the height. A retailer listing gives width 6.3 in, depth 2.8 in and height 7.3 in, which fits 159 wide, 72 deep and 186 high. Tom's Hardware prints 7.48 x 6.14 x 2.91 in, which is not stored.8Reviewtechradar.com/computing/servers-network-devices/asus-zenwifi-bt10-reviewRead 15 October 2026Specification table lists 159 x 186 x 72 mm with a (HxWxD) label. The values match the ASUS 159 x 72 x 186 mm and a 186 mm tall unit. TechRadar measured 1,661 Mbps close range, 614 Mbps two rooms away and 370 Mbps at 15 m with downloads from a Synology NAS to an HP OmniBook Ultra Flip 14. That is not Tom's Guide IxChariot, so it is not stored.

Width95Height221Depth95mm(3.7 × 8.7 × 3.7 in)9Reviewtechradar.com/computing/servers-network-devices/linksys-velop-pro-7Read 15 October 2026Specifications: Dimensions 221 x 95 x 95mm. The LDLC data sheet gives 95 wide, 221 high and 95 deep. Tom's Guide gives 8.7 x 3.7 x 3.7 in.10Retailer pageldlc.com/en/product/PB00608117.htmlRead 15 October 2026Width 95 mm, height 221 mm, depth 95 mm for the MBE7003-KE.

Dimensions with antennasiOne unit with its external antennas up, as the maker prints it.

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WeightiOne unit without power adapter and cables.

820g(1.8 lb)6Reviewdongknows.com/asus-zenwifi-bt10-reviewRead 15 October 2026Weight per unit 1.8 lbs (.82 kg). Stored from the kg figure. The review does not say whether the adapter is included.

950g(2.1 lb)9Reviewtechradar.com/computing/servers-network-devices/linksys-velop-pro-7Read 15 October 2026Specifications: 0.95kg / 2lbs, per router. Stored as 950 g. Retailer data may show a gram figure such as 954, which TechRadar rounds.

Wall mountableiThe maker says the unit can be mounted on a wall.

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No2Maker product pagesupport.linksys.com/kb/article/335-enRead 15 October 2026Can the router be wall-mounted? No, wall mounting is not supported.

Certifications

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Wi-Fi Alliance certification IDiCertificate ID in the Wi-Fi Alliance product finder.

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FCC IDiFCC ID of the main unit.

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Other certifications

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FCC11Regulatory filingdownloads.linksys.com/support/assets/others/REG_MBE700X_LNKPG-00985_RevA00_US-FCC_v2-FN_Online.pdfRead 15 October 2026Linksys USA regulatory information for the Velop Pro 7 (MBE7000): FCC Part 15 statement for a Class B digital device. It prints no FCC ID.

In the box

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In the boxiItems as the maker lists them for the exact pack.

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Links

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Product page

www.asus.com/us/networking-iot-servers/whole-home-mesh-systems/asus-zenwifi/asus-zenwifi-bt101Maker product pageasus.com/us/networking-iot-servers/whole-home-mesh-systems/asus-zenwifi/asus-zenwifi-bt10Read 15 October 2026

www.linksys.com/pages/cutting-edge-wifi-71Maker product pagelinksys.com/pages/cutting-edge-wifi-7Read 15 October 2026

Spec sheet

www.asus.com/us/networking-iot-servers/whole-home-mesh-systems/asus-zenwifi/asus-zenwifi-bt10/techspec2Maker product pageasus.com/us/networking-iot-servers/whole-home-mesh-systems/asus-zenwifi/asus-zenwifi-bt10/techspecRead 15 October 2026

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Manual

dlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/wireless/BT10/E27195_ZenWiFi_BT10_UM_V2_EAA_WEB.pdf3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/wireless/BT10/E27195_ZenWiFi_BT10_UM_V2_EAA_WEB.pdfRead 15 October 2026English user manual, published 2025-10-15 on the ASUS support page.

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EPREL registration numberiId in the EU energy label database. Each size or model of a series has its own id, so it is per variant.

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Warranty

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Manufacturer warranty (source market)iThe maker's warranty period for the exact SKU or configuration and market named in the source note. It applies only to that stated market, not every regional variant. Statutory consumer rights are excluded. The base term is stored. An extension that needs registration goes in the source note.

3years4Retailer pageeshop.asus.com/us/90ig08y0-ma1c6v-asus-zenwifi-bt10.htmlRead 15 October 2026ASUS eShop USA: 3 year manufacturer warranty. The ASUS US wireless warranty page says the general warranty is 3 years but may vary by place of purchase.

3years4Press releaselinksys.com/blogs/press/linksys%C2%AE-introduces-its-first-wifi-7-mesh-system-with-lightning-fast-10-minute-setupRead 15 October 2026All systems come with an extended three-year warranty. The release is from the US company and the warranty period depends on the country of purchase per the support FAQ.

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