Your WiFi Upgrade to Light Speed: Wi-Fi 6 Mesh
Say "goodbye" to loading bars and connection drops. The FRITZ!Repeater 1200 AX brings the future of WiFi directly to your home with the Wi-Fi 6 standard (802.11ax). This technology not only ensures higher gross data rates of up to 3,000 MBit/s but, above all, increases efficiency throughout your entire Network. Thanks to technologies like OFDMA and MU-MIMO, data is distributed to many devices simultaneously and significantly faster. In conjunction with a FRITZ!Box, the WiFi Repeater with Wi-Fi 6 unfolds its full potential and creates an intelligent Mesh system that actively directs your end devices to the best access point – for seamless coverage from the basement to the attic.
Pure Flexibility: The Gigabit Port Makes the Difference
The FRITZ!Repeater 1200 AX is not just a pure radio signal booster, but also a clever bridge for your wired devices. The integrated Gigabit LAN port offers you two ingenious application possibilities. In "WiFi Bridge" mode, you can simply connect devices without their own WiFi function, such as your older smart TV, game console, or a Network printer, to the Repeater via cable and thus bring them into the high-speed WiFi. Alternatively, you can use the "LAN Bridge" mode: connect the Repeater directly to your Router via an Ethernet Cable. This way, it acts as a powerful Access Point and provides full WiFi performance without transmission losses – ideal for distant rooms or floors.
Setup? Child's Play for Everyone!
Complicated configurations are a thing of the past. Setting up the AVM Mesh Repeater Gigabit is incredibly simple: plug it in, press the WPS button on the Repeater and on the Router, wait a moment – done. In a FRITZ!Box home Network, all important settings such as WiFi name, password, and security protocols are automatically adopted. But even if you use a WiFi Router from another manufacturer, setup via WPS is easily possible. This way, you can expand your WiFi in no time. If you are looking for a FRITZ!Repeater for FRITZ!Box 7590 or another current model, the 1200 AX is the perfect and powerful addition.
Compact Design, Clever Positioning
With its compact dimensions of only 80 x 80 mm, the FRITZ!Repeater 1200 AX discreetly fits into any power outlet. But where is the best place for the Repeater? AVM makes it easy for you: the LED indicator on the device visualizes the signal strength to the Router. This way, you intuitively find the optimal location halfway between the Router and the area to be covered. For an even more detailed analysis and positioning aid, the free FRITZ!App WLAN is available. This way, you get the maximum out of your new, fast 5GHz WiFi Repeater and ensure a stable and fast connection in every corner.
Strengths & Notes at a Glance
- Pro: Modern Wi-Fi 6 standard for highest efficiency and speed.
- Pro: Seamless integration into a FRITZ! Mesh Network for optimal roaming.
- Pro: Flexible Gigabit LAN port for use as a WiFi or LAN bridge.
- Pro: Extremely easy setup via WPS button press in minutes.
- Pro: High compatibility with Routers from all manufacturers.
- Pro: Supports the latest WPA3 encryption for maximum security.
- Note: Has only one LAN port; an Ethernet Switch is required for multiple wired devices.
- Note: The housing design may block adjacent slots on some power strips.
Specifications & Features
| Manufacturer: | AVM |
| Model: | FRITZ!Repeater 1200 AX |
| EAN: | 4023125029745 |
| Device Type: | WiFi Mesh Repeater |
| WiFi Standards: | IEEE 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6), 802.11ac/n/g/a |
| Frequency Bands: | 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz (Dualband simultaneous) |
| Maximum Data Rate (5 GHz): | up to 2,400 MBit/s (Wi-Fi 6, 2x2, 160 MHz) |
| Maximum Data Rate (2.4 GHz): | up to 600 MBit/s (Wi-Fi 6, 2x2, 40 MHz) |
| Combined Data Rate (Gross): | up to 3,000 MBit/s |
| Antenna Configuration: | 2x2 (2.4 GHz), 2x2 (5 GHz), internal |
| Antenna Gain (dBi): | Not publicly specified (performance regulated by EIRP) |
| Mesh Functionality: | Yes, with FRITZ!Box (Mesh Master) |
| WiFi Encryption: | WPA3, WPA2 |
| WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup): | Yes, by button press |
| Network Port: | 1 x Gigabit LAN (10/100/1,000 MBit/s) |
| Operating Modes: | WiFi Bridge, LAN Bridge (Access Point) |
| PoE Support: | No |
| Power Supply: | 230 V, 50 Hz via integrated Euro plug |
| Average Power Consumption: | approx. 4 watts |
| Dimensions (W x H x D): | approx. 80 x 80 x 37 mm (without plug) |
| Weight: | approx. 160 g |
| Housing Material: | Plastic |
| Mounting Type: | Direct mounting in power outlet |
| Special Features: | Crossband Repeating, Intelligent Auto-channel Selection, FRITZ!App WLAN |
Scope of Delivery
| 1 x AVM FRITZ!Repeater 1200 AX |
| 1 x Printed Quick Guide |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Can I use the FRITZ!Repeater 1200 AX with a router from another brand (e.g., Telekom, Vodafone)?
Yes, the WiFi Repeater is compatible with all common WiFi Routers that support WPS. Setup is done via WPS button press. However, for full Mesh functionality, a FRITZ!Box is recommended.
What does "Mesh" mean for this repeater?
Mesh means that the WiFi Repeater and the WiFi Router (e.g., a FRITZ!Box) form a unified Network with the same name and password. Your end devices (e.g., smartphone) automatically switch to the strongest signal source without interruption.
Does the repeater improve speed or only range?
Both. It primarily extends the range of your WiFi. However, thanks to the Wi-Fi 6 standard and the use of two frequency bands, it can also improve speed and stability for end devices that previously only received a weak signal.
What is the difference between "WLAN Bridge" and "LAN Bridge" operating modes?
In the standard "WLAN Bridge" mode, the WiFi Repeater receives the signal from the WiFi Router via WiFi and retransmits it via WiFi. In "LAN Bridge" mode, the WiFi Repeater is connected to the WiFi Router via an Ethernet Cable and then functions as a pure WiFi Access Point, which allows full WiFi performance without losses due to the wireless connection to the WiFi Router.
Does the FRITZ!Repeater 1200 AX support WPA3?
Yes, the WiFi Repeater supports the modern and secure encryption standard WPA3, as well as the WPA2/WPA3 transition mode to ensure compatibility with older devices.
How do I find the optimal position for the repeater?
Place the WiFi Repeater roughly halfway between your WiFi Router and the area you want to cover with WiFi. The LED indicator on the device provides information about the quality of the connection to the WiFi Router. Additionally, the AVM FRITZ!App WLAN helps with precise positioning.
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