In an ever-connected world, having a reliable and efficient connection is crucial especially with the rise of work from home opportunities. Join us today as we delve into the fascinating world of the Zyxel SCR 50AXE, a cutting-edge networking device designed to enhance your connectivity experience.
Design and Build Quality
Starting with its sleek and minimalist design, the Zyxel SCR 50AXE is a true standout. Its elegant matte finish with red accents and compact form factor make it an ideal fit for any environment, whether it be your desk at home, office, or small business premises.
It includes a magnetic stand that keeps the wireless router standing with punctured holes in which is assumably for heating issues especially in the country where devices can heat up fast. Noticeable retro look that fits the trending look for work-from-home setups.
For non tech-savvys, using this modem is pretty easy as it indiciates the power LED, the WAN/internet LED and followed by the cloud indicator to know if its active. The attention to detail and sturdiness of the build make it clear that Zyxel has prioritised quality that will last.
Performance and Speed
Equipped with advanced wireless technology, including the latest Wi-Fi 6E standard, business-class firewall, VPN gateway, the Zyxel SCR 50AXE takes your network speed to new heights.
Utilizing its MU-MIMO technology, it ensures smooth and uninterrupted connectivity for multiple devices simultaneously. With speeds of up to 5.4 Gbps, you can bid farewell to buffering and enjoy seamless streaming, gaming, and file transfers, even when multiple devices are being used simultaneously.
Powered by Nebula cloud for easy management, the Zyxel SCR 50AXE can be considered as a beginner user friendly as well.
Setup and Ease of Use
Setting up the Zyxel SCR 50AXE is a breeze, thanks to its user-friendly interface and intuitive setup process. With just a few simple steps, you can have your entire network up and running in no time. Plus, with built-in security features like WPA3 encryption and firewall protection, you can rest easy knowing that your connection is secure from hackers and intruders.
All you have to do is connect your device through the Nebula Mobile app by creating an account and registering your device. It’s pretty easy to manage with a few steps that you can find online.
Conclusions
Strong WiFi (and LAN) connectivity, excellent basic threat management capabilities, and flexibility with regard to WiFi networks and VLAN segregation are what the Zyxel SCR 50AXE offers. It’s not for the average home user though, as proper configuration calls for some technical know-how when connecting, though everything can be learned from the internet.
All things considered, the Zyxel SCR 50AXE is a superb router that will change your online experience. This router is perfect for anyone who needs reliable and quick internet access throughout their home or office, regardless of whether they are gamers, streamers, or just regular internet users.
SPECIFICATIONS
- CPU: Dual-core, 1.00GHz, Cortex A53
- RAM/FLASH : 1GB/256MB
- 10/100/1000 Mbps RJ-45 ports : 1 x WAN: 1 GbE RJ45 port ; 4 x LAN: 1 GbE RJ45 ports
- SPI firewall throughput LAN to WAN (Mbps) : 900
- Throughput with threat Management on (Mbps) : 900
- Standard compliance : IEEE 802.11ax/ac/n/a 2.4 GHz , IEEE 802.11ax/ac/n/a 5 GHz , IEEE 802.11ax 6 GHZ
- Wireless frequency : 2.4/5/6 GHz
- Radio: 3
- SSID number: 4
- No of antenna: 4 (internal)
- Antenna gain: 2.0 dBi @2.4 GHz , 3.0 dBi @5 GHz , 3.5 dBi @6 GHz* (certified countries only)
- Wireless speed: 2.4 GHz: 575 Mbps , 5 GHz: 2400 Mbps , 6 GHz: 2400 Mbps
- Power input : 12V DC, 2.0 A
- Max. power consumption (Watt Max.) : 21W
- Security Features
- Ransomware/malware protection: Yes
- Intrusion blocker : Yes
- Dark Web Blocker : Yes
- Stop mail fraud & phishing : Yes
- Block Ads : Yes
- Block VPN proxy : Yes
- Web Filtering : Yes
- Firewall : Yes
- Country Restriction (GeoIP) : Yes
- Allowlist/Blocklist : Yes
- Traffic Management (applications & clients) : Yes
- Real-time threat intelligence: Yes
- Web Filtering (DNS): Yes
- Nebula Pro Pack: Yes
- VPN Features
- Site-to-site VPN: IPSec
- Networking
- WAN type : Static IP, DHCP, PPPoE, and PPPoE with Static IP
- PPPoE Pass-through : Yes
- Reserve IP : Yes
- Block clients : Yes
- NAT – Virtual server : Yes
- DHCP server/client and DHCP relay : Yes
- Dynamic DNS : Yes
- Static route : Yes
- IGMP Proxy : Yes
- WLAN Management
- Firmware upgrade: Yes
- Configuration backup and restore : Yes
- Live tools : Yes
