AirStation™ Extreme AC1750 Gigabit Dual Band Open Source DD-WRT Wireless Router 

Buffalo’s AirStation Extreme AC1750 Gigabit Dual Band Open Source DD-WRT Wireless Router offers high speed dual band wireless connectivity, delivering the latest in Wi-Fi technology and comes with DD-WRT pre-installed with a breadth of powerful features not normally found in similar routers.

AirStation Extreme AC1750 Gigabit Dual Band Open Source DD-WRT Wireless Router supports a great number of functionalities with simple setup and configuration. It offers advanced features and low-level device management, unlocking extensive capabilities and potential with increased network stability.


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Overview

open source dd-wrt routerOPEN SOURCE DD-WRT ROUTER

AirStation Extreme AC1750 Gigabit Dual Band Open Source DD-WRT Wireless Router is a unique DD-WRT router powered by the leading open-source firmware, equipped with robust and high-performance features for custom configuration.
 

  • Intuitive interface helps you set up and connect in no time
  • Customizable advanced features allow to optimize wireless performance, security and routing options
  • Advanced features also include VPN endpoints, hot-spot sign in, VLAN and more

Highlights:

  • Open source DD-WRT pre-installed
  • Next generation wireless 802.11ac
  • Speeds up to 1750 Mbps (AC1300 + N450)*
  • Allows up to 4 simultaneous gigabit wired connections
  • HighPower technology improves coverage and reduces or eliminates dead spots
  • Implicit Beamforming optimizes signal energy for enhanced operation
  • Wireless security - AOSS/WPS support
  • Priority Control QoS automatically prioritizes traffic according to user's preference
  • USB 3.0 accessory port for NAS and USB 2.0 for printer capabilities
  • Backward compatible with 802.11n/a/g/b devices
  • Configure as an access point or wireless bridge
  • Many DD-WRT capabilities such as OpenVPN, VLAN and full command-line root access, VPN passthrough, DNS caching, ability to create multiple SSIDs, Telnet and SSH root access and more

gigabit wan and lanGIGABIT WAN & LAN

Maximize your wired network speed with gigabit Ethernet connections that keep your data moving at lightning speed.
 

  • Connect up to four network-enabled wired devices to your existing wireless network for high speed data streaming; easily add printers, gaming consoles, DVRs, HDTVs and more. AirStation AC 1750 Open Source DD-WRT is perfect for adding multimedia and gaming devices like Xbox 360®, Sony PlayStation®3, DIRECTV® and DISHNetwork® DVRs, networkable TVs and more to your wireless network.
  • Move large files including HD movies, music, photos, backups, and other digital assets across the network at maximum speed
  • All network ports including LAN and WAN ports are gigabit

wireless securityWIRELESS SECURITY

AirStation Extreme AC1750 Gigabit Dual Band Open Source DD-WRT Wireless Router offers the best security standards available, featuring multi-level wireless encryption options to prevent unauthorized access and protect your important data.


Buffalo's AirStation One-touch Secure System™ (AOSS) eliminates the complexity, creating and maintaining the most secure wireless connection between devices possible, all with the simple push of a button. Within minutes, and in five "behind-the-scenes" steps, your AOSS enabled wireless clients and other devices will establish a secure connection with your Buffalo AirStation router.

dual bandDUAL BAND

Offering simultaneous wireless operation on both the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands, the AirStation Extreme AC1750 Gigabit Dual Band Open Source DD-WRT Wireless Router is perfect for streaming HD movies, music and emailing from multiple devices at the same time.

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highpower technologyHIGHPOWER TECHNOLOGY

Buffalo's unique HighPower technology uses high-quality, optimized antennas and on-board power amplifiers to notably boost signal strength, greatly extending wireless range to fill in unwanted holes, bringing a brand new norm to how your network functions and how you utilize this enhanced wireless coverage. Upgrade any existing network with greater range and performance than competing 802.11n solutions and enjoy your digital content with confidence.

backward compatibilityBACKWARD COMPATIBILITY

Easily upgrade your network from previous wireless standards and maintain compatibility with existing adapters and devices. Extreme AC1750 Gigabit Dual Band Open Source DD-WRT Wireless Router works with 11ac, 11n, 11g, 11b and 11a, offering greater performance and coverage.

wireless bridgeWIRELESS BRIDGE

Configure two or more Extreme AC1750 Gigabit Dual Band Open Source DD-WRT Wireless Routers to act as a standalone wireless bridge. Create a permanent, high-speed wireless link capable of speeds up to 1300 + 450 Mbps and wirelessly extend the range of your network.

usb accessory portUSB 3.0 & 2.0 ACCESSORY PORT

AirStation Extreme AC1750 Gigabit Dual Band Open Source DD-WRT Wireless Router is equipped with a USB 3.0 port for connecting a USB external hard drive, USB flash drive, SSD or card reader (for SD or other cards) and USB 2.0 port for connecting a printer.  Connecting a USB hard drive to the USB 3.0 port turns the drive into a networked drive (NAS), allowing users to share data on computers and digital home electronics.  With an inexpensive USB flash drive connected, it is also easy to set up a low capacity home server - no difficult settings required.
 

                                                Usage Examples                                                                                                   Create a Simple NAS

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priority control qosPRIORITY CONTROL QoS

Automatically prioritize your media and entertainment traffic for uninterrupted streaming and lag-free gaming. Best in class features and support for multiple video, audio, gaming, voice and data services provides unharnessed potential for streaming and entertainment possibilities.

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Netflix® | Hulu™ | CinemaNow™ | YouTube™ | Pandora™ | Spotify® | Slacker® | Last.fm | Rhapsody® | PS3™ Network | Xbox LIVE® | Blizzard Entertainment® | Battle.net | Valve™ Steam Box | BitTorrent™ | iTunes® | HTTP/Web | FTP | Windows Update

SUPPORT

Buffalo AirStation Open Source DD-WRT Routers shipped after 3/1/2014 are factory pre-loaded with the open source version of DD-WRT. All development, firmware updates, technical and configuration support will be provided by DD-WRT and the DD-WRT community.
 

DD-WRT Wiki

DD-WRT Tutorials

*450 Mbps is the maximum aggregate wireless signal rate derived from IEEE 802.11n standard specifications achievable using three streams of 150 Mbps each. 1300 Mbps is the maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE 802.11ac standard specifications achievable using three streams of 433 Mbps each. Actual data throughput and range will vary depending upon network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of network traffic, building materials and construction and network overhead. 1750 Mbps is the maximum wireless signal rate achieved when using two bands (5 GHz + 2.4 GHz) of three streams simultaneously. Maximum speed and range is achievable when used with same enhanced mode technology. 

†Technology based on IEEE 802.11ac standard specifications.

Specifications

Wireless LAN Interface

Standards compliance IEEE802.11ac/n/g/a/b
Frequency range 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz simultaneous dual band
Wireless security WPA2-PSK (AES), WPA-PSK (AES), WPA/WPA2 - mixed (AWS/TKIP)
Transmission method Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS), OFDM, MIMO

Wired LAN Interface

Standards compliance IEEE802.3/3u/3ab
Number of LAN ports 4 x RJ-45 ports, auto MDIX
Speed and flow control 10/100/1000 Mbps (auto sensing)
Number of WAN ports 1 x RJ-45, auto MDIX
Speed and flow control 10/100/1000 Mbps (auto sensing)

Environmental and Power

Power consumption

 18.2W max
Power supply External AC 100-240V universal, 50/60Hz
Operating temperature 32-104°F (0-40°C)
Operating humidity 10-85% (non-condensing)

Other

Dimensions 8.35 x 7.2 x 1.34 in
Weight 1.28 lbs
Antenna (Tx x Rx) 3 x 3, internal
Setup utility OS support Windows® 10
Windows® 8 (32-bit/64-bit)
Windows® 7 (32-bit/64-bit)
Windows Vista® (32-bit/64-bit)
Windows® XP
Mac OS® X 10.5-10.8*
Box contents AirStation™ AC 1750 Gigabit Open Source DD-WRT Router
Ethernet cable
AC adapter
Stand
Screws for wall mounting
Quick setup guide
Setup card
Warranty statement

*AOSS support requires use of Buffalo Client Manager software which is only compatible with Windows® systems. Some initial setup utilities only work with Windows systems.

Resources

Downloads

Firmware

    File Size Post Date Version OS Support Notes
Download 2018-26-03 30357 DD-WRT Firmware update for WZR-1750DHPD

Documentation

    File Size Post Date Version OS Support Notes
View Site 2016-25-04 WZR-1759DHPD Quick Setup Guide

Variations


WZR-1750DHPD

AirStation™ Extreme AC1750 Gigabit Dual Band Open Source DD-WRT Wireless Router


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