GL.iNet GL-AR300M16-Ext Portable Mini Travel Wireless Pocket Router - WiFi Router | OpenWrt | 2 x Ethernet Ports | OpenVPN/Wireguard VPN for Public & Hotel Wi-Fi | USB 2.0 Port | 2 x External Antennas
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GL.iNet GL-AR300M16-Ext Portable Mini Travel Wireless Pocket Router - WiFi Router | OpenWrt | 2 x Ethernet Ports | OpenVPN/Wireguard VPN for Public & Hotel Wi-Fi | USB 2.0 Port | 2 x External Antennas

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Product ID: 54126072
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Details

  • Brand
    GL.iNet
  • Model Name
    Shadow
  • Special Feature
    Access Point
  • Frequency Band Class
    Single-Band
  • Wireless Communication Standard
    2.4 GHz Radio
  • Compatible Devices
    Laptop
👜Pocket-Sized 39g
📶300 Mbps Speed
🔒OpenVPN/Wireguard

Description

🌍 Stay Connected Anywhere, Anytime!

  • VPN COMPATIBILITY - Supports 30+ VPN service providers for ultimate online security.
  • DUAL ETHERNET PORTS - Connect multiple devices with ease, perfect for business trips.
  • TRAVEL READY DESIGN - Weighing only 39g, this mini router fits effortlessly in your pocket.
  • SECURE YOUR CONNECTION - Transform public Wi-Fi into a private network for safe browsing.
  • OPEN SOURCE FLEXIBILITY - Pre-installed OpenWrt allows for endless customization and programmability.

The GL.iNet GL-AR300M16-Ext is a lightweight, portable mini travel router designed to convert public and hotel networks into secure private Wi-Fi connections. With OpenWrt pre-installed, it offers extensive programmability and compatibility with over 30 VPN service providers, ensuring your online activities remain private. Weighing just 39g and featuring dual Ethernet ports, this router is perfect for the on-the-go professional.

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Specifications

ColorBlack
Connectivity TechnologyWi-Fi, USB, Ethernet
RAM Memory Installed128 MB
Control MethodApp
Data Transfer Rate300 Megabits Per Second
AntennaTypeFixed
Maximum Upstream Data Transfer Rate1.5E+2 Megabits Per Second
Voltage5 Volts
Frequency2.4 GHz
Wireless Compability2.4 GHz Radio Frequency
Antenna LocationTravel, Security, Bussiness, Monitoring
Compatible DevicesLaptop
LAN Port Bandwidth10/100 megabits per second
Security ProtocolWPA2
Operating SystemOpenWrt
Frequency Band ClassSingle-Band
Number of Ports3
Additional FeaturesAccess Point Mode, Internet Security, Remote Access
Item Weight0.09 Pounds
Item Dimensions L x W x H2.28"L x 2.28"W x 0.98"H

Have a Question? See What Others Asked

Can this device take wifi input (not ethernet / cat 6) and convert it to a ethernet output (cat 6)?
Can I change one antenna to a directional antenna and use in repeater mode?
If I connect an external antenna do I have to have something connected to both antenna ports and if so do they have to match or can I leave one empty?
How fast does it boot up from power off to connection?

Reviews

4.2

All from verified purchases

W**Z

Easy and reliable travel mini router

I love Gl.inet routers. It comes with there own version of openwrt but you can easily upload official openwrt firmware. The speeds are great and reliable wifi connection. Easy to setup and always up to date so security is good.

P**B

Works really well no 5G though only 2.4

Works really well goes pretty far only has 2.4g though

C**Y

Easy setup and working fine so far.

I bought this to use as a small network with my telescopes MiniPC and my laptop when far away from WiFi. Setup was easy and it seems to work just fine.

A**S

Independent local Wi-Fi network

I am using it to remotely monitor my astrophotography rig. Remotely in this case is within 50 feet or so, the telescope being outside and I am inside. It sits on the power station, no connections to the astro rig computer. I use Remote Desktop Connection on an Android tablet to monitor the progress. The astro computer is running NINA. A shout out to Patriot Astrophotography for doing a video on this and how to connect a camera to show the rig within NINA. I haven't got the camera yet.This wifi router is easy to setup. Select the router in the wifi choices and enter the default password. At some point an Ethernet cable needs to be attached to get Internet access to update firmware. Go th the network selection for more setup choices to change the SSID.I got an excellent reception on my cell phone within about 50 ft, I was outside and the router was inside.I kept getting dropped when I was using my home WIFI. I then used my cell phone as a hotspot and lost connection once in a couple hours. So, I searched the Internet and found this unit. I haven't actually used it beyond initial setup, powered things off and back on to be sure it reconnected. Shows lots of promise.

A**L

Excelente para compartir mis datos moviles

Excelente para compartir mis datos moviles

N**R

Did not do what the manufacturer claimed, is now a brick

I was in the market for a device to act as a wifi bridge between an adhoc wifi device and my Win10 laptop. This device had the potential to fulfill that need and prior to purchase, I asked if this was capable. There were three answers to my question, two of them clearly not understanding the question (always fun on the publicly-accessible internet!), but the manufacturer also responded, in the positive. So I made the purchase.I could not get the device to join an adhoc network, no matter what I did. I emailed customer support and received the answer I needed to install a plug-in. I was unable to locate an appropriate plug-in and told this to Support. After a few days, they replied back they made a mistake and there is no plug-in. End of communication.I did my own research and deduced I would have more access to the hardware functionality if I upgraded the firmware to a newer (compatible) version of OpenWrt. I downloaded it and started flashing. After approximately 45 minutes there was no visible progress so I killed the web page and restarted the router. I never came fully back up (e.g. no login, wifi SSID not visible). I did the 10-second reset. No difference. I left it unpowered overnight and then did the 10-second reset. No difference. I left it unpowered over another night. Still not functional.It is now a brick and as I no longer have the original packaging, it will shortly join a pile of electronics destined for recycling.Do not buy if you want to do anything more than basic routing, despite the manufacturer's claims.

A**R

Works but cant handle much

I'm a BAS technician and this little router is very handy; have had it for a few months now, it works for light weight tasks, but when i've loaded it, say RDP over wifi with heavy file transfers, I ran into it over heating and turning off after 15 minutes or so. Then when i've tried wifi and lan with wan port, rdp, other tcp connections, two laptops connected to it at the same time, it didn't last more than a few minutes before it would cycle power. It does lightweight things and good for the price but not heavy traffic.

K**L

WIFI repeater enables streaming TV inside metal building.

I bought this router along with an YOTENKO external antenna to use as a WIFI repeater. My woodworking shop is in a metal building which blocks the WIFI signal from the house as well as the cell signal for my phone. Since this router has detachable antennas, I replaced one with the lead from the external antenna which I mounted outside the building facing the house. Works great. Now I can stream TV and WIFI call inside the building for under fifty dollars!

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Good experience, but the tracking updates could be better.

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The product quality is outstanding. Exactly what I needed for my work.

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