Elecom is preparing two Wi-Fi 7 routers for release in mid-November, combining a 2.5Gbps internet-facing port with wireless throughput the company rates at more than 6,000Mbps across the 5GHz and 2.4GHz bands. The models are the WRC-BE64QSD-B and WRC-BE64QS-B.
Both units are rated for wireless communication of up to 5,764Mbps on 5GHz and up to 574Mbps on 2.4GHz. Their WAN port is compatible with 2.5Gbps service, positioning the routers for homes with multi-gigabit internet connections and networks carrying video streaming traffic alongside numerous connected devices.
Wi-Fi 7 is limited to the 5GHz band
Elecom lists Multi-Resource Unit (MRU) and Preamble Puncturing among the Wi-Fi 7 capabilities in the two routers. The features are intended to support communication stability, but the band distinction is important when specifying or configuring the hardware: Wi-Fi 7 applies only to 5GHz, while the 2.4GHz radio remains compatible with Wi-Fi 6.
| Model | Wireless rating | WAN | Availability and price |
|---|---|---|---|
| WRC-BE64QSD-B | Up to 5,764Mbps at 5GHz; up to 574Mbps at 2.4GHz | 2.5Gbps compatible | Mid-November; open price |
| WRC-BE64QS-B | Up to 5,764Mbps at 5GHz; up to 574Mbps at 2.4GHz | 2.5Gbps compatible | Mid-November; 21,800 yen |
Security and network expansion features
The routers include Elecom’s Security Wi-Fi, Kids Net Timer 3 and Friend Wi-Fi functions in addition to encryption. The WRC-BE64QSD-B adds SENSE, a security feature powered by F-Secure’s AI technology. Elecom says the model includes a one-year free license period for antivirus, browser protection and parental-control functions.
For extending coverage, both models support Remote House Mode 2 and Wi-Fi EasyMesh. The announcement describes Remote House Mode 2 as supporting Wi-Fi coverage inside and outside the home, while Wi-Fi EasyMesh provides the basis for expanding the network with compatible mesh equipment. These functions sit alongside setup tools aimed at reducing configuration work during installation or replacement.
- New installations can begin by connecting a LAN cable.
- The Easy Migration Function can transfer an existing SSID and encryption key when upgrading.
- The routers measure approximately 50mm wide by 140mm deep by 195mm high and weigh approximately 450g.
- Listed operating-system support includes Windows 11 and Windows 10, various macOS versions, iOS, iPadOS and Android.
Positioning for connected homes
Elecom says the routers are designed for homes containing a broad mix of devices, including smartphones, PCs and gaming consoles. The combination of a 2.5Gbps WAN interface, Wi-Fi 7 functions on 5GHz and EasyMesh support gives the products a specification aimed at higher-capacity residential networks, while the 2.4GHz radio maintains Wi-Fi 6 compatibility for devices that do not use the newer standard.
The announcement concerns a mid-November release and gives a price of 21,800 yen for the WRC-BE64QS-B; the WRC-BE64QSD-B is listed as an open-price model. No US release timing or US dealer-channel information is included in the announcement.
