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About Us

2009

Linksys by Cisco's Media Hub and Wireless Home Audio win 6 product awards at the CES 2009 show including Best of CES by Laptop Magazine and G4 TV's CES Best of the Best.

2008

The Simultaneous Dual-N Band Wireless Router is named Electronic House Product of the Year. Linksys becomes the Cisco Consumer Business Group.

2007

Linksys is awarded Ventana Research Award for operational excellence and becomes ISO 9001 certified.

2006

Linksys launches Wireless-N, the first products based on the draft 802.11n specification.

2004

Linksys launches a line of Voice over IP (VoIP) products.

2003

Cisco Systems, Inc. acquires Linksys.

2002

Linksys is first to ship Wireless-G products.

2001

Linksys ships its one millionth Cable/DSL Router, making Linksys products #1 in the US retail market.

2000

Linksys introduces the first Switch + PrintServer and the first 8-Port Router with SNMP and QoS.

1999

Linksys announces the first Home Phoneline and Fast Ethernet PCMCIA Card for notebook PCs.

1996

Linksys establishes its first U.S. nationwide retail relationship with Best Buy.

1995

Linksys establishes its first U.S. retail channel relationship with Fry's Electronics.

1994

Linksys introduces PC-to-PC Ethernet hubs, cards and cables.

1988

Linksys is founded in an Irvine, California garage.

 

Cisco is transforming life's experiences by helping people live a connected life that is more personal, more social, and more visual. The Cisco Consumer Business Group (CBG), formally known as Linksys, a division of Cisco, is the center of expertise for Cisco's consumer business and go to market model, focused on capturing consumer market transitions for growth. CBG develops products and solutions under the Linksys by Cisco brand that target consumer and small office/home office (SOHO) segments. The organization sells its Linksys by Cisco home networking and networked entertainment products and services through retail, online and consumer reseller partners.

Global Operations

Cisco CBG operates throughout the world with sales, marketing and customer support tailored to local requirements. We create innovative networking solutions that transform people’s lives wherever they may live.

The Linksys by Cisco brand is known and respected worldwide through products designed to fit each country's networking requirements:

  • Localized versions of hardware, firmware and software
  • Installation support materials in multiple languages
  • Live, 24/7/365 customer service in local languages
  • Customized regional and country-specific marketing programs

Worldwide Offices

The Cisco Consumer Business Group (CBG) is headquartered in Irvine, California, USA with over 700 employees worldwide.

Sales Offices
Major sales offices are located in Asia, Europe and the Americas.

Call Centers
Our remote call centers provide phone, chat, and email technical support and customer service in dozens of local languages for customers and partners all over the globe. In addition, we offer numerous eSupport alternatives that make getting help easier and faster than ever before. We pride ourselves on being truly connected to our Customers!

Design Centers
We are committed to designing best-in-class products that are visually appealing, easy to use and have intuitive user interfaces.

Marketing Support
Cisco CBG Worldwide Marketing is responsible for the strategy, execution and delivery of integrated marketing for the Linksys by Cisco brand in more than 25 countries.

Strategic Partnerships

Partnerships with industry leaders help us ensure a reliable, safe, and fun networking experience for our customers. Our world-class marketing and technology partners include:

  • Intel
  • Microsoft
  • Rhapsody
  • Trend Micro

Why Choose Linksys by Cisco

  • Easy to Use.
    Nobody makes networking easier. Linksys by Cisco products are easy to buy, easy to install, and easy to use.
  • Technical Support.
    Our call centers are recognized worldwide for quick response and the ability to solve problems.
  • Innovation.
    We have an enviable track record launching the most promising and relevant technologies.
  • Safe and Secure.
    Linksys by Cisco products are designed to help protect you and your family against Internet security threats.
  • Award-Winning.
    Our home networking products continuously win awards and recognition for superior value and top performance.