Belkin F5D8235-4 - Manual (Page 83)

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N+ Wireless Router
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TRoUblesHooTINg
What’s the difference between 802�11g and draft 802�11n?
Currently there are three commonly used wireless networking standards,
which transmit data at very different maximum speeds . Each is based
on the designation for certifying network standards . The most common
wireless networking standard, 802 .11g, can transmit information up
to 54Mbps; 802 .11a also supports up to 54Mbps, but in the 5GHz
frequency; and 802 .11n draft specification can connect at up to
300Mbps . See the following chart for more detailed information .
Wireless
Technology g
(802�11g)
g Plus MIMo
(802�11g with
MIMo MRC)
N MIMo
(draft 802�11n
with MIMo)
N1 MIMo
(draft 802�11n
with MIMo)
speed/data
Rate* Up to 54Mbps* Up to 54Mbps* Up to 300Mbps* Up to 300Mbps*
frequency Common
household
devices such as
cordless phones
and microwave
ovens may
interfere with
the unlicensed
band 2 .4GHz Common
household
devices such as
cordless phones
and microwave
ovens may
interfere with
the unlicensed
band 2 .4GHz Common
household
devices such as
cordless phones
and microwave
ovens may
interfere with
the unlicensed
band 2 .4GHz Common
household
devices such as
cordless phones
and microwave
ovens may
interfere with
the unlicensed
band 2 .4GHz
Compatibility Compatible with
802 .11b/g Compatible with
802 .11b/g Compatible with
draft 802 .11n**
and 802 .11b/g Compatible with
draft 802 .11n**
and 802 .11b/g
Coverage* Up to 400 ft .* Up to 1,000 ft .* Up to 1,200 ft .* Up to 1,400 ft .*
advantage Common—
widespread
use for Internet
sharing Better coverage
and consistent
speed and
range Enhanced
speed and
coverage Leading edge—
best coverage
and throughput
**Distance and connection speeds will vary depending on your networking environment .
**This Router is compatible with products based on the same version of the draft 802 .11n
specifications and may require a software upgrade for best results .
belkin Wireless Comparison Chart