Troubleshooting – Belkin PM01110 User Manual

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What is the difference between 802�11b, 802�11g, 802�11a, and n?
Currently there are four levels of wireless networking standards, which

transmit data at very different maximum speeds� Each is based on

the designation 802�11(x), so named by the IEEE, the board that is

responsible for certifying networking standards� The most common

wireless networking standard, 802�11b, transmits information at 11Mbps;

802�11a and 802�11g work at 54Mbps; and N works at 300Mbps� See the

following chart for more detailed information�

Wireless
Technology

(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*

Up to 54Mbps*

Up to 300Mbps*

frequency

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
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�