Dell 2300 Wireless Broadband Router - Manual (Page 22)

How do I find out about firmware upgrades?
All new firmware upgrades are posted on the web. To download the latest firmware, go to the Dell support website:
support.dell.com .
NOTE: You can only use firmware designed specifically for the Dell TrueMobile 2300 Wireless Broadband Router.
Use the Upgrade Firmware page on the web-based configuration tool once you have downloaded the firmware. Click the
System Tools -> Upgrade Firmware tabs. Enter the file name and path for the new firmware. Click the Start button to load
the file on your Dell TrueMobile 2300 Wireless Broadband Router.
What is the actual speed throughput for the Dell TrueMobile 2300?
In 802.11g, wireless network adapters and access points provide up to 54 Mbps data transmission rate. In 802.11b, the data
can be transmitted at the rate up to 11 Mbps. Actual throughput, however, may be less, just as 10 Mbps-cabled Ethernet
does not always provide 10 Mbps performance. Transmission speeds vary with files size, number of users, and distance from
the access point. A properly designed system provides Ethernet-like performance for users. As signal strength decreases,
the automatic data rate of 802.11g decreases from 54 Mbps to 48, 36, 24, 18, 12, 9, or 6 Mbps in order to maintain the
connection. The data rate of 802.11b may decrease from 11 Mbps to 5.5, 2, or 1 Mbps.
Are there any known health issues caused by Radio Frequency (RF) transmission from the Dell
TrueMobile 2300?
There is no conclusive evidence, to date, that RF waves from the 2.4 gigahertz (GHz) range pose any health issues. Although
wireless LAN devices operate at the same frequency as microwave ovens, wireless access points and adapters at 2.4 GHz
emit a power signal of 100 megawatts (MW), less than other 2.4 GHz products, such as microwave ovens or cordless phones.
Is this a shared or switched technology medium?
The wireless access point of the Dell TrueMobile 2300 Wireless Broadband Router is similar to a hub, which is a shared
medium.
What is the difference between Bluetooth and 802.11?
These technologies are aimed at different situations. Bluetooth is a 1 Mbps technology designed for the interconnection of
devices that are in close proximity to one another. You use Bluetooth when you have two or more devices requiring direct
connectivity in short distances of about 30 feet. Some examples include PDAs or handheld computers to computers;
notebooks to printers; and phones to headsets. The 802.11 products are a full LAN connectivity solution, designed to provide
network transmissions at high data rates and in a greater distance. You use 802.11 product when you want to access to the
Internet or a local area network.
Does the Dell TrueMobile 2300 support Internet games?
The Dell TrueMobile 2300 Wireless Broadband Router supports some Internet games, depending on the game software. If you
have difficulties, consult the software supplier's technical support as they may be aware of configurations to enable their game
to be played via a NAT server.
You may play games over a wireless network as long as the game supports multiple users on a LAN. To find out if multiple