Technical Specifications - Motorola WA840G User Manual

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Technical Specifications

Your wireless access point uses a radio transmission technology
defined by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE)
called 802.11 or Wi-Fi (Wireless Fidelity). This standard is subdivided
into distinct categories of speed and the frequency spectrum used,
designated by the lower case letter after the standard. For example,
your access point supports both the 'b' and 'g' specifications. The
802.11b specification transmits data rates up to 11 Mbps while the
802.11g specification transmits data rates up to 54 Mbps. These are
theoretical speeds so your performance may vary. The radio waves
radiate out in a donut-shaped pattern. The waves travel through walls
and floors, but transmission power and distance are affected. The
theoretical distance limit is 1,000 feet (305 meters), but actual
throughput and distance varies.
Both standards operate in the 2.4 GHz range, meaning other
electrical appliance also might interfere with the access point –
televisions, radios, microwave ovens, and 2.4 GHz cordless
telephones. Thus positioning your access point where it encounters
the least interference gains the greatest benefit to maintaining a
quality connection.
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