RangeMax Seems Complicated. Do I need to Understand the Details of MIMO Technology?

No, the basics of RangeMax configuration are much like other wireless devices. What's different about RangeMax is the range and throughput, and its ability to dynamically avoid obstacles and interference. You don't need to be an expert to benefit!

Is there any reason to buy the older WPN824 router?

• It's an excellent value for the cost. The new WPNT834 RangeMax 240, costs more, but has far better performance.
• It's slightly easier to position the older product than it is to experiment with the RangeMax 240's movable antennas.

Is the router compatible with 802.11b and 802.11g?

The router is compatible with wireless 802.11b and 802.11g products. The options are:

• 802.11g only — Only 802.11g wireless devices can be used.
• 802.11g/802.11.b — By default, only 802.11g, 802.11b wireless devices can be used. This allows access to both "g" and "b" wireless devices.

What features are available?

Available Features	Features Not Available
WPA-PSK WPA2-PSK (Not with WG511v2 and AES) Layer 2 roaming 32 VPN passthrough connections (the datasheet is incorrect) PPTP (on WAN)	WPA2 Enterprise PPPoA (on WAN) GRE tunneling WDS bridging

See the Product Specifications for additional information.

Can the antennas be replaced?

No. One antenna detaches so that it is not broken in shipping. The FCC (and other international organizations) require that the detachable antenna for this product must not be replaced by another antenna.

What will maximize range and throughput?

• Using RangeMax adapters with the router.
• Only using wireless equipment in 802.11g mode.
• Using the tips in Improving Wireless Range with RangeMax.

Does anybody sell equipment upgradeable to the most advanced 802.11n wireless standard?

The IEEE committee has not finalized the standard, therefore no one can say that their routers or adapters are upgradeable to, or compatible with, 802.11n.

 

Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11 specifications. Actual data throughput will vary.
Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of network traffic,building materials and construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate.

Doc: N101587.asp Nov. 30, 2005