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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	G	Enhanced	N MIMO	N1 MIMO
Technology	(802.11g)	(1x1 draft	(draft 802.11n	(draft 802.11n
	(802.11g)	(1x1 draft	(draft 802.11n	(draft 802.11n
		802.11n)	with MIMO)	with MIMO)

Speed/Data	Up to 54Mbps*	Up to 150Mbps*	Up to 300Mbps*	Up to 300Mbps*
Rate*

Frequency	Common	Common	Common	Common
	household	household	household	household
	devices such as	devices such as	devices such as	devices such as
	cordless phones	cordless phones	cordless phones	cordless phones
	and microwave	and microwave	and microwave	and microwave
	ovens may	ovens may	ovens may	ovens may
	interfere with	interfere with	interfere with	interfere with
	the unlicensed	the unlicensed	the unlicensed	the unlicensed
	band 2..4GHz	band 2..4GHz	band 2..4GHz	band 2..4GHz

Compatibility	Compatible with	Compatible	Compatible with	Compatible with
	802..11b/g	with 802..11b/g,	draft 802..11n	draft 802..11n
		draft 802..11n,	and 802..11b/g	and 802..11b/g
		and Belkin G+
		MIMO

Coverage*	Up to 400 ft..*	Up to 1,000 ft..*	Up to 1,200 ft..*	Up to 1,400 ft..*

Advantage	Common—	Better coverage	Enhanced	Leading edge—
	widespread	and consistent	speed and	best coverage
	use for Internet	speed and	coverage	and throughput
	sharing	range

*Distance and connection speeds will vary depending on your networking environment..

Technical Support

You can find technical support information at http://www..belkin..com/ networking or www..belkin..com/support/..

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USB Adapter Enhanced WirelessUser Manual 8820-00050eaF6D40505. .Troubleshooting Table of Contents3 Installing and Setting up the Adapter sectionsIntroduction Advantages of a Wireless NetworkBenefits of a Home Network sectionsIntroduction 1.. Placement of your Wireless Router or Access Point2.. Avoid Obstacles and Interference sections4.. Choose the “Quietest” Channel for your Wireless Network 3.. Cordless Phone PlacementIntroduction sectionsIntroduction 5.. Secure Connections, VPNs, and AOLsections Wireless roaming with a laptop around the home or office Product FeaturesDifficult-to-wire environments OverviewPackage Contents Product Specificationsb Power/Activity LED c USB ConnectorA.. Installation Process for Windows Vista Installing and Setting up the Adaptersections sections Installing and Setting up the AdapterA..5 When prompted, plug in your Adapter Installing and Setting up the AdapterTable of Contents Enhanced Wireless USB AdapterA..9 In the Control Panel, click on “View network status and tasks” A.8 To connect to the Internet, open the Network and Sharing Centerby first opening the Control Panel from the “Start” menu Installing and Setting up the Adaptersections Installing and Setting up the AdapterA.10 In the Network and Sharing Center, click on “Connect to a network” Table of Contents Installing and Setting up the AdapterEnhanced Wireless USB Adapter sectionsA..14 After connecting to the network, you can choose to save this network and connect automatically when your Adapter is in range Installing and Setting up the Adaptersections sections Installing and Setting up the Adapter“Browse” or, simply click “Next” to install to the default location B..4 A Setup Status screen lets you know where you are in thesetup process Installing and Setting up the AdapterB..5 A window may appear showing the message, “The software you B..6 When prompted, plug in your AdapterInstalling and Setting up the Adapter Table of Contentsit does, select “Install the software automatically” and click “Next” Installing and Setting up the Adapterto install the software Table of ContentsUsing the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility C..2 The Belkin Wireless Networking Utility screen will appearInstalling and Setting up the Adapter C.. Configurationsections Using the Belkin Wireless Networking UtilityLost Wireless Connection Using the Belkin Wireless Networking UtilityNetwork Status Available NetworksManaging Wireless Network Profiles Network Status and Solution TipsUsing the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility sectionsUsing the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility Connecting to a Secure Wi-Fi Networksections sections Using the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility1. Click the “WPS Connect” button Table of Contents Using the Belkin Wireless Networking UtilityEnhanced Wireless USB Adapter sections2. Note the PIN number listed and click on “Connect” Using Wi-Fi Protected Setup PIN - Personal Identification NumberUsing the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility sections4. You are now connected to the router 3. On the computer that is already connected to the router, accessUsing the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility Table of ContentsWireless Networking Utility Help Wireless Networking Utility OptionsUsing the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility sectionsUsing the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility Advanced Diagnostic ToolsTable of Contents Enhanced Wireless USB AdapterProblem TroubleshootingSolution sectionsProblem TroubleshootingSolution ProblemProblem TroubleshootingSolution ProblemProblem TroubleshootingSolution ProblemProblem TroubleshootingSignal strength is poor SolutionProblem TroubleshootingSolution ProblemTechnical Support What’s the difference between 802.11g and draft 802.11n?Troubleshooting sectionsNumber CountryInternet adress TroubleshootingFCC Statement InformationFederal Communications Commission Notice ModificationsWhat this warranty covers Belkin International, Inc.., Limited Lifetime Product WarrantyWhat will we do to correct problems? What is not covered by this warranty?Enhanced Wireless USB Adapter Table of ContentsInformation sectionsHow state law relates to the warranty How to get serviceInformation sectionsBelkin GmbH Belkin SASExpress Business Park 130 rue de Silly