3.2. Link Status Tab
The Link Status tab displays the current association information about the Adapters connection with a wireless network. (see Figure
Figure 3-9. Link Status
Description of items in Figure
Status: Shows current link status. “No Link” will appear on the screen when no connection is available. Otherwise, SSID and BSSID of a link will appear.
Channel: The current channel number used by the Adapter.
Link Speed: Transmission rate (transferring and receiving) at which data is transferred between Stations with Adapter and AP. The speed will adjust according to different modes (802.11b, 11g or mixed) and distance.
Throughput: Displays the transmitting (Tx) and receiving (Rx) bytes per second.
Link Quality: Measures quality of the link according to the quality of received AP signal.
Signal Strength: Measures signal strength received by RF signal processor and displays the signal strength in dBm.
Noise Level: Noise level during connection.
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