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greminn

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#115220 18-Mar-2013 13:22
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Hi There,

We have just got our shiny new UFB connection sorted and old WIFI adaptor is just a 802.11g, so i was going to get a 802.11n one until we have sorted network cabling.. According to http://www.orcon.net.nz/support/gfaq_page/orcon_genius_tech_specs the genius will do "up to 300Mbps"... my question is: In the real world, is it worth paying a extra $20 or so for a up to 300Mbps wifi adaptor over a 150Mbps one?

PS: computer has direct line of sight to the modem about 30m away.

Many thanks.

Simon

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  #783443 18-Mar-2013 13:45
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Dual-N is your best bet then.  Make sure you scan with something like inSSIDer to scan for free channels, and set the channel manually on the Genius, make sure 20/40Mhz is set, and make sure all devices are 802.11n.  FYI the antenna are in the top of the unit, one vertical, one horizontal, it works best if standing up (on it's stand or wall-mounted) and facing your device.

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