Is wireless 802.11n better than Draft-n?

I have altered my network following new supply of optical-fibre connection and have found a speed slowdown which may be due to one old Airport Express in the network which is rated as 'Draft-n'. Will it be worth upgrading this unit to a new on rated as 802.11n?

Will it be worth upgrading this unit to a new on rated as 802.11n?
Not really, if this is all that you are looking at, since the standards adopted were essentially the same as "Draft-n".
However, the dual band capability of the new Express will allow you to use both the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands simultaneously. If you are using dual band AirPort routers elsewhere on your network, the new Express version will provide the same simultaneous dual band wireless performance.

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Does the latest Time Capsule broadcast 802.11n better than original?

I'm in a 1700 sq ft house with my original 500 GB Time Capsule upstairs and a MacBook Pro unibody downstairs in the living room. With 802.11n only or 802.11n/g/b enabled on the TC, the MacBook Pro can't detect a network.
Would a new Time Capsule broadcast the 802.11n significantly better than the original in this situation?

Bob Timmons wrote:
The newer version of the Time Capsule has an "improved" antenna design that may help things a bit. But, if you have no signal now, I very much doubt that a new Time Capsule would provide you with a usable signal in your situation, given the information in your post.
Have you verified that the MacBook Pro is working correctly? Can you get a good signal when it is close to the Time Capsule?
Yes.
If things check out when the MacBook is close to the Time Capsule, then this would indicate that you have too many obstructions...walls, ceilings, etc. between the Time Capsule and the MacBook when it is downstairs.
Yes, if I set the TC to 802.11n/b/g or 802.11n only, the MacBook Pro won't see the network. If I set the TC to 802.11g only, it shows full signal strength. This isn't surprising to me, as I have an older Airport Express whose signal also could be easily picked up downstairs.
Is there such a difference in range between 802.11n and 802.11g?
You may want to consider an AirPort Express to position it at an approximate mid-point between the Time Capsule and downstairs so that it can "extend" the wireless signal downstairs.
To get an idea if this might work, move your MacBook to a position that is 1/2 to 2/3 of the distance from the Time Capsule to the downstairs area where you want to use the MacBook. If you can get a good signal on the MacBook at that point, this means that an AirPort Express should receive a good signal as well so that it can "extend" the wireless network.
It's never possible to predict performance in advance, so if you want to try the AirPort Express, it would be a good idea to know the store's return policy in case things don't work as well as hoped.
Thanks.

Problems connecting on Wireless 802.11n with my T61 with Intel Wireless AGN

Hi, I live in Thailand and have a similar problem as others with my Intel Wireless AGN connection as others. I have a D-Link Model DSL-2740B Rangebooster N ADSL2/2+ Modem Router. It is supposed to support 802.11n draft wireless connections of up to a maximum of 270 MBPS versus 54 MBPS for 802-11G wireless. Of course, I don't expect it to reach the maximum transfer speed, particularly here in Thaiand, however I would expect it to produce results better than the 54 MBPS rate for 802-11G. I first tried it on my ThinkPad T61 which incorporates Intel® Wireless WiFi Link 4965AGN. When connected, it shows a speed of 54MBPS (802-11G) instead of higher wireless 802-11n speeds. I've upgraded my router to the latest firmware and have tried different configurations with no improvement in performance. One think I have noted is that when I make an on-line configuration change to my router configuration then select "apply", immediately my ThinkPad rate changes to 150 MBPS momentarily then my connection is lost (to be expected as the router changes are being implemented), followed by reconnection of wireless signal only to return at 54 MBPS again. I also have an older ThinkPad model without built-in wireless capability so I purchased a Belkin wireless 802.11n USB adapter to connect to my router. Again, the maximum connection is at 54 MBPS. When I repeat configuration changes to my router as I did above, my ThinkPad connection momentarily changes to only 1 MBPS instead of 150 MBPS as in my other T61 ThinkPad then reverts back to 54 MBPS once the configuration changes have been completed. Has anyone successfully used wireless 802.11n successfully at the higher transfer rates (above 54 MBPS)? Is it possible that my TOT Goldcyber connection speed is artificially limited? I notice that my rated speed for my desktop computer connected to my same D-Link DSL-2740B only indicates a rated speed of 100 MBPS. I use Vista Home Premium 64-bit on my destop, Vista Home Premium 32-bit on my ThinkPad T61, but us Windows XP Professional on my older ThinkPad. I feel that my problem is either with my ADSL carrier (TOT) or compatibility with my D-Link DSL-2740B Modem Router and my ThinkPad T61 internal wireless card and/or Belkin wireless n USB adapter. IT-City is letting me swap out the Belkin USB for the D-Link Rangebooster n DWA-140 USB adapter next week when they restock. The only other think that I can think of is that wireless n just doesn't work in Thailand and that maybe I should just stick with wireless G and go with a higher powered wireless USB model such as the business rated EmGenius EUB 362 EXT. Has anyone used this model and had good success with it; I've heard that it is a long range model and has the capability of reaching 108 MBPS through some sort of magic? Looking forward to reading your replies and possible solution.
Pattayadavid

Hi!
Intel Wi-Fi cards support full 802.11n speed of 300 Mb/s working at 5 GHz range only. Your D-Link DSL-2740B works only in 2.4 GHz range. So to get 300 Mb/s you have to get another wi-fi router that supports 802.11n in both 2.4 and 5 GHz, for instance Lynksys WRT610N or Apple Airport Extreme or whatever.

Range Extender not working on Wireless 802.11n

I've started a new topic to ensure this gets the correct attention. For the back story see this forum topic. http://community.linksys.com/t5/Range-Expanders/Can-t-find-Range-Extender-after-installing-firmware-...
Long story short the RE1000 Range Extender is not working (connecting, extending) on Wireless 802.11n after the firmware upgrade. As a result the device is not useful because the devices that attempt to connect to it are NOT expecting the wireless level to change and thus just get stuck in limbo land.
My wifi network (as of writing this) SSID is called "SeriesOfTubez" and is broadcasting on b/g/n. However as you can see by the wireless network survey (from the router) all other devices connect on "n" but the RE1000 is only connecting/broadcasting on "b/g" (not "n")
Is there a setting somewhere to force it to use "n" or does Cisco/Linksys need to fix the firmware again to get it right? or do I need to take the unit back to the store and buy another brand that properly supports 802.11n?

Great to hear that, Steve. Keep your eyes open and observe your connection. Don't worry, Linksys Support is available 24/7. I've had a number of great support experiences from them even at ungodly hours!

Broadcom Wireless 802.11n low Mbs speed

Hello All,
I just picked up a refurbished G500 and overall I'm pretty happy with it...with one major exception. The #1 criteria when I was laptop shopping was that it provided 802.11n support (my old laptop was just 'g').
Anyway, long story short, I am not experiencing any connectivity issues however I'm lucky if I connect at anything above 55 Mb/s. I switched over to my 802.11g router and my connection speed dropped down to 5 mb/s... so there is obviously an issue.
All suggestions are welcome, but let me rule out the typical initial responses:
* I have a Dell laptop that connects to my 802.11n router at 150Mbs so I know the router is fine
* I have tried the generic Windows Broadcom Driver
* I have tried the Lenovo Broadcom Driver for Win 7
* I have tried the Lenovo Broadcom Driver for Win 8
* I have tried the Lenovo Broadcom Driver for Win 8.1
Also note that I'm in I.T. but wireless isn't my strong point. When I first got the G500 before I did anything to it (so OEM image) the wireless connected low (Think the highest I saw it was 72 Mbs at one point).
I have since wiped that laptop and installed my own copy of Win 8 Pro (and then Win 8.1 Pro Update) and still getting the same speed.
So I feel like I have pretty much ruled out any OS issues (since I've been on 3 at this point). Drivers are always a possibility but I've tried everyone out there. And of course Hardware would be my last thought although it works.. just not that fast.
I'm also wondering:
* Is this card (Broadcom vendor Device ID 4727) even able to connect at that speed.
* Is the G500 wired with the required antenna's to get even 150 Mbs. From my understanding you must have 2 in and 1 out to get 150 but I could be wrong.
Oh, and as a last resort, would just replacing the stock WLAN with a better aftermarket be an option?

I have same problem with you when first use Broadcom 11n wireless card (only got constant 39Mbps). But I've fixed by changed wireless channel in wireless router to less intensity channel (1 or 2...) and set Broadcom driver option "Bandwidth Capability" to "11b/g:20/40Mhz". After that I can get wireless speed from 135 Mbps to 150Mbps.

Why does my $40 wireless phone work better than my airport?

I have a $40 wireless phone... ge... 2.4ghz... that works in any room in my home.
I have an $200 airport that doesn't work more than 10 feet away...
What is the difference that makes one work so much better than the other?
Are they completely differenct technologies, and if so, why wouldn't apple use the better one?
Don't get me wrong, I love apple and I love the airport when I am in the same room with it, but just don't understand why it can't work through a wall.
agp g4 1 ghz - titanium powerbook - airport Mac OS X (10.4.8)
agp g4 Mac OS X (10.4.2)

There are several things that affect wireless technology all through the spectrum of Bluetooth, LAN's, WAN's
Here is a site that covers all aspects of the technology. This should answer any questions you have.
http://wireless.utk.edu/overview.html
Don

Wireless 802.11N

I just read about the Wireless N technology, truely amzing stuff. Just a question, if the technology has been around for so long, why does apple not use it in their laptops?

Did some research into this topic. Turns out some, if not all of the MacBook Pro's with the Core 2 Duo processor have a new Airport card manufactured by D-Link that supports 802.11n. I set my router to just use 802.11n but the MacBook did not connect, I later find out that Mac OS X doesn't have a driver that supports 802.11n.
Maybe Leopard will introduce this new wireless standard.

Z61p wireless 802.11n

Hello,
maybe someone knows is it possible to upgrade my thinkpad with wireless card which support 802.11n?
If it is, where could I look for more info or maybe someone even knows wireless card part code?

AFAIK, Z61p was never offered with a "n" card.
Now, you can get around that with a modded BIOS. However, I haven't seen one for your machine type anywhere.
Good luck.
Cheers,
George
In daily use: R60F, R500F, T61, T410
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Wireless 802.11n card for iMac G5

I am running a 802.11n wireless network (linksys) with WPA Personal security. Is there any USB or internal adapter to allow a wireless connection to my home network. I have a iMac G5 Power mac 8.2 and the airport card worked fine with the g class network? Apple's official stance is that they do not provide or support any external or 3rd party device to assist. They suggest I drop back dwon to a g network. So much for cutting edge...

rottencore, Welcome to the discussion area!
There is no internal solution. For an external USB solution, look at Quickertek.

Compatible Gigabit Wireless 802.11n Routers?

Hi,
Is anyone aware which currently available routers with gigabit ports & 802.11n are proven to work with .n enabled MacBook Pros?
I realise that depending on where you are in the world, not too many are even on the market as yet but I've read about a few, namely the Linksys WRVS4400 and the D-LINK DIR655 which are available but I can't find out if they will actually work with the MacBooks. Linksys are also bringing out what look like 2 great routers in the near future (WRT350N & WRT330N) but again, who's to say if they will actually work with non-Linksys kit.
Any experiences appreciated.
Cheers
Macbook Pro C2D, 2.33GHz Mac OS X (10.4.8)

Apple's new Extreme Base Station.
Its not gigabit though, is it...?

Wireless 802.11n on macbook with Leoopard

I m using Macbook core 2 duo, 2.0ghz and 1G Ram, with installed Leopard, i do have a problem on installing the 802.11n enabler that i purchase in apple through online, previously as i was using Tiger, no problem when installing it , but after changed to Mac OS X Leopard, the setup did say that it is not compatible with smth... so any brilliant idea from u all ?? thx for helping me yea...

Leopard has the enabler built-in.
Now, whether Leopard works reliably in 802.11n mode is another matter that is being discussed in dozens of threads on this board.

Ralink Wireless 802.11n LAN Card built in

I accidentally deleted my network wireless connection I was using on my Ralink Wireless Hotspot (which is built into my Windows 7 HP Pavilion Desktop). When I try to set up a new wireless connection it never finds the connection. I know it is possible
to set up a wireless connection to this computer, but now when it scans to set up a network it picks nothing up. Could it be my Ralink Wireless card or something else. Please help me set up a wireless hot spot and/or a new wireless network connection.

Install the drivers for the hardware. You'll be able to download the same from HP's website.
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Airport Express - forcing 802.11n 5Ghz setup

I've just bought a Linksys WRT160NL 802.11n wireless router and and attempting to force the Airport Express to use 802.11n rather than g. When I configure the AE, I join the existing network. There seems to be no way that I can configure it to use n/5Ghz.
Any suggestions?

Welcome to the discussions!
From your post, it sounds like you might have an older "g" AirPort Express. Might that be the case? If so, it would not be able to join an "n" wireless network.
To confirm, open AirPort Utility and click on Manual Setup for the Express. Then click on the Wireless tab to display the settings page. Hold down the option key while you click on the Radio Mode selection box. If you do not see any "n" options, you have a "g" Airport Express.
Are you trying to "extend" the wireless network created by the Linksys? I'm afraid this won't work even if you do have an "n" Express because it will only "extend" a wireless network created by other compatible Apple base stations.

Does Airport Extreme still function at 802.11ac if an 802.11n device is connected to network?

I have an Airport Extreme and iPhone 6 which both operate on 802.11ac. I have noticed when an 802.11n device (DVD player) is also connected to my network my connection rate on my iPhone 6 drops to 802.11n rather than the faster 802.11ac. All of the literature I have read states that Airport Extreme is capable of transmitting at both 2.4ghz and 5ghz simultaneously (I have no questions about that), however is Airport Extreme incapable of transmitting to both 802.11ac and 802.11n devices simultaneously? If so, why did I spend all that money on a router that boasts 802.11ac technology but slows to 802.11n if an 802.11n device is connected?

It should do both at once.. AC is only on 5ghz and I highly doubt the DVD player is using 5ghz.. however you might need to force the phone to connect to 5ghz.. as it will always join the strongest signal not the best or fastest wireless..
So simply set two wireless names.. eg AE24ghz for the 2.4ghz and AE5ghz for the 5ghz band.. whatever you name it include the freq as it makes it easier to know what is going on.
Then force the phone to join the 5ghz and it should work just fine at AC speed. Even as the DVD is running on 2.4ghz. Of course if bandwidth is consumed by both and your internet is limited it may reduce your speed to well below N wireless even.

Current MacBook Pros Now Upgraded to 802.11n Networking - Software Upgrade

"These Mac computers support 802.11n in the new AirPort Extreme Base Station using the included enabler software:
iMac with Intel Core 2 Duo (except 17-inch, 1.83GHz iMac)
MacBook with Intel Core 2 Duo
MacBook Pro with Intel Core 2 Duo
Mac Pro with AirPort Extreme card option"

and the new airport handles 802.11a in addition to the ones already mentioned above in the prior post...
Also, although 802.11n is still draft, Apple pushed this out (as they did with draft-g) hoping they have the right technology for the soon to be finialized spec. The hopes are usually that the hardware remains the same and if there are slight alterations, that a simple firmware update will fix it... Obviously it is always a risk, but chances are it will workout in the end, because imagine if it didn't! It would be bad for consumers and for apple. Hmmm you just bought our $180 router that we were wrong on, and now we are releasing an entirely new one, sorry. This will most likely not happen.
BTW Apple TV doesn't really impress me, I was praying Apple would come out with DVR like ability... Sense they do not have such I still think Windows Media Center, and TIVO, have an edge for people who do not like to buy non-HD quality shows that can be HD for free over the airwaves... Just my random tangent for the day.
-TM

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