How to achieve maximum Wi-Fi speed
Keenetic Air is an AC1200 Dual Band Smart Wi-Fi
Router. It provides link rate of 867 Mbps in the
5 GHz band and 300 Mbps in the 2.4 GHz band.
The link rate depends on Wi-Fi features supported
by a client device, including standard, number
of spatial streams and channel bandwidth.
The maximum link rate of 867 Mbps is available for
802.11ac capable devices that have 2x2 type Wi-Fi
radio and configured to use 80 MHz channel width.
Please note, that according to the requirements
of the Wi-Fi Alliance, wireless devices can
automatically choose 20 MHz channel width in
the 2.4 GHz band, and since many smartphones
and tablets are equipped with a 1x1 type Wi-Fi
adapter, they will connect at rates up to 72 Mbps
and the actual speed of Internet access will
not exceed 40 Mbps. The current link rate of
connected devices is indicated in Keenetic’s
web interface and in My.Keenetic mobile app.
The actual speed of a Wi-Fi network depends on
the number of devices, their distance from the
Keenetic, and interference. In the 2.4 GHz band
the strongest interference comes from microwave
ovens, baby monitors, and other (neighboring)
networks — in such circumstances, we recommend
selecting 20 MHz channel width in the Keenetic’s
Wi-Fi settings. For critical connections, use
the less congested 5 GHz band, but keep in
mind that the network range in it is physically
smaller and is weakened by any obstacles.
For efficient Wi-Fi operation,
follow these guidelines:
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Install the Keenetic in a room where you want
to ensure the fastest wireless connection. Concrete
walls greatly reduce the network speed.
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Position the Keenetic antennas vertically so the
signal propagates in a horizontal plane.
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To make the Wi-Fi network available outdoors,
for example around your cottage, place the
Keenetic by the window overlooking the part of
the grounds where you plan to use Wi-Fi most of
the time.
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IEEE 802.11n allows the use of an open network
or a network with WPA2 AES security (enabled
by default). If you select WEP or WPA protection,
maximum Wi-Fi speed will be reduced to 54 Mbps.
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Install updates for all your wireless devices and
laptops.
