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Recently tested Yes
Date tested November 2011
Specification
Standard The Wi-Fi standard the device uses. Wireless N certification is the latest wireless standard and claims a maximum data rate of 248Mbps, compared to 54Mbps offered by the Wireless G standard. N
Built in modem If you receive your internet connection over your BT telephone line, you need a modem to connect to the internet. Some routers - known as ADSL routers - have a built-in modem. If you connect through a cable provider (Virgin), you don't need a router with a built in modem. Yes
Dual band Dual band routers can operate on both the 2.4GHz and the 5GHz band. Some can broadcast two wireless signals simultaneously which can provide faster speeds. However, the 5GHz band only works with compatible devices. No
Ethernet speed This indicates the speed at which data transfers across a wired network (ethernet) connection. There are two alternatives: 100Mbps or the much faster 1000Mbps (also called gig ethernet) 100
RF power adjust Turning down the broadcast power of your wireless router means that it won't transmit as far. This allows you to limit your wireless network to your own property, for example. No
Mac compatible No
Dimensions wxhxd (mm) 185x120x60

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