Chapter 2 Link Info; Transmission Rate (Transfer Rate); G-Plus; Configuring The Link Info Screen - ZyXEL Communications ZyXEL ZyAIR G-360 User Manual

2.1

Transmission Rate (Transfer Rate)

The G-360 provides various transmission (data) rate options for you to select. Options include Fully Auto,
1 Mbps, 2 Mbps, 5.5 Mbps, 11 Mbps, 6 Mbps, 9 Mbps, 12 Mbps, 18 Mbps, 22 Mbps, 24 Mbps, 36
Mbps, 48 Mbps, 54 Mbps and 125 Mbps.
In most networking scenarios, the factory default Fully Auto setting is the most efficient. This setting
allows your G-360 to operate at the highest possible transmission (data) rate. When the communication
quality drops below a certain level, the G-360 automatically switches to a lower transmission (data) rate.
Transmission at lower data speeds is usually more reliable. However, when the communication quality
improves again, the G-360 gradually increases the transmission (data) rate again until it reaches the highest
available transmission rate.
If you want to select a specific transmission rate, select one that the AP or peer wireless device supports. 1
Mbps or 2 Mbps are often used in networking environments where the range of the wireless connection is
more important than speed.
Your G-360 can transmit at 22Mbps or up to 125 Mbps when connected to a
Actual speeds attained also depend on the distance from the AP, noise, etc.

2.1.1 G-plus

G-plus is an enhancement to the IEEE 802.11g wireless standard. G-plus combines multiple frames into a
larger frame size. This increases wireless transmission speeds by allowing larger frames (up to 4 KB) to be
sent.
G-plus speed applies only to unicast traffic (not broadcast or multicast). G-plus is automatically disabled if
wireless transmission speeds fall below 11 Mbps.
2.2

Configuring the Link Info screen

When the ZyXEL Utility starts, the Link Info screen displays, showing the current configuration and
connection status of your G-360. You can also click the Link Info tab to display the screen as shown next.
Link Info
This chapter shows you detailed information about the Link Info screen.
ZyXEL g+ AP or wireless router.
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Chapter 2
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