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    Atheros AR5B93 setup for 802.11n

    Discussion in 'Networking and Wireless' started by Johnok2, Jul 24, 2011.

  1. Johnok2

    Johnok2 Newbie

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    I have a gateway netbook with the above wireless card. I have an 802.11n router running at 300 MBS, however the netbook will only run at 54 GBS and it will only come up in wireelss G mode.
    It is my understanding that this card is supposed to run n at 300 mps. Can anyone help me with the settings to fix this?
    Thanks
     
    Johnok2, Jul 24, 2011
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    downloads No, Dee Dee, no! Super Moderator

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    Make sure security is set to WPA2+AES otherwise it won't go above 54mbps.
     
    downloads, Jul 24, 2011
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    pitz Notebook Deity

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    What frequency band does your 802.11n WAP run at ? If its a 5GHz (ie: 802.11a) mode for the 802.11n, and has a 2.4GHz (ie: 802.11b/g radio), then it will only connect at 2.4GHz.

    You'll need to give more details on your specific setup if you want help.
     
    pitz, Jul 30, 2011
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    I read it three times and still don't get it. Maybe I need coffee but could you rephrase?
     
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    too456 Resident Angry Bird

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    I think he was asking if the wireless access point was running 802.11n on 5GHz, and 802.11a/b/g on 2.4GHz, and if so then the wireless card would only connect to 802.11g since the AR5B93 does not support the 5GHz band.
     
    too456, Aug 2, 2011
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