GOING DOWN THE RABBIT HOLE -WHAT MAKES DKT WAVE2 SMART?

 
IS DKT WAVE2 WIFI MESH AN EXTENDER?

Yes, it is an extender, however… while a regular extender can be used to enhance the range of a Wi-Fi network, it suffers from the same restrictions as a ”Wave1” based router, and it can drastically reduce speed on your network. A regular extender can also cause the ”sticky client” problem, where you remain stuck on the extender’s connection, even though you are closer in proximity to a better access point. This happens because your router and extender cannot communicate with each other, and do not “negotiate” for which access point (router or extender) gives the best connection.
DKT WAVE2 Wi-Fi Mesh operates differently than the ordinary extender, and is far more intelligent. With it you are always connected to the access point that provides you with the best signal, or is the least loaded. If you want to increase the range of your wireless network, then simply place a new DKT WAVE2 unit where you want better coverage, and connect it to your other DKT WAVE2 Wi-Fi Mesh units / Access Points (APs). “MU-MIMO”, “beamforming” and “SON” ensure that Wave 2 WiFi can solve the issues of bad WiFi far more effectively than has been possible with previous WiFi equipment.

WHAT IS MU-MIMO?

MU-MIMO is an innovative breakthrough in the Wave2 WiFi standard, which makes it possible to have simultaneous communication with several units. This improves the total speed of the connection, and also makes multi-tasking possible on a network.
MU-MIMO will share the entire Wi-Fi spectrum that is available across multiple ”units”. This optimizes the efficiency of the Wi-Fi network while also simultaneously servicing more client units. Comparing this with the current SU-MIMO (Single User MIMO), where the network services one client at a time, and based upon the type of client, the Wi-Fi spectrum will either be completely used or part of the network will be idle, because the client is not using the entire spectrum and the technology cannot share the remaining spectrum with other clients. You can read more at: www.qualcomm.com/documents/abiresearch-importance-mu-mimo-wi-fi-ecosystem

WHAT IS SON?

Our units use the Qualcomm’s Self Organizing Network (SON) technology. It allows for connecting several Wi-Fi units in a mesh structure via a self-configuring, self-managing, self-healing and self-protecting network. This creates a robust and secure wireless network with high user-friendliness, where your Wi-Fi units continuously ensure that the connection is stable with a smooth transition between units. Our units can create the infrastructure for this technology, either via Internet cables connected to the router, wireless via Wi-Fi, or via the household’s electricity cables (Powerline).

WHY ARE MU-MIMO, SON AND BEAMFORMING IMPORTANT?

They are, because the behavior and use of the Internet has changed and the technology must match this behavior.

• Today, compared to the past, we have far more products in the home that use Wi-Fi.
• We download much larger data quantities than before.
• We watch more video over Wi-Fi via our streaming services.
• Smartphones make greater use of Wi-Fi than they do of the normal 3G or 4G network, especially in the home.
• There is far greater interference from products that use the 2.4 GHz frequency.

By using DKT WAVE2, and its MU-MIMO, SON and Beamforming technology, you acquire a network that ensures optimal performance of your broadband or fiber connection. The network identifies where your telephone or laptop is located, and focusses the signal directly to the unit, maximizing speed and stability. Wi-Fi units communicate with each other and ensure a seamless transfer when you relocate in the house where the units are connected to the network. Last but not least, the network ensures that the entire connection is used so that users experience a far more stable and strong wireless network.

RANGE OF DKT WAVE2 MESH UNITS?

The maximum range of the units will vary as the practical conditions in -and outside of the household affect the signal. A unit’s placement in relation to walls, mirrors, windows and electronics, all have significant influence on the maximum range. It is for this reason that DKT do not specify the maximum range of DKT WAVE2 mesh units. On the other hand, we do offer a 30-day satisfaction guarantee if you are not content with their performance.