Cable Forum - View Single Post - 50M Channel Width/Channel: 20MHz or 40MHz

AndyCalling · 12-01-2012, 16:45

No it doesn't, it depends whether you have neighbours or not. Using a 40Mhz channel in 2.4Ghz mode is like turning your stereo up to 11. Fine if you live on a farm, otherwise very bad form. Remember, the spectrum is not yours alone, we have to share.

40Mhz is only suitable for 5Ghz mode in built up areas, and any 5Ghz dongle will be able to support it. If my neighbour tried this kind of inconsiderate trick in 2.4Ghz mode for anything other than short one off tasks then you can be sure he would be getting a visit from me. Don't be a WiFi hooligan.

12-01-2012, 16:45	#3
AndyCalling Inactive Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Southampton (Switch PT2) Services: Fixed phone service (inclusive weekend calls) & internet service (200/12meg) Posts: 493	Re: Channel Width/Channel: 20MHz or 40MHz No it doesn't, it depends whether you have neighbours or not. Using a 40Mhz channel in 2.4Ghz mode is like turning your stereo up to 11. Fine if you live on a farm, otherwise very bad form. Remember, the spectrum is not yours alone, we have to share. 40Mhz is only suitable for 5Ghz mode in built up areas, and any 5Ghz dongle will be able to support it. If my neighbour tried this kind of inconsiderate trick in 2.4Ghz mode for anything other than short one off tasks then you can be sure he would be getting a visit from me. Don't be a WiFi hooligan.