How Wi-Fi 6E Will Upgrade Your Network Experience
Wi-Fi 6E is here, and it’s big. Due to the opening of the 6GHz spectrum that Wi-Fi 6 does not deliver this will deliver faster speeds, lower latency and more security across your network.
Wi-Fi 6E Quick Facts
6 GHZ BAND
NEW 6GHz band for Wi-Fi, with enhanced performance for high-bandwidth applications and new mesh use cases
3X BANDWIDTH CAPACITY
Increasing to 3X as many available Wi-Fi channels, supporting low-latency applications and creating improved user experiences across the network
INTERFERENCE-FREE SPECTRUM
Reducing congestion with unused 6GHz spectrum, improving critical applications, device reliability and security
WiFi 6 versus Wi-Fi 6E
| Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 6E Advantage | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Key Features | OFDMA (UL/DL) MU-MIMO (UL/DL) TWT BSS Coloring 1024 QAM |
All features of Wi-Fi 6 included | All Wi-Fi 6 features that improve performance, speed, coverage, efficiency, power savings are included in Wi-Fi 6E and further enhanced due to the ability to operate in 6 GHz band |
| Frequency Bands | 2.4GHz 5GHz |
2.4 GHz 5 GHz 6 GHz |
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| Security Standards | WPA3 (Optional) Enhanced Open (Optional) |
WPA3 (Mandatory) Enhanced Open (Mandatory) |
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| Maximum 20MHz channels available | 28 channels* (across 2.4 and 5 GHz) |
87 channels * (across 2.4, 5, and 6 GHz) |
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Wi-Fi 6 and 6E – The Smart Choice
- Comprehensive guide to Wi-Fi 6 technologies and benefits including OFDMA, BSS Coloring, and MU-MIMO
- Exciting details about using Wi-Fi in the 6 GHz spectrum
- Real-world design and deployment considerations
- Why high efficiency is the game changer over high capacity
- Wi-Fi 6 and 6E for Dummies: A free eBook reference guide
