Q: wifi G versus N setting

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My MacBook is running PHY 802.11G. My router is an "N" router, (ASUS RT N 10+). Why is my Mac using G when it is A,B,G and N compatible? Is there a way to change the MacBook wifi adapter to use 802.11N so that I can get the best out of my router.

Thanks for your ideas and tips.

Barbara

MacBook, WIFI adapter 802.11 a/b/g/n

Posted on Dec 25, 2014 12:11 PM

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Mike Sombrio Dec 25, 2014 1:18 PM in response to barbarafromnanoose bay
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Dec 25, 2014 1:18 PM in response to barbarafromnanoose bay

Does this help? How to tell if 802.11n-enabling software is installed - Apple Support
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Dec 25, 2014 1:20 PM in response to barbarafromnanoose bay

Or this Macbook refuses to use 802.11n?
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barbarafromnanoose bay Dec 25, 2014 4:30 PM in response to Mike Sombrio
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Dec 25, 2014 4:30 PM in response to Mike Sombrio

Mike,
Thanks for the links. I tracked down the option on my router to select "N" only. My Mac and my PC Laptop are both running on 802.11N now. :-)
It will be interesting to see if there is any significant improvement in speeds and performance. I am particularly having connectivity trouble between my Mac and my Bose SoundlinkAir wireless speaker. fingers crossed!
Barbara
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