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02-12-2017 03:11 PM
I'm configuring a computer and want to know which networking option is best: 802.11a/b/g/n/ac (1x1) or (2x2) for $20 more?
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02-12-2017 03:25 PM - edited 02-12-2017 03:31 PM
@fitrich1, welcome to the forum.
The 1x1 wireless card is single band (2.4 GHz). The 2x2 is dual band (2.4 GHz / 5.0 GHz). I recommend the 2x2 AC card. This allows you to use 5.0 if it is available.
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02-12-2017 03:25 PM - edited 02-12-2017 03:31 PM
@fitrich1, welcome to the forum.
The 1x1 wireless card is single band (2.4 GHz). The 2x2 is dual band (2.4 GHz / 5.0 GHz). I recommend the 2x2 AC card. This allows you to use 5.0 if it is available.
Please click the Thumbs up + button if I have helped you and click Accept as Solution if your problem is solved.
I am not an HP Employee!!
Intelligence is God given. Wisdom is the sum of our mistakes!!