Using multiple radios to provide service on the same channel to support a new standard while maintaining compatibility with legacy devices
US9031020B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 26, 2012 |
| Grant date | May 12, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 6, 2033 |
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- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04W88/10
- WIPO fieldDigital communication
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
In an example embodiment, a wireless device, such as an access point, employs multiple radios that operate on the same or overlapping channels. For example, the wireless device can be upgraded with a new radio that is compatible with a newer protocol to provide service to newer clients that are capable of employing the new protocol, while also providing backwards compatibility to legacy clients.
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