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s.m.t.

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Mar 7, 2010
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I have a Time Capsule (1st gen) and currently running in 2.4 N (B/G compat mode). I want to split the G devices out so they don't slow down the N devices. Would it be better to replace the Time Capsule with a new dual band version, or just buy an Airport Express or Extreme. I would like to have both show up as one SSID, but at the very least I want both to operate as a single VLAN network...

What's the better way to go?
 
I have a linksys duel band and it works great. The 5 ghz frequency and the 2.4 frequency are separate connections and there is a third called a guest network that you can enable.

you can restrict wireless g or n or have both on the same frequency.

my whole house including the wireless printer is on the 2.4 ghz frequency which is both n and g. the 5 ghz frequency is n only and im the only one on it hehe.

I dont know how to make it 1 ssid though. the networks show up as 2 different names so you know what your connecting too.
 
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Current gen extreme or tc will do what u want with ease
 
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