March 17, 2010 at 18:19Yota Spring Updates
Yota has updated programs that enable devices to work on the mobile WiMAX network.
Available for download is the new YotaAccess 1.5.1 release - a version for laptops with built-in Intel WiMAX-module and a new version of software for ASUS Mobile WiMAX / Wi-Fi Center router.
The new version YotaAccess 1.5.1 for laptops with built-in WiMAX-module Intel Echo Peak aka Intel 5150/5350 will appear in auto-update format from March 18. The updated version improves the reliability and stability of laptops with both the previous WiMAX / Wi-Fi module and the new Intel Kilmer Peak aka Intel 6250 module, which first appeared in Sony VAIO models. Improved Wi-Fi integration is provided by the new Intel Wi-Fi version 13.1.1, which is also contained in the update.
Intel Echo Peak and Intel Kilmer Peak. Comparison of characteristics.
Intel Echo Peak (5150)
Specifications
• Size - full size and half size
• Category 4 - 13Mbps downlink, 3Mbps uplink
• Frequency spectrum: 2.5 GHz
• Noise reduction - no
Intel Kilmer Peak (6250)
Specifications
• Size - half size
• Category 5 - 20Mbps downlink, 6Mbps uplink
• Frequency spectrum: 2.3 GHz, 2.5 GHz, 3.5 GHz
• There is noise reduction (the main difference from Echo Peak is the best signal quality (CINR) with a high noise figure)
ASUS Mobile WiMAX / Wi-Fi Center
From the beginning of March, a new version of the software for ASUS Mobile WiMAX / Wi-Fi Center is also available, which increased the stability of the device.
Installing new firmware is done via the device’s web interface using the “Firmware Update” button. At the same time, a new version of the software can be installed both from a computer (after downloading it by reference ) and automatically, from an update server if the computer is currently connected to the network.
Detailed instructions for updating the firmware can be found on page 31 of the User Guide .
Available for download is the new YotaAccess 1.5.1 release - a version for laptops with built-in Intel WiMAX-module and a new version of software for ASUS Mobile WiMAX / Wi-Fi Center router.
The new version YotaAccess 1.5.1 for laptops with built-in WiMAX-module Intel Echo Peak aka Intel 5150/5350 will appear in auto-update format from March 18. The updated version improves the reliability and stability of laptops with both the previous WiMAX / Wi-Fi module and the new Intel Kilmer Peak aka Intel 6250 module, which first appeared in Sony VAIO models. Improved Wi-Fi integration is provided by the new Intel Wi-Fi version 13.1.1, which is also contained in the update.
Intel Echo Peak and Intel Kilmer Peak. Comparison of characteristics.
Intel Echo Peak (5150)
Specifications
• Size - full size and half size
• Category 4 - 13Mbps downlink, 3Mbps uplink
• Frequency spectrum: 2.5 GHz
• Noise reduction - no
Intel Kilmer Peak (6250)
Specifications
• Size - half size
• Category 5 - 20Mbps downlink, 6Mbps uplink
• Frequency spectrum: 2.3 GHz, 2.5 GHz, 3.5 GHz
• There is noise reduction (the main difference from Echo Peak is the best signal quality (CINR) with a high noise figure)
ASUS Mobile WiMAX / Wi-Fi Center
From the beginning of March, a new version of the software for ASUS Mobile WiMAX / Wi-Fi Center is also available, which increased the stability of the device.
Installing new firmware is done via the device’s web interface using the “Firmware Update” button. At the same time, a new version of the software can be installed both from a computer (after downloading it by reference ) and automatically, from an update server if the computer is currently connected to the network.
Detailed instructions for updating the firmware can be found on page 31 of the User Guide .