NI unveils test solution for 802.11ac WLAN
National Instruments has announced early access support for testing next generation 802.11ac WLAN chipsets and devices.
According to NI, the test solution provides flexibility in testing 802.11ac devices in addition to testing 802.11a/b/g/n devices. It works with a wide range of signal bandwidths including 20, 40, 80 and 80+80 160MHz for both Tx and Rx for up to 4x4 MIMO configurations.
"By supporting the latest WLAN standard, 802.11ac, we are demonstrating the power of NI's software defined, modular test systems," said Dr James Truchard, president, ceo and cofounder of National Instruments. "Our modular test platform delivers faster test times and lower total cost of ownership, and by combining it with LabVIEW, we help engineers address the latest emerging wireless standards."
NI says it is working with several early access partners, including silicon suppliers, OEMs and electronic manufacturing services providers, to test the latest 802.11ac devices.
