What Is MU-MIMO? Wi-Fi Term Explained

We live in an era when technology is making leap after leap toward a faster, more connected world. It’s not surprising that Wi-Fi is making the next leap with the introduction of MU-MIMO, or Multi-User Multiple-Input, Multiple-Output. Put simply, this enables Wi-Fi routers to simultaneously transmit data to multiple devices quickly and efficiently.  

How MU-MIMO Works

Smartphones, streaming television, computers and other devices take turns accessing your router. It’s subtle and easy to miss, but you may notice slower downloads, lag, choppy streaming, and similar. MU-MIMO resolves these issues by allowing any device connected via Wi-Fi 5 or Wi-Fi 6 to access the Wi-Fi at the same time. This enhances performance, improves efficiency, and more.  

5 Benefits of MU-MIMO for Businesses

There are many benefits to upgrading your Wi-Fi to incorporate MU-MIMO. These include the following that can give your business a significant advantage:

1. Increased productivity

Enhanced access translates to greater productivity for your teams and faster access for your clients. This means your teams will be able to share greater volumes of information and clients will be able to place orders and access essential information faster.  

2. Faster Signal Speed

Faster signal speed eliminates bottlenecks. Devices are capable of getting on and off the network faster which allows your network to service more devices without negatively impacting data throughput. Moreover, it can improve the performance of legacy devices, including smartphones, laptops, and tablets. This occurs in part because Wave 2-enabled systems will use the 5-GHz band, which frees up space within the 2.4-GHz band. 

3. Simpler Setup

Setup for MU-MIMO is fairly straightforward. You will need a router or viable access point capable of supporting the 802.11ac Wave 2 standard. Once installed, it’s as simple as activating the appropriate settings. 

4. Improved Video & Sound Quality

MU-MIMO reduces latency and improves performance for common activities that can eat up bandwidth. This is especially helpful when streaming video, conducting video conferences, attending webinars, and other data-intense activities. The increased rate of data transfer practically eliminates the potential for buffering and freezing. This allows everyone to focus on what’s being discusses without having to worry about the connection breaking. 

5. Versatility

One of the key advantages of MU-MIMO is that it helps ensure your business is ready to incorporate tomorrow’s latest technologies. Whether it’s a new smartphone, laptop, tablet, security camera, or other Wi-Fi enabled device, adopting MU-MIMO now ensures your new devices will be able to deliver the performance you desire and require. This makes it a cost-effective investment in the future of your company and the capabilities you can harness to achieve your goals.

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