Product Description
The MTK MT7612UN is a dual-band Wi-Fi chip designed to meet the needs of modern wireless networking. It operates on both the 2.4GHz and 5GHz frequency bands, providing flexibility and performance for a variety of network environments. The 2.4GHz band is well-suited for long-range connectivity and tasks like web browsing or emailing, while the 5GHz band offers faster speeds and reduced interference, making it ideal for demanding applications such as HD video streaming, gaming, and large file downloads.
Supporting the Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) standard, the MT7612UN offers higher speeds and greater network capacity compared to older Wi-Fi technologies. The Wi-Fi 5 standard allows for faster data rates and improved overall performance, even in high-traffic environments. This makes it an excellent choice for use in smart homes, offices, or public hotspots where multiple devices are connected simultaneously.
One of the key advantages of the MT7612UN is its support for MU-MIMO (Multi-User, Multiple Input, Multiple Output), which allows the chip to communicate with multiple devices at the same time. This multi-user support significantly reduces network congestion and improves overall efficiency, especially in environments where there are many connected devices. Additionally, the MT7612UN features beamforming technology, which enhances the Wi-Fi signal by directing it toward specific devices, thus improving signal strength, coverage, and network reliability. This is particularly beneficial in larger spaces or areas where there are obstructions that can interfere with the signal.
For wired networking, the MT7612UN includes Gigabit Ethernet support, ensuring fast and stable connections for devices that need to be hardwired to the network. This is useful for high-performance applications like file sharing, gaming, or any other activity that requires a low-latency, high-throughput connection. The USB 2.0 interface further expands the chip’s capabilities, enabling easy connectivity to external devices like USB storage or other peripherals.
Security is a priority with the MT7612UN, which supports WPA3 and WPA2 encryption for secure communication over the wireless network. This ensures that the network is protected from unauthorized access, and it supports WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) for easy and secure setup of new devices.
The chip is also designed for energy efficiency, consuming minimal power while maintaining high performance. This makes the MT7612UN ideal for always-on devices like routers, access points, and mesh networking systems that need to run continuously without overloading power supplies.
Specification
Wi-Fi Networking:
Dual-band Wi-Fi: Supports both 2.4GHz and 5GHz frequencies.
Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) for faster, more reliable wireless performance.
Maximum data rates:
Up to 433 Mbps on the 2.4GHz band.
Up to 1.3 Gbps on the 5GHz band (under optimal conditions).
Wireless Features:
MU-MIMO for efficient, simultaneous communication with multiple devices.
Beamforming for better signal strength, coverage, and reliability.
QAM (Quadrature Amplitude Modulation) to support higher data rates and improve signal quality.
Memory and Processing:
Integrated memory for efficient data handling, supporting high-performance applications.
I/O Interfaces:
Gigabit Ethernet support for high-speed wired networking.
USB 2.0 for peripheral device connections.
Security:
Support for WPA3 and WPA2 encryption, ensuring secure wireless communication.
WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) for easy and secure device connection.
Power Management:
Low power consumption, making it suitable for devices that need to operate continuously, such as routers and access points.
