CWNA Regulatory Frameworks & Compliance 3

Question 1

Under FCC rules, what is the maximum conducted output power for a client device (STA) operating in the 2.4 GHz band?

Accepted Answer

1 W (30 dBm)

Answer

FCC Part 15.247 allows up to 1 W (30 dBm) conducted output power for 2.4 GHz spread-spectrum devices.

Question 2

What is the antenna gain rule for 2.4 GHz point-to-multipoint systems under FCC Part 15?

Accepted Answer

For every 1 dBi gain above 6 dBi, reduce conducted power by 1 dB

Answer

FCC Part 15.247 requires a 1 dB reduction in conducted power for each 1 dBi of antenna gain above 6 dBi for point-to-multipoint links.

Question 3

Which organization maintains the IEEE 802.11 standard and its amendments?

Accepted Answer

IEEE

Answer

The IEEE 802.11 Working Group develops and maintains all 802.11 amendments such as 802.11ax and 802.11be.

Question 4

A vendor's Wi-Fi device displays a 'CE' mark. What does this signify?

Accepted Answer

The device conforms to EU directives and can be sold in the European Economic Area

Answer

The CE mark is the manufacturer's declaration that the product complies with all applicable EU directives, enabling market access in the EEA.

Question 5

Which FCC enforcement action can result from operating a Wi-Fi device that causes harmful interference?

Accepted Answer

Notice of Apparent Liability (NAL) for forfeiture

Answer

The FCC may issue a Notice of Apparent Liability (NAL) proposing a monetary forfeiture as the primary enforcement mechanism for Part 15 violations.

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