Fixed Wireless Capable of Providing MDUs With Gigabit Speeds: Report

"The Broadband Forum has published a new technical report describing how a single 5G fixed wireless access (FWA) connection can provide multiple tenants with gigabit broadband connections by reusing the building's existing infrastructure. Fixed wireless handles this complexity by making a connection over a radio link for communications between a base station and user equipment, such as 5G modems, that are typically installed in the apartment."

"Fixed wireless handles this complexity by making a connection over a radio link for communications between a base station and user equipment, such as 5G modems, that are typically installed in the apartment. According to the Broadband Forum report, a fixed wireless 5G network is suitable to provide broadband services with a high-level of coverage for radio frequencies under 6 GHz. However, for gigabit-level or multi-gigabit speeds, broadband service providers should make use of high-band "Frequency Range 2" 5G mmWave spectrum at 24-40 GHz."

Single 5G fixed wireless access (FWA) connections can serve multiple tenants with gigabit broadband by reusing existing building infrastructure such as twisted pair, telephone wiring, or coaxial cables from attic or basement. Fixed wireless uses radio links between base stations and user equipment like 5G modems installed in apartments. Frequencies under 6 GHz provide broad coverage, while 24–40 GHz mmWave (Frequency Range 2) enables gigabit and multi-gigabit speeds. Reusing in‑building cabling permits reaching units without fiber, reduces operating costs, simplifies management, and improves efficient use of 5G resources for multifamily properties.

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