FAQ

Yes; if the component is Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™ for the same frequency band (e.g. 2.4GHz) you can mix and match products produced by different manufacturers. The Wi-Fi Alliance tests all products independently to help ensure they are interoperable with all other Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™ products of the same frequency band and features, regardless of manufacturer.

Wi-Fi CERTIFIED n devices typically have a range of up to 200 meters and can cover an entire home with a strong Wi-Fi signal.  Another benefit of 802.11n technology is much better coverage.  Wi-Fi CERTIFIED n devices use "reflections" of the signal (from walls, etc.) to strengthen it and eliminate cold or weak spots in the signal.   

No. Wi-Fi CERTIFIED n products must be backward compatible.

802.11n is a breakthrough technology that enables Wi-Fi networks to do more, faster, and over a larger area, and Wi-Fi CERTIFIED n is a designation for 802.11n based products that indicates they have passed rigorous interoperability and security requirements.  Wi-Fi CERTIFIED n   provides the best connection available for computer networking and home entertainment applications alike - delivering the range, bandwidth, and performance today's multimedia applications and products demand. 

Key features of Wi-Fi CERTIFIED n products include: A strong Wi-Fi signal that can blanket the entire home; support for more devices connecting together on a single network without sacrificing bandwidth; use with many devices and applications without sacrificing connection performance; plenty of bandwidth to move high-definition video and audio streams from device to device throughout the home; the best user experience while using Wi-Fi devices for with voice calls, video games, and other multimedia applications; back up large files in a snap; confidence that devices from different  manufacturers will work together; tested for latest security features; and configured with "good neighbor" protocol.

Yes.  Wi-Fi CERTIFIED n devices interoperate with Wi-Fi CERTIFIED 802.11n draft 2.0 devices that use the same frequency band (2.4 or 5GHz).  However, keep in mind that Wi-Fi CERTIFIED 802.11n draft 2.0 devices may not include some of the advanced features included in Wi-Fi CERTIFIED n products.

Wi-Fi CERTIFIED n  gear is backward-compatible with Wi-Fi CERTIFIED 802.11 a/b/g and draft-n gear that operates in the same frequency bands.  When using a Wi-Fi CERTIFIED n router or access point, you will probably see some performance improvements on a mixed network, but the dramatic range and throughput improvements are only possible when both the client device (notebook computers, gaming devices, printers, cameras, etc.) and access points are Wi-Fi CERTIFIED n .

If implemented correctly, WMM Power Save will activate automatically when a Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™ for WMM Power Save client device is communicating with a Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™ for WMM Power Save access point. There is no action needed from a user.

WMM Power Save builds on the successful WMM (Wi-Fi Multimedia) program, which certifies a set of features for Wi-Fi networks to improve the user experience for voice, video, and audio applications. WMM Power Save is an optional component of the WMM program that targets power consumption when using those applications.

Yes. WMM Power Save clients can be used in legacy mode without upgrading WMM Power Save. WMM Power Save Access Points support legacy power save clients simultaneously with WMM Power Save Clients.

Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™ for WMM (Wi-Fi Multimedia) provides multimedia enhancements for Wi-Fi® networks that improve the user experience for audio, video, and voice applications.

Yes. Devices that are Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™ for WMM also must pass baseline Wi-Fi certification and will interoperate with legacy devices.

Without Quality of Service (QoS), all applications running on different devices have equal
opportunity to transmit data frames. That works well for data traffic from applications such as web browsers, file transfers, or email, but it is inadequate for multimedia applications. Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP), video streaming, and interactive gaming are highly sensitive to latency increases and throughput reductions, and require QoS. WMM defines four access categories (voice, video, best effort, and background) that are used to prioritize traffic to provide enhanced multimedia support.

The comprehensive over-the-air testing program provides detailed measurements on key parameters, described in layperson terms below. The measurements are taken in a 360-degree environment in order to create “real-world” conditions:

• Measurements to provide information about the reach of a Wi-Fi radio signal sent by a converged phone or AP, called transmit power (TRP, or Total Radiated Power)
• Measurements to provide information about how well the Wi-Fi radio can detect an incoming signal in a converged phone or AP, called receive sensitivity (TIS, or Total Isotropic Sensitivity)

In addition, the program includes:

• Measurement of the signals ahead of the Wi-Fi antenna, called conducted power and sensitivity
• Measurement of the reduction in sensitivity (desensitization) of a Wi-Fi receiver caused by the presence of an active cellular transmitter, and to ensure that the performance of the Wi-Fi receiver is within acceptable limits
• Measurements of the desensitization of a cellular receiver caused by the presence of an active Wi-Fi transmitter, and to ensure that the performance of the cellular receiver is within acceptable limits

To complete the testing a device must also be Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™ for core Wi-Fi interoperability and WPA2™ security, and CTIA certified for cellular performance.

On a Wi-Fi network with a dense Wi-Fi deployment designed to support heavy traffic loads, such as an enterprise campus, hospital or educational campus, WMM-Admission Control helps ensure that the network can support good quality voice calls before admitting the voice call traffic stream, and assigns it priority over other traffic, such as downloads, email, and other best effort traffic.

WMM-Admission Control certification is required for the Voice-Enterprise certification program.

Look for the Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™ WMM®-Admission Control designation on product packaging or check the interoperability certificate.  Users can also find products that have been Wi-Fi CERTIFIED for WMM-Admission Control by using the product search tool at www.wi-fi.org.

TDLS operates in the background of a Wi-Fi network to optimize performance, while Wi-Fi Direct-certified devices can quickly connect to one another while on the go, even when a Wi-Fi network is unavailable.  Many devices will be certified for both solutions and use them in different situations.

Two Wi-Fi CERTIFIED TDLS devices will automatically form a direct connection after linking to the Wi-Fi netowork.  No user interaction is required.

Miracast is the brand for the certification program operated by the Wi-Fi Alliance. Devices that pass this certification testing can be referred to as “Miracast devices”. Miracast certification is based on the Wi-Fi Alliance Wi-Fi Display Specification. This is the underlying technological specification developed by Wi-Fi Alliance members, and is copyrighted and owned by the Wi-Fi Alliance.

To enjoy Miracast, both the display and the source devices must be certified for Miracast. Miracast may be used on devices without embedded Wi-Fi through the use of a Miracast-certified adapter that supports an interface such as High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) or Universal Serial Bus (USB).

Miracast uses many of the building blocks that, over the years, have enriched the user experience and increased their trust in Wi-Fi, including Wi-Fi CERTIFIED n (improved throughput and coverage), Wi-Fi Direct™ (device-to-device connectivity), Wi-Fi Protected Access® 2 (WPA2™) (security), Wi-Fi Multimedia™ (WMM®) (traffic management) and Wi-Fi Protected Setup™. Some Miracast devices will also support Tunneled Direct Link Setup (TDLS), which allows them to connect via an infrastructure network.

Miracast is expected to directly benefit from continuous advances in Wi-Fi performance, such as those offered by the upcoming 5 GHz program, based on 802.11ac.

For video, Miracast supports the ITU-T H.264 video codec (AKA Advanced Video Coding [AVC]) for high-definition video.  It supports the Constrained Baseline Profile (CBP) and the Miracast-specific Constrained High Profile (CHP), at levels ranging from 3.1 to 4.2. Supported display resolutions include common Consumer Electronics Association (CEA) formats, Video Electronics Standards Association (VESA) formats, and handheld formats.

For audio, Miracast supports a number of Linear Pulse-Code Modulation (LPCM), Advanced Audio Coding (AAC), and Dolby Advanced Codec 3 (AC3) modes.

Audio-only devices are not part of the Miracast certification program.

There are two primary approaches to network setup within Wi-Fi Protected Setup: push-button and PIN entry.  PIN entry is mandatory in all Wi-Fi Protected Setup devices, while push-button is optional and may also be found in some devices.

PIN entry: in all Wi-Fi Protected Setup networks, a unique PIN (Personal Identification Number) will be required for each device to join the network.  A fixed PIN label or sticker may be placed on a device, or a dynamic PIN can be generated and shown on the device's display (e.g., a TV screen or monitor).  PIN is used to make sure the intended device is added to the network being set up and will help to avoid accidental or malicious attempts to add unintended devices to the network.

A registrar device (which could be an Access Point/wireless router, PC television, or other device) will detect when a new Wi-Fi device is in range, and prompt the user to enter the PIN, if he or she wishes to add the new device to the network.  In this mode, Wi-Fi Protected Setup network encrypts data and authenticates each device on the network.  The PIN entry method is supported in all devices.

Push button configuration (PBC): in some Wi-Fi Protected Setup networks, the user may connect multiple devices to the network and enable data encryption by pushing a button. The access point/wireless router will have a physical button, and other devices may have a physical or software-based button.  Users should be aware that during the two-minute setup period which follows the push of the button, unintended devices could join the network if they are in range.

Near Field Communication (NFC:)  Near Field Communication readers can be used to transfer network settings to a new device without requiring manual entry of its PIN.  The NFC method provides strong protection against adding an unintended device to the network. This is an optional method for Wi-Fi Protected Setup Access Points and devices.

No.  Access points/wireless routers which are Wi-Fi CERTIFIED for Wi-Fi Protected Setup will provide a way for the user to "look" at the network settings and manually join older devices to the network.

With PIN configuration, users can ask the Wi-Fi Protected Setup device for special numbers, called WPA keys, and assign them to legacy devices to join the network.  In push button configuration, some companies may offer a firmware upgrade for legacy devices but this will be at the discretion of the individual manufacturer. 

All Wi-Fi devices in a Wi-Fi Protected Setup network must be Wi-Fi CERTIFIED for WPA2 security, however.  Wi-Fi Alliance recommends that users choose devices with WPA2 security for the most advanced protections.

Wi-Fi Protected Setup is an optional certification program.  Consumers should look for the term Wi-Fi Protected Setup or the visual identifier on Wi-Fi CERTIFIED products.

Consumers can also search for Wi-Fi CERTIFIED products that include Wi-Fi Protected Setup at the Wi-Fi Alliance web site: www.wi-fi.org.

That depends.  If all of the devices in your network are Wi-Fi CERTIFIED for WPA2 (Wi-Fi Protected Access) security, and you have enabled those features with a strong passcode, your network is protected by the strongest security technology.  A strong passcode is at least 20 characters in length and combines letters, numbers and symbols, with no discernible words.  However, if any of your equipment only supports WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy), the network security level will drop back to that level and is not as secure, and should be upgraded.  Moreover, no network is secure if the security features are disabled. 

On most client devices, a user can determine if a network is secured by clicking on the wireless connection properties dialog.  It will indicate the level of network security enabled:

• Open network or none
• WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy)
• WPA (May also be called WPA-PSK or TKIP)
• WPA2 (May also be called AES or CCMP)

Do not use WEP if you want to have security protections in place.  Wi-Fi Alliance recommends WPA2 with AES as the most advanced security protection available.  If the client device does not support this, a user can check the settings on the access point device to determine the level of security which has been enabled.

Microsoft announced support for WPS in Windows 7.

The Wi-Fi Protected Setup specification is available for download from www.wi-fi.org. A white paper, entitled "Wi-Fi CERTIFIED for Wi-Fi Protected Setup: Easing the User Experience for Home and Small Office Wi-Fi Networks" is also available for free download. 

In the context of Wi-Fi technology, security means two things. First, controlling who can connect to and configure your network and equipment. Second, it means securing the data travelling wirelessly across your Wi-Fi network from unauthorized view.

Wi-Fi security is just one aspect of security for networks. A protected Wi-Fi network is a great start, but you should also consider measures to protect your computer (virus software, firewall, etc.) and your communications across the Internet (virtual private network (VPN), etc.)

Configure your Wi-Fi client devices (laptops, handsets, and other Wi-Fi enabled products) to enable security protections.

Configure for approved connections: Many devices are set by default to sense and automatically connect to any available wireless signal. The Wi-Fi Alliance recommends that you configure your device to not automatically connect to an open network without your approval.

Disable sharing: Your Wi-Fi enabled devices may automatically enable themselves to sharing / connecting with other devices when attaching to a wireless network. File and printer sharing may be common in business and home networks, but you should avoid this in a public network such as a hotel, restaurant, or airport hotspot

Some users may also wish to use complementary security measures to improve the security of their activity over the Internet including virtual private networks (VPNs), firewalls, etc.

A passphrase is the key to a network, so it is a good investment of time to select an effective passphrase. In general, increasing length, complexity and randomness improve the strength of a passphrase. We recommend that your passphrase is at least 8 characters long, and includes a mixture of upper and lower case letters and symbols. Your passphrase should not contain a word found in a dictionary and should not include personal information (identification number, name, address, etc).

Passphrase length and complexity enhances security. For example, implementing a passphrase that is based upon words in any language could be compromised by a program running a comparison against the contents of a dictionary.

Older equipment might not support the latest security standards.  Check to see whether WPA2 security features are supported. Beginning in 2004, some equipment was certified for WPA2 features. All products certified after February 2006 must have WPA2 support. If not available, contact your manufacturer's web site to see if a firmware upgrade is available for download.  If an upgrade to WPA2 is not available you should consider purchasing new equipment.

The Wi-Fi CERTIFIED program is the best indicator that Wi-Fi products from different companies have been tested to work together and have the latest security protections built in. Users should only purchase Wi-Fi CERTIFIED products.

WPA2 is the latest version of Wi-Fi security, and it should be used to protect all Wi-Fi devices.   WPA2 was introduced in 2004 and has been required in Wi-Fi CERTIFIED products since April 2006.  It supports AES, the most advanced encryption standard.  AES is the encryption standard endorsed by the US government. The Wi-Fi Alliance recommends that users select equipment supporting WPA2 to help protect their network from known attacks to their security and privacy.

WPA2 comes in Personal and Enterprise versions. WPA2-Personal uses a passphrase as a simple way to generate a shared key for encryption. The term passphrase refers to a single string of characters that the user enters into all their Wi-Fi devices on the same network. WPA2-Enterprise uses additional software and specialized server equipment to create encryption keys on demand and designed to support larger corporate networks.

WPA2-Personal using a passphrase is equivalent to using security doors with metal keys. All users use the same key. Changing the passphrase for the network requires changing the passphrase for all devices. WPA2-Enterprise is the equivalent to using security doors with electronic card keys. Each user has an individual card key. It is possible to change each user's card key or revoke their card key without disturbing the other users.

WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access) is an earlier generation of Wi-Fi security certifications, it was introduced in 2003 as an interim solution. The WPA program added support for TKIP (Temporal Key Integrity Protocol) encryption. TKIP is an older form of security technology and has recently been demonstrated to have some vulnerability to cryptographic attacks.  WPA is an older version of Wi-Fi security which was replaced in 2004 with more advanced protocols.  Though the threat of a security compromise is small, users should not purchase new equipment which supports only WPA with TKIP.

WEP is the original security standard for Wi-Fi technology. The RC4 encryption algorithm that WEP is based on is no longer considered secure. WEP should not be used to secure your network.

Recognize that your network is vulnerable. Casual web surfing may not disclose anything private, but do not send any private data over the network or conduct activities such as banking or shopping, Realize that unauthorized users could capture valuable information transmitted over your network or use your network for illegal activities and use it accordingly.

Our website contains the latest on security from the Wi-Fi Alliance and a listing of Wi-Fi CERTIFIED products.

An Evil Twin, sometimes referred to as Wiphishing, is a potential security threat to users
of Wi-Fi, predominantly in public hotspots. A hacker sets up what is called a "rogue
access point" which mimics the characteristics of the network to which users expect to
connect. Users unknowingly connect to the rogue access point and the hacker's
network instead of the intended network.

The Evil Twin hijacks data, such as passwords, account information, credit card
information, etc., and then connects the user to the Internet as intended. A sophisticated
evil twin can even control what Web site appears when the Internet is accessed, often
mimicking the intended starting Web site, for the purposes of capturing the user's private
information.

To date, there have been no reported large-scale incidences of Evil Twin attacks, but
most network administrators have been aware of this theoretical threat for some years.
Recent media coverage of Evil Twin threats has directed consumer attention to the
matter, making users concerned about the problem and how they can protect
themselves.

The Wi-Fi Alliance recommends that users of wireless networks exercise the same level
of caution they've learned to use to avoid scams in the wired world. End users should
change their passwords regularly, not respond to questionable e-mails, and look for
secure connections. As Wi-Fi continues to grow in reach and popularity, consumers
need to make some new simple security precautions a habit, like connecting through a
provider that uses encryption with a list of trusted hotspots, using a VPN, and always
enabling security within a home network. Also, users should make it a point to look for
products that are Wi-Fi CERTIFIED for or WPA2 security.

In reality, the likelihood of attack is low but users should be cautious and use some fairly
simple security precautions to avoid becoming a victim.

We expect Wi-Fi Alliance member companies to begin designing and testing products implementing the standard underlying Wi-Fi Direct in mid-2010, and to begin certifying products in late 2010.

The Wi-Fi Direct certification program does not require new hardware to operate, so some vendors may offer software upgrades. However, it’s important to note that interoperability between devices certified under the Wi-Fi Direct program and legacy devices is a key element of the underlying specification, so even non-upgraded devices can join a network certified as Wi-Fi Direct.

A Wi-Fi Direct-certified network can be one-to-one, or one-to-many. The number of devices in a Wi-Fi Direct-certified group network is expected to be smaller than the number supported by traditional standalone access points intended for consumer use. Connection to multiple other devices is an optional feature that will not be supported in all Wi-Fi Direct-certified devices; some devices will only make 1:1 connections.

Yes. A single device in a Wi-Fi Direct-certified group network may share internet connectivity with other devices in the network by creating simultaneous infrastructure and Wi-Fi Direct connections. A network of devices certified under the Wi-Fi Direct program operates in a security domain separate from the infrastructure network, even when cross-connected.

Yes, the specification underlying the Wi-Fi Direct certification program supports operation in both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz. Devices operating in the 2.4 GHz frequency band only and devices operating in both the 2.4GHz and 5 GHz frequency bands can be certified under the Wi-Fi Direct program. Not all Wi-Fi Direct-certified devices will support both frequency bands, however, so you should check which bands your devices support.

Devices will conduct a negotiation to determine which device is most appropriate. This may be determined by considering a number of factors including but not limited to power management, number of connections supported, richness of user interface and services being offered. The Wi-Fi Direct-certified device that offers the connection manages the creation, admission to, presence and termination of that network implementing the specification underlying the Wi-Fi Direct program.

Group networks based on the specification underlying the Wi-Fi Direct program operate in a security domain that is independent from any infrastructure network. This means that they have protection of the security features certified under the WPA2 program, but are managed separately from the security system in the AP-based network (home, enterprise, hotspot). This means both the group networks based on the specification underlying the Wi-Fi Direct program and the infrastructure networks can be protected, but users don’t need credentials for the infrastructure network to connect to the network based on the specification underlying the Wi-Fi Direct program.

No, this is not Ad-Hoc mode (also known as IBSS) but an extension to the ubiquitous infrastructure mode of operation that can operate without a dedicated access point. Ad Hoc, or IBSS, mode is a legacy protocol for Wi-Fi devices, and Wi-Fi Direct is a new innovation. With the technology underlying Wi-Fi Direct, a device can maintain a simultaneous connection to an infrastructure network – this isn’t possible with Ad Hoc.

Like all Wi-Fi technologies, the specification underlying the Wi-Fi Direct program creates IP-based networks between the devices, allowing existing service discovery methods to work just as they do over a wireless LAN today - including Bonjour and UPnP. The specification underlying the Wi-Fi Direct program defines a new pre-association discovery method, giving Wi-Fi Direct-certified devices the ability to discover devices and limited information about device services prior to association (and before having an IP address). Pre-association discovery improves the user experience - users will know whether a desired service (e.g. printing) will be available on the network implementing the specification underlying the Wi-Fi Direct program before connecting.

Yes. A legacy Wi-Fi CERTIFIED station device can connect with a Wi-Fi Direct device.

Yes. Wi-Fi Direct devices will include Wi-Fi Protected Setup, which makes it very easy to set up a connection and enable security protections. In many cases, this will be as simple as pushing a button on each device.

Not without your permission. The content available over a Wi-Fi Direct group connection is driven by the applications you are using. While there may be applications which allow an authorized use to “browse” the content on your device, most applications will have a specific focus (e.g., sharing a game application or transferring photos).

Several Wi-Fi Alliance members that make devices of limited processing capabilities contributed to the specification development process to ensure that it is applicable to such devices.

Passpoint is an interoperability test program that verifies that Wi-Fi infrastructure equipment and mobile devices from different manufacturers will work well together for a specific feature set. Equipment that passes the testing is designated “Wi-Fi CERTIFIED Passpoint.”

Passpoint testing will be available beginning 26 June 2012. Support for additional features is planned for 2H 2013.

Passpoint certification testing ensures that devices perform network discovery, selection and provisioning of services the same way. Passpoint devices are also tested for implementation of WPA2-Enterprise security.

Passpoint will help service providers provide the seamless user experience that users want, support goals for data offload from cellular networks and maximize the value of the investments being made in Wi-Fi hotspots.

The legacy mobile device can associate with a Passpoint certified access point that is configured for open system authentication.

Equipment manufacturers will submit equipment for certification testing.

Users with certified mobile equipment can enjoy the benefits of streamlined connectivity and secured connection at hotspots with Passpoint equipment.

Members of the Wi-Fi Alliance created the program.  The group which developed Passpoint includes service providers, mobile operators, fixed line operators, and makers of mobile devices and infrastructure equipment.

Passpoint devices use industry-agreed uniform mechanisms for discovering and creating secured connections to hotspots. This allows a subscriber to experience seamless Wi-Fi connectivity to a hotspot anywhere in the world his provider covers through roaming agreements.

The Voice-Personal certification program tests the performance of the Wi-Fi implementations in voice over Wi-Fi applications, under simulated real-world conditions that include both voice and data traffic streams in network configurations common in home and small office environments.  To achieve certification, client devices and access points have to perform above rigorous thresholds for packet loss, latency and jitter when presented with simulated voice streams based around the common Voice over IP protocols.

• Packet loss of less than 1% with no burst losses;
• Latency of less than 50 milliseconds;
• Maximum jitter of less than 50 milliseconds.

Wi-Fi CERTIFIED Voice-Personal devices will deliver a better user experience with voice calls than those that are not certified for Voice-Personal.  The Voice-Personal certification program helps ensure that when a call is made over a Wi-Fi network using a Wi-Fi CERTIFIED Voice-Personal client device, such as a handset, and a Wi-Fi CERTIFIED Voice-Personal access point, are capable of delivering good voice quality.

Voice over Wi-Fi offers users flexibility, convenience, and often, a better indoor signal than cellular service.  For carriers and service providers offering voice of Wi-Fi service, specifying Wi-Fi CERTIFIED Voice-Personal devices will help to ensure a better user experience, fewer support calls, fewer product returns, and thus higher customer satisfaction and less churn.

The Voice-Personal program helps to enable users to consistently make voice over Wi-Fi calls with the same quality and convenience expected from data over Wi-Fi or wired voice applications. Users who have Wi‑Fi CERTIFIED Voice-Personal client devices designed to work with a VoIP service provider, and any Wi‑Fi CERTIFIED Voice-Personal access point, can turn on their devices, connect with the service provider, and start to make voice calls over their Wi‑Fi network with more confidence that the devices they purchased are able to produce high-quality voice over the Wi-Fi network.

The number of dual-mode mobile phones is growing rapidly, and the Wi-Fi radio is increasingly used for voice applications as well as data.  Wi-Fi CERTIFIED Voice-Personal handsets and access points will deliver a better user experience with voice calls conducted over a Wi-Fi network.  The Voice-Personal program complements and builds on existing certification programs for converged devices, which include 802.11 radio standards, security, RF performance, multimedia (WMM), and power saving (WMM - Power Save) functionality. 

The Voice-Personal certification program addresses typical home and small office environments. Because network configurations can vary widely in hotspots, the user would need to be sure the client device and access point(s) at the hotspot location are Wi-Fi CERTIFIED Voice-Personal, in order to help ensure good quality calls can be made over such a hotspot Wi-Fi network.

Not directly. The Voice-Personal certification program takes the necessary IEEE standards and Wi-Fi CERTIFIED interoperability programs, and adds to performance testing for voice over Wi-Fi applications.  This certification program is a key step in the Alliance's strategy to further enhance the Wi‑Fi user experience by taking into account the requirements of specific applications of Wi-Fi in both the home, small office and enterprise markets.

With the Wi-Fi Voice-Personal certification program as a foundation, Wi-Fi Voice-Enterprise leverages the Wi-Fi Multimedia (WMM), WMM-Power Save, and WMM-Admission Control certification programs for quality of service (QoS) and the advanced security provided by Wi-Fi Protected Access 2(WPA2) Enterprise, plus features from IEEE standards for radio resource measurement (802.11k elements), fast basic service set (BSS) transition (802.11r elements), and wireless network management  (802.11v BSS Transition Management).

Like Voice-Personal, the Voice-Enterprise certification program tests the performance of the Wi-Fi implementations in voice over Wi-Fi application, in a simulated network environment, with four (802.11b) or ten (802.11a/g/n0 concurrent voice calls, a high speed video stream, and sustained data traffic loads, designed to represent a fully loaded network. To achieve certification, devices must meet the following thresholds:

• Packet loss of less than 1%.
• No more than three consecutive lost packets.
• Latency of less than 50 milliseconds.
• Maximum jitter of less than 50 milliseconds.