User's Guide

Chapter 13 Applications
EMG3435-Q20A User’s Guide
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13.3 Ba ndwidth Ma na g e m e nt
The EMG3435-Q20A supports the new StreamBoost technology, introduced by Qualcomm, to
redistribute traffic over the EMG3435-Q20A for the best possible performance in a home network.
Streamboost is smart Quality of Service (QoS). Streamboost detects traffic flow and applies traffic
shaping policies automatically. It gives each device and each application priority and provides the
exact amount of bandwidth they need at a given time. This helps free up bandwidth for other
applications or connected devices. If there is not enough bandwidth for optimal performance,
Streamboost makes sure the application or device has the minimum acceptable bandwidth which is
determined according to StreamBoost’s cloud-based database.
Real-time application traffic (such as on-line games or communications) and video/audio streaming
are given the highest priority. Downloads or torrent files are classified as best effort and placed lower
than general network traffic (general browsing).
In the figure below, the StreamBoost-enabled EMG3435-Q20A differentiates incoming traffic flow going
from the LAN device (A) or wireless device (B) to the Internet. It shapes traffic and gives priority and
allocates bandwidth according to traffic types.
Fig ure 85 StreamBoost Management Example
13.3.1 Ba ndwidth Sc re e n
Use this screen to configure the maximum allowable bandwidth on the EMG3435-Q20A and allow the
EMG3435-Q20A to get StreamBoost database updates automatically.
In Expe rt mode, click Applic a tio ns > Ba ndwidth Ma na g e m e nt > Ba ndwidth to open the following screen.
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B