IEEE 1905.1 standard, Convergent Digital Home Network for Heterogeneous Technologies

This technology enables networked devices connected by different network media--say Gigabit Ethernet 2.4Ghz, and 5Ghz Wi-Fi, to operate as if they were connected across a single network. In EasyMesh, the controllers use data from it to configure each agent's AP radios. It also includes mechanisms to configure control-related policies on agents, such as metrics and steering. Additionally, the controller determines the topology of the network of agents, so it can adapt to changing network conditions.

Also utilize mechanisms from the new Wi-Fi Alliance Agile Multiband standard. New Agile Multiband certified devices will work better as they're moved from spot to spot with intelligent steering and faster network transitions.

Architecture and components

Controller - every EasyMesh network must have one. The controller can be a unique device or embedded in a device that also has other functionality.

Agent - in order for a mesh network to exist, at least two agents must be connected to the controller.

Device - any component of a mesh network, whether it contains a controller, an agent, or both.

The specification does not standardize algorithms or decision-making.

How to do client steering makes up a significant part of the specification, telling manufacturers how to direct a client from one access point to another.

When a client should be steered is not covered. Therefore, algorithms will still vary (and client roaming mechanisms may of course still interfere).