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Introduction
Placement of your Wireless Networking Hardware for
Optimal Performance
Your wireless connection will be stronger the closer your computer
is to your wireless router (or access point) . Typical indoor operating
range for your wireless devices is between 300 and 400 feet . In the
same way, your wireless connection and performance will degrade
somewhat as the distance between your wireless router (or access
point) and connected devices increases . This may or may not be
noticeable to you . As you move farther from your wireless router (or
access point), connection speed may decrease . Factors that can
weaken signals simply by getting in the way of your network's radio
waves are metal appliances or obstructions, and walls .
If you have concerns about your network's performance that might be
related to range or obstruction factors, try moving the computer to a
position between five and 10 feet away from the wireless router (or
access point) in order to see if distance is the problem . If difficulties
persist even at close range, please contact Belkin Technical Support .
Note: While some of the items listed below can affect network
performance, they will not prohibit your wireless network from
functioning; if you are concerned that your network is not operating at
its maximum effectiveness, this checklist may help .
1.
Placement of your Wireless Router (or Access Point)
Place your wireless router (or access point), the central
connection point of your network, as close as possible to the
center of your wireless network devices .
To achieve the best wireless network coverage for your "wireless
clients," (i .e . computers enabled by Belkin Wireless Notebook
Cards, Wireless Desktop Cards, and Wireless USB Adapters):
•
E nsure that your wireless router's (or access point's)
antennas are parallel to each other, and are positioned
vertically (toward the ceiling) . If your wireless router (or
access point) itself is positioned vertically, point the
antennas as much as possible in an upward direction .
•
I n multistory homes, place the wireless router (or access
point) on a floor that is as close to the center of the home
as possible . This may mean placing the wireless router (or
access point) on an upper floor .
•
T ry not to place the wireless router (or access point) near a
cordless 2 .4GHz phone
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