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ProSafe 20-AP Wireless Controller WC7520 Reference Manual
You can configure channel allocation to allow allocation of only the specified channels when
scheduled to run. This ensures that the access points only used the channels allowed
according to administration policies.
You can use the Run Now button to immediately allocate channels
Note:
when circumstances warrant, such as when you add a new access
point or change your network.
In order to adhere to best practices, when adjusting channel allocation, NETGEAR
recommends the following:
Select channels that do not overlap, for example, for 2.4 GHz use channels 1,6,11.
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Schedule channel allocation once a day at times when the least number of clients are
•
expected to be connected. This allows better management of available bandwidth during
the day.
To change the channel allocation:
Select Configuration > Wireless > Basic > Channel Allocation. The Channel
1.
Allocation screen displays:
Figure 42.
Configure the settings as explained in
2.
Click Apply to save your settings.
3.
Table 18, Channel Allocation
Chapter 7: Configuring Wireless Settings
on page 72.
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