NETGEAR ProSafe WC7520 Reference Manual page 93

Automatic channel allocation distributes channels across the managed access points to
reduce interference. Each wireless controller allocates channels for its managed access
points, regardless of their configured security profiles. The wireless controller detects
interference, traffic load on the access point, and neighborhood maps to determine the best
channel for an access point. This information, collected over the previous 24 hours, is used
by the controller to determine the best possible channel for the access point.
You can configure channel allocation to allow allocation of only the specified channels when
channel allocation is scheduled to run. This ensures that the access points use only the
channels allowed according to administration policies.
Note: Click the Run Now button to immediately allocate channels when
circumstances warrant, such as when you add a new access point
or change your network. Running channel allocation might
temporarily affect traffic on the managed access points in the
network.
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, and 11.
• Schedule channel allocation once a day at times when the fewest clients are expected to
be connected. This allows better management of available bandwidth during the day.
Note: The allocated channels apply to all access points, irrespective of
whether they are managed in profiles of the basic profile group or
profiles of an advanced profile group.
Note: You can override the general channel allocation settings for
individual access points on the Basic Wireless Settings screen and
on the Advanced Wireless Settings screen. For more information,
see Configure Wireless Settings
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To change the channel allocation:
1. Select Configuration > Wireless > Basic > Channel Allocation. The Channel
Allocation screen displays:
ProSafe 20-AP Wireless Controller WC7520
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Configuring Wireless and QoS Settings
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