TRENDnet TPL-410AP User Manual page 14

TRENDnet User's Guide
Note: Check the specifications of your wireless network adapters and wireless
appliances to verify the highest level of encryption supported. Below is brief
comparison chart of the wireless security types and the recommended configuration
depending on which type you choose for your wireless network.
Security Standard WEP
IEEE 802.11b/g
(802.11n devices
Compatible will operate at
Wireless 802.11g to connect
Standards using this standard)
Highest
Performance
Under This
Setting Up to 54Mbps
Encryption
Strength Low
Open System or
Additional Shared Key,
Options HEX or ASCII,
Different key sizes
Recommended Open System ASCII
Configuration 13 characters
4. Click Apply when finish.
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WPA
IEEE 802.11b/g
(802.11n devices
will operate at
802.11g to connect
using this
standard) IEEE 802.11b/g/n
Up to 54Mbps Up to 300Mbps
Medium High
TKIP or AES, TKIP or AES,
Preshared Key or Preshared Key or
RADIUS RADIUS
TKIP AES
Preshared Key Preshared Key
8‐63 characters 8‐63 characters
Steps to improve wireless connectivity
There are a number of factors that can impact the range of wireless devices. Follow
these tips to help improve your wireless connectivity:
1. Keep the number of obstructions to a minimum. Each obstruction can reduce
WPA2
the range of a wireless device. Position the wireless devices in a manner that
will minimize the amount of obstructions between them.
a.
b. Avoid placing the access point on or near metal objects (such as file
c.
d. Place the access point in a location away from other electronics,
e. Many environmental variables can affect the access point's
2. Building materials can have a large impact on your wireless signal. In an indoor
environment, try to position the wireless devices so that the signal passes
through less dense material such as dry wall. Dense materials like metal, solid
wood, glass or even furniture may block or degrade the signal.
3. Antenna orientation can also have a large impact on your wireless signal. Use
the wireless adapter's site survey tool to determine the best antenna
orientation for your wireless devices.
TPL‐410AP / TPL‐410APK
For the widest coverage area, install your access point near the center
of your home, and near the ceiling, if possible.
cabinets and metal furniture), reflective surfaces (such as glass or
mirrors), and masonry walls.
Any obstruction can weaken the wireless signal (even non‐metallic
objects), so the fewer obstructions between the access point and the
wireless device, the better.
motors, and fluorescent lighting.
performance, so if your wireless signal is weak, place the access point
in several locations and test the signal strength to determine the ideal
position.
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