NETGEAR WAG102 Reference Manual page 36

Reference Manual for the NETGEAR ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102
– Besides the default Auto selection, you can select a fixed channel. This allows you to
choose a channel that provides the least interference and best performance. In the USA
and Canada, 13 channels are available.
– If using multiple access points, it is better if adjacent access points use different channels
to reduce interference. The recommended channel spacing between adjacent access points
is 8 (for example, use channels 36 and 44, or 44 and 52).
– In "Infrastructure" mode, wireless stations normally scan all channels, looking for an
access point. If more than one access point can be used, the one with the strongest signal is
used. This can only happen when the various access points are using the same SSID.
• Data Rate: Shows the available transmit data rate of the wireless network. The possible data
rates supported are: 6 Mbps, 9 Mbps, 12 Mbps, 18 Mbps, 24 Mbps, 36 Mbps, 48 Mbps, and 54
Mbps. The default is Best.
• Output Power: Shows the available transmit power of the access point. The possible Tx
power options are: Full, Half, Quarter, Eighth, and Minimum. The transmit power may varies
depends on the local regulatory regulations. The default is Full.
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