Chapter 4: Network Configuration - SMC Networks EliteConnect SMC2555W-AG2 User Manual

Chapter 4: Network Configuration

Wireless networks support a stand-alone configuration as well as an integrated
configuration with 10/100 Mbps Ethernet LANs. The 2.4 GHz/5 GHz Wireless
Access Point also provides repeater and bridging services that can be configured
independently on either the 5 GHz or 2.4 GHz radio interfaces.
Access points can be deployed to support wireless clients and connect wired LANs
in the following configurations:
• Ad hoc for departmental, SOHO or enterprise LANs
• Infrastructure for wireless LANs
• Infrastructure wireless LAN for roaming wireless PCs
• Infrastructure wireless bridge to connect wired LANs
• Infrastructure wireless repeater for extended range
The 802.11b and 802.11g frequency band which operates at 2.4 GHz can easily
encounter interference from other 2.4 GHz devices, such as other 802.11b or g
wireless devices, cordless phones and microwave ovens. If you experience poor
wireless LAN performance, try the following measures:
• Limit any possible sources of radio interference within the service area
• Increase the distance between neighboring access points
• Decrease the signal strength of neighboring access points
• Increase the channel separation of neighboring access points (e.g. up to 5
channels of separation for 802.11b and 802.11g)
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