Finding The Signal Strength - Dell V725W Manual

Networking
Speed
Requirements for all devices
Unique IP address for each device
Mode set to
Same SSID
Same channel
We recommend setting up a network in infrastructure mode using the installation software CD. Infrastructure mode
provides:
•
Increased network security
•
Increased reliability
•
Faster performance
•
Easier setup

Finding the signal strength

The signal strength tells you how strongly the computer or printer is receiving the wireless signal from the wireless
network. Poor signal quality could affect connectivity during configuration.
Checking computer connectivity
1
From your computer system tray, click the wireless icon that corresponds to the software managing your wireless
network adapter.
2
Check the signal quality.
Checking printer connectivity
•
From the printer, print a network setup page.
In the Wireless section, look for Quality.
• View the signal strength from the printer control panel.
Navigate to:
> Setup > > Network Setup >
> View Signal Quality >
To improve signal quality, remove sources of interference or move wireless devices closer to the access point (wireless
router).
Infrastructure
Usually faster
Yes
Infrastructure mode
Yes, including the access point
Yes, including the access point
> Wireless 802.11 b/g/n >
Ad hoc
Usually slower
Yes
Ad hoc mode
Yes
Yes
> Network Connection Setup >
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> Wireless >