Belkin N Wireless Modem Router PM01527ea F5D8636-4 - Manual (Page 89)

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Changing the Wireless Channel
Depending on local wireless traffic and interference, switching the wireless channel of your network can improve performance and reliability . The
default channel the Router is shipped with is channel 11 . You may choose from several other channels depending on your region (see the section titled
“Changing the Wireless Channel” on page 43 for instructions on how to choose other channels) .
limiting the Wireless Transmit Rate
Limiting the wireless transmit rate can help improve the maximum wireless range, and connection stability . Most wireless cards have the ability to
limit the transmission rate . To change this property, go to the Windows Control Panel, open “Network Connections” and double-click on your wireless
card’s connection . In the “Properties” dialog, select the “Configure” button on the “General” tab (Windows 98 users will have to select the wireless
card in the list box and then click “Properties”), then choose the “Advanced” tab and select the rate property . Wireless client cards are usually set to
automatically adjust the wireless transmit rate for you, but doing so can cause periodic disconnects when the wireless signal is too weak; as a rule,
slower transmission rates are more stable . Experiment with different connection rates until you find the best one for your environment; note that all
available transmission rates should be acceptable for browsing the Internet . For more assistance, see your wireless card’s user manual .
Problem:
How do I extend the range of my wireless network?
solution:
Belkin recommends using one of the following products to extend
wireless network coverage throughout large homes or offices:
• Wireless Access Point: A wireless access point can effectively
double the coverage area of your wireless network . An access
point is typically placed in the area not currently covered by your
G Wireless Router, and is connected to the Router using either
an Ethernet cable or through your home’s power lines using two
Powerline Ethernet Adapters .
• For 802 .11g (54g™) wireless networks, Belkin offers a Wireless G
Range Extender/Access Point that can be connected wirelessly to
a Belkin G Wireless Router, without requiring an Ethernet cable or
Powerline Ethernet Adapters .
For network/range extension information, please visit:
www .belkin .com/networking to find out more about:
Wireless G Range Extender/Access Point (F5D7130)
Powerline Ethernet Adapter (F5D4070)
Powerline USB Adapter (F5D4050)