SMC Networks SMC7804WBRA - Manual (Page 111)

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ROUBLESHOOTING
A-4
Wireless Problems
A wireless PC
cannot associate
with the
Barricade.
• Make sure the wireless PC has the same SSID
settings as the Barricade. See “Channel and
SSID” on page 4-26.
• You need to have the same security settings on
the clients and the Barricade. See “Security” on
page 4-27.
The wireless
network is often
interrupted.
• Move your wireless PC closer to the Barricade to
find a better signal. If the signal is still weak,
change the angle of the antenna.
• There may be interference, possibly caused by a
microwave ovens or wireless phones. Change
the location of the interference sources or of the
Barricade.
• Change the wireless channel on the Barricade.
See “Channel and SSID” on page 4-26.
• Check that the antenna, connectors, and cabling
are firmly connected.
The Barricade
cannot be
detected by a
wireless client.
• The distance between the Barricade and wireless
PC is too great.
• Make sure the wireless PC has the same SSID
and security settings as the Barricade. See
Barricade. See “Channel and SSID” on
page 4-26 and “Security” on page 4-27.
Troubleshooting Chart
Symptom Action