User's Manual

Radio Interface
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Radio Channel – The radio channel that the access point uses to communicate with
wireless clients. When multiple access points are deployed in the same area, set the
channel on neighboring access points at least five channels apart to avoid
interference with each other. For example, in the United States you can deploy up to
three access points in the same area (e.g., channels 1, 6, 11). Also note that the
channel for wireless clients is automatically set to the same as that used by the
access point to which it is linked. (Range: 1-11; Default: 1)
Auto Channel Select – Enables the access point to automatically select an
unoccupied radio channel. (Default: Enabled)
Transmit Power – Adjusts the power of the radio signals transmitted from the access
point. The higher the transmission power, the farther the transmission range. Power
selection is not just a trade off between coverage area and maximum supported
clients. You also have to ensure that high-power signals do not interfere with the
operation of other radio devices in the service area. (Options: 100%, 50%, 25%,
12%, minimum; Default: 100%)
Note: When operating the access point using 5 GHz channels in a European
Community country, the end user and installer are obligated to operate the device
in accordance with European regulatory requirements for Transmit Power Control
(TPC).