User manual

Introduction

Placement of your Wireless Networking Hardware for

Optimal Performance

Your wireless connection will be stronger the closer your computer

is to your Wireless Router (or Access Point). Typical indoor operating

range for your wireless devices is between 100 and 200 feet. In the

same way, your wireless connection and performance will degrade

somewhat as the distance between your Wireless Router (or Access

Point) and connected devices increases. This may or may not be

noticeable to you. As you move further from your Wireless Router

or Access Point, connection speed may decrease. Factors that can

weaken signals simply by getting in the way of your network’s radio

waves are metal appliances or obstructions, and walls.

If you have concerns about your network’s performance that might be

related to range or obstruction factors, try moving the computer to a

position between five and ten feet from the Wireless Router, in order

to see if distance is the problem. If difficulties persist even at close

range, please contact Belkin Technical Support.

IMPORTANT FACTORS FOR PLACEMENT AND SETUP

Note: While some of the items listed below can affect network

performance, they will not prohibit your wireless network from

functioning; if you are concerned that your network is not operating at

its maximum effectiveness, this checklist may help.

1. Placement of your Wireless Networking Hardware

Place your Wireless Router (or Access Point), the central connection

point of your network, as close as possible to the center of your

wireless network devices.

To achieve the best wireless network coverage for your “wireless

clients” (i.e., computers enabled by Belkin Wireless Notebook Network

Cards, Wireless Desktop Network Cards, and Wireless USB Adapters):

• Ensure that your Wireless Router (or Access Point) networking

antennas are parallel to each other, and are positioned vertically

(toward the ceiling). If your Wireless Router (or Access Point)

itself is positioned vertically, point the antennas as much as

possible in an upward direction.