User's Manual

ASUS WiFi-g™ onboard wireless solution 2-3
2.1.3 Operating range
The WiFi-g™ range is dependent on the operating environment. Every
home or office layout varies in obstacles, barriers, or wall types that could
reflect or absorb radio signals. For example, two wireless devices in an
open space can achieve an operating distance of up to 200 ft, while the
same devices can only achieve up to 80 ft when used indoors.
By default, the device automatically adjusts the data rate to maintain an
operational wireless transmission. Therefore, a wireless device that is
close to the access point may operate at higher speeds while a wireless
device far from the access point may operate at lower speeds.
Site survey
A site survey (utility provided with the ASUS WiFi-g™) analyzes the
installation environment and recommends the best location for wireless
LAN devices and access points.
• Do not place the antenna under your table or in a closed
compartment.
• The speed of wireless transmission decreases as you move farther
from the access point. Minimize the distance between the WiFi-g™
and the access point (Infrastructure mode) or between the
WiFi-g™ and other wireless devices to achieve a faster data
transmission rate.