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Troubleshooting
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 “Changing the Wireless
Channel” on page 22 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
the 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.
How do I extend the range of my wireless network?
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 Wireless Router, and connected to the Router using either
an Ethernet cable, or through your home’s power lines using two
Powerline Ethernet Adapters.
These Belkin products are available at your local retailer, or can be
ordered from Belkin directly.