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 four channels apart to avoid
interference with each other. For example, in the United States
you can deploy up to four access points in the same area (e.g.,
channels 36, 56, 149, 165). 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. (Default: Channel 60
for normal mode, and channel 42 for Turbo mode)
Auto Channel Select – Enables the access point to
automatically select an unoccupied radio channel.
(Default: Enabled)
Note: Check your country’s regulations to see if Auto
Channel can be disabled.
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).
Maximum Supported Rate – The maximum data rate at which the access point
transmits unicast packets on the wireless interface. The maximum transmission
distance is affected by the data rate. The lower the data rate, the longer the
transmission distance. (Options: 54, 48, 36, 24 Mbps; Default: 54 Mbps)
Maximum Associated Clients – Sets the maximum number of clients that can be
associated with a VAP interface at the same time. (Range: 1-64 per VAP interface:
Default: 64)
Antenna ID – Selects the antenna to be used by the access point; either the
integrated diversity antennas (the "Default Antenna") or an optional external
antenna. The optional external antennas (if any) that are certified for use with the
access point are listed in the drop-down menu. Selecting the correct antenna ID
ensures that the access point's radio transmissions are within regulatory power
limits for the country of operation. When an external antenna is selected, the
Antenna Control Method must be set to "Right." (Default: Default Antenna)
Note: The Antenna ID must be selected in conjunction with the Antenna Control Method
to configure proper use of any of the antenna options.
Normal Mode
Turbo Mode