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Router Label, Positioning Your Wireless Router

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Router Label The label on the bottom of the wireless router shows the router's MAC address, serial number, security PIN, and factory default login information. The ports on the router are color-coded to distinguish your Internet port from the other four ports that connect to the wired computer(s) on your Local Area Network (LAN). Figure 4 Positioning Your Wireless Router The wireless router lets you access your network from virtually anywhere within the operating range of your wireless network. However, the operating distance or range of your wireless connection can vary significantly depending on the physical placement of your router. For example, the thickness and number of walls the wireless signal must pass through might limit the range. For best results, place your router: • Near the center of the area where your computers and other devices will operate, preferably within line of sight to your wireless devices. • Accessible to an AC power outlet and near Ethernet cables for wired computers. • In an elevated location such as a high shelf, keeping the number of walls and ceilings between the wireless router and your other devices to a minimum. Getting to Know Your Wireless Router 5

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Getting to Know Your Wireless Router
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Router Label
The label on the bottom of the wireless router shows the router’s MAC address, serial number,
security PIN, and factory default login information.
The ports on the router are color-coded to distinguish your Internet port from the other four ports
that connect to the wired computer(s) on your Local Area Network (LAN).
Positioning Your Wireless Router
The wireless router lets you access your network from virtually anywhere within the operating
range of your wireless network. However, the operating distance or range of your wireless
connection can vary significantly depending on the physical placement of your router. For
example, the thickness and number of walls the wireless signal must pass through might limit the
range. For best results, place your router:
•
Near the center of the area where your computers and other devices will operate, preferably
within line of sight to your wireless devices.
•
Accessible to an AC power outlet and near Ethernet cables for wired computers.
•
In an elevated location such as a high shelf, keeping the number of walls and ceilings between
the wireless router and your other devices to a minimum.
Figure 4