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Appendix B: Important Factors for Placement and Setup
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Appendixes 1 Appendix B: Important Factors for Placement and Setup 2 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 3 at its maximum effectiveness, this checklist may help. 4 1. Wireless Router (or Access Point) Placement Place your Wireless Router (or access point), the central connection point of your network, as close as possible to the 5 center of your wireless network devices. To achieve the best wireless network coverage for your "wireless 6 clients" (i.e., computers enabled by Belkin Wireless Notebook Network Cards, Wireless Desktop Network Cards, and Wireless 7 USB Adapters): • Ensure that your Wireless Router's (or access point's) networking antennas are parallel to each other, and are 8 positioned vertically (toward the ceiling). If your Wireless Router (or access point) itself is positioned vertically, point the 9 antennas a much as possible in an upward direction. • In multistory homes, place the Wireless Router (or access point) on a floor that is as close to the center of the home 10 as possible. This may mean placing the Wireless Router (or access point) on an upper floor. 11 • Try not to place the Wireless Router (or access point) near a cordless 2.4GHz phone. 12 2. Avoid Obstacles and Interference Avoid placing your Wireless Router (or access point) near devices that may emit radio "noise," such as microwave ovens. Dense objects that can inhibit wireless communication include: • Refrigerators • Washers and/or dryers • Metal cabinets • Large aquariums • Metallic-based UV tinted windows 85 section