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Understanding WNAP210 Wireless Security Options - configuration
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ProSafe Wireless-N Access Point WNAP210 Reference Manual Note: Failure to follow these guidelines can result in significant performance degradation or inability to wirelessly connect to the access point. For complete performance specifications, see Appendix A, "Default Settings and Technical Specifications." For best results, place your wireless access point: • Near the center of the area in which your PCs will operate. • In an elevated location such as a high shelf where the wirelessly connected PCs have line-of- sight access (even if through walls). • Away from sources of interference, such as PCs, microwaves, and 2.4 GHz cordless phones. • Away from large metal surfaces. A wall mount kit is provided with your wireless access point. For installation instructions, see "Mounting the Access Point Using the Wall Mount Kit (Optional)" on page 2-12. If using multiple access points, it is better if adjacent access points use different radio frequency channels to reduce interference. The recommended channel spacing between adjacent access points is five channels (for example, use channels 1 and 6, or 6 and 11). The time it takes to establish a wireless connection can vary depending on both your security settings and placement. Some types of security connections can take slightly longer to establish and can consume more battery power on a notebook computer. Understanding WNAP210 Wireless Security Options Anyone wih a compatible wireless adapter can recieve your wireless data transmissions well beyond your walls. For this reason, use the security features of your wireless equipment. The access point provides highly effective security features, which are covered in detail in this chapter. Deploy the security features appropriate to your needs. 2-2 Installation and Configuration v1.0 March 2009