Change The Bit Rate - NETGEAR Insight Instant AirBridge User Manual

Change the bit rate

If the AirBridge functions as a master or access point, by default, data is automatically
sent at the lowest effective bit rate. We recommend that you do not manually change
the bit rate.
If you understand the consequences, you can manually select a higher bit rate. Client
devices must either use the selected bit rate or a higher bit rate. You cannot manually
set the bit rate for an AirBridge that functions as a satellite or client bridge.
WARNING: Be careful changing the bit rate. If you set the bit rate too high, some WiFi
devices might no longer be able to connect to the AirBridge.
To change the bit rate:
1. Open a web browser from a computer that is connected to the same network as the
AirBridge or directly to the AirBridge through an Ethernet cable or WiFi connection.
2. Enter the IP address that is assigned to the AirBridge.
The login page displays.
If your browser does not display the login page but displays a security message and
does not let you proceed, see Log in to the AirBridge after initial setup on page 31.
3. Enter the AirBridge user name and local device password.
The user name is admin. The local device password is the one that you specified
the first time that you logged in. The user name and password are case-sensitive.
If you previously managed the AirBridge through the NETGEAR Insight app or Insight
Cloud portal, enter the Insight network password for the Insight network location to
which the AirBridge was assigned (see Connect over WiFi using the NETGEAR Insight
App on an iOS or Android mobile device on page 13).
The Device Status page displays the Device Information section and other sections.
4. Under Network, select Wireless.
The Wireless Settings page displays.
5. Click the Bit Rate Configuration button.
A new page opens.
6. Write down the current bit rate.
After you change the bit rate, if WiFi devices can no longer connect to the AirBridge,
you can reset the bit rate to the old value.
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