Wireless Range And Interference; Wireless Networking Tips - NETGEAR EVA8000 User Manual

For detailed information about wireless networks, see the link to this topic
listed in Appendix B, "Related Documents".

Wireless Range and Interference

Wireless networks have one or more access points or routers that send out
wireless signals. The distance that the signal travels is the wireless range.
Interference can block a wireless signal.
The strength and range of the wireless signal depend on the equipment
used. As you move the Digital Entertainer HD away from an access point
or router, you could lose your wireless connection.
The following can cause interference and prevent you from connecting to
a wireless network:
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Wireless Networking Tips

Wireless networks can be subject to intermittent outages due to
interference and other environment factors such as distance and
construction materials.
Here are some tips for setting up a more robust wireless network for your
media:
1. A wireless 802.11g network can generally support at most a single
2. When using 802.11g, make sure that there are no 802.11b devices
– You must manually enter your wireless settings as described in
"Set Up Network Shares" in Chapter 6.
Large metal surfaces
Microwave ovens
2.4-GHz cordless phones
Aquariums or large fish tanks
Walls built with concrete or metal
HD transmission. For best results with HD Video, use a wired
network.
connected. Having any 802.11b devices connected reduces the overall
throughput of your network even if the 802.11b devices are not
active.
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