Belkin N1 VISION Mode D'emploi page 99

Troubleshooting
• My wireless network performance is inconsistent.
• Data transfer is sometimes slow.
• Signal strength is poor.
• Difficulty establishing and/or maintaining a Virtual
Private Network (VPN) connection.
Wireless technology is radio-based, which means connectivity and the
throughput performance between devices decreases when the distance
between devices increases. Other factors that will cause signal degradation
(metal is generally the worst culprit) are obstructions such as walls and metal
appliances. Note also that connection speed may decrease as you move
farther away from the N1 Vision.
In order to determine if wireless issues are related to range, we suggest
temporarily moving the computer, if possible, five to 10 feet from the N1 Vision.
Changing the wireless channel –Depending on local wireless traffic
and interference, switching the wireless channel of your network can
improve performance and reliability. The default channel the N1 Vision is
shipped with is channel 11; you may choose from several other channels
depending on your region. See the section on page 43 entitled "Changing
the Wireless Channel" for instructions on how to choose other channels.
Limiting the wireless transmit rate –Limiting the wireless transmit rate can
help improve the maximum wireless range and connection stability. Most
wireless cards have the ability to limit the transmission rate. To change this
property, go to the Windows Control Panel, open "Network Connections"
and double-click on your wireless card's connection. In the properties
dialog, select the "Configure" button on the "General" tab (Windows 98
users will have to select the wireless card in the list box and then click
"Properties"), then choose the "Advanced" tab and select the rate property.
Wireless client cards are usually set to automatically adjust the wireless
transmit rate for you, but doing so can cause periodic disconnects when the
wireless signal is too weak; as a rule, slower transmission rates are more
stable. Experiment with different connection rates until you find the best one
for your environment. Note that all available transmission rates should be
acceptable for browsing the Internet. For more assistance, see your wireless
card's user manual.
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