Belkin F5D7130 user manual Changing the Wireless Channel

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CONFIGURING THE WIRELESS NETWORK SETTINGS

Changing the Wireless Channel

There are a number of operating channels you can choose from. In the United States, there are 11 channels. In the United Kingdom and most of Europe, there are 13 channels. In a small number of other countries, there are other channel requirements. Your WAP is configured to operate on the proper channels for the country you reside in. The default channel is 11. The channel can be changed if needed. If there are other wireless networks operating in your area, your network should be set to operate on a channel that is different than the other wireless networks. For best performance, use a channel that is at least five channels away from the other wireless network. For instance, if another network is operating on channel 11, then set your network to channel 6 or below. To change the channel, select the channel from the drop-down list. Click “Apply Changes”. The change is immediate.

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Contents Wireless Network Access Point Table of Contents Introduction Key Features OverviewApplications and Advantages Package ContentsSystem Requirements Specifications Knowing Your Wireless Access Point Front PanelPower Jack Reset ButtonResetting the WAP Restoring the Factory DefaultsPlacement of Your Wireless Access Point Installation Setting UP Your Wireless Computer to Configure the WAP Logging into the WAP Configuring the WAP UsingLogging out of the WAP Understanding the Advanced Web-Based User Interface 1Quick Navigation LinksHome Button Help ButtonLogin/Logout Button LAN SettingsFeatures Version InfoWireless Channel Wireless ModeSsid Broadcast SsidChanging the Wireless Channel Using the Wireless Mode Switch Changing the Wireless Network Name Ssid Using the Broadcast Ssid FeatureChanging the Wireless Encryption Settings Setting Encryption Automatically Using a PassphraseConfiguring the Wireless Network Settings Setting Encryption Manually Using a Hexadecimal Key Configuring the Wireless Network Settings Setting MAC Address Filtering WAP UtilitiesRestarting the WAP to Restore Normal Operation Restarting the WAPRestoring Factory Default Setting Saving a Current Configuration Restoring a Previous Configuration WAP Utilities Checking for a New Version of Firmware Updating FirmwareDownloading a New Version of Firmware WAP Utilities Updating the WAP’s Firmware Changing System Settings Setting or Changing the Administrator PasswordTroubleshooting Information FCC StatementModifications Federal Communications Commission NoticeCanada- Industry Canada IC Europe-European Union NoticeP74218