Buffalo Technology WRB-G54K manual Determining the Best Location For the Repeater WLA-G54C

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Determining the Best Location For the Repeater WLA-G54C

***IMPORTANT*** Although this procedure will assist you in selecting the best location for your repeater, some experimentation may be required to achieve optimal results. Many factors including line of sight obstructions and radio frequency interference affect signal strength, quality, and overall speed. Even small changes in the placement of the repeater can dramatically impact the quality of your connection.

Your WLA-G54C is preconfigured to work with your router so all that is required is to locate the best location for the WLA-G54C and attach power.

If the client computer you are using is portable you can use a signal strength indicator to determine the best location (Procedure A below).

If your computer is not portable, you can experiment with locations based on some general concepts to find a good spot and check signal strength (Procedure B below).

■NOTE: if you intend not to use the preconfigured settings for your repeater ( i.e. you intend to change the IP address or you intend to use the device as a stand-alone access point), please refer to the User Manual on your CD.

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Contents Setup Guide Package ContentsAdditional Requirements Setting up the Router WBR-G54 Connecting cables Refer to FigurePerform the next step for Wireless Router Setup only Remaining Steps apply to both Wired and Wireless SetupConfiguring your computers IP address Windows XP/2000 usersAccess the AirStation configuration For DSL Service For Cable Broadband Service Advanced Settings Optional Determining the Best Location For the Repeater WLA-G54C Ensure you are connected Other Windows Versions Using Client Manager Software Surveying your Environment Typical two story residential placement of repeater Skip to section Check Signal Strength Other Windows Versions Client Manager Software Required Check Signal Strength Backing Up and Restoring your Configuration Backing UpPage Restoring WBR-G54 Wireless Broadband Router Device Pre-configuration SettingsWLA-G54C Wireless Compact Repeater Bridge Wireless LAN WBR-G54 SpecificationsWLA-G54C Specifications TCP/IP Http
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