D-Link DIR-301 manual Centralize your router or Access Point, Eliminate Interference

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Appendix A - Wireless Basics

Where is wireless used?

Wireless technology is expanding everywhere not just at home or office. People like the freedom of mobility and it’s becoming so popular that more and more public facilities now provide wireless access to attract people. The wireless connection in public places is usually called “hotspots”.

Using a D-Link Cardbus Adapter with your laptop, you can access the hotspot to connect to Internet from remote locations like Airports, Hotels, Coffee Shops, Libraries, Restaurants, and Convention Centers.

Wireless network is easy to setup, but if you’re installing it for the first time it could be quite a task not knowing where to start. That’s why we’ve put together a few setup steps and tips to help you through the process of setting up a wireless network.

Tips

Here are a few things to keep in mind, when you install a wireless network.

Centralize your router or Access Point

Make sure you place the router/access point in a centralized location within your network for the best performance. Try to place the router/access point as high as possible in the room, so the signal gets dispersed throughout your home. If you have a two-story home, you may need a repeater to boost the signal to extend the range.

Eliminate Interference

Place home appliances such as cordless telephones, microwaves, and televisions as far away as possible from the router/access point. This would significantly reduce any interference that the appliances might cause since they operate on same frequency.

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Contents Page Table of Contents Troubleshooting Wireless Basics Wireless SecurityNetworking Basics RegistrationProductPackageOverviewContents Introduction Features Connections Hardware OverviewLAN Ports LEDs Power LEDLocal Network LEDs Status LEDBefore you Begin InstallationWireless Installation Considerations Connect to Cable/DSL/Satellite Modem Connect to Another Router Installation Web-based Configuration Utility ConfigurationClick Launch Internet Connection Setup Wizard to begin Setup WizardConfiguration Configuration Configuration Dynamic Cable Internet SetupPPPoE DSL Pptp L2TP Big Pond Static assigned by ISP Wireless Settings Network Settings Dhcp Server Settings Port Forwarding Rules Application Rules Dhcp Client Network FilterWebsite Filter Configure Website Select Turn Website Filtering OFF, TurnFirewall Settings CTS Mode Advanced Wireless SettingsAdvanced Network Settings IP Address Port Administrator SettingsTime Settings System Settings Firmware Upgrade System Check Device Information Log Stats Wireless StatsSupport What is WEP? Wireless SecurityNext to Security Mode, select Enable WEP Security Configure WEPWhat is WPA? Configure WPA-PSK Configure WPA Radius Using Windows XP Connect to a Wireless NetworkConfigure WEP Connecting to a Wireless Network Configure WPA-PSK Connecting to a Wireless Network Why can’t I access the web-based configuration utility? TroubleshootingWhat can I do if I forgot my password? Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Wireless Basics Wireless Local Area Network Wlan What is Wireless?Home Wireless Personal Area Network WpanSmall Office and Home Office Eliminate Interference Centralize your router or Access PointSecurity Wireless ModesCheck your IP address Networking BasicsStep Highlight Internet Protocol TCP/IP and click Properties StepStandards Technical SpecificationsHumidity Contacting Technical Support