Radio Channel – The radio channel that the access point uses to communicate with wireless clients. When multiple access points are deployed in the same area, set the channel on neighboring access points at least four channels apart to avoid interference with each other. For example, in the United States you can deploy up to four access points in the same area (e.g., channels 36, 56, 149, 165). Also note that the channel for wireless clients is automatically set to the same as that used by the access point to which it is linked. (Default: Channel 60 for normal mode, and channel 42 for Turbo mode)
Antenna ID – Selects the antenna to be used by the access point; either the included diversity antennas or an optional external antenna. The optional external antennas that are certified for use with the access point are listed in the
Radio Interface
Normal Mode
Turbo Mode
NOTE: The Antenna ID must be selected in conjunction with the Output Antenna to configure proper use of any of the antenna options.
Output Antenna – Selects the use of both fixed antennas operating in diversity mode or a single antenna. (Default: Diversity)
Both: The radio uses both antennas in a diversity system. Select this method when the Antenna ID is set to "3Com Integrated Antenna" to use the access point's integrated antennas.
Right: To activate the 5 GHz external antenna, one must select the "right " antenna in the antenna selection UI.
Left: To activate the 2.4 GHz external antenna, one must select the "left " antenna in the antenna selection UI.
Transmit Power – Adjusts the power of the radio signals transmitted from the access point. The higher the transmission power, the farther the transmission range. Power selection is not just a trade off between coverage area and maximum supported clients. You also have to ensure that
