Chapter 8 Troubleshooting
Is the Router flash-upgradeable? How do I do it?
Yes, the firmware is upgradeable. You can find a link to the firmware site under “Utilities” in the
Does the Router function as a DSL modem?
No, the Router does not have a DSL modem
Do I need a specific cable or DSL modem to use the Router?
No, the Router works with any Ethernet cable, and virtually any cable/DSL modem.
Wireless
Can I use an 802.11b wireless card to connect to the Router?
Yes, the Router can handle 802.11b cards or 802.11g cards. The 802.11g standard is backward compatible with the 802.11b standard. The Router can be set up to handle just “g” wireless cards, just “b” wireless cards, or both.
If I install several Routers in different locations in my building, will they be able to talk to each other? Will I be able to stay connected as I move between them?
The Router does not communicate with other access points, since it is a single access point system. If you install several Router devices and move between cov- erage areas, your wireless device would actually have to reconnect to a separate network.
Will cordless phones interfere with the Router?
The Router uses the 2.4 GHz frequency. If your cordless phone uses this fre- quency, problems may occur. Different cordless phones use different frequen- cies, and generally include a label stating which frequency they use. If you are having problems with interference caused by your cordless phone, try changing the Router’s channel (see “Channel” on page 44). This can sometimes clear up interference issues. Any wireless device using the 2.4 GHz frequencies can cause wireless interference.
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