NETGEAR DGFV338 Chapter 3 Wireless Configuration

Wireless Configuration 3-1
v1.0, April 2007
Chapter 3
Wireless Configuration
This chapter describes how to configure the wireless features of your ProSafe DGFV338.
In planning your wireless network, you should consider the level of security required. You should
also select the physical placement of your DGFV338 in order to maximize the network speed (see
Chapter 2, “Basic Installation and Configuration”). For further information on wireless
networking, refer to Appendix B, “Related Documents for a link to resource material on the
NETGEAR website.
Implementing Wireless Security
Be aware that the time it takes to establish a wireless connection can vary depending on both your
security settings and placement. WEP connections can take slightly longer to establish. Also, WEP
encryption can consume more battery power on a notebook computer.
Note: Failure to follow these guidelines can result in significant performance degradation
or inability to wirelessly connect to the wireless firewall. For complete range and
performance specifications, please see Appendix A, “Default Settings and
Technical Specifications.”
Note: Indoors, computers can connect to wireless networks at ranges of 300 feet or more.
Such distances allow others outside of your area to access your network.