NETGEAR WNHDE111 5GHz user manual Positioning Your Unit

WNHDE111 5GHz Wireless-N HD Access Point/Bridge User Manual

Table 1-2. Product label information

Item	Description
Serial Number which is also	The serial number is also the factory default WPA/WPA2 security key.
default WPA/WPA2 security	This enables easy automated WPS Push 'N' Connect setup.
key.
MAC Address.	The Media Access Control (MAC) address of this unit, which will be
	visible in status monitoring screens on the unit or on a router.

Positioning Your Unit

The operating distance or range of your wireless connection can vary significantly depending on the physical placement of your unit. For example, the thickness and number of walls the wireless signal must pass through might limit the range.

Note: Failure to follow these guidelines can result in significant performance degradation or an inability to wirelessly connect to the bridge.

For best results, place your bridge:

•Near the center of the area where your computers and other devices will operate, preferably within line of sight to your wireless devices.

•Accessible to an AC power outlet and near Ethernet cables for wired computers.

•In an elevated location such as a high shelf, keeping the number of walls and ceilings between the wireless range extender and your other devices to a minimum.

•Away from any large metal surfaces, such as a solid metal door or aluminum studs. Large expanses of other materials such as glass, insulated walls, fish tanks, mirrors, brick, and concrete can also affect your wireless signal.

•If placing 2 Wireless-N AccessPoint/Bridges with a direct line of sight between them, do not place them closer than 15 feet, as the antennas are tuned for this optimum distance. Orient the 2 units with the front panels (the side with the Power light) facing each other.

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v1.1, May 2008