Configuring the Advanced Settings
SSID broadcast
If this option is enabled (default setting), the Gigaset SE366 WLAN will send the SSID with all data transmissions and your Gigaset SE366 WLAN's SSID will be displayed on PCs that have a wireless network adapter. In this case, eavesdroppers could use the SSID to gain access to your local network.
If you disable SSID broadcast, your Gigaset SE366 WLAN's SSID will not be displayed. This increases protection against unauthorised access to your wireless network. How- ever, you must make a note of the SSID. You will need it to log in to your PC.
ìSelect the Off option to deactivate SSID broadcast.
Sending power
ìSelect the required sending power for your device.
We recommend that you select a sending power with a range to suit the spatial environment of your local network. A range that is much greater makes it easier to eavesdrop on your wireless data transmission.
Channel bonding
You can only use Channel bonding if this function is supported by at least one client in your wireless network. For the best possible data transfer rates, all clients in your wireless LAN should support Channel bonding.
ìSelect an option for Channel bonding from the list: 20 MHz, 40 MHz or 40/20 MHz Auto (default).
Network performance
You can optimise network performance in the following ways:
uOptimize throughput
maximises the data transmission rate in your network and ensures that data traffic is transmitted immediately.
uOptimize power saving
optimises power consumption in order to extend standby times for mobile devices in your network, e.g. notebooks, PDAs and WLAN handsets.
uCustom
This allows you to adjust the netwoek performance to suit your needs on the basis of the following items:
–Beacon interval defines the interval between two Beacons. Measured in milliseconds, default = 100 msecs.
–DTIM interval defines the interval between two DTIMs for devices in power- saving mode.
Measured in number of beacons, default = 2 beacons.
ìChoose the desired Network performance.
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