D-Link DIR-645 [13/134] Wireless installation considerations

9D-Link DIR-645 User Manual

Section 2 - Hardware Installation

Wireless Installation Considerations

The router lets you access your network using a wireless connection from virtually anywhere within the operating range of your wireless network.

Keep in mind, however, that the number, thickness and location of walls, ceilings, or other objects that the wireless signals must pass through, may

limit the range. Ranges vary depending on the types of materials and background RF (radio frequency) noise in your home or oce. The key to

maximizing the wireless range is to follow these basic guidelines:

1. Keep the number of walls and ceilings between the D-Link router and other network devices to a minimum. Each wall or

ceiling can reduce your adapter’s range from 3 to 90 feet (1 to 30 meters.) Position your devices so that the number of walls

and/or ceilings is minimized.

2. Be aware of the direct line between network devices. A wall that is 1.5 feet thick (0.5 meters), at a 45-degree angle appears to

be almost 3 feet (1 meter) thick. At a 2-degree angle it looks over 42 feet (14 meters) thick. Position devices so that the signal

will travel straight through a wall or ceiling (instead of at an angle) for better reception.

3. Try to position access points, wireless routers, and computers so that the signal passes through open doorways and drywall.

Materials such as glass, metal, brick, insulation, concrete and water can aect wireless performance. Large objects such as sh

tanks, mirrors, le cabinets, metal doors and aluminum studs may also have a negative eect on range.

4. Keep your product at least 3 to 6 feet (1-2 meters) away from electrical devices or appliances that generate RF noise.

5. If you are using 2.4GHz cordless phones, make sure that the 2.4GHz phone base is as far away from your wireless device as

possible. The base transmits a signal even if the phone in not in use. In some cases, cordless phones, X-10 wireless devices, and

electronic equipment such as ceiling fans, uorescent lights, and home security systems may dramatically degrade wireless

connectivity.