D-Link DI-614+ [9/74] Wireless basics

Wireless Basics

sense the best possible connection speed to ensure the greatest speed and

range possible with the technology.

Installation Considerations

Designed to go up to 1,312 feet (400 meters) outdoors and up to 328 feet

(100 meters) indoors, D-Link AirPlus DI-614+ lets you access your network

with your laptop computer from virtually anywhere. Keep in mind, however,

that the number, thickness and location of walls, ceilings or other objects that

the wireless signals must pass thru may limit range. Typical ranges vary

depending on the types of materials and background RF (radio frequency)

noise in your home or business. The key to maximizing range is to follow

these basic guidelines:

Keep the number of walls and ceilings between the wireless Access

Point and your receiving device (e.g., the DWL-650+) to a minimum -

Each wall or ceiling can reduce your D-Link Air Wireless product’s range

from 3-90 feet (1-30 meters.) Position your Access Points, Residential

Gateways, and computers so that the number of walls or ceilings is

minimized.

2. Be aware of the direct line between Access Points, Residential

Gateways (routers) and computers. A wall that is 1.5 feet thick (.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! Try to make

sure that the Access Points and adapters are positioned so that the

signal will travel straight through a wall or ceiling for better reception.

3. Building Materials make a difference - A solid metal door or aluminum

studs may have a negative effect on range. Try to position Access Points,

and computers with wireless adapters so that the signal passes through

drywall or open doorways and not other materials.

4. Make sure that the device’s antenna is positioned for best reception by

using the software signal strength tools included with your product.

5. Keep your product away (at least 3-6 feet or 1-2 meters) from electrical

devices or appliances that may generate extreme RF noise.

For the average home, signal range should not be an issue. If you

experience low or no signal strength in areas of your home that you wish to

access, consider positioning the Access Point in a location directly between

the computers with wireless adapters. Additional Access Points can be

connected to provide better coverage in rooms where the signal does not

appear as strong as desired.