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Chapter 5: Navigate the Web Configurator
HT Protect
Enable HT (High Throughput) protect to ensure HT transmission with MAC mechanism. Under 802.11n mode, a wireless client can
be divided into HT STA and Non-HT STA, among which the one with HT protect enabled gets higher throughput.
Frequency/Channel
Channel varies much as the available band differs from country to country. Select a proper operating channel in the drop-down
list according to your situation.
Extension Channel
Only applicable to AP, AP Repeater, and 40 MHz channel width, extension channel indicates the use of channel bonding that
allows the Wireless Ethernet Extender to use two channels at once. Two options are available: Upper Channel and Lower Channel.
Channel Mode
Four levels are available: 5 MHz, 10 MHz, 20 MHz, and 40 MHz. The last one can enhance data throughput, but it takes more
bandwidth, thus it might cause potential interference.
Antenna
By default, IEEE 802.11n VAC Access Point uses its built-in antenna for directional transmission; however, if you prefer to use an
external antenna for your case-dependent applications, you can switch from “Internal (8 dBi)” to”External (N-Type).”
When External (N-Type) is selected, an Antenna Gain bar will appear to allow you specify the gain of the external antenna. The
antenna gain calculates the TX power back off needed to remain in compliance with regulations.
NOTES:
You are able to choose “External (N-Type)” only when you have installed the external antenna properly; otherwise, the Wireless
Ethernet Extender might be damaged.
The maximum output power will vary depending on the country selected in order to comply with the local
regulation.
The output power here is counted from the RF single chain only not including the 8dBi internal antenna.
Maximum Output Power (per chain)
Specify the signal transmission power. The higher the output power is, the wider the signal can cover, but the power consumption
will be greater accordingly. The output power will vary depending on each country’s regulation.
Data Rate
Usually “Auto” is preferred. Under this rate, the Wireless Ethernet Extender will automatically select the highest available rate to
transmit. In some cases, however, where there is no great demand for speed, you can have a relatively-low transmit rate for
compromise of a long distance.
Extension Channel Protection Mode
This is to avoid conflict with other wireless network and boost the ability of your device to catch all 802.11g transmissions.
However, it may decrease wireless network performance. Compared to CTS-Self; the transmission amount of CTS-RTS is much
lower.
Enable MAC Clone
Available only under wireless client mode, this hides the MAC address of the AP while it displays the one of associated wireless
client or the MAC address is designated manually.
Site Survey
Under wireless client mode, the Wireless Ethernet Extender can perform site survey, detecting information on the available access
points.
