Planet WL-U356, User Manual

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Any packet size is larger than it will be fragmented. If you hit upon a high packet error rate,
try to increase this value, but the performance will thus be affected. Keeping the default
setting applies to most scenarios.
u RTS/CTS Threshold : This feature focuses on solving the “ Hidden Note ” issue and
avoiding subsequent collisions. If you encounter a high packet error rate and high latency,
try to adjust this value to find the suitable one for your wireless network. However, its
implementation will cause additional overhead to your wireless network.
3.5 Information
This screen shows the current driver and utility version, and the
MAC Address of the
adapter.
3.6 Software AP mode
This mode turns the USB adapter into a wireless access point immediately. As an AP, it comes
with all basic functions contained in an ordinary AP as follows:
u Mode: There are two modes available: Station and Access Point.
Ø Station: Set the USB adapter as a wireless client/station.
Ø Access Point: Switch the USB adapter into a wireless access point.
u Network Adapter: Display the product information of the USB adapter.