Samsung CY-SWR1100, User Manual

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This section will walk you through the installation process. Placement of the router is very important. Do not place the router
in an enclosed area such as a closet, cabinet, attic or garage.
• Note that you must configure the router with the computer that was last connected directly to your modem.
• You can only connect this router to the Ethernet port on your modem. If you are now using the USB connection, you must
turn off your modem when you install this router, disconnect the USB cable and connect an Ethernet cable to the Internet
port on the router and the Ethernet port on your modem, and then turn the modem back on. In some cases, you may need
to call your ISP to change connection types (USB to Ethernet).
• If you have DSL and are connecting via PPPoE, make sure you disable or uninstall any PPPoE software such as WinPoet,
Broadjump, or Enternet 300 from your computer or you will not be able to connect to the Internet.
• When running the Setup Wizard from the CD, make sure the computer you are running the CD from is connected to the
Internet and online or the wizard will not work. If you have disconnected any hardware, reconnect your computer to the
modem and make sure you are online.
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The wireless router lets you access your network using a wireless connection from anywhere within its operating range.
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. Typical ranges vary depending on the types of materials and background RF (radio
frequency) noise in your home or business. The key to maximizing wireless range is to follow these basic guidelines:
• Keep the number of walls and ceilings between the router and other network devices to a minimum - each wall or ceiling
can reduce your adapter’s range from 3-90 feet (1-30 meters.) Position your devices so that the number of walls or ceil-
ings is minimized.
• Be aware of the direct line between network devices. 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 appears 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.
• Building Materials make a difference. A solid metal door or aluminum studs may have a negative effect on range. Try to
position access points, wireless routers, and computers so that the signal passes through drywall or open doorways.
Materials and objects such as glass, steel, metal, walls with insulation, water (fish tanks), mirrors, file cabinets, brick,
and concrete will degrade your wireless signal.
• Keep your product at least 3-6 feet (or 1-2 meters) away from electrical devices or appliances that generate RF noise.
• If you are using 2.4GHz cordless phones or X-10 (wireless products such as ceiling fans, lights, and home security
systems), your wireless connection may degrade dramatically or drop completely. Make sure your 2.4GHz phone base is
as far away from your wireless devices as possible. The base transmits a signal even if the phone in not in use.
• You can wall mount this router (see page 9). If you wall mount the modem, all the considerations above apply.