WebSTAR™ Model DPW941™ Wireless Ethernet Adapter User’s Guide
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Operating Range
The WebSTAR DPW941 Wireless Ethernet Adapter range is dependent on the
operating environment. Every home or office layout varies in obstacles, barriers,
or wall types that may reflect or absorb radio signals. For example, two 802.11b
devices in an outdoor space may achieve an operating distance of up to 1000
feet (130 m) outdoors, while the same devices may only achieve up to 130 feet
(40 m) of range when used indoors.
The device automatically adjusts the data rate to maintain an operational
wireless connection. A wireless device that is close to an access point may
operate at higher speeds than a device far from the access point. You can
configure the data rates that a device uses. If you limit the range of data rates
available to the WebSTAR DPW941 Wireless Ethernet Adapter, you may reduce
the effective range of the wireless LAN coverage.
Site Survey
A site survey software utility provided with the WebSTAR DPW941 Wireless
Ethernet Adapter analyzes the installation environment and provides users with
recommendations for equipment and its placement. The optimum placement
differs depending on the device design and specifications.
Roaming Information
Tips on Roaming
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The WebSTAR DPW941 Wireless Ethernet Adapter can only roam between
access points of the same type.
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All computers with he WebSTAR DPW941 Wireless Ethernet Adapters must
have the same SSID as the access points to enable roaming.
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If encryption is enabled, all wireless clients must use the same encryption to
establish connection.
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We strongly recommended that you perform a site survey using the
WebSTAR DPW941 Wireless Ethernet Adapter utility to determine the best
location for each wireless device.
