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2.4 Operating range
2.4.1 Range
The SmartAnt SAA04-05224A range is dependent on the operating
environment. Every home or office layout varies in obstacles, barriers, or
wall types which may reflect or absorb radio signals. For example, two
802.11b devices in an open space may achieve an operating distance of
up to 1000 meters, ( 3280 feet ) while the same devices may only achieve
up to 300 ( 984 feet ) meters 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 AP may operate
at higher speeds than a device far from the AP. You can configure the
data rates that a device uses. If you limit the range of data rates available
to the an AP, you may reduce the effective range of the wireless LAN
coverage.
2.4.2 Site survey
A site survey (utility provided with the SmartAnt SAA04-05224A) analyzes
the installation environment and provides users with recommendations
for equipment and its placement. The optimum placement differ depending
on the device design and specifications.
