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USING THE WEB-BASED ADVANCED USER INTERFACE
Using the Wireless Mode Switch
Your Router can operate in three different wireless modes: “54g-Auto”,
“54g-Only”, and “54g-LRS”. The different modes are explained below.
54g-Auto Mode
In this mode, the Router is compatible with 802.11b and 54g wireless clients
simultaneously. This is the factory default mode and ensures successful operation
with all Wi-Fi-compatible devices. If you have a mix of 802.11b and 54g clients
in your network, we recommend setting the Router to 54g-Auto mode. This
setting should only be changed if you have a specific reason to do so.
54g-Only Mode
54g-Only mode works with 54g clients only. This mode is recommended only if
you want to prevent 802.11b clients from accessing your network. To switch
modes, select the desired mode from the “Wireless Mode” drop-down box. Then,
click “Apply Changes”.
54g-LRS Mode
We recommend you DO NOT use this mode unless you have a very specific reason
to do so. This mode exists only to solve unique problems that may occur with
some 802.11b client adapters and is NOT necessary for interoperability of 54g
and 802.11b standards.
When to use 54g-LRS Mode
In some cases, older 802.11b clients may not be compatible with 54g wireless.
These adapters tend to be of inferior design and may use older drivers or
technology. 54g-LRS (Limited Rate Support) allows these clients to be
compatible with the newer 54g technology. Switching to this mode can solve
problems that sometimes occur with these clients. If you suspect that you are
using a client adapter that falls into this category of adapters, first check with
the adapter vendor to see if there is a driver update. If there is no driver update
available, switching to 54g-LRS mode may fix your problem.
Please note that
switching to 54g-LRS mode may decrease 54g performance slightly.