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The DWL-610 is compatible with 802.11b wireless products, which include
:
D-Link
Air
Plus DWL-650+
2.4GHz Wireless Cardbus Adapter used with laptop computers
D-Link
Air
DWL-510, D-Link
Air
Plus
DWL-520+
2.4GHz Wireless PCI cards used with desktop computers
D-Link
Air
Plus DWL-900AP+
Enhanced 2.4GHz Wireless Access Point
D-Link
Air
Plus DI-614+, DI-714P+
Enhanced 2.4GHz Wireless Broadband Routers
Standards-Based Technology
Based on the IEEE
802.11b
standard, the DWL-610 is also interoperable with existing
compatible 2.4GHz wireless technology with data transfer speeds of up to 11Mbps.
Installation Considerations
The D-Link
Air
DWL-610 lets you access your network, using a wireless connection,
from virtually 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:
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Keep your product away (at least 3-6 feet or 1-2 meters) from electrical
devices or appliances that generate RF noise.
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Keep the number of walls and ceilings between the DWL-610 and
o t h e r
network devices to a minimum - each wall or ceiling can reduce your D-Link
Air
Wireless product
’
s range from 3-90 feet (1-30 meters.)P o s i t i o n y o u r
devices so that the number of walls or ceilings is minimized.
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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 looks 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.
2
Building Materials can impede the wireless signal - a solid metal door or aluminum
studs may have a negative effect on range. Try to position wireless devices and
computers with wireless adapters so that the signal passes through drywall or
open doorways and not other materials.
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