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Q 9:
Where should I install/position the HG256s in my home?
It is recommended that you place the HG256s in a stable and well-ventilated place and
do not expose it to direct sunlight, as described in chapter 1 "Warnings and Precaution."
If you want to use the WLAN function of the HG256s, you also need to pay attention to
the following precautions so as to achieve the best performance of the WLAN:
Place the HG256s in an open space and ensure that no obstacle, such as a cement or
wooden wall, exists between your Desktops/Laptops/PCs and HG256s. Otherwise,
the transmission of radio signals on the WLAN surely could be affected.
Ensure that HG256s and your Desktops/Laptops/PCs are far from the electric
appliances/devices (such as a microwave oven) that generate strong magnetic or
electric fields. Magnetic or electric fields would interfere with WLAN wireless
signal and result in bad reception performance.
Q 10:
What are the factors that affect the wireless performance &
range-coverage of the HG256s?
The wireless performance & range-coverage is impacted by the combined effects of
various factors as below:
Transmission attenuation – consider the health, wireless devices transmit power
must be limited within a certain range. Meanwhile, household items and room walls
will absorb the radio signal to generate signal attenuation. The more walls or objects
between the computer and HG256s, the weaker of wireless signal and the lower of
the rate.
Distance attenuation - the wireless signal propagation in space is impacted by
distance. Beyond a certain range, the wireless network connection speed will be
reduced or even cannot receive the WLAN signal.
Interference - wireless interference is the most universal WLAN problems. For radio
interference, except the mutual interference between the WLANs, there are many
electrical household equipment (such as microwave ovens, electric stove,
refrigerator, air conditioning, telephone, etc.) produce radio radiation, which will
affect the WLAN signal.
Antenna - wireless equipments have transmitted antennas, subject to the direction of
the antennas. Generally, the signal is not launched in all directions. HG256s in use.
Additionally, movement of the device may induce the poor wireless coverage in
some regions. If this always occurs, you should to rotate the antenna of the HG256s
to find the appropriate direction. It is recommended to place the HG256s upright.
Network Share - wireless network sharing is widely used; multiple users share the
network will definitely decline the rate of wireless network for individual user.
Please check the number of the wireless access connection. At the same time, please
ensure that do not modify the default wireless configuration of the HG256s.
Q 11:
What can I do to minimize wireless interference from other devices
that can affect the HG256s?