Hardware Setup
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AC750 Wireless Dual Band Gigabit Router R6050
Product Label
The label on the router shows the network name (SSID), network key (password), login
information, MAC address, and serial number.
MAC address
Serial number
Password (network key)
WiFi network name (SSID)
Restore Factory Settings button
Figure 4. The label shows unique information about your router
See
Factory Default Settings
on page
156 for information about restoring factory settings.
Position Your Router
The router lets you access your network anywhere within the operating range of your WiFi
network. However, the operating distance or range of your WiFi connection can vary
significantly depending on the physical placement of your router. For example, the thickness
and number of walls the WiFi signal passes through can limit the range.
Additionally, other WiFi access points in and around your home might affect your router’s
signal. WiFi access points are routers, repeaters, WiFi range extenders, or any other device
that emits a WiFi signal for network access.
To position your router:
1.
Carefully peel off the protective film covering your router.
2.
Position your router according to the following guidelines:
•
Place your router near the center of the area where your computers and other devices
operate, and within line of sight to your WiFi devices.
•
Make sure that the router is within reach of an AC power outlet and near Ethernet
cables for wired computers.
•
Place the router in an elevated location, minimizing the number walls and ceilings
between the router and your other devices.
•
Place the router away from electrical devices such as these:
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Ceiling fans
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Home security systems
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Microwaves
