Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface
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Changing the Wireless Channel
There are a number of operating channels you can choose from. In
the United States and Australia, there are 11 channels. In the United
Kingdom and most of Europe, there are 13 channels. In a small number
of other countries, there are other channel requirements. Your Router is
configured to operate on the proper channels for the country you reside
in. The default channel is 11 (unless you are in a country that does not
allow channel 11). The channel can be changed if needed. If there are
other wireless networks operating in your area, your network should
be set to operate on a channel that is different than the other wireless
networks. For best performance, use a channel that is at least five
channels away from the other wireless network. For instance, if another
network is operating on channel 11, then set your network to channel 6
or below. To change the channel, select the channel from the drop-down
list. Click “Apply Changes”. The change is immediate.
Using the Broadcast SSID Feature
Note: This advanced feature should be employed by advanced users
only.
For security, you can choose not to broadcast your network’s SSID.
Doing so will keep your network name hidden from computers that
are scanning for the presence of wireless networks. To turn off the
broadcast of the SSID, remove the check mark from the box next to
“Broadcast SSID”, and then click “Apply Changes”. The change is
immediate. Each computer now needs to be set to connect to your
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