■ If you are connecng devices to the Ethernet ports, can you easily run cables between
the Data Gateway’s locaon and those devices?
■ If you want to install the Data Gateway on a desktop, is there enough space on either
side to keep the vents clear? Blocking the vents may cause overheang.
■ How close are your wireless devices? The Data Gateway wireless connecon range is
typically 100–200 feet (30m–65m). A number of factors can aect connecon range, as
described below.
Desktop mounng instrucons
Posion the Data Gateway so that:
■ it stands vercally on its base (do not lay it at on its side.)
■ air ows freely around it
■ the back faces the nearest wall
■ it will not fall to the oor if bumped or moved
■ the venlaon holes on the sides of the unit are not blocked
Factors that aect wireless range
A number of factors can aect the usable range for wireless connecons.
Increases range
■ Adding a wireless extender to the network
Decreases range ■ Metal or concrete walls between the Data Gateway and other
devices
■ Large metal appliances, aquariums, or metal cabinets between the
Data Gateway and other devices
■ Interference and RF noise (2.4 GHz wireless phones, microwave
ovens, or other wireless networks)
Note: Set the transmit power level to High to increase the range. Set it to Medium or
Low to decrease the range proporonately.
Note: You may decide to decrease the range of your wireless network, as long as the
decreased range is sucient for your needs. By liming your network’s range, you
reduce interference with other networks and make it harder for unwanted users to
nd and connect to your network.
Chapter 2: Get started
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