62D-Link GO-RT-N150 User Manual
Appendix A - Wireless Basics
Where is wireless used? 
 
Wireless technology is expanding everywhere not just at home or ofce. People like the freedom of mobility 
and it’s becoming so popular that more and more public facilities now provide wireless access to attract people. 
The wireless connection in public places is usually called “hotspots”.
Using a D-Link USB Adapter with your laptop, you can access the hotspot to connect to Internet from remote 
locations like: Airports, Hotels, Coffee Shops, Libraries, Restaurants, and Convention Centers.
Wireless network is easy to setup, but if you’re installing it for the rst time it could be quite a task not knowing 
where to start. That’s why we’ve put together a few setup steps and tips to help you through the process of 
setting up a wireless network.
Tips
Here are a few things to keep in mind, when you install a wireless network.
Centralize your router or Access Point
 
Make  sure  you  place  the  router/access  point  in  a  centralized  location  within  your  network  for  the  best 
performance. Try to place the router/access point as high as possible in the room, so the signal gets dispersed 
throughout your home. If you have a two-story home, you may need a repeater to boost the signal to extend 
the range.
Eliminate Interference 
 
Place home appliances such as cordless telephones, microwaves, and televisions as far away as possible 
from the router/access point. This would signicantly reduce any interference that the appliances might cause 
since they operate on same frequency.