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Wi-Fi preferences
Use the Allow Wi-Fi Devices to Connect ON/OFF slider to turn
Wi-Fi on or off. This selection affects primary and guest networks.
NOTE: If Wi-Fi is off, the only way to connect devices to the
Hotspot is by tethering with a USB cable or via Ethernet if the
Ethernet port is enabled.
Use the Allow Wi-Fi setting changes from the touchscreen ON/
OFF slider to allow or disallow setting Wi-Fi options on the Hotspot
touchscreen.
Select Change connection limit to change the maximum number
of devices allowed to connect to your Hotspot Wi-Fi. Use the slider
to select a number and click Save Changes. The maximum number
of connected devices is 32.
Band selection
Each network can be accessed over two bands: 2.4GHz, 5GHz:
• The 2.4GHz band is supported by all devices with Wi-Fi and
should be used by devices that are a few years old or older.
This band passes through walls better and propagates over
longer distances, so it may have a longer range.
• The 5GHz band is best for newer devices. It offers better
throughput, reduced interference and faster data speeds,
but does not pass through walls as well as the 2.4GHz band.
NOTE: The guest network must be assigned at least one
band before it can be turned on.
2.4GHz Band Settings
This section displays the 802.11 Mode in use when the 2.4GHz
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