D-Link AIRPLUS DWL-900AP PLUS Manual page 9

range at speeds up to 22 Mbps. D-Link AirPlus products will automatically
sense the best possible connection speed to ensure the greatest speed and
range possible with the technology.
Installation Considerations
Designed to go up to 1,312 feet (400 meters) outdoors and up to 328 feet
(100 meters) indoors, D-Link AirPlus DWL-900AP+ lets you access your
network with using a wireless connection from virtually anywhere. Keep in
mind, however, that the number, thickness and location of walls, ceilings or
other objects that the wireless signals must pass through may limit the range.
Typical ranges vary depending on the types of materials and background RF
(radio frequency) noise in your home or business. The key to maximizing
wireless range is to follow these basic guidelines:
1. Keep the number of walls and ceilings between the wireless Access
Point and your receiving device (e.g., the DWL-650+) to a minimum -
Each wall or ceiling can reduce your D-Link AirPlus Wireless product's
range from 3-90 feet (1-30 meters.)
Residential Gateways, and computers so that the number of walls or
ceilings is minimized.
2. Be aware of the direct line between Access Points, Residential
Gateways (routers) and computers. A wall that is 1.5 feet thick (.5
meters), at a 45-degree angle appears to be almost 3 feet (1 meter) thick.
At a 2-degree angle it looks over 42 feet (14 meters) thick! Try to make
sure that the Access Points and adapters are positioned so that the
signal will travel straight through a wall or ceiling for better reception.
3. Building Materials make a difference - A solid metal door or aluminum
studs may have a negative effect on range. Try to position Access Points,
and computers with wireless adapters so that the signal passes through
drywall or open doorways and not other materials.
4. Make sure that the device's antenna is positioned for best reception by
using the software signal strength tools included with your product.
5. Keep your product away (at least 3-6 feet or 1-2 meters) from electrical
devices or appliances that may generate extreme RF noise.
For the average home, signal range should not be an issue.
experience low or no signal strength in areas of your home that you wish to
access, consider positioning the Access Point in a location directly between
the computers with wireless adapters.
connected to provide better coverage in rooms where the signal does not
appear as strong as desired.
Position your Access Points,
Additional Access Points can be
If you