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This section provides you with information on how to improve the performance of 

an ASUS WLAN network.

For optimal performance, locate wireless mobile clients and the ASUS APs away 

from transformers, heavy-duty motors, fluorescent lights, microwave ovens, 

refrigerators, and other industrial equipment. Signal loss can occur when metal, 

concrete, walls or floors block transmission. Locate the ASUS APs in open areas or 

add the ASUS APs as needed to improve coverage.

Microwave ovens operate in the same frequency band as the ASUS AP . If you use 

a microwave within range of the ASUS AP, you may notice network performance 

degradation. But both your microwave and your the ASUS AP  continue to function.

Every environment is unique with different obstacles, barriers, or materials. Hence, 

it is difficult to determine the exact range that will be achieved without testing. 

Some guidelines have been developed so users can estimate the rage, but there 

are no hard and fast specifications. 

Radio signals may reflect off of some obstacles or be absorbed by others 

depending on their construction. For example, with two 802.11b radios, you may 

achieve up to 1000’ in open space outdoors where there are no obstacles between 

the two devices. The same two units may only achieve up to 300’ of range when 

used indoors.

By default, the ASUS AP will automatically adjust the data rate to maintain a usable 

radio connection. A client that is close to the ASUS AP may operate at a higher 

speed while a client that is on the fringe of coverage may operate at a lower speed. 

As mentioned earlier, you can configure the data rates that the ASUS AP will use. 

If you limit the range of data rates available to the ASUS AP, you may reduce the 

effective wireless range of the WLAN coverage.

A site survey, a utility provided with the ASUS WLAN cards, analyzes the 

installation environment and provides you with recommendations for the device 

and its placement. The optimum placement differ depending on the ASUS AP 

design and specifications.