Positioning Your Wireless Router
The location of your router has a big impact on wireless performance. A good location is one which reduces the distance between client and router, and also minimizes signal interference and obstructions.
When deciding where to position your wireless router, consider the following:
- Router needs to be as close to the center of your coverage area as possible.
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Router should be placed on a tall shelf or mounted near the ceiling to prevent obstruction caused by furniture and other items.
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Router should be as far away from neighbor’s wireless networks as possible. Router should also be on a different channel than nearby networks.
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Router should be kept away from household devices like cordless phones and microwaves.
