Reference Manual for the NETGEAR ProSafe Wireless Access Point 802.11g WG302
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Advanced Configuration
July 2005 v3.0
Understanding Advanced Wireless Settings
The advanced wireless settings menu enables configuration of the following:
•
AutoCell RF management
•
Wi-Fi multimedia (WMM) setup
•
Hotspot settings
•
Advanced wireless parameters
These options are discussed below.
AutoCell RF Management
AutoCell provides advanced RF wireless management features that improve performance and
enhance security.
Table 5-1.
What does AutoCell do?
AutoCell's self-organizing micro cells provide an additional level of privacy for enterprises.
AutoCell clients are highly-recommended for Enhanced RF Security.
Problem
AutoCell Settings
Erosion of privacy
Optional setting allows Wi-Fi network to be nearly
undetectable by neighbors and hackers.
(Enhance RF Privacy -- Default: Disable)
Diminishing performance from
multiple APs installed in one
area.
APs and clients load-balance traffic across under utilized
APs. (
Auto RF Management -- Default: Enable)
.
Complexity of installation
Customers can put APs anywhere they want and in any
density APs. (
Auto RF Management -- Default: Enable)
Increasing interference
Clients and APs avoid interference from neighbors and
other unexpected sources.
(
Auto RF Management -- Default: Enable).
