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Before Installing Your Wireless Network (cont’d)
You should consider placing the Verizon FiOS Router in an open
area where the wireless range will not be directly affected by
surroundings. Wireless signal strength will be much stronger in
an open area as opposed to an area with lots of obstructions.
The wireless signal degrades with distance and obstructions,
including ceilings, walls, furniture, etc. You should consider the
layout of your home or business when deciding where to
place your Verizon FiOS Router.
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In a single story building you may want to place the router
as high and as close to each wireless computer as possible.
Consider where you will use your wireless devices when
placing your router. Avoid putting the router behind large
objects or other obstructions to avoid interference.
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The Verizon FiOS Router is generally able to go through one
or two walls before it loses connectivity. Keep the number of
walls and ceilings between your router and the other devices
on your network to a minimum.
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Position the devices connected to your network so the signals
will go straight through a wall rather than at an angle. The
wall, at an angle, will have a greater effect on signal strength.
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You should consider placing the Verizon FiOS Router near a
window if you want to access the network outside of your
home or business.
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You should consider keeping the Verizon FiOS Router away
from any large metal objects. Metal objects may adversely
impact signal quality and speed by reflecting the signals off
metal objects as well as obstructing the signals.
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What factors should I consider
when planning my wireless network?
The decision to go with a wired vs. wireless
network depends on several factors including ease
of installation, reliability, security, mobility, and
performance. Your Verizon FiOS® Router has both
wireless and wired ports for maximum flexibility.
You should carefully consider the advantages and
disadvantages of wireless vs. wired for each
device on your network.
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