Asus WL-330 - Manual (Page 22)

22 ASUS Pocket Wireless Access Point
2. Installation
2.4 Operating range
2.4.1 Range
The ASUS Pocket Wireless AP range is dependent on the operating
environment. Every home or office layout varies in obstacles, barriers, or wall
types which may reflect or absorb radio signals. For example, two 802.11b
radios in an open space may achieve an operating distance of up to 1000
meters, while the same two units may only achieve up to 300 meters of range
when used indoors.
By default, the device automatically adjusts the data rate to maintain a usable
radio connection. Therefore, a client that is close to the device may operate at
higher speeds while a client that is on the fringe of coverage may operate at
lower speeds. You can configure the data rates that the device uses. If you
limit the range of data rates available to the ASUS Pocket AP, you may
reduce the effective wireless range of the WLAN coverage.
2.4.2 Site Surveys
A site survey (utility provided with the ASUS Pocket Wireless AP) analyzes the
installation environment and provides users with recommendations for
equipment and its placement. The optimum placement differ depending on the
device design and specifications.
2.5 Roaming information
If there are several ASUS Pocket Wireless APs operating on a network, then a
wireless mobile client may seamlessly roam from one ASUS Pocket Wireless
AP to another.
Each ASUS Pocket Wireless AP creates its own wireless cell or coverage
area known as a Basic Service Set (BSS). Any wireless mobile client can
communicate with a particular ASUS AP if it is within that AP’s coverage area.