Actiontec MI424WR (GigE) - Manual (Page 35)

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Actiontec Wireless Broadband Router User Manual
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Chapter 4 Creating a Wireless Network
Advanced Wireless Options
The bottom of the Configure Wireless Access Point screen comprises “Advanced
Wireless Options.” Only experienced network technicians should make any
changes to these settings.
Transmission Rate Select the wireless transmission rate from the drop-down list,
or select “Auto” to have the Router automatically select the best transmission
rate. This setting adjusts the bit rate of the Router’s wireless transmissions.
CTS Protection Mode Activating CTS (Clear to Send) Protection Mode allows
mixed 802.11b/g networks to operate at maximum efficiency. Select “Auto” from
the drop-down list to activate. Select “None” to deactivate .
Beacon Interval Beacons are transmitted by the Router to help identify wireless
networks. If beacons are transmitted too infrequently, networks may become
hard to reach; if too frequently, they become a resource waste. Enter the desired
beacon interval value (in milliseconds) in this text box.
DTIM Interval Enter the DTIM ( Delivery Traffic Indication Message) interval
value (in milliseconds) in this text box. A DTIM is a countdown mechanism for
the Router, informing wireless network clients of the next window for listening
to broadcast and multicast messages.
Fragmentation Threshold Setting the correct fragmentation threshold can
increase the reliability of frame transmissions on the wireless network. Enter the
fragmentation threshold in this text box.