Belkin PM01110 User Manual

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Using the Wireless Mode switch
Your Router can operate in four different wireless modes: “g and b”, “g

only”, “b only”, and “off”� The different modes are explained (below)�

g and b Mode
In this mode, the Router is compatible with 802�11b and 802�11g wireless

clients simultaneously� This is the factory default mode and ensures

successful operation with all Wi-Fi-compatible devices� If you have a mix

of 802�11b and 802�11g clients in your network, we recommend setting

the Router to g and b mode� This setting should only be changed if you

have a specific reason to do so�

g only Mode
802�11g mode works with 802�11g clients only� This mode is

recommended only if you want to prevent 802�11b clients from accessing

your network� To switch modes, select the desired mode from the

“Wireless Mode” drop-down box� Then, click “Apply Changes”�

b only Mode
We recommend you DO NOT use this mode unless you have a very

specific reason to do so� This mode exists only to solve unique problems

that may occur with some 802�11b client adapters and is NOT necessary

for interoperability of 802�11g and 802�11b standards�

off Mode
This option will turn off the wireless functionality�

When to use b only Mode
In some cases, older 802�11b clients may not be compatible with 802�11g

wireless� These adapters tend to be of inferior design and may use

older drivers or technology� Switching to this mode can solve problems

that sometimes occur with these clients� If you suspect that you are

using a client adapter that falls into this category of adapters, first

check with the adapter vendor to see if there is a driver update� If there

is no driver update available, switching to b only mode may fix your

problem�

Please note that switching to b only mode will decrease

802�11g performance�