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After VLAN configuration why can't computers in one gateway locate those in other gateways?
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How does rain affect wireless network data transfer?
In one of the wireless data acquisition installations, there is no data transfer during rain and mist. The wireless system works in 2.4 GHz frequency. What could be the cause of this? Ask the Expert
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How can I increase throughput on my wireless mesh network?
We have installed a wireless mesh network that connects two access points (APs) to mesh nodes that are mounted at 25 meters high on 23 light poles. Poles are distributed around a container yard that measures 650 meters by 1,000 meters. There are six ... Ask the Expert
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Why is the 802.11g Wi-Fi throughput speed on my smartphone slow?
I recently purchased a smartphone with Wi-Fi (802.11g) but found video over Wi-Fi to be pretty choppy. I checked SpeedTest and I don't get anywhere near 54 Mbps when connected to Wi-Fi. Why not? Ask the Expert
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Why is my network adapter not working after a Vista Business upgrade?
Learn why operating system upgrades affect older peripherals and what you can do to avoid these problems, from our wireless networking expert Lisa Phifer. Ask the Expert
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APs drop connection in WLAN configured as a wireless mesh network
Learn how to network troubleshoot a Colubris MSC 3200 access point/controller in a 16-access-point networking environment, each with unique static IPs that drop the Internet connection, from our expert Lisa Phifer. Ask the Expert
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How radio frequency (RF) of microwaves alter wireless signal strength
Microwaves are a part of the radio frequency (RF) spectrum. Our wireless networking expert explains the difference and how RF affects wireless signal strength in this expert response. Ask the Expert
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How is wireless access point (AP) coverage affected by frequency?
Wireless access point (AP) coverage can be affected by channel frequency, distance, environment and data rate. Our site wireless networking expert explains. Ask the Expert
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How to find an SSID and identify neighboring WLANs
Wireless network expert Lisa Phifer explains what an SSID is and how to identify and differentiate between neighboring WLAN identifiers in this expert response. Ask the Expert
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How to stop channel interference on 802.11x wireless access points
Networking expert Lisa Phifer explains how to identify interference on the WLAN, how to stop 802.11x networks from overlapping and gives advice against other forms of interference. Ask the Expert