Tips & Tricks; Important Information; Optimising Wireless Transmission - UPC Cablecom WLAN Modem Manuel D'installation

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Now enter the relevant WPA2-PSK password and click on "OK". It can be found on
the bottom of your WLAN modem next to the SSID. Then click on "OK" (Attention:
The password is case sensitive.).
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You have now successfully established your wireless Internet connection.
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4 Tips & Tricks
In the following, please find some tips on how to improve your wireless transmission.
For detailed instructions, please visit the WLAN Modem section at upc-cablecom.ch/
installing.

4.1 Important information

The actual wireless transmission speed can be affected by various factors.
These include distance and walls between the WLAN modem and your computer, baby
monitors, structural features in your environment and other electronic devices in your
home.
Older computers, laptops and wireless cards and settings can also reduce the transmis-
sion speed.
Our tests have shown that wireless speeds of up to 75 Mbit/s can be achieved using the
WLAN modem under realistic and standard conditions. The most commonly available
routers on the market achieve similar results. The maximum Internet speed is only gua-
ranteed with a direct cable connection between the WLAN modem and your computer.

4.2 Optimising wireless transmission

Performance issues can arise as a result of various different factors. These are usually
of a technical nature; the above-mentioned sources of interference impact on the data
transfered through the air. A few tips to help you improve wireless transmission are listed
below.
If possible, the WLAN modem should be placed in a highly visible location that is not
covered. Ideally, it should be 1.50 metres above floor level so that there are no obstacles
such as sofas, furniture, tables, etc. in the way.
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