I’m implementing a wireless network (SMC) and having some problems with the range. Obviously the walls are more solid than I anticipated. Anyway, at the moment I have the SMC2804 configured for 802.11b/802.11g mixed mode. I have implemented a repeater to improve the range, (which it has to a degree), but my question is, will I get abetter range if I drop to 802.11b. I’ve found a few articles suggesting this but they’re all a few years old. Throughput is not a major issue because it will only be used for broadband access. Even with the repeater cutting the speed in half I reckon we can afford the dop in speed if we can get the sufficient range. Haven’t tried it yet because I want to be sure. Don’t want to go back on the client site without getting it sorted once and for all. (I reckon they’re sick of the sight of me at this stage).
