Ubee DDW36C User Manual

Ubee Interactive Deploying and Troubleshooting the Wireless Network
Ubee DDW36C Advanced Wireless Gateway MSO Operations Guide • October 2015 87
9.7 Deploying and Troubleshooting the Wireless Network
Use the information in this section to help you understand, deploy, and troubleshoot your
wireless environments:
 Understanding Received Signal Strength on page 87
 Estimating Wireless Cable Modem to Wireless Client Distances on page 88
 Understanding the 2.4GHz and 5GHZ Bands on page 90
 Selecting a Wireless Channel on page 91
9.7.1 Understanding Received Signal Strength
Received signal strength (RSSI) is measured from connected wireless client devices to
the DDW36C. This value can significantly impact wireless speeds/performance. It is
determined by:
 Materials (for example, open air, concrete, trees)
 Distance between wireless clients and the wireless cable modem
 Wireless capabilities of the client devices
Label Description
2.4GHZ / 5GHz (top left
side)
On the top left side of the screen, you can select either the
2.4GHz or 5GHz radio band to configure.
Wireless Bridging
Wireless Bridging Enables or disables the wireless bridging function. If enabled,
the DDW36C will be able to communicate with a wireless
repeater.
Remote Wireless
Bridges MAC ID List
Defines the MAC addresses of the wireless bridges that you
want to have the DDW36C send traffic to.
Apply Saves all changes.

Ubee DDW36C Specifications

General

Brand	Ubee
Model	DDW36C
Category	Gateway
Language	English