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I am aware that the most common channels for the 2.4Ghz band are (1 ,6 ,11). They are non-overlapping. I also know that channel 6 is the default for most routers, if not set to auto.

I am wondering whether or not WiFi interference is relevant if there are many APs on the same channel, but at a far range?

Let's say:

There are ten APs on channel 11, but 9 of them are at a range of -70 PWR or farther.

There are 3 APs on channel 6 and they are all at a range of -50 PWR or closer.

Channel 11 has many APs, but there is only one at close range.

Channel 6 has only three APs, but they are all at close range.

So, is it wiser for my WiFi to be set on channel 11 or 6 in the context of avoiding interference?

ma77c
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In the situation you described I would put your AP on ch 1 since there aren't any other clients there. If you're doing this in an enterprise setting you should really get a system that handles all of this for you (HP/Aruba has an excellent one if you can afford it). If you're doing this at home or at a small business then just keep trying different channels until you find the one that works the best.

David King
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