WET54G to WRT54G slow connection

I recently replaced a WET11B with a WET54G.
The WET11B only supports WEP security (which means no security at all) so it was time to ditch it. There were no reported performance problems.
The other end of the link is a WRT54G, with latest version of firmware.
I had to upgrade the WET54G firmware (thanks to linksys support for spending 3 hours on the phone to help me do that) in order to get it running at all.
Now there is an ongoing problem with the wireless connection slowing down and eventually "stopping" (as reported by the user). Rebooting the WRT54G "fixes" the problem for a few hours.
I am waiting for an RMA return from Linksys (3 weeks and counting); once I receive that I will try swapping the WRT54G to see if that helps.
I have checked the other posts for ideas on how to tune the wireless settings...
- ssid broadcast on (done)
- change channels from default (done)
- change ssid from default (done)
- change beacon interval to 50 (todo)
- change rts and fragment to 2304 (todo)
- change physical location of box (its in the same location as the WET11g)
any other ideas?

Are you running any peer-to-peer (P2P) software? This is a known cause for router slow downs and disconnections. Go into the P2P software and reduce the number of connections that the software can make.
Also, what LAN IP address did you assign to the WET54G? Are you still using the default DHCP server range of 192.168.1.100 thru 192.168.1.149 ? I assume you have unplugged the WET11b from your network.
Poor wireless connections are often caused by radio interference from other 2.4 GHz devices. This includes wireless phones, wireless baby monitors, Bluetooth (including Bluetooth game controllers), microwave ovens, wireless mice and keyboards, wireless speakers, and your neighbor's wireless network. Even some 5+ GHz phones also use the 2.4 Ghz band. Unplug these devices, and see if that corrects your problem.
In your router, try a different channel. There are 11 channels in the 2.4 GHz band. Usually channel 1, 6, or 11 works best. Check out your neighbors, and see what channel they are using. Because the channels overlap one another, try to stay at least +5 or -5 channels from your strongest neighbors. For example, if you have a strong neighbor on channel 9, try any channel 1 through 4.
Also, try to locate the router about 4 to 6 feet above the floor, in an open area. Do not locate it behind your monitor or near other computer equipment or speakers. The antenna should be vertical.
Hope this helps.
Message Edited by toomanydonuts on 07-04-2007 12:31 AM

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