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shaanshivananda
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Jul 19, 2019
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Does "Region Selection" matter?

Hello Netgear Family!

I just had a quick question. Under "Settings > Setup > Wireless Setup", does the "Region Selection" make a difference to my connection? If I set this to Europe, will I get connected to servers in Europe? I live in India, so should I set this to India? and will this effect anything? It's not a pressing matter, but I was just curious.

 

Thank you! :)

  • StephenB's avatar
    StephenB
    Jul 20, 2019
    shaanshivananda wrote:

    I just had a quick question. Under "Settings > Setup > Wireless Setup", does the "Region Selection" make a difference to my connection?

    WiFi channels are regulated in each region.  For instance, Japan allows WiFi channel 14 for 802.11b - other countries don't allow it at all.  In addition to the legal WiFi channel list, the WiFi power limit also varies by region - and sometimes those limits are set differently for specific WiFi channels.  

     

    You should set the region correctly - ensuring that your equipment is compliant with the laws in your particular country.  

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  • StephenB's avatar
    StephenB
    Guru - Experienced User
    Jul 20, 2019
    shaanshivananda wrote:

    I just had a quick question. Under "Settings > Setup > Wireless Setup", does the "Region Selection" make a difference to my connection?

    WiFi channels are regulated in each region.  For instance, Japan allows WiFi channel 14 for 802.11b - other countries don't allow it at all.  In addition to the legal WiFi channel list, the WiFi power limit also varies by region - and sometimes those limits are set differently for specific WiFi channels.  

     

    You should set the region correctly - ensuring that your equipment is compliant with the laws in your particular country.  

    • shaanshivananda's avatar
      shaanshivananda
      Star
      Jul 21, 2019

      Hello StephenB,

       

      Thank you so much for the prompt response.

      As per your advice, I have set the router region to my country. I was not aware of the legal implications of Region Selection. Very interesting.

       

      Thanks

      • Netduma_Alex's avatar
        Netduma_Alex
        NetDuma Partner
        Jul 22, 2019

        Yeah in some countries they reserve certain channels for military use, and I know that for example the EU doesn't allow you to use 5GHz WiFi for any outdoor appliance.