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Mar 29, 2018Aspirant
A6210 wifi usb adapter cannot seem to detect/connect to 5 ghz channels in the 100+ range
For some reason my A6210 cannot seem to detect or connect to channels in the 100+ range. Our router supports channels 36-64 and 100-165. If i set the router to any of the 100+ channels, the A6210 wil...
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- schumakuApr 05, 2018Guru - Experienced User
The available channels might depend on the region where the computer is located, or the region configured on the adapter settings.
The A6210 User Manual on p.27 ff. says:
"Region. The adapters region setting. WiFi channels in use depend on the country or region. The adapter automatically scans approved channels for your Monitor and Maintain the Adapter 28 A6210 WiFi USB Adapter region when it checks to see which networks are available in your area. Governments regulate the channels used for WiFi transmission. Operating the adapter in a different region might violate local laws."