Changing channel and channel width on a MERCUSYS Wi-Fi router

This article mainly introduces what a channel is and how to change the channel and channel width of a MERCUSYS router, including single-band and dual-band routers.

A wireless channel determines which operating frequency will be in use. It is not necessary to change the channel unless you’re noticing interference problems with nearby access points. The Channel Width setting is preset to automatic, allowing the client’s channel width for to adjust automatically.

Before we begin, please log into the web management interface: connect your computer, phone, or tablet to the MERCUSYS router via Ethernet or Wi-Fi, and use the default access printed on the router to visit the web management interface.

Single-band Router

Step 1 Click Advanced > Wireless > Wireless Settings.

A picture shows clicking Channel and Channel Width of the Wireless Settings section under the Advanced page.

Step 2 Change Channel and Channel Width, then click Save.

An example of changing channel and channel width is shown in the picture.

For 2.4GHz, channels 1, 6, and 11 are generally best, but any channel can be used. Also, change the channel width to 20MHz.

Dual-band Router

Step 1 Click Advanced > Wireless > Wireless Settings.

A picture shows clicking 2.4GHz and 5GHz network of Wireless Settings section under Advanced page.

Step 2 Change 2.4GHz and 5GHz Channel and Channel Width, then click Save.

For 5GHz, channel 36 is generally best, but any channel can be used.