SonicWave 600 Series Deployment Guide

RF Interference

Bluetooth and Wi-Fi share the same 2.4GHz frequency, which can cause radio signals to interfere with one another. Radio frequency (RF) interference from home, office, and medical equipment is a common challenge in wireless deployments.

Remember that most cell/wireless phones and Bluetooth devices only utilize the 2.4 GHz frequency when considering RF interference sources. As such, they should not cause significant interference with wireless networks operating on the 5 GHz frequency.

Common Sources of RF Interference
Interference Source Possible Range Bands Affected
2.4 GHz phones 100 feet 2.4 GHz (802.11 b/g/n)
Bluetooth devices 30 feet 2.4 GHz (802.11 b/g/n)
Microwave oven 10-20 feet 2.4 and 5 GHz, depending on shielding
Scientific and medical equipment Short distance, varies 2.4 and 5 GHz, depending on shielding

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