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.
Interference Source | Possible Range | Bands Affected |
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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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