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    Is it possible to adjust the wifi power on a VPC-Z?

    Discussion in 'VAIO / Sony' started by travfar, May 31, 2011.

  1. travfar

    travfar Notebook Evangelist

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    Is there a control somewhere to adjust the power output of a Z?
     
    travfar, May 31, 2011
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    The power button.
     
    Steve78, May 31, 2011
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    XTACTIC Notebook Consultant

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    yes. in device manager find and right click you wireless nic, and find transmit power. chose 5. highest.
     
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    Thanks. I thought I looked there but I missed it. I'm actually going the other way, I set it at 1 the lowest. I'm getting a little concerned about microwave radiation. Yes, I know that a WiFi transmitter is puny compared to say a cell phone, but why use more power than you need. I also cranked down my router. I've had it set at 75% for years but I set it to 6% last night and my speeds are exactly the same.
     
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  5. Achusaysblessyou

    Achusaysblessyou eecs geek ftw :D

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    Well, that should just decrease the radius at which you can access your router If you're in the same room, probably wont notice any difference, but maybe try it when you're relaxing in your backyard/other part of the house.
     
    Achusaysblessyou, May 31, 2011
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    lovelaptops MY FRIENDS CALL ME JEFF!

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    Do you see any measurable improvement in battery life with the power reduced on the wifi card?
     
    lovelaptops, Jun 2, 2011
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