Netgear WGT634U router problem solved

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Anyone experiencing erratic operation with the Netgear WGT634U should
be aware of possible SELF JAMMING that can happen when choosing a
different 802.11 channel. The default channel (11) works fine on my
router but, unfortunately, I immediately reprogrammed to channel 3
when I got it and caused myself a lot of grief. Symptoms are long
response times or outright lockup of the router even though the front
panel lights show no change. Rebooting the router fixes the problem
for a while.
This router has a plastic case and therefore no radio frequency
shielding. My theory is that the computer executes some code which
radiates some signal, the antenna picks it up and causes the computer
to respond which radiates more signal. Since the computer is probably
responding to the radio on a high priority interrupt almost nothing
else can get done while this thing is in an infinite FEEDBACK LOOP.
Solutions:
If you have problems try a different channel, preferably the default
(11). If you need to use a lower channel consider adding some
shielding to the case to prevent feedback. Don't block any air vents
though, this thing runs hot enough. A remote antenna would reduce the
problem but unfortunately, the antenna is hard-wired with no
connector.

Hope this helps.
Dennis B.