User’s Manual
Enterprise Access Point – EAP701/EAP717
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Step 2: Prevent Loops when Connecting Multiple APs
When many APs are linked in this manner, undesired loops may form to lower overall WLAN
performance. To prevent such occurrence, please make sure Layer 2 STP is enabled.
To turn on this feature, please click on the
System
icon and the
Network Interface
tab.
Network Settings Page
Please select
Enable
in the field labeled
Layer2 STP
.
This will prevent data from looping or creating a
broadcast storm. Click
SAVE
when completed, and then
Reboot
to allow updated settings to take effect.
Step 3: Building the WDS Link
To extend the wireless coverage, each RF card supports up to 4 WDS links for connecting wirelessly
to other WDS-capable APs (peer APs). By default, all WDS profiles are disabled.