1. Introduction
AirLive AIRMAX2 User’s Manual
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In Client Ad Hoc mode, AIRMAX2 can connect to other wireless adapters without access
point. Users can attach a computer or a router to the LAN port of AirMax2 to get network
access.
1.4.3 Bridge Mode
This mode is also known as “WDS Pure MAC Bridge mode”. When configured to operate
in the Wireless Distribution System (WDS) Mode, the AIRMAX2 provides bridging functions
with remote LAN networks in the WDS system . The system will support up to total of 8
bridges in a WDS network (by daisy chain). However, each bridge can only associate with
maximum of 4 other bridges in the WDS configuration. This mode is best used when you
want to connect LAN networks together wirelessly (for example, between office and
warehouse). If you have more than 2 AP in WDS Bridges mode, please remember to turn
on the “802.1d Spanning Tree” or “STP” option on to avoid network loop. This mode
usually delivers faster performance than infrastructure mode.
1.4.4 WDS Repeater Mode
In WDS Repeater mode, the AIRMAX2 functions as a repeater that extends the range of
remote wireless LAN. In this mode, the remote Access Point must have WDS (Wireless
Distribution System) capability. If you require the PC’s MAC addresses to be preserved
