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The following table describes the labels in this screen.
Label
Description
WDS Mode
A Wireless Distribution System is a system that enables the wireless
interconnection of access points in an IEEE 802.11 network. It allows a
wireless network to be expanded using multiple access points without
the need for a wired backbone to link them, as is traditionally required.
The notable advantage of WDS over other solutions is that it preserves
the MAC addresses of client packets across links between access
points.
This provides different options (restricted mode, repeater mode, bridge
mode). Select the appropriate mode as per your application needs.
Encryption Type
Select the type of security for your wireless network
WDS Key
Fill in the encryption key when Encryption Type is TKIP or AES.
Peer MAC
Address
Set the MAC address(es) of other access point(s). Click on the box to
“Enable” it.
First of all, if WAPs link with WDS mode, it should obey the following rules:
1. LAN IP Address should set different IP in the same network.