10.4 Network Settings
For details, refer to section 7.4 Network Settings.
10.5 Wireless Settings
Click Wireless Settings to display the extended navigation menu.
10.5.1 WDS Function
Wireless distribution system (WDS) enables interconnection between APs in an IEEE
802.11 wireless network. It extends the wireless network through several APs, without
connection of the wired backbone network. Enable WDS if you want to use WDS to
achieve wireless repeating or bridging.
Choose Wireless Settings > WDS Function and the WDS Function page is displayed.
Disable Wireless Clients Association: If selected, the repeater does not transmit
any signals to clients that are connected to it. Generally, clear this check box.
Generally, select this check box.
Repeater IP Address: Set the repeater's IP address different from the wireless basic
station and other repeaters to avoid IP address conflict. We suggest setting IP
addresses of the same network segment for the wireless basic station and
repeaters.
Basic Station MAC Address: Enter the MAC address of the wireless basic station.
After finishing settings, click Apply to save the settings.
For WDS application description, refer to 6.4.3 WDS Application.
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