SMC Networks SMCWBR14S-N4 Installing the Gateway Router, System Requirements, Location Selection

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INSTALLING THE GATEWAY ROUTER

The Wireless Broadband Router has two basic operating modes that can be set through the web-based management interface. For information on setting the mode suitable for your network environment. See “Operation Mode” on page 54.

◆Gateway Mode — A gateway mode that connects a wired LAN and wireless clients to an Internet access device, such as a cable or DSL modem. This is the factory set default mode.

◆Bridge Mode — An access point mode that extends a wired LAN to wirelessclients.

In addition to these basic operating modes, the wireless interface supports a Wireless Distribution System (WDS) link to another Wireless Broadband Router. These advanced configurations are not described in this section.

See “Network Planning” on page 29 for more information.

In a basic configuration, how the Wireless Broadband Router is connected depends on the operating mode. The sections in this chapter describe connections for basic Gateway Mode and Bridge Mode operation.

SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS

You must meet the following minimum requirements:

◆An Internet access device (DSL or Cable modem) with an Ethernet port connection.

◆An up-to-date web browser: Internet Explorer 6.0 or above or Mozilla Firefox 2.0 or above.

LOCATION SELECTION

The Wireless Broadband Router can be mounted on any horizontal surface, or on a wall. The following sections describe the mounting options.

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