NETGEAR N300 Set Up a Multi-Point Bridge,  To set up the multi-point bridge configuration

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Set Up a Multi-Point Bridge

Multi-point bridge mode allows a router to bridge to multiple peer access points simultaneously. Wireless client associations are disabled. Only wired clients can be connected.

	Point-to-point
	bridge mode
DGN2200 modem router		AP 3
AP 1
	Point-to-point
Internet	bridge mode
Internet
192.168.0.1
PCs	AP 2	Hub or switch

LAN segment 1

PCs

LAN segment 3

Hub or switch

LAN segment 2

PCs

Figure 10. Multi-point bridge example

Multi-point bridge mode configuration includes the following steps:

•Set up the modem router for wireless repeating as the base station, and specify the MAC addresses of the access points that are repeaters.

•Set up the other access points for wireless repeating as repeaters, and specify the MAC address of the modem router as the base station.

•Use wireless security to protect this traffic.

To set up the multi-point bridge configuration:

In this example, the modem router is AP 1 on LAN Segment 1 because it is in a central location.

1. Set up your modem router to be the base station in the bridge.

a.In the Wireless Repeating Function screen for your modem router, select the Enable Wireless Repeating Function check box.

b.Select the Wireless Base Station radio button.

c.Select the corresponding Disable Wireless Client Association check box.

d.Enter the MAC address for the other access points in the bridge in the Repeater MAC Address 1 and Repeater MAC Address 2 fields.

Advanced Settings

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Contents N300 Wireless ADSL2+ Modem Router DGN2200v3 Technical Support TrademarksStatement of Conditions Contents Security Settings USB Storage Appendix a Supplemental Information Hardware Setup Hardware Features Unpack Your Modem RouterLabel Back Panel Front PanelN300 Wireless ADSL2+ Modem Router DGN2200v3 Front Panel LEDs Modem Router Stand WPSPosition Your Modem Router Adsl MicrofiltersOne-Line Adsl Microfilter Two-Line Adsl MicrofilterSummary Cable Your Modem Router  To cable the modem routerAdd power to the modem router Verify the Cabling Modem Router Setup Modem Router Setup Preparation Use Standard TCP/IP Properties for DhcpReplace an Existing Modem and Router Gather ISP InformationNetgear Genie Setup View or Change SettingsSettings Description Log In to the Modem Router  To logUpgrade Modem Router Firmware  To upgrade the firmwareModem Router Interface Setup Wizard  To use the Setup WizardManual Setup Basic Settings ISP does not require login ISP does require login Does Your ISP Require a Login? Answer either yes or noWhen a login is required, these fields display Internet IP AddressAdsl Settings  To manually specify the Adsl settingsChange Password and Login Time-Out  To change the password and login time-outUnsuccessful Internet Connection Types of Logins Log Out ManuallyWireless Settings Wireless Adapter CompatibilityPreset Security Turn Off Wireless ConnectivitySecurity Basics Disable Ssid Broadcast Restrict Access by MAC AddressWireless Security Options Add Clients Computers or Devices to Your NetworkWi-Fi Protected Setup WPS Method  To join the wireless network To join the wireless network using a WPS button Manual MethodWireless Settings Screen View or Change Wireless Settings  To view or change wireless settingsConsider Every Device on Your Network Wireless Settings Screen Fields Wireless NetworkSecurity Options Settings  To set up WEP security  To change the WPA Security Option and passphraseWireless Guest Networks N300 Wireless ADSL2+ Modem Router DGN2200v3 Security Settings Logs Activation and Administration Examples of Log MessagesDropped Packets  To block sites using keywords Select Security Block Sites Keyword Blocking of Http Traffic To delete a keyword or domain  To specify a trusted computerFirewall Rules to Control Network Access Set Up Firewall Rules To set up firewall rules Port Triggering to Open Incoming Ports Port Forwarding to Permit External Host Communications Set Up Port Forwarding to Local Servers How Port Forwarding Differs from Port TriggeringAdd a Custom Service Click Edit Service or Delete Service Edit or Delete a Port Forwarding EntryApplication Example Make a Local Web Server Public  To edit or delete a port forwarding entrySet Up Port Triggering  To enable port triggeringClear the Disable Port Triggering check box  To add a port triggering serviceN300 Wireless ADSL2+ Modem Router DGN2200v3 Set the Time Zone  To set the time zone Select Security ScheduleSchedule Services  To schedule services Select Security ScheduleEnable Security Event Email Notification N300 Wireless ADSL2+ Modem Router DGN2200v3 Network Maintenance Upgrade the Modem Router Firmware Automatic Firmware CheckManually Check for Firmware Upgrades  To stop automatic firmware checkingBack Up and Manage the Configuration File  To back up the modem router configuration file To restore the configuration file  To erase the configurationView Router Status Internet Port Settings Wireless PortLAN Port Local Ports ModemShow Statistics PortAdsl Link Downstream or Upstream Authentication. On or Off View Attached DevicesConnection Status Run Diagnostic Utilities Select Maintenance Attached DevicesUSB Storage ReadySHARE Access USB Drive RequirementsFile-Sharing Scenarios Sharing PhotosStoring Files in a Central Location for Printing  To share files with your friends and familyUSB Storage Basic Settings Sharing Large Files over the InternetN300 Wireless ADSL2+ Modem Router DGN2200v3 Edit a Network Folder  To edit a network folderUSB Storage Advanced Settings Access MethodCreate a Network Folder Available Network Folders To create a network folder Media Server Settings Safely Remove USB DriveApproved USB Devices Advanced USB Settings Select the Allow only approved devices check boxConnect to the USB Drive with Microsoft Network Settings Select Maintenance Router StatusConnect to the USB Drive from a Remote Computer Enabling File and Printer SharingConfiguring Windows 98SE and Windows ME Configuring Windows 2000 and Windows XPAdvanced Settings WAN Setup Default DMZ Server  To assign a computer or server to be a default DMZ server To set up Dynamic DNS Select the Use a Dynamic DNS Service check boxDynamic DNS LAN Setup  To change the LAN settings Select Advanced LAN SetupLAN IP address LAN Setup Screen Settings IP Address Reservation To reserve an IP address Quality of Service QoS  To set up QoS Select Advanced QoS Setup To edit or delete a reserved address entry Click Edit or DeleteN300 Wireless ADSL2+ Modem Router DGN2200v3 Advanced Wireless Settings Advanced Wireless Settings To view or change advanced wireless settings WPS Settings Wireless Card Access List To set up a wireless card access list Remote Management Static Routes Static Route Example To add a static route Universal Plug and Play  To set up UPnP Traffic Meter Wireless Bridging and Repeating Networks N300 Wireless ADSL2+ Modem Router DGN2200v3 Set Up a Point-to-Point Bridge  To set up a point-to-point bridge configurationSet Up a Multi-Point Bridge  To set up the multi-point bridge configurationRepeater with Wireless Client Association  To set up a repeater with wireless client association Repeater exampleChange the Device Mode  To change the device modeTroubleshooting Troubleshooting with the LEDs Power LED Is OffPower LED Is Red Cannot Log In to the Wireless-N Modem Router LAN LED Is OffTroubleshooting the Internet Connection Adsl LinkAdsl Link LED Is Green Adsl Link LED Is Blinking GreenTroubleshooting PPPoE or PPPoA Internet LED Is RedObtaining an Internet IP Address Troubleshooting Internet Browsing TCP/IP Network Not RespondingTest the LAN Path to Your Modem Router Test the Path from Your Computer to a Remote Device PingChanges Not Saved Incorrect Date or TimeSupplemental Information Factory Settings Factory Default SettingsBest Specifications Specification DescriptionNotification of Compliance 113 FCC Requirements for Operation in the United States FCC Information to UserIndustry Canada Important Note Radiation Exposure StatementGPL License Agreement Interference Reduction Table Index 118 119 120

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