D-Link DWL-7100AP manual Advanced Mode AP Repeater & AP Client

Using the Configuration Menu (continued)

Advanced > Mode > AP Repeater & AP Client

When you select AP Repeater or AP Client mode, the Site Survey tool will appear as shown below. Double-click on the SSID of the network of your choice to automatically input the values for both the Root AP MAC Address and the SSID.

AP Repeater: To extend the range of the wireless network select this option and enter the MAC address of the remote AP within your network that will have its range extended. (Use the Site Survey tool, as described above.)

Root AP MAC Address: Enter the MAC address of the remote AP within your network that will have its range extended. (Use the Site Survey tool, as described above.)

SSID: Enter the SSID that identifies the network. (Use the Site Survey tool, as described above.)

AP Client: will transform any IEEE802.3 Ethernet device (e.g., a computer, printer, etc.) into an 802.11a or 802.11g wireless client when it communicates with another DWL-7100AP that is acting as an AP. Click to enable and enter the MAC address of the DWL-7100AP that is acting as the AP. (Use the Site Survey tool, as described above.)

Root AP MAC Address: Enter the MAC address of the DWL-7100AP that is acting as an access point.(Use the Site Survey tool, as described above.)

Apply: Click Apply if you have made any changes.

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