Chapter 4
Advanced Configuration
Basic > Wireless
Basic > Wireless
Wireless Network Mode Setting
Wireless Bridge This is the default operating mode of the Adapter. This mode is used to connect one device to a wireless network using the Ethernet port.
LAN Party Gaming This operating mode is used to connect multiple Gaming Adapters without the need for a router or access point. One Gaming Adapter serves as a master. Additional units connect to the master and can communicate with the Gaming Adapters connected to the master. This allows you to create a LAN party using only Gaming Adapters.
Designated as Master
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LAN Party Gaming Example Diagram
Configuring LAN Party Gaming
Designate a master unit and connect it to a computer with an Ethernet connection. Access the
NOTE: If the computer doesn’t already have a static IP address, refer to the beginning of this chapter for notes on configuring a static IP address on your computer.
To designate a Gaming Adapter as a master unit, perform the following steps:
1.ConnectacomputertotheGamingAdapterdesignated as the master.
2.Launch your web browser.
3.Enter the IP address of the Gaming Adapter. The default address is 192.168.1.250.
4.Login to the Gaming Adapter. The default user name and password is admin.
5.Go to the Basic > Wireless screen.
6.Change the Wireless Network Mode option to LAN Party Gaming.
7.Click the Save Settings button.
NOTE: LAN Party Gaming mode should only be enabled on the unit designated as the master.
Adding Adapters to the LAN Party
NOTE: Adapters
To add a Gaming Adapter to the LAN Party, perform the following steps:
1.Press the Security button on the unit designated as the master.
Security Button
2.Press the Security button on the Gaming Adapter that is joining the LAN Party.
3.Repeat steps 1 and 2 for each Gaming Adapter that will be joining the LAN Party.
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