16CHAPTER 2: INSTALLING THE BRIDGE
Connecting to a You can connect a network printer directly to the Bridge or to a hub that Network Printer is connected to the Bridge. Used this way, the Bridge allows you to place
network printers in areas that are not wired for Ethernet.
1Configure the network printer as you would for connecting it to the wired LAN. For details on configuring the printer, see your printer documentation.
2If necessary, configure the Bridge to associate with your access point.
3Connect the Bridge to the power supply in its permanent location.
4Connect the network printer directly to the Bridge as shown in Figure 11, or to a hub that is connected to the Bridge as shown in “Connecting to a Hub” on page 15.
Figure 11 Connecting to a Network Printer
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Connecting to a Computer
You can connect the Bridge directly to a computer through Ethernet as shown in Figure 12. Used this way, the Bridge can convert a desktop computer to a wireless computer. This connection also allows you to configure a Bridge before connecting it to another device.
Figure 12 Connecting to a Computer
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