Chapter 6. Client Bridge + Universal Repeater Configuration

When Client Bridge + Universal Repeater mode is activated, the system can be configured as an Access Point and Client Station simultaneously. This section provides information in configuring the Client Bridge + Universal Repeater mode with graphical illustrations. APO1000/APO1010 provides functions as stated below where they can be configured via a user- friendly web based interface.

Option

System

Wireless

Utilities

Status

 

 

 

 

 

 

Operating Mode

General Setup

Profiles Settings

System Overview

 

 

 

 

 

 

LAN

Advanced Setup

Firmware Upgrade

Clients

 

 

 

 

 

Functions

Management

AP Setup

Network Utility

DHCP Clients

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Time Server

MAC FIlter

Reboot

Extra Info

 

 

 

 

 

 

SNMP

Site Survey

 

Event Log

 

 

 

 

 

 

UPNP

 

 

 

Table 6-1: Client Bridge + Universal Repeater Mode Functions

6.1 External Network Connection

6.1.1 Network Requirement

It can be used as an Client Bridge or Universal Repeater to receive wireless signal over last mile applications, helping WISPs deliver wireless broadband Internet service to new residential and business customers. In this mode, APO1000/APO1010 is enabled with DHCP Server functions. The wired clients of APO1000/APO1010 are in the same subnet from Main Base Station and it accepts wireless connections from client devices.

APO1000/APO1010

Figure 6-1Client Bridge + Universal Repeater mode Configuration

When the APO1000/APO1010 configured as an Access Point and Client Station simultaneously, the Wireless General and Advanced Setup also used simultaneously. But the Security Type can be different. In the other word, the channel or other settings will be the same between APO1000/APO1010 to Main Base Station and wireless client to APO1000/APO1010, but security type can be different.

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APO1010, APO1000 specifications

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