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It is a wireless access point mode that enables wireless link and communication with
other access point. It is easy to be installed simply to define peer’s MAC address of
the connected AP. WDS takes advantages of cost saving and flexibility which no extra
wireless client device is required to bridge between two access points and extending
an existing wired or wireless infrastructure network to create a larger network. It can
connect up to 4 wireless APs for extending cover range at the same time.
In addition, WDS enhances its link connection security in WEP mode, WEP key
encryption must be the same for both access points.
WDS
Wireless Distribution System
Field Description
WDS Service The default settin
g
is Disabled. Check Enable radio button to
activate this function.
Peer WDS MAC
Address (1-4) Itis the associated AP’s MAC Address. It is importantthat your
peer’s AP must include your MAC address in order to
acknowledge and communicate with each other.