Cisco Systems DL-2159-05 manual Central Unit in an All-Wireless Network, Access Point as Repeater

Chapter 1 Overview

Network Configuration Examples

Figure 1-4 Access Point as Repeater

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Central Unit in an All-Wireless Network

In an all-wireless network, an access point acts as a stand-alone root unit. The access point is not attached to a wired LAN; it functions as a hub linking all stations together. The access point serves as the focal point for communications, increasing the communication range of wireless users. Figure 1-5shows an access point in an all-wireless network.

Figure 1-5 Access Point as Central Unit in All-Wireless Network

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Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Software Configuration Guide

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