Intermec 6710 manual Appendix E, Introduction

Appendix E

OWL/IP

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Introduction

Wireless networks may be installed in environments that are segmented by IP routers. If OWL/IP is not enabled, the presence of a router generally defines the physical boundary of the wireless network. Wireless coverage can be provided by installing multiple independent wireless networks, each with its own LAN ID, super root and set of wireless stations. In this environment, stations can only operate within the limited coverage area of its own network and cannot roam across subnet boundaries. OWL/IP provides the capability of installing a single, extended wireless system in the routed environment.

OWL/IP provides:

"Extension of the open wireless LAN spanning tree to include access points operating on different IP networks or subnetworks.

"Transparent roaming of wireless stations across router boundaries without loss of connectivity.

"Support of wireless stations using both IP and ordinarily nonroutable protocols.

6710 Access Point User’s Guide E-1