AP Mode Tab, MAC Address | Linksys WAP200RF guide

Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet and Rangebooster

The AP Mode Tab

On this screen you can change the Access Point’s mode of operation. In most cases, you can keep the default setting - Access Point. You may wish to change the Access Point’s mode of operation if you want to use the Access Point as a wireless repeater to extend the range of your wireless network. You may also wish to change the Access Point’s mode of operation if you want to use the Access Point as a wireless bridge; for example, you can use two Access Points in Wireless Bridge mode to connect two wired networks that are in two different buildings.

AP Mode

The Access Point offers three modes of operation: Access Point, Wireless Repeater, and Wireless Bridge. For the Repeater and Bridge modes, make sure the SSID, channel, and security settings are the same for the other wireless access points/devices.

IMPORTANT: For the AP Client and Wireless Bridge modes, the remote access point must be a second Linksys Wireless-G Access Point. For the Wireless Repeater mode, the remote wireless bridge must be a second Linksys Wireless-G Access Point or Wireless-G Router.

MAC Address

The MAC address of the Access Point is displayed here.

Access Point. The Mode is set to Access Point by default. This connects your wireless PCs to a wired network. In most cases, no change is necessary.

Allow wireless signal to be repeated by a repeater. Select this option if you want to use another wireless device to repeat the signal of this Access Point. You will need to enter the MAC address(es) of the repeating device(s). Up to 3 repeaters can be used.

Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G Access Point

Figure 6-17: AP Mode

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The AP Mode Tab

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Linksys WAP200RF manual AP Mode Tab, MAC Address

Contents

User Guide How to Use this User Guide Copyright and Trademarks Table of Contents Appendix B Wireless Security Appendix a TroubleshootingFrequently Asked Questions Example of a Simple Wireless Network List of Figures 20 Security Monitor Basic Settings Introduction Welcome What’s in this User Guide? Introduction What’s in this User Guide? Network Topology Planning Your Wireless NetworkRoaming Network Layout Example of a simple wireless network Getting to Know the Wireless-G Access Point LEDs Access Point’s port are located on the back of the device Ports Desktop Placement and Antenna Setup Antennas and Positions Overview Connecting the Wireless-G Access PointConnection Stand Option Placement OptionsWall-Mount Option Setting Up the Wireless-G Access Point Accessing the Utility Wireless SetupNavigating the Utility Administration AP ModeSecurity Monitor Status Basic Setup Configuring the Wireless-G Access PointSetup Basic Setup Tab Network Setup Setup Time Tab Time Wireless Basic Wireless Settings Tab Basic Settings Wireless Wireless Security Tab Wireless Security WPA-Personal aka WPA-PSK WPA2-Personal WPA2-Personal Mixed WPA-Enterprise WPA2-Enterprise WPA2-Enterprise Mixed Disable Radius Wireless Client List Wireless Wireless Connection Control TabWireless Connection Control Connection Control Wireless Advanced Wireless Settings Tab Advanced Settings Wireless Vlan & QoS Tab Vlan QoS AP Mode Tab MAC Address 18 Wireless Repeater Mode 19 Wireless Bridge Mode Wireless Security Monitor Security Monitor Basic Settings TabSecurity Monitor Accounts Security Monitor Event Log Tab Mail Notification Syslog Notification Local AP Password Administration Management TabWeb Access Management Snmp Identification Email Alert Administration Log TabLog Notification Queue Length Factory Default Administration Factory Default TabAdministration Firmware Upgrade Tab Firmware Upgrade Reboot Administration Reboot TabAdministration Config Management Tab Config Management Information Status Local Network TabLocal Network Status Wireless Tab Wireless Network Status System Performance Tab WiredWireless System PerformancePage Appendix a Troubleshooting Frequently Asked Questions What Ieee 802.11g features are supported? What is the ISM band? Does the Access Point function as a firewall? Security Precautions Appendix B Wireless SecuritySecurity Threats Facing Wireless Networks Appendix B Wireless Security Page Appendix C Upgrading Firmware Shared Resources Appendix D Windows HelpNetwork Neighborhood/My Network Places Appendix E Glossary Appendix E Glossary Appendix E Glossary Appendix E Glossary Appendix E Glossary Appendix F Specifications 802.11F Wireless Roaming 11.g 54Mbps@ -72dBm, 11.b 11Mbps@ -85dBM Dhcp Client11g 14 dBm Security Suspicious network events Wireless Security MonitorCertification Appendix G Warranty Information Limited Warranty Appendix H Regulatory Information Appendix H Regulatory Information Appendix H Regulatory Information Appendix H Regulatory Information Appendix H Regulatory Information Appendix H Regulatory Information Appendix H Regulatory Information Need to contact Linksys? Appendix I Contact InformationInformation section in this Guide