Chapter 5
SpeedTouch™ Web Interface
5.6.6 Configuring WDS
Availability This page is only available on SpeedTouch™ devices equipped with a wireless access point.
What is WDS The Wireless Distribution System (WDS) allows you to extend the range of your wireless network by introducing one or more
!You can only establish WDS links with
Configuring WDS Proceed as follows to access the WDS pages on the SpeedTouch™:
1In the left menu, click Home Network.
2Under Wireless, click the Access Point you want to configure for WDS.
The Access Point names have the following format: “WLAN: “ +
Network Name, for example “WLAN: SpeedTouch123456.
3Click Configure.
4In the Pick a task list, click Configure WDS.
Establishing a WDS connection
Proceed as follows:
1In the Pick a task list, click Scan for wireless Access Points.
The SpeedTouch™ warns you that all associated stations will lose connectivity for a few seconds.
2Click OK.
The SpeedTouch™ lists the results in the Accessible Access Points table.
3Select the Access Point to which you want to establish a WDS connection.
4Click Apply.
5Configure this Access Point with:
The same WEP key if WEP is enabled.
The same fixed channel.
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