SMC Networks SMCWBR11S-N manual Operation Mode

CHAPTER 5 Operation Mode

Operation Mode

OPERATION MODE

The Operation Mode Configuration page allows you to set up the mode suitable for your network environment.

Figure 25: Operation Mode

The following items are displayed on this page:

◆Bridge Mode — An access point mode that extends a wired LAN to wireless clients.

◆Router Mode — The Internet gateway mode that connects a wired LAN and wireless clients to an Internet access device, such as a cable or DSL modem. This is the factory set default mode.

◆AP Client Mode — The Mini Broadband Router acts as a client connecting to an available wireless network provided by another access point or wireless router. This functionality allows other Ethernet- enabled devices, like gaming consoles, NAS storage servers, or PCs/ laptops without built-in wireless support, to be added into a wireless network.

In order to connect to a wireless network in AP Client mode, it is necessary to know the following information: the network name (SSID), the frequency channel (1-13), the type of security (WEP, WPA/ WPA2), and the security password (if any). For more information, see “AP Client Mode Wireless Configuration” on page 89.

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