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INSTALLING THE GATEWAY ROUTER
The Wireless Broadband Router has two basic operating modes that can be set through the
◆Gateway Mode — A 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.
◆Bridge Mode — An access point mode that extends a wired LAN to wirelessclients.
In addition to these basic operating modes, the wireless interface supports a Wireless Distribution System (WDS) link to another Wireless Broadband Router. These advanced configurations are not described in this section.
See “Network Planning” on page 29 for more information.
In a basic configuration, how the Wireless Broadband Router is connected depends on the operating mode. The sections in this chapter describe connections for basic Gateway Mode and Bridge Mode operation.
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
You must meet the following minimum requirements:
◆An Internet access device (DSL or Cable modem) with an Ethernet port connection.
◆An
LOCATION SELECTION
The Wireless Broadband Router can be mounted on any horizontal surface, or on a wall. The following sections describe the mounting options.
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