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3INSTALLING THE GATEWAY ROUTER
The Wireless Broadband Router has two basic operating modes that can be
set through the web-based management interface. For information on
setting the mode suitable for your network environment. See “Operation
Mode” on page 54.
◆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 Interne t access devic e (DSL or Cabl e modem) with an Ethernet po rt
connection.
◆An up-to-date web browser: Internet Explorer 6.0 or above or Mozilla
Firefox 2.0 or above.
LOCATION SELECTION
The Wireless Broadband Router can be mounted on any horizontal surface,
or on a wall. The following sections describe the mounting options.