ZyXEL Communications NWA1100-N 1.2.2.1 Bridge / Repeater Mode Example

Chapter 1 Introducing the NWA

At the time of writing, WDS security is compatible with other ZyXEL NWA-series access points only. Refer to your other access point’s documentation for details.

Figure 2 Bridge Application

Figure 3 Repeater Application

1.2.2.1 Bridge / Repeater Mode Example

In the example below, when both NWAs are in Bridge mode, they form a WDS (Wireless Distribution System) allowing the computers in LAN 1 to connect to the computers in LAN 2.

Figure 4 Bridging Example

Be careful to avoid bridge loops when you enable bridging in the NWA. Bridge loops cause broadcast traffic to circle the network endlessly, resulting in possible throughput degradation and

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