Billion 810VGTX Router
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Channel ID: Select the wireless channel ID that you would like to use.
Note: Wireless performance may degrade if the selected channel ID is already being occupied by other AP(s).
TX Power Level: It is a function that enhances the wireless transmission signal strength. Users may adjust this power
level from minimum 1 up to maximum 100 or 127 depending on the models used. Please refer to the note table for the
appropriate power level range of your model.
Note: The Power Level may be different in each access network user premises environment, so choose the most
suitable level for your network.
Connected: Displayed either as true or false. This is the connection status between the system and the built-in wireless
card.
AP MAC Address: It is a unique hardware address for the Access Point.
AP Firmware Version: The Access Point firmware version.
Wireless Distribution System (WDS)
WDS is a wireless access point mode that enables a wireless link and communication with other access points. It is
easy to install simply by defining the peer’s MAC address of the connected AP. WDS takes advantage of the cost
saving and flexibility, because no extra wireless client device is required to bridge between two access points, and
extending an existing wired or wireless infrastructure network to create a larger network. It can connect up to 4 wireless
APs for extended coverage at the same time.
In addition, WDS also enhances its link connection security mode. Key encryption and channel must be the same for both
access points.
WDS Service: The default setting is Disabled. Check Enable radio button to activate this function.
1. Peer WDS MAC Address: It is the associated AP MAC Address. It is important that your peer’s AP include your MAC
address in order to acknowledge and communicate with each other.
2. Peer WDS MAC Address: It is the second associated AP MAC Address.
3. Peer WDS MAC Address: It is the third associated AP MAC Address.
4. Peer WDS MAC Address: It is the fourth associated AP MAC Address.
Note: For MAC Address, Colons ( : ) must be included.
Wireless Security
You can disable or enable the wireless security function using WPA or WEP for wireless network protection.
The default mode of wireless security is set to ‘Disabled’.
