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BROADBAND ROUTER
Parameters
Description
IP Address
Enter an IP address for the bridge mode. This IP
address allows you to access the Web based
management if you decide to switch back to the
router mode.
Subnet Mask
This is the subnet mask for the bridge mode
management.
Click
Apply
to save the configurations. You can now configure other advanced
sections or start using the router (with the advanced settings in place).
Example: Bridge mode
Figure 5-9 demonstrates how you can use the bridge mode. The router basically
becomes a hub/switch, allowing you to connect LAN clients to your Local Area
Network.
Figure 5-9. Bridge mode example.
Switch/Hub
