system, only data frames with four address fields can be transparently forwarded at the
link layer. In a WDS network, it is necessary that the root AP supports forwarding of data
frames four address fields. If not, only data frames with the ARP/IP/PPPOE protocol can
be forwarded among APs.
Figure 4-5 WDS Settings
Check the box and click
OK
. The following figure will be shown. Click
Yes
to enable the
WDS feature.
There are two ways to select the root AP. Scan or manually enter the parameters.
Scan
Click the
Scan
button, the AP list will be shown as below. Select the desired root AP to
bridge in the AP list.
Figure 4-6 AP List
After selecting the desired root AP, the WDS settings page will be shown as below. If the
root AP is encrypted, you should enter the PSK password manually. Click
OK
to finish the
settings.
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