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associates. If the AirBridge mode is disabled on the master, you must also disable
it on the satellite.
• Access Point. The AirBridge functions as a regular WiFi access point to provide
network and Internet connectivity to any of the following types of WiFi link partners:
-
An AirBridge that functions as a client bridge
- WiFi clients at an extended range
- Another model access point
• Client Bridge. The AirBridge functions as a client bridge at a detached site to provide
network and Internet connectivity to a wired device such as an IP surveillance camera.
The client bridge connects to a WiFi access point at the main site. This access point
can be can an AirBridge or another type of access point.
Table 1. Operation mode features
Setting AirBridge Master
AirBridge Enabled
mode
Expected WiFi Long
range distance
Line of sight Required
WiFi link AirBridge
partners satellite only
Number of 1
5 GHz SSIDs
1. The AirBridge mode setting on the satellite must the same as the one on the master.
2. Reliable long-distance WiFi connection up to 3 km (1.8 miles) for a limited number of satellites.
3. Powerful antenna for a reliable extended-range WiFi connection for multiple individual WiFi clients.
Note: For information about configuring the operation mode, see Access the AirBridge
for initial configuration on page 12 and Manually Configure or Change the Operation
Mode on page 34.
Access the AirBridge and Use
the Easy Setup Method
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Disabled Enabled
Extended Long
2 3
range distance
N/A Required
AirBridge, any AirBridge
WiFi AP, and master only
WiFi clients
4 1
AirBridge Satellite
1 1
Disabled
Extended
2 3
range
N/A
AirBridge
master only
1
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Access Point Client Bridge
N/A N/A
Extended Extended
3 3
range range
N/A N/A
WiFi clients, AirBridge AP
AirBridge AP, or any WiFi AP
and any WiFi
AP
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