TRENDnet TEW-811DRU User Manual page 37

Radio On/Off
This indicates the wireless operating status. The wireless can be turned on or off by the slide
switch. When the radio is on, the following parameters are in effect.
Wireless Mode
If all of the wireless devices you want to connect with this router can connect in the same
transmission mode, you can improve performance slightly by choosing the appropriate wireless
mode. If you have some devices that use a different transmission mode, choose the appropriate
wireless mode. The TEW-811DRU supports 2.4GHz/5GHz wireless networks. There are many
different configuration options available to choose from. Use the drop down list to select the
wireless mode.
Note: One wireless mode can be selected can select at any one time. This means that you can
only select one of the operating frequency at a time.
Wireless Network Name (SSID)
When you are browsing for available wireless networks, this is the name that will appear in the
list (unless Visibility Status is set to Invisible, see below). This name is also referred to as the
SSID. For security purposes, it is highly recommended to change from the pre-configured
network name. Add up to three additional SSIDs to create virtual wireless networks from one
wireless Router Access Point device.
Add Additional Wireless Network Name (SSID)
To add additional wireless Network Names simply add the name to the Multiple SSID field and
click on apply at the bottom of the page. When finished, go to the Security section in this Users
Guide for wireless security configuration.
Frequency (Channel)
A wireless network uses specific channels in the wireless spectrum to handle communication
between clients. Some channels in your area may have interference from other electronic
devices. Choose the clearest channel to help optimize the performance and coverage of your
wireless network.
Wireless Distribution System (WDS)
When WDS is enabled, this access point functions as a wireless repeater and is able to
wirelessly communicate with other APs via WDS links. A WDS link is bidirectional; so this AP
must know the MAC Address (creates the WDS link) of the other AP, and the other AP must
have a WDS link back to this AP. Make sure the APs are configured with same channel.
(Note that WDS security is incompatible with mixed mode, like WPAPSK+WPA2PSK mixed,
WEP AUTO and 802.1x, both feature cannot be used at the same time).
Configuring WDS with TEW-811DRU
Enable the option for WDS and input the MAC Address of the wireless device that also supports
WDS in to the blank fields. You can add up to four additional devices in the spaces provided.
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