Operation Mode Configuration; Figure 24: Operation Mode - Alfa Network AIP-W505 User Manual

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PERATION ODE ONFIGURATION
The Operation Mode Configuration page allows you to set up the mode
suitable for your network environment.

Figure 24: Operation Mode

The following items are displayed on this page:
Bridge Mode — An access point mode that extends a wired LAN to
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wireless clients.
Router Mode — The internet gateway mode that connects a wired LAN
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and wireless clients to an Internet access device, such as a cable or
DSL modem. This is the factory set default mode.
WISP Mode — (Wireless Internet Service Provider mode) The 11n
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Router acts as a client connecting to an available wireless network
provided by another access point or wireless router. This functionality
allows other Ethernet-enabled devices, like gaming consoles, NAS
storage servers, or PCs/laptops without built-in wireless support, to be
added into a wireless network.
In order to connect to a wireless network in WISP mode, it is necessary
to know the following information: the network name (SSID), the
frequency channel (1-13), the type of security (WEP, WPA/ WPA2), and
the security password (if any). For more information, see
Wireless Configuration" on page
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Operation Mode Configuration

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