Operating Modes; Access Point Mode - TP-Link TL-WR802N Quick Installation Manual

Operating Modes

1 Wireless Router Mode (Default)
Create an instant password-protected wireless network with
an NAT Firewall and share Internet with multiple devices. This
mode is suitable for hotel rooms and home networks.
Wired Ethernet
Connection
Note: if the hotel's Internet has an authentication process, you will need to
authenticate only once and only on one device .

2 Access Point Mode

Create a wireless network from an Ethernet connection. This
mode is suitable for dorm rooms or homes if there's already
a wired router but you need a wireless hotspot.
Wired Ethernet
Connection
Note: if the hotel's Internet has an authentication process, you will need to
authenticate it on EACH device.
3 Repeater Mode
Repeat signal from an existing wireless network. This mode
is suitable to extend wireless coverage, reaching devices that
were previously too far from your primary router to maintain
Protected by NAT Firewall
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