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Device Configuration Using Web Interface
3.4.1.3 Virtual Access Point (VAP)
VAP is a logical entity that exists within the physical WLAN access device. The VAP enables single device to be divided into
multiple VAPs, where each Access Point can be configured independently, but physical properties like Channel, Operating
Mode and Power will remain same for all VAP's.
The device assigns clients to a VLAN, based on a Network Name (SSID). The device supports up to eight SSIDs per radio. This
benefits the user to filter and group the data at a maximum rate.
: Multiple SSIDs can have same VLAN ID.
To configure the VAP, navigate to CONFIGURATION > Wireless > Interface 1> VAPs. The Wireless Interface - 1 screen
appears.
Figure 3-11 Wireless Interface -1 VAP
Each wireless interface supports eight VAPs. By default, the first VAP on an interface is always enabled. The AP device
supports two VAP types:
A. AP Mode
B. Wireless Distribution System (WDS)
A. AP Mode
The VAP enabled in AP mode will support the standard AP functionality.
To configure a VAP in AP mode, select the radio button against the desired VAP and click Edit. The configuration screen to
edit the properties of selected VAP, appears:
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