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WDS Configuration from the Web Interface
To create a WDS link between a pair of access points MyAP1 and MyAP2 use the
following steps:
Log onto MyAP1 and navigate to the Wireless > WDS Bridge page.
The MAC address for MyAP1 (the access point you are currently viewing) is
automatically provided in the Local Address field.
Enter the MAC address for MyAP2 in the Remote Address field.
Select WPA (PSK) from the Encryption menu.
The WPA (PSK) option is available only if VAP 0 on wireless Radio 1 uses
NOTE
WPA (PSK) as the security method. If VAP 0 is not set to WPA Personal or
WPA Enterprise, you must choose either None (Plain-text) or WEP for WDS
link encryption.
Enter wds-link in the SSID field and abcdefghijk in the Key field.
Click Apply to apply the WDS settings to the access point.
Log onto MyAP2 and repeat steps 2-5 (but be sure to use the MAC address of
MyAP1 in the Remote Address field).
Configuring the Wireless Distribution System
Cisco AP 541N Dual-band Single-radio Access Point Quick Start Guide
Configuration Examples