Broadcast Network Name (Ssid); Wds Mode; Wds Extending Coverage With Additional Aps - TRENDnet TEW-638APB User Manual

Broadcast Network Name (SSID)

Multiple SSIDs
This option allows you to hide your wireless network. When this option is set to enable, your wireless
network name is broadcast to anyone within the range of your signal. If you're not using encryption then
they could connect to your network. When this mode is disabled, you must enter the Wireless Network
Name (SSID) on the client manually to connect to the network.
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.

WDS Mode

When WDS is enabled, this access point functions as a wireless repeater and is able to wirelessly
communicate with other APs via WDS links. Note that WDS is incompatible with WPA -- both features
cannot be used at the same time. 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 number.

WDS extending coverage with additional APs

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