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device is required to bridge between two access points and extending an existing wired or
wireless infrastructure network to create a larger network.
In addition, WDS enhances its link connection security in WEP mode, WEP key encryption
must be the same for both access points.
WDS Service: The default setting is Disable. Check Enable radio button to activate this
function.
Peer WDS MAC Address: It is the associated AP's MAC Address. It is important that
your peer 's AP must include your MAC address in order to acknowledge and communicate
with each other. (Note: For MAC Address, Semicolon ( : ) must be included)
4.3.1.3 Wireless Security
You can disable or enable with WPA or WEP for protecting wireless network.
The default mode of wireless security is disabled.
WPA Pre-Shared Key
WPA Algorithms: TKIP (Temporal Key Integrity Protocol) utilizes a stronger encryption
method and incorporates Message Integrity Code (MIC) to provide protection against
hackers.
WPA Shared Key: The key for network authentication
style and key size should be in the range between 8 and 63 characters.
Group Key Renewal: The period of renewal time for changing the security key
automatically between wireless client and Access Point (AP).
The input format is in character
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