Client Bridge; Wds Bridge; Wd Bridge - EnGenius M5000 User Manual

2.3 Client Bridge

In the Client Bridge Mode, the M5000 function likes a wireless dongle. Connected to an Access Point
wirelessly and surf internet whenever you want. Using Site Survey to scan all the Access Point within
the range and configure its SSID and Security Password to associate with it. Connect you station to
the LAN port of the M5000 via Ethernet.

2.4 WDS Bridge

In the WDS Bridge Mode, the M5000 can wirelessly connect different LANs by just simply configure
each other's MAC Address and Security Settings. This mode is used when two wired LANs locate in
small distance and want to communicate each other. The best solution is using M5000 wirelessly
connect two wired LANs. WDS Bridge Mode can establish 16 WDS links. The connection diagram is
like a Star.
Auction: WDS Bridge Mode is not function like Access Point. APs linked by WDS are using the same
frequency channel, more APs connected together may lower throughput. Please be aware to avoid
loop connection, otherwise you may enable Spanning Tree Function.
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