Gw-Mf54G2 Operating Mode - Planex GW-MF54G2 User Manual

3. GW-MF54G2 Operating Mode

GW-MF54G2 supports three different operating modes, which are: "AP (Access Point)", "Router", and
"Converter". Please set the switch on GW-MF54G2 to the operating mode you would like to
choose base on the real situation of your network environment.
In AP (Access Point) mode, the Ethernet port of GW-MF54G2 is connected with the LAN port of your
router with a RJ-45 cable. All devices (including all the PCs and laptops with wireless network card) are
connected with GW-MF54G2 wirelessly. If the AP has Internet access, all devices connected to
GW-MF54G2 can have access to the Internet as well.
In Router mode, the Ethernet port of GW-MF54G2 is connected with your cable modem or the LAN port
of your modem with a RJ-45 cable. Your computer will connect with GW-MF54G2 wirelessly and have
Internet access.
In Converter mode, the Ethernet port of GW-MF54G2 is connected with your computer's LAN port with a
RJ-45 cable. In order to have Internet access, you have to connect with other wireless router or devices
wirelessly.
Please setup and configure GW-MF54G2 following the steps below.