Gigabyte GN-BR03GM User Manual

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GN-BR03GM AirCruiser MIMO Router 
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The WDS Tab 
 
 
Figure 26: WDS Configuration
 
 
Wireless Distribution System (WDS) technology enables several access points 
to increase the coverage of a wireless network. Although enterprises or home 
users can reduce most wiring problems by using access points that support 
WDS, they still need cables to connect external ISP.   
 
To use WDS, please make sure: 
 
All routers/AP’s participating in the WDS must use the same RF Channel 
 
DHCP (if used) must only be enabled on the bridge Router and not on      
the node AP’s.     
 
Example: Suppose Router1 is connected to the DSL modem, and uses DHCP 
to dish out IP’s to your WLAN.    To use Router1 to bridge to a remote AP, key 
in AP’s Wireless MAC Address in Router1’s WDS configuration list and select 
“enable” then press Submit. In AP’s LAN settings, disable DHCP and assure 
the AP uses the same RF Channel as the Router1.    You should now be able 
to connect to Router1 through AP. 
 
 
  Note that bridging between different vendors wireless gear is not 
guaranteed. Your GN-BR03GM may only create a WDS environment with other 
Gigabyte Routers or GIGABYTE Access Points.