ZyXEL Communications ZyAIR G-220 User Manual
ZyAIR G-220 User’s Guide
Wireless LAN Network
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Figure 2-3 Infrastructure Network Example
Access Point Mode
The following figure depicts a network example in which you set the ZyAIR in access point mode.
The following figure depicts a network example in which you set the ZyAIR in access point mode.
Figure 2-4 ZyAIR as an Access Point Example
In the example, the ZyAIR is installed on computer A and set to operate in access point mode. Computer A
shares Internet connection to the wireless LAN, so wireless stations B and C can access the Internet.
shares Internet connection to the wireless LAN, so wireless stations B and C can access the Internet.
2.1.5 Roaming
In an infrastructure network, wireless stations are able to switch from one BSS to another as they move
between the coverage areas. During this period, the wireless stations maintain uninterrupted connection to
the network. This is roaming. As the wireless station moves from place to place, it is responsible for
choosing the most appropriate AP depending on the signal strength, network utilization or other factors.
between the coverage areas. During this period, the wireless stations maintain uninterrupted connection to
the network. This is roaming. As the wireless station moves from place to place, it is responsible for
choosing the most appropriate AP depending on the signal strength, network utilization or other factors.