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How to extend distance using extra AP or How to create wireless repeater(WDS)?

April 26, 2017AP create distance EXTEND extra Repeater WDS Wireless

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How to extend distance using extra AP or How to create wireless repeater(WDS)?

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If your AP is equipped with WDS (Repeater) function, you can extend the distance by changing the software settings on the AP to WDS(Repeater) mode. WDS allows an AP to connect with another WDS enabled AP wirelessly, and still able to communicate with WLAN cards at the same time. However, both AP must support WDS(Repeater) function. Currently, the following model support WDS(Repeater) mode: WL-1120AP, WL-5400AP, WL-5420P. Please follow the quick installation guide on the AP for instruction on WDS mode. If your AP does not support WDS function or you are trying to extend the distance of a wireless router. Please follow the instruction below to extend. In the diagram above, Computer B’s distance is too far away from “AP1” to make a wireless connection.