Buffalo Technology WLA-G54 Network Card User Manual


 
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.4 Wireless LAN Computer Lim i ta tion
This option limits the PCs allowed a wireless connection to the AirStation. It is used to control the wireless connections to the AirStation.
Wireless PC’s Connection - Select Limit to restrict the connection and Do not Limit for open access. Register your client PC’s MAC address
before selecting Set.
Register for allowable PC’s MAC address - MAC access restriction set up in LAN. Input the MAC addresses that to be allowed to com-
municate.
MAC address list - Display a table list of all MAC addresses.
4.1.5 Wireless Bridge (WDS)
Wireless Distribution System allows the wireless connection of access points to extend a wiredor wireless infrastructure to locations where cabling
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Wireless bridge (WDS) function: Select Enable to allow WDS mode between AirStations or Disable to block communication between
AirStations.
Wireless bridge (WDS)dedicated mode: Select Enable to disable wireless PCs from communicating with the AirStation.
Note: Both AirStations must support WDS to communicate with each other. WDS process must be repeated with other bridge access points.
Example: AP1 MAC Address is entered into AP2; AP2 MAC Address is entered into AP1;
Add AirStation (MAC Address): Allows administrator to register the wireless MAC address of AirStations for (WDS) point-to-point or
point-to multipoint communication between AirStations. The MAC address to enter is found in the Management section, under System Information/
Wireless MAC address section. The WDS function must be set to Enable. The MAC address is 12 characters long.
Enter the Wireless MAC address in the form of two characters separated by a colon and click Add. Up to six sets may be registered.
Connected AirStation (Display/Delete):
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