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WAP3205 User’s Guide
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CHAPTER 2
WAP3205 Modes
2.1 Overview
This chapter introduces the different modes available on your WAP3205.
• Device mode. This is the operating mode of your WAP3205, or simply how the
WAP3205 is being used in the network.
2.1.1 Device Modes
This refers to the operating mode of the WAP3205, which can act as a:
• Access Point. Use this mode if you want to extend your network by allowing
network devices to connect to the WAP3205 wirelessly. Go to Section 3.4 on
page 27 to view the Status screen in this mode.
• Client. Use this mode if there is an existing wireless router or access point in
the network to which you want to connect your local network. Go to Section 4.5
on page 35 to view the Status screen in this mode. In Client mode, you should
know the SSID and wireless security details of the access point to which you
want to connect.
• Universal Repeater. In this mode, the WAP3205 can be an access point and a
wireless client at the same time. Use this mode if there is an existing wireless
router or access point in your network and you also want to allow clients to
connect to the WAP3205 wirelessly. Go to Section 4.5 on page 35 to view the
Status screen in this mode.