User's Manual

8.1.3 WDS Bridge Mode
Unlike traditional bridging. WDS Bridge Mode allows you to create large wireless networks by
linking several wireless access points with WDS links. WDS is normally used in large, open
areas, where pulling wires is cost prohibitive, restricted or physically impossible.
The following figure shows an example of three OM2P configured for WDS Bridge Mode
communicating with each other. In this configuration, the OM2P device on the left side of the
figure behaves as a standard bridge that forwards traffic between the WDS links (links that
connect to other OM2P WDS bridges).
The sections that follow the figure below describe how to configure your OM2P for WDS
Bridge Mode.
Wireless Mode Wireless mode supports 802.11b/g/n mixed modes.
Channel HT Mode The default channel bandwidth is 40 MHz. The larger the channel,
the better the transmission quality and speed.
Extension Channel Select upper or lower channel. Your selection may affect the Auto
channel function.
Channel / Frequency Select the channel and frequency appropriate for your country’s
regulation.
Accept / Cancel Click Accept to confirm the changes or Cancel to cancel and
return previous settings.
Clicking Accept does not apply the changes. To apply them, use Status > Save/Load (see