User Guide

Chapter 2 Network Topology
A typical network topology for the EAP is shown below.
Figure 2-1 Typical Topology
To deploy an EAP in your local network, a DHCP server is required to assign IP addresses
to the EAP and clients. Typically, a router acts as the DHCP server. A computer running
the EAP Controller software can locate in the same or different subnet with the EAPs.
The EAP can be managed by the EAP Controller software, which is a management
software specially designed for the TP-LINK EAP devices on a local wireless network,
allowing you to centrally configure and monitor mass EAP devices using a web browser
on your PC. For more information about the EAP Controller, please find the EAP
Controller User Guide from our official website:
http://www.tp-link.com/en/support/download/
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