User's Manual

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.
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