User's Manual

Installation Guide 25
12. The Typical Setup Wizard displays the Network Topology screen to
define how the Access Point manages network traffic.
13. Select an Access Point Mode from the available options.
• Router Mode - In Router Mode, the Access Point routes traffic
between the local network (LAN) and the Internet or external
network (WAN). Router mode is recommended in a deployment
supported by just a single Access Point.
• Bridge Mode - In Bridge Mode, the Access Point depends on an
external router for LAN and WAN traffic. Routing is generally used
on one device, whereas bridging is typically used in a larger density
network. Select Bridge Mode when deploying this Access Point with
numerous peer Access Points supporting clients on both the
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