Operation Manual

NBG6515 User’s Guide

CHAPTER 5

NBG Modes

5.1 Overview

This chapter introduces the different modes available on your NBG. First, the term “mode” refers to

two things in this User’s Guide.

• Web Configurator mode. This refers to the Web Configurator interface you want to use for

editing NBG features.

• Device mode. This is the operating mode of your NBG, or simply how the NBG is being used in

the network.

5.1.1 Web Configurator Modes

This refers to the configuration interface of the Web Configurator, which has two modes:

• Easy. The Web Configurator shows this mode by default. Refer to Chapter 6 on page 38 for more

information on the screens in this mode. This interface may be sufficient for users who just want

to use the device.

• Expert. Advanced users can change to this mode to customize all the functions of the NBG. Click

Expert Mode after logging into the Web Configurator. The User’s Guide Chapter 3 on page 26

through Chapter 25 on page 160 discusses the screens in this mode.

5.1.2 Device Modes

This refers to the operating mode of the NBG, which can act as a:

• Router. This is the default device mode of the NBG. Use this mode to connect the local network

to another network, like the Internet. Go to Section 7.3 on page 50 to view the Status screen in

this mode.

• Access Point. Use this mode if you want to extend your network by allowing network devices to

connect to the NBG wirelessly. Go to Section 8.4 on page 58 view the Status screen in this

mode.

• Universal Repeater: In this mode, the NBG 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 NBG. Go to Section 9.5 on page 64 to view

the Status screen in this mode.

For more information on these modes and to change the mode of your NBG, refer to Section 23.10

on page 170.

The menu for changing device modes is available in Expert mode only.

Note: Choose your Device Mode carefully to avoid having to change it later.