Specifications

Chapter 4 Wireless LAN Option
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4.2 Operating Mode of Compex NetPassage 16A Wireless LAN Option
Compex NetPassage 16A wireless LAN option supports two operating modes, the AP
Mode and the Client Mode. You may selectively choose the operating mode based on
your application.
In AP Mode, Compex NetPassage 16A distributes the broadband Internet access to the
Fast Ethernet & wireless network, and bridge the wireless LAN to the Fast Ethernet
network. Please refer to Figure 4.2a.
Figure 4.2a Compex NetPassage 16A Wireless LAN option functions in AP Mode
In Client Mode, Compex NetPassage 16A is capable of communicating to a Compex
NetPassage 16A in AP mode, or any other wireless access point, functioning as a LAN-
to-LAN wireless Bridge. Please refer to Figure 4.2b.
Figure 4.2b Compex NetPassage 16A Wireless LAN option in Client Mode