Network Router User Manual

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3 INSTALLING THE MINI ROUTER
The Mini Broadband Router has two basic operating modes that can be set
through the web-based management interface. For information on setting
the mode suitable for your network environment, see “Operation Mode” on
page 50.
◆ Router Mode — A gateway mode that connects a wired LAN and
wireless clients to an Internet access device, such as a cable or DSL
modem. This is the factory set default mode.
◆ Bridge Mode — An access point mode that extends a wired LAN to
wireless clients.
In addition to these basic operating modes, the wireless interface supports
Wireless Distribution System (WDS) links to other Mini Broadband Routers,
and a wireless AP Client Mode for a link to another wireless network. These
advanced configurations are not described in this section, see “Network
Planning” on page 25 for more information.
In a basic configuration, how the Mini Broadband Router is connected
depends on the operating mode. The sections in this chapter describe
connections for basic Router Mode and Bridge Mode operation.
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
You must meet the following minimum requirements:
◆ An Internet access device (DSL or Cable modem) with an Ethernet port
connection.
◆ An up-to-date web browser: Internet Explorer 6.0 or above or Mozilla
Firefox 2.0 or above.