Setting Up a Simple Point-to-Point Wireless Network

Introduction

• Purpose: Connect two locations with a point-to-point wireless network.
• Focus on basic setup for beginners.

Configuration for Location A

1. Access Router/Access Point:

   • Ensure there is a wireless connection.
   • Navigate to the Advanced Mode in the settings.

2. Settings to Configure:

   • Mode: Set to AP Bridge.
   • SSID: Change to desired network name.
   • Wireless Protocol: Select nv2.
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     • Benefits:
       • Increased throughput speed.
       • Supports more client connections.
       • Lower latency.
   • Country: Set to the appropriate country (match with Location B).
   • Apply settings.

3. Security Settings:

   • Enable security.
   • Pre-Shared Key: Enter the password for the connection.
   • Apply changes.

Configuration for Location B

1. Access Router:

   • Start with default settings.

2. Disable DHCP Service:

   • Recommended to remove it to avoid conflicts.

3. Bridge Configuration:

   • Add Ethernet 1 port to the bridge.
   • This allows all ports on the router to receive IP addresses from Location A.

4. Wireless Settings:

   • Change mode to Station Bridge.
   • Set SSID to match Location A.
   • Use the same Wireless Protocol (nv2) and Country settings.
   • Apply changes.

5. Security Settings:

   • Enter the same security password as at Location A.
   • Apply settings.

6. Set Up DHCP Client:

   • Set DHCP client to the bridge.
   • This allows Location B to receive an IP address from Location A.

Confirmation of Connection

• Check the wireless registration at Location A to see connected devices.
• Verify DHCP server leases to view connected device addresses.

Advanced Features

• More options available for advanced setups:
  • Point-to-Multipoint configurations.
  • Wireless Distribution System (WDS).
  • Additional features as needed for complex networks.

Conclusion

• Tutorial covered basic point-to-point network setup.
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