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NBG420N User’s Guide

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Sys Op Mode

24.1 Overview

The Sys Op Mode (System Operation Mode) function lets you configure whether your
NBG420N is a router or AP. You can choose between Router Mode and AP Mode depending
on your network topology and the features you require from your device. See

Section 1.1 on

page 31

for more information on which mode to choose.

24.1.1 Router

A router connects your local network with another network, such as the Internet. The router
has two IP addresses, the LAN IP address and the WAN IP address.

Figure 160 LAN and WAN IP Addresses in Router Mode

24.1.2 AP

An AP extends one network and so has just one IP address. All Ethernet ports on the AP have
the same IP address. To connect to the Internet, another device, such as a router, is required.

WAN IP

Internet

LAN

WAN

LAN IP