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ZyXEL G-162 User’s Guide
Wireless LAN Network 2-3
other wireless stations or devices connected to the wired network. Wireless stations can then access
resource, such as the printer, on the wired network.
Figure 2-3 Infrastructure Network Example
2.1.5 Roaming
In an infrastructure network, wireless stations are able to switch from one BSS to another as they move
between the coverage areas. During this period, the wireless stations maintain uninterrupted connection to
the network. This is roaming. As the wireless station moves from place to place, it is responsible for
choosing the most appropriate AP depending on the signal strength, network utilization or other factors.
The following figure depicts a roaming example. When wireless station B moves to position X, the G-162
in wireless station B automatically switches the channel to the one used by access point 2 in order to stay
connected to the network.