9 wds configuration, Introduction to wds, Advantages of wds – H3C Technologies H3C WA2600 Series WLAN Access Points User Manual
Page 61: Wds configuration
9-1
z
The models listed in this document are not applicable to all regions. Please consult your local sales
office for the models applicable to your region.
z
Support of the H3C WA series WLAN access points (APs) for features may vary by AP model. For
more information, see Feature Matrix.
z
The interface types and the number of interfaces vary by AP model.
z
The radio types supported by the H3C WA series WLAN access points vary by AP model.
z
The term AP in this document refers to common APs, wireless bridges, or mesh APs.
9
WDS Configuration
This chapter includes these sections:
z
z
z
z
z
z
Mapping a Mesh Profile to the Radio of an MP
z
Mapping an MP Policy to the Radio of an MP
z
Specifying a Peer MAC Address on the Radio
z
Displaying and Maintaining WDS
z
Introduction to WDS
WLAN distribution system (WDS) wireless bridging provides wireless links to connect two or more
separate wired LANs or WLANs.
Advantages of WDS
At present, 802.11 based WLAN technologies are widely applied in the home, SOHO, and enterprise
scenarios, allowing users to easily access the Internet. Currently, to provide network access services
for wireless users, APs have to be connected to existing wired networks. As a result, the network
deployment cost is high, and it requires a lot time to deploy a large-scaled network.
WDS makes you deploy a WLAN easily in some complex environments. It has following advantages:
z
Providing wireless connectivity between two separate LAN segments.
z
Low cost for high performance deployment options
z
Expandable without the need for new wiring or more access points