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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.

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Support of the H3C WA series WLAN access points (APs) for features may vary by AP model. For

more information, see Feature Matrix.

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The interface types and the number of interfaces vary by AP model.

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The radio types supported by the H3C WA series WLAN access points vary by AP model.

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The term AP in this document refers to common APs, wireless bridges, or mesh APs.

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WDS Configuration

This chapter includes these sections:

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Introduction to WDS

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WDS Configuration Task List

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Configuring WDS Port Security

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Configuring a Mesh Profile

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Configuring an MP Policy

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Mapping a Mesh Profile to the Radio of an MP

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Mapping an MP Policy to the Radio of an MP

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Specifying a Peer MAC Address on the Radio

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Displaying and Maintaining WDS

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WDS Configuration Examples

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:

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Providing wireless connectivity between two separate LAN segments.

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Low cost for high performance deployment options

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Expandable without the need for new wiring or more access points

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