LevelOne WAP-6101 User Manual
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Besides, You can also check the AP4’s WiFi
LED, it should be “Solid Amber” if AP4 already
connected AP3.
Although such wireless repeater function is available, there are limitations for such
topology.
First, the available bandwidth for AP2 ~ AP4 will be decayed due to it is connected to it
peer AP wirelessly. It depends on the data rate and environment. Besides, if one of the AP,
say AP2, is disconnected, the APs behind it will be disconnected as well. Such topology
needs more maintenance effort to keep the whole wireless network connectivity.
If Ethernet cable is reachable, connecting each AP to an Ethernet Uplink is recommended.
Above WEC configuration process is also suitable for running Ethernet cables to AP2 ~
AP4 to get a better wireless network..