Siemens Simens Gigaset WLAN dsl/cable SE551 - Manual (Page 81)

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Configuring the Advanced Settings
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Repeater function (WDS)
If you use a repeater in your wireless network to extend the range, you must activate the
Wireless Distribution System (WDS) function.
In the Wireless Network menu, select Repeater (WDS).
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Next to Wireless distribution system, select the On option to activate WDS.
The name of the client is shown in the Comment field.
The MAC address of the repeater is shown in the MAC address field if there is a connec-
tion.
The SSID is shown in the SSID field if there is a connection with the repeater.
The radio channel used for data transfer is shown in the Channel field.
The Signal strength shows the strength of the connection to the repeater in percent-
age terms if there is a connection to the repeater.
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Click on Refresh to update the display.
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Apply the settings by clicking OK.
Note:
Depending on the status of the software in your device, it is possible that SuperG
might not function in conjunction with WDS. If necessary, check whether a soft-
ware upgrade is offered on the Internet.