SMC Networks SMCWUSBS-N - Manual (Page 45)

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Chapter 5: AP Mode Configuration
The USB Adapter's utility can extend the functionality of the device by adding an
Access Point (AP) mode to its normal client capabilities.
In AP mode, the USB Adapter operates as a "Soft AP." The Soft AP feature creates
a Wireless LAN to Ethernet bridge using the host PC's existing Ethernet port. When
the host PC is connected to an Internet connection, the Soft AP uses Windows
Internet Connection Sharing (ICS) so that all associated wireless clients can share
that connection.
Switching to AP Mode
Click the SMC EZ Connect Wireless utility icon with the right mouse button and then
select “Switch to AP Mode.”
A quick launch icon will appear in the lower right-hand corner of the task bar.
An Internet connection screen appears after switching to AP mode. Select a network
and click the Enable ICS button to use Windows Internet Connection Sharing (ICS)
and start the the Soft AP utility configuration.