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CHAPTER 4
WAP3205 Modes
4.1 Overview
This chapter introduces the different modes available on your WAP3205. First, the
term “mode” refers to two things in this User’s Guide.
• Web Configurator mode. This refers to the Web Configurator interface you
want to use for editing WAP3205 features.
• Device mode. This is the operating mode of your WAP3205, or simply how the
WAP3205 is being used in the network.
4.1.1 Web Configurator Modes
This refers to the configuration interface of the Web Configurator, which has two
modes:
• Easy. The Web Configurator shows this mode by default. Refer to Chapter 5 on
page 35 for more information on the screens in this mode. This interface may be
sufficient for users who just want to use the device.
• Expert. Advanced users can change to this mode to customize all the functions
of the WAP3205. Click Expert Mode after logging into the Web Configurator.
The User’s Guide Chapter 2 on page 23 through Chapter 12 on page 107
discusses the screens in this mode.
4.1.2 Device Modes
This refers to the operating mode of the WAP3205, which can act as a:
• Access Point. Use this mode if you want to extend your network by allowing
network devices to connect to the WAP3205 wirelessly. Go to Section 6.4 on
page 47 view the Status screen in this mode.
• Client. Use this mode if there is an existing wireless router or access point in
the network to which you want to connect your local network. Go to Section 7.4
on page 55 to view the Status screen in this mode.
