Digi IX20

Hotspot
IX20 User Guide
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a. Create a new access point:
(config)> add network wifi ap new_hotspot_AP1
(config network wifi ap new_hotspot_AP1)>
New access points are enabled by default.
b. Set the SSID:
(config network wifi ap new_hotspot_AP1)> ssid my_SSID
(config network wifi ap new_hotspot_AP1)>
This will be the SSIDused by clientsto connect to the hotspot. If you are creating multiple
access points, each accesspoint must havethe same SSID. Up to 32 characters are
allowed.
c. Set the encryption to open:
(config network wifi ap new_hotspot_AP1)> encryption type none
(config network wifi ap new_hotspot_AP1)>
Hotspot access points must use open (unencrypted) communication. See Hotspot security
for more information.
d. Type... to return to the config prompt:
(config network wifi ap new_hotspot_AP1)> ...
(config)>
e. Add additional accesspoints by following the above instructions.
4. (Optional) Create a new bridge and interfacefor the hotspot.
Note Hotspot bridgesmust also be part of an interface with a configured IPaddress.
a. Create a bridge:
(config)> add network bridge new_hotspot_bridge
(config network bridge new_hotspot_bridge)>
b. Add devices to the bridge:
i. Determine available devices:
(config network bridge new_hotspot_bridge)> .. .. interface lan
device ?
Device: The network device used by this network interface.
Format:
/network/device/eth1
/network/device/eth2
/network/device/loopback
/network/bridge/hotspot_bridge
/network/bridge/lan
/network/wireless/ap/digi_ap