Local mesh
Local mesh terminology
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Local mesh terminology
The following table defines terms that are used in this guide when discussing the local mesh
feature.
Term Definition
Node An AP that is configured to support local mesh connections.
Root node The root node is configured in Master mode and provides access to
the root network.
Alternate master
node
A node that is configured in Alternate master mode which enables it
to make upstream and downstream connections.
Slave node A node that is configured in Slave mode which enables it to make
upstream connections only.
Root network Wired network to which the root node is connected. This is the
network to which the local mesh provides access for all connected
alternate master and slave nodes.
Mesh A series of nodes that connect to form a network. Each mesh is
identified by a unique mesh ID.
Link The wireless connection between two nodes.
Downstream link A link that transports data away from the root network.
Upstream link A link that transports data towards the root network.
Peer Any two connected nodes are peers. In the diagram, AP 1 is the peer of
both AP 2 and AP 3.
Downstream link
Root node
Root network
Upstream link
Alternate master node Slave node
AP 1
AP 3
AP 2
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