ZyXEL Communications EMG2926-Q10A - Chapter 3 EMG2926-Q10 A Modes

EMG2926-Q10A User’s Guide
22
CHAPTER 3
EMG2926-Q10A Modes
3.1 Overview
This chapter introduces the operating mode of your EMG2926-Q10A, or simply how the EMG2926-
Q10A is being used in the network.
3.1.1 Device Modes
This refers to the operating mode of the EMG2926-Q10A, which can act as a:
• Router: This is the default device mode of the EMG2926-Q10A. Use this mode to connect the
local network to another network, like the Internet. Go to Section 4.2 on page 23 to view the
Status screen in this mode.
• Access Point: Use this mode if you want to extend your network by allowing network devices to
connect to the EMG2926-Q10A wirelessly. Go to Section 5.4 on page 32 to view the Status
screen in this mode.
For more information on these modes and to change the mode of your EMG2926-Q10A, refer to
Chapter 24 on page 172.
Note: Choose your device mode carefully to avoid having to change it later.
When changing to another mode, the IP address of the EMG2926-Q10A changes. The running
applications and services of the network devices connected to the EMG2926-Q10A can be
interrupted.