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Configuring WDS in TP-LINK 54M 542G
Configuring WDS in TP-LINK 54M 542G
2015-02-27 05:25:45
Region : Brazil

Model : TL-WR543G

Hardware Version : Not Clear

Firmware Version : 6.8

ISP :

I tried to configure my TP-LINK 54M 542G (not 543) to implement WDS function, using instructions from http://www.tp-link.com.br/article/?faqid=576.
However,when I have to adjust Wireless Settings, the options are:
-Enable Wireless Router Radio
-Enable SSID Broadcast
-Enable Bridges

with the 2 first ones set.
The option "Enable WDS", required, is not present
My version of TP-LINK is 6.8.
It seems not to have firmware upgrade including WDS resource.
I ask if it is possible implement WDS in my TP-LINK and, if positive, how to do.
(excuse for my English)
Thanks.
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Re:Configuring WDS in TP-LINK 54M 542G
2015-03-06 14:18:40
TP-LINK 54M 542G is a old 802.11g router. It cannot bridge to most of the 300M / 150M 11n routers.

You need two 542G to establish the WDS bridge. If you do have two 802.11g wireless router, then adjust Wireless Settings, the options are:
-Enable Wireless Router Radio
-Enable SSID Broadcast
-Enable Bridges (or Enable bridge)

Note: You need to do the above settings on both the two routers, not just on the extending one.

If your main router is not a pure 802.11g router, it probably cannot bridge with the 542G.
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Re:Configuring WDS in TP-LINK 54M 542G
2015-03-21 10:05:55
Thank you, radvd.
I bought one 300 Mbps Universal WiFi - Range Extender - TP-LINK TL-WA850RE, and I could have the wifi signal enhanced.
Just one problem: a red "X" over the icon related to networks. But everything else OK.
I have Windows 7.
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Re:Configuring WDS in TP-LINK 54M 542G
2015-03-24 14:39:50
Your WA850RE is running in latest firmware?
What's the firmware version of your TL-WR542G?
Can you provide the screenshot of the problem you described?
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