Access point mode serves the function of enabling a device, typically a router or wireless access point (AP), to act as a central hub for wireless communication within a network. In this mode, the device creates a wireless network that allows wireless clients, such as laptops, smartphones, and other devices, to connect and access resources within the local area network (LAN) or to connect to the internet through the device’s wired connection.
In a TP-Link router, access point (AP) mode transforms the router into a wireless access point. This mode disables the router functionalities such as DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) server and NAT (Network Address Translation), turning the device into a simple AP. It allows the TP-Link router to extend an existing wired network or create a new wireless network by connecting it to an existing router or switch.
AP mode in CCTV (Closed Circuit Television) systems refers to configuring a wireless IP camera or NVR (Network Video Recorder) to act as an access point. In this mode, the CCTV device establishes a Wi-Fi network to which other devices, such as mobile phones or computers, can connect for viewing live video feeds or managing CCTV settings directly over the wireless network.
To use AP mode on a router, typically you would access the router’s administration interface through a web browser, navigate to the settings related to wireless or network modes, and select AP mode. You would then configure the necessary wireless settings, such as SSID (network name) and security settings, to create or extend a wireless network. After configuring AP mode, the router functions purely as an access point, providing wireless connectivity to devices within its coverage area.
Access point mode is used for extending wireless network coverage, improving Wi-Fi signal strength in areas with poor coverage, or creating new wireless networks in locations where wired network connections are not feasible or practical. It facilitates seamless connectivity for wireless devices, enabling them to access network resources, share data, and connect to the internet through a centralized access point within the network infrastructure.