How to configure WDS Bridging on the MERCUSYS Wireless AC Router?

A Wireless Distribution System (WDS) is a system that enables the wireless interconnection of access points in a wireless network. It allows a router’s wireless network to be expanded using multiple access points without the need for a wire to connect them, as is traditionally required. 

1. LAN IP of extended router should be different but in the same subnet of the root router;

2. The DHCP Server on extended router should be disabled;

3. WDS bridging only requires the WDS setting on either the root router or the extended router, on either 2.4GHz or 5GHz; No need to setup this up on both sides or bands.

Please follow the steps below to set it up:

1. Access the web management page. If you are not sure about how to do this, please click

How to log into the web-based interface of the MERCUSYS Wireless AC Router?

2. Under Advanced configuration, go to 2.4GHz Wireless→WDS Bridging, and follow the steps below to configure WDS bridging settings.

3. Click Next to start the setup.

4. Select a network from the table and enter the password, or you can click Add router manually and enter the network name and password. Then click Next.

5. Enter the wireless parameters of your router. It is recommended to set the same SSID and Password as the root router. Then click Next.

6. Check the parameters and click Finish to complete the setup.

7. The following information indicates successful connection.

Note: If you have changed the LAN IP address of your router during the setup, you need to log in to the web management page using the domain name (mwlogin.net) or the new LAN IP you have just set.

Get to know more details of each function and configuration please go to Support Center to download the manual of your product.