Bridgeing with a Linksys WAP11

[focusdchaos]

Is it possible to bridge 3 networks with a LAN?

We need to hook up 3 buildings that can't be connected to each toher via a cable.

Would I need a DHCP server in each segment?

 

[ktwebb]

My guess is that the Linksys bridging is simple point to point. The literature I have seen doesnt mention mulipoint bridging but it could be I suppose. Cisco's BR350 series are a heck of alot more expensive however you its true multipoint. Add as many as you want to split the bandwidth.

 

[blstriker]

I'm not sure what you mean, but you can run the WAP11 in bridging mode point to point OR point to multipoint. This allows you to bridge several networks together. Very cool.

 

[ktwebb]

Thats good. Never seen any literature stating that but that is a bonus. With the 100 milliwatt hack, that does make the linksys a very attractive Wi-Fi product for the price. However, if I were bridging business LAN's I would still choose a corporate 802.11b solution for reliability, warranty issues, and performance.

"Would I need a DHCP server in each segment?"

No. The bridge will, in essence, extend your primary LAN across the span to make the remote LAN's a part of the big picture. You would have an omni directional antenna at the main site with directional, Yagi or parabolic dish depending on the distance, at the remote sites. How far would the links be? Actually, if they are very close you might get away without buying additional antennas.