How to Configure the Bridge Mode on the Pharos device

CPE510 , CPE610 , WBS510 , CPE220 , CPE210 , CPE520 , WBS210 , CPE605
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Definition:Similar to the Repeater mode, the Bridge mode is used to reinforce the exiting wireless signal. However, the very difference is that the Bridge has its own SSID and encryption type different from those of root AP.
Take CPE as an example.


![]() It will scan for all the available wireless networks, please find the main router/AP’s network, check the security type and click Connect. Here we take TP-Link_5GHz-C2FA7C as an example.
![]() Step 4:
Choose the same Security type as the main router, and type in the same wireless password/Network Security Key of the main router for the PSK Password. Please refer to Main Router’s Manufacturer for details if you are sure about the wireless password/network security key->Click Next.
![]() Step 5:
Customize your wireless name (SSID) and password
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