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TD-W9970 WDS Bridging Mode
TD-W9970 WDS Bridging Mode
2025-07-24 15:17:18 - last edited 2025-08-15 01:38:21
Tags: #Network Connectivity #Access Point Mode
Model: TD-W9970  
Hardware Version: V4
Firmware Version: 1.2.0.0.9.1v00a1.0 Build210220 Rel. 36504n

Hi All

 

I have had to replace my TL-WR740N because in Active magazine it says that there are security issues with it. So I bought a TD-W9970.

Can I use it as a WDS bridge, wirelessly, to provide a repeater for other parts of my house?

I currently have a wireless connection between my main Plusnet router and the TL-WR740N and then a cabled connection to my laptop upstairs.

Can I do the same with the TD-W9970. I am confused by the unfamiliar menus.

 

The incoming VDSL unit is a Plusnet Hub Two Model number GRV9517UWAC34-A

 

Thanks in advance

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Re:TD-W9970 WDS Bridging Mode-Solution
2025-07-25 06:35:30 - last edited 2025-08-15 01:38:21

Hello@surfer1234 ,

Welcome to our community.

 

Please refer to the specification of the TD-W9970. Its operation modes include DSL Modem Router, 3G/4G Router,  and Wireless Router. So it cannot work in WDS mode.

If you need a device to expand the network via wireless method, please consider adding a range extender.

 

 

 

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Re:TD-W9970 WDS Bridging Mode-Solution
2025-07-25 06:35:30 - last edited 2025-08-15 01:38:21

Hello@surfer1234 ,

Welcome to our community.

 

Please refer to the specification of the TD-W9970. Its operation modes include DSL Modem Router, 3G/4G Router,  and Wireless Router. So it cannot work in WDS mode.

If you need a device to expand the network via wireless method, please consider adding a range extender.

 

 

 

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