TL-WR902AC in a campus WiFi in "client mode"

opalix

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TL-WR902AC in a campus WiFi in "client mode"

3 weeks ago - last edited 2 weeks ago

Model: TL-WR902AC

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Hi,

I would like to setup my TL-WR902AC to give internet access to a security system.

There's a few obstacles:

- We are using MAC address filtering (I am able to get the device registered)

- Netmask 255.240.0.0

- DHCP (I am unsure if the device will expose its own DHCP to the network or if i should turn the DHCP off)

- we're using a proxy a well (i could get the device white listed. question is do i whitelist the tp-link or the security system?)

I guess what I am asking is does the campus network even notice what's behind the tp-link or does the device hide what's connected to its ethernet port from the campus WiFi.

I hope I presented the plan in a coherent manner.

I'd be grateful for any help.

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woozle

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Re:TL-WR902AC in a campus WiFi in "client mode"-Solution

3 weeks ago - last edited 2 weeks ago

@opalix

Hi,

If you know how to work with IP addresses, then it's better to switch DHCP off.

You will most likely need to whitelist both, the TL-WR902AC and the security system. My experience is that it won't work otherwise.

And yes, in "Client" mode the campus network will see all devices behind the TL-WR902AC. If you don't want this, then use the "Share Hotspot" mode instead.