address-mode (AP view)

Function

The address-mode command sets the mode in which an AP obtains an IP address.

The undo address-mode command restores the default mode in which an AP obtains an IP address.

By default, the mode in which an AP obtains an IP address is not configured.

Format

address-mode { dhcp | static }

undo address-mode

Parameters

Parameter	Description	Value
dhcp	Indicates that an IP address is obtained in DHCP mode. The AP functions as a DHCP client and is assigned an IP address by the DHCP server.	-
static	Indicates that a static IP address is obtained. The AP must be configured with a static IP address.	-

Views

AP view

Default Level

2: Configuration level

Usage Guidelines

Usage Scenario

You can run the address-mode command to configure an AP to obtain an IP address in DHCP or static mode.

Precautions

After the configuration is delivered, restart the APs to make the configuration take effect.

Example

# Configure an AP to obtain an IP address in DHCP mode.

<HUAWEI> system-view
[HUAWEI] wlan
[HUAWEI-wlan-view] ap-id 0
[HUAWEI-wlan-ap-0] address-mode dhcp
Warning: The incorrect configuration will cause the AP to go out of management. This operation will deliver parameter setting and ma
y cause reboot of AP(s). Continue?[Y/N]:y