WDS SSID is NOT hidden

Ikarus

Hello,

I managed to connect two AP’s via WDS.

But…. now I see an additional WiFi. I though the created profile will be used to connect the AP’s, so that they can “communicate” with each other.

So, here are my questions:

1. I see now a new WiFi access point (SSID) available called “MyZyXELWDS”.
   1. I thought this will be used the connect the two devices and it is HIDDEN!

Thanks!

Zyxel_Melen

Hi @Ikarus

May I know the model and fireware of this issue? This will help us to check it.

Ikarus

Hello,
NWA210BE: V7.20(2) / 2025-08-26 12:52:01
NWA110AX: V7.10(3) / 2025-06-29 11:40:52

Thank's for taking a look at it.

Zyxel_Melen

Hi @Ikarus

Thanks for the information. This issue is because of the enforced MLO rules. It does not support a hidden SSID, therefore, the WDS SSID can't be hidden. For more details, please reference this link with highlight.

P.S. MLO is enabled by default.

Ikarus

Hello @Zyxel_Melen,
Many thanks for the answer.
Yes, the 5G and 6G band is configured as 11be.
Just to clarify, is the WDS SSID hidden if the mode is 11ax?

Ikarus

Zyxel_Melen

https://community.zyxel.com/en/discussion/comment/80887#Comment_80887

Hi @Ikarus

Yes, it is.