D-Link DAP-1620B1 User manual

DAP-1620
User Manual
AC1300 Wi-Fi Range Extender
Version 1.00 | 12/11/2018
DAP-1620B1

iD-Link DAP-1620 User Manual
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Manual Revisions
Hardware Revision Date Description
A1 v1.00 19 August, 2015 Initial release hardware version A1
B1 v1.00 12 November, 2018 Updated for hardware version B1
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Preface
Power Usage
ErP Power Usage
This device is an Energy Related Product (ErP) with High Network Availability (HiNA), and automatically switches to a power-saving Network
Standby mode within 1 minute of no packets being transmitted. If it is not needed during certain periods of time, it can be unplugged to save
energy.
Network Standby: 3.7072 watts

iiD-Link DAP-1620 User Manual
Table of Contents
Preface................................................................................. i
Product Overview..............................................................1
Package Contents.........................................................................1
System Requirements................................................................. 2
Introduction ................................................................................... 3
Features....................................................................................3
What is a Wireless Extender? ............................................4
Hardware Overview.....................................................................5
Front .......................................................................................... 5
Status/WPS LED Indicator..................................................6
Bottom......................................................................................7
Back............................................................................................8
Installation.........................................................................9
Wireless Installation Considerations......................................9
Assessing Uplink Signal Strength .........................................10
Hardware Setup ..........................................................................11
Getting Started................................................................12
WPS-PBC Conguration ...........................................................13
D-Link Wi-Fi App .........................................................................14
Wireless Setup Wizard...............................................................16
Wired Setup Wizard ...................................................................23
Conguration...................................................................30
Home ..............................................................................................30
Home - Connected to a Wi-Fi Mesh Router.......................33
Settings ..........................................................................................34
Extender Settings ...............................................................34
Existing Network............................................................35
Smart Connect................................................................36
Network Settings ................................................................38
Management................................................................................40
Time.........................................................................................40
Schedule ................................................................................41
Admin .....................................................................................42
System ....................................................................................43
Upgrade .................................................................................44
Statistics.................................................................................45
Connecting Wireless Clients to the Extended Network 46
WPS Button...................................................................................46
Windows® 8 - WPA/WPA2.........................................................47
Windows® 7 - WPA/WPA2.........................................................49
Windows Vista® - WPA/WPA2..................................................52
Troubleshooting..............................................................54
Wireless Basics.................................................................56
Tips...................................................................................................57
Technical Specications..................................................58
GPL Code Statement........................................................59
Regulatory Statements ...................................................74
Table of Contents

1D-Link DAP-1620 User Manual
Section 1 - Product Overview
If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller.
QIC
DAP-1620 AC1300 Wi-Fi Range Extender
Quick Install Card
Simple Setup Guide
Product Overview
Package Contents

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Network Requirements
• A wireless router with an active Internet connection.
• IEEE 802.11ac, 802.11n, 802.11g, 802.11b, or 802.11a
wireless clients/devices
Web-based Conguration
Utility Requirements
A Computer or Mobile Device with the following:
• Windows®, Apple® Mac OS®, or Linux-based operating system
• Wireless adapter or Wi-Fi functionality
• An Apple® iPhone®, iPad®, or Android™ mobile device
Browser Requirements:
• Internet Explorer® 9 or later
• Firefox® 20.0 or later
• Safari® 5.1 or later
• Google Chrome™ 25.0 or later
System Requirements

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Section 1 - Product Overview
Introduction
Features
High-speed Wireless Performance With Wireless 802.11ac Technology
Thanks to the latest wireless AC technology, the DAP-1620 provides a wireless connection at up to 1300 Mbps* with other 802.11ac wireless
devices.This feature lets you participate in real-time activities online, such as video streaming, online gaming, and real-time audio with
smooth performance.
Compatibility
The DAP-1620 is fully compatible with the latest 802.11ac standard, but is also backwards compatible with IEEE 802.11n/g/b/a wireless
devices, so you can use your existing devices without sacricing performance.
Compact, Convenient Design
The DAP-1620 is a compact device that is ideal for use at home or a small oce, as it does not take up much space and is ready to use by
simply plugging it in. The bright Signal Indicator LED makes nding a suitable location a cinch. Its diminutive wall-plug design easily saves you
the hassle of dealing with a power cord.
LatestWireless Network Security and Encryption
The DAP-1620 supports wireless security features to prevent unauthorized access from the wireless network. Support for WPA/WPA2
standards ensure that you’ll be able to use the best possible encryption methods with your compatible wireless devices.
Extend and Customize Your High-speed Wireless AC Network with Wi-Fi Mesh
D-Link’s Wi-Fi Mesh is a scalable solution that allows you to easily increase the coverage of your wireless AC network. Setup is eortless;
conguration of multiple DAP-1620’s can be done in minutes as settings can be passed on to other access points once the rst is congured.
Easy to Set Up, Easy to Use
Setting up the AC1300 Wi-Fi Range Extender is simple.You can use the supported D-Link Wi-Fi app on your iPhone, iPad, or Android device to
utilize the built in set up wizard. The DAP-1620 can also receive automatic over-the-air rmware updates, which ensures the best protection
and the latest features for your device.
* Maximum wireless signal rate derived from standard IEEE specications. Actual data throughput will vary. Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of network trac,
building materials and construction, and network overhead may lower actual data throughput rate. Environmental conditions will adversely aect wireless signal range.

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Section 1 - Product Overview
What is a Wireless Extender?
The DAP-1620 acts as a repeater to extend the range of an existing wireless network to provide a better signal for parts of your
home or oce that may have poor or no reception. Your existing wireless signal will be re-broadcast by the DAP-1620, allowing
you to reach the farthest corners of your home or oce.The extended network can simply use the same network credentials as the
existing network, or you can specify a dierent network name and password, giving you the exibility to control network access.
You may also use the DAP-1620 as a wireless access point by connecting an Ethernet cable.
Extend Your Wireless Network using Wi-Fi
Router
Internet DAP-1620
Extender Wireless Devices
Computer
Create a Wireless Network using Ethernet
Router
Internet DAP-1620
Extender Wireless Devices
Computer

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Hardware Overview
Front
1
2
3
1Status/WPS LED This LED indicates the current status of the DAP-1620, as detailed on the next page.
2WPS Button Press to establish a connection with another WPS compatible device. See page “WPS Button” on page 46
for more information.
3Signal Indicator
LED
The more lit green bars on the Signal Indicator LED, the better the wireless signal to the host network. A
single solid amber LED indcates a weak Wi-Fi signal.

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LED Indicator Color Status Description
Power/Status
Green Solid The DAP-1620 is receiving power and connected to a host network.
Blinking WPS mode is active.
Red Solid The DAP-1620 is booting or an error has occurred.
Amber Blinking The DAP-1620 is not connected to a host network.
None O Device is not receiving power. Check the power outlet.
Status/WPS LED Indicator
Status/WPS LED Indicator

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Bottom
12
1LAN Connect an Ethernet cable if you are adding wireless to wired network.
2Reset Button Use an unfolded paperclip to press and hold the reset button on the bottom of DAP-1620 for 10 seconds
to restore the factory default settings.

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Section 2 - Installation
You may locate the Wi-Fi name (SSID) and password for your DAP-1620. This information is printed on the specication sticker on
the back of the device. You will need this information to connect your computer or mobile device to the default network (SSID) of
your DAP-1620. This information is also provided on the Quick Installation Card.
Back

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Installation
Wireless Installation Considerations
The DAP-1620 lets you extend your existing wireless network’s coverage as long as it is within range of the uplink network. Keep in
mind that the DAP-1620’s extension network’s range may be limited by the number, thickness and location of walls, ceilings, or other
objects that the wireless signals must pass through.Typical ranges vary depending on the types of materials and background RF (radio
frequency) noise in your home or business. The key to maximizing wireless range is to follow these basic guidelines:
1. Keep the number of walls and ceilings between the D-Link extender and other network devices to a
minimum - each wall or ceiling can reduce your adapter’s range from 3-90 feet (1-30 meters.) Position your
devices so that the number of walls or ceilings is minimized.
2. Be aware of the direct line between network devices. A wall that is 1.5 feet thick (0.5 meters), at a 45-degree
angle appears to be almost 3 feet (1 meter) thick. At a 2-degree angle it looks over 42 feet (14 meters) thick!
Position devices so that the signal will travel straight through a wall or ceiling (instead of at an angle) for
better reception.
3. Building materials make a dierence. A solid metal door or aluminum studs may have a negative eect on
range. Try to position extenders, access points, wireless routers, and computers so that the signal passes
through drywall or open doorways. Materials and objects such as glass, steel, metal, walls with insulation,
water (sh tanks), mirrors, le cabinets, brick, and concrete will degrade your wireless signal.
4. Keep your product away (at least 3-6 feet or 1-2 meters) from electrical devices or appliances that generate RF
noise.
5. If you are using 2.4 GHz cordless phones or X-10 (wireless products such as ceiling fans, lights, and home
security systems), your wireless connection may degrade dramatically or drop completely. Make sure your 2.4
GHz phone base is as far away from your wireless devices as possible. The base transmits a signal even if the
phone is not in use.

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The Status/WPS LED will turn solid green when the DAP-1620 has connected successfully to a wireless network and is extending
that network. If the Signal Indicator LED has a single amber bar after the connection process has nished, the DAP-1620 has
established a poor quality connection. The more lit bars on the Signal Indicator LED, the better the wireless signal.To improve the
connection quality, the DAP-1620 should be relocated closer to the source wireless router. Using the 5 GHz extension network is
recommended in order to achieve the fastest wireless speeds.
Assessing Uplink Signal Strength
Poor Ok Good Best

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Hardware Setup
Plug in the DAP-1620 to a power outlet. Verify that the power LED is blinking amber before continuing with conguration.
OUTLET

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Section 3 - Conguration
There are several conguration tools you can use to set up your DAP-1620.
• WPS PBC - To easily extend an existing wireless network refer to “WPS-PBC Conguration” on page 13 for setup
instructions.
• D-Link Wi-Fi App - Use your Android device, iPhone or iPad to congure your extender. Refer to “D-Link Wi-Fi App” on
page 14 for setup instructions.
• Web-based Wireless Setup Wizard - This wizard will launch when you log into the extender’s web conguration utility
for the rst time. Refer to“Wireless Setup Wizard”on page 16 for setup instructions.
• Web-basedWired Setup Wizard - This wizard will launch when you log into the extender’s web conguration utility for
the rst time whilst connected to your router using an ethernet cable. Refer to “Wired Setup Wizard” on page 23 for
setup instructions.
Getting Started

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Section 3 - Conguration
WPS-PBC Conguration
Step 1 - Initiate WPS Mode
While the Status/WPS LED is blinking amber. Push the WPS button on the source
wireless router or AP, and then push the WPS button on the DAP-1620. The
Status/WPS LED will start to ash green. Please allow up to two minutes for the
process to nish. The Status/WPS LED will turn solid green when the DAP-1620
has connected successfully to the source wireless router or access point.
Step 2 - Assess Result
If the Signal Indicator LED has a single amber bar after the connection process
has nished, the DAP-1620 has established a poor quality connection. To improve
the connection quality, the DAP-1620 should be relocated to a wall outlet closer
to the source wireless router or access point. The more lit bars on the Signal
Indicator LED, the better the wireless signal.
Step 3 - Connecting Devices to the DAP-1620
The DAP-1620 is now ready to share the extended Wi-Fi network with your
PCs and mobile devices.You may use the WPS method to connect devices to
the extension networks created by the DAP-1620 using the following network
names (SSID). The password(s) will be the same as the wireless network you are
extending.
To connect to a wireless router or access point and extend the Wi-Fi network in your home, rst make sure the source router or
Access Point features a WPS Button or has a virtual WPS Button.
Poor
Connection
Ok
Connection
Good
Connection
Best
Connection

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D-Link Wi-Fi App
The DAP-1620 can be set up from your iPhone, iPad, or Android smartphone or tablet device using the D-Link Wi-Fi app.
Note: The screenshots may be dierent depending on your mobile device’s OS version.
Step 1
Search for the free D-Link Wi-Fi App on the Apple App Store or Google Play and
install. You can also scan the QR code on the right, which will take you to the
respective D-Link Wi-Fi app store page directly.
Step 2
Launch the D-Link Wi-Fi App from the Home screen of your device.
Step 3
Click on the Install New Device button at the middle of the screen (or click on
the Menu button on the top left corner of the app to do the same).
D-Link Wi-Fi

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Step 5
Slide the product options to Router and select DAP-1620 from the list of
available devices. Click Next to continue.
Step 6
You will now be guided through a step-by-step process for setting up your
device. Simply follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation and
DAP-1620 conguration process.
Step 4
Click Yes if you have the setup QR code with you to scan the QR code and
proceed to step 6. If not, click No and proceed to step 5.

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Wireless Setup Wizard
To access the setup utility for the DAP-1620 AC1300 Wi-Fi Range Extender on
your PC, rst connect to the DAP-1620 wirelessly using the Wi-Fi name (SSID) and
password located on the back of your DAP-1620. Then open a web browser and
enter http://dlinkap.local./ in your browser’s URL eld. You may also enter the IP
address* of the DAP-1620.
* The default IP address is 192.168.0.50. Once your DAP-1620 connects to the host network,
it will be assigned a new IP address based on your network’s DHCP settings. You will need
to log in to your router to see what IP address is assigned to your DAP-1620. For multiple
DAP-1620s, go to http://dlinkapxxxx.local. as shown on the included Quick Installation
Card, with “xxxx”being the last four digits of the DAP-1620’s MAC address.
If this is your rst time logging in to the extender and no connection has been
established, the setup wizard will automatically appear. If the setup process was
not previously completed, then log in to the interface by leaving the password
eld blank.
The setup wizard is designed to guide you through a step-by-step process to congure your new DAP-1620
AC1300 Wi-Fi Range Extender to extend your wireless network and connect to the Internet via a wireless setup process.To set your
DAP-1620 using an ethernet cable, please refer to“Wired Setup Wizard”on page 23.

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This wizard will guide you through conguring your new DAP-1620 by wireless
means.
Click Next to begin.
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