D-Link AirPremier DWL-7700AP User manual

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DWL-7700AP User’s Manual
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
Table of Contents ............................................................................. 2
Package Contents ............................................................................ 3
Introduction ..................................................................................... 4
Features and Benefits ....................................................................... 5
Four Operational Modes ................................................................... 6
Using the Configuration Menu ......................................................... 7
Using the AP Manager ................................................................... 44
Networking Basics ......................................................................... 76
Troubleshooting ............................................................................. 92
Technical Specifications ................................................................. 98
Contacting Technical Support ...................................................... 101
Warranty .................................................................................... 102
Registration ................................................................................. 106

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Package Contents
Minimum System Requirements
Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage than the one included with the
DWL-7700AP will cause damage and void the warranty for this product.
If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller.
 Computers with Windows, Macintosh, or Linux-based operating systems with
an installed Ethernet Adapter
 Internet Explorer version 6.0 or Netscape Navigator version 7.0 and above
Package Contents
 D-Link AirPremierTM DWL-7700AP
11a/11g Dualband High Speed Outdoor Wireless AP/Bridge
 Eight screws & one rubber ring
 Two rubber dipole antennas
 Manual on CD
 Quick Installation Guide
 2 Mounting Kits
 PoE base unit
 Power adapter
 Power cord
 RF jumper cable
 Grounding wire
 Surge arrestor
 30m Ethernet cable

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Introduction
Introduction
The DWL-7700AP covers a large operating distance, providing an 802.11a/g outdoor
WLAN which enables users to access the Internet or an organization’s network.
The D-Link AirPremierTM DWL-7700AP features a die-cast watertight housing and a built-
in lightning protector to protect the access point from harsh environmental conditions,
including extreme variance in temperature. It also includes Power over Ethernet (POE)
and a unique outdoor remote-mounted design for easy installation. With two mounting
kits, you have the option of either pole or wall mounting.
The DWL-7700AP is suitable for manufacturing plants, industrial sites, military bases,
universities, hotels, airports and golf courses.
Configurable in four different modes (access point, bridge, multi-point bridge, and
wireless client), the DWL-7700AP offers 152-bit encryption, WPA and 802.1X
authentication when used with a RADIUS server, MAC address access control, and
additional security features.
The DWL-7700AP is easy to manage with its Web-based user interface and Telnet
configuration. For Enterprise networks, the DWL-7700AP supports SNMP v.3 network
administration and real-time network traffic monitoring via D-Link’s D-View Network
Management software.
At up to five times the speed of previous wireless devices, you can work faster and
more efficiently, increasing productivity. With the DWL-7700AP, bandwidth-intensive
applications like graphics or multimedia will benefit significantly because large files are
able to move across the network quickly.

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Features and Benefits
 Ideal for Internet Hotspots - Provides outdoor users with wireless Internet
access.
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Features and Benefits
Robust Outdoor Housing - Designed for harsh outdoor environments, with
die-cast, watertight housing, built-in heater and temperature sensor.
4 Different Operation modes with WDS (Wireless Distribution System) - Capable
of operating in one of four different operation modes to meet your wireless networking
requirements: access point (AP), Point-to-Point (PtP) bridge,
Point-to-multipoint (PtMP) bridge, or wireless client.
Embedded DHCP Server automatically assigns IP addresses to wireless clients.
Connect networks in different buildings when used in conjunction with
D-Link’s high-gain outdoor antennas.
Easy Installation with 802.3af PoE.
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“Maximum wireless signal rate based on IEEE Standard 802.11a and 802.11g specifications. Actual data throughput will vary.
Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of network traffic, building materals and construction, and net-
work overhead lower actual data throughput rate.”
Better security with ACL,WPA, AES and 802.1X- The DWL-7700AP can securely
connect to wireless clients on the network using WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access)
providing a much higher level of security for your data and communications than
has previously been available. In conjunction with a RADIUS server, 802.1X
authentication verifies the identity of would-be clients.
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Compatible with IEEE802.11a and IEEE802.11g standards to provide a wireless
data rate of up to 54Mbps.*
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Backward compatible with the 802.11b standard to provide a wireless data rate
of up to 11Mbps with 802.11b devices - that means you can migrate your system
to the 802.11g standard on your own schedule without sacrificing connectivity.
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Supports up to 152-bit WEP encryption and AES (Advanced Encryption
Standard).
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Convenient Network Management with the AP Manager - Manage devices on
the network with D-Link’s AP Manager.
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Communicate between IEEE802.11a and IEEE802.11g bands - Optional
configuration allows communication between bands.
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Two mounting kits - Gives you the flexibility of either wall or pole outdoor
mounting.
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Four Operational Modes
AP Mode
Bridge Mode

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Using the Configuration Menu
Using the Configuration Menu
To configure the DWL-7700AP, use a computer which is connected to the DWL-7700AP
with an Ethernet cable (see the Network Layout diagram).
First, disable the Access the Internet using a proxy server function. To disable this
function, go to Control Panel > Internet Options > Connections > LAN Settings
and uncheck the enable box.
Start your web browser program (Internet Explorer, Netscape Navigator).
Type the IP address and http port of the DWL-7700AP in the address field
(http://192.168.0.50) and press Enter. Make sure that the IP addresses of the
DWL-7700AP and your computer are in the same subnet.
After the connection is established, you will see the user identification window as
shown.
Note: If you have changed the default IP address assigned to the DWL-7700AP, make sure to enter
the correct IP address.
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Type admin in the User Name field
Leave the Password field blank
Click OK
Note: If you have changed the password, make sure to enter the correct password.

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Using the Configuration Menu
The Home>Wizard screen will appear. Please refer to the Quick Installation Guide for
more information regarding the Setup Wizard.
These buttons appear on most of the configuration screens in this section. Please
click on the appropriate button at the bottom of each screen after you have made a
configuration change.
Home > Wizard

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Using the Configuration Menu
Home > Wireless > 802.11a
Service Set Identifier (SSID) is the name designated for a specific
wireless local area network (WLAN). The SSID’s factory default
setting is default. The SSID can be easily changed to connect to an
existing wireless network or to establish a new wireless network.
Enable or Disable SSID broadcast. Enabling this feature broadcasts
the SSID across the network.
52 is the default channel. All devices on the network must share the
same channel. (Note: The wireless adapters will automatically scan
and match the wireless setting.)
The radio frequency will vary depending on the wireless channel
that is chosen. The frequency in channel 52 is 5.26GHz.
SSID:
SSID Broadcast:
Channel:
Radio Frequency:
Wireless Band: 802.11a is selected here.
Choose the wireless band from the pulldown menu.
52
5.26GHz

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Using the Configuration Menu
Home > Wireless > 802.11g
Service Set Identifier (SSID) is the name designated for a specific
wireless local area network (WLAN). The SSID’s factory default
setting is default. The SSID can be easily changed to connect to an
existing wireless network or to establish a new wireless network.
Enable or Disable SSID broadcast. Enabling this feature broadcasts
the SSID across the network.
6 is the default channel. All devices on the network must share the
same channel. (Note: The wireless adapters will automatically scan
and match the wireless setting.)
The radio frequency will vary depending on the wireless channel
that is chosen. The frequency in channel 6 is 2.412GHz.
SSID:
SSID Broadcast:
Channel:
Radio Frequency:
Wireless Band: 802.11g is selected here.
Choose the wireless band from the pulldown menu.
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