D-Link DWL-2200AP - AirPremier - Wireless Access... User manual

Manual
Building Networks for People
D-Link AirPremier
DWL-2200AP
TM
802.11g Wireless
108Mbps Access Point with PoE

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Contents
PackageContents ................................................................................3
Introduction............................................................................................4
LEDsandConnections .........................................................................5
Features ...............................................................................................6
Wireless Basics....................................................................................7
InstallationConsiderations ....................................................................9
GettingStarted....................................................................................10
UsingtheConfigurationMenu..............................................................13
UsingtheAPManager ........................................................................31
Troubleshooting...................................................................................45
TechnicalSpecifications ......................................................................52
ContactingTechnicalSupport ..............................................................55
Warranty................................................................................................56

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Contents of Package:
D-Link AirPremier DWL-2200AP
802.11g Wireless 108Mbps*Access Point with PoE
PoweroverEthernet base unit
PowerAdapter-DC48V, 0.4A
Powercord
Manualand Warranty onCD
QuickInstallation Guide
EthernetCable
TM
Internet Explorer Version 6.0 orNetscapeNavigator Version
6.0andAbove
Computers with Windows, Macintosh, or Linux-based
operating systems with an installed Ethernet adapter
Package Contents
Note:Usinga power supply with adifferentvoltageratingthantheoneincluded with the
DWL-2200APwillcausedamageandvoidthewarranty for this product.
If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller.
System Requirements for Configuration:
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*Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11g specifications.Actual data throughput
will vary. Network conditions and environmental factors lower actual data throughput rate.

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Introduction
Atup to fifteentimes the speedofprevious wireless devices(maximumwireless signal
rate of up to 108Mbps* in Super G mode), you can work faster and more efficiently,
increasing productivity. With the DWL-2200AP, bandwidth-intensiveapplications like
graphics or multimedia will benefit significantly because large files are able to move
across the network quickly.
The DWL-2200AP is capable of operating in one of 4 different modes to meet your
wireless networking needs. The DWL-2200AP can operate as an access point, or in
access point-to-access point bridging mode, or in access point-to-multipoint bridging
mode,or as arepeater.
Use less wiring, enjoy increased flexibility, save time and money with PoE (Power over
Ethernet). With PoE, the DWL-2200AP shares power and data over the CAT5e cable,
makingthe setup ofyournetwork less expensive andmoreconvenient.
Anidealsolutionforquicklycreating andextendingawireless localareanetwork(WLAN)
inofficesorotherworkplaces,tradeshowsandspecialevents,theDWL-2200APprovides
datatransfersatupto108MbpsinSuperGmodewhenusedwithotherD-LinkAirPremier
products.(The 802.11g standardisbackwards compatiblewith 802.11b devices.)
The DWL-2200AP has the newest, strongest and most advanced security features
availabletoday.Whenusedwithother802.11WPA(Wi-FiProtectedAccess)compatible
products in a network with a RADIUS server, the security features include:
WPA: Wi-Fi Protected Access which authorizes and identifies users based on a
secret key that changes automatically at regular intervals. WPAuses TKIP
(TemporalKeyIntegrityProtocol)tochangethetemporalkeyevery10,000packets
(apacket is a kindof messagetransmitted overa network.)This ensuresmuch
greater security than the standard WEP security. (By contrast, the previous
WEP encyption implementations required the kys to be changed manually.)
For home users that will not incorporate a RADIUS server in their network, the security
forthe DWL-2200AP,used in conjunction withother WPA-compatible802.11 products,
will still be much stronger than ever before. Utilizing the Pre-Shared Key mode of
WPA, the DWL-2200AP will obtain a new security key every time it connects to the
802.11 network. You only need to input your encryption information once in the
configurationmenu.No longer will youhavetomanuallyinputanew WEP key frequently
to ensure security. With the DWL-2200AP, you will automatically receive a new key
every time you connect, vastly increasing the safety of your communication.
*Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11g specifications.Actual data throughput
will vary. Network conditions and environmental factors lower actual data throughput rate.

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Connections
Pressing the Reset Button
restores the DWL-2200AP to
its original factory default
settings.
TheLAN PortisAuto-MDI/MDIX.Youcan
insert either a straight-through or a
crossover Ethernet cable in this port in
ordertoconnectthe DWL-2200AP to the
local network.
LEDs
LED stands for light-emitting diode.
The DWL-2200AP has 3 LEDs.
Receptor for the
Power Adapter
LAN: Blinking green light indicates
activity on the Ethernet Port; solid
green light indicates connection.
Power: Solid green light
indicates connection.
WLAN: Blinking green light
indicates wireless activity.

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Features
4 Different Operation modes - Capable of operating in one of four different
operationmodestomeetyourwirelessnetworking requirements:AccessPoint;
AP-to-APBridging;AP-to-Multipoint Bridging; or Repeater.
Easy Installation with PoE (Power over Ethernet).
Faster wireless networking withthe802.11gstandardtoprovidea maximum
wireless signal rate of up to 54Mbps* (maximum wireless signal rate of up to
108Mbps*inSuperG mode).
Compatible with the 802.11b standard to provide a wireless data rate of up
to 11Mbps - that means you can migrate your system to the 802.11g standard
onyourown schedule without sacrificing connectivity.
Better security with WPA - The DWL-2200APcan securely connect to
wirelessclientson the network using WPA(Wi-Fi ProtectedAccess) providing a
muchhigher level of securityfor your dataand communicationsthan has
previouslybeenavailable.
AP Manager Setup Wizard - The new Setup Wizard makes network
configurationquickandsimple.
SNMP for Management - The DWL-2200AP is not just fast but it also
supports SNMPv.3forabetter network management.Superior wirelessAP
managersoftwareis bundled with the DWL-2200APfor network configuration
andfirmwareupgrade.SystemsadministratorscanalsosetuptheDWL-2200AP
easilywiththe Web-basedconfiguration.AD-Link D-View module will be
downloadable for network administration and real-time network traffic
monitoring with D-Link D-View software.
UtilizesOFDM technology (Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing).
Operatesin the 2.4GHz frequencyrange.
Web-based interface for managing and configuring.
*Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11g specifications.Actual data throughput
will vary. Network conditions and environmental factors lower actual data throughput rate.

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Wireless Basics
Wireless users can use the same applications they use on a wired network. Wireless
adapter cards used on laptop and desktop systems support the same protocols as
Ethernetadaptercards.
D-Link wireless products are based on industry standards to provide easy-to-use and
compatiblehigh-speed wirelessconnectivitywithinyour home,businessorpublic access
wirelessnetworks. D-Link wirelessproducts willallow youaccessto the datayou want,
whenandwhereyouwantit.Youwillbeabletoenjoythefreedomthatwirelessnetworking
brings.
AWirelessLocalAreaNetwork(WLAN)isacomputernetworkthattransmitsandreceives
datawithradiosignals instead of wires. WLANsare used increasingly inboth home and
office environments, and public areas such as airports, coffee shops and universities.
InnovativewaystoutilizeWLANtechnologyarehelpingpeopletoworkandcommunicate
more efficiently. Increased mobility and the absence of cabling and other fixed
infrastructurehaveproven to be beneficial formany users.
People use WLAN technology for many different purposes:
Mobility - Productivity increases when people have access to data in any location
within the operating range of the WLAN. Management decisions based on real-time
informationcansignificantly improve worker efficiency.
Low Implementation Costs - WLANs are easy to set up, manage, change and
relocate. Networks that frequently change can benefit from WLANs ease of
implementation. WLANs can operate in locations where installation of wiring may be
impractical.
Installation and Network Expansion -Installing a WLANsystem canbe fast and
easy and can eliminate the need to pull cable through walls and ceilings. Wireless
technologyallows the networkto gowhere wirescannot go- evenoutsidethe home or
office.
Inexpensive Solution - Wireless network devices are as competitively priced as
conventional Ethernet network devices. The DWL-2200AP saves money by providing
multi-functionality,configurable in one offour different modes.
Scalability - WLANs can be configured in a variety of ways to meet the needs of
specific applications and installations. Configurations are easily changed and range
fromPeer-to-Peernetworkssuitableforasmallnumber of users to larger Infrastructure
networksto accommodate hundredsor thousandsofusers, depending onthe number
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Wireless Basics (continued)
Standards-Based Technology
TheDWL-2200APWirelessAccessPointutilizes the802.11bandthe802.11gstandards.
The IEEE 802.11g standard is an extension of the 802.11b standard. It increases the
maximum wireless signal rate of up to 54Mbps* (maximum wireless signal rate of up to
108Mbps* in Super G mode) within the 2.4GHz band, utilizing OFDM technology.
Thismeansthat in most environments,within thespecified range ofthis device, youwill
be able to transfer large files quickly or even watch a movie in MPEG format over your
network without noticeable delays. This technology works by transmitting high-speed
digitaldataoveraradiowaveutilizingOFDM(Orthogonal FrequencyDivisionMultiplexing)
technology. OFDM works by splitting the radio signal into multiple smaller sub-signals
thatare then transmittedsimultaneously at different frequencies tothe receiver. OFDM
reduces the amount of crosstalk (interference) in signal transmissions. The D-Link
DWL-2200AP will automatically sense the best possible connection speed to ensure
the greatest speed and range possible.
802.11g offers WPA, the mostadvanced networksecurityfeatures available today.
*Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11g specifications.Actual data throughput
will vary. Network conditions and environmental factors lower actual data throughput rate.

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Wireless Basics (continued)
Installation Considerations
The D-Link AirPremier DWL-2200AP lets you access your network, using a wireless
connection, from virtually anywhere within its operating range. Keep in mind, however,
that the number, thickness and location of walls, ceilings, or other objects that the
wirelesssignalsmust passthrough,may limit the range.Typicalrangesvarydepending
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:
Keepyour product away (atleast 3-6feetor 1-2 meters) fromelectrical devices
orappliances that generateRFnoise.
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Keep the number of walls and ceilings between the DWL-2200AP and other
networkdevices toaminimum - eachwallorceilingcanreduceyourDWL-2200AP’s
rangefrom3-90feet(1-30meters.)Positionyourdevicessothatthenumberofwallsor
ceilings is minimized.
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Beaware of the directline betweennetwork devices.Awall that is1.5 feetthick
(.5meters), at a 45-degree angleappears tobe almost3 feet (1meter) thick.At
a2-degreeangleitlooksover 42 feet (14 meters) thick! Positiondevices so that
thesignal will travelstraight througha wallorceiling (instead ofat anangle) for
betterreception.
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Buildingmaterialscanimpedethewirelesssignal-asolidmetaldoororaluminum
studsmayhavea negative effect on range.Try to position wirelessdevices and
computers with wireless adapters so that the signal passes through drywall or
opendoorways and not othermaterials.
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Getting Started
On the following pages we will show you an example of an Infrastructure Network
incorporatingtheDWL-2200AP.
An Infrastructure network contains an access point or a wireless router. The
Infrastructure Network example shown on the following page contains the following
D-Linknetwork devices (yourexisting networkmaybe comprised ofotherdevices):
A laptop computer with a wireless adapter -
D-Link AirPlus Xtreme G™DWL-G650
A desktop computer with a wireless adapter -
D-Link AirPlus Xtreme G™DWL-G520
Acable modem - D-Link DCM-201
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AnEthernet router -D-Link DI-604
A wireless access point -
D-Link AirPremier™DWL-2200AP
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You will need broadbandInternet access (a Cableor DSL-subscriber line into
yourhomeoroffice).
ConsultwithyourCableorDSLprovider for proper installation of the modem.
Connect the Cable or DSLmodem to the DI-604 Router. (See the printed Quick
InstallationGuideincludedwithyour router.)
If you are connecting a desktop computer to your network, install the D-Link
DWL-G520wirelessPCIadapter into an available PCIslot on your desktop
computer.
(Seethe printed Quick Installation Guideincluded withthe networkadapter.)
InstallthedriversfortheD-LinkDWL-G650wireless Cardbus adapter into a
laptopcomputer.
(Seetheprinted Quick Installation Guideincluded withthe DWL-G650.)
Getting Started (continued)
For a typical wireless setup at home (as shown above), you may do the
following:
Setting up
an example
of a Wireless
Infrastructure
Network
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Connect the DWL-2200AP to the PoE base unit. (See the printed Quick
Installation Guide included with the DWL-2200AP.)
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Access Point Mode
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Connectthe Ethernet BroadbandRouterto the PoEbaseunit. (See theprinted
QuickInstallationGuide includedwith theDWL-2200AP.)
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Getting Started (continued)
Connecting PoE (Power over Ethernet)
Connect one end of an Ethernet cable (included with your package) to the
LAN port on the DWL-2200AP and the other end of the Ethernet cable to
the port labeled P+DATA OUT on the PoE base unit.
ConnectanotherEthernetcablefromthe DATAIN portonthePoEbaseunit
to your router/switch or to a PC.
Attach the power adapter to the connector labeled POWER IN on the PoE
baseunit.Attachthe power cordto thepower adapter andintoan electrical
outlet.
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Note: if you have changed the default IP address assigned to the DWL-2200AP, make sure
to enter the correct IP address.
Using the Configuration Menu
Afteryouhave completed the SetupWizard(pleaseseetheQuickInstallationGuidethat
came with the product) you can access the Configuration menu at any time by opening
the Web browser and typing in the IP address of the DWL-2200AP. The DWL-2200AP
defaultIPaddress is shown below:
Open the Web browser
Type in the IP address of the
DWL-2200AP
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Home > Wizard
The Home>Wizard
screenwillappear.
Please refer to the Quick
InstallationGuideformore
informationregardingthe
Setup Wizard.
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Type admin in the User Name field
LeavethePassword blank.
(However,if you havechanged
thepassword, please enterthe
correctpassword.)
ClickOK
admin
DWL-2200AP
Itis recommendedthatyouuseanEthernetconnection toconfiguretheDWL-2200AP.
http://192.168.0.50

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Using the Configuration Menu (continued)
Home > Wireless
Channel- 6 isthe defaultchannel.All devices onthenetworkmust share thesame
channel.
Wireless
Band- 802.11g.
SSID- ServiceSetIdentifier(SSID)isthename designatedforaspecificwireless
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.
SSID
Broadcast- Enableor DisableSSIDBroadcast.Enabling thisfeaturebroadcaststhe
SSID across the network.
Radio
Frequency- Theradiofrequencywill remain at 2.437GHz .
Apply- Click Apply to save the changes.

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Using the Configuration Menu (continued)
Home > LAN
LANisshortforLocalArea Network.This is considered your internal network.Theseare
theIPsettingsoftheLAN interface for the DWL-2200AP.Thesesettingsmaybereferred
to as private settings. You may change the LAN IP address if needed. The LAN IP
addressis private to yourinternal networkand cannotbe seen onthe Internet.
Click Apply to save the changes.
Get IP From- SelectStatic (Manual) or Dynamic (DHCP) asthemethod you
will use to assign an IP address to the DWL-2200AP.
Apply-
Default Gateway- Thisfield is optional.Enterinthe lP addressoftherouteron your
network.
Subnet Mask- Thesubnet mask of theLAN interface.
The default subnet mask is 255.255.255.0
IPAddress- The IP address of theLAN interface.
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Using the Configuration Menu (continued)
Advanced > Mode
TheDWL-2200APcanbe
configured to perform in
any of four modes: a
Wireless Access Point;
a Wireless Bridge; a
Multi-Point Bridge; or a
Repeater.
Access Point - This is
the default setting. This
mode is used to create a
wirelessLAN.
PtP Bridge - Allows
youtoconnecttwoLANs
together. The wireless
bridgewill only work with
another DWL-2200AP.
Clicktoenableand enter
the MAC address of the
remotebridge.
PtMPBridge - Allows you to connect multiple wireless LANs together. Other wireless
LANs must be using DWL-2200APs. Click to enable, and enter up to 8 remoteAP MAC
addresses.
AP Repeater - Allows you to repeat the wireless signal of the rootAP. Click to enable
and enter the MAC address of the rootAP.
Apply- Click Apply if you have made any changes.
FindtheMAC address oftheDWL-2200APthat isactingasa Remote Access
Point oraRemote Bridge, by going to Status > Device Info inthe configuration
utilityof the remote DWL-2200AP. There you will find the MAC address.
MACAddress -MediaAccessControlAddress
Aunique hardware addressthatidentifiesadevice onanetwork.Itis assignedat
thefactoryand cannot be changed. Usuallyyouwillfindthisaddressonasticker
onthedevice or on thepackaging.
Click Site Survey to see the configuration of the devices on the network.
SSID - The SSID setting is default.
When you Double-click the device you wish to connect to, the MAC/SSID info will
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Using the Configuration Menu (continued)
Advanced > Performance
Transmit
Power- Choosefull,half(-3dB),quarter(-6dB),eighth(-9dB),minimumpower.
Frequency-
Thefrequencyremainsat 2.437GHz.
Channel-
Selectfromchannels 1-11.
Fragment
Length- Thefragmentationthreshold,whichisspecifiedinbytes,determines
whether packets will be fragmented. Packets exceeding the 2346
byte setting will be fragmented before transmission. 2346 is the
defaultsetting.
DTIM- (DeliveryTrafficIndicationMessage)-3is the default setting. DTIM
is a countdown informing clients of the next window for listening to
broadcast and multicast messages.
Wireless Band-
Select 802.11g only or 802.11g and
802.11b.
Data Rate*-
Themaximumwirelesssignalratesare
Auto, 1Mbps, 2Mbps, 5.5Mbps,
6Mbps, 9Mbps, 11Mbps, 12Mbps,
18Mbps, 24Mbps, 36Mbps, 48Mbps,
54Mbps.
Beacon Interval- Beacons are packets sent by an access point to synchronize a
network.Specifya beacon interval value.
Thedefault (100) isrecommended.
RTS Length- This value should remain at its default setting of 2,346.
Ifyou encounter inconsistent data flow, only minor modificationsto
thevaluerangebetween256and2,346arerecommended.
Super G Mode- SuperGisagroupofperformanceenhancementfeaturesthat
increase end user application throughput in an 802.11g network.
SuperGisbackwardscompatibletostandard802.11gdevices.For
topperformance,allwirelss devicesonthenetworkshouldbeSuper
Gcapable.SelecteitherDisabled,Super G without Turbo, Super G
with DynamicTurbo, or Super G with Static Turbo.
Disabled- Standard802.11g support, no enhanced capabilities.
Super G
without Turbo- Capable of Packet Bursting, FastFrames, Compression, and no
Turbomode.
*Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11g and IEEE Standard 802.11b
specifications. Actual data throughput will vary. Network conditions and environmental factors lower
actual data throughput rate.

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Using the Configuration Menu (continued)
Click Apply to save the changes
Access Control- Select Disabled to disable the filters function.
SelectAccept toacceptonlythosedeviceswithMACaddresses
in the Access Control List.
Select Reject to reject the devices with MAC addresses in the
Access Control List.
Thefollowingfieldsareavailableforconfiguration inthiswindow:
MACAddress- Enter the MAC addresses of the devices to which you wish to
applyAccess Control.
Apply-
Super G with
Dynamic Turbo- Capable of Packet Bursting, FastFrames, Compression, and
DynamicTurbo. This settingis backwards compatible with
non-Turbo(legacy)devices.Dynamic Turbo mode is only
enabledwhenalldevices onthewirelessnetworkareconfigured
withSuperGwithDynamicTurboenabled.
Super G with
Static Turbo- Capable of Packet Bursting, FastFrames, Compression, and
Static Turbo. This setting is not backwards compatible with
non-Turbo (legacy)devices.Static turbomodeisalwaysonand
isonly enabled when allthedevicesonthe wireless network are
configuredwithSuperG with StaticTurboenabled.
802.11g only- Forincreasedspeedinyournetwork,enablethisoption.802.11b
deviceswillbeexcluded.
Radio Wave- Select ON or OFF.
Advanced > Performance (continued)
Auto Channel
Scan- Select Enable or Disable. (Enable this feature to auto-select the
channelforbest wireless performance.)
Advanced > Filters > WirelessAccess Settings
IEEE802.11g
Wireless Band-
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IEEE 802.11g
Using the Configuration Menu (continued)
Advanced > Filters > WLAN Partition
Wireless Band-
Enabling this feature allows wireless clients to
communicatewith each other. If thisfeature is disabled,
wirelessstations of the selectedbandare not allowed to
exchange data through the access point.
Enabling this feature allows Ethernet devices to
communicate with wireless clients. If this feature is
disabled,alldatafromtheEthernetto associatedwireless
devices is blocked, but wireless devices can still send
data to the Ethernet.
Internal Station
Connection-
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Using the Configuration Menu (continued)
Input up to four keys for encryption. You will select one of
these keys in the valid key field.
802.11g.
Select Disabled or Enabled.
Select HEX or ASCII.
Select64-, 128-, 152-bits.
Select the 1st through the 4th key to be the active key.
Click Apply to save changes.
Advanced > Encryption > Open System and/or Shared Key
Wireless Band-
Select Open System to
communicate the key
across the network.
Select Shared Key to limit
communication to only
thosedevicesthatsharethe
same WEP settings.
Select Open System/
Shared Key to
communicate the key and
requireidenticalWEP
settings to communicate.
Authentication-
Encryption-
Key Type-
Key Size-
Valid Key-
Apply-
First through
Fourth keys-
When you select Open
System, Shared Key or
Open System/Shared
Key,enter values for the
fields that are shown here
highlightedinblue.
Hexadecimal digits consist of the numbers 0-9 and the letters A-F
ASCII (American Standard Code for Information Interchange) is a code for representing
English letters as numbers from 0-127