D-Link DWL-700AP - Air - Wireless Bridge User manual

Manual
D-Link Air
DWL-700AP
2.4GHz
Building Networks for People
TM
Wireless Access Point

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Contents
PackageContents ................................................................................3
Introduction............................................................................................4
Wireless Basics....................................................................................6
GettingStarted......................................................................................8
UsingtheConfigurationUtility................................................................9
NetworkingBasics ..............................................................................21
Troubleshooting...................................................................................34
TechnicalSpecifications ......................................................................39
ContactingTechnicalSupport ..............................................................41
WarrantyandRegistration ...................................................................42

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Computer with Windows, Macintosh, or Linux-based
operating system with an installed Ethernet adapter
Contents of Package:
D-Link Air DWL-700AP
2.4GHz Wireless Access Point
Power Supply - 5V DC, 2.0A
ManualonCD
QuickInstallationGuide
Ethernet Cable
Package Contents
If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller.
System Requirements:
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Note:Usingapower supplywith adifferent voltagerating thanthe oneincluded
withthe DWL-700AP will causedamage and void the warranty for this product.
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Introduction
The versatile D-Link Air DWL-700APWirelessAccess Point is an 802.11b high-perfor-
mance wireless device that can be used in one of three modes: as an access point, a
repeater, or a wireless client. It is an ideal way to extend the reach and number of
computers connected to your wireless network.
TheDWL-700APiscompatiblewith existing802.11b devicessuch astheD-Link Air and
AirPlus family of products including the DWL-650 and DWL-650+ Wireless Cardbus
Adapters, the DI-614+ Wireless Router, and the DWL-120 Wireless USBAdapter.
The IEEE 802.11b Ethernet standard allows you to connect computers and 802.11b
compatible devices at speeds up to 11Mbps, dependent upon the distance between
wirelessadapters, the configuration of your working environment, or the capabilities or
limitations of your computer systems.
After completing the steps outlined in the Quick Installation Guide (included in your
package)you will havethe ability to share information and resources, such as files and
printers,and enjoy thefreedom that wirelessnetworking brings.
TheDWL-700APiscompatiblewithmostpopularoperatingsystems,includingMacintosh,
LinuxandWindows,andcanbeintegratedintoalargernetwork.Thismanualisdesigned
to help you connect theAccess Point and the D-Link WirelessAdapters into a network
inInfrastructure mode.Please takea look at the Getting Started sectionin thismanual
tosee an example of an Infrastructure network using the DWL-700AP.

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!3 Operational Modes – Use the DWL-700AP as an access point,
a repeater, or a wireless client.
!Fully 802.11b Compatible – Fully compatible with the IEEE 802.11b standard
andinteroperable with all existing 802.11bcompliant devices.
!Provides a level of security with up to 128-bit WEP Encryption –
Supports 64-,128-bit WEP encryption for a level of security for your data and
wirelesscommunication.
!Built-in DHCP Server – If enabled, it will automatically assign IP addresses to
wireless clients on the local network.
!Web-based interface for managing and configuring –
Easy-to-useinterface independent of the operating system.
Features and Benefits
LEDs
WLAN: blinkinggreen light
indicates wireless activity;
solid green light indicates
connection
LAN: blinkinggreen light
indicates activity; solid green
light indicates connection
Power: solid green light
indicates connection to a
powersource
LED standsfor Light-EmittingDiode. The DWL-700AP Wireless Access Point has 3
LEDsas shown below:

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Wireless Basics
D-Link wireless products are based on industry standards to provide easy-to-use and
compatiblehigh-speedwirelessconnectivitywithinyourhome,businessorpublicaccess
wirelessnetworks. D-Link wireless products willallow you accessto the data you want,
whenandwhereyouwantit.Youwillbeabletoenjoythefreedomthatwirelessnetworking
brings.
A Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) is a cellular computer network that transmits
and receives data with radio signals instead of wires. WLANs are used increasingly in
bothhomeand office environments,andpublic areas suchasairports, coffeeshopsand
universities.Innovativeways toutilizeWLAN technologyarehelping peopletowork and
communicatemore efficiently. Increased mobility and the absence of cabling and other
fixedinfrastructure haveproven to be beneficial formany users.
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
Ethernetadapter cards.
Peopleuse 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
informationcan significantlyimprove workerefficiency.
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 WLAN system can be fast
andeasy and caneliminate the needto pull cable through walls and ceilings. Wireless
technologyallows the network to gowhere wirescannot go - even outsidethe home or
office.
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-Peer networks suitablefor asmallnumber ofusers to largerinfrastructure
networksto accommodate hundreds or thousands of users, dependingon the number
ofwireless devicesdeployed.
Inexpensive Solution - Wireless network devices are as competitively priced as
conventionalEthernetnetworkdevices.

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Installation Considerations
The number, thickness and location of walls, ceilings, or other objects that the wireless
signals must pass through, may limit the range. Typical ranges vary depending on the
typesofmaterials andbackground RF (radiofrequency) noise inyour home orbusiness.
The key to maximizing wireless range is to follow these basic guidelines:
Wireless Basics (continued)
BuildingMaterialscanimpedethewirelesssignal-asolidmetaldoororaluminum
studsmayhavea negative effectonrange.Try to positionwirelessdevicesand
computerswith wirelessadapters sothat the signal passes through drywall or
opendoorways andnot other materials.
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Beaware ofthe direct line between networkdevices.Awall that is1.5 feetthick
(.5meters), at a 45-degree angleappears tobe almost3 feet (1meter) thick.At
a2-degreeangle it looksover 42 feet(14meters) thick!Positiondevices so that
thesignal willtravel straightthrough awall or ceiling (instead of at anangle) for
betterreception.
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Keepthe number of walls and ceilings between the DWL-700AP and
other network devices to a minimum - each wall or ceiling can reduce
your D-Link Air Wireless product’s range from 3-90 feet (1-30 meters.)
Position your devices so that the number of walls or ceilings is minimized.
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Keep your product away (at least 3-6 feet or 1-2 meters) from electrical
devicesor appliances thatgenerate RF noise.
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Please remember that D-Link Air wireless devices are pre-configured to connect
together, right out of the box, with their default settings.
Youwillneedbroadband Internetaccess (aCable or DSL-subscriberline into
yourhomeor office).
Consultwithyour Cableor DSL providerfor proper installationof themodem.
Connectthe Cableor DSL modemto yourbroadband router(see theQuick
Installation Guide included with your router.)
If you are connecting a desktop computer in your network, you can install the
D-Link Air DWL-520 Wireless PCIAdapter into an available PCI slot on your
desktopcomputer.
(See the Quick Installation Guide included with the DWL-520.)
Install the D-Link Air DWL-650 Wireless CardbusAdapter into a laptop com-
puter.
(See the Quick Installation Guide included with the DWL-650.)
Setting up a Wireless
Infrastructure Network
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Getting Started
Connect the router to the D-Link Air DWL-700AP.
(See the Quick Installation Guide included with the DWL-520.)
For a typical wireless setup at home (as shown above), please do the following:
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Whenever you want to configure your network or the DWL-700AP, you can access the
Configuration Utility by opening the web-browser and typing in the IP address of the
DWL-700AP.TheDWL-700AP’sdefault IPaddressis shownbelow:
Opentheweb browser
Type in the IP address
of the access point
(TheIP address shownin the exampleabove is thedefault setting. Usethis IP address
when connecting to a network consisting of other D-Link devices set to their default
settings. If you have changed the IP address of the DWL-700AP to conform to a net-
workother than one with D-Link devices, then inputthat IPaddressin theweb browser,
instead of the default IP address shown.)
Type admin in the
User name field
LeavethePassword
blank
ClickOK
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admin
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Using the Configuration Utility
If you wish to change the default settings or optimize the performance of the
DWL-700AP, D-Linkhas includeda configurationutility forthis purpose.

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Home > Wizard
Clicking Apply will save changes made to the page.
Apply
Clicking Cancel will clear changes made to the page.
ClickingHelp will bringuphelpful informationregarding the page.
Help
ClickingRestart willrestartthe router..(Necessary for some changes.)
Restart
Cancel
After logging in, the screen below will appear. Click on the tabs in the screen to access
different segments of the Configuration Utility. If you choose to use the web-based con-
figurationmenu,pleaseconfiguretheDWL-700APfrom a computer withanethernetcon-
nectionto theDWL-700AP.
Using the Configuration Utility (continued)