D-Link DWL-8620AP User manual

Documentation is also available
on the D-Link website
This document will guide you through the
basic installation process for your new D-Link
Unied Wireless Access Point.
DWL-8620AP
Quick Installation Guide
Unied AC Concurrent Dual-Band PoE Access Point
LAN2
LAN1
Quick Installation Guide

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About This Guide
This installation guide provides basic
instructions for installing the DWL-8620AP
on your network. For additional information
about how to use the access point, please
see the User Manual, which is available on
the CD included in this package or from the
D-Link support website.
Package Contents
System Requirements
This DWL-8620AP should include the
following items:
- DWL-8620AP
- Power adapter (optional)*
- Mounting ring
- Console cable (optional)**
- CD-ROM
- Ceiling bracket (3 sets: 9/16", 14/16", and
1 1/2")
If any item is missing or damaged, please
contact your local D-Link reseller.
*The power adapter is optional and is not
included for some regions. To power the
unit, use a D-Link PoE switch or the D-Link
DPE-301GE PoE Injector.
**If this item is not included, it can be
purchased separately. Please contact your
local D-Link reseller.
- CD-ROM drive
- Windows®, Macintosh®, or Linux-based
operating system
- An available Ethernet port
- Internet Explorer 11, Safari 7, Firefox 28,
Google Chrome 33 or higher
Hardware Overview
LED Indicators
Figure 1. DWL-8620AP LEDs
POWER When this LED is red,
the access point is
booting up. When it is
green, it is ready for
use.
LAN1/LAN2 When this LED is lit,
the device’s Ethernet
port is connected to an
active router or switch.
The light will ash
when data is being
transmitted through the
port.
2.4GHz/5GHz When this LED is lit,
the access point’s
wireless radio is
enabled. It will ash
when data is being
transmitted via
wireless.
Optional Accessories
- PoE Injector (Model: DPE-301GI)
Note: These accessories are not included
and can be purchased separately. Please
contact your local D-Link reseller.

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Figure 2. DWL-8620AP Rear Panel
Interface Connectors
Powering the Access Point
The DWL-8620AP can be powered using
one of the following methods:
• (Optional) Connect the supplied power
adapter.
OR
• Use a standard Ethernet cable to
connect LAN port 1 on the DWL-8620AP
to a PoE power source device such as a
PoE switch or PoE injector.
Hardware Installation Connecting through a switch or router:
Connect the access point and the computer
to the same switch or router. If the access
point did not acquire an IP address from
a DHCP server on the network, enter the
default IP address of the access point
10.90.90.91 in the address eld of your
browser. If the access is automatically
assigned an IP address by a DHCP server
on your network, enter the IP address
assigned to the access point into the web
browser. To log in, use the default login
information:
Username: admin
Password: admin
Switch or
Router ComputerDWL-8620AP
ComputerDWL-8620AP
Conguring the Access Point
To set up and manage the DWL-8620AP,
use one of the following methods:
Direct connection to a PC:
Connect the access point and the computer
directly via a straight-through Ethernet
cable. Ensure the computer is congured
with a static IP address in the 10.90.90.0/24
subnet. Launch a web browser, type the
default IP address of the access point
(http://10.90.90.91), then press Enter.
To log in, use the default login information:
Username: admin
Password: admin
Power Button
Power Receptor
LAN 1 Port (PoE)
LAN 2 Port
Console Port
Reset Button
Figure 3. DWL-8620AP Front Panel
Kensington Lock
LAN2
LAN1

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4. Plug the CAT 5 cable into the LAN port on
the access point.
Mounting Using Anchor
Screws
1. Use the plastic wall mounting ring to
mark the points where you will insert the
screws on a wall or ceiling.
2. Drill holes in the marked points and
Installation
Mounting Options
You can mount the DWL-8620AP access
point on any of the following types of
surfaces:
• Solid surface wall or ceiling
• Tabletop
Cable Requirement
Use a CAT 5 cable with an even sheath.
The Ethernet ports on the DWL-8620AP
access point cannot accept a CAT 5 cable
that has an uneven sheath; the RJ-45
connector on the cable will not fit properly into
the receptacle on the access point.
Wall Installation Recommendations
If you plan to install the DWL-8620AP on a
wall or other vertical surfaces, orient the top
of the access point (the side with the LEDs)
toward the intended coverage area. The
radio antennas transmit through the top of
the access point but not through the bottom
(where the bracket is).
insert the plastic wall anchors.
3. Use the supplied screws to attach the
mounting ring to the wall.
Warning: The DWL-8620AP is designed
to receive PoE power only from an 802.3at-
compliant source or from a D-Link-approved
power adapter. Connecting an access point
to a Power over Ethernet (PoE) device that
is not approved by D-Link can damage the
equipment.
Warning: This product is to be connected
only to indoor PoE networks with no outdoor
cable routing.
• Connecting through a Unied
Wireless Switch or Wireless
Controller: Connect the access point
to a Unied Wireless Switch or Wireless
Controller. Connect your computer to
the same network as that of the Unied
Wireless Switch or Wireless Controller.
Log in to the Unied Wireless Switch's or
Wireless Controller's web administration
page. For the default login information
please refer to the Unied Wireless
Switch or Wireless Controller user
manual.
Unied Wireless
Switch
or
Wireless Controller
Computer
DWL-8620AP

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Mounting Using Ceiling
Brackets
3. Plug the CAT 5 cable into the LAN port on
the access point.
5. Locate the right side of the access point
that has a small lock symbol on it, and
make sure to line up this side with the
side of the mounting ring that has Open -
Lock written on it.
1. Clip two ceiling brackets on the ceiling
panels. Make sure both bracket are
parallel.
4. Place the DWL-8620AP onto the
mounting ring and rotate the device
clockwise to lock it in position.
LAN2
LAN1
Installation
POWER
LAN1
LAN2
2.4GHz
5GHz
POWER
LAN
2.4GHz
POWER LAN
2.4GHz
5GHz
Ceiling bracket
Ceiling crossbar
6. Twist clockwise to lock the access point
onto the ring. The lock symbol on the
access point must point directly to the
Close text on the mounting ring.
2. Use the provided screws to attach the
mounting ring to the ceiling bracket.
POWER
LAN1
LAN2
2.4GHz
5GHz

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Regulatory Statements
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. It can also be turned o through a power switch to save energy when it is not
needed.
Network Standby: 7.2692 watts
Switched O: 0.0619 watts
Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,
may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment
o and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the following
measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit dierent from that to which the
receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Non-modications Statement:
Any changes or modications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
Caution:
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

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This device and its antenna(s) must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other
antenna or transmitter except in accordance with FCC multi-transmitter product procedures. For
product available in the USA/Canada market, only channel 1~11 can be operated. Selection of
other channels is not possible.
Note:
The country code selection is for non-USA models only and is not available to all USA models. Per
FCC regulations, all WiFi product marketed in the USA must be xed to USA operational channels
only.
RF Frequency Requirements
This device is for indoor use only when using all channels in the
5.150 GHz - 5.250 GHz, 5.250 GHz - 5.350 GHz, 5.470 GHz - 5.725 GHz, 5.725 GHz - 5.850 GHz
frequency range. High power radars are allocated as primary users of the
5.150 GHz - 5.250 GHz, 5.250 GHz - 5.350 GHz, 5.470 GHz - 5.725 GHz, 5.725 GHz - 5.850 GHz
bands. These radar stations can cause interference with and/or damage this device. This device
will not operate on channels which overlap the 5600-5650 MHz band.
It is restricted to indoor environments only.
IMPORTANT NOTICE:
FCC Radiation Exposure Statement
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 37 cm
between the radiator and your body.
Industry Canada statement
This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject
to the following two conditions:
1) this device may not cause interference, and
2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause
undesired operation of the device.
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio
exempts de licence. L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes:
1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et
2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le
brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement.

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This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
This device complies with RSS-310 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the condition that
this device does not cause harmful interference.
Cet appareil est conforme à la norme RSS-310 d'Industrie Canada. L'opération est soumise à la
condition que cet appareil ne provoque aucune interférence nuisible.
This device and its antenna(s) must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other
antenna or transmitter, except tested built-in radios.
Cet appareil et son antenne ne doivent pas être situés ou fonctionner en conjonction avec une
autre antenne ou un autre émetteur, exception faites des radios intégrées qui ont été testées.
The County Code Selection feature is disabled for products marketed in the US/ Canada.
La fonction de sélection de l'indicatif du pays est désactivée pour les produits commercialisés aux
États-Unis et au Canada.
Caution :
i. the device for operation in the band 5150–5250 MHz is only for indoor use to reduce
the potential for harmful interference to co-channel mobile satellite systems;
ii. for devices with detachable antenna(s), the maximum antenna gain permitted for
devices in the bands 5250-5350 MHz and 5470-5725 MHz shall be such that the equipment still
complies with the e.i.r.p. limit
iii. for devices with detachable antenna(s), the maximum antenna gain permitted for
devices in the band 5725-5850 MHz shall be such that the equipment still complies with the
e.i.r.p. limits as appropriate;
iv. where applicable, antenna type(s), antenna models(s), and worst-case tilt angle(s)
necessary to remain compliant with the e.i.r.p. elevation mask requirement set forth in section
6.2.2.3 shall be clearly indicated.
v. users should also be advised that high-power radars are allocated as primary users
(i.e. priority users) of the bands 5250-5350 MHz and 5650-5850 MHz and that these radars could
cause interference and/or damage to LE-LAN devices.
Avertissement:
i. les dispositifs fonctionnant dans la bande de 5 150 à 5 250 MHz sont réservés
uniquement pour une utilisatin à l’intérieur an de réduire les risques de brouillage préjudiciable
aux systèmes de satellites mobiles utilisant les mêmes canaux
ii. pour les dispositifs munis d’antennes amovibles, le gain maximal d’antenne permis

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以下警語適用台灣地區
依據 低功率電波輻射性電機管理辦法
第十二條: 經型式認證合格之低功率射頻電機，非經許可，公司、商號或使用者均不得擅自
變更頻率、加大功率或變更原設計之特性及功能。
第十四條: 低功率射頻電機之使用不得影響飛航安全及干擾合法通信；經發現有干擾現象
時，應立即停用，並改善至無干擾時方得繼續使用。前項合法通信，指依電信法規定作業之
無線電通信。低功率射頻電機須忍受合法通信或工業、科學及醫療用電波輻射性電機設備之
干擾。
應避免影響附近雷達系統之操作。
無線傳輸設備 (UNII)
無線資訊傳輸設備忍受合法通信之干擾且不得干擾合法通信；如造成干擾，應立即停用，俟
無干擾之虞，始得繼續使用。無線資訊傳設備的製造廠商應確保頻率穩定性，如依製造廠商
使用手冊上所述正常操作，發射的信號應維持於操作頻帶中。
NCC 警 語：
電磁波曝露量MPE標準值(MPE) 1 mW/cm2，送測產品實值為 1 mW/cm2
Radiation Exposure Statement
This equipment complies with ISED radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 37 cm
between the radiator and your body.
Déclaration d'exposition aux radiations
Cet équipement est conforme aux limites d'exposition aux rayonnements ISED établies pour un
environnement non contrôlé. Cet équipement doit être installé et utilisé avec un minimum de 37
cm de distance entre la source de rayonnement et votre corps.
pour les dispositifs utilisant les bandes de 5 250 à 5 350 MHz et de 5 470 à 5 725 MHz doit être
conforme à la limite de la p.i.r.e;
iii. pour les dispositifs munis d’antennes amovibles, le gain maximal d’antenne permis
(pour les dispositifs utilisant la bande de 5 725 à 5 850 MHz) doit être conforme à la limite de la
p.i.r.e. spéciée, selon le cas;
iv. lorsqu’il y a lieu, les types d’antennes (s’il y en a plusieurs), les numéros de modèle
de l’antenne et les pires angles d’inclinaison nécessaires pour rester conforme à l’exigence de
la p.i.r.e. applicable au masque d’élévation, énoncée à la section 6.2.2.3, doivent être clairement
indiqués.
v. users should also be advised that high-power radars are allocated as primary users
(i.e. priority users) of the bands 5250-5350 MHz and 5650-5850 MHz and that these radars could
cause interference and/or damage to LE-LAN devices.

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Frequency Band(s)
Frequenzband
Fréquence bande(s)
Bandas de Frecuencia
Frequenza/e
Frequentie(s)
Max. Output Power (EIRP)
Max. Output Power
Consommation d’énergie max.
Potencia máxima de Salida
Potenza max. Output
Max. Output Power
5 G
5.15 – 5.25 GHz 200 mW
5.25 – 5.35 GHz 200 mW
5.47 – 5.725 GHz 1 W
2.4 G 2.4 – 2.4835 GHz 100 mW