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D-Link DWL-700AP Manual

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  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    DWL-700AP User’s Manual Table of Contents Contents Package Contents ... 3 Introduction... 4 Wireless Basics ... 6 Getting Started ... 8 Using the Configuration Utility ... 9 Networking Basics ... 21 Troubleshooting ... 34 Technical Specifications ... 39 Contacting Technical Support... 41 Warranty ...

  • Page 3: Package Contents

    If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller. Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage rating than the one included with the DWL-700AP will cause damage and void the warranty for this product. ...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    Linux and Windows, and can be integrated into a larger network. This manual is designed to help you connect the Access Point and the D-Link Wireless Adapters into a network in Infrastructure mode. Please take a look at the Getting Started section in this manual to see an example of an Infrastructure network using the DWL-700AP.
  • Page 5 DWL-700AP User’s Manual  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 and interoperable with all existing 802.11b compliant devices.

  • Page 6: Wireless Basics

    D-Link wireless products will allow you access to the data you want, when and where you want it. You will be able to enjoy the freedom that wireless networking brings.

  • Page 7: Installation Considerations

    Keep the 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.

  • Page 8: Getting Started

    (See the Quick Installation Guide included with the DWL-700). If you are connecting a desktop computer in your network, you can install the D-Link Air DWL-520 Wireless PCI Adapter into an available PCI slot on your desktop computer. (See the Quick Installation Guide included with the DWL-520).

  • Page 9: Using The Configuration Utility

    D-Link devices set to their default settings. If you have changed the IP address of the DWL-700AP to conform to a network other than one with D-Link devices, then input that IP address in the web browser, instead of the default IP address shown.) ...
  • Page 10 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 configuration menu, please configure the DWL-700AP from a computer with an ethernet connection to the DWL-700AP. Home > Wizard...
  • Page 11 DWL-700AP User’s Manual Using the Configuration Utility (continued) Home > Wireless AP Name: You may choose to rename your access point, especially if you have more than one access point on your network. SSID: The SSID is a unique name that identifies a network. All devices on a network must share the same SSID name in order to communicate on the network.
  • Page 12 Home > LAN Dynamic IP Address: automatically assigned to the DWL-700AP by a DHCP server in your network. DHCP stands for Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol. It is a protocol for assign- ing dynamic IP addresses “automatically.” With a DHCP Server there is no need to manually assign an IP address.
  • Page 13 DHCP function of the access point. Lease Time: Choose the length of time during which the DHCP function of the DWL-700AP automatically regenerates the IP addresses to the devices in your network. DHCP Client Table: Lists the devices on your network that are receiving dynamic IP addresses from the access point.
  • Page 14 Input the MAC Address of the remote AP to which the Click the Site Survey button to select a remote AP to which you Select this option to use the DWL-700AP to extend the reach of a remote Input the MAC Address of the remote AP that will have its Click the Site Survey button to select a remote AP that you wish Using the Configuration Utility...
  • Page 15 DWL-700AP User’s Manual Using the Configuration Utility (continued) The default Performance settings are shown here. Beacon Interval: packets sent by an access point to synchronize a wireless network. Specify a beacon interval value. Default (100) is recommended. RTS Threshold: should remain at its default set- ting of 2,437.
  • Page 16 Using the Configuration Utility (continued) Advanced > Filters MAC Filters ing the DWL-700AP. You can either manually add a MAC Address or select the MAC Address from the list of clients that are currently connected to the broadband router (Connected MAC Filter List: filter.
  • Page 17 DWL-700AP User’s Manual Using the Configuration Utility (continued) Tools > Admin New Password: Confirm Password: Tools > System Restore: You may also restore the factory settings by clicking on Restore. Make sure to save the unit’s settings before clicking on Restore.
  • Page 18 Then click Browse on this page to find the firmware upgrade on your hard drive. Click Apply to start the firmware upgrade. Status > Device Info This screen displays the current wireless and Ethernet settings of the DWL-700AP. D-Link Systems, Inc.
  • Page 19 DWL-700AP User’s Manual Using the Configuration Utility Using the Configuration Utility (continued) Status > Log View Log The access point keeps a running log of events and activities occurring on the AP. If the device is rebooted, the logs are automatically cleared.
  • Page 20 DWL-700AP User’s Manual Using the Configuration Utility (continued) Traffic Statistics The access point keeps traffic statistics. You are able to view the statistics of the router on both the Ethernet portion of the network and the wireless portion of the network.

  • Page 21: Networking Basics

    DWL-700AP User’s Manual Networking Basics Networking Basics Using the Network Setup Wizard in Windows XP In this section you will learn how to establish a network at home or work, using Microsoft Windows XP. Note: Please refer to websites such as http://www.homenethelp.com...
  • Page 22 DWL-700AP User’s Manual Networking Basics Networking Basics (continued) Please follow all the instructions in this window: Click Next. In the following window, select the best description of your computer. If your computer connects to the internet through a gateway/router, select the second option as shown.
  • Page 23 DWL-700AP User’s Manual Networking Basics Networking Basics (continued) Enter a Computer description and a Computer name (optional.) Click Next. Enter a Workgroup name. All computers on your network should have the same Workgroup name. Click Next. D-Link Systems, Inc.
  • Page 24 DWL-700AP User’s Manual Networking Basics Networking Basics (continued) Please wait while the Network Setup Wizard applies the changes. When the changes are complete, click Next. Please wait while the Network Setup Wizard configures the computer. This may take a few minutes.
  • Page 25 DWL-700AP User’s Manual Networking Basics Networking Basics (continued) In the window below, select the option that fits your needs. In this example, Create a Network Setup Disk has been selected. You will run this disk on each of the computers on your network. Click Next.
  • Page 26 DWL-700AP User’s Manual Networking Basics Networking Basics (continued) Please read the information under Here’s how in the screen below. After you complete the Network Setup Wizard you will use the Network Setup Disk to run the Network Setup Wizard once on each of the computers on your network. To continue click Next.
  • Page 27 DWL-700AP User’s Manual Please read the information on this screen, then click Finish to complete the Network Setup Wizard. The new settings will take effect when you restart the computer. Click Yes to restart the computer. You have completed configuring this computer. Next, you will need to run the Network Setup Disk on all the other computers on your network.
  • Page 28 DWL-700AP User’s Manual Naming your Computer To name your computer in Windows XP, please follow these directions:     Select the Computer Name Tab in the System Properties window.  You may enter a Comput- er Description if you wish;...
  • Page 29 DWL-700AP User’s Manual Naming your Computer  In this window, enter the Computer name.  Select Workgroup and enter the name of the Workgroup.  All computers on your network must have the same Workgroup name.  Click OK. Checking the IP Address in Windows XP The wireless adapter-equipped computers in your network must be in the same IP ad- dress range (see Getting Started in this manual for a definition of IP address range.)
  • Page 30 DWL-700AP User’s Manual Checking the IP Address in Windows XP This window will appear.  Click the Support tab.  Click Close. Assigning a Static IP Address in Windows XP/2000 Note: Some gateways/broadband routers will automatically assign IP addresses to the computers on the network, using DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) technology.
  • Page 31 DWL-700AP User’s Manual Assigning a Static IP Address in Windows XP/2000  Double-click on Network Connections.  Right-click on Local Area Connections.  Double-click on Properties. D-Link Systems, Inc. Networking Basics (continued) Networking Basics...
  • Page 32 DWL-700AP User’s Manual Assigning a Static IP Address in Windows XP/2000  Click on Internet Protocol (TCP/IP).  Click Properties.  In the window below, select Use the following IP address. Input your IP  address and subnet mask. (The IP addresses on your network must be within the same range.
  • Page 33 DWL-700AP User’s Manual Checking the Wireless Connection by Pinging in Windows XP/2000  Go to Start > Run > type cmd. A window similar to this one will appear. Type ping xxx.xxx.xxx. xxx, where xxx is the IP address of the wireless router or access point.

  • Page 34: Troubleshooting

    1. The computer used to configure the DWL-700AP cannot access the configuration menu. Note: The IP address of the DWL-700AP is 192.168.0.50. All the computers on the network must have a unique IP address in the same range, e.g., 192.168.0.x. Any computers that have identical IP addresses will not be visible on the network.
  • Page 35 Check that the IP address assigned to the wireless adapter is within the same IP address range as the access point and gateway. Since the DWL-700AP has an IP address of 192.168.0.50, wireless adapters must have an IP address in the same range, e.g., 192.168.0.x.
  • Page 36 DWL-700AP User’s Manual 3. Check that the drivers for the network adapters are installed properly. You may be using different network adapters than those illustrated here, but this procedure will remain the same, regardless of the type of network adapters you are using.
  • Page 37 Look under Device Status to check that the device is working properly. Click OK. D-Link Systems, Inc. Troubleshooting (continued) D-Link Air DWL-650 Wireless Cardbus Adapter D-Link Air DWL-650 Wireless Cardbus Adapter Troubleshooting D-Link Air DWL-650 Wireless Cardbus Adapter Cardbus...
  • Page 38 Locate the reset button on the back of the DWL-700AP Use a paper clip to press the reset button Hold for about 5 seconds and then release After the DWL-700AP reboots (this may take a few minutes) it will be reset to the factory default settings. Troubleshooting...

  • Page 39: Technical Specifications

    DWL-700AP User’s Manual Standards Port: Data Rates*: Encryption: Media Access Controll: Frequency Range: Operating Range: Modulation Technology: * Maximum wireless signal rate based on IEEE Standard 802.11b specifications. Actual data throughput will vary. Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of network traffic, building materials and construction, and network overhead lower actual data throughput...
  • Page 40 DWL-700AP User’s Manual Technical Specifications (continued) Modulation Techniques    CCK (5.5Mbps/5.5db)  CCK (11Mbps/8.5db) Transmitter Output Power:  External Antenna Type:  Over-Driving Levels:  Device Management  Operating Temperature:  Humidity:  Safety & Emissions  ...

  • Page 41: Contacting Technical Support

    DWL-700AP User’s Manual You can find software updates and user documentation on the D-Link website. D-Link provides free technical support for customers within the United States and within Canada for the duration of the warranty period on this product. U.S. and Canadian customers can contact D-Link technical support through our website, or by phone.

  • Page 42: Warranty

    Warranty Period from the date of original retail purchase. If a material defect is incapable of correction, or if D-Link determines in its sole discretion that it is not practical to repair or replace the defective Hardware, the price paid by the original purchaser for the defective Hardware will be refunded by D-Link upon return to D-Link of the defective Hardware.
  • Page 43 USA: 17595 Mt. Herrmann St. Fountain Valley, CA 92708 D-Link may reject or return any product that is not packaged and shipped in strict compliance with the foregoing requirements, or for which an RMA number is not visible from the outside of the package. The product owner agrees to pay D-Link’s reasonable handling and return shipping charges for any product that is not packaged...
  • Page 44 DWL-700AP User’s Manual Limitation of Liability: TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, D-LINK IS NOT LIABLE UNDER ANY CONTRACT, NEGLIGENCE, STRICT LIABILITY OR OTHER LEGAL OR EQUITABLE THEORY FOR ANY LOSS OF USE OF THE PRODUCT, INCONVENIENCE OR DAMAGES OF ANY CHARACTER, WHETHER...
  • Page 45 DWL-700AP User’s Manual Warranty Warranty (Continued) FCC Caution: The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by unauthorized modifications to this equipment; such modifications could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. (1) The devices are restricted to indoor operations within the 5.15 to 5.25GHz range. (2) For this device to operate in the 5.15 to 5.25GHz range, the devices must use integral antennas.

  • Page 46: Registration

    DWL-700AP User’s Manual Registration Product registration is entirely voluntary and failure to complete or return this form will not diminish your warranty rights. Version 1.3 06/02/05 D-Link Systems, Inc.

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