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D-Link Air DWL-700AP Manual

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  • Page 1 D-Link Air DWL-700AP 2.4GHz Wireless Access Point Manual Building Networks for People...

  • Page 2: 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 and Registration ...42...

  • 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. Computer with Windows, Macintosh, or Linux-based operating system with an installed Ethernet adapter Internet Explorer or Netscape Navigator version 6.0 or above,...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    It is an ideal way to extend the reach and number of computers connected to your wireless network. The DWL-700AP is compatible with existing 802.11b devices such as the D-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 USB Adapter.

  • Page 5: Features And Benefits

    Web-based interface for managing and configuring – Easy-to-use interface independent of the operating system. LEDs LED stands for Light-Emitting Diode. The DWL-700AP Wireless Access Point has 3 LEDs as shown below: Power: solid green light indicates connection to a...

  • 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

    The key to maximizing wireless range is to follow these basic guidelines: 1 1 1 1 1 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.)

  • Page 8: Getting Started

    (See the Quick Installation Guide included with the DWL-520.) 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.) Install the D-Link Air DWL-650 Wireless Cardbus Adapter into a laptop com- puter.

  • 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 net- work 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 con- figuration menu, please configure the DWL-700AP from a computer with an ethernet con- nection to the DWL-700AP.
  • Page 11 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 assigning 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...
  • Page 14 Click the Site Survey button to select a remote AP to which you wish to connect. Repeater: Select this option to use the DWL-700AP to extend the reach of a remote AP by repeating the signal. Remote AP MAC: range extended by the DWL-700AP.
  • Page 15 Using the Configuration Utility (continued) The default Performance settings are shown here. Beacon Interval: Beacons are packets sent by an access point to synchronize a wireless network. Specify a beacon interval value. Default (100) is recommended. RTS Threshold: This value should remain at its default setting of 2,437.
  • Page 16 MAC Addresses from access- 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 PCs).
  • Page 17 Using the Configuration Utility (continued) New Password: Enter the new password. Confirm Password: Re-enter the password to confirm it. Save Settings: current system set- tings can be saved as a file onto the local hard drive. Load Settings: saved file or any other saved setting file can be loaded back on the access point.
  • 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. Tools > Firmware...
  • Page 19 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. First Page - The first page of the log. Last Page - The last page of the log.
  • Page 20 Connected Wireless PCs LIst This list displays the MAC Addresses of connected PC’s and the length of time that they have been connected. Menu Select from this menu for extra help. Status> Stats Status > Wireless Help DWL-700AP...

  • Page 21: 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 http://www.microsoft.com/windows2000 for information about networking computers using Windows 2000, ME or 98SE.
  • Page 22 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. Click Next.
  • Page 23 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.
  • Page 24 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 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. Insert a disk into the Floppy Disk Drive, in this case drive A.
  • Page 26 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 Networking Basics (continued) 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 Networking Basics (continued) Naming your Computer To name your computer in Windows XP, please follow these directions: Click Start (in the lower left corner of the screen). Right-click on My Computer. Select Properties and click. Select the Computer Name Tab in the System Properties window.

  • Page 29: Checking The Ip Address In Windows Xp

    Networking Basics 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.) To check on the IP address of the adapter, please do the following:...
  • Page 30 Networking Basics 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 Networking Basics Assigning a Static IP Address in Windows XP/2000 Double-click on Network Connections. Right-click on Local Area Connections. Double-click on Properties.
  • Page 32 192.168.0.2 Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0 Default Gateway: Enter the LAN IP address of the wireless router. (D-Link wireless routers have a LAN IP address of 192.168.0.1) Select Use the following DNS server address. Enter the LAN IP address of the wireless router.
  • Page 33 Networking Basics 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. Check that the Ethernet LED on the DWL-700AP is ON. If the LED is not ON, check that the cable for the Ethernet connection is securely inserted.
  • 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 Troubleshooting (continued) 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 Select Properties to check that the drivers are installed properly. Look under Device Status to check that the device is working properly. Click OK. D-Link Air DWL-650 Wireless Cardbus Adapter D-Link Air DWL-650 Wireless Cardbus Adapter 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.

  • Page 39: Technical Specifications

    Technical Specifications Standards IEEE 802.11 IEEE 802.11b IEEE 802.3 IEEE 802.3u Port: 10/100 Mbps Fast Ethernet Data Rates: 1, 2, 5.5, 11Mbps (with Automatic Fallback) Encryption: Supports 64-,128-bit WEP Media Access Controll: CSMA/CA with ACK Frequency Range: 2.4 – 2.462GHz Operating Range: Indoors - up to 328 feet (100 meters)* Modulation Technology:...
  • Page 40 Technical Specifications (continued) Modulation Techniques Barker (1Mbps/0db) Barker (2Mbps/3db) CCK (5.5Mbps/5.5db) CCK (11Mbps/8.5db) Transmitter Output Power: 15dBm +/- 2dB External Antenna Type: 2.5dB gain with reverse SMA connector Over-Driving Levels: Tolerates up to +17dBm at the Antenna Device Management Web-Based - Internet Explorer v5 or later;...

  • Page 41: Contacting Technical Support

    Technical Support 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 And Registration

    D-Link’s sole obligation shall be to repair or replace the defective Hardware during the Warranty Period at no charge to the original owner or to refund at D-Link’s sole discretion. Such repair or replacement will be rendered by D-Link at an Authorized D-Link Service Office. The replacement Hardware need not be new or have an identical make, model or part.
  • Page 43 Canada) 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...
  • Page 44 LIABILITY OF D-LINK UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS LIMITED TO THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT COVERED BY THE WARRANTY. THE FOREGOING EXPRESS WRITTEN WARRANTIES AND REMEDIES ARE EXCLUSIVE AND ARE IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTIES OR REMEDIES, EXPRESS, IMPLIED OR STATUTORY.

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