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D-Link AirPremier DWL-3200AP User Manual

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  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Getting Started ..............11 Using the Configuration Menu ..........13 AP Manager II ..............58 Networking Basics .............. 59 Troubleshooting ..............75 Technical Specifications ............. 81 Contacting Technical Support ..........84 Warranty ................85 Registration ............... 87 D-Link Systems, Inc.

  • Page 3: Package Contents

    If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller. Minimum System Requirements  Computers with Windows , Macintosh , or Linux-based operating systems with ® ® an installed Ethernet Adapter  Internet Explorer version 7.0 or Mozilla Firefox version 3.0 and above D-Link Systems, Inc.

  • Page 4: Introduction

    An ideal solution for quickly creating and extending a wireless local area network (WLAN) in offices or other workplaces, trade shows and special events, the DWL-300AP provides data transfers at up to 108Mbps in Super G mode when used with other D-Link AirPremier products. (The 80.11g standard is backwards compatible with 80.11b devices.) WPA is offered in two flavors: Enterprise (used for corporations) and Personal (used for home users).
  • Page 5 Unfamiliar clients would be denied access. EAP (Extensible Authentication Protocol) is available through the Windows XP operating ® system. You will need to use the same type of EAP protocol on all devices in your network when using the 80.1x feature. D-Link Systems, Inc.

  • Page 6: Features And Benefits

    DWL-300AP for network configuration and firmware upgrade. Systems administrators can also setup the DWL-300AP easily with the Web-based configuration. A D-Link D-View module will be downloadable for network administration and real-time network traffic monitoring with D-Link D-View software.

  • Page 7: 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 8 OFDM reduces the amount of crosstalk (interference) in signal transmissions. The D-Link DWL-300AP will automatically sense the best possible connection speed to ensure the greatest speed and range possible. 80.11g offers the most advanced network security features available today, including WPA and WPA.

  • Page 9: Installation Considerations

    DWL-300AP User’s Manual Installation Considerations The D-Link AirPremier DWL-300AP 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 wireless signals must pass through, may limit the range.

  • Page 10: Three Operational Modes

    DWL-300AP User’s Manual Three Operational Modes Three Operational Modes D-Link Systems, Inc.

  • Page 11: Getting Started

    Connect the DWL-300AP to the PoE base unit. (See the printed Install Guide included with the DWL-3200AP.) If you are connecting a desktop computer to your network, install the D-Link WDA-30 wireless PCI adapter into an available PCI slot on your desktop computer.
  • Page 12 PC, using a crossover cable. Attach the power adapter to the connector labeled POWER IN on the PoE Step 3 base unit. Attach the power cord to the power adapter and into an electrical outlet. D-Link Systems, Inc.

  • Page 13: Using The Configuration Menu

    IP address.  Type admin in the User Name field  Leave the Password field blank Click OK  Note: If you have changed the password, make sure to enter the correct password. D-Link Systems, Inc.
  • Page 14 After successfully logging into the DWL-300AP the following screen appears: When making changes on most of the configuration screens in this section, use the Apply button at the bottom of each screen to save your configuration changes. Click to apply configuration changes. D-Link Systems, Inc.
  • Page 15 Auto Channel Scan is set by default. All devices on the network must share the same channel. To change the channel, uncheck Auto Channel Scan. (Note: The wireless adapters will automatically scan and match the wireless setting.) D-Link Systems, Inc.
  • Page 16 Fourth keys: keys in the valid key field. *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 D-Link Systems, Inc.
  • Page 17 Auto Channel Scan is set by default. All devices on the network must share the same channel. To change the channel, uncheck Auto Channel Scan. (Note: The wireless adapters will automatically scan and match the wireless setting.) D-Link Systems, Inc.
  • Page 18 Accounting Server: Enter the IP address of the Accounting server. Accounting Port: Enter the Accounting port. *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 D-Link Systems, Inc.
  • Page 19 Auto Channel Scan is set by default. All devices on the network must share the same channel. To change the channel, uncheck Auto Channel Scan. (Note: The wireless adapters will automatically scan and match the wireless setting.) D-Link Systems, Inc.
  • Page 20 Group Key Update Select the interval during which the group key will be valid. The default Interval: value of 1800 is recommended. PassPhrase: When you select WPA-Personal, please enter a PassPhrase in the corresponding field. D-Link Systems, Inc.
  • Page 21 The SSID can be easily changed to connect to an existing wireless network or to establish a new wireless network. SSID Broadcast: Enable or Disable SSID broadcast. Enabling this feature broadcasts the SSID across the network. D-Link Systems, Inc.
  • Page 22 Group Key Update Interval: Select the interval during which the group key will be valid. The default value of 1800 is recommended. PassPhrase: When you select WPA-Personal, please enter a PassPhrase in the corresponding field. D-Link Systems, Inc.
  • Page 23 The SSID can be easily changed to connect to an existing wireless network or to establish a new wireless network. SSID Broadcast: Enable or Disable SSID broadcast. Enabling this feature broadcasts the SSID across the network. D-Link Systems, Inc.
  • Page 24 When you select WPA-Personal, AES is selected as the Cipher Type. Group Key Update Interval: Select the interval during which the group key will be valid. The default value of 1800 is recommended. PassPhrase: When you select WPA-Personal, please enter a PassPhrase in the corresponding field. D-Link Systems, Inc.
  • Page 25 Access Point Open System Shared Key Open System/Shared Key WPA-Enterprise WPA-Personal WPA2-Enterprise WPA2-Personal WPA-Auto-Enterprise WPA-Auto-Personal Open System WDS with AP Shared Key Open System/Shared Key WPA-Personal WPA2-Personal WPA-Auto-Personal Open System Shared Key Open System/Shared Key WPA-Personal WPA2-Personal WPA-Auto-Personal D-Link Systems, Inc.
  • Page 26 Enter the subnet mask. All devices in the network must share the same subnet mask. Default Gateway: Enter the IP address of the gateway in your network. If there isn’t a gateway in your network, please enter an IP address within the range of your network. D-Link Systems, Inc.
  • Page 27 *”Maximum wireless signal rate based on IEEE Standard 80.11g 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 throughout rate.” D-Link Systems, Inc.
  • Page 28 Antenna Diversity: The DWL-300AP supports .4GHz radio with two antennas. Radio is connected to each antenna and supports auto diversity mode by default. This means that the access point will auto switch to the antenna with better RSSI value. D-Link Systems, Inc.
  • Page 29 Specify the data rates at which the DWL-300AP should transmit Settings: signals. For 80.11b, choose from 5.5Mbps, 11Mbps. For 80.11g, choose from 9Mbps, 18Mbps, 36Mbps, 48Mbps, 54Mbps. For 80.11b/g, choose from 6Mbps, 9Mbps, 1Mbps, 18Mbps, 4Mbps, 36Mbps, 48Mbps, 54Mbps. D-Link Systems, Inc.
  • Page 30 Link Integrate: If the Ethernet connection between the LAN and the DWL-300AP is disconnected, the Link Integrate option will cause the wireless segment associated with the AP to be disconnected from the AP. Select Enable or Disable. D-Link Systems, Inc.
  • Page 31 Service Set Identifier (SSID) is the name designated for a specific wireless local area network (WLAN). The SSID’s factory default setting is dlink. The SSID can be easily changed to connect to an existing wireless network or to establish a new wireless network. D-Link Systems, Inc.
  • Page 32 Note: If WPA or WPA is being used, it will occupy the key space  and 3, which will leave key 1 and 4 for other SSIDs to use for WEP. When you configure one Multi-SSID, you must click Save to Table and then click Apply to save your settings. D-Link Systems, Inc.
  • Page 33 The Basic Service Set Type allows you to select from AP BSS, Ad BSS Type: Hoc, or Both. Select the type of network (bands 11b and 11g) that you would like Band: the AP detection to search on. D-Link Systems, Inc.
  • Page 34 AP List: This window shows all of the APs that are allowed access on the network. Rogue AP Protection: Enable this function to keep the connection with the authorized clients even though there are rogue APs around. D-Link Systems, Inc.
  • Page 35 Input the first IP address available for assignment in your network. The Range of Pool Enter the number of IP addresses available for assignment. (1-255): SubMask: All devices in the network must have the same subnet mask to communicate. Enter the submask for the network here. D-Link Systems, Inc.
  • Page 36 Lease Time The Lease Time is the period of time before the DHCP server will (60-31536000 sec.): assign new IP addresses. Status: Turn the Dynamic Pool Settings ON or OFF here. D-Link Systems, Inc.
  • Page 37 Apply; the device will appear in the Assigned Static Pool at the bottom of the screen. Edit or delete the device in this list. Assigned MAC Enter the MAC address of the device here. Address: SubMask: Enter the subnet mask here. D-Link Systems, Inc.
  • Page 38 Enter the IP address of the Domain Name Server, if applicable. The DNS translates domain names such as www.dlink.com into IP addresses. Domain Name: Enter the domain name of the DWL-300AP, if applicable. Status: This option turns the Static Pool settings ON or OFF. D-Link Systems, Inc.
  • Page 39 These are IP address pools to which the DHCP server function has assigned static IP addresses. Binding MAC address: The MAC address of a device on the network that is within the DHCP static IP address pool. D-Link Systems, Inc.
  • Page 40 DWL-300AP User’s Manual Using the Configuration Menu Assigned IP The current corresponding DHCP-assigned static IP address of the address: device. D-Link Systems, Inc.
  • Page 41 Enter the MAC addresses that you wish to include in your filters list, and click Save. MAC Address List: When you enter a MAC address, it appears in this list. Highlight a MAC address and click Delete to remove it from the list. D-Link Systems, Inc.
  • Page 42 Ethernet to WLAN Enabling this feature allows Ethernet devices to communicate with Access: wireless clients. If this is disabled, all data from the Ethernet to associated wireless devices is blocked. Wireless devices can still send data to the Ethernet. D-Link Systems, Inc.
  • Page 43 DWL-300AP User’s Manual Using the Configuration Menu Home > Status > Device Information Device Information: This window displays the configuration settings of the DWL-300AP, including the firmware version and device MAC address. D-Link Systems, Inc.
  • Page 44 Band: Displays the wireless band the client is connected on. Authentication: Displays the type of authentication being used. Signal: Displays the strength of the clients signal. Power Saving Mode: Displays the status of the power saving feature. D-Link Systems, Inc.
  • Page 45 DWL-300AP User’s Manual Home > Status > Stats > Ethernet This screen displays information of the wired interface network traffic. D-Link Systems, Inc.
  • Page 46 DWL-300AP User’s Manual Home > Status > Stats > WLAN 802.11g Displays statistics data of throughput, transmitted frame, received frame, and WEP frame error for the DWL-800AP network. D-Link Systems, Inc.
  • Page 47 Using the Configuration Menu DWL-300AP User’s Manual Home > Status > Log > View Log View Log: The log displays system and network messages including a time stamp and message type. D-Link Systems, Inc.
  • Page 48 SMTP: Check the box to enable SMTP. SMTP Server / IP Enter the IP address of the SMTP server. Address: SMTP Sender: Enter the e-mail address of the SMTP sender. SMTP Recipient: Enter the e-mail address of the SMTP recipient. D-Link Systems, Inc.
  • Page 49 User Name: Enter a user name. The default is admin. Old Password: When changing your password, enter the old password here. New Password: When changing your password, enter the new password here. Confirm New Password: Confirm your new password here. D-Link Systems, Inc.
  • Page 50 Ping Control Setting: Check the box to enable Ping control. Ping works by sending ICMP “echo request” packets to the target host and listening for ICMP echo response replies. By disabling the Ping control setting, the AP will not respond to the ICMP echo request packets. Default is set to enabled.. D-Link Systems, Inc.
  • Page 51 Click Upload to update the firmware version. Upload SSL Certification: Click Browse to locate the SSL Certification file on your local computer. After selecting and opening the file, click Upload to upload the file to the DWL-300AP. D-Link Systems, Inc.
  • Page 52 Upload File: Click Browse to locate a previously saved configuration file on your local computer. After selecting the file, click Upload to apply the configuration settings to the DWL-300AP. Download Configuration File: Click Download to save the current DWL-300AP configuration to your local computer. D-Link Systems, Inc.
  • Page 53 Select the file you wish to download and click Open. Click OK to begin loading. Click Restart for the settings to take effect. The dialog box above will appear as the device restarts. Please wait for a few seconds. D-Link Systems, Inc.
  • Page 54 Tool > SNTP SNTP/NTP Information: Displays the current SNTP/NTP settings. SNT/NTP Server IP Address: Enter the SNTP/NTP server IP address. SNTP/NTP Time Zone: Select your correct Time Zone. Daylight Saving Time: Check the box to Enable Daylight Saving Time. D-Link Systems, Inc.
  • Page 55 Click Save and Activate to save your current settings and activate them. The dialog box below will appear as the device restarts. Please wait for a few seconds. Configuration > Discard Changes Click Discard Changes to cancel any changes you have made. Click OK to return to the Home screen. D-Link Systems, Inc.
  • Page 56 Using the Configuration Menu DWL-300AP User’s Manual System > System Settings Click Restart to restart the DWL-300AP. Click Restore to restore the DWL-300AP back to factory default settings. D-Link Systems, Inc.
  • Page 57 Using the Configuration Menu DWL-300AP User’s Manual Help Help: Scroll down the Help page for topics and explanations. D-Link Systems, Inc.

  • Page 58: Ap Manager Ii

    AP Manager II allows you to configure AP settings, update the firmware, and organize and sort your APs into manageable groups. Please see the AP Manager II User Manual included on the CD for system requirements, installation considerations, and information on the software functionality. D-Link Systems, Inc.

  • Page 59: Networking Basics

    Note: Please refer to websites such as http://www.homenethelp.com and http://www.microsoft.com/windows000 for information about networking computers using Windows 000. ® Go to Start>Control Panel>Network Connections Select Set up a home or small office network When this screen appears, click Next. D-Link Systems, Inc.
  • Page 60 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. D-Link Systems, Inc.
  • Page 61 DWL-300AP User’s Manual Networking Basics 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 62 DWL-300AP User’s Manual Networking Basics 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. D-Link Systems, Inc.
  • Page 63 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. Click Next. D-Link Systems, Inc.
  • Page 64 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. D-Link Systems, Inc.
  • Page 65 You have completed configuring this computer. Next, you will need to run the Network Setup Disk on all the other computers on your network. After running the Network Setup Disk on all your computers, your new wireless network will be ready to use. D-Link Systems, Inc.
  • Page 66  Select the Computer Name Tab in the System Properties window.  You may enter a Computer Description if you wish; this field is optional.   To rename the computer and join a domain, Click Change. D-Link Systems, Inc.
  • Page 67 (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:  Right-click on the Local Area Connection icon in the task bar.  Click on Status. D-Link Systems, Inc.
  • Page 68 DWL-300AP User’s Manual Networking Basics This window will appear:  Click the Support tab.  Click Close. D-Link Systems, Inc.
  • Page 69 DHCP-capable router you will not need to assign static IP addresses. If you are not using a DHCP capable router, or you need to assign a static IP address, please follow these instructions: Go to Start.   Double-click on Control Panel.  Double-click on Network Connections. D-Link Systems, Inc.
  • Page 70 For example, if one computer has an IP address of 19.168.0., the other computers should have IP addresses that are sequential, like 19.168.0.3 and 19.168.0.4. The subnet mask must be the same for all the computers on the network.) D-Link Systems, Inc.
  • Page 71 The DNS server information will be supplied by your ISP (Internet Service Provider.)  Click OK. Assigning a Static IP Address in Mac ®  Go to the Apple Menu and select System Preferences. Click on Network.  D-Link Systems, Inc.
  • Page 72  Select Built-in Ethernet in the Show pull-down menu.  Select Manually in the Configure pull-down menu.  Input the Static IP Address, the Subnet Mask and the Router IP Address in the appropriate fields.  Click Apply Now. D-Link Systems, Inc.
  • Page 73 DWL-300AP User’s Manual Networking Basics  Go to the Apple Menu and select System Preferences. Click on Network.  Select Built-in Ethernet in the Show pull-down menu.  Select Using DHCP in the Configure pull-down menu.  D-Link Systems, Inc.
  • Page 74 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. A good wireless connection will show four replies from the wireless router or access point, as shown. D-Link Systems, Inc.

  • Page 75: Troubleshooting

     Do a Ping test to make sure that the DWL-300AP is responding. Go to Start>Run>Type Command>Type ping 192.168.0.50. A successful ping will show four replies. Note: If you have changed the default IP address, make sure to ping the correct IP address assigned to the DWL-300AP. D-Link Systems, Inc.
  • Page 76 Networking Basics. If you are entering a DNS Server address you must also enter the Default Gateway Address. (Remember that if you have a DHCP-capable router, you will not need to assign a static IP address. See Networking Basics: Assigning a Static IP Address.) D-Link Systems, Inc.
  • Page 77 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.  Go to Start > My Computer > Properties.  Select the Hardware Tab.  Click Device Manager. D-Link Systems, Inc.
  • Page 78 DWL-300AP User’s Manual Troubleshooting Double-click on Network Adapters.  Right-click on D-Link AirPlus DWL-G650 Wireless Cardbus Adapter. (In this example we  use the DWL-G650; you may be using other network adapters, but the procedure will remain the same.)  Select Properties to check that the drivers are installed properly.
  • Page 79 4. What variables may cause my wireless products to lose reception? D-Link products let you access your network from virtually anywhere you want. However, the positioning of the products within your environment will affect the wireless range. Please refer to Installation Considerations in the Wireless Basics section of this manual for further information about the most advantageous placement of your D-Link wireless products.
  • Page 80  Reset the DWL-300AP to its factory default settings and restore the other devices on your network to their default settings. You may do this by pressing the Reset button on the back of the unit. You will lose the current configuration settings. D-Link Systems, Inc.

  • Page 81: Technical Specifications

    Environmental factors may adversely affect wireless signal range. ** Environmental conditions may adversely affect wireless signal range. D-Link Systems, Inc.
  • Page 82 • Mbps: -90dBm • 5.5Mbps: -89dBm • 11Mbps: -85dBm For 80.11g: • 1Mbps: -94dBm • Mbps: -90dBm • 5.5Mbps: -89dBm • 6Mbps: -90dBm • 9Mbps: -84dBm • 11Mbps: -85dBm • 1Mbps: -8dBm • 18Mbps: -80dBm • 4Mbps: -77dBm D-Link Systems, Inc.
  • Page 83 Humidity • Operating: 10%~90% (non-condensing) • Storing: 5%~95% (non-condensing) Certifications • FCC • WiFi Dimensions • L = 10.93 inches (77.7mm) • W = 6.10 inches (155mm) • H = 1.77 inches (45mm) Warranty • 1 Year D-Link Systems, Inc.

  • Page 84: Contacting Technical Support

    Contacting Technical Support Contacting Technical Support Technical Support You can find software updates and user documentation on the D-Link website. U.S. and Canadian customers can contact D-Link Technical Support through our website, or by phone. Tech Support for customers within the United States:...

  • Page 85: Warranty

    Warranty Period or ninety (90) days, whichever is longer, and is subject to the same limitations and exclusions. If a material defect is incapable of correction, or if D-Link determines that it is not practical to repair or replace the defective Hardware, the actual 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 86 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 87: Registration

    DWL-300AP User’s Manual Registration Registration Product registration is entirely voluntary and failure to complete or return this form will not diminish your warranty rights. Version .60 September 4, 008 D-Link Systems, Inc.

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