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  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    DWL-3200AP User’s Manual Table of Contents Table of Contents Table of Contents ................2 Package Contents ................3 Introduction ..................4 Features and Benefits............... 6 Wireless Basics................7 Three Operational Modes ............... 10 Getting Started................11 Connecting PoE................12 Using the Configuration Menu ............13 Using the AP Manager ..............

  • Page 3: Package Contents

    Mounting Plate Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage than the one included with the DWL-3200AP will cause damage and void the warranty for this product. If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller.

  • Page 4: Introduction

    files are able to move across the network quickly. The DWL-3200AP is capable of operating in one of 3 different modes to meet your wireless networking needs.The DWL-3200AP can operate as an access point, access point-to-multi-point bridging mode with AP function, or access point-to-multi-point bridging mode without AP function.
  • Page 5 Introduction DWL-3200AP User’s Manual WPA-Enterprise is ideal for businesses that have existing security infrastructures in place. Management and security implementation can now be centralized on a server participating on the network. Utilizing 802.1x with a RADIUS (Remote Authentication Dial-in User Service) server, a network adminstrator can define a list of authorized users who can access the wireless LAN.When attempting to access a wireless LAN with WPA-...

  • Page 6: Features And Benefits

    AP Manager Setup Wizard - The new Setup Wizard makes network  configuration quick and simple. SNMP for Management - The DWL-3200AP is not just fast but it also supports  SNMP v.3 for a better network management. Superior wireless AP manager software is bundled with the DWL-3200AP for network configuration and...

  • 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 Wireless Basics DWL-3200AP User’s Manual Standards-Based Technology The DWL-3200AP Managed Wireless Access Point utilizes the 802.11b and the 802.11g standards. The IEEE 802.11g standard is an extension of the 802.11b standard. It increases the maximum wireless signal rate of up to 54Mbps* (maximum wireless signal rate of up to 108Mbps* in Super G mode) within the 2.4GHz band, utilizing OFDM technology.

  • Page 9: Installation Considerations

    Keep the number of walls and ceilings between the DWL-3200AP and other network devices to a minimum - each wall or ceiling can reduce your DWL-3200AP’s range from 3-90 feet (1-30 meters.) Position your devices so that the number of walls or ceilings is minimized.

  • Page 10: Three Operational Modes

    DWL-3200AP User’s Manual Three Operational Modes D-Link Systems, Inc.

  • Page 11: Getting Started

    Connect the DWL-3200AP to the PoE base unit. (See the printed Quick Installation Guide included with the DWL-3200AP.) If you are connecting a desktop computer to your network, install the D-Link DWL-G520 wireless PCI adapter into an available PCI slot on your desktop computer.

  • Page 12: Connecting Poe

    Step 1 Connect one end of an Ethernet cable (included with your package) to the LAN port on the DWL-3200AP and the other end of the Ethernet cable to the port labeled P+DATA OUT on the PoE base unit. Connect another Ethernet cable from the...

  • Page 13: Using The Configuration Menu

    DWL-3200AP and your computer are in the same subnet. After the connection is established, you will see the user identification window as shown. Note: If you have changed the default IP address assigned to the DWL-3200AP, make sure to enter the correct IP address. ...
  • Page 14 DWL-3200AP User’s Manual Using the Configuration Menu Home > Wizard The Home>Wizard screen will appear. Please refer to the Quick Installation Guide for more information regarding the Setup Wizard. These buttons appear on most of the configuration screens in this section. Please click on the appropriate button at the bottom of each screen after you have made a configuration change.
  • Page 15 DWL-3200AP User’s Manual Using the Configuration Menu Home > Wireless > AP mode Wireless Band: IEEE 802.11g Mode: Access Point is selected from the pull-down menu. SSID: Service Set Identifier (SSID) is the name designated for a specific wireless local area network (WLAN). The SSID’s factory default setting is default.
  • Page 16 Using the Configuration Menu DWL-3200AP User’s Manual Home > Wireless > AP mode (continued) Authentication: Open System Shared Key Open System/Shared Key WPA-EAP WPA-PSK WPA2-EAP WPA2-PSK WPA-Auto-EAP WPA-Auto-PSK Select Open System to communicate the key across the network. Select Shared Key to limit communication to only those devices that share the same WEP settings.
  • Page 17 DWL-3200AP User’s Manual Using the Configuration Menu Home > Wireless > AP mode > WPA-EAP Cipher Type: When you select WPA-EAP, you must select AES, AUTO or TKIP from the pull down menu. Group Key Update Select the interval during which the group key will be valid.
  • Page 18 DWL-3200AP User’s Manual Using the Configuration Menu Home > Wireless > AP mode > WPA-PSK Cipher Type: When you select WPA-PSK, please select AES, AUTO orTKIP from the pull down menu. Group Key Update Select the interval during which the group key wll be valid.The default Interval: value of 1800 is recommended.
  • Page 19 DWL-3200AP User’s Manual Home > Wireless > WDS with AP mode In WDS with AP mode, the DWL-3200AP wirelessly connects multiple networks, while still functioning as a wireless AP. Wireless Band: IEEE 802.11g Mode: WDS with AP mode is selected from the pull-down menu.
  • Page 20 DWL-3200AP User’s Manual Home > Wireless > WDS with AP mode (continued) Remote AP MAC Enter the MAC addresses of the APs in your network that will serve Address: as bridges to wirelessly connect mulitple networks. Authentication: Select Open System to communicate the key across the network.
  • Page 21 DWL-3200AP User’s Manual Home > Wireless > WDS In WDS mode, the DWL-3200AP wirelessly connects multiple networks, without functioning as a wireless AP. Wireless Band: IEEE 802.11g Mode: WDS is selected from the pull-down menu. SSID: Service Set Identifier (SSID) is the name designated for a specific wireless local area network (WLAN).
  • Page 22 DWL-3200AP User’s Manual Home > Wireless > WDS (continued) Remote AP MAC Enter the MAC addresses of the APs in your network that will serve Address: as bridges to wirelessly connect mulitple networks. Authentication: Select Open System to communicate the key across the network.
  • Page 23 LAN is short for Local Area Network. This is considered your internal network. These are the IP settings of the LAN interface for the DWL-3200AP. These settings may be referred to as private settings.You may change the LAN IP address if needed. The LAN IP address is private to your internal network and cannot be seen on the Internet.
  • Page 24 DWL-3200AP User’s Manual Using the Configuration Menu Advanced > Performance Wireless Band: IEEE 802.11g Frequency: The frequency is 2.437GHz for channel 6. Channel: The default channel is 6. Data Rate:* The Data Rates are Auto, 1Mbps, 2Mbps, 5.5Mbps, 6Mbps, 9Mbps, 11Mbps, 12Mbps, 18Mbps, 24Mbps, 36Mbps, 48Mbps, 54Mbps.
  • Page 25 DWL-3200AP User’s Manual Using the Configuration Menu (Delivery Traffic Indication Message) - Select a setting between 1and DTIM: 255. 1 is the default setting. DTIM is a countdown informing clients of the next window for listening to broadcast and multicast messages.
  • Page 26 Using the Configuration Menu DWL-3200AP User’s Manual Advanced > Filters > Wireless Access Settings Wireless Band: IEEE 802.11g Access Control: Select Disabled to disable the filters function. Select Accept to accept only those devices with MAC addresses in the Access Control List.
  • Page 27 DWL-3200AP User’s Manual Using the Configuration Menu Advanced > Filters > WLAN Partition Wireless Band: IEEE 802.11g Internal Station Enabling this feature allows wireless clients to communicate with Connection: each other. If this is disabled, wireless stations of the selected band are not allowed to exchange data through the access point.
  • Page 28 IP addresses automatically without the need to manually assign new IP addresses. Select Enable to allow the DWL-3200AP to function as a DHCP server. IP Assigned From: Input the first IP address available for assignment in your network.
  • Page 29 Server) translates domain names such as www.dlink.com into IP addresses. Domain Name: Enter the domain name of the DWL-3200AP, if applicable. (An example of a domain name is: www.dlink.com.) Lease Time The Lease Time is the period of time before the DHCP server will (60-31536000 assign new IP addresses.
  • Page 30 IP addresses automatically without the need to manually assign IP addresses. Select Enable to allow the DWL-3200AP to function as a DHCP server. Assigned IP: Use the Static Pool Settings to assign the same IP address to a device at every restart.The IP addresses assigned in the Static Pool...
  • Page 31 The DNS translates domain names such as www.dlink.com into IP addresses. Domain Name: Enter the domain name of the DWL-3200AP, if applicable. Status: This option turns the Static Pool settings ON or OFF. Advanced > DHCP Server > Current IP Mapping List This screen displays information about the current DHCP dynamic and static IP address pools.
  • Page 32 Using the Configuration Menu DWL-3200AP User’s Manual Advanced > DHCP Server > Current IP Mapping List (continued) Binding MAC The MAC address of a device on the network that is within the DHCP address: dynamic IP address pool. The current corresponding DHCP-assigned dynamic IP address of Assigned IP address: the device.
  • Page 33 DWL-3200AP User’s Manual Using the Configuration Menu Advanced > Multi-SSID If you want to configure the Guest and Internal networks on Virtual LAN (VLANs), the switch and DHCP server you are using must suppport VLANs. As a prerequisite step, configure a port on the switch for handling VLAN tagged packets as described in the IEEE802.1Q standard.
  • Page 34 DWL-3200AP User’s Manual Using the Configuration Menu Advanced > Multi-SSID (continued) Master SSID: The Master SSID and Security can not be changed here. Those values follow the settings in Home>Wireless. When you Enable Guest SSID you can name each guest SSID.The...
  • Page 35 DWL-3200AP User’s Manual Using the Configuration Menu Tools > Admin User Name: Enter a user name. The default setting is admin. To change your password, enter the old password here. Old Password: New Password: Enter your new password here. Confirm New Password: Enter your new password again.
  • Page 36 DWL-3200AP User’s Manual Tools > System Apply Settings and Click Restart to apply the system settings and restart the Restart: DWL-3200AP. Restore to Factory Click Restore to return the DWL-3200AP to its factory default Default Settings: settings. D-Link Systems, Inc.
  • Page 37 Using the Configuration Menu DWL-3200AP User’s Manual Tools > Firmware Update File: After you have downloaded the most recent version of the firmware from http://support.dlink.com to your hard drive, you can Browse your hard drive to locate the downloaded file. Select the file and click OK to update the firmware.
  • Page 38 Using the Configuration Menu DWL-3200AP User’s Manual Tools > Cfg File Update File: Browse for the configuration settings that you have saved to your hard drive. Click OK after you have selected the settings file. Load Settings to the Loacl Hard Drive: Click OK to save the selected settings to your hard drive.
  • Page 39 Using the Configuration Menu DWL-3200AP User’s Manual Tools > Cfg File > Choose file When you click Browse in the previous screen, the dialog box shown above appears. Select the file you wish to download and click Open. The dialog box above will appear as the device restarts. Please wait for a few...
  • Page 40 Using the Configuration Menu DWL-3200AP User’s Manual Tools > Misc > Telnet Settings Telnet is a program that allows you to control your network from a single PC. Status: Telnet is enabled by default. Timeout: Select a time period after which a session timeout will occur.
  • Page 41 Using the Configuration Menu DWL-3200AP User’s Manual Status > Device Info This window displays the settings of the DWL-3200AP, the firmware Device version and the MAC address. Information: D-Link Systems, Inc.
  • Page 42 Using the Configuration Menu DWL-3200AP User’s Manual Status > Stats This window displays the statistics of the IEEE 802.11g network. WLAN 802.11G Traffic Statistics: D-Link Systems, Inc.
  • Page 43 DWL-3200AP User’s Manual Using the Configuration Menu Status > Client Info Client Information: Select this option to obtain information on wireless clients. (A client is a device on the network that is communicating with the DWL-3200AP.) The following information is available for each client that is communicating with the DWL-3200AP.
  • Page 44 Using the Configuration Menu DWL-3200AP User’s Manual Help Help: Click on any item in the Help screen for more information. D-Link Systems, Inc.

  • Page 45: Using The Ap Manager

    With AP Manager there is no need to configure devices individually. To launch the AP Manager: • Go to the Start Menu • Select Programs • Select D-Link AirPremier AP Manager • Select DWL-3200AP Discovering Devices Click on this button to discover the devices available on the network.
  • Page 46 Using the AP Manager DWL-3200AP User’s Manual Selecting Devices The AP Manager allows you to configure multiple devices all at once. To select a single device, simply click on the device you want to select. To select multiple devices, hold down the Ctrl key while clicking on each additional device.
  • Page 47 DWL-3200AP User’s Manual Using the AP Manager Device Configuration Click on this button to access the configuration properties of the selected device(s). The device configuration window allows you to configure settings but does not actually apply the settings to the device unless you click the Apply button. You can also save and load configuration files from this window.
  • Page 48 Using the AP Manager DWL-3200AP User’s Manual Device Configuration > General When selecting multiple devices for configuration, some options are unavailable for configuration by default as noted(*) below: Device Name(*): This allows you to change the device name for the selected access point.
  • Page 49 Using the AP Manager DWL-3200AP User’s Manual Device Configuration > General (continued) DHCP client: There is a pulldown menu to select enabled or disabled. When enabled, the selected device(s) will function as a DHCP client(s). This allows them to receive IP configuration information from a DHCP server.
  • Page 50 Using the AP Manager DWL-3200AP User’s Manual Device Configuration > Wireless Wireless: Check to enable wireless mode. SSID: The Service Set (network) Identifier of your wireless network. Channel: Allows you to select a channel. 6 is the default setting. SSID Broadcast: Allows you to enable or disable the broadcasting of the SSID to network clients.
  • Page 51 Using the AP Manager DWL-3200AP User’s Manual Device Configuration > Wireless Beacon Interval Beacons are packets sent by an access point to synchronize a (20~1000): network. Specify the beacon value for the selected device(s) here. The default value of 100 is recommended.
  • Page 52 DWL-3200AP User’s Manual Using the AP Manager Device Configuration > Security > Open and Shared The Security tab contains the WEP configuration settings on the intial page. If you select WPA as the authentication type, an additional tab will appear with the WPA configuration options based on your selection.
  • Page 53 DWL-3200AP User’s Manual Using the AP Manager Device Configuration > Security > Open and Shared Encryption: Enable or disable encryption on the selected device(s). Active Key Index: Select which defined key is active on the selected device(s). Select the key size (64-bit, 128-bit, or 152-bit) and key type (HEX or Key Values: ASCII) and then enter a string to use as the key.
  • Page 54 Using the AP Manager DWL-3200AP User’s Manual Device Configuration > Security > WPA Cipher Type: Select Auto, TKIP, or AES from the pulldown menu. Group Key Update Select the interval during which the group key will be vaild. 1800 is the Interval: recommended setting.
  • Page 55 DWL-3200AP User’s Manual Using the AP Manager Device Configuration > Security > WPA-PSK Cipher Type: Select auto, TKIP, or AES from the pulldown menu. Group Key Update Select the interval during which the group key will be valid. 1800 is the recommended setting.
  • Page 56 Using the AP Manager DWL-3200AP User’s Manual Device Configuration > Filters Enabling this allows wireless clients to communicate with each other. Internal Station When this option is disabled, wireless stations are not allowed to Connection: exchange data through the access point.
  • Page 57 DWL-3200AP User’s Manual Using the AP Manager Device Configuration > AP Mode Access Point: There are 3 AP modes: Access Point WDS with AP Please see the following pages for an explanation of the other 2 AP modes. D-Link Systems, Inc.
  • Page 58 Using the AP Manager DWL-3200AP User’s Manual Device Configuration > AP Mode > WDS with AP WDS with AP: Allows you to connect multiple wireless LANs together, while still functioning as an AP. If enabled, you must enter the MAC address of the other DWL-3200APs.
  • Page 59 Using the AP Manager DWL-3200AP User’s Manual Device Configuration > WDS WDS: Allows you to connect multiple wireless LANs together. All other LANs must be using DWL-3200APs. When enabled, you must enter the MAC address of the other DWL-3200APs. D-Link Systems, Inc.
  • Page 60 Using the AP Manager DWL-3200AP User’s Manual Device Configuration > DHCP DHCP Server: Enable or disable the DHCP server function. Dynamic Pool Click to enable Dynamic Pool Settings. Configure the IP address Settings: pool in the fields below. Click to enable Static Pool Settings. Use this function to assign the...
  • Page 61 Device Configuration > DHCP (continued) DNS: The IP address of the DNS server, if applicable. Domain Name: Enter the domain name of the DWL-3200AP, if applicable. Lease Time: The period of time that the client will retain the assigned IP address. Status: This option turns the dynamic pool settings on or off.
  • Page 62 DWL-3200AP User’s Manual Device Configuration > Client Info Client Info: Select this option to obtain information on wireless clients. (A client is a device on the network that is communicating with the DWL-3200AP) MAC Address: Displays the MAC address of the client.
  • Page 63 DWL-3200AP User’s Manual Device Configuration > Multi-SSID The DWL-3200AP offers configuration using Multiple SSIDs, allowing for a virtually segregated station by sharing the same channel. One primary SSID can be associated with up to 3 guest SSIDs. Because guest SSIDs cannot be scanned by site survey tools, users cannot associate with guest SSIDs unless they know the exact SSID and security setting.
  • Page 64 Using the AP Manager Configuration Files The DWL-3200AP allows you to save the device settings to a configuration file. To save a configuration file follow these steps: Select a device from the Device List on the main screen of the AP Manager.
  • Page 65 Using the AP Manager DWL-3200AP User’s Manual To load a previously saved configuration file, follow these steps: Select a device from the Device List on the main screen of the AP Manager.  Click the device configuration button.  Click the Open button.
  • Page 66 Using the AP Manager DWL-3200AP User’s Manual Firmware You can upgrade the firmware by clicking on this button after selecting the device(s). To upgrade the firmware: Download the latest firmware upgrade from http://support.dlink.com  to an easy to find location on your hard drive.

  • Page 67: System Settings

    DWL-3200AP User’s Manual Using the AP Manager System Settings You can customize the basic System Settings for the DWL-3200AP by clicking on this button. Access Password: This sets the admin password for the selected  device(s). Auto Refresh: This setting allows you to enable auto refreshing ...

  • Page 68: Setup Wizard

    DWL-3200AP User’s Manual Using the AP Manager Setup Wizard This button will launch the Setup Wizard that will guide you through device configuration. Click Next. D-Link Systems, Inc.
  • Page 69 DWL-3200AP User’s Manual Using the AP Manager Setup Wizard (continued) Enter a Password and retype it in the Verify Password field. Click Next. D-Link Systems, Inc.
  • Page 70 DWL-3200AP User’s Manual Using the AP Manager Setup Wizard (continued) Enter the SSID and the Channel for the IEEE network. Click Next. If you want to enable Encryption, enter the Encryption values here. Click Next. D-Link Systems, Inc.
  • Page 71 Using the AP Manager DWL-3200AP User’s Manual Setup Wizard (continued) The DWL-3200AP setup is complete! D-Link Systems, Inc.
  • Page 72 Using the AP Manager DWL-3200AP User’s Manual Refresh Click on this button to refresh the list of devices available on the network. Devices with a checkmark next to them are still available on the network. Devices with an X are no longer available on the network.

  • Page 73: Networking Basics

    DWL-3200AP User’s Manual 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 and http://www.microsoft.com/windows2000 for information about networking computers...
  • Page 74 DWL-3200AP User’s Manual Networking Basics 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 75 DWL-3200AP 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 76 DWL-3200AP 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 77 DWL-3200AP User’s Manual Networking Basics 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 78 DWL-3200AP User’s Manual Networking Basics 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 79 DWL-3200AP User’s Manual Networking Basics 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 80 DWL-3200AP User’s Manual Networking Basics Naming Your Computer To name your computer n 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. ...
  • Page 81 Networking Basics DWL-3200AP User’s Manual 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 Address range (see Getting Started in this manual for a definition of IP Address Range.)
  • Page 82 DWL-3200AP User’s Manual Networking Basics This window will appear: Click the Support tab.  Click Close.  D-Link Systems, Inc.
  • Page 83 DWL-3200AP User’s Manual Networking Basics Assigning a Static IP Address in Windows XP/2000 Note: DHCP-enabled routers will automatically assign IP addresses to the computers on the network, using DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) technology. If you are using a DHCP-capable router you will not need to assign static IP addresses.
  • Page 84 DWL-3200AP User’s Manual Networking Basics Right-click on Local Area Connections.  Double-click on Properties.  Click on Internet Protocol (TCP/IP).  Click Properties.  Input your IP address and subnet mask. (The IP addresses on your network  must be within the same range. For example, if one computer has an IP address of 192.168.0.2, the other computers should have IP addresses that are sequential,...
  • Page 85 DWL-3200AP User’s Manual Networking Basics Input your DNS server addresses. (Note: If you are entering a DNS server, you  must enter the IP address of the default gateway.) The DNS server information will be supplied by your ISP (Internet Service Provider.) Click OK.
  • Page 86 DWL-3200AP User’s Manual Networking Basics 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.
  • Page 87 DWL-3200AP 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 88 DWL-3200AP User’s Manual Networking Basics Click Apply Now.  The IP Address, Subnet mask, and the Router’s IP Address will appear in a few  seconds. Checking the Wireless Connection by Pinging in Windows XP and 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 89: Troubleshooting

    1. The computer used to configure the DWL-3200AP cannot access the Configuration menu. Check that the Ethernet LED on the DWL-3200AP is ON. If the LED is not ON,  check that the cable for the Ethernet connection is securely inserted.
  • Page 90 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-3200AP 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 91 DWL-3200AP User’s Manual Troubleshooting 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 92 DWL-3200AP 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 93 Make sure that the SSID on the router and the wireless client are exactly the same. If they are not, wireless connection will not be established.  Move the DWL-3200AP and the wireless client into the same room and then test the wireless connection. Disable all security settings.
  • Page 94 7. I forgot my encryption key.  Reset the DWL-3200AP 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.

  • Page 95: Technical Specifications

    DWL-3200AP User’s Manual Technical Specifications Technical Specifications Standards • IEEE 802.11b • IEEE 802.11g • IEEE 802.3 • IEEE 802.3u • IEEE 802.3x Device Management • Web-Based – Internet Explorer v6 or later; Netscape Navigator v7 or later; or other Java-enabled browsers.
  • Page 96 DWL-3200AP User’s Manual Technical Specifications Radio and Modulation Type For 802.11b: DSSS: • DBPSK @ 1Mbps • DQPSK @ 2Mbps • CCK @ 5.5 and 11Mbps For 802.11a/g: OFDM: • BPSK @ 6 and 9Mbps • QPSK @ 12 and 18Mbps •...
  • Page 97 DWL-3200AP User’s Manual Receiver Sensitivity For 802.11b: • 1Mbps: -94dBm • 2Mbps: -91dBm • 5.5Mbps: -89dBm • 11Mbps: -85dBm For 802.11g: • 1Mbps: -94dBm • 2Mbps: -90dBm • 5.5Mbps: -89dBm • 6Mbps: -90dBm • 9Mbps: -84dBm • 11Mbps: -85dBm • 12Mbps: -82dBm •...

  • Page 98: Contacting Technical Support

    Contacting 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 web site, or by phone.

  • Page 99: Warranty

    D-Link at an Authorized D-Link Service Office. The replacement Hardware need not be new or have an identical make, model or part. D-Link may in its sole discretion replace the defective Hardware (or any part thereof) with any reconditioned product that D-Link reasonably determines is substantially equivalent (or superior) in all material respects to the defective Hardware.
  • Page 100 Products shall be fully insured by the customer. D-Link will not be held responsible for any packages that are lost in transit to D-Link. The repaired or replaced packages will be shipped to the customer via UPS Ground or any common carrier selected by D-Link, with shipping charges prepaid. Expedited shipping is available if shipping charges are prepaid by the customer and upon request.
  • Page 101 THE LIMITED WARRANTY PROVIDED HEREIN, THE ENTIRE RISK AS TO THE QUALITY, SELECTION AND PERFORMANCE OF THE PRODUCT IS WITH THE PURCHASER OF THE PRODUCT. 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...
  • Page 102 DWL-3200AP User’s Manual Warranty For detailed warranty outside the United States, please contact corresponding local D-Link office. 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.

  • Page 103: Registration

    DWL-3200AP User’s Manual Registration Registration Product registration is entirely voluntary and failure to complete or return this form will not diminish your warranty rights. 053105 D-Link Systems, Inc.

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