D-Link AirPlus DWL-G730AP Manual
D-Link AirPlus DWL-G730AP Manual

D-Link AirPlus DWL-G730AP Manual

802.11g/2.4ghz wireless pocket router/ap
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D-Link AirPlus G™
DWL-G730AP
802.11g/2.4GHz
Wireless Pocket Router/AP
Manual
Building Networks for People

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  • Page 1 D-Link AirPlus G™ DWL-G730AP 802.11g/2.4GHz Wireless Pocket Router/AP Manual Building Networks for People...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Package Contents ... 3 Introduction ... 4 Wireless Basics ... 6 Hardware Overview ... 8 Getting Started in AP Mode ... 9 Getting Started in Client Mode ... 10 Getting Started in Router Mode ...11 Using the Configuration Utility in AP Mode ... 12 Using the Configuration Utility in AP Client Mode ...
  • 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-G730AP will cause damage and void the warranty for this product. Computer with Windows XP/2000/Me operating system with an installed Ethernet adapter Internet Explorer version 6.0 or Netscape Navigator version...
  • Page 4: Introduction

    With 3 different operating modes, the versatile DWL-G730AP can be used as a portable access point, AP client or router. At up to five times the speed of previous wireless devices (maximum wireless signal rate up to 54Mbps*), you can work faster and more efficiently, increasing productivity.
  • Page 5 Up to 5X Faster with AirPlus G Products - maximum wireless signal rate up  to 54Mbps.* With increased data rate and capacity, the DWL-G730AP delivers media rich content such as digital images, videos, and MP3 files much faster than standard 802.11b networks.
  • 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: Keep the number of walls and ceilings between the DWL-G730AP and other network devices to a minimum - each wall or ceiling can reduce your DWL- G730AP’s range from 3-90 feet (1-30 meters.) Position your devices so that...
  • Page 8: Hardware Overview

    Hardware Overview Top Panel P o w e r L E D : S o l i d indicates a connection to a good power source. LAN LED: Ethernet connection. Blinking indicates activity on the Ethernet network. Mode Selection Switch: Used to select AP, client, or router mode.
  • Page 9: Getting Started In Ap Mode

    Connect the Cable or DSL modem to your broadband router (see the Quick Installation Guide included with your router.) Connect the router to the D-Link AirPlus G DWL-G730AP (in access point mode). (See the Quick Installation Guide included with the DWL-G730AP.)
  • Page 10: Getting Started In Client Mode

    Connect the Cable or DSL modem to your broadband router (see the Quick Installation Guide included with your router.) Connect the D-Link AirPlus G DWL-G730AP (in client mode) to your laptop. (See the Quick Installation Guide included with the DWL-G730AP.)
  • Page 11: Getting Started In Router Mode

    Consult with your Cable or DSL provider for proper installation of the modem. Connect the modem to the D-Link AirPlus G DWL-G730AP (in router mode). (See the Quick Installation Guide included with the DWL-G730AP.) If you are connecting a desktop computer in your network, you can install the D-Link AirPlus G DWL-G510 wireless PCI adapter into an available PCI slot on your desktop computer.
  • Page 12: Using The Configuration Utility In Ap Mode

    Open the web browser Type in the IP address of the  DWL-G730AP. (192.168.0.30). Note: If you have changed the default IP address assigned to the DWL-G730AP, make sure to enter the correct IP address. Type admin in the ...
  • Page 13 Using the Configuration Utility in 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- SSID: (Service Set Identifier) default name that identifies a network. All devices on a network must share the same SSID name in order to communicate on the network.
  • Page 14 Using the Configuration Utility in SSID: (Service Set Identifier) Default the default setting. 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 15 Using the Configuration Utility in SSID: (Service Set Identifier) Default is the default setting. 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 16 Home > LAN Dynamic IP Address: automatically assigned to the DWL-G730AP 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 17 Home > DHCP DHCP Server: Select Enabled or Disabled. Disabled is the default setting. If you want to use the DWL-G730AP as a DHCP server, to automatically assign dynamic IP addresses on the network, you will select Enabled. Starting IP Address: starting point of the IP address range for your network.
  • Page 18 Using the Configuration Utility in 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 2432. If you encounter inconsistent data flow, only minor modifications to the value range between 256...
  • Page 19 MAC Filters to allow or deny wireless clients (identified by their MAC addresses) access to the DWL-G730AP. You can manually add a MAC address or select the MAC address from the list of clients that are currently connected to the router The default setting is Disabled MAC Filters.
  • Page 20 Restore: You may also reset the DWL-G730AP back to factory settings by clicking on Restore. Make sure to save the unit’s settings before clicking on Restore. You will lose your current settings when you click Restore.
  • Page 21 Using the Configuration Utility in Tools > Firmware You can upgrade the firmware of the DWL-G730AP on this page. When you click Click here to check... in this window you will be connnected to D-Link’s website, where you can download the latest firmware update.
  • Page 22 Using the Configuration Utility in Status > Log View Log The DWL-G730AP keeps a running log of events and activities occurring on the AP. If the device is rebooted, the logs are automatically cleared. You may save the log files under Log Setting.
  • Page 23 Using the Configuration Utility in Traffic Statistics The DWL-G730AP keeps statistics of traffic that passes through it. You are able to view the amount of packets that pass through the Ethernet and wireless portions of the network. The traffic counter will reset if the device is rebooted.
  • Page 24: Using The Configuration Utility In Ap Client Mode

    Type in the IP address of the AP Client (http://192.168.0.30)  Note: if you have changed the default IP address assigned to the DWL-G730AP, make sure to enter the correct IP address. Type admin in the User Name field ...
  • Page 25: Ap Client Mode

    Using the Configuration Utility in Home > Wireless SSID- Service Set Iden- tifier (SSID) is the name designated for a specific wireless local area network (WLAN). The SSID’s factory default set- ting is default. The SSID can be easily changed to connect to an existing wire- less network or to establish a new wire-...
  • Page 26 Using the Configuration Utility in SSID- Service Set Identifier (SSID) is the name designated for a specific wirelesslocal area network (WLAN). The SSID’s factory default setting is default. The SSID can be easily changed to connect to an existing wireless network or to establish a new wireless network.
  • Page 27 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-G730AP. 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 28: Beacon Interval

    Using the Configuration Utility in 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 2432. If you encounter inconsistent data flow, only minor modi- fications to the value range...
  • Page 29 Using the Configuration Utility in Tools > Admin Administrator Settings New Password- Confirm Password- AP Client Mode Enter the password. Enter the password again. (continued)
  • Page 30 Using the Configuration Utility in Tools > System The current system settings can be saved as a file onto the local hard drive. To reload a system settings file, click on Browse to browse the local hard drive and locate the system file to be used.
  • Page 31 You can upgrade the firmware of the router here. Make sure the firmware you want to use is on the local hard drive of the computer. Check the D-Link support site for firmware updates at http://support.dlink.com and download firmware upgrades to your hard drive.
  • Page 32 Using the Configuration Utility in Status > Device Info This screen displays the current firmware version, and the current wireless and Ethernet settings of the DWL-G730AP. AP Client Mode (continued)
  • Page 33 Status > Stats This screen displays theTraffic Statistics. Here you can view the amount of packets that pass through the DWL-G730AP on both the Ethernet and the wireless networks. The traffic counter will reset if the device is rebooted. AP Client Mode...
  • Page 34 Using the Configuration Utility in Help The Help menu is displayed here. Click on a topic to learn more about it. AP Client Mode (continued)
  • Page 35: Using The Configuration Utility In Router Mode

    DWL-G730AP is operating in Router mode. To run the setup wizard, establish a wireless connection with the DWL-G730AP and follow the steps below. To use the DWL-G730AP as a router, toggle the switch on the back of the unit. Open the Web browser ...
  • Page 36 Using the Configuration Utility in SSID- Service Set Identifier (SSID) is the name designated for a spe- cific wireless local area network (WLAN). The SSID’s factory default setting is default. The SSID can be easily changed to connect to an existing wireless network or to establish a new wireless network.
  • Page 37 Using the Configuration Utility in Home > Wireless > WPA-PSK SSID: (Service Set Identifier) default is the default setting. 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 38 Using the Configuration Utility in Dynamic IP Address is selected here. Other options include: Static IP Address (if your ISP provides you with a static IP a d d r e s s ) , P P P o E (for most DSL users), PPTP (for Europe) and BigPond Cable...
  • Page 39 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-G730AP. 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 40 Using the Configuration Utility in DHCP stands for Dynamic Host Control Protocol. The DWL-G730AP has a built- in DHCP server. The DHCP Server will automatically assign an IP address to the computers on the LAN/private network. Be sure to set your computers to be DHCP clients by setting their TCP/IP settings to “Obtain an IP...
  • Page 41 Using the Configuration Utility in Advanced > Virtual Server The DWL-G730AP can be configured as a virtual server so that remote users accessing Web or FTP services via the public IP address can be automatically redirected to local servers in the LAN (Local Area Network).
  • Page 42 Using the Configuration Utility in Advanced > Virtual Server (continued) Virtual Server- Name- Private IP- Protocol Type- Private Port- Public Port- Schedule- Example #1: Select Enabled or Disabled. Enter the name referencing the virtual service. The server computer in the LAN (Local Area Network) that will be providing the virtual services.
  • Page 43 Using the Configuration Utility in Advanced > Virtual Server (continued) Click on this icon to edit the virtual service Click on this icon to delete the virtual service Example #2: If you have an FTP server that you wanted Internet users to access by WAN port 2100 and only during the weekends, you would need to enable it as such.
  • Page 44 Public Port: Public Type: Special Applications List The DWL-G730AP provides some predefined applications in the table on the bottom of the Web page. Select the application you want to use and enable it. Advanced > Applications This is the name referencing the special application.
  • Page 45: Router Mode

    Filters are used to deny or allow LAN (Local Area Network) computers from accessing the Internet. The DWL-G730AP can be setup to deny internal computers by their IP or MAC addresses. The DWL-G730AP can also block users from accessing restricted web sites.
  • Page 46 Using the Configuration Utility in Advanced > Filters > URL Blocking URL Blocking: Delete: Apply: Select Enable or Disable. Enter the words or word contained in the URL that you wish to block. Click Apply to activate the URL blocking. Select the URL block that you want to delete.
  • Page 47 Using the Configuration Utility in Advanced > Filters > MAC Filters Disable MAC Filters: Allow: Deny: Name: Enter a name for the device. Clear: Click Clear to erase the name. MAC Address: Clone: Apply: Click to Disable MAC Filters. Allow only those devices with the listed MAC addresses access to the network.
  • Page 48 Using the Configuration Utility in Advanced > Filters > Domain Blocking Disable: Allow: Deny: Permitted Domains: Blocked Domains: Delete: Click Disable to disable domain blocking. Click Allow to allow access to all domains except Blocked Domains. Click Deny to deny access to all domains except Permitted Domains.
  • Page 49 Firewall Rules. Firewall Rules contain all network firewall rules pertaining to IP (Internet Protocol). Note: The DWL-G730AP MAC Address filtering rules have precedence over the Firewall Rules. Firewall Rules- Name- Action- Source- Destination- Schedule- In the Firewall Rules List at the bottom of the screen,rules are prioritized from the top (highest priority) to the bottom (lowest priority.)
  • Page 50 If you have a client PC that cannot run Internet applications properly from behind the DWL-G730AP, then you can set the client up for unrestricted Internet access. Allowing a computer to be exposed to the Internet, this feature is useful for gaming purposes.
  • Page 51 Using the Configuration Utility in Advanced > Performance 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 2432.
  • Page 52 Using the Configuration Utility in Tools > Admin At this page, the DWL-G730AP administrator can change the system password. There are two accounts that can access the router’s Web-management interface. They are admin and user. Admin has read/write access while user has read-only access. The user can only view the settings but cannot make any changes.
  • Page 53 Using the Configuration Utility in Tools > Time Time Zone- Default NTP Server- Set the Time- Daylight Saving- Select the time zone from the pull-down menu. NTP is short for Network Time Protocol. NTP synchronizes computer clock times in a network of computers. This field is optional.
  • Page 54 Using the Configuration Utility in Tools > System The current system settings can be saved as a file onto the local hard drive. To reload a system settings file, click on Browse to browse the local hard drive and locate the system file to be used.
  • Page 55 You can upgrade the firmware of the router here. Make sure the firmware you want to use is on the local hard drive of the computer. Please check the D-Link support site for firmware updates at http://support.dlink.com. You can download firmware upgrades to your hard drive from the D-Link support site.
  • Page 56: Ping Test

    (IP Security). Once VPN pass-through is enabled, there is no need to open up virtual services. Multiple VPN connections can be made through the DWL-G730AP. This is useful when you have many VPN clients on the LAN network. select to 10/100Mbps- Select the data rate : 10Mbps, 100Mbps or 10/100Mbps Auto.
  • Page 57 PPPoE connection. This window will display the following settings: MAC address of the DWL-G730AP IP Address: LAN/Private IP address of the DWL-G730AP Subnet Mask: LAN/Private subnet mask DHCP Server (Enabled or Disabled) Wireless Status > Device Info...
  • Page 58 Using the Configuration Utility in Status > Log The DWL-G730AP keeps a running log of events and activities. If the device is rebooted, the logs are automatically cleared. You may save the log files under Log Settings. View Log- View Log displays the activities occurring on the DWL-G730AP.
  • Page 59 Using the Configuration Utility in This screen displays theTraffic Statistics. Here you can view the amount of packets that pass through the DWL-G730AP on both the WAN and the LAN ports. The traffic counter will reset if the device is rebooted.
  • Page 60: 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.microsoft.com/windows2000 computers using Windows 2000, Me or 98SE. Go to Start>Control Panel>Network Connections Select Set up a home or small office network When this screen appears, click Next.
  • Page 61 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 62 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 63 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 64 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 65 Networking Basics (continued) Please wait while the Network Setup Wizard copies the files. 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.
  • Page 66 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 67: Naming Your Computer

    Networking Basics (continued) Naming your Computer To name your computer, please follow these directions:In Windows XP: Click Start (in the lower left corner of the screen).  Right-click on My Computer.  Select Properties and click.  Select the Computer ...
  • Page 68 Networking Basics (continued) 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 69 Networking Basics (continued) 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: Residential Gateways/Broadband Routers will automatically assign IP Addresses to the computers on the network, using DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) technology.
  • Page 70 Networking Basics (continued) 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 71: Assigning A Static Ip Address In Windows Xp

    IP Address: e.g., 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 72 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.
  • Page 73: Technical Specifications

    Technical Specifications Standards • IEEE 802.11b • IEEE 802.11g • IEEE 802.3 • IEEE 802.3u Device Management • Web-Based – Internet Explorer v6 or later; Netscape Navigator v7 or later; or other Java-enabled browsers. Data Rates* For 802.11g: • 54, 48, 36, 24, 18, 12, 9 and 6Mbps For 802.11b: •...
  • Page 74 Technical Specifications (continued) Radio and Modulation Type For 802.11g: OFDM: • BPSK @ 6 and 9Mbps • QPSK @ 12 and 18Mbps • 16QAM @ 24 and 36Mbps • 64QAM @ 48 and 54Mbps DSSS: • DBPSK @ 1Mbps • DQPSK @ 2Mbps •...
  • Page 75 Technical Specifications (continued) LEDs • Power • LAN • WLAN Temperature • Operating: 32ºF to 131ºF (0ºC to 55ºC) • Storing: -4ºF to 149ºF (-20ºC to 65ºC) Humidity • Operating: 10%~90% (non-condensing) • Storing: 5%~95% (non-condensing) Certifications • FCC • CE Dimensions •...
  • Page 76: 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 77: Warranty And Registration

    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 78 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 79 Trademarks: D-Link is a registered trademark of D-Link Systems, Inc. Other trademarks or registered trademarks are the property of their respective manufacturers or owners.

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