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D-Link AirPlus DWL-810+ Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 D-Link AirPlus DWL-810+ 2.4GHz Ethernet-to-Wireless Bridge Manual Building Networks for People...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Package Contents ... 3 Introduction... 4 Wireless Basics ... 7 Getting Started ... 10 Web Configuration... 12 Troubleshooting... 18 Technical Specifications ... 24 Contacting Technical Support... 26 10. Warranty and Registration ... 27...

  • Page 3: Package Contents

    Package Contents Contents of Package: • D-Link AirPlus DWL-810+ Ethernet-to-Wireless Bridge • AC Power Adapter – 5V; 2.5A • Manual and Warranty on CD • Ethernet Cable (the DWL-810+ Auto MDI/MDIX Ethernet port works with straight-through or crossover cable) •...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    2. Introduction The D-Link AirPlus DWL-810+ Ethernet-to-Wireless Bridge is a device that can be implemented in a variety of ways to provide wireless access by converting an Ethernet connection. For devices with a built-in Ethernet port, the DWL-810+ provides a cost effective way to gain wireless connectivity, virtually transforming wired devices into wireless units! Connect any Ethernet-enabled device to an existing 802.11b wireless network using the...

  • Page 5: Features And Benefits

    Encryption to provide a level of security for data transfers LEDs LED stands for Light-Emitting Diode. The DWL-810+ has two LEDs: * When used with other D-Link AirPlus (Texas Instruments products, when used with standard 802.11b products transfer rates can be up to 11Mbps.

  • Page 6: Default Settings

    Connections Ethernet Port – this RJ-45 Auto MDI/MDIX port provides connection to a network device using a Cat 5 Ethernet cable. (The auto MDI/MDIX port accommodates either Straight- Through or Cross-Over cable and is auto-sensing.) Reset Button – press this button to revert to the factory default settings of the DWL-810+ Power Receptor –...

  • Page 7: Wireless Basics

    Ad-Hoc mode. If you are planning a larger wireless network, D-Link offers a wide array of products for most of your wireless local area network (WLAN) needs. In this section, we discuss typical WLANs and their components. Much of the advice given here may be helpful in setting up the DWL-810+.
  • Page 8 The DWL-810+ is compatible with the D-Link Air Wireless family of products, and other 802.11b products, including: DWL-650 2.4GHz Wireless Cardbus Adapter for laptop PCs DWL-520 2.4GHz Wireless PCI card for desktop PCs...
  • Page 9 Wireless Basics The DWL-810+ is also compatible with the following D-Link AirPlus family of products: DWL-650+ Enhanced 2.4GHz Wireless Cardbus Adapter for laptop DWL-520+ Enhanced 2.4GHz Wireless PCI card for desktop PCs DWL-900AP+ Wireless Access Point DI-614+ Wireless Router Standards - Based Technology The IEEE standard-based technology assures that this product is interoperable with existing compatible wireless technology.

  • Page 10: Getting Started

    Wireless Basics meters), at a 45-degree angle appears to be almost 3 feet (1 meter) thick. At a 2-degree angle it looks over 42 feet (14 meters) thick! Position Access Points and Adapters so that the signal will travel straight through a wall or ceiling (instead of at an angle) for better reception.
  • Page 11 Getting Started Setup #2: This example illustrates an Infrastructure setup. To connect the DWL-810+ to a wireless network with a wireless router or access point, please refer to the printed Quick Installation Guide included with the product. Web configuration is required to connect the DWL-810+ in Setup #2.

  • Page 12: Web Configuration

    Web Configuration Before using the Web Configuration for the DWL-810+, please consider the following: You will need a JavaScript-enabled web-browser such as the Internet Explorer 6.0 or later, or the Netscape Navigator 6.0 or later. The computer that you are using for initial configuration must have an IP Address within the same range as the IP Address of the DWL- 810+.

  • Page 13: Configuration Menu

    (The IP Address shown in the example above is the default setting. Use this IP address when connecting to a network consisting of other D-Link devices set to their default settings. If you have changed the IP Address of the DWL-810+ to conform to a network other than one with D-Link devices, at their default setting, then input that IP Address in the web browser, instead of the default IP Address shown.)
  • Page 14 Configuration Menu This window displays the default settings of the DWL-810+. The default IP Address is 192.168.30. If you select Dynamic IP Address, you will obtain a dynamic IP Address from a DHCP server on your network. The Subnet Mask is 255.255.255.0. Input the IP Address of the Gateway (the router on your network.)
  • Page 15 Configuration Menu Channel: Channel 6 is the default channel. Input a new number if you want to change the default setting. All devices on the network must be set to the same channel to communicate on the network. WEP Encryption: Select Enable Encryption to use WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) on the network.
  • Page 16 Click Restore to return to Factory Default Settings. Firmware Upgrade: Upgrade the firmware for the DWL-810+. Find upgrades to the firmware on the D-Link website at http://support.dlink.com. After you have downloaded a firmware upgrade to your local drive, click Browse. Select the firmware and click Apply to complete the upgrade.
  • Page 17 Configuration Menu Help The Help window displays information about each window in the Configuration menu. When you change the settings in the Configuration menu, you will need to restart the DWL-810+ for the changes to take effect.

  • Page 18: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting This section provides solutions to situations that can occur during the installation and operation of the DWL-810+ Ethernet-to-Wireless Bridge. Read the following descriptions if you are having problems. 1. How do I assign a Static IP Address in Windows XP/2000? Please note that Residential Gateways/Broadband Routers will automatically assign IP...
  • Page 19 How do I assign a Static IP Address in Windows XP/2000? (continued) • Right-click on Local Area Connections • Double-click Properties • Click on Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) • Click Properties • In the window below, select Use the following IP address •...
  • Page 20 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 21 How do I assign a Static IP Address in Macintosh OSX? (continued) • 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 22 Advanced Setup (optional) For advanced setup features, enter Internet browser and gain access to the web configuration of the DWL-810+. The advanced setup features can be used to change the LAN and wireless settings for your DWL-810+ Ethernet-to-Wireless Bridge. 5. I cannot connect to another wireless client in Ad-Hoc mode. •...
  • Page 23 Identifier (SSID) is specified on the settings for the wireless clients and access points. The SSID factory default setting for the D-Link Air, AirPlus and AirPro products is default. • In Ad-Hoc mode, both wireless clients will need to have the same SSID.

  • Page 24: Technical Specifications

    • If you are using 2.4GHz cordless phones, X-10 equipment or other home security systems, ceiling fans, and lights, your wireless connection will degrade dramatically or drop altogether. Try changing the Channel on your Router, Access Point and all other devices on the network to avoid interference. •...
  • Page 25 • Outdoors – Up to 1,312 ft. (400m)* *Environmental factors may adversely affect range Modulation Technology: • PBCC – Packet Binary Convolutional Coding • DSSS – Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum • 11-chip Barker sequence Modulation Techniques: • PBCC (22Mbps/8.5db) • PBCC (11Mbps/4.5db) •...

  • Page 26: Contacting Technical Support

    • 3 Year Contacting Technical Support You can find the most recent software and user documentation on the D-Link website. D-Link provides free technical support for customers within the United States for the duration of the warranty period on this product.

  • Page 27: 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 28 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 29 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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