Introduction - D-Link DWL-3200AP - AirPremier - Wireless Access Point Product Manual

DWL-3200AP User's Manual

Introduction

At up to fifteen times the speed of previous wireless devices (maximum wireless signal
rate of up to 108Mbps* in Super G mode), you can work faster and more efficiently,
increasing productivity. With the DWL-3200AP, bandwidth-intensive applications like
graphics or multimedia will benefit significantly because large files are able to move
across the network quickly.
The DWL-3200AP is capable of operating in one of 3 different wireless networking
modes; access point, WDS (Wireless Distribution System) with AP, or WDS mode.
Use less wiring, enjoy increased flexibility, save time and money with PoE (Power over
Ethernet). With PoE, the DWL-3200AP shares power and data over the CAT5 cable,
making the setup of your network less expensive and more convenient.
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-3200AP
provides data transfers at up to 108Mbps in Super G mode when used with other
D-Link AirPremier products. (The 802.11g standard is backwards compatible with
802.11b devices.)
WPA is offered in two flavors: Enterprise (used for corporations) and Personal (used
for home users).
WPA-Personal and WPA2-Personal is directed at home users who do not have the
server based equipment required for user authentication.The method of authentication
is similar to WEP because you define a "Pre-Shared Key" on the wireless router/AP.
Once the pre-shared key is confirmed and satisfied on both the client and access point,
then access is granted. The encryption method used is referred to as the Temporal Key
Integrity Protocol (TKIP), which offers per-packet dynamic hashing. It also includes an
integrity checking feature which ensures that the packets were not tampered with during
wireless transmission. WPA2-Personal is far superior to WPA-Personal, because the
encryption of data is upgraded with the Advanced Encryption Standard (AES).
*"Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11g 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.
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