Introduction - D-Link DAP-1160 User Manual

Section 1 - Product Overview

Introduction

D-Link, an industry leader in computer networking, introduces the new D-Link Wireless G Access Point (DAP-1160).
With the ability to transfer files with a maximum wireless signal rate of up to 54Mbps 1
, the DAP-1160 gives you high-
speed wireless network access for your home or office.
The DAP-1160 is Wi-Fi IEEE 802.11g compliant, meaning that it can connect and interoperate with other 802.11g
compatible wireless client devices. The DAP-1160 is also backwards compatible with 802.11b devices.
The DAP-1160 can be flexibly configured to operate as an Access Point, AP Client, Bridge, Bridge with AP, Repeater,
WISP Client Router, or WISP Repeater. The DAP-1160 also includes an embedded DHCP server that can automatically
assign IP addresses to wireless network clients.
The DAP-1160 Access Point features Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK) and 64/128-bit WEP Encryption
to provide an enhanced level of security for wireless data communications. The DAP-1160 also includes additional
security features to keep your wireless connection safe from unauthorized access.
With an easy-to-use Web-based management interface, the DAP-1160 Access Point is the right choice for setting up
your first wireless network or extending the range of an existing wireless network.
1 Maximum wireless signal rate based on 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 the actual data throughput rate.
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