Introduction - D-Link AirPlus DWL-800AP+ Manual

2. Introduction

The D-Link AirPlus DWL-800AP+ Wireless Range Extender is an enhanced
802.11b high-performance, wireless device. It is an ideal way to extend the
reach and number of computers connected to your wireless network.
The DWL-800AP+ can act as an access point or a wireless repeater. In
repeating mode, the DWL-800AP+ repeats the wireless signal of D-Link
AirPlus access points and wireless routers to extend the range of your
wireless network.
Unlike most 802.11b devices, the DWL-800AP+ is capable of data transfer
rates up to 22 Mbps (compared to the standard 11 Mbps) when used with
other D-Link AirPlus products such as the DWL-520+ Wireless PCI Adapter,
DWL-650+ Wireless Cardbus Adapter, and the DI-614+ Wireless Router.
After completing the steps outlined in the Quick Installation Guide (included
in your package) you will have the ability to share information and resources,
such as files and printers, and enjoy the freedom that wireless networking
brings.
The DWL-800AP+ is compatible with most popular operating systems,
including Macintosh, Linux and Windows, and can be integrated into a large
network. This Manual is designed to help you connect the DWL-800AP+ and
the D-Link AirPlus 2.4GHz Wireless Adapters into a network in Infrastructure
mode. Please take a look at the Getting Started section in this manual to
see an example of an Infrastructure network using the DWL-800AP+.
This manual provides a quick introduction to wireless technology and its
application as it relates to networking. Please take a moment to read through
this manual if you need to get acquainted with wireless technology.
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