D Link AP1160LA1 Wireless N150 Cloud Router User Manual

D Link Corporation Wireless N150 Cloud Router Users Manual

Users Manual

2D-Link DAP-1160L User ManualTable of ContentsPackage Contents ......................................................................... 4System Requirements ................................................................. 5Introduction ................................................................................... 6Features ............................................................................................ 8Hardware Overview ..................................................................... 9Connections ...........................................................................9LEDs .........................................................................................10Installation .......................................................................11Access Point Mode .............................................................12Wireless Installation Considerations ....................................13Quick Setup Wizard ....................................................................14Conguration ...................................................................17Web-based Conguration Utility ..........................................17Wireless Setup Wizard ...............................................................18Access Point Mode .............................................................19Manual Conguration ...............................................................23Wireless Setup ......................................................................23Access Point Mode ........................................................24Mydlink Settings ............................................................26Advanced ......................................................................................27Access Control .....................................................................27Advanced Wireless .............................................................28Wi-Fi Protected Setup .......................................................29Maintenance ................................................................................30Admin .....................................................................................30System ....................................................................................31Language Pack .....................................................................32Firmware ................................................................................32Time .........................................................................................33System Check .......................................................................34Schedules ..............................................................................35Status ..............................................................................................36Device Info ............................................................................36Logs .........................................................................................37Statistics .................................................................................38Wireless ..................................................................................39IPv6 ..........................................................................................40Help .................................................................................................41Wireless Security .............................................................42What is WEP? ................................................................................43Congure WEP .............................................................................44What is WPA? ................................................................................45Congure WPA/WPA2 Personal .............................................46Congure WPA/WPA2 Enterprise ..........................................47Connect to a Wireless Network .......................................48Using Windows® XP ....................................................................48Congure WPA-PSK ....................................................................49Using Windows Vista® ...............................................................51Congure WPA-PSK ....................................................................53Using Windows® 7 .......................................................................54Congure WPS .....................................................................57Table of Contents
3D-Link DAP-1160L User ManualTable of ContentsTroubleshooting ..............................................................61Wireless Basics .................................................................65What is Wireless? .........................................................................66Tips ...................................................................................................68Wireless Modes ............................................................................69Networking Basics ...........................................................70Check your IP address ...............................................................70Statically Assign an IP address ...............................................71Technical Specications ..................................................72Contacting Technical Support ........................................73Warranty ...........................................................................74Registration .....................................................................82
4D-Link DAP-1160L User ManualSection 1 - Product OverviewNote: Using a power supply with a dierent voltage rating than the one included with the DAP-1160L will cause damage and void the warranty for this product.Package ContentsDAP-1160L Wireless N150 Cloud Access PointEthernet CableQuick Installation GuidePower Adapter
5D-Link DAP-1160L User ManualSection 1 - Product OverviewSystem RequirementsNetwork Requirements• An Ethernet-based Network• IEEE 802.11n/g wireless clients (AP Mode)• IEEE 802.11n/g wireless network (AP Mode)• 10/100 EthernetWeb-based Conguration Utility RequirementsComputer with the following:• Windows®, Macintosh, or Linux-based operating system • An installed Ethernet adapterBrowser Requirements:• Internet Explorer® 7 and higher• Mozilla Firefox 12.0 and higher• Google™ Chrome 20.0 and higher• Apple Safari 4 and higherWindows® Users: Make sure you have the latest version of Java installed. Visit www.java.com to download the latest version.
6D-Link DAP-1160L User ManualSection 1 - Product OverviewIntroductionD-Link, an industry leader in networking, introduces the new D-Link DAP-1160L Wireless N150 Cloud Access Point. With the ability to transfer les with a maximum wireless signal rate of up to 150 Mbps*, the DAP-1160L gives you high-speed wireless network access for your home or oce.The DAP-1160L is Wi-Fi IEEE 802.11n compliant, meaning that it can connect and interoperate with other 802.11n compatible wireless client devices. The DAP-1160L is also backwards compatible with 802.11b/g. With its Setup Wizard, the DAP-1160L ensures that you will be up and running on a wireless network in just a matter of minutes.The DAP-1160L features Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK) to provide an enhanced level of security for wireless data communications. The DAP-1160L also includes additional security features to keep your wireless connection safe from unauthorized access.The DAP-1160L supports WPS in AP operation mode and can be conveniently set up using the PIN method or Push Button.• Actual data throughput will vary. Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of network trac, building materials and construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate.
7D-Link DAP-1160L User ManualSection 1 - Product OverviewTOTAL PERFORMANCEProvides extended wireless technology to provide the best wireless performance.TOTAL SECURITYThe most complete set of security features including WPA/WPA2 encryption to protect your network against outside intruders.ULTIMATE PERFORMANCEThe D-Link Wireless N150 Cloud Access Point (DAP-1160L) is an 802.11n compliant device that delivers real world performance of up to 13X faster than an 802.11g wireless connection (also faster than a 100Mbps wired Ethernet connection). Create a secure wireless network to share photos, les, music, video, printers, and network storage throughout your home. Connect the DAP-1160L to a router and extend your high-speed wireless Internet signal within your home. EXTENDED WHOLE HOME COVERAGEThis high performance Access Point provides extended coverage of wireless signal. * Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11g and 802.11n specications. Actual data throughput will vary. Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of network trac, building materials and construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate. Environmental conditions will adversely aect wireless signal range.
8D-Link DAP-1160L User ManualSection 1 - Product Overview• Faster Wireless Networking - The DAP-1160L provides up to 150 Mbps* wireless connection with other 802.11n wireless clients. This capability allows users to participate in real-time activities online, such as video streaming, online gaming, and real-time audio. • Compatible with IEEE802.11g Devices - The DAP-1160L is still fully compatible with the 802.11g standards, so it can connect with existing 802.11g PCI, USB, and Cardbus adapters.• WPS PBC- (Wi-Fi Protected Setup Push Button Conguration) Push Button Conguration is a button that can be pressed to add the device to an existing network or to create a new network. A virtual button can be used on the utility while a physical button is placed on the side of the device. This easy setup method allows you to form a secured wireless link between the DAP-1160L and another WPS enabled device. A PC is no longer needed to log into the Web-based interface.• WPS PIN - (Wi-Fi Protected Setup Personal Identication Number) A PIN is a unique number that can be used to add the access point to an existing network or to create a new network. The default PIN may be printed on the bottom of the access point. For extra security, a new PIN can be generated. You can restore the default PIN at any time. Only the Administrator (“admin” account) can change or reset the PIN.• User-friendly Setup Wizard - Through its easy-to-use Web-based user interface, the DAP-1160L lets you control what information is accessible to those on the wireless network, whether from the Internet or from your company’s server. Congure your access point to your specic settings within minutes.Features
9D-Link DAP-1160L User ManualSection 1 - Product OverviewHardware OverviewConnections1 LAN Port Connect 10/100 Ethernet devices such as computers, switches, and hubs.2 Reset Button Hold the reset button for at least 5 seconds to reset the device back to the factory default settings. All the LEDs will turn on for 2 second and then begin the reboot process.3 USB Port Connect USB drive to share les.4 Power Button Press the power button to turn on or turn o the device.5 Power Receptor Receptor for the supplied power adapter.6 WPS Button Press the WPS button to connect another device to the AP through Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS).1234 5 6
10D-Link DAP-1160L User ManualSection 1 - Product OverviewHardware OverviewLEDs11 Power LEDA solid green light indicates a proper connection to the power supply.A blinking green light indicates the device is trying to establish a connection through WPS.A solid orange light indicates the device is rebooting or being reset to factory default.A blinking orange light indicates the device is rebooting in recovery mode.2 LAN LED A solid green light indicates the LAN port connection is OK.2
11D-Link DAP-1160L User ManualSection 2 - InstallationInstallationPlease congure the DAP-1160L with a computer connected directly to the AP. The following page explains how to set up the DAP-1160L.
12D-Link DAP-1160L User ManualSection 2 - InstallationThe DAP-1160L acts as a central connection point for any computer (client) that has a 802.11n or backward-compatible 802.11g wireless network interface and is within range of the AP. Clients must use the same SSID (wireless network name) and channel as the AP in order to connect. If wireless security is enabled on the AP, the client will need to enter a password to connect to the AP. In Access Point mode, multiple clients can connect to the AP at the same time.
13D-Link DAP-1160L User ManualSection 2 - InstallationWireless Installation ConsiderationsThe D-Link wireless access point lets you access your network using a wireless connection from virtually anywhere within the operating range of your wireless network. Keep in mind, however, that the number, thickness and location of walls, ceilings, or other objects that the wireless signals must pass through, may limit the range. Typical ranges vary depending on the types of materials and background RF (radio frequency) noise in your home or business. The key to maximizing wireless range is to follow these basic guidelines:1. Keep the number of walls and ceilings between the D-Link access point and other network devices to a minimum. Each wall or ceiling can reduce your adapter’s range from 3-90 feet (1-30 meters.) Position your devices so that the number of walls or ceilings is minimized.2. Be aware of the direct line between network devices. A wall that is 1.5 feet thick (.5 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 devices so that the signal will travel straight through a wall or ceiling (instead of at an angle) for better reception.3. Building materials make a dierence. A solid metal door or aluminum studs may have a negative eect on range. Try to position access points, wireless access points, and computers so that the signal passes through drywall or open doorways. Materials and objects such as glass, steel, metal, walls with insulation, water (sh tanks), mirrors, le cabinets, brick, and concrete will degrade your wireless signal.4. Keep your product away (at least 3-6 feet or 1-2 meters) from electrical devices or appliances that generate RF noise.5. If you are using 2.4GHz cordless phones or X-10 (wireless products such as ceiling fans, lights, and home security systems), your wireless connection may degrade dramatically or drop completely. Make sure your 2.4 Hz phone base is as far away from your wireless devices as possible. The base transmits a signal even if the phone is not in use.
14D-Link DAP-1160L User ManualSection 2 - InstallationQuick Setup WizardIf this is your rst time installing the access point, open your web browser such as Internet Explorer and enter http://dlinkap or http://dlinkap.local in the address eld. Note: If you have multiple DAP-1160L devices on the network, you can access web-based conguration via http://dlinkapwxyz or http://dlinkapwxyz.local (wxyz represents the last four digits in the DAP-1160L’s MAC address) in the address eld.Note: If you have already congured your settings and you would like to access the conguration utility, please refer to page 17.This wizard is designed to guide you through a step-by-step process to congure your new D-Link AP and connect to the Internet.Click Next to continue. The next steps will ask you to enter the settings for your Wi-Fi network such as SSID and security password.
15D-Link DAP-1160L User ManualSection 2 - InstallationIf you have selected AP mode, after you have conrmed your Wi-Fi network settings, the wizard will check for Internet connectivity and then display the mydlink registration screen. To use the mydlink service (mydlink.com or the mydlink Lite app), you must have an account. Select whether you do have a mydlink account or if you need to create one. Click Next to continue.If you do not want to register at this time, click Cancel.If you clicked Yes in the previous step, enter your mydlink account name (email address) and password. Click Sign up to register your router. You will then be taken to the mydlink website.If you clicked No in the previous step, ll out the requested information and click Sign up to create your mydlink account. You will then be taken to the mydlink website.
16D-Link DAP-1160L User ManualSection 2 - InstallationAfter you have signed up for your mydlink account, you can use the mydlink portal at http://mydlink.com whether you have a Mac or a PC. You can also use the mydlink App for your smartphone or tablet device. The mydlink App will allow you to receive notices, browse network users, and congure your router from an iPhone/iPad/iPod Touch (iOS 3.0 or higher), Android device (1.6 or higher).To download the mydlink lite App, visit the Apple Store, Google Play, or http://mydlink.com/Lite.
17D-Link DAP-1160L User ManualSection 3 - CongurationCongurationThis section will show you how to congure your new D-Link wireless access point using the web-based conguration utility.Web-based Conguration UtilityIf you wish to change the default settings or optimize the performance of the DAP-1160L, you may use the web-based conguration utility.To access the conguration utility, open a web browser such as Internet Explorer and enter http://dlinkap, http://dlinkap.local, http://dlinkapwxyz, or http://dlinkapwxyz.local (wxyz represents the last four digits in the DAP-1160L’s MAC address) in the address eld.Select Admin and then enter your password. Leave the password blank by default.If you get a Page Cannot be Displayed error, please refer to the Troubleshooting section for assistance.
18D-Link DAP-1160L User ManualSection 3 - CongurationClick Launch Wireless Setup Wizard to congure your access point.If you want to enter your settings without running the wizard, skip to page 23.Wireless Setup WizardClick Next to continue.
19D-Link DAP-1160L User ManualSection 3 - CongurationThis Wizard is designed to assist you in conguring your DAP-1160L as an access point.Access Point ModeSelect Access Point from the dropdown menu. Then, click Next to continue. Click Next to continue.
20D-Link DAP-1160L User ManualSection 3 - CongurationEnter a name for your wireless network (SSID).Enter your network key. This key must be entered on your wireless clients.Click Next to continue. Select your time zone from the drop-down menu and click Next.Enter your password and click Next.
21D-Link DAP-1160L User ManualSection 3 - CongurationThe following screen will show you your network name and password to enter on your wireless clients. Click Save to nish the Setup Wizard.After the wizard has detected Internet connectivity, the mydlink registration screen will appear. To use the mydlink service (mydlink.com or the mydlink Lite app), you must have an account. Select whether you have a mydlink account or if you need to create one. Click Next to continue.If you do not want to register at this time, click Cancel.Note: mydlink registration is only available in AP mode.
22D-Link DAP-1160L User ManualSection 3 - CongurationIf you clicked Yes, enter your mydlink account name (email address) and password. Click Login to register your router.If you clicked No, ll out the requested information and click Sign up to create your mydlink account. You will then be taken to the mydlink website.
23D-Link DAP-1160L User ManualSection 3 - CongurationManual CongurationWireless SetupYou may manually congure your DAP-1160L instead of running the setup wizard.
24D-Link DAP-1160L User ManualSection 3 - CongurationEnable Wireless:Wireless Network Name:802.11 Mode:Enable Auto Channel Scan:Wireless Channel: Transmission Rate: Check the box to enable the wireless function. If you do not want to use wireless, uncheck the box to disable all the wireless functions. You may also set up a specic time range (schedule). Select a schedule from the drop-down menu or click Add New to create a new schedule. When you are browsing for available wireless networks, this is the name that will appear in the list (unless Visibility Status is set to Invisible, see below). This name is also referred to as the SSID. For security purposes, it is highly recommended to change from the default network name.Select one of the following:802.11n Only - Select if you are only using 802.11n wireless clients.Mixed 802.11n and 802.11g - Select if you are using a mix of 802.11n and 11g wireless clients.Mixed 802.11n, 802.11g and 802.11b - Select if you are using a mix of 802.11n, 11g, and 11b wireless clients. The Auto Channel Scan setting can be selected to allow the DAP-1160L to choose the channel with the least amount of interference. Indicates the channel setting for the DAP-1160L. The Channel can be changed to t the channel setting for an existing wireless network or to customize the wireless network. If you enable Auto Channel Scan, this option will be grayed out.Select the wireless transmission rate.Access Point Mode
25D-Link DAP-1160L User ManualSection 3 - CongurationSelect the Channel Width:Auto 20/40 - Select if you are using both 802.11n and non-802.11n wireless devices.20MHz - Select if you are not using any 802.11n wireless clients.Check the box if you do not want the SSID of your wireless network to be broadcasted by the DAP-1160L. If checked, the SSID of the DAP-1160L will not be seen by Site Survey utilities so your wireless clients will have to know the SSID of your DAP-1160L in order to connect to it.Select a wireless security setting. Options are None, WEP, WPA-Personal, or WPA-Enterprise. Refer to the Wireless Security section of this manual for a detailed explanation of the wireless security options.Channel Width: Visibility Status:Security Mode:
26D-Link DAP-1160L User ManualSection 3 - CongurationMydlink SettingsThis page allows you use its mydlink cloud services features including online access and management of your device through mydlink portal website. This feature is only available in AP mode.Register mydlink service:Click to register for mydlink service.
27D-Link DAP-1160L User ManualSection 3 - CongurationAdvancedAccess ControlThe Access Control lter section can be used to lter network access by machines based on the unique MAC addresses of their network adapter(s). It is most useful to prevent unauthorized wireless devices from connecting to your network. A MAC address is a unique ID assigned by the manufacturer of the network adapter. Congure MAC Filtering:Add MAC Filtering Rule:When Turn MAC Filtering OFF is selected, MAC addresses are not used to control network access. When Turn MAC Filtering ON and ALLOW computers listed to access the network is selected, only computers with MAC addresses listed in the MAC Address List are granted network access. When Turn MAC Filtering ON and DENY computers listed to access the network is selected, any computer with a MAC address listed in the MAC Address List is refused access to the network. This parameter allows you to manually add a MAC ltering rule. Click the Add button to add the new MAC ltering rule to the MAC Filtering Rules list at the bottom of this screen.
28D-Link DAP-1160L User ManualSection 3 - CongurationTransmit Power:WMM Enable:Short GI:Internal Station Connection:Ethernet to WLAN Access:HT 20/40 Coexistance:Sets the transmit power of the antennas.WMM is QoS for your wireless network. This will improve the quality of video and voice applications for your wireless clients.Check this box to reduce the guard interval time therefore increasing the data capacity. However, it’s less reliable and may create higher data loss.This enables connection to an internal station. This feature enables Ethernet to WLAN access.Check to enable or disable this feature. Advanced Wireless
29D-Link DAP-1160L User ManualSection 3 - CongurationWi-Fi Protected SetupCheck this box to enable the functionLocking the wireless security settings prevents the settings from being changed by the Wi-Fi Protected Setup feature of the router. Devices can still be added to the network using Wi-Fi Protected Setup. However, the settings of the network will not change once this option is checked.Click the button to generate a new PIN or Reset to Default. Shows the current value of the router’s PIN.Restore the default PIN of the access point.Create a random number that is a valid PIN. This becomes the router’s PIN. You can then copy this PIN to the user interface of the registrar.Click the button to start the wizard to set up the WPS. Enable:Lock Wireless Security Settings:Pin Settings:Current PIN:Reset PIN to Default:Generate New PIN:Add Wireless Station:Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) System is a simplied method for securing your wireless network during the “Initial setup” as well as the “Add New Device” processes. The Wi-Fi Alliance (WFA) has certied it across dierent products as well as manufactures. The process is just as easy, as depressing a button for the Push-Button Method or correctly entering the 8-digit code for the Pin-Code Method. The time reduction in setup and ease of use are quite benecial, while the highest wireless Security setting of WPA2 is automatically used.
30D-Link DAP-1160L User ManualSection 3 - CongurationPassword:Conrm Password:Enable Graphical Authentication:Enter a new password for the Administrator Login Name. The administrator can make changes to the settings.Enter the same password that you entered in the previous textbox in order to conrm its accuracy.Check to enable this feature. MaintenanceAdminThis page will allow you to change the Administrator password. The administrator password has read/write access.
31D-Link DAP-1160L User ManualSection 3 - CongurationSave to Local Hard Drive:Upload from Local Hard Drive:Restore to Factory Default:Reboot the Device:Remove Language Pack:Use this option to save the current access point conguration settings to a le on the hard disk of the computer you are using. Click the Save button. You will then see a le dialog where you can select a location and le name for the settings. Use this option to load previously saved access point conguration settings. Click Browse to nd a previously saved conguration le. Then, click the Upload Settings button to transfer those settings to the access point. This option will restore all conguration settings back to the settings that were in eect at the time the access point was shipped from the factory. Any settings that have not been saved will be lost, including any rules that you have created. If you want to save the current access point conguration settings, use the Save button above. Note: Restoring the factory default settings will not reset the Wi-Fi Protected Status to Not Congured.Click to reboot the access point.Click to remove the language pack if installed.System
32D-Link DAP-1160L User ManualSection 3 - CongurationFirmwareUpgrade: Browse:Upload:Click on Check Now to nd out if there is updated rmware; if so, download the new rmware to your hard drive.After you have downloaded the new rmware, click Choose File to locate the rmware update on your hard drive. Click Upload to complete the rmware upgrade.Once you have a rmware update on your computer, use this option to browse for the le and then upload the information into the access point. FirmwareYou can upgrade the rmware of the access point here. Make sure the rmware you want to use is on the local hard drive of the computer. Click on Browse to locate the rmware le to be used for the update. Please check the D-Link support website for rmware updates at http://support.dlink.com. You can download rmware upgrades to your hard drive from this site.After you have downloaded the new language pack, click Choose File to locate the language pack le on your hard drive. Click Upload to complete the language pack upgrade.Language PackYou can change the language of the web UI by uploading available language packs.Browse:
33D-Link DAP-1160L User ManualSection 3 - CongurationTime Zone:Daylight Saving:Enable NTP Server:NTP Server Used:Date and Time:Select the Time Zone from the drop-down menu.To select Daylight Saving time manually, click the Enable Daylight Saving check box. Next use the drop-down menu to select a Daylight Saving Oset and then enter a start date and an end date for daylight saving time.NTP is short for Network Time Protocol. NTP synchronizes computer clock times in a network of computers. Check this box to use a NTP server. This will only connect to a server on the Internet, not a local server.Enter the NTP server or select one from the drop-down menu.To manually input the time, enter the values in these elds for the Year, Month, Day, Hour, Minute, and Second and then click Save Settings. You can also click the Copy Your Computer’s Time Settings button at the bottom of the screen.TimeThe Time Conguration option allows you to congure, update, and maintain the correct time on the internal system clock. From this section you can set the time zone that you are in. Daylight Saving can also be congured to automatically adjust the time when needed.
34D-Link DAP-1160L User ManualSection 3 - CongurationSystem CheckPing Test:IPv6 Ping Test:Ping Result:The Ping Test is used to send Ping packets to test if a computer is on the Internet. Enter the host name or IP/IPv6 address that you wish to Ping, and click Ping.The IPv6 Ping Test is used to send Ping packets to test if a computer is on the Internet. Enter the host name or IP/IPv6 address that you wish to Ping, and click Ping.The results of your ping attempts will be displayed here.This section Ping Tests by sending ping packets to test if a computer on the internet is running and responding.
35D-Link DAP-1160L User ManualSection 3 - CongurationSchedulesEnter a name for your new schedule.Select a day, a range of days, or All Week to include every day.Enter a start and end time for your schedule.The list of schedules will be listed here. Click the Edit icon to make changes or click the Delete icon to remove the schedule.Name:Days:Time:Schedule Rules List:
36D-Link DAP-1160L User ManualSection 3 - CongurationGeneral:LAN:Wireless LAN:Displays the access point’s time and firmware version.Displays the MAC address and the private (local) IP settings for the access point.Displays the wireless MAC address and your wireless settings such as SSID and Channel.StatusDevice InfoThis page displays the current LAN and wireless LAN information for the DAP-1160L.
37D-Link DAP-1160L User ManualSection 3 - CongurationLog Options:First Page:Last Page:Previous Page:Next Page:Clear Log:Log Settings:Refresh:There are several types of logs that can be viewed: System Activity, Debug Information, Attacks, Dropped Packets and Notice.This button directs you to the rst page of the log.This button directs you to the last page of the log.This button directs you to the previous page of the log.This button directs you to the next page of the log.This button clears all current log content.This button opens a new menu where you can congure the log settings.This button refreshes the log.LogsThe DAP-1160L keeps a running log of events and activities occurring on the AP. If the AP is rebooted, the logs are automatically cleared. You can save the log les under Log Setting.
38D-Link DAP-1160L User ManualSection 3 - CongurationStatisticsThe DAP-1160L keeps statistics of the trac that passes through it. You can view the amount of packets that pass through the LAN and wireless portions of the network. The trac counter will reset if the access point is rebooted.
39D-Link DAP-1160L User ManualSection 3 - CongurationWirelessThe wireless section allows you to view the wireless clients that are connected to your wireless access point.Connection Time:MAC Address:Displays the amount of time the wireless client has been connected to the access point.The Ethernet ID (MAC address) of the wireless client.
40D-Link DAP-1160L User ManualSection 3 - CongurationIPv6This page displays all your IPv6 Internet and network connection information. This feature is only available in AP mode.

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