D Link DWL7200APA1 2.4/5 GHz Wireless Access Point with PoE User Manual DWL 7000ap 033103

D Link Corporation 2.4/5 GHz Wireless Access Point with PoE DWL 7000ap 033103

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Users Manual Part 2

26Networking Basics (continued)Click Next.In the following window, select the best description of your computer. If yourcomputer connects to the internet through a gateway/router, select the second optionas shown.Click Next.Please follow all the instructions in this window:
27Enter a Computer description and a Computer name (optional.)Networking Basics (continued)Click Next.Enter a Workgroup name. All computers on your network should have the sameWorkgroup name.Click Next.
28Please wait while the Network Setup Wizard applies the changes.Networking Basics (continued)When the changes are complete, click Next.Please wait while the Network Setup Wizard configures the computer.This may take a few minutes.
29Networking Basics (continued)In the window below, select the option that fits your needs. In this example, Create aNetwork Setup Disk has been selected. You will run this disk on each of thecomputers on your network. Click Next.Insert a disk into the Floppy Disk Drive, in this case drive A.Format the disk if you wish, and click Next.
30Networking Basics (continued)Please read the information under Here’s how in the screen below. After you completethe Network Setup Wizard you will use the Network Setup Disk to run the NetworkSetup Wizard once on each of the computers on your network. To continue click Next.
31Networking Basics (continued)Please read the information on this screen, then click Finish to complete theNetwork Setup Wizard.The new settings will take effect when you restart the computer. Click Yes to restartthe computer.You have completed configuring this computer. Next, you will need to run the NetworkSetup Disk on all the other computers on your network. After running the NetworkSetup Disk on all your computers, your new wireless network will be ready to use.
32Select the ComputerName Tab in the SystemProperties window.You may enter a Com-puter Description if youwish; this field is optional.To rename the computerand join a domain, clickChange.Networking Basics (continued)Naming your ComputerTo name your computer in Windows XP, please follow these directions:Click Start (in the lower left corner of the screen).Right-click on My Computer.Select Properties.
33Networking Basics (continued)Naming your ComputerIn this window, enter theComputer name.Select Workgroup and enterthe name of the Workgroup.All computers on your networkmust have the sameWorkgroup name.Click OK.Checking the IP Address in Windows XPThe wireless adapter-equipped computers in your network must be in the same IP ad-dress range (see Getting Started in this manual for a definition of IP address range). Tocheck on the IP address of the adapter, please do the following:Right-click on theLocal AreaConnection iconin the task bar.Click on Status.
34Assigning a Static IP Address in Windows XP/2000Note: DHCP-capable routers will automatically assign IP addresses to the comput-ers on the network, using DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) technol-ogy. If you are using a DHCP-capable router you will not need to assign static IPaddresses.If you are not using a DHCP capable router, or you need to assign a static IP address,please follow these instructions:Go to Start.Double-click onControl Panel.Networking Basics (continued)This window will appear.Click theSupport tab.Click Close.Checking the IP Address in Windows XP
35Networking Basics (continued)Assigning a Static IP Address in Windows XP/2000Double-click onNetworkConnections.Double-click onProperties.Right-click on Local AreaConnections.
36Networking Basics(continued)Assigning a Static IPAddress inWindows XP/2000Click on Internet Protocol(TCP/IP)Click PropertiesIP Address:e.g., 192.168.0.2Subnet Mask:255.255.255.0Default Gateway:Enter the LAN IP address ofthe wireless router. (D-Linkwireless routers have a LAN IPaddress of 192.168.0.1) In the window below, select Usethe following IP address. Inputyour IP address and subnetmask. (The IP addresses onyour network must be within thesame range. For example, if onecomputer has an IP address of 192.168.0.2, the other computers should haveIP addresses that are sequential, like 192.168.0.3 and 192.168.0.4. The subnetmask must be the same for all the computers on the network).Click OK Select Use the followingDNS server addresses.Enter the LAN IP address ofthe wireless router. (D-Linkwireless routers have a LANIP address of 192.168.0.1)You have completed the assignment of a static IP address. (You do not need to assigna static IP address if you have a DHCP-capable router).
37Networking Basics (continued)Checking the Wireless Connectionby Pinging in Windows XP and 2000Go to Start > Run >type cmd. A windowsimilar to this onewill appear. Typepingxxx.xxx.xxx.xxx,where xxx is the IPAddress of theWireless Router orAccess Point. Agood wirelessconnection will showfour replies from theWireless Router orAccess Point, asshown.Checking the Wireless Connectionby Pinging in Windows Me and 98Go to Start > Run> type command.A window similar tothis will appear.Type pingxxx.xxx.xxx.xxxwhere xxx is the IPAddress of theWireless Router orAccess Point. Agood wirelessconnection willshow four repliesfrom the wirelessrouter or accesspoint, as shown.
381.Check that the Ethernet LED on the DWL-7200AP is ON. If the LEDis not ON, check that the cable for the Ethernet connection issecurely inserted.Check that the Ethernet adapter is working properly. Please see item3 in this section: Check that the drivers for the network adaptersare installed properly.Check that the IP address is in the same range and subnet as theDWL-7200AP. Please see Checking the IP Address in WindowsXP in the Networking Basics section of this manual.Note: The IP address of the DWL-7200AP is 192.168.0.50. All the computers onthe network must have a unique IP address in the same range, e.g., 192.168.0.x.Any computers that have identical IP addresses will not be visible on thenetwork. They must all have the same subnet mask, e.g., 255.255.255.0Do a Ping test to make sure that the DWL-7200AP is responding.Go to Start>Run>Type Command>Type ping 192.168.0.50. Asuccessful ping will show four replies.TroubleshootingThis Chapter provides solutions to problems that can occur during the installation andoperation of the DWL-7200AP Wireless Access Point. We cover various aspects of thenetwork setup, including the network adapters. Please read the following if you are havingproblems.Note: If you have changedthe default IP address,make sure to ping the cor-rect IP address assignedto the DWL-7200AP.Note: It is recommended that you use an Ethernet connection toconfigure the DWL-7200AP.The computer used to configure the DWL-7200AP cannotaccess the Configuration menu.
392.Make sure the wireless client is associated and joined with the correct accesspoint. To check this connection: Right-click on the Local Area Connection icon inthe taskbar> select View Available Wireless Networks. The Connect toWireless Network screen will appear. Please make sure you have selected thecorrect available network, as shown in the illustrations below.Troubleshooting (continued)Check that the IP address assigned to the wireless adapter is within thesame IP address range as the access point and gateway. (Since theDWL-7200AP has an IP address of 192.168.0.50, wireless adaptersmust have an IP address in the same range, e.g., 192.168.0.x. Eachdevice must have a unique IP address; no two devices may have thesame IP address. The subnet mask must be the same for all thecomputers on the network.) To check the IP address assigned to thewireless adapter, double-click on the local area connection icon inthe taskbar > select the support tab and the IP address will bedisplayed. (Please refer to Checking the IP Address in the NetworkingBasics section of this manual.)If it is necessary to assign a static IP address to the wireless adapter,please refer to the appropriate section in Networking Basics. If you areentering a DNS server address you must also enter the defaultgateway address. (Remember that if you have a DHCP-capable router,you will not need to assign a static IP address. See NetworkingBasics: Assigning a Static IP Address.)The wireless client cannot access the Internet in the Infrastructure mode.  default
40Troubleshooting (continued)3. Check that the drivers for the network adapters are installed properly.You may be using different network adapters than those illustrated here, but thisprocedure will remain the same, regardless of the type of network adapters you areusing.Go to StartRight-click onMy ComputerClickProperties Select the Hardware tab Click Device Manager     
41Troubleshooting (continued)Double-clickon NetworkadaptersRight-click on D-LinkDWL-AG660 WirelessCardbus AdapterSelect Propertiesto check that thedrivers are in-stalled properlyLook under Device statusto check that the device isworking properlyClick OKD-Link DWL-AG660D-Link DWL-AG660
42Troubleshooting (continued)4. What variables may cause my wireless products to lose recep-tion?D-Link products let you access your network from virtually anywhere you want. However,the positioning of the products within your environment will affect the wireless range.Please refer to Installation Considerations in the Wireless Basics section of this manualfor further information about the most advantageous placement of your D-Link wirelessproducts.5. Why does my wireless connection keep dropping?Antenna orientation- Try different antenna orientations for the DWL-7200AP.Try to keep the antenna at least 6 inches away from the wall or other objects.If you are using 2.4GHz cordless phones, X-10 equipment or other home secu-rity systems, ceiling fans, and lights, your wireless connection will degrade dra-matically or drop altogether. Try changing the channel on your access point andwireless adapter to a different channel to avoid interference.Keep your product away (at least 3-6 feet) from electrical devices that generateRF noise, like microwaves, monitors, electric motors, etc.6. Why can’t I get a wireless connection?To establish a wireless connection, while enabling Encryption on the DWL-7200AP, youmust also enable encryption on the wireless client.For 802.11a, the Encryption settings are: 64-, 128- or 152-bit. Make sure that theencryption bit level is the same on the access point and the wireless client.For 802.11b, the Encryption settings are: 64-, 128-, or 256-bit. Make sure thatthe encryption bit level is the same on the access point and the wireless client.Make sure that the SSID on the access point and the wireless client are exactly thesame. If they are not, wireless connection will not be established. Please note that thereare two separate SSIDs for 802.11a and 802.11b. The default SSID for both 802.11a and802.11b is default.
437. Resetting the DWL-7200AP to Factory Default SettingsAfter you have tried other methods for troubleshooting your network, you maychoose to Reset the DWL-7200AP to the factory default settings.To hard-reset the D-Link DWL-7200AP to factory default settings, please do thefollowing:Troubleshooting (continued)Locate the Reset button on the back of the DWL-7200APUse a paper clip to press the Reset buttonHold for about 10 seconds and then releaseAfter the DWL-7200AP reboots (this may take a fewminutes) it will be reset to the factory default settings
44Standards IEEE 802.11gIEEE 802.11bIEEE 802.11aIEEE 802.3IEEE 802.3uDevice ManagementNetwork ArchitectureSupports Infrastructure ModeLEDsPowerWANLAN (10/100)WLAN - 802.11a, 802.11gWireless Operating Range*Indoors – up to 328 feet (100 meters)Outdoors – up to 1,312 feet (400 meters)Temperature Operating: 32ºF to 149ºF (0ºC to 55ºC) Storing: 4ºF to 167ºF (-20ºC to 75ºC)Humidity:Technical SpecificationsWeb-based - Internet Explorer v6 or later; NetscapeNavigator v6 or later; or other Java-enabled browsersDHCP Client* Environmental Conditions may adversely affect wireless signal range95%maximum, non-condensing
45 Safety and Emissions:FCCCECSAPhysical Dimensions:L = 7.6 inches (193mm)W = 5.5 inches (140mm)H = 1.2 inches (31mm)Technical Specifications (continued)Wireless Data Rates with Automatic Fallback:Security: 64-, 128-, 152-bit WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy)WPA - Wi-Fi Protected Access (64,128-bit WEP with TKIP,MIC, IV Expansion, Shared Key Authentication)Supports Advanced Encryption Standard (AES)External Antenna Type:Dual Non-Detachable Dipole AntennaWireless Frequency Range:2.4 – 2.462GHzModulation Technology:Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing (OFDM)PBCCComplementary Code Keying (CCK)108Mbps 54Mbps 48Mbps 36Mbps24Mbps 18Mbps 12Mbps 11Mbps9Mbps 6Mbps 5.5Mbps 2Mbps1Mbps5.15 – 5.35GHz, 5.725-5.85GHz
46Media Access Control:CSMA/CA with ACKWireless Transmit Power:15dBm(32mW)±2dBPower Adapter:Ext. Power Supply DC 5V, 2.0A100-120V ~ 50-60HzWeight: 0.62 lbs (280g)Receiver Sensitivity:54Mbps OFDM, 10% PER,-73dBm48Mbps OFDM, 10% PER,-76dBm36Mbps OFDM, 10% PER,-82dBm24Mbps OFDM, 10% PER,-85dBm18Mbps OFDM, 10% PER,-88dBm12Mbps OFDM, 10% PER,-89dBm11Mbps CCK, 8% PER,-91dBm9Mbps OFDM, 10% PER,-90dBm6Mbps OFDM, 10% PER,-91dBm5.5Mbps CCK, 8% PER,-92dBm2Mbps QPSK, 8% PER,-93dBm1Mbps BPSK, 8% PER,-94dBmTechnical Specifications (continued)108Mbps OFDM, 10% PER, -73dBm
Federal Communication Commission (FCC) Interference Statement: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this devicemust accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radiocommunications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particularinstallation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the following measures: - Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. - Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. - Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. - Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Important Radiation Exposure Statement: This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & your body. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. The antenna(s) used for this transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. Caution: To assure continued compliance, any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. IEEE802.11b or g operation of this product is limited to channel 1-11 by specified firmware controlled in USA.

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