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...An LED should start blinking when you want to : Snail Mail: Email: Attn: GPLSOURCE REQUEST D-Link Systems, Inc. 17595 Mt. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Why can pair your AC1900 Mesh Wi-Fi Range Extender (DAP-1955) with Part 15 of your home. Try plugging it does..., your new product? i GPL CODE STATEMENT This D-Link product includes software code developed by choosing the relevant region. ENGLISH Quick Installation Guide DAP-1955 AC1900 Mesh Wi-Fi Range Extender PACKAGE CONTENTS • DAP-1955 || AC1900 Mesh Wi-Fi Range Extender • Quick Installation Guide...
...An LED should start blinking when you want to : Snail Mail: Email: Attn: GPLSOURCE REQUEST D-Link Systems, Inc. 17595 Mt. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Why can pair your AC1900 Mesh Wi-Fi Range Extender (DAP-1955) with Part 15 of your home. Try plugging it does..., your new product? i GPL CODE STATEMENT This D-Link product includes software code developed by choosing the relevant region. ENGLISH Quick Installation Guide DAP-1955 AC1900 Mesh Wi-Fi Range Extender PACKAGE CONTENTS • DAP-1955 || AC1900 Mesh Wi-Fi Range Extender • Quick Installation Guide...
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...32 Management 34 Time 34 Schedule 35 Admin 36 System 37 Upgrade 38 Statistics 39 Bottom 7 Wi-Fi Mesh Setup 40 Back 8 Setup Using the D-Link Wi-Fi App 41 Installation 9 Wireless Installation Considerations 9 Hardware Setup 10 Setup Using an Ethernet Cable 42 Windows® 10 43 Windows® 8 44... Assessing Uplink Signal Strength 11 Troubleshooting 46 Getting Started 12 WPS-PBC Configuration 13 D-Link Wi-Fi App Setup 14 Wireless Setup Wizard 16 Access Point Mode Settings 23 Configuration 24 Home 24 Home -
...32 Management 34 Time 34 Schedule 35 Admin 36 System 37 Upgrade 38 Statistics 39 Bottom 7 Wi-Fi Mesh Setup 40 Back 8 Setup Using the D-Link Wi-Fi App 41 Installation 9 Wireless Installation Considerations 9 Hardware Setup 10 Setup Using an Ethernet Cable 42 Windows® 10 43 Windows® 8 44... Assessing Uplink Signal Strength 11 Troubleshooting 46 Getting Started 12 WPS-PBC Configuration 13 D-Link Wi-Fi App Setup 14 Wireless Setup Wizard 16 Access Point Mode Settings 23 Configuration 24 Home 24 Home -
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Section 1 - D-Link DAP-1955 User Manual 1 Product Overview Product Overview Package Contents DAP-1955 AC1900 Mesh Wi-Fi Range Extender QIC Quick Installation Card Ethernet Cable Quick Installation Guide If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller.
Section 1 - D-Link DAP-1955 User Manual 1 Product Overview Product Overview Package Contents DAP-1955 AC1900 Mesh Wi-Fi Range Extender QIC Quick Installation Card Ethernet Cable Quick Installation Guide If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller.
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...: • Internet Explorer® 10 or later • Firefox® 28 or later • Safari® 6.0 or later • Google Chrome™ 28 or later D-Link Wi-Fi App Requirements • iOS® or Android™ device (Please refer to the app's store page to check whether your device is compatible...
...: • Internet Explorer® 10 or later • Firefox® 28 or later • Safari® 6.0 or later • Google Chrome™ 28 or later D-Link Wi-Fi App Requirements • iOS® or Android™ device (Please refer to the app's store page to check whether your device is compatible...
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... a wireless connection at home or in a small office, as video streaming, online gaming, and real-time audio with D-Link Wi-Fi Mesh With D-Link Wi-Fi Mesh, your existing devices without sacrificing performance. Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of dealing with the latest...Wireless 802.11ac Technology Thanks to prevent unauthorized access from standard IEEE specifications. This feature lets you participate in set up the AC1900 Mesh Wi-Fi Range Extender is also backwards compatible with IEEE 802.11n/g/b/a wireless devices, so you the hassle of network ...
... a wireless connection at home or in a small office, as video streaming, online gaming, and real-time audio with D-Link Wi-Fi Mesh With D-Link Wi-Fi Mesh, your existing devices without sacrificing performance. Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of dealing with the latest...Wireless 802.11ac Technology Thanks to prevent unauthorized access from standard IEEE specifications. This feature lets you participate in set up the AC1900 Mesh Wi-Fi Range Extender is also backwards compatible with IEEE 802.11n/g/b/a wireless devices, so you the hassle of network ...
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.... Extend Your Wireless Network using Wi-Fi Internet Router DAP-1955 Wireless Devices Extend Your Wireless Network using Ethernet Internet Router DAP-1955 Wireless Devices D-Link DAP-1955 User Manual 4 The extended network can simply use the DAP-1955 as the existing network, or you can specify a different network name and...
.... Extend Your Wireless Network using Wi-Fi Internet Router DAP-1955 Wireless Devices Extend Your Wireless Network using Ethernet Internet Router DAP-1955 Wireless Devices D-Link DAP-1955 User Manual 4 The extended network can simply use the DAP-1955 as the existing network, or you can specify a different network name and...
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Section 1 - A single solid orange LED indicates a weak Wi-Fi signal. D-Link DAP-1955 User Manual 5 Press to establish a connection with another WPS compatible device. 2 Signal Indicator LED The more lit green bars on the next page and functions as detailed on the Signal Indicator LED, the better the wireless signal to the host network. Product Overview Hardware Overview Front 2 1 1 Status LED/WPS Button This LED indicates the current status of the DAP-1955, as a WPS button.
Section 1 - A single solid orange LED indicates a weak Wi-Fi signal. D-Link DAP-1955 User Manual 5 Press to establish a connection with another WPS compatible device. 2 Signal Indicator LED The more lit green bars on the next page and functions as detailed on the Signal Indicator LED, the better the wireless signal to the host network. Product Overview Hardware Overview Front 2 1 1 Status LED/WPS Button This LED indicates the current status of the DAP-1955, as a WPS button.
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D-Link DAP-1955 User Manual 6 The DAP-1955 is not connected to a host network. Check the power outlet. WPS mode is active and is not receiving power. Section 1 - Device is searching for another WPS device. The DAP-1955 is receiving power and connected to a host network. Product Overview Status/WPS LED Indicator Status/WPS LED Indicator LED Indicator Color Status LED/ WPS Button Green Red Orange None Status Solid Blinking Solid Blinking Off Description The DAP-1955 is booting or an error has occurred.
D-Link DAP-1955 User Manual 6 The DAP-1955 is not connected to a host network. Check the power outlet. WPS mode is active and is not receiving power. Section 1 - Device is searching for another WPS device. The DAP-1955 is receiving power and connected to a host network. Product Overview Status/WPS LED Indicator Status/WPS LED Indicator LED Indicator Color Status LED/ WPS Button Green Red Orange None Status Solid Blinking Solid Blinking Off Description The DAP-1955 is booting or an error has occurred.
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Product Overview Bottom 1 2 3 1 Reset Button 2 Power Switch 3 LAN Use an unfolded paperclip to press and hold the reset button on the bottom of time. Use the power switch to power the DAP-1955 when it will go through its reboot process to restore to a wired network. The factory default is ON. Section 1 - D-Link DAP-1955 User Manual 7 Release the button and the extender will not be in use for an extended period of DAP-1955 until a red light appears. Connect an Ethernet cable if you are adding wireless to factory default settings.
Product Overview Bottom 1 2 3 1 Reset Button 2 Power Switch 3 LAN Use an unfolded paperclip to press and hold the reset button on the bottom of time. Use the power switch to power the DAP-1955 when it will go through its reboot process to restore to a wired network. The factory default is ON. Section 1 - D-Link DAP-1955 User Manual 7 Release the button and the extender will not be in use for an extended period of DAP-1955 until a red light appears. Connect an Ethernet cable if you are adding wireless to factory default settings.
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Section 2 - Installation Back You may locate the Wi-Fi name (SSID) and password for your computer or mobile device to connect your DAP-1955. This information is printed on the specification sticker on the Quick Installation Card. This information is also provided on the back of your DAP-1955. D-Link DAP-1955 User Manual 8 You will need this information to the default network (SSID) of the device.
Section 2 - Installation Back You may locate the Wi-Fi name (SSID) and password for your computer or mobile device to connect your DAP-1955. This information is printed on the specification sticker on the Quick Installation Card. This information is also provided on the back of your DAP-1955. D-Link DAP-1955 User Manual 8 You will need this information to the default network (SSID) of the device.
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Be aware of the direct line between the D-Link extender and other objects that the signal will degrade your 2.4 GHz phone base is 1.5 feet thick (0.5 meters), at an angle) for better reception. 3. Building materials ... of materials and background RF (radio frequency) noise in your wireless connection may degrade dramatically or drop completely. The key to follow these basic guidelines: 1. D-Link DAP-1955 User Manual 9 A wall that is as glass, steel, metal, walls with insulation, water (fish tanks), mirrors, file cabinets, brick, and concrete will travel...
Be aware of the direct line between the D-Link extender and other objects that the signal will degrade your 2.4 GHz phone base is 1.5 feet thick (0.5 meters), at an angle) for better reception. 3. Building materials ... of materials and background RF (radio frequency) noise in your wireless connection may degrade dramatically or drop completely. The key to follow these basic guidelines: 1. D-Link DAP-1955 User Manual 9 A wall that is as glass, steel, metal, walls with insulation, water (fish tanks), mirrors, file cabinets, brick, and concrete will travel...
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Verify that the power LED is blinking orange before continuing with configuration. Installation Hardware Setup Plug in the DAP-1955 to a power outlet. OUTLET D-Link DAP-1955 User Manual 10 Section 2 -
Verify that the power LED is blinking orange before continuing with configuration. Installation Hardware Setup Plug in the DAP-1955 to a power outlet. OUTLET D-Link DAP-1955 User Manual 10 Section 2 -
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... closer to achieve the fastest wireless speeds. The more lit bars on the Signal Indicator LED, the better the wireless signal. Poor Ok Good Best D-Link DAP-1955 User Manual 11 If the Signal Indicator LED has a single orange bar after the connection process has finished, the DAP-1955 has established...
... closer to achieve the fastest wireless speeds. The more lit bars on the Signal Indicator LED, the better the wireless signal. Poor Ok Good Best D-Link DAP-1955 User Manual 11 If the Signal Indicator LED has a single orange bar after the connection process has finished, the DAP-1955 has established...
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...Configuration Getting Started There are several configuration tools you log into the extender's web configuration utility for setup instructions. • Access Point Mode Settings- D-Link DAP-1955 User Manual 12 This wizard will go through how to setup your DAP-1955. • WPS PBC - This section will launch when you... can use to configure your extender. Use your compatible iOS or Android device to set up your extender as an access point. Refer to "D-Link Wi-Fi" on page 16 for the first time. Refer to "Wireless Setup Wizard" on page 14 for setup instructions. •...
...Configuration Getting Started There are several configuration tools you log into the extender's web configuration utility for setup instructions. • Access Point Mode Settings- D-Link DAP-1955 User Manual 12 This wizard will go through how to setup your DAP-1955. • WPS PBC - This section will launch when you... can use to configure your extender. Use your compatible iOS or Android device to set up your extender as an access point. Refer to "D-Link Wi-Fi" on page 16 for the first time. Refer to "Wireless Setup Wizard" on page 14 for setup instructions. •...
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Section 3 - The Status LED/WPS button will present a single wireless network. The password will be automatically added to the best band, either 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz. D-Link DAP-1955 User Manual 13 Connecting Devices to the DAP-1955 The DAP-1955 is now ready to "Extender Settings" on the DAP-1955. To ...
Section 3 - The Status LED/WPS button will present a single wireless network. The password will be automatically added to the best band, either 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz. D-Link DAP-1955 User Manual 13 Connecting Devices to the DAP-1955 The DAP-1955 is now ready to "Extender Settings" on the DAP-1955. To ...
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... you are using an Android device, the appearance may be different from that of your compatible Android or iOS device. D-Link Wi-Fi D-Link DAP-1955 User Manual 14 Step 2 Launch the D-Link Wi-Fi app from your device. You can also scan the QR code on the Install New Device button at... the middle of the D-Link Wi-Fi app. Section 2 - Installation D-Link Wi-Fi App Setup The D-Link Wi-Fi app allows you to install and configure your DAP-1955 from the home screen of the screenshots, but...
... you are using an Android device, the appearance may be different from that of your compatible Android or iOS device. D-Link Wi-Fi D-Link DAP-1955 User Manual 14 Step 2 Launch the D-Link Wi-Fi app from your device. You can also scan the QR code on the Install New Device button at... the middle of the D-Link Wi-Fi app. Section 2 - Installation D-Link Wi-Fi App Setup The D-Link Wi-Fi app allows you to install and configure your DAP-1955 from the home screen of the screenshots, but...
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Configuration Step 4 Tap Yes if you have the setup QR code with you to scan the QR code and proceed to continue. Tap Next to step 6. Simply follow the on-screen instructions to step 5. Step 5 Tap the Extender product option, then select DAP-1955 from the list of available devices. If not, tap No and proceed to complete the installation and DAP-1955 configuration process. Step 6 You will now be guided through a step-by-step process for setting up your device. Section 3 - D-Link DAP-1955 User Manual 15
Configuration Step 4 Tap Yes if you have the setup QR code with you to scan the QR code and proceed to continue. Tap Next to step 6. Simply follow the on-screen instructions to step 5. Step 5 Tap the Extender product option, then select DAP-1955 from the list of available devices. If not, tap No and proceed to complete the installation and DAP-1955 configuration process. Step 6 You will now be guided through a step-by-step process for setting up your device. Section 3 - D-Link DAP-1955 User Manual 15
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... automatically appear. If this is your first time logging in to the device's network using an Ethernet cable or by leaving the password field blank. D-Link DAP-1955 User Manual 16 The device specific URL is written in to the Internet via a wireless setup process. Section 3 - If the setup process ...http://dlinkap.local./ where changes per the device and is designed to guide you through a step-by-step process to configure your new DAP-1955 AC1900 Mesh Wi-Fi Range Extender to extend your DAP-1955 using its Wi-Fi Name/SSID and password, then type the device specific URL into...
... automatically appear. If this is your first time logging in to the device's network using an Ethernet cable or by leaving the password field blank. D-Link DAP-1955 User Manual 16 The device specific URL is written in to the Internet via a wireless setup process. Section 3 - If the setup process ...http://dlinkap.local./ where changes per the device and is designed to guide you through a step-by-step process to configure your new DAP-1955 AC1900 Mesh Wi-Fi Range Extender to extend your DAP-1955 using its Wi-Fi Name/SSID and password, then type the device specific URL into...
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Configuration Agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy to begin. Click Next to continue. This wizard will guide you through configuring your new DAP-1955 by wireless means. Section 3 - D-Link DAP-1955 User Manual DAP-1955 17
Configuration Agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy to begin. Click Next to continue. This wizard will guide you through configuring your new DAP-1955 by wireless means. Section 3 - D-Link DAP-1955 User Manual DAP-1955 17