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.../DHCPv6 36 Static IPv6 37 Link-local Only 38 Management 39 Admin 39 System 40 Upgrade 41 Statistics 42 Connecting Wireless Clients to the Extended Network.43 WPS Button 43 Windows® 8 44 WPA/WPA2 44 Windows® 7 46 WPA/WPA2 46 Windows Vista 49 WPA/WPA2 50 Troubleshooting 52 D-Link DAP-1610 User Manual ii
.../DHCPv6 36 Static IPv6 37 Link-local Only 38 Management 39 Admin 39 System 40 Upgrade 41 Statistics 42 Connecting Wireless Clients to the Extended Network.43 WPS Button 43 Windows® 8 44 WPA/WPA2 44 Windows® 7 46 WPA/WPA2 46 Windows Vista 49 WPA/WPA2 50 Troubleshooting 52 D-Link DAP-1610 User Manual ii
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Table of Contents Wireless Basics 54 Tips...55 Technical Specifications 56 GPL Code Statement 57 Safety Statements 58 D-Link DAP-1610 User Manual iii
Table of Contents Wireless Basics 54 Tips...55 Technical Specifications 56 GPL Code Statement 57 Safety Statements 58 D-Link DAP-1610 User Manual iii
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D-Link DAP-1610 User Manual 1 Section 1 - Product Overview Package Contents DAP-1610 AC1200 Wi-Fi Range Extender Wi-Fi Configuration Note Wi-Fi Configuration Card Quick Installation Guide If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller.
D-Link DAP-1610 User Manual 1 Section 1 - Product Overview Package Contents DAP-1610 AC1200 Wi-Fi Range Extender Wi-Fi Configuration Note Wi-Fi Configuration Card Quick Installation Guide If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller.
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... Requirements: • Internet Explorer® 9 or later • Firefox® 20.0 or later • Safari® 5.1 or later • Google Chrome™ 25.0 or later D-Link DAP-1610 User Manual 2 Section 1 -
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... ensure that you'll be able to prevent unauthorized access from standard IEEE specifications. D-Link DAP-1610 User Manual 3 Latest Wireless Network Security and Encryption The DAP-1610 supports wireless security features to use the best possible encryption methods with IEEE 802.11n... button. Actual data throughput will even guide you easily extend a secure wireless network with smooth performance. Connect the DAP-1610 to your compatible wireless devices. * Maximum wireless signal rate derived from the wireless network. Network conditions and environmental ...
... ensure that you'll be able to prevent unauthorized access from standard IEEE specifications. D-Link DAP-1610 User Manual 3 Latest Wireless Network Security and Encryption The DAP-1610 supports wireless security features to use the best possible encryption methods with IEEE 802.11n... button. Actual data throughput will even guide you easily extend a secure wireless network with smooth performance. Connect the DAP-1610 to your compatible wireless devices. * Maximum wireless signal rate derived from the wireless network. Network conditions and environmental ...
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.... You may have poor or no reception. Extend Your Wireless Network using Wi-Fi Internet Router DAP-1610 Extender Wireless Devices Create a Wireless Network using Ethernet Computer Computer Internet Router DAP-1610 Access Point Wireless Devices D-Link DAP-1610 User Manual 4 Section 1 - The DAP-1610 acts as a repeater to extend the range of an existing wireless network to provide a better signal...
.... You may have poor or no reception. Extend Your Wireless Network using Wi-Fi Internet Router DAP-1610 Extender Wireless Devices Create a Wireless Network using Ethernet Computer Computer Internet Router DAP-1610 Access Point Wireless Devices D-Link DAP-1610 User Manual 4 Section 1 - The DAP-1610 acts as a repeater to extend the range of an existing wireless network to provide a better signal...
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... signal to "Status/WPS LED Indicator" on page 7 for more information. Refer to the host network. D-Link DAP-1610 User Manual 5 Section 1 - The more lit green bars on the bottom of the DAP-1610. For more information. Refer to establish a connection with another WPS compatible device. This LED indicates the current status... of DAP-1610 until the status LED turns red, to reset the device back to "Optimize Extender Location" on page 43 for more...
... signal to "Status/WPS LED Indicator" on page 7 for more information. Refer to the host network. D-Link DAP-1610 User Manual 5 Section 1 - The more lit green bars on the bottom of the DAP-1610. For more information. Refer to establish a connection with another WPS compatible device. This LED indicates the current status... of DAP-1610 until the status LED turns red, to reset the device back to "Optimize Extender Location" on page 43 for more...
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Product Overview Hardware Overview Bottom 1 1 LAN Connect an Ethernet cable if you are adding wireless to an existing wired network. D-Link DAP-1610 User Manual 6 Section 1 -
Product Overview Hardware Overview Bottom 1 1 LAN Connect an Ethernet cable if you are adding wireless to an existing wired network. D-Link DAP-1610 User Manual 6 Section 1 -
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The DAP-1610 is not receiving power. D-Link DAP-1610 User Manual 7 The DAP-1610 is not connected to a host network. Device is booting or an error has occurred. Check the power outlet. Section 1 - Product Overview Status/WPS LED Indicator Status/WPS LED Indicator LED Indicator Color Green Power/Status Red Amber None Status Solid Blinking Solid Blinking Off Description The DAP-1610 is active and ready to add a wireless device. WPS mode is receiving power and connected to a host network.
The DAP-1610 is not receiving power. D-Link DAP-1610 User Manual 7 The DAP-1610 is not connected to a host network. Device is booting or an error has occurred. Check the power outlet. Section 1 - Product Overview Status/WPS LED Indicator Status/WPS LED Indicator LED Indicator Color Green Power/Status Red Amber None Status Solid Blinking Solid Blinking Off Description The DAP-1610 is active and ready to add a wireless device. WPS mode is receiving power and connected to a host network.
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Installation Hardware Overview Back You may locate the Wi-Fi name (SSID) and password for your computer or mobile device to the default network (SSID) of the device. This information is also provided on the back of your DAP-1610. You will need this information to connect your DAP-1610. D-Link DAP-1610 User Manual 8 This information is printed on the specification sticker on the Wi-Fi configuration card. Section 2 -
Installation Hardware Overview Back You may locate the Wi-Fi name (SSID) and password for your computer or mobile device to the default network (SSID) of the device. This information is also provided on the back of your DAP-1610. You will need this information to connect your DAP-1610. D-Link DAP-1610 User Manual 8 This information is printed on the specification sticker on the Wi-Fi configuration card. Section 2 -
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...within range of walls and ceilings between network devices. Be aware of materials and background RF (radio frequency) noise in mind that the DAP-1610's extension network's range may degrade dramatically or drop completely. each wall or ceiling can reduce your adapter's range from your wireless devices as... thickness and location of walls or ceilings is not in use. Keep your wireless connection may be almost 3 feet (1 meter) thick. D-Link DAP-1610 User Manual 9 A solid metal door or aluminum studs may have a negative effect on the types of the direct line between the...
...within range of walls and ceilings between network devices. Be aware of materials and background RF (radio frequency) noise in mind that the DAP-1610's extension network's range may degrade dramatically or drop completely. each wall or ceiling can reduce your adapter's range from your wireless devices as... thickness and location of walls or ceilings is not in use. Keep your wireless connection may be almost 3 feet (1 meter) thick. D-Link DAP-1610 User Manual 9 A solid metal door or aluminum studs may have a negative effect on the types of the direct line between the...
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Section 2 - In order to maximize performance, fully extend the antennas to give you the fastest, most stable network connection possible. Installation Antenna Setup The DAP-1610 is designed to provide optimal wireless coverage. D-Link DAP-1610 User Manual 10 Keep the extender in an open area for better wireless coverage.
Section 2 - In order to maximize performance, fully extend the antennas to give you the fastest, most stable network connection possible. Installation Antenna Setup The DAP-1610 is designed to provide optimal wireless coverage. D-Link DAP-1610 User Manual 10 Keep the extender in an open area for better wireless coverage.
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Section 2 - Installation Hardware Setup Plug the DAP-1610 into a wall outlet, and wait until the Status/WPS LED is blinking amber. D-Link DAP-1610 User Manual Outlet Outlet Ethernet Ethernet 11
Section 2 - Installation Hardware Setup Plug the DAP-1610 into a wall outlet, and wait until the Status/WPS LED is blinking amber. D-Link DAP-1610 User Manual Outlet Outlet Ethernet Ethernet 11
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... Android device or iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch to configure your DAP-1610. • WPS PBC -To easily extend an existing wireless network refer to"WPS-PBC Configuration"on page 15 for setup instructions. • D-Link Setup Wizard - Refer to "Configuration" on page 21 for the...'s web configuration utility for setup instructions. • Manual Configuration - Advanced users who wish to manually setup extender or adjust its settings may refer to "QRS Mobile App Setup" on page 13 for more information. D-Link DAP-1610 User Manual 12 Refer to set up your extender. This wizard...
... Android device or iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch to configure your DAP-1610. • WPS PBC -To easily extend an existing wireless network refer to"WPS-PBC Configuration"on page 15 for setup instructions. • D-Link Setup Wizard - Refer to "Configuration" on page 21 for the...'s web configuration utility for setup instructions. • Manual Configuration - Advanced users who wish to manually setup extender or adjust its settings may refer to "QRS Mobile App Setup" on page 13 for more information. D-Link DAP-1610 User Manual 12 Refer to set up your extender. This wizard...
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... (SSID). The Status/WPS LED will be the same as the wireless network you are extending. • (Your router's SSID) D-Link DAP-1610 User Manual 13 The password(s) will turn solid green when the DAP-1610 has connected successfully to flash green. The Status/WPS LED will start to the source wireless router or access point. Push...
... (SSID). The Status/WPS LED will be the same as the wireless network you are extending. • (Your router's SSID) D-Link DAP-1610 User Manual 13 The password(s) will turn solid green when the DAP-1610 has connected successfully to flash green. The Status/WPS LED will start to the source wireless router or access point. Push...
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Best Good Ok Poor D-Link DAP-1610 User Manual 14 Section 3 - If the extender has been configured as an Access Point and is extending that network. To improve the connection quality, the DAP-1610 should be relocated closer to an uplink network, the Smart Signal LED will turn solid green when the DAP-1610 has connected successfully to a wireless network... the Signal Indicator LED, the better the wireless signal. If the Smart Signal LED has a single amber bar after the connection process has finished, the DAP-1610 has established a poor quality connection.
Best Good Ok Poor D-Link DAP-1610 User Manual 14 Section 3 - If the extender has been configured as an Access Point and is extending that network. To improve the connection quality, the DAP-1610 should be relocated closer to an uplink network, the Smart Signal LED will turn solid green when the DAP-1610 has connected successfully to a wireless network... the Signal Indicator LED, the better the wireless signal. If the Smart Signal LED has a single amber bar after the connection process has finished, the DAP-1610 has established a poor quality connection.
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... device. Step 1 Search for the WiFi name (SSID) as listed on the Apple App Store or Google Play. D-Link DAP-1610 User Manual 15 Step 2 Once your app is the same. Installation QRS Mobile App Setup The DAP-1610 can be different to your wireless utility on your Wi-Fi password. Select and then enter your mobile...
... device. Step 1 Search for the WiFi name (SSID) as listed on the Apple App Store or Google Play. D-Link DAP-1610 User Manual 15 Step 2 Once your app is the same. Installation QRS Mobile App Setup The DAP-1610 can be different to your wireless utility on your Wi-Fi password. Select and then enter your mobile...
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Section 3 - Click Next to continue. Configuration Click Start to continue. D-Link DAP-1610 User Manual 16
Section 3 - Click Next to continue. Configuration Click Start to continue. D-Link DAP-1610 User Manual 16