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... within 1 minute of Google Inc. and other countries. All rights reserved. Copyright © 2015 by D-Link Corporation. Network Standby: 3.54 watts D-Link DAP-1620 User Manual i Internet Explorer®, Windows® and the Windows logo are trademarks of Apple Inc. Apple®, ...changes in the content hereof without prior expressed written permission from D-Link Corporation. Revision 1.00 Manual Revisions Date September 8, 2015 • Initial release Description Trademarks D-Link and the D-Link logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of companies. App StoreSM is...
... within 1 minute of Google Inc. and other countries. All rights reserved. Copyright © 2015 by D-Link Corporation. Network Standby: 3.54 watts D-Link DAP-1620 User Manual i Internet Explorer®, Windows® and the Windows logo are trademarks of Apple Inc. Apple®, ...changes in the content hereof without prior expressed written permission from D-Link Corporation. Revision 1.00 Manual Revisions Date September 8, 2015 • Initial release Description Trademarks D-Link and the D-Link logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of companies. App StoreSM is...
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... 36 Link-local Only 37 Management 38 Admin 38 System 39 Upgrade 40 Statistics 41 Connecting Wireless Clients to the Extended Network.42 WPS Button 42 Windows® 8 43 WPA/WPA2 43 Windows® 7 45 WPA/WPA2 45 Windows Vista 48 WPA/WPA2 49 Troubleshooting 51 Wireless Basics 53 D-Link DAP-1620 User Manual ii
... 36 Link-local Only 37 Management 38 Admin 38 System 39 Upgrade 40 Statistics 41 Connecting Wireless Clients to the Extended Network.42 WPS Button 42 Windows® 8 43 WPA/WPA2 43 Windows® 7 45 WPA/WPA2 45 Windows Vista 48 WPA/WPA2 49 Troubleshooting 51 Wireless Basics 53 D-Link DAP-1620 User Manual ii
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Table of Contents Tips...54 Technical Specifications 55 GPL Code Statement 56 Safety Statements 71 D-Link DAP-1620 User Manual iii
Table of Contents Tips...54 Technical Specifications 55 GPL Code Statement 56 Safety Statements 71 D-Link DAP-1620 User Manual iii
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Product Overview Package Contents DAP-1620 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. Section 1 - D-Link DAP-1620 User Manual 1
Product Overview Package Contents DAP-1620 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. Section 1 - D-Link DAP-1620 User Manual 1
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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-1620 User Manual 2
... 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-1620 User Manual 2
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... security features to a router via Wi-Fi or Ethernet and share your high-speed Internet access in no time. D-Link DAP-1620 User Manual 3 This feature lets you through the setup process, getting your compatible wireless devices. * Maximum wireless signal rate derived...devices without sacrificing performance. Product Overview Introduction Features Easily Extend Your Existing Network The DAP-1620 AC1200 Wi-Fi Range Extender lets you quickly and easily connect the DAP-1620 to the DAP-1620. High-speed Wireless Performance With Wireless 802.11ac Technology Thanks to the latest Wireless...
... security features to a router via Wi-Fi or Ethernet and share your high-speed Internet access in no time. D-Link DAP-1620 User Manual 3 This feature lets you through the setup process, getting your compatible wireless devices. * Maximum wireless signal rate derived...devices without sacrificing performance. Product Overview Introduction Features Easily Extend Your Existing Network The DAP-1620 AC1200 Wi-Fi Range Extender lets you quickly and easily connect the DAP-1620 to the DAP-1620. High-speed Wireless Performance With Wireless 802.11ac Technology Thanks to the latest Wireless...
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...control network access. You may have poor or no reception. Section 1 - The extended network can simply use the DAP-1620 as a wireless access point by the DAP-1620, allowing you to provide a better signal for parts of your home or office that may also use the same ... an Ethernet cable. Product Overview What is a Wireless Extender? Extend Your Wireless Network using Wi-Fi Internet Router DAP-1620 Extender Wireless Devices Create a Wireless Network using Ethernet Computer Computer Internet Router DAP-1620 Access Point Wireless Devices D-Link DAP-1620 User Manual 4
...control network access. You may have poor or no reception. Section 1 - The extended network can simply use the DAP-1620 as a wireless access point by the DAP-1620, allowing you to provide a better signal for parts of your home or office that may also use the same ... an Ethernet cable. Product Overview What is a Wireless Extender? Extend Your Wireless Network using Wi-Fi Internet Router DAP-1620 Extender Wireless Devices Create a Wireless Network using Ethernet Computer Computer Internet Router DAP-1620 Access Point Wireless Devices D-Link DAP-1620 User Manual 4
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Product Overview Hardware Overview Front 1 2 3 1 Status/WPS LED This LED indicates the current status of the DAP-1620, as detailed on the Signal Indicator LED, the better the wireless signal to establish a connection with anotherWPS compatible device. A single solid amber LED indcates a weak Wi-Fi signal. D-Link DAP-1620 User Manual 5 Press to the host network. Section 1 - See page"WPS Button"on page 42 for 2 WPS Button more information. 3 Signal Indicator LED The more lit green bars on the next page.
Product Overview Hardware Overview Front 1 2 3 1 Status/WPS LED This LED indicates the current status of the DAP-1620, as detailed on the Signal Indicator LED, the better the wireless signal to establish a connection with anotherWPS compatible device. A single solid amber LED indcates a weak Wi-Fi signal. D-Link DAP-1620 User Manual 5 Press to the host network. Section 1 - See page"WPS Button"on page 42 for 2 WPS Button more information. 3 Signal Indicator LED The more lit green bars on the next page.
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Section 1 - Device is booting or an error has occurred. The DAP-1620 is not connected to a host network. Check the power outlet. 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-1620 is active. The DAP-1620 is not receiving power. WPS mode is receiving power and connected to a host network. D-Link DAP-1620 User Manual 6
Section 1 - Device is booting or an error has occurred. The DAP-1620 is not connected to a host network. Check the power outlet. 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-1620 is active. The DAP-1620 is not receiving power. WPS mode is receiving power and connected to a host network. D-Link DAP-1620 User Manual 6
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D-Link DAP-1620 User Manual 7 Use an unfolded paperclip to press and hold the reset button on the bottom of DAP-1620 for 10 seconds to wired network. Product Overview Hardware Overview Bottom 1 2 1 LAN 2 Reset Button Connect an Ethernet cable if you are adding wireless to restore the factory default settings. Section 1 -
D-Link DAP-1620 User Manual 7 Use an unfolded paperclip to press and hold the reset button on the bottom of DAP-1620 for 10 seconds to wired network. Product Overview Hardware Overview Bottom 1 2 1 LAN 2 Reset Button Connect an Ethernet cable if you are adding wireless to restore the factory default settings. Section 1 -
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Section 2 - This information is printed on the specification sticker on the Wi-Fi configuration card. D-Link DAP-1620 User Manual 8 You will need this information to connect your computer or mobile device to the default network (SSID) of the device. This information is also provided on the back of your DAP-1620. Installation Hardware Overview Back You may locate the Wi-Fi name (SSID) and password for your DAP-1620.
Section 2 - This information is printed on the specification sticker on the Wi-Fi configuration card. D-Link DAP-1620 User Manual 8 You will need this information to connect your computer or mobile device to the default network (SSID) of the device. This information is also provided on the back of your DAP-1620. Installation Hardware Overview Back You may locate the Wi-Fi name (SSID) and password for your DAP-1620.
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... is as possible. A solid metal door or aluminum studs may degrade dramatically or drop completely. D-Link DAP-1620 User Manual 9 Keep the number of the direct line between the D-Link extender and other objects that the signal passes through drywall or open doorways. each wall or ceiling... away from electrical devices or appliances that the signal will degrade your home or business. Installation Installation Wireless Installation Considerations The DAP-1620 lets you are using 2.4 GHz cordless phones or X-10 (wireless products such as ceiling fans, lights, and home security...
... is as possible. A solid metal door or aluminum studs may degrade dramatically or drop completely. D-Link DAP-1620 User Manual 9 Keep the number of the direct line between the D-Link extender and other objects that the signal passes through drywall or open doorways. each wall or ceiling... away from electrical devices or appliances that the signal will degrade your home or business. Installation Installation Wireless Installation Considerations The DAP-1620 lets you are using 2.4 GHz cordless phones or X-10 (wireless products such as ceiling fans, lights, and home security...
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... the wireless signal. Using the 5 GHz extension network is extending that network. Poor Ok Good Best D-Link DAP-1620 User Manual 10 If the Signal Indicator LED has a single amber bar after the connection process has finished, the DAP-1620 has established a poor quality connection. Section 2 - Installation Assessing Uplink Signal Strength The Status/WPS LED will...
... the wireless signal. Using the 5 GHz extension network is extending that network. Poor Ok Good Best D-Link DAP-1620 User Manual 10 If the Signal Indicator LED has a single amber bar after the connection process has finished, the DAP-1620 has established a poor quality connection. Section 2 - Installation Assessing Uplink Signal Strength The Status/WPS LED will...
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Outlet Ethernet Outlet Ethernet D-Link DAP-1620 User Manual 11 Verify that the power LED is blinking amber before continuing with configuration. Section 2 - Installation Hardware Setup Plug in the DAP-1620 to a power outlet.
Outlet Ethernet Outlet Ethernet D-Link DAP-1620 User Manual 11 Verify that the power LED is blinking amber before continuing with configuration. Section 2 - Installation Hardware Setup Plug in the DAP-1620 to a power outlet.
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... up your extender. Section 3 - Refer to "WPS-PBC Configuration"on page 20 for the first time. D-Link DAP-1620 User Manual 12 Configuration Getting Started There are several configuration tools you log into the Extender's web configuration utility for setup instructions. •...; Manual Configuration - Refer to configure your DAP-1620. • WPS PBC -To easily extend an existing wireless network refer to "QRS Mobile App Setup" on page ...
... up your extender. Section 3 - Refer to "WPS-PBC Configuration"on page 20 for the first time. D-Link DAP-1620 User Manual 12 Configuration Getting Started There are several configuration tools you log into the Extender's web configuration utility for setup instructions. •...; Manual Configuration - Refer to configure your DAP-1620. • WPS PBC -To easily extend an existing wireless network refer to "QRS Mobile App Setup" on page ...
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... Using the 5 GHz extension network is recommended in your PCs and mobile devices. The more lit bars on the DAP-1620. Connecting Devices to the source wireless router or access point. D-Link DAP-1620 User Manual Poor Ok Good Best Connection Connection Connection Connection 13 You may use the WPS method to connect devices to finish...
... Using the 5 GHz extension network is recommended in your PCs and mobile devices. The more lit bars on the DAP-1620. Connecting Devices to the source wireless router or access point. D-Link DAP-1620 User Manual Poor Ok Good Best Connection Connection Connection Connection 13 You may use the WPS method to connect devices to finish...
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... App on your extender. Installation QRS Mobile App Setup The DAP-1620 can be different to the extender, launch the QRS Mobile app from your iPhone, iPod touch, iPad, or Android smartphone or tablet device using an Android device, the appearance may now configure your mobile device's OS version. D-Link DAP-1620 User Manual 14 Section 2 -
... App on your extender. Installation QRS Mobile App Setup The DAP-1620 can be different to the extender, launch the QRS Mobile app from your iPhone, iPod touch, iPad, or Android smartphone or tablet device using an Android device, the appearance may now configure your mobile device's OS version. D-Link DAP-1620 User Manual 14 Section 2 -
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Click Next to continue. D-Link DAP-1620 User Manual 15 Configuration Click Start to continue. Section 3 -
Click Next to continue. D-Link DAP-1620 User Manual 15 Configuration Click Start to continue. Section 3 -
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Section 3 - Select the network you wish to continue. Enter a password for available Wi-Fi networks. Click Next to extend. Tap Rescan if your DAP-1620, then scan for the existing Wi-Fi network. D-Link DAP-1620 User Manual 16 Configuration QRS Mobile will first detect your network doesn't show up the first time.
Section 3 - Select the network you wish to continue. Enter a password for available Wi-Fi networks. Click Next to extend. Tap Rescan if your DAP-1620, then scan for the existing Wi-Fi network. D-Link DAP-1620 User Manual 16 Configuration QRS Mobile will first detect your network doesn't show up the first time.
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Click Next to continue. Click Next to continue. D-Link DAP-1620 User Manual 17 Configuration Enter a network name (SSID) and password for the DAP-1620's web-based configuration utility. Create an admin password for the extended Wi-Fi network. Section 3 -
Click Next to continue. Click Next to continue. D-Link DAP-1620 User Manual 17 Configuration Enter a network name (SSID) and password for the DAP-1620's web-based configuration utility. Create an admin password for the extended Wi-Fi network. Section 3 -