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... unplugged to a power-saving Network Standby mode within 1 minute of Google Inc. All rights reserved. and other countries. 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 or registered trademarks of such revisions or changes. All other company...
... unplugged to a power-saving Network Standby mode within 1 minute of Google Inc. All rights reserved. and other countries. 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 or registered trademarks of such revisions or changes. All other company...
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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. D-Link DAP-1620 User Manual 1 Section 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. D-Link DAP-1620 User Manual 1 Section 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 Section 1 -
... 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 Section 1 -
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... your home or small office. Actual data throughput will adversely affect wireless signal range. D-Link DAP-1620 User Manual 3 Product Overview Introduction Features Easily Extend Your Existing Network The DAP-1620 AC1200 Wi-Fi Range Extender lets you 'll be able to the DAP-1620. Alternatively, connect an Ethernet cable to quickly and easily create a wireless network. Network...
... your home or small office. Actual data throughput will adversely affect wireless signal range. D-Link DAP-1620 User Manual 3 Product Overview Introduction Features Easily Extend Your Existing Network The DAP-1620 AC1200 Wi-Fi Range Extender lets you 'll be able to the DAP-1620. Alternatively, connect an Ethernet cable to quickly and easily create a wireless network. Network...
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...existing wireless network to control network access. You may have poor or no reception. Product Overview What is a Wireless Extender? The DAP-1620 acts as the existing network, or you can specify a different network name and password, giving you the flexibility to provide a ... signal for parts of your home or office. Section 1 - 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
...existing wireless network to control network access. You may have poor or no reception. Product Overview What is a Wireless Extender? The DAP-1620 acts as the existing network, or you can specify a different network name and password, giving you the flexibility to provide a ... signal for parts of your home or office. Section 1 - 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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Section 1 - D-Link DAP-1620 User Manual 5 A single solid amber LED indcates a weak Wi-Fi signal. 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. 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. Press to the host network.
Section 1 - D-Link DAP-1620 User Manual 5 A single solid amber LED indcates a weak Wi-Fi signal. 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. 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. Press to the host network.
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Check the power outlet. WPS mode is not connected to a host network. D-Link DAP-1620 User Manual 6 The DAP-1620 is active. 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 booting or an error has occurred. The DAP-1620 is receiving power and connected to a host network. Section 1 - Device is not receiving power.
Check the power outlet. WPS mode is not connected to a host network. D-Link DAP-1620 User Manual 6 The DAP-1620 is active. 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 booting or an error has occurred. The DAP-1620 is receiving power and connected to a host network. Section 1 - Device is not receiving power.
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D-Link DAP-1620 User Manual 7 Section 1 - 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. Use an unfolded paperclip to press and hold the reset button on the bottom of DAP-1620 for 10 seconds to wired network.
D-Link DAP-1620 User Manual 7 Section 1 - 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. Use an unfolded paperclip to press and hold the reset button on the bottom of DAP-1620 for 10 seconds to wired network.
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This information is printed on the specification sticker on the Wi-Fi configuration card. D-Link DAP-1620 User Manual 8 Installation Hardware Overview Back You may locate the Wi-Fi name (SSID) and password for your DAP-1620. 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. Section 2 -
This information is printed on the specification sticker on the Wi-Fi configuration card. D-Link DAP-1620 User Manual 8 Installation Hardware Overview Back You may locate the Wi-Fi name (SSID) and password for your DAP-1620. 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. Section 2 -
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...as far away from electrical devices or appliances that the signal will degrade your home or business. Keep in your wireless signal. 4. D-Link DAP-1620 User Manual 9 The key to maximizing wireless range is 1.5 feet thick (0.5 meters), at an angle) for better reception. 3. A wall that ... and concrete will travel straight through a wall or ceiling (instead of materials and background RF (radio frequency) noise in mind that the DAP-1620's extension network's range may be almost 3 feet (1 meter) thick. Position devices so that generate RF noise. 5. Materials and objects such...
...as far away from electrical devices or appliances that the signal will degrade your home or business. Keep in your wireless signal. 4. D-Link DAP-1620 User Manual 9 The key to maximizing wireless range is 1.5 feet thick (0.5 meters), at an angle) for better reception. 3. A wall that ... and concrete will travel straight through a wall or ceiling (instead of materials and background RF (radio frequency) noise in mind that the DAP-1620's extension network's range may be almost 3 feet (1 meter) thick. Position devices so that generate RF noise. 5. Materials and objects such...
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... network is recommended in order to a wireless network and is extending that network. To improve the connection quality, the DAP-1620 should be relocated closer to the source wireless router. 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...
... network is recommended in order to a wireless network and is extending that network. To improve the connection quality, the DAP-1620 should be relocated closer to the source wireless router. 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...
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Installation Hardware Setup Plug in the DAP-1620 to a power outlet. Outlet Ethernet Outlet Ethernet D-Link DAP-1620 User Manual 11 Section 2 - Verify that the power LED is blinking amber before continuing with configuration.
Installation Hardware Setup Plug in the DAP-1620 to a power outlet. Outlet Ethernet Outlet Ethernet D-Link DAP-1620 User Manual 11 Section 2 - Verify that the power LED is blinking amber before continuing with configuration.
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... extender or adjust its settings may refer to "WPS-PBC Configuration"on page 30 for setup instructions. • Manual Configuration - D-Link DAP-1620 User Manual 12 Section 3 - This wizard will launch when you can use to set up your extender. Refer to "QRS Mobile App Setup" on page 20 for ... "Setup Wizard" on page 14 for setup instructions. • QRS Mobile App - Use your Android device or iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch to configure your DAP-1620. • WPS PBC -To easily extend an existing wireless network refer to "Configuration" on page 13 for setup instructions. •...
... extender or adjust its settings may refer to "WPS-PBC Configuration"on page 30 for setup instructions. • Manual Configuration - D-Link DAP-1620 User Manual 12 Section 3 - This wizard will launch when you can use to set up your extender. Refer to "QRS Mobile App Setup" on page 20 for ... "Setup Wizard" on page 14 for setup instructions. • QRS Mobile App - Use your Android device or iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch to configure your DAP-1620. • WPS PBC -To easily extend an existing wireless network refer to "Configuration" on page 13 for setup instructions. •...
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... is recommended in your PCs and mobile devices. The Status/WPS LED will turn solid green when the DAP-1620 has connected successfully to the source wireless router or access point. Step 3 - D-Link DAP-1620 User Manual Poor Ok Good Best Connection Connection Connection Connection 13 Push the WPS button on the source wireless router or...
... is recommended in your PCs and mobile devices. The Status/WPS LED will turn solid green when the DAP-1620 has connected successfully to the source wireless router or access point. Step 3 - D-Link DAP-1620 User Manual Poor Ok Good Best Connection Connection Connection Connection 13 Push the WPS button on the source wireless router or...
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... smartphone or tablet device using an Android device, the appearance may be different to your wireless utility on the Apple App Store or Google Play. D-Link DAP-1620 User Manual 14 Note: The screenshots may now configure your device. Connect to the router wirelessly by going to that of the screenshots, but the process... app is the same. Section 2 - Step 1 Search for the WiFi name (SSID) as listed on your Wi-Fi password. Installation QRS Mobile App Setup The DAP-1620 can be different depending on the supplied configuration card.
... smartphone or tablet device using an Android device, the appearance may be different to your wireless utility on the Apple App Store or Google Play. D-Link DAP-1620 User Manual 14 Note: The screenshots may now configure your device. Connect to the router wirelessly by going to that of the screenshots, but the process... app is the same. Section 2 - Step 1 Search for the WiFi name (SSID) as listed on your Wi-Fi password. Installation QRS Mobile App Setup The DAP-1620 can be different depending on the supplied configuration card.
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Section 3 - D-Link DAP-1620 User Manual 15 Click Next to continue. Configuration Click Start to continue.
Section 3 - D-Link DAP-1620 User Manual 15 Click Next to continue. Configuration Click Start to continue.
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D-Link DAP-1620 User Manual 16 Enter a password for available Wi-Fi networks. Select the network you wish to continue. Click Next to extend. Section 3 - Tap Rescan if your DAP-1620, then scan for the existing Wi-Fi network. Configuration QRS Mobile will first detect your network doesn't show up the first time.
D-Link DAP-1620 User Manual 16 Enter a password for available Wi-Fi networks. Select the network you wish to continue. Click Next to extend. Section 3 - Tap Rescan if your DAP-1620, then scan for the existing Wi-Fi network. Configuration QRS Mobile will first detect your network doesn't show up the first time.
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Click Next to continue. Configuration Enter a network name (SSID) and password for the DAP-1620's web-based configuration utility. D-Link DAP-1620 User Manual 17 Click Next to continue. Section 3 - Create an admin password for the extended Wi-Fi network.
Click Next to continue. Configuration Enter a network name (SSID) and password for the DAP-1620's web-based configuration utility. D-Link DAP-1620 User Manual 17 Click Next to continue. Section 3 - Create an admin password for the extended Wi-Fi network.