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...Wireless to an Existing Wired Network 25 Configure Administrator Password 27 Save Your Configuration 28 Configuration 29 Home 29 Uplink Router 30 DAP-1720 31 Connected Clients 32 Settings 33 Extender Settings 33 Network Settings 36 Advanced Settings 36 Management 40 Admin 40 System 41 Upgrade 42 Statistics ...43 Connecting Wireless Clients to the Extended Network.44 Using the WPS Button 44 Windows® 10 45 Windows® 8 47 WPA/WPA2 47 Windows® 7 49 WPA/WPA2 49 Windows Vista 52 WPA/WPA2 53 D-Link DAP-1720 User Manual ii
...Wireless to an Existing Wired Network 25 Configure Administrator Password 27 Save Your Configuration 28 Configuration 29 Home 29 Uplink Router 30 DAP-1720 31 Connected Clients 32 Settings 33 Extender Settings 33 Network Settings 36 Advanced Settings 36 Management 40 Admin 40 System 41 Upgrade 42 Statistics ...43 Connecting Wireless Clients to the Extended Network.44 Using the WPS Button 44 Windows® 10 45 Windows® 8 47 WPA/WPA2 47 Windows® 7 49 WPA/WPA2 49 Windows Vista 52 WPA/WPA2 53 D-Link DAP-1720 User Manual ii
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Product Overview System Requirements Network Requirements • A wireless router with an active Internet connection. • IEEE 802.11ac, 802.11n, 802.11g, 802.11b, or 802.11a wireless clients/devices Web-based Configuration Utility Requirements A Computer or Mobile Device ...: • Internet Explorer® 10 or later • Firefox® 20.0 or later • Safari® 6 or later • Google Chrome™ 28 or later D-Link DAP-1720 User Manual 2 Section 1 -
Product Overview System Requirements Network Requirements • A wireless router with an active Internet connection. • IEEE 802.11ac, 802.11n, 802.11g, 802.11b, or 802.11a wireless clients/devices Web-based Configuration Utility Requirements A Computer or Mobile Device ...: • Internet Explorer® 10 or later • Firefox® 20.0 or later • Safari® 6 or later • Google Chrome™ 28 or later D-Link DAP-1720 User Manual 2 Section 1 -
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... signal doesn't reach, letting you want rather just where your mobile device while moving around. D-Link DAP-1720 User Manual 3 Product Overview Introduction The D-Link DAP-1720 AC1750 Wi-Fi Range Extender extends your Internet connection over a blazing-fast Gigabit Wireless AC connection of up to 1750 Mbps (Up to 1300 Mbps via 5 GHz Wireless AC and up...
... signal doesn't reach, letting you want rather just where your mobile device while moving around. D-Link DAP-1720 User Manual 3 Product Overview Introduction The D-Link DAP-1720 AC1750 Wi-Fi Range Extender extends your Internet connection over a blazing-fast Gigabit Wireless AC connection of up to 1750 Mbps (Up to 1300 Mbps via 5 GHz Wireless AC and up...
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...11n/g/b backward compatibility. • Simple Setup - This capability rivals wired connections, allowing users to a router via Wi-Fi or Ethernet and share your extended wireless network up to the DAP-1720. The DAP-1720 is fully compatible with the latest 802.11ac standard, but is a ...your high-speed Internet access in no time. D-Link DAP-1720 User Manual 4 The DAP-1720 AC1750 Wi-Fi Range Extender lets you easily extend a secure wireless network with IEEE 802.11n/g/b/a wireless devices, so you quickly and easily connect the DAP-1720 to quickly and easily create a wireless network....
...11n/g/b backward compatibility. • Simple Setup - This capability rivals wired connections, allowing users to a router via Wi-Fi or Ethernet and share your extended wireless network up to the DAP-1720. The DAP-1720 is fully compatible with the latest 802.11ac standard, but is a ...your high-speed Internet access in no time. D-Link DAP-1720 User Manual 4 The DAP-1720 AC1750 Wi-Fi Range Extender lets you easily extend a secure wireless network with IEEE 802.11n/g/b/a wireless devices, so you quickly and easily connect the DAP-1720 to quickly and easily create a wireless network....
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... access. You may also use the same network credentials as the existing network, or you can simply use the DAP-1720 as a repeater to extend the range of an existing wireless network to provide a better signal for parts of your...reception. Extend an Existing Wireless Network Internet Router DAP-1720 Extender Wireless Devices Create a new Wireless Network using Ethernet Internet Router DAP-1720 Access Point Wireless Devices D-Link DAP-1720 User Manual 5 Section 1 - The DAP-1720 acts as a wireless access point by connecting an Ethernet cable. Product Overview What is ...
... access. You may also use the same network credentials as the existing network, or you can simply use the DAP-1720 as a repeater to extend the range of an existing wireless network to provide a better signal for parts of your...reception. Extend an Existing Wireless Network Internet Router DAP-1720 Extender Wireless Devices Create a new Wireless Network using Ethernet Internet Router DAP-1720 Access Point Wireless Devices D-Link DAP-1720 User Manual 5 Section 1 - The DAP-1720 acts as a wireless access point by connecting an Ethernet cable. Product Overview What is ...
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Refer to Using the WPS Button on 2 WPS Button page 44 for more information. 3 Signal Indicator LED The more lit green bars on the next page. D-Link DAP-1720 User Manual 6 Section 1 - A single solid amber LED indicates 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-1720, as detailed on the Signal Indicator LED, the better the wireless signal to establish a connection with another WPS compatible device. Press to the host network.
Refer to Using the WPS Button on 2 WPS Button page 44 for more information. 3 Signal Indicator LED The more lit green bars on the next page. D-Link DAP-1720 User Manual 6 Section 1 - A single solid amber LED indicates 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-1720, as detailed on the Signal Indicator LED, the better the wireless signal to establish a connection with another WPS compatible device. Press to the host network.
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Check power switch is not connected to a host network. 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-1720 is active and ready to a host network. WPS mode is receiving power and connected to add a wireless device. Section 1 - D-Link DAP-1720 User Manual 7 The DAP-1720 is in the ON position, then check the power outlet. The DAP-1720 is not receiving power. Device is booting or an error has occurred.
Check power switch is not connected to a host network. 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-1720 is active and ready to a host network. WPS mode is receiving power and connected to add a wireless device. Section 1 - D-Link DAP-1720 User Manual 7 The DAP-1720 is in the ON position, then check the power outlet. The DAP-1720 is not receiving power. Device is booting or an error has occurred.
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You will need this information to connect your computer or mobile device to the default network (SSID) of the device. D-Link DAP-1720 User Manual 10 Installation Hardware Overview Back You may locate the wireless network name (SSID) and password for your DAP-1720. This information is also provided on the back of your DAP-1720. This information is printed on the label on the included Wi-Fi configuration card. Section 2 -
You will need this information to connect your computer or mobile device to the default network (SSID) of the device. D-Link DAP-1720 User Manual 10 Installation Hardware Overview Back You may locate the wireless network name (SSID) and password for your DAP-1720. This information is also provided on the back of your DAP-1720. This information is printed on the label on the included Wi-Fi configuration card. Section 2 -
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...Be aware of the uplink network. A wall that the wireless signals must pass through drywall or open doorways. Building materials make a difference. D-Link DAP-1720 User Manual 11 At a 2-degree angle it is minimized. 2. Materials and objects such as possible. Typical ranges vary depending on range. A...devices so that the signal will degrade your wireless connection may be almost 1 meter (1.5 feet) thick. Position devices so that the number of walls or ceilings is within range of the direct line between the DAP-1720 and other objects that is to a minimum each ...
...Be aware of the uplink network. A wall that the wireless signals must pass through drywall or open doorways. Building materials make a difference. D-Link DAP-1720 User Manual 11 At a 2-degree angle it is minimized. 2. Materials and objects such as possible. Typical ranges vary depending on range. A...devices so that the signal will degrade your wireless connection may be almost 1 meter (1.5 feet) thick. Position devices so that the number of walls or ceilings is within range of the direct line between the DAP-1720 and other objects that is to a minimum each ...
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In order to maximize performance, fully extend the antennas to give you the fastest, most stable network connection possible. Installation Antenna Setup The DAP-1720 is designed to provide optimal wireless coverage. Keep the extender in an open area for better wireless coverage. D-Link DAP-1720 User Manual 12 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-1720 is designed to provide optimal wireless coverage. Keep the extender in an open area for better wireless coverage. D-Link DAP-1720 User Manual 12 Section 2 -
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...sure the source router or access point features a WPS Button or has a virtual WPS Button. The password will start to flash green. D-Link DAP-1720 User Manual 15 To use the WPS method to connect devices to finish. Please allow up to two minutes for the process to the extended network created by the... Status/WPS LED is now ready to the 2.4 GHz or 5 Ghz extension. The Status/WPS LED will turn solid green when the DAP-1720 has connected successfully to the DAP-1720 The DAP-1720 is blinking amber, push the WPS button on the source wireless router or AP, and then push the WPS button on the...
...sure the source router or access point features a WPS Button or has a virtual WPS Button. The password will start to flash green. D-Link DAP-1720 User Manual 15 To use the WPS method to connect devices to finish. Please allow up to two minutes for the process to the extended network created by the... Status/WPS LED is now ready to the 2.4 GHz or 5 Ghz extension. The Status/WPS LED will turn solid green when the DAP-1720 has connected successfully to the DAP-1720 The DAP-1720 is blinking amber, push the WPS button on the source wireless router or AP, and then push the WPS button on the...
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...wireless signal. To improve the connection quality, the DAP-1720 should be relocated closer to a wireless network and is connected via Ethernet cable to an uplink network, the Smart Signal LED will turn solid green when the DAP-1720 has connected successfully to the source wireless ...router. If the Smart Signal LED has a single amber bar after the connection process has finished, the DAP-1720 has established a poor quality connection. Poor Ok Good Best D-Link DAP-1720 User Manual 16 Installation ...
...wireless signal. To improve the connection quality, the DAP-1720 should be relocated closer to a wireless network and is connected via Ethernet cable to an uplink network, the Smart Signal LED will turn solid green when the DAP-1720 has connected successfully to the source wireless ...router. If the Smart Signal LED has a single amber bar after the connection process has finished, the DAP-1720 has established a poor quality connection. Poor Ok Good Best D-Link DAP-1720 User Manual 16 Installation ...
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... the wireless network of your mobile device's OS version. D-Link DAP-1720 User Manual 17 Step 1 Search for the free QRS Mobile app on the included Wi-Fi Configuration Card. Step 2 Once your app is installed, connect your mobile device to the extender, launch the QRS Mobile app on -screen instructions. Section 2 - You can... set up from your iPhone, iPod touch, iPad, or Android smartphone or tablet device using the QRS Mobile app. Installation QRS Mobile App Setup The DAP-1720 can find the Wi-Fi name(SSID) and password of your mobile device and follow the on your...
... the wireless network of your mobile device's OS version. D-Link DAP-1720 User Manual 17 Step 1 Search for the free QRS Mobile app on the included Wi-Fi Configuration Card. Step 2 Once your app is installed, connect your mobile device to the extender, launch the QRS Mobile app on -screen instructions. Section 2 - You can... set up from your iPhone, iPod touch, iPad, or Android smartphone or tablet device using the QRS Mobile app. Installation QRS Mobile App Setup The DAP-1720 can find the Wi-Fi name(SSID) and password of your mobile device and follow the on your...
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...Configuration Card. Section 3 - Please use the QRS Mobile Application to the DAP-1720 wirelessly using the Wi-Fi name (SSID) and password located on your DAP-1720. D-Link DAP-1720 User Manual 18 Configuration Web-based Setup To access the setup utility for... Android Devices. Note: Web browser configuration is blank. The configuration interface will be changed, and by default, the password is not supported for the DAP-1720 AC1750 Wi-Fi Range Extender on your PC, first connect...
...Configuration Card. Section 3 - Please use the QRS Mobile Application to the DAP-1720 wirelessly using the Wi-Fi name (SSID) and password located on your DAP-1720. D-Link DAP-1720 User Manual 18 Configuration Web-based Setup To access the setup utility for... Android Devices. Note: Web browser configuration is blank. The configuration interface will be changed, and by default, the password is not supported for the DAP-1720 AC1750 Wi-Fi Range Extender on your PC, first connect...
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... your first time logging in to the Internet. D-Link DAP-1720 User Manual 19 Section 3 - In the future, if you through a step-by-step process to configure your DAP-1720 AC1750 Wi-Fi Range Extender to extend your wireless network and connect to the extender and no connection has been established, the setup wizard will automatically appear...
... your first time logging in to the Internet. D-Link DAP-1720 User Manual 19 Section 3 - In the future, if you through a step-by-step process to configure your DAP-1720 AC1750 Wi-Fi Range Extender to extend your wireless network and connect to the extender and no connection has been established, the setup wizard will automatically appear...
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... not have a WPS feature, select one of the alternative configuration options: Extend an existing network, see page 22 for further setup information. D-Link DAP-1720 User Manual 20 Section 3 - Once the 120 second timer has elapsed, proceed to your existing wireless networking device has a physical or virtual ... wireless to the next page. Push Button Control (WPS-PBC) search to find an uplink network to extend. Configuration Connecting Your Device via WPS After clicking the Next button from the previous step, the DAP-1720 will automatically initiate a Wireless Protected Setup -
... not have a WPS feature, select one of the alternative configuration options: Extend an existing network, see page 22 for further setup information. D-Link DAP-1720 User Manual 20 Section 3 - Once the 120 second timer has elapsed, proceed to your existing wireless networking device has a physical or virtual ... wireless to the next page. Push Button Control (WPS-PBC) search to find an uplink network to extend. Configuration Connecting Your Device via WPS After clicking the Next button from the previous step, the DAP-1720 will automatically initiate a Wireless Protected Setup -
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...shown as these alternative configuration options: Wi-Fi, to an existing wired network. Configuration WPS Successful If a WPS connection is successfully established, you can try using the WPS feature, you will be prompted to the previous step. WPS ...Unsuccessful If the WPS countdown timer expires, and no connection to an uplink wireless network could be established, you may press the Retry button to attempt the process...be prompted to individually configure both the 2.4 and 5 Ghz Extender SSIDs. D-Link DAP-1720 User Manual 21
...shown as these alternative configuration options: Wi-Fi, to an existing wired network. Configuration WPS Successful If a WPS connection is successfully established, you can try using the WPS feature, you will be prompted to the previous step. WPS ...Unsuccessful If the WPS countdown timer expires, and no connection to an uplink wireless network could be established, you may press the Retry button to attempt the process...be prompted to individually configure both the 2.4 and 5 Ghz Extender SSIDs. D-Link DAP-1720 User Manual 21
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If you chose Manual , enter the Wireless Network Name, type of Security, and Password of the existing Wi-Fi network you wish to . D-Link DAP-1720 User Manual 23 Section 3 - Click Next to continue on to configure your extension network settings, or click Back to return to the previous step. Configuration If the wireless network you wish to connect to extend was detected by the scan, enter its password now. Click Next to continue on to configure your extension network settings, or click Back to return to the previous step.
If you chose Manual , enter the Wireless Network Name, type of Security, and Password of the existing Wi-Fi network you wish to . D-Link DAP-1720 User Manual 23 Section 3 - Click Next to continue on to configure your extension network settings, or click Back to return to the previous step. Configuration If the wireless network you wish to connect to extend was detected by the scan, enter its password now. Click Next to continue on to configure your extension network settings, or click Back to return to the previous step.
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Configuration If a connection is successfully established, you will be displayed. Click Next to proceed to Configure Administrator Password and refer to page 27 for more information, or click ... for example only. Section 3 - Please be sure to note these SSIDs and passwords as these credentials will be prompted to join your extension network settings. D-Link DAP-1720 User Manual 24
Configuration If a connection is successfully established, you will be displayed. Click Next to proceed to Configure Administrator Password and refer to page 27 for more information, or click ... for example only. Section 3 - Please be sure to note these SSIDs and passwords as these credentials will be prompted to join your extension network settings. D-Link DAP-1720 User Manual 24
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To proceed with the installation without connecting an Ethernet cable, click Skip. D-Link DAP-1720 User Manual 25 Connect an Ethernet cable to your DAP-1720 to be automatically be forwarded to an existing wired network. Section 3 - Configuration Add Wireless to an Existing Wired Network This portion of the setup wizard will guide you through adding a wireless network to the next step. Click Ethernet to proceed.
To proceed with the installation without connecting an Ethernet cable, click Skip. D-Link DAP-1720 User Manual 25 Connect an Ethernet cable to your DAP-1720 to be automatically be forwarded to an existing wired network. Section 3 - Configuration Add Wireless to an Existing Wired Network This portion of the setup wizard will guide you through adding a wireless network to the next step. Click Ethernet to proceed.