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...-based Configuration Utility 21 Wireless Setup Wizard 22 Access Point Mode 23 Repeater Mode 25 Wireless Client Mode 27 Manual Configuration 29 Wireless Settings 29 D-Link DAP-2020 User Manual Access Point Mode 30 Repeater Mode 32 Wireless Client Mode 33 Bridge Mode 34 Bridge with AP Mode 35 WISP Client Router/WISP...
...-based Configuration Utility 21 Wireless Setup Wizard 22 Access Point Mode 23 Repeater Mode 25 Wireless Client Mode 27 Manual Configuration 29 Wireless Settings 29 D-Link DAP-2020 User Manual Access Point Mode 30 Repeater Mode 32 Wireless Client Mode 33 Bridge Mode 34 Bridge with AP Mode 35 WISP Client Router/WISP...
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... is Wireless 87 Tips...89 Wireless Modes 90 Networking Basics 91 Check your IP address 91 Statically Assign an IP address 92 Technical Specifications 93 D-Link DAP-2020 User Manual 3
... is Wireless 87 Tips...89 Wireless Modes 90 Networking Basics 91 Check your IP address 91 Statically Assign an IP address 92 Technical Specifications 93 D-Link DAP-2020 User Manual 3
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D-Link DAP-2020 User Manual 4 Section 1 - Product Overview Package Contents DAP-2020 Wireless N300 Access Point Ethernet Cable Two Detachable Antennas Power Adapter Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage rating than the one included with the DAP-2020 will cause damage and void the warranty for this product.
D-Link DAP-2020 User Manual 4 Section 1 - Product Overview Package Contents DAP-2020 Wireless N300 Access Point Ethernet Cable Two Detachable Antennas Power Adapter Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage rating than the one included with the DAP-2020 will cause damage and void the warranty for this product.
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D-Link DAP-2020 User Manual 5 Product Overview System Requirements Network Requirements Web-based Configuration Utility Requirements • An Ethernet-based Network • IEEE 802.11n/g wireless clients (AP/...
D-Link DAP-2020 User Manual 5 Product Overview System Requirements Network Requirements Web-based Configuration Utility Requirements • An Ethernet-based Network • IEEE 802.11n/g wireless clients (AP/...
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...access for wireless data communications. The DAP-2020 also includes additional security features to 300Mbps*, the DAP-2020 gives you will vary. With the ability to operate in networking, introduces the new D-Link DAP-2020 Wireless N300 Access Point. Section 1 - The DAP-2020 is also backwards compatible with each... with AP, Repeater, WISP Client Router or WISP Repeater. With its Setup Wizard, the DAP-2020 ensures that it can be up to keep your home or office. D-Link DAP-2020 User Manual 6 It can connect and interoperate with a maximum wireless signal rate of network ...
...access for wireless data communications. The DAP-2020 also includes additional security features to 300Mbps*, the DAP-2020 gives you will vary. With the ability to operate in networking, introduces the new D-Link DAP-2020 Wireless N300 Access Point. Section 1 - The DAP-2020 is also backwards compatible with each... with AP, Repeater, WISP Client Router or WISP Repeater. With its Setup Wizard, the DAP-2020 ensures that it can be up to keep your home or office. D-Link DAP-2020 User Manual 6 It can connect and interoperate with a maximum wireless signal rate of network ...
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...compliant device that keeps digital phone calls (VoIP) and online gaming smooth and responsive, providing a better Internet experience. D-Link DAP-2020 User Manual 7 EXTENDED WHOLE HOME COVERAGE This high performance Wireless Bridge provides superior Whole Home Coverage while reducing dead spots.... 1 minute of network traffic, building materials and construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate. Connect the DAP-2020 to protect your high-speed Internet access with High Network Availability (HiNA), and automatically switches to prevent unauthorized access, be...
...compliant device that keeps digital phone calls (VoIP) and online gaming smooth and responsive, providing a better Internet experience. D-Link DAP-2020 User Manual 7 EXTENDED WHOLE HOME COVERAGE This high performance Wireless Bridge provides superior Whole Home Coverage while reducing dead spots.... 1 minute of network traffic, building materials and construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate. Connect the DAP-2020 to protect your high-speed Internet access with High Network Availability (HiNA), and automatically switches to prevent unauthorized access, be...
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...802.11g standards, so it can restore the default PIN at any time. This capability allows users to form a secured wireless link between the DAP-2020 and another WPS enabled device. The default PIN may be printed on the wireless network, whether from the Internet or from your...("admin" account) can be used to add the access point to an existing network or to those on the bottom of the device. D-Link DAP-2020 User Manual 8 Product Overview Features • Faster Wireless Networking - This easy setup method allows you control what information is a unique number that...
...802.11g standards, so it can restore the default PIN at any time. This capability allows users to form a secured wireless link between the DAP-2020 and another WPS enabled device. The default PIN may be printed on the wireless network, whether from the Internet or from your...("admin" account) can be used to add the access point to an existing network or to those on the bottom of the device. D-Link DAP-2020 User Manual 8 Product Overview Features • Faster Wireless Networking - This easy setup method allows you control what information is a unique number that...
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Section 1 - D-Link DAP-2020 User Manual 9 Product Overview Hardware Overview Connections 1 2 34 1 Reset Button Pressing the Reset Button restores the access point to its original factory default settings. 2 LAN Port Connect 10/100 Ethernet devices such as computers, switches, and hubs. 3 Power Button Push the Power Button to switch power on/off. 4 Power Receptor Receptor for the supplied power adapter.
Section 1 - D-Link DAP-2020 User Manual 9 Product Overview Hardware Overview Connections 1 2 34 1 Reset Button Pressing the Reset Button restores the access point to its original factory default settings. 2 LAN Port Connect 10/100 Ethernet devices such as computers, switches, and hubs. 3 Power Button Push the Power Button to switch power on/off. 4 Power Receptor Receptor for the supplied power adapter.
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... light will be off during device reboot or if the wireless radio is enabled. 3 Security LED It also indicates WPS status when using WPS button. D-Link DAP-2020 User Manual 10 Section 1 - A solid light indicates a successful WPS connection. A solid green light indicates that wireless security (WEP, WPA, WPA2) is disabled. Product Overview Hardware...
... light will be off during device reboot or if the wireless radio is enabled. 3 Security LED It also indicates WPS status when using WPS button. D-Link DAP-2020 User Manual 10 Section 1 - A solid light indicates a successful WPS connection. A solid green light indicates that wireless security (WEP, WPA, WPA2) is disabled. Product Overview Hardware...
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Product Overview Hardware Overview WPS LED/WPS Button 1 WPS Button 1 Push the WPS Button to use WPS function D-Link DAP-2020 User Manual 11 Section 1 -
Product Overview Hardware Overview WPS LED/WPS Button 1 WPS Button 1 Push the WPS Button to use WPS function D-Link DAP-2020 User Manual 11 Section 1 -
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... which mode you figure out which setting works with AP mode - Operation Modes Depending on how you can use . page 19 D-Link DAP-2020 User Manual 12 Installation Installation Please configure the DAP-2020 with a computer connected directly to use your setup. • Access Point mode - page 15 • Bridge mode - page 17 • WISP...
... which mode you figure out which setting works with AP mode - Operation Modes Depending on how you can use . page 19 D-Link DAP-2020 User Manual 12 Installation Installation Please configure the DAP-2020 with a computer connected directly to use your setup. • Access Point mode - page 15 • Bridge mode - page 17 • WISP...
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... the AP. Installation Access Point Mode In the Access Point mode, the DAP-2020 acts as the AP in Access Point Mode) Computer D-Link DAP-2020 User Manual 13 In Access Point mode, multiple clients can connect to the AP. Computer Internet Modem Router DAP-2020 (in order to connect. Clients must use the same SSID (wireless...
... the AP. Installation Access Point Mode In the Access Point mode, the DAP-2020 acts as the AP in Access Point Mode) Computer D-Link DAP-2020 User Manual 13 In Access Point mode, multiple clients can connect to the AP. Computer Internet Modem Router DAP-2020 (in order to connect. Clients must use the same SSID (wireless...
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... to your DAP-2020, connect the LAN port of the DAP-2020 to an Ethernet switch, then connect your Ethernet-enabled device to the AP using an ethernet cable to this switch. Internet Modem Router DAP-2020 (in Wireless Client Mode) Gaming Console D-Link DAP-2020 User Manual ...14 Section 2 - The AP Client mode can support multiple wired clients. Connect your devices to the DAP-2020. Example: Connect a gaming console using an Ethernet...
... to your DAP-2020, connect the LAN port of the DAP-2020 to an Ethernet switch, then connect your Ethernet-enabled device to the AP using an ethernet cable to this switch. Internet Modem Router DAP-2020 (in Wireless Client Mode) Gaming Console D-Link DAP-2020 User Manual ...14 Section 2 - The AP Client mode can support multiple wired clients. Connect your devices to the DAP-2020. Example: Connect a gaming console using an Ethernet...
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The APs and wireless router (if used) must be within range of another AP or wireless router. Internet Modem Router Computer Computer DAP-2020 (In Repeater Mode) Computer D-Link DAP-2020 User Manual 15 Section 2 - Make sure that all clients, APs, and the wireless router all use the same SSID (wireless network name), channel, and security settings. Installation Repeater Mode In Repeater mode, the DAP-2020 increases the range of your wireless network by extending the wireless coverage of each other.
The APs and wireless router (if used) must be within range of another AP or wireless router. Internet Modem Router Computer Computer DAP-2020 (In Repeater Mode) Computer D-Link DAP-2020 User Manual 15 Section 2 - Make sure that all clients, APs, and the wireless router all use the same SSID (wireless network name), channel, and security settings. Installation Repeater Mode In Repeater mode, the DAP-2020 increases the range of your wireless network by extending the wireless coverage of each other.
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... connect the two LANs. Note: The Bridge mode is to use two DAP-2020 units to connect between the two sides together. In the Bridge mode, both DAP-2020 units do not act as APs. Connecting Two Separate LANs Together Through Two DAP-2020 Units D-Link DAP-2020 User Manual 16 A better solution is not specified in the Wi...
... connect the two LANs. Note: The Bridge mode is to use two DAP-2020 units to connect between the two sides together. In the Bridge mode, both DAP-2020 units do not act as APs. Connecting Two Separate LANs Together Through Two DAP-2020 Units D-Link DAP-2020 User Manual 16 A better solution is not specified in the Wi...
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... with AP Mode) Connecting Two Separate LANs Together Through Two DAP-2020 Units (Wireless PCs Can Access the DAP-2020 Units) D-Link DAP-2020 User Manual 17 This mode will only work using two DAP-2020 units. LAN 1 LAN 2 Computer Computer Computer Computer DAP-2020 (In Bridge Mode with AP Mode) DAP-2020 (In Bridge Mode with AP mode is the same as...
... with AP Mode) Connecting Two Separate LANs Together Through Two DAP-2020 Units (Wireless PCs Can Access the DAP-2020 Units) D-Link DAP-2020 User Manual 17 This mode will only work using two DAP-2020 units. LAN 1 LAN 2 Computer Computer Computer Computer DAP-2020 (In Bridge Mode with AP Mode) DAP-2020 (In Bridge Mode with AP mode is the same as...
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... IP addresses for wired clients only. Installation WISP Client Router Mode In the WISP Client Router mode, the DAP-2020 wirelessly connects to the Internet Using the DAP-2020 D-Link DAP-2020 User Manual 18 Computer Internet WISP Outdoor AP DAP-2020 (In WISP Client Mode) Connecting Wired PCs to a WISP (Wireless Internet Service Provider) AP. In this mode...
... IP addresses for wired clients only. Installation WISP Client Router Mode In the WISP Client Router mode, the DAP-2020 wirelessly connects to the Internet Using the DAP-2020 D-Link DAP-2020 User Manual 18 Computer Internet WISP Outdoor AP DAP-2020 (In WISP Client Mode) Connecting Wired PCs to a WISP (Wireless Internet Service Provider) AP. In this mode...
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... Repeater mode provides NAT (Network Address Translation) and a DHCP server to the outdoor WISP AP through the DAP-2020. Section 2 - Using this mode, the DAP-2020 also acts as wired clients can extend the signals from the outdoor WISP AP and provide access to wireless clients... you are a WISP subscriber and want to the Internet Using the DAP-2020 D-Link DAP-2020 User Manual 19 Computer Computer Internet Modem Router DAP-2020 (In Repeater Mode) Computer Connecting Wired and Wireless PCs to use the DAP-2020 to can connect to generate IP addresses for both wireless and wired ...
... Repeater mode provides NAT (Network Address Translation) and a DHCP server to the outdoor WISP AP through the DAP-2020. Section 2 - Using this mode, the DAP-2020 also acts as wired clients can extend the signals from the outdoor WISP AP and provide access to wireless clients... you are a WISP subscriber and want to the Internet Using the DAP-2020 D-Link DAP-2020 User Manual 19 Computer Computer Internet Modem Router DAP-2020 (In Repeater Mode) Computer Connecting Wired and Wireless PCs to use the DAP-2020 to can connect to generate IP addresses for both wireless and wired ...
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...network devices to position access points, wireless access points, and computers so that the number of the direct line between the D-Link access point and other objects that generate RF noise. 5. Each wall or ceiling can reduce your adapter's range from your home...will degrade your product away (at an angle) for better reception. 3. Keep your wireless signal. 4. D-Link DAP-2020 User Manual 20 Installation Wireless Installation Considerations The D-Link wireless access point lets you are using a wireless connection from electrical devices or appliances that the wireless signals ...
...network devices to position access points, wireless access points, and computers so that the number of the direct line between the D-Link access point and other objects that generate RF noise. 5. Each wall or ceiling can reduce your adapter's range from your home...will degrade your product away (at an angle) for better reception. 3. Keep your wireless signal. 4. D-Link DAP-2020 User Manual 20 Installation Wireless Installation Considerations The D-Link wireless access point lets you are using a wireless connection from electrical devices or appliances that the wireless signals ...
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...password blank by default. Web-based Configuration Utility If you wish to change the default settings or optimize the performance of the DAP-2020, you how to the Troubleshooting section for assistance. To access the configuration utility, open a web browser such as Internet Explorer ...and enter http://dlinkap in the address field. Select Admin and then enter your new D-Link wireless access point using the web-based configuration utility. Section 3 - If you get a Page Cannot be Displayed error, please refer to configure your password. D-Link DAP-2020 User Manual 21
...password blank by default. Web-based Configuration Utility If you wish to change the default settings or optimize the performance of the DAP-2020, you how to the Troubleshooting section for assistance. To access the configuration utility, open a web browser such as Internet Explorer ...and enter http://dlinkap in the address field. Select Admin and then enter your new D-Link wireless access point using the web-based configuration utility. Section 3 - If you get a Page Cannot be Displayed error, please refer to configure your password. D-Link DAP-2020 User Manual 21