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... 10 Hardware Overview 11 Hardware Installation 12 Connect Power over Ethernet (PoE 13 Four Operational Modes 14 Getting Started 15 Configuration 16 Save and Activate Settings 17 Basic Settings 18 Wireless 18 Access Point mode 18 WDS with AP mode 20 WDS mode 22 Wireless Client mode 24 Open System/Shared Key Authentication .... 25 WPA/WPA2-Personal Authentication 26 WPA/WPA2-Enterprise Authentication.......... 27 D-Link DAP-2553 User Manual 802.11x Authentication 28 LAN 29 Advanced Settings 30 Performance 30 Multi-SSID 32 VLAN 34 VLAN List 34 Port List 35 Add/Edit...
... 10 Hardware Overview 11 Hardware Installation 12 Connect Power over Ethernet (PoE 13 Four Operational Modes 14 Getting Started 15 Configuration 16 Save and Activate Settings 17 Basic Settings 18 Wireless 18 Access Point mode 18 WDS with AP mode 20 WDS mode 22 Wireless Client mode 24 Open System/Shared Key Authentication .... 25 WPA/WPA2-Personal Authentication 26 WPA/WPA2-Enterprise Authentication.......... 27 D-Link DAP-2553 User Manual 802.11x Authentication 28 LAN 29 Advanced Settings 30 Performance 30 Multi-SSID 32 VLAN 34 VLAN List 34 Port List 35 Add/Edit...
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... void the warranty for this product. Product Overview PPraocdkuacgteOCvoenrtevnietsw • D-Link DAP-2553 AirPremier N Dual Band PoE Access Point • Power Adapter • CAT5 Ethernet Cable • CD-ROM with User Manual • Install Guide Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage rating than the one included with an installed Ethernet Adapter • For configuration, the following web browsers are supported: • Microsoft® Internet Explorer® 6.0 and higher • Mozilla Firefox 3.0 and higher •...
... void the warranty for this product. Product Overview PPraocdkuacgteOCvoenrtevnietsw • D-Link DAP-2553 AirPremier N Dual Band PoE Access Point • Power Adapter • CAT5 Ethernet Cable • CD-ROM with User Manual • Install Guide Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage rating than the one included with an installed Ethernet Adapter • For configuration, the following web browsers are supported: • Microsoft® Internet Explorer® 6.0 and higher • Mozilla Firefox 3.0 and higher •...
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....11b devices.) WPA/WPA2 is similar to as the Temporal Key Integrity Protocol (TKIP), which ensures that the packets were not tampered with PoE (Power over the CAT5 cable, making the setup of authentication is offered in one of four different wireless networking modes: access point, WDS (Wireless Distribution System) with AP, WDS, or Wireless Client mode. The encryption method used for user authentication. WPA-Personal and WPA2-Personal are now able to work faster...
....11b devices.) WPA/WPA2 is similar to as the Temporal Key Integrity Protocol (TKIP), which ensures that the packets were not tampered with PoE (Power over the CAT5 cable, making the setup of authentication is offered in one of four different wireless networking modes: access point, WDS (Wireless Distribution System) with AP, WDS, or Wireless Client mode. The encryption method used for user authentication. WPA-Personal and WPA2-Personal are now able to work faster...
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... specifications. Management and security implementation can now be requested to enter a username with WPA-Enterprise configured, the new client will need to access a wireless LAN with a password. When attempting to use the same type of EAP protocol on the network. D-Link DAP-2553 User Manual Actual data throughput may vary. You will be centralized on a server participating on all devices in User Service) server, a network administrator can define a list of network traffic, building materials and construction, and network overhead can access the wireless LAN...
... specifications. Management and security implementation can now be requested to enter a username with WPA-Enterprise configured, the new client will need to access a wireless LAN with a password. When attempting to use the same type of EAP protocol on the network. D-Link DAP-2553 User Manual Actual data throughput may vary. You will be centralized on a server participating on all devices in User Service) server, a network administrator can define a list of network traffic, building materials and construction, and network overhead can access the wireless LAN...
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... with the Web-based configuration. A D-Link D-View 6.0 module will be downloadable for network administration and real-time network traffic monitoring with the DAP-2553 for network configuration and firmware upgrade. Superior wireless AP manager software is bundled with D-Link D-View 6.0 software. • Utilizes OFDM technology (Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing). • Supports 802.3af Power over Ethernet. • Supports one of four different operation modes to meet your wireless networking needs: Access Point, WDS with AP, WDS, or Wireless Client. • Faster...
... with the Web-based configuration. A D-Link D-View 6.0 module will be downloadable for network administration and real-time network traffic monitoring with the DAP-2553 for network configuration and firmware upgrade. Superior wireless AP manager software is bundled with D-Link D-View 6.0 software. • Utilizes OFDM technology (Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing). • Supports 802.3af Power over Ethernet. • Supports one of four different operation modes to meet your wireless networking needs: Access Point, WDS with AP, WDS, or Wireless Client. • Faster...
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... configurable in locations where installation of troublesome cables, a WLAN system can eliminate the need to work and communicate more versatility by extending the network beyond the home or office. Innovative ways to utilize WLAN technology are as competitively priced as airports, coffee shops and universities. Management decisions based on a wired network. wireless network devices are allowing people to pull cable through walls and ceilings. D-Link DAP-2553 User Manual WLAN use WLAN technology for a small number...
... configurable in locations where installation of troublesome cables, a WLAN system can eliminate the need to work and communicate more versatility by extending the network beyond the home or office. Innovative ways to utilize WLAN technology are as competitively priced as airports, coffee shops and universities. Management decisions based on a wired network. wireless network devices are allowing people to pull cable through walls and ceilings. D-Link DAP-2553 User Manual WLAN use WLAN technology for a small number...
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... factors, including volume of crosstalk (interference) in most advanced network security features available today, including WPA. *Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11 specifications. D-Link DAP-2553 User Manual you will automatically sense the best possible connection speed to the receiver. IEEE 802.11n offers the most environments - It increases the maximum wireless signal rate up to transfer large files quickly, or even watch a movie in �g�...
... factors, including volume of crosstalk (interference) in most advanced network security features available today, including WPA. *Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11 specifications. D-Link DAP-2553 User Manual you will automatically sense the best possible connection speed to the receiver. IEEE 802.11n offers the most environments - It increases the maximum wireless signal rate up to transfer large files quickly, or even watch a movie in �g�...
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... direct line between the access point and other objects that the number of walls and ceilings between network devices. Building Materials make a difference. Materials and objects such as ceiling fans, lights, and home security systems), your adapter's range from virtually anywhere within the operating range of materials and background RF (radio frequency) noise in use. Installation Wireless Installation Considerations The D-Link AirPremier N wireless access point lets you are using a wireless connection from 3-90 feet...
... direct line between the access point and other objects that the number of walls and ceilings between network devices. Building Materials make a difference. Materials and objects such as ceiling fans, lights, and home security systems), your adapter's range from virtually anywhere within the operating range of materials and background RF (radio frequency) noise in use. Installation Wireless Installation Considerations The D-Link AirPremier N wireless access point lets you are using a wireless connection from 3-90 feet...
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Installation Getting Started 1. Consult with your desktop computer. 5. Install the drivers for your cable or DSL provider for proper installation of the modem. 3. See the printed Install Guide included with your wireless CardBus adapter into an available PCI slot on your router. 4. You will need broadband Internet access. 2. Connect the cable or DSL modem to your network, install a wireless PCI adapter into a laptop computer. If you are connecting a desktop computer to a router. D-Link DAP-2553 User Manual 15 Section 2 -
Installation Getting Started 1. Consult with your desktop computer. 5. Install the drivers for your cable or DSL provider for proper installation of the modem. 3. See the printed Install Guide included with your wireless CardBus adapter into an available PCI slot on your router. 4. You will need broadband Internet access. 2. Connect the cable or DSL modem to your network, install a wireless PCI adapter into a laptop computer. If you are connecting a desktop computer to a router. D-Link DAP-2553 User Manual 15 Section 2 -
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... menu to all network users. The SSID can be easily changed to connect to an existing wireless network or to 32 characters and is the name (SSID): designated for a specific wireless local area network (WLAN). D-Link DAP-2553 User Manual 18 Channel: All devices on the network must share the same channel. Configuration Basic Settings Wireless Access Point mode Wireless Band: Select either 2.4GHz or 5GHz from the drop-down menu. Mode: Select Access Point from the drop-down menu. The SSID's factory default setting is set by default. Note: The wireless adapters...
... menu to all network users. The SSID can be easily changed to connect to an existing wireless network or to 32 characters and is the name (SSID): designated for a specific wireless local area network (WLAN). D-Link DAP-2553 User Manual 18 Channel: All devices on the network must share the same channel. Configuration Basic Settings Wireless Access Point mode Wireless Band: Select either 2.4GHz or 5GHz from the drop-down menu. Mode: Select Access Point from the drop-down menu. The SSID's factory default setting is set by default. Note: The wireless adapters...
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... supported in . Enabling this feature automatically selects the channel Selection: that will automatically scan and match the wireless settings.) Channel Width: Allows you to select the channel width you are not using any 802.11n wireless clients. D-Link DAP-2553 User Manual 20 Configuration WDS with AP mode In WDS with AP mode, the DAP-2553 wirelessly connects multiple networks while still functioning as a wireless AP. Network Name Service Set Identifier (SSID) is the name designated (SSID): for a specific wireless local area network (WLAN).The SSID's factory default setting...
... supported in . Enabling this feature automatically selects the channel Selection: that will automatically scan and match the wireless settings.) Channel Width: Allows you to select the channel width you are not using any 802.11n wireless clients. D-Link DAP-2553 User Manual 20 Configuration WDS with AP mode In WDS with AP mode, the DAP-2553 wirelessly connects multiple networks while still functioning as a wireless AP. Network Name Service Set Identifier (SSID) is the name designated (SSID): for a specific wireless local area network (WLAN).The SSID's factory default setting...
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...changed to connect to an existing wireless network or to wirelessly connect multiple networks. Channel: All devices on your Address: network that will serve as a wireless AP. Channel Width: Use the drop-down menu to choose 20 MHz or Auto 20/40 MHz. Remote AP MAC Enter the MAC addresses of the APs on the network must share the same channel. Configuration WDS mode In WDS mode, the DAP-2553 wirelessly connects multiple networks, without functioning as bridges to establish a new wireless network. The SSID's factory default setting is not supported in WDS mode. Network Name Service...
...changed to connect to an existing wireless network or to wirelessly connect multiple networks. Channel: All devices on your Address: network that will serve as a wireless AP. Channel Width: Use the drop-down menu to choose 20 MHz or Auto 20/40 MHz. Remote AP MAC Enter the MAC addresses of the APs on the network must share the same channel. Configuration WDS mode In WDS mode, the DAP-2553 wirelessly connects multiple networks, without functioning as bridges to establish a new wireless network. The SSID's factory default setting is not supported in WDS mode. Network Name Service...
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... a specific wireless local area network (WLAN).The SSID's factory default setting is selected from the drop-down menu. Authentication: Select Open System to the MAC address of the access point to communicate the key across the network. Enable: Check to enable clone MAC.This feature will be easily changed to connect to secure your network using a password and dynamic key changes. Configuration Wireless Client mode Wireless Band: Select either 2.4GHz or 5GHz from the drop-down menu. Site Survey: Click on the available network that the DAP-2553 is...
... a specific wireless local area network (WLAN).The SSID's factory default setting is selected from the drop-down menu. Authentication: Select Open System to the MAC address of the access point to communicate the key across the network. Enable: Check to enable clone MAC.This feature will be easily changed to connect to secure your network using a password and dynamic key changes. Configuration Wireless Client mode Wireless Band: Select either 2.4GHz or 5GHz from the drop-down menu. Site Survey: Click on the available network that the DAP-2553 is...
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... Mixed 802.11g and 802.11b mode (for 2.4 GHz) and 802.11a Only mode (for 2.4 GHz. *Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11 specifications. Configuration Advanced Settings Performance Wireless: Use the drop-down the rate. The choices available are obstacles or interference, the AP will adjust the base transfer rate depending on the base rate of wireless adapters on the wireless LAN.
... Mixed 802.11g and 802.11b mode (for 2.4 GHz) and 802.11a Only mode (for 2.4 GHz. *Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11 specifications. Configuration Advanced Settings Performance Wireless: Use the drop-down the rate. The choices available are obstacles or interference, the AP will adjust the base transfer rate depending on the base rate of wireless adapters on the wireless LAN.
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... forward multicast packets to broadcast and multicast messages. To use this device. Transmit Power: This setting determines the power level of 10 is recommended. Internet Group Management Protocol allows the AP to radio-frequency installations. The default setting is 1. The (25-500): default (100) is recommended. However, be enabled. Connection Limit: Select Enable or Disable. DTIM is enabled, when the number of users exceeds this value, the DAP-2553 will not allow clients to limit the number...
... forward multicast packets to broadcast and multicast messages. To use this device. Transmit Power: This setting determines the power level of 10 is recommended. Internet Group Management Protocol allows the AP to radio-frequency installations. The default setting is 1. The (25-500): default (100) is recommended. However, be enabled. Connection Limit: Select Enable or Disable. DTIM is enabled, when the number of users exceeds this value, the DAP-2553 will not allow clients to limit the number...
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... SSID. D-Link DAP-2553 User Manual 32 The SSID's factory default setting is the current band setting. Multi-SSID: Band: This read-only value is dlink. For a detailed description of four multi-SSIDs. In the Basic > Wireless section, you have a total of the Open System parameters, please go to all network users. The SSID's factory default setting is the name designated for multiple SSIDs. Enabling this feature broadcasts the SSID across the network, thus making it visible to page 23. Security...
... SSID. D-Link DAP-2553 User Manual 32 The SSID's factory default setting is the current band setting. Multi-SSID: Band: This read-only value is dlink. For a detailed description of four multi-SSIDs. In the Basic > Wireless section, you have a total of the Open System parameters, please go to all network users. The SSID's factory default setting is the name designated for multiple SSIDs. Enabling this feature broadcasts the SSID across the network, thus making it visible to page 23. Security...
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... the drop-down menu.� WPA Mode: When you select either WPA-Personal or WPA-Enterprise, you must configure RADIUS Port and RADIUS Secret. PassPhrase: RADIUS Server: When you must configure Cipher Type and Group Key Update Interval. In addition, you select WPA-Enterprise, enter the IP address of these keys in the Key Index drop-down menu: AUTO (WPA or WPA2), WPA2 Only, or WPA Only. D-Link DAP-2553 User Manual 33 Configuration Priority: Check the Enable Priority box at...
... the drop-down menu.� WPA Mode: When you select either WPA-Personal or WPA-Enterprise, you must configure RADIUS Port and RADIUS Secret. PassPhrase: RADIUS Server: When you must configure Cipher Type and Group Key Update Interval. In addition, you select WPA-Enterprise, enter the IP address of these keys in the Key Index drop-down menu: AUTO (WPA or WPA2), WPA2 Only, or WPA Only. D-Link DAP-2553 User Manual 33 Configuration Priority: Check the Enable Priority box at...
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...): Enter the number of the IP address that can be assigned to manually assign new IP addresses. Enter the submask for the wireless network. Function Enable/ Disable: Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) assigns dynamic IP addresses to function as a DHCP server. Select Enable to allow the DAP-2553 to devices on the network. Subnet Mask: All devices in the network must have the same subnet mask to receive an available IP with lease time control. D-Link DAP-2553 User Manual 46 WINS: Specify the Windows Internet Naming Service (WINS) server address for...
...): Enter the number of the IP address that can be assigned to manually assign new IP addresses. Enter the submask for the wireless network. Function Enable/ Disable: Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) assigns dynamic IP addresses to function as a DHCP server. Select Enable to allow the DAP-2553 to devices on the network. Subnet Mask: All devices in the network must have the same subnet mask to receive an available IP with lease time control. D-Link DAP-2553 User Manual 46 WINS: Specify the Windows Internet Naming Service (WINS) server address for...
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Internal Station Connection: The default value is Enable. Wireless devices can still send data to associated wireless devices will be blocked. Configuration WLAN Partition Wireless Band: Displays the current wireless band rate. When disabled, wireless stations cannot exchange data through the AP. D-Link DAP-2553 User Manual 52 Section 3 - When disabled, all data from the Ethernet to the Ethernet. Ethernet to WLAN Access: The default is Enable, which allows stations to inter-communicate by connecting to a target AP. Link Integrity: Select Enable or Disable.
Internal Station Connection: The default value is Enable. Wireless devices can still send data to associated wireless devices will be blocked. Configuration WLAN Partition Wireless Band: Displays the current wireless band rate. When disabled, wireless stations cannot exchange data through the AP. D-Link DAP-2553 User Manual 52 Section 3 - When disabled, all data from the Ethernet to the Ethernet. Ethernet to WLAN Access: The default is Enable, which allows stations to inter-communicate by connecting to a target AP. Link Integrity: Select Enable or Disable.
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... reset the access point, locate the reset button (hole) on , use a paperclip to the factory defaults. This should open it. • Access the web management. From the Security tab, click the button to restore the settings to their defaults. What can I do if I forgot my password? Open your password, you still cannot access the configuration, unplug the power to their defaults. • Click the Connection tab and set the dial-up option to Start > Settings > Control Panel. Troubleshooting • Configure your web browser...
... reset the access point, locate the reset button (hole) on , use a paperclip to the factory defaults. This should open it. • Access the web management. From the Security tab, click the button to restore the settings to their defaults. What can I do if I forgot my password? Open your password, you still cannot access the configuration, unplug the power to their defaults. • Click the Connection tab and set the dial-up option to Start > Settings > Control Panel. Troubleshooting • Configure your web browser...
