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... 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...
... 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...
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... Networking Basics 73 Check your IP address 73 Statically Assign an IP address 74 Technical Specifications 76 Contacting Technical Support 78 Warranty 79 Registration 85 D-Link DAP-2553 User Manual
... Networking Basics 73 Check your IP address 73 Statically Assign an IP address 74 Technical Specifications 76 Contacting Technical Support 78 Warranty 79 Registration 85 D-Link DAP-2553 User Manual
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Section 1 - 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 ...higher • Mozilla Firefox 3.0 and higher • Google™ Chrome 2.0 and higher • Apple Safari 3.0 and higher D-Link DAP-2553 User Manual System Requirements • Computers with Windows®, Macintosh®, or Linux-based operating systems with the...
Section 1 - 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 ...higher • Mozilla Firefox 3.0 and higher • Google™ Chrome 2.0 and higher • Apple Safari 3.0 and higher D-Link DAP-2553 User Manual System Requirements • Computers with Windows®, Macintosh®, or Linux-based operating systems with the...
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... PoE (Power over the CAT5 cable, making the setup of four different wireless networking modes: access point, WDS (Wireless Distribution System) with during wireless transmission. It also includes an integrity checking feature which offers per-packet dynamic hashing. D-Link DAP-2553 User Manual Product Overview Introduction The DAP-2553 802.11n selectable AP increases productivity by allowing you to 300Mbps. (The...
... PoE (Power over the CAT5 cable, making the setup of four different wireless networking modes: access point, WDS (Wireless Distribution System) with during wireless transmission. It also includes an integrity checking feature which offers per-packet dynamic hashing. D-Link DAP-2553 User Manual Product Overview Introduction The DAP-2553 802.11n selectable AP increases productivity by allowing you to 300Mbps. (The...
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... are ideal for businesses that already have existing security infrastructures established. Management and security implementation can lower actual data throughout rate. D-Link DAP-2553 User Manual Section 1 - EAP (Extensible Authentication Protocol) is available through the Windows® XP operating system. Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of authorized users who can access the wireless LAN.
... are ideal for businesses that already have existing security infrastructures established. Management and security implementation can lower actual data throughout rate. D-Link DAP-2553 User Manual Section 1 - EAP (Extensible Authentication Protocol) is available through the Windows® XP operating system. Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of authorized users who can access the wireless LAN.
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...for management - D-Link DAP-2553 User Manual Systems administrators can lower actual data throughout rate. **Please note that operating frequency ranges vary depending on your own schedule without sacrificing connectivity. • Compatible with the 802.11g standard to provide a wireless data rate of ... standard to provide a wireless data rate of up to 11Mbps, allowing you to migrate your wireless networking needs: Access Point, WDS with AP, WDS, or Wireless Client. • Faster wireless networking with the 802.11n standard to provide a maximum wireless signal rate of network ...
...for management - D-Link DAP-2553 User Manual Systems administrators can lower actual data throughout rate. **Please note that operating frequency ranges vary depending on your own schedule without sacrificing connectivity. • Compatible with the 802.11g standard to provide a wireless data rate of ... standard to provide a wireless data rate of up to 11Mbps, allowing you to migrate your wireless networking needs: Access Point, WDS with AP, WDS, or Wireless Client. • Faster wireless networking with the 802.11n standard to provide a maximum wireless signal rate of network ...
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...types of fixed infrastructure have access to data in locations where installation of wireless devices deployed. productivity increases when people can benefit from Peer-to use the same applications as airports, coffee shops and universities. D-Link DAP-2553 User Manual People use is ...easy to -Peer networks, suitable for many users. Section 2 - D-Link wireless products provides you with multi-functionality configurable in public areas as well,...
...types of fixed infrastructure have access to data in locations where installation of wireless devices deployed. productivity increases when people can benefit from Peer-to use the same applications as airports, coffee shops and universities. D-Link DAP-2553 User Manual People use is ...easy to -Peer networks, suitable for many users. Section 2 - D-Link wireless products provides you with multi-functionality configurable in public areas as well,...
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... high-speed digital data over your network without noticeable delays. The D-Link DAP-2553 will be able to ensure the greatest possible speed and range. It increases the maximum wireless signal rate up to the receiver. Network conditions and environmental factors, including... into multiple smaller sub-signals that in �g� OFDM technology. Actual data throughput may vary. D-Link DAP-2553 User Manual Installation Standards-Based Technology The DAP-2553 Wireless Access Point utilizes the 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, and 802.11n standards. Section 2 - The IEEE...
... high-speed digital data over your network without noticeable delays. The D-Link DAP-2553 will be able to ensure the greatest possible speed and range. It increases the maximum wireless signal rate up to the receiver. Network conditions and environmental factors, including... into multiple smaller sub-signals that in �g� OFDM technology. Actual data throughput may vary. D-Link DAP-2553 User Manual Installation Standards-Based Technology The DAP-2553 Wireless Access Point utilizes the 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, and 802.11n standards. Section 2 - The IEEE...
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...security systems), your wireless network. Installation Wireless Installation Considerations The D-Link AirPremier N wireless access point lets you are using a wireless connection from electrical devices or appliances that the wireless signals must pass through drywall or open doorways. The key to maximizing wireless range is minimized... or business. Make sure your product away (at an angle) for better reception. 3. Keep in use. D-Link DAP-2553 User Manual 10 A wall that the number of walls and ceilings between network devices. Materials and objects such as possible. Keep...
...security systems), your wireless network. Installation Wireless Installation Considerations The D-Link AirPremier N wireless access point lets you are using a wireless connection from electrical devices or appliances that the wireless signals must pass through drywall or open doorways. The key to maximizing wireless range is minimized... or business. Make sure your product away (at an angle) for better reception. 3. Keep in use. D-Link DAP-2553 User Manual 10 A wall that the number of walls and ceilings between network devices. Materials and objects such as possible. Keep...
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Section 2 - Power LED This light will be solid green when the unit is powered on your hard drives. D-Link DAP-2553 User Manual 11 LAN (PoE) Port An Ethernet port that connects the unit to access the data on . 5GHz LED This light will be used to this unit using Power over Ethernet. Installation Hardware Overview...
Section 2 - Power LED This light will be solid green when the unit is powered on your hard drives. D-Link DAP-2553 User Manual 11 LAN (PoE) Port An Ethernet port that connects the unit to access the data on . 5GHz LED This light will be used to this unit using Power over Ethernet. Installation Hardware Overview...
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Installation Hardware Installation Connect Power Connect Power Supply into the Power Receptacle Port at the back of the Access Point. (See images) Connect Ethernet Connect Ethernet Cable (supplied) into the Ethernet Port at the back of the Ethernet cable to the PC or the network. D-Link DAP-2553 User Manual 12 Then connect the other end of the Access Point. (See images). Section 2 -
Installation Hardware Installation Connect Power Connect Power Supply into the Power Receptacle Port at the back of the Access Point. (See images) Connect Ethernet Connect Ethernet Cable (supplied) into the Ethernet Port at the back of the Ethernet cable to the PC or the network. D-Link DAP-2553 User Manual 12 Then connect the other end of the Access Point. (See images). Section 2 -
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Section 2 - The AP can be powered on the DAP-2553 and the other end of the Ethernet cable to either your computer or to your access point) to the LAN port on by a PoE switch or by the power adapter shipped with the AP. D-Link DAP-2553 User Manual 13 Installation Connect Power over Ethernet (PoE) Connect one end of an Ethernet cable (included with your PoE switch.
Section 2 - The AP can be powered on the DAP-2553 and the other end of the Ethernet cable to either your computer or to your access point) to the LAN port on by a PoE switch or by the power adapter shipped with the AP. D-Link DAP-2553 User Manual 13 Installation Connect Power over Ethernet (PoE) Connect one end of an Ethernet cable (included with your PoE switch.
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Section 2 - Installation Four Operational Modes Access Point (AP) WDS with AP WDS Wireless Client Create a wireless LAN Wirelessly connect multiple networks while still functioning as a wireless AP Wirelessly connect multiple networks AP acts as a wireless network adapter for your Ethernet-enabled device D-Link DAP-2553 User Manual 14
Section 2 - Installation Four Operational Modes Access Point (AP) WDS with AP WDS Wireless Client Create a wireless LAN Wirelessly connect multiple networks while still functioning as a wireless AP Wirelessly connect multiple networks AP acts as a wireless network adapter for your Ethernet-enabled device D-Link DAP-2553 User Manual 14
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Connect the cable or DSL modem to your network, install a wireless PCI adapter into a laptop computer. D-Link DAP-2553 User Manual 15 Consult with your desktop computer. 5. Install the drivers for proper installation of the modem. 3. Installation Getting Started 1. Section 2 - If you are connecting a desktop computer to a router. See the printed Install Guide included with your cable or DSL provider for 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. D-Link DAP-2553 User Manual 15 Consult with your desktop computer. 5. Install the drivers for proper installation of the modem. 3. Installation Getting Started 1. Section 2 - If you are connecting a desktop computer to a router. See the printed Install Guide included with your cable or DSL provider for your wireless CardBus adapter into an available PCI slot on your router. 4. You will need broadband Internet access. 2.
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First, disable the Access the Internet using a proxy server function. Make sure that is connected to enter the correct IP address. Configuration Configuration To configure the DAP-2553, use a computer that the IP addresses of the DAP-2553 in the same subnet. Launch your computer are in the ...by default, and click Login. Note: If you have changed the default IP address assigned to the DAP-2553, make sure to Control Panel > Internet Options > Connections > LAN Settings and uncheck the enable box. D-Link DAP-2553 User Manual 16 Type the IP address and http port of the...
First, disable the Access the Internet using a proxy server function. Make sure that is connected to enter the correct IP address. Configuration Configuration To configure the DAP-2553, use a computer that the IP addresses of the DAP-2553 in the same subnet. Launch your computer are in the ...by default, and click Login. Note: If you have changed the default IP address assigned to the DAP-2553, make sure to Control Panel > Internet Options > Connections > LAN Settings and uncheck the enable box. D-Link DAP-2553 User Manual 16 Type the IP address and http port of the...
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Once you are finished, click the Configuration button located at the bottom of the page and then click Save and Activate. D-Link DAP-2553 User Manual 17 Section 3 - Configuration After successfully logging into the DAP-2553, the following screen will appear: Save and Activate Settings When making changes on most of the configuration screens in this section, use the each screen to multiple pages before activating. button at the top of You may change settings to save (not activate) your configuration changes.
Once you are finished, click the Configuration button located at the bottom of the page and then click Save and Activate. D-Link DAP-2553 User Manual 17 Section 3 - Configuration After successfully logging into the DAP-2553, the following screen will appear: Save and Activate Settings When making changes on most of the configuration screens in this section, use the each screen to multiple pages before activating. button at the top of You may change settings to save (not activate) your configuration changes.
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...factory default setting is case-sensitive. SSID Visibility: Enable or Disable SSID visibility. D-Link DAP-2553 User Manual 18 Enabling this feature automatically selects Selection: the channel that provides the best wireless performance. Mode: Select Access Point from the drop-down menu. Section 3 - To change the channel, first ...Disable, and then use the drop-down menu. The SSID can be up . Configuration Basic Settings Wireless Access Point mode Wireless Band: Select either 2.4GHz or 5GHz from the drop-down menu to 32 characters and is dlink. Enable is set by default....
...factory default setting is case-sensitive. SSID Visibility: Enable or Disable SSID visibility. D-Link DAP-2553 User Manual 18 Enabling this feature automatically selects Selection: the channel that provides the best wireless performance. Mode: Select Access Point from the drop-down menu. Section 3 - To change the channel, first ...Disable, and then use the drop-down menu. The SSID can be up . Configuration Basic Settings Wireless Access Point mode Wireless Band: Select either 2.4GHz or 5GHz from the drop-down menu to 32 characters and is dlink. Enable is set by default....
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.... Select Open System to choose Open System, Shared Key, WPA-Personal, WPA-Enterprise, or 802.11x. No RADIUS server is not available. D-Link DAP-2553 User Manual 19 Section 3 - Select WPA-Enterprise to operate in. Configuration Channel Width: Allows you to select the channel width you to connect to secure ...Personal to only those devices that share the same WEP settings. Select 802.11x to both 802.11n and 802.11b/g or 802.11a wireless devices on your network using 802.11x authentication. If multi-SSID is enabled, this option is required. Auto 20/40 MHz allows you...
.... Select Open System to choose Open System, Shared Key, WPA-Personal, WPA-Enterprise, or 802.11x. No RADIUS server is not available. D-Link DAP-2553 User Manual 19 Section 3 - Select WPA-Enterprise to operate in. Configuration Channel Width: Allows you to select the channel width you to connect to secure ...Personal to only those devices that share the same WEP settings. Select 802.11x to both 802.11n and 802.11b/g or 802.11a wireless devices on your network using 802.11x authentication. If multi-SSID is enabled, this option is required. Auto 20/40 MHz allows you...
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...DAP-2553 wirelessly connects multiple networks while still functioning as a wireless AP. Channel: All devices on your network. Configuration WDS with AP mode In WDS with AP mode. The SSID can be easily changed to connect to an existing wireless network or to all network users. SSID Visibility: Enable or Disable SSID visibility. D-Link DAP-2553 User Manual 20 Wireless Band...: Select either 2.4GHz or 5GHz from the drop-down menu to make the desired selection. (Note: The wireless adapters will provide the best wireless performance....
...DAP-2553 wirelessly connects multiple networks while still functioning as a wireless AP. Channel: All devices on your network. Configuration WDS with AP mode In WDS with AP mode. The SSID can be easily changed to connect to an existing wireless network or to all network users. SSID Visibility: Enable or Disable SSID visibility. D-Link DAP-2553 User Manual 20 Wireless Band...: Select either 2.4GHz or 5GHz from the drop-down menu to make the desired selection. (Note: The wireless adapters will provide the best wireless performance....
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Select WPA-Personal to secure your network that will serve as bridges to wirelessly connect multiple networks. No RADIUS server is not available. Address: Site Survey: Click on the Scan button to connect with. Select Open System to choose ...-Personal. Section 3 - Authentication: Use the drop-down menu to communicate the key across the network. If multi-SSID is enabled, this option is required. D-Link DAP-2553 User Manual 21 Configuration Remote AP MAC Enter the MAC addresses of the APs on the available network that share the same WEP settings. Select Shared Key...
Select WPA-Personal to secure your network that will serve as bridges to wirelessly connect multiple networks. No RADIUS server is not available. Address: Site Survey: Click on the Scan button to connect with. Select Open System to choose ...-Personal. Section 3 - Authentication: Use the drop-down menu to communicate the key across the network. If multi-SSID is enabled, this option is required. D-Link DAP-2553 User Manual 21 Configuration Remote AP MAC Enter the MAC addresses of the APs on the available network that share the same WEP settings. Select Shared Key...