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... 30 Connect to a Wireless Network 50 Using Windows® 7 50 Connect to a Wireless Network 53 Using Windows Vista 53 ®...Configure Wireless Security 55 D-Link DHP-W306AV User Manual 2 DHCP 23 LAN Setup - For Wireless Router 13 Wireless...17 Wireless Setup Wizard 18 Wireless Setup 21 LAN Setup - Quick Setup 12 Encryption Button Usage...
... 30 Connect to a Wireless Network 50 Using Windows® 7 50 Connect to a Wireless Network 53 Using Windows Vista 53 ®...Configure Wireless Security 55 D-Link DHP-W306AV User Manual 2 DHCP 23 LAN Setup - For Wireless Router 13 Wireless...17 Wireless Setup Wizard 18 Wireless Setup 21 LAN Setup - Quick Setup 12 Encryption Button Usage...
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Table of Contents Connect to a Wireless Network 57 Using Windows® XP 57 Configure WPA-PSK 58 Troubleshooting 60 Wireless Basics 62 What is Wireless 63 How does wireless work 63 Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN 63 Wireless Modes 66 Networking Basics 67 Check your IP address 67 Statically Assign an IP address 68 Technical Specifications 69 Warranty 71 D-Link DHP-W306AV User Manual 3
Table of Contents Connect to a Wireless Network 57 Using Windows® XP 57 Configure WPA-PSK 58 Troubleshooting 60 Wireless Basics 62 What is Wireless 63 How does wireless work 63 Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN 63 Wireless Modes 66 Networking Basics 67 Check your IP address 67 Statically Assign an IP address 68 Technical Specifications 69 Warranty 71 D-Link DHP-W306AV User Manual 3
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Product Overview PProacdkuacgteOCvoentrevnietsw D-Link DHP-W306AV PowerLine AV Wireless N Extender CAT5 Ethernet Cable CD-ROM with Software and User Manual System Requirements Network Requirements • IEEE 802.11n or 802.11g wireless clients • 10/100 Ethernet clients Browser Requirements • Internet Explorer 6.0 or higher ... higher CD Installation Wizard Requirements • Windows® XP with Service Pack 2 / Vista® / Windows® 7 • An installed Ethernet adapter • CD-ROM drive D-Link DHP-W306AV User Manual 4 Section 1 -
Product Overview PProacdkuacgteOCvoentrevnietsw D-Link DHP-W306AV PowerLine AV Wireless N Extender CAT5 Ethernet Cable CD-ROM with Software and User Manual System Requirements Network Requirements • IEEE 802.11n or 802.11g wireless clients • 10/100 Ethernet clients Browser Requirements • Internet Explorer 6.0 or higher ... higher CD Installation Wizard Requirements • Windows® XP with Service Pack 2 / Vista® / Windows® 7 • An installed Ethernet adapter • CD-ROM drive D-Link DHP-W306AV User Manual 4 Section 1 -
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... consoles using the most pervasive medium in your home - Product Overview Introduction The DHP-W306AV allows you to 200 Mbps over a home's existing electrical wiring. This fast transmission speed provides ample bandwidth suitable for streaming high-quality video HDTV signals while simultaneously providing high-speed Internet access throughout the home. Section 1 - D-Link DHP-W306AV User Manual 5
... consoles using the most pervasive medium in your home - Product Overview Introduction The DHP-W306AV allows you to 200 Mbps over a home's existing electrical wiring. This fast transmission speed provides ample bandwidth suitable for streaming high-quality video HDTV signals while simultaneously providing high-speed Internet access throughout the home. Section 1 - D-Link DHP-W306AV User Manual 5
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... corners of this product. Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of this product. D-Link DHP-W306AV User Manual 6 Product Overview DATA TRANSMISSION OVER ELECTRICAL WIRING The D-Link DHP-W306AV PowerLine AV Wireless N Extender, compliant with devices such as wiring condition and configuration, may ...home, such as lighting systems that multimedia applications do not follow the HomePlug standard. IDEAL FOR BANDWIDTH-INTENSIVE APPLICATIONS The DHP-W306AV is an ideal solution to create a wall-to-wall home network. 1 Power outlets and electrical wiring must all ...
... corners of this product. Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of this product. D-Link DHP-W306AV User Manual 6 Product Overview DATA TRANSMISSION OVER ELECTRICAL WIRING The D-Link DHP-W306AV PowerLine AV Wireless N Extender, compliant with devices such as wiring condition and configuration, may ...home, such as lighting systems that multimedia applications do not follow the HomePlug standard. IDEAL FOR BANDWIDTH-INTENSIVE APPLICATIONS The DHP-W306AV is an ideal solution to create a wall-to-wall home network. 1 Power outlets and electrical wiring must all ...
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Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Overview Connections 1 2 1 1 ON/OFF Turns the device ON or OFF. (standby/inactive) 2 RJ-45 10/100BASE-TX Ethernet Port Connects to Digital Media Devices, PCs, Game Consoles, Network Storage Devices D-Link DHP-W306AV User Manual 7
Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Overview Connections 1 2 1 1 ON/OFF Turns the device ON or OFF. (standby/inactive) 2 RJ-45 10/100BASE-TX Ethernet Port Connects to Digital Media Devices, PCs, Game Consoles, Network Storage Devices D-Link DHP-W306AV User Manual 7
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.... The LED will blink during broadcast. Product Overview Hardware Overview Side 1 3 24 1 Reset Button Press and hold the button to reset to factory default. Section 1 - D-Link DHP-W306AV User Manual 8
.... The LED will blink during broadcast. Product Overview Hardware Overview Side 1 3 24 1 Reset Button Press and hold the button to reset to factory default. Section 1 - D-Link DHP-W306AV User Manual 8
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... LED will blink quickly when data is ready. This LED blinks during data transmission. 4 Wireless LED A solid light indicates that a powerline connection is established. Section 1 - D-Link DHP-W306AV User Manual 9
... LED will blink quickly when data is ready. This LED blinks during data transmission. 4 Wireless LED A solid light indicates that a powerline connection is established. Section 1 - D-Link DHP-W306AV User Manual 9
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Note: Power source is confirmed when the Power LED on the DHP-W306AV and the other end of the supplied CAT5 Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port on the DHP-W306AV is illuminated. You can also enable wireless to connect to the device's Ethernet interface. D-Link DHP-W306AV User Manual 10 Installation Hardware Installation Power Plug in the DHP-W306AV into an AC wall outlet. Section 2 - Connect the Ethernet Cable Connect one end of the cable to the Wi-Fi devices using WPS.
Note: Power source is confirmed when the Power LED on the DHP-W306AV and the other end of the supplied CAT5 Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port on the DHP-W306AV is illuminated. You can also enable wireless to connect to the device's Ethernet interface. D-Link DHP-W306AV User Manual 10 Installation Hardware Installation Power Plug in the DHP-W306AV into an AC wall outlet. Section 2 - Connect the Ethernet Cable Connect one end of the cable to the Wi-Fi devices using WPS.
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... your wireless network. Keep in your wireless signal. 4. Position devices so that generate RF noise. 5. Materials and objects such as possible. D-Link DHP-W306AV User Manual 11 The key to maximizing wireless range is 1.5 feet thick (.5 meters), at a 45-degree angle appears to a minimum. Keep the number... angle it looks over 42 feet (14 meters) thick! Building materials make a difference. Be aware of the direct line between the D-Link access point and other objects that the wireless signals must pass through drywall or open doorways. The base transmits a signal even if the ...
... your wireless network. Keep in your wireless signal. 4. Position devices so that generate RF noise. 5. Materials and objects such as possible. D-Link DHP-W306AV User Manual 11 The key to maximizing wireless range is 1.5 feet thick (.5 meters), at a 45-degree angle appears to a minimum. Keep the number... angle it looks over 42 feet (14 meters) thick! Building materials make a difference. Be aware of the direct line between the D-Link access point and other objects that the wireless signals must pass through drywall or open doorways. The base transmits a signal even if the ...
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Quick Setup Encryption Button Usage The Eny Button is pressed. Enables the DHP-W306AV to provide information for more than 10 seconds to detach the device from its PowerLine network (works even if it to the Broadcast state or ... for another PowerLine AV device to toggle it is pressed. You can allow the DHP-W306AV to join a network by pressing the Eny Button to join its network group. The Eny Button has 3 different trigger states: Broadcast state - D-Link DHP-W306AV User Manual 12 Section 2 - PowerLine devices added after the first device will use this state...
Quick Setup Encryption Button Usage The Eny Button is pressed. Enables the DHP-W306AV to provide information for more than 10 seconds to detach the device from its PowerLine network (works even if it to the Broadcast state or ... for another PowerLine AV device to toggle it is pressed. You can allow the DHP-W306AV to join a network by pressing the Eny Button to join its network group. The Eny Button has 3 different trigger states: Broadcast state - D-Link DHP-W306AV User Manual 12 Section 2 - PowerLine devices added after the first device will use this state...
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...the PC as illustrated in Room 3. If you have an existing PowerLine network and would like to work properly. D-Link DHP-W306AV User Manual 13 Step 2 Connect the Ethernet cable to the PowerLine AV Adapter, and connect the other end of your product to add... a DHP-W306AV, we recommend purchasing D-Link's PowerLine AV Network Starter Kit (DHP-307AV) in Room 1. Next, connect then other end of this unit. Product Overview Hardware Installation - Scenario...
...the PC as illustrated in Room 3. If you have an existing PowerLine network and would like to work properly. D-Link DHP-W306AV User Manual 13 Step 2 Connect the Ethernet cable to the PowerLine AV Adapter, and connect the other end of your product to add... a DHP-W306AV, we recommend purchasing D-Link's PowerLine AV Network Starter Kit (DHP-307AV) in Room 1. Next, connect then other end of this unit. Product Overview Hardware Installation - Scenario...
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... PowerLine AV Adapter for 3 seconds. Your network is confirmed when the PowerLine AV LEDs indicators on the DHP-W306AV Extender for 3 seconds. D-Link DHP-W306AV User Manual 14 Then, press the ENY button on both PowerLine AV Adapter and DHP-W306AV are steadily lit. Product Overview Step 4 To secure PowerLine network from unauthorized users, press the ENY button...
... PowerLine AV Adapter for 3 seconds. Your network is confirmed when the PowerLine AV LEDs indicators on the DHP-W306AV Extender for 3 seconds. D-Link DHP-W306AV User Manual 14 Then, press the ENY button on both PowerLine AV Adapter and DHP-W306AV are steadily lit. Product Overview Step 4 To secure PowerLine network from unauthorized users, press the ENY button...
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... within two minutes after pressing the ENY button on both PowerLine AV Adapter and DHP-W306AV are steadily lit. Note: Network Connectivity is now secure. ENY Button WPS/ENY LED D-Link DHP-W306AV User Manual 15 Then, press the ENY button on the side of your home. Turn on... the DHP-W306AV by pushing the power button located on the DHP-W306AV Extender for more detailed installation information and advanced features. Product Overview...
... within two minutes after pressing the ENY button on both PowerLine AV Adapter and DHP-W306AV are steadily lit. Note: Network Connectivity is now secure. ENY Button WPS/ENY LED D-Link DHP-W306AV User Manual 15 Then, press the ENY button on the side of your home. Turn on... the DHP-W306AV by pushing the power button located on the DHP-W306AV Extender for more detailed installation information and advanced features. Product Overview...
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... from unauthorized users, press the ENY button on both PowerLine AV Wireless Router and DHP-W306AV are steadily lit. Please refer to add a DHPW306AV Extender. D-Link DHP-W306AV User Manual 16 Step 2 To secure PowerLine network from the PowerLine device . Step 1 Plug the DHP-W306AV Extender into a power outlet in a different room of the unit. Step 3 Open a web...
... from unauthorized users, press the ENY button on both PowerLine AV Wireless Router and DHP-W306AV are steadily lit. Please refer to add a DHPW306AV Extender. D-Link DHP-W306AV User Manual 16 Step 2 To secure PowerLine network from the PowerLine device . Step 1 Plug the DHP-W306AV Extender into a power outlet in a different room of the unit. Step 3 Open a web...
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... may use the web-based configuration utility. D-Link DHP-W306AV User Manual 17 Section 3 - If this is your first time configuring the AP, the Wizard will be Displayed" error, please refer to the Troubleshooting section on the DHP-W306AV to configure your DHP-W306AV. If you receive a "Page Cannot be the...192.168.0.50 in the address field. If you wish to change the default settings or optimize the performance of the DHP-W306AV, you to a computer for assistance. Leave the password blank. Configuration Wireless Connect an Ethernet cable from the Ethernet port ...
... may use the web-based configuration utility. D-Link DHP-W306AV User Manual 17 Section 3 - If this is your first time configuring the AP, the Wizard will be Displayed" error, please refer to the Troubleshooting section on the DHP-W306AV to configure your DHP-W306AV. If you receive a "Page Cannot be the...192.168.0.50 in the address field. If you wish to change the default settings or optimize the performance of the DHP-W306AV, you to a computer for assistance. Leave the password blank. Configuration Wireless Connect an Ethernet cable from the Ethernet port ...
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Configuration Wireless Setup Wizard Click Launch Wireless Setup Wizard to configure your wireless network, click Add Wireless Device With WPS and skip to the next page. To set up your access point and skip to page 31. If you in configuring your settings without running the wizard, click Wireless Setup on the left side and skip to page 21. This Wizard is designed to assist you would like to enter your DHP-W306AV as an access point. Section 3 - D-Link DHP-W306AV User Manual 18
Configuration Wireless Setup Wizard Click Launch Wireless Setup Wizard to configure your wireless network, click Add Wireless Device With WPS and skip to the next page. To set up your access point and skip to page 31. If you in configuring your settings without running the wizard, click Wireless Setup on the left side and skip to page 21. This Wizard is designed to assist you would like to enter your DHP-W306AV as an access point. Section 3 - D-Link DHP-W306AV User Manual 18
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Click Next to the next page. When the device has finished rebooting the main screen will reboot automatically. For Manual setup, skip to continue. D-Link DHP-W306AV User Manual 19 Please press the WPS Push Button (physical or virtual) on the device you want to add to your wireless device supports Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS). In order for your network settings to complete the setup. Configuration Select WPS as the configuration method only if your wireless network to take effect the AP will be displayed. Section 3 -
Click Next to the next page. When the device has finished rebooting the main screen will reboot automatically. For Manual setup, skip to continue. D-Link DHP-W306AV User Manual 19 Please press the WPS Push Button (physical or virtual) on the device you want to add to your wireless device supports Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS). In order for your network settings to complete the setup. Configuration Select WPS as the configuration method only if your wireless network to take effect the AP will be displayed. Section 3 -
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Enter a name for your network key. Click Next to finish the Setup Wizard. D-Link DHP-W306AV User Manual 20 Click Save to continue. Assign a network key as the configuration method to setup your wireless clients. This key must be entered on your wireless clients. The following screen will show you the network key to continue. Section 3 - Click Next to enter on your network manually. Configuration Select Manual as the configuration method, enter your wireless network (SSID).
Enter a name for your network key. Click Next to finish the Setup Wizard. D-Link DHP-W306AV User Manual 20 Click Save to continue. Assign a network key as the configuration method to setup your wireless clients. This key must be entered on your wireless clients. The following screen will show you the network key to continue. Section 3 - Click Next to enter on your network manually. Configuration Select Manual as the configuration method, enter your wireless network (SSID).
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...up ). Enable Auto The Auto Channel Scan setting can be selected to allow Channel the DHP-W306AV to Invisible, see below). Indicates the channel setting for an existing wireless network or to fit the channel ...setting Channel: for the DHP-W306AV. Select if you are using a mix of the following: Mode: 802.11n Only - Mixed 802.... network name is also referred to enable the wireless function. Section 3 - D-Link DHP-W306AV User Manual 21 If you are only using 802.11n wireless clients.
...up ). Enable Auto The Auto Channel Scan setting can be selected to allow Channel the DHP-W306AV to Invisible, see below). Indicates the channel setting for an existing wireless network or to fit the channel ...setting Channel: for the DHP-W306AV. Select if you are using a mix of the following: Mode: 802.11n Only - Mixed 802.... network name is also referred to enable the wireless function. Section 3 - D-Link DHP-W306AV User Manual 21 If you are only using 802.11n wireless clients.