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... 10 Configuration 11 Web Configuration Utility 11 Home 12 Wireless Modes 13 Access Point Mode 14 Access Point (WEP 16 Access Point (WPA-EAP/WPA2-EAP).......... 17 Access Point (WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK).......... 18 AP Client (WEP... 28 AP Client (WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK 29 LAN Settings 30 Static IP Address 30 Dynamic IP Address 31 Advanced Performance Settings 32 Filters 34 Wireless Access Settings 34 WLAN Partition 35 Grouping 36 DHCP Server 37 D-Link DWL-7100AP...
... 10 Configuration 11 Web Configuration Utility 11 Home 12 Wireless Modes 13 Access Point Mode 14 Access Point (WEP 16 Access Point (WPA-EAP/WPA2-EAP).......... 17 Access Point (WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK).......... 18 AP Client (WEP... 28 AP Client (WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK 29 LAN Settings 30 Static IP Address 30 Dynamic IP Address 31 Advanced Performance Settings 32 Filters 34 Wireless Access Settings 34 WLAN Partition 35 Grouping 36 DHCP Server 37 D-Link DWL-7100AP...
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... Settings 47 Device Information 48 Stats 49 Client Information 50 Help 51 Using the AP Manager 52 Discovering Devices 52 Device Configuration 53 General 54 Wireless Settings 56 Security 58 WEP Encryption 59 WPA-EAP/WPA2-EAP/ WPA-Auto-EAP....... 60 WPA-EAP/WPA2-EAP/ WPA-Auto-EAP....... 61 Filters 62... Client 67 DHCP Server 68 Client-Info 69 Log 70 Configuration Files 71 Firmware 72 System Settings 73 Setup Wizard 74 Refresh 78 About 78 D-Link DWL-7100AP User Manual
... Settings 47 Device Information 48 Stats 49 Client Information 50 Help 51 Using the AP Manager 52 Discovering Devices 52 Device Configuration 53 General 54 Wireless Settings 56 Security 58 WEP Encryption 59 WPA-EAP/WPA2-EAP/ WPA-Auto-EAP....... 60 WPA-EAP/WPA2-EAP/ WPA-Auto-EAP....... 61 Filters 62... Client 67 DHCP Server 68 Client-Info 69 Log 70 Configuration Files 71 Firmware 72 System Settings 73 Setup Wizard 74 Refresh 78 About 78 D-Link DWL-7100AP User Manual
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Networking Basics 79 Checking the IP Address in Windows® XP 79 Assigning a Static IP Address in XP/2000 80 Troubleshooting 84 Technical Specifications 87 Contacting Technical Support 89 Warranty 90 Registration 96 D-Link DWL-7100AP User Manual
Networking Basics 79 Checking the IP Address in Windows® XP 79 Assigning a Static IP Address in XP/2000 80 Troubleshooting 84 Technical Specifications 87 Contacting Technical Support 89 Warranty 90 Registration 96 D-Link DWL-7100AP User Manual
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... operating system with an installed Ethernet adapter. • Internet Explorer, Netscape Navigator (version 6.0 or higher), or Firefox with the DWL-7100AP will cause damage and void the warranty for this product. PPraocdkuacgteOCvoenrtevnietsw • D-Link DWL-7100AP Access Point • Power Supply • Manual and Software on CD • CAT5 Ethernet Cable • Quick Installation Guide Note: Using...
... operating system with an installed Ethernet adapter. • Internet Explorer, Netscape Navigator (version 6.0 or higher), or Firefox with the DWL-7100AP will cause damage and void the warranty for this product. PPraocdkuacgteOCvoenrtevnietsw • D-Link DWL-7100AP Access Point • Power Supply • Manual and Software on CD • CAT5 Ethernet Cable • Quick Installation Guide Note: Using...
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... deployments capable of an existing one. * Maximum wireless signal rate derived from a single location. The D-Link AirPremier AG™ DWL-7100AP Access Point, designed for extending the range of up to configure multiple access points from IEEE Standard 802.11a and 802.11g specifications. D-Link DWL-7100AP User Manual Introduction D-Link, the industry pioneer in wireless networking, introduces a performance breakthrough in Repeater mode...
... deployments capable of an existing one. * Maximum wireless signal rate derived from a single location. The D-Link AirPremier AG™ DWL-7100AP Access Point, designed for extending the range of up to configure multiple access points from IEEE Standard 802.11a and 802.11g specifications. D-Link DWL-7100AP User Manual Introduction D-Link, the industry pioneer in wireless networking, introduces a performance breakthrough in Repeater mode...
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... about the location without interruption. With 4x the number of previous 802.11b wireless devices. D-Link DWL-7100AP User Manual Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of aggregated user bandwidth. For advanced configuration, the DWL-7100AP concurrently operates in more than one mode: Access Point, WDS with WPA, AES, and 152-bit WEP Encryption Multimode Operation for...
... about the location without interruption. With 4x the number of previous 802.11b wireless devices. D-Link DWL-7100AP User Manual Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of aggregated user bandwidth. For advanced configuration, the DWL-7100AP concurrently operates in more than one mode: Access Point, WDS with WPA, AES, and 152-bit WEP Encryption Multimode Operation for...
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a blinking light indicates activity A blinking light indicates activity in the respective wireless mode: 802.11a and/or 802.11b/802.11g D-Link DWL-7100AP User Manual Hardware Overview LEDs LED Power LAN (10/100) WLAN (802.11a and 802.11b or 802.11g) LED Activity A steady light indicates a connection to a power source A steady light indicates a connection to the Ethernet port;
a blinking light indicates activity A blinking light indicates activity in the respective wireless mode: 802.11a and/or 802.11b/802.11g D-Link DWL-7100AP User Manual Hardware Overview LEDs LED Power LAN (10/100) WLAN (802.11a and 802.11b or 802.11g) LED Activity A steady light indicates a connection to a power source A steady light indicates a connection to the Ethernet port;
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...router for your network adapter. Note:You also have the option of configuring the DWL-7100AP. Computers with the DWL-7100AP, using their default wireless settings. B. The DWL-G650 Wireless Cardbus Adapter and the DWL-G520 Wireless PCI Adapter will illuminate to indicate a proper Ethernet connection.(Note:The Ethernet Port... wall outlet or power strip. D-Link DWL-7100AP User Manual Insert one end of the cable to the Ethernet port on the DWL-7100AP.) C. See the Appendix if you can also connect to the DWL-7100AP. The default IP address for the DWL-7100AP is 192.168.0.50 with a...
...router for your network adapter. Note:You also have the option of configuring the DWL-7100AP. Computers with the DWL-7100AP, using their default wireless settings. B. The DWL-G650 Wireless Cardbus Adapter and the DWL-G520 Wireless PCI Adapter will illuminate to indicate a proper Ethernet connection.(Note:The Ethernet Port... wall outlet or power strip. D-Link DWL-7100AP User Manual Insert one end of the cable to the Ethernet port on the DWL-7100AP.) C. See the Appendix if you can also connect to the DWL-7100AP. The default IP address for the DWL-7100AP is 192.168.0.50 with a...
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...computers so that the antenna is minimized. 2. If you want. Make sure that the number of 3-90 ft. D-Link DWL-7100AP User Manual 10 Try to position access points, routers, and computers so that is 1.5 feet thick, at least 3-6 feet) from anywhere you are positioned so ...1. Be aware of range. Building materials make sure that the access point and adapters are using 2.4GHz cordless phones or X-10 (wireless products such as ceiling fans, lights, and home security systems), your wireless connection will degrade dramatically or drop completely. Keep the number of ...
...computers so that the antenna is minimized. 2. If you want. Make sure that the number of 3-90 ft. D-Link DWL-7100AP User Manual 10 Try to position access points, routers, and computers so that is 1.5 feet thick, at least 3-6 feet) from anywhere you are positioned so ...1. Be aware of range. Building materials make sure that the access point and adapters are using 2.4GHz cordless phones or X-10 (wireless products such as ceiling fans, lights, and home security systems), your wireless connection will degrade dramatically or drop completely. Keep the number of ...
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...disable the Access the Internet using a proxy server function. Open your access point. Click OK to Control Panel > Internet Options > Connections > LAN Settings and uncheck the enable box. Configuration To configure the DWL-7100AP, use the AP Manager software. After the connection is connected to the DWL-7100AP with an...computer are in the address field (http://192.168.0.50) and press Enter. To disable this function, go to continue. D-Link DWL-7100AP User Manual 11 Please refer to page 52 to configure your web browser program such as Internet Explorer. Make sure that the IP...
...disable the Access the Internet using a proxy server function. Open your access point. Click OK to Control Panel > Internet Options > Connections > LAN Settings and uncheck the enable box. Configuration To configure the DWL-7100AP, use the AP Manager software. After the connection is connected to the DWL-7100AP with an...computer are in the address field (http://192.168.0.50) and press Enter. To disable this function, go to continue. D-Link DWL-7100AP User Manual 11 Please refer to page 52 to configure your web browser program such as Internet Explorer. Make sure that the IP...
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Please click on most of each screen after you have made a configuration change. Home D-Link DWL-7100AP User Manual 12 These buttons appear on the appropriate button at the bottom of the configuration screens in this section. The Home > Wizard screen will appear. Please refer to the Quick Installation Guide for more information regarding the Setup Wizard.
Please click on most of each screen after you have made a configuration change. Home D-Link DWL-7100AP User Manual 12 These buttons appear on the appropriate button at the bottom of the configuration screens in this section. The Home > Wizard screen will appear. Please refer to the Quick Installation Guide for more information regarding the Setup Wizard.
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AP Mode Access Point Wireless Modes Authentication Available Open System Shared Key Open System/Shared Key WPA-EAP WPA-PSK WPA2-EAP WPA2-PSK WPA-Auto-EAP WPA-Auto-PSK WDS with AP Open System Shared Key Open System/Shared Key WPA-PSK WPA2-PSK WPA-Auto-PSK WDS AP Repeater AP Client Open System Shared Key Open System/Shared Key WPA-PSK WPA2-PSK WPA-Auto-PSK Open System Shared Key Open System Shared Key WPA-PSK WPA2-PSK D-Link DWL-7100AP User Manual 13
AP Mode Access Point Wireless Modes Authentication Available Open System Shared Key Open System/Shared Key WPA-EAP WPA-PSK WPA2-EAP WPA2-PSK WPA-Auto-EAP WPA-Auto-PSK WDS with AP Open System Shared Key Open System/Shared Key WPA-PSK WPA2-PSK WPA-Auto-PSK WDS AP Repeater AP Client Open System Shared Key Open System/Shared Key WPA-PSK WPA2-PSK WPA-Auto-PSK Open System Shared Key Open System Shared Key WPA-PSK WPA2-PSK D-Link DWL-7100AP User Manual 13
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... factory default setting is dlink.The SSID can be easily changed to connect to an existing wireless network or to only those devices that is selected from the drop-down menu. D-Link DWL-7100AP User Manual 14 Select Open System/Shared Key to allow either form of data with the ... inclusion of a RADIUS server. All devices on the wireless channel that share the same WEP settings. Select WPA-EAP to secure your network with the inclusion of a RADIUS server and upgrade the encryption of data encryption. Mode: Access Point is chosen. The radio frequency will vary depending on ...
... factory default setting is dlink.The SSID can be easily changed to connect to an existing wireless network or to only those devices that is selected from the drop-down menu. D-Link DWL-7100AP User Manual 14 Select Open System/Shared Key to allow either form of data with the ... inclusion of a RADIUS server. All devices on the wireless channel that share the same WEP settings. Select WPA-EAP to secure your network with the inclusion of a RADIUS server and upgrade the encryption of data encryption. Mode: Access Point is chosen. The radio frequency will vary depending on ...
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D-Link DWL-7100AP User Manual 15 Select WPA2-PSK to either use WPA-PSK or WPA2-PSK. Select WPA-Auto-PSK to allow the client to either use WPA-EAP or WPA2-EAP. No RADIUS server required and encryption of data is upgraded with the Advanced Encryption Standard (AES). Select WPA-Auto-EAP to allow the client to secure your network using a password and dynamic key changes.
D-Link DWL-7100AP User Manual 15 Select WPA2-PSK to either use WPA-PSK or WPA2-PSK. Select WPA-Auto-PSK to allow the client to either use WPA-EAP or WPA2-EAP. No RADIUS server required and encryption of data is upgraded with the Advanced Encryption Standard (AES). Select WPA-Auto-EAP to allow the client to secure your network using a password and dynamic key changes.
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First through the 4th key to four keys for encryption. Key Size: Select 64-bit, 128-bit, or 152-bit. Key Type: Select HEX or ASCII. Valid Key: Select the 1st through Fourth Input up to be the active key. D-Link DWL-7100AP User Manual 16 Access Point (WEP) Wireless Band: Select IEEE802.11a or IEEE802.11g. Encryption: Select Disabled or Enabled. You will select keys: one of these keys in the valid key field.
First through the 4th key to four keys for encryption. Key Size: Select 64-bit, 128-bit, or 152-bit. Key Type: Select HEX or ASCII. Valid Key: Select the 1st through Fourth Input up to be the active key. D-Link DWL-7100AP User Manual 16 Access Point (WEP) Wireless Band: Select IEEE802.11a or IEEE802.11g. Encryption: Select Disabled or Enabled. You will select keys: one of these keys in the valid key field.
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D-Link DWL-7100AP User Manual 17 Cipher Type: When you select WPA-EAP, WPA2-EAP or WPA-Auto-EAP, you must select AUTO, AES, or TKIP from the drop-down menu. Group Key Update Select the interval during which the group key will Interval: be valid. 1800 is the recommended value. Radius Port: Enter the Radius port. Radius Secret: Enter the Radius secret. Access Point (WPA-EAP/WPA2-EAP) Wireless Band: Select IEEE802.11a or IEEE802.11g. Radius Server: Enter the IP address of the Radius server. A lower interval may reduce transfer data rate.
D-Link DWL-7100AP User Manual 17 Cipher Type: When you select WPA-EAP, WPA2-EAP or WPA-Auto-EAP, you must select AUTO, AES, or TKIP from the drop-down menu. Group Key Update Select the interval during which the group key will Interval: be valid. 1800 is the recommended value. Radius Port: Enter the Radius port. Radius Secret: Enter the Radius secret. Access Point (WPA-EAP/WPA2-EAP) Wireless Band: Select IEEE802.11a or IEEE802.11g. Radius Server: Enter the IP address of the Radius server. A lower interval may reduce transfer data rate.
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Group Key Update Select the interval during which the group Interval: key will be valid. The default value of 1800 is an alpha-numeric password between 8 and 63 characters long. The password can include symbols (!?*&_) and spaces. D-Link DWL-7100AP User Manual 18 Make sure you enter this key exactly the same on all other wireless clients. The passphrase is reommended. PassPhrase: Enter a passphrase. Cipher Type: Select AUTO, AES, or TKIP from the drop-down menu. Access Point (WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK) Wireless Band: Select IEEE802.11a or IEEE802.11g.
Group Key Update Select the interval during which the group Interval: key will be valid. The default value of 1800 is an alpha-numeric password between 8 and 63 characters long. The password can include symbols (!?*&_) and spaces. D-Link DWL-7100AP User Manual 18 Make sure you enter this key exactly the same on all other wireless clients. The passphrase is reommended. PassPhrase: Enter a passphrase. Cipher Type: Select AUTO, AES, or TKIP from the drop-down menu. Access Point (WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK) Wireless Band: Select IEEE802.11a or IEEE802.11g.
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WDS with AP In WDS with AP mode, the DWL-7100AP wirelessly connects multiple networks, while still functioning as a client and an access point at the same time. WDS (Wireless Distribution System) allows access points to communicate with one another wirelessly in WDS with AP is the name designated for IEEE 802....channel. Mode: WDS with AP mode. D-Link DWL-7100AP User Manual 19 The SSID can also simplify the network infrastructure by reducing the amount of the APs in your Address: network that will serve as bridges to establish a new wireless network. SSID Broadcast: Enable or Disable ...
WDS with AP In WDS with AP mode, the DWL-7100AP wirelessly connects multiple networks, while still functioning as a client and an access point at the same time. WDS (Wireless Distribution System) allows access points to communicate with one another wirelessly in WDS with AP is the name designated for IEEE 802....channel. Mode: WDS with AP mode. D-Link DWL-7100AP User Manual 19 The SSID can also simplify the network infrastructure by reducing the amount of the APs in your Address: network that will serve as bridges to establish a new wireless network. SSID Broadcast: Enable or Disable ...
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Select WPA-PSK, WPA2-PSK, or WPA-Auto-PSK to only those devices that share the same WEP settings. Select Shared Key to limit communication to secure your network using a password and dynamic key changes (No RADIUS server required). Select Open System/Shared Key to communicate the key across the network. Note: WDS is not guaranteed. Communication with other vendor´s access points is not completely specified in WiFi or IEEE standards. D-Link DWL-7100AP User Manual 20 Authentication: Select Open System to allow either form of data encryption.
Select WPA-PSK, WPA2-PSK, or WPA-Auto-PSK to only those devices that share the same WEP settings. Select Shared Key to limit communication to secure your network using a password and dynamic key changes (No RADIUS server required). Select Open System/Shared Key to communicate the key across the network. Note: WDS is not guaranteed. Communication with other vendor´s access points is not completely specified in WiFi or IEEE standards. D-Link DWL-7100AP User Manual 20 Authentication: Select Open System to allow either form of data encryption.
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WDS with AP (WEP) Encryption: Select Disabled or Enabled. (Disabled is a code for encryption.You will select keys: one of these keys in the valid key field. * Hexadecimal digits consist of the numbers 0-9 and the letters A-F. Key Size: Select 64-bit, 128-bit, or 152-bit. D-Link DWL-7100AP User Manual 21 Valid Key: Select the 1st through Fourth Input up to be the active key. First through the 4th key to four keys for representing English letters as numbers 0-127. Key Type: Select HEX or ASCII. ASCII (American Standard Code for Information Interchange) is selected here).
WDS with AP (WEP) Encryption: Select Disabled or Enabled. (Disabled is a code for encryption.You will select keys: one of these keys in the valid key field. * Hexadecimal digits consist of the numbers 0-9 and the letters A-F. Key Size: Select 64-bit, 128-bit, or 152-bit. D-Link DWL-7100AP User Manual 21 Valid Key: Select the 1st through Fourth Input up to be the active key. First through the 4th key to four keys for representing English letters as numbers 0-127. Key Type: Select HEX or ASCII. ASCII (American Standard Code for Information Interchange) is selected here).