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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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...DWL-7100AP can deploy multimode operation such as using the DWL-7100AP as an Access Point, WDS, WDS with AP, Repeater or an AP Client. With versatile dualband operation modes, solid security features, and extremely fast data transfer speeds, the D-Link AirPremier AG DWL-7100AP Wireless Access Point... offers a high return on investment and provides SMB and Enterprise network administrators an ideal solution for establishing a new wireless network or for Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) ...
...DWL-7100AP can deploy multimode operation such as using the DWL-7100AP as an Access Point, WDS, WDS with AP, Repeater or an AP Client. With versatile dualband operation modes, solid security features, and extremely fast data transfer speeds, the D-Link AirPremier AG DWL-7100AP Wireless Access Point... offers a high return on investment and provides SMB and Enterprise network administrators an ideal solution for establishing a new wireless network or for Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) ...
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... of previous 802.11b wireless devices. D-Link DWL-7100AP User Manual The DWL-7100AP can operate in both the 2.4GHz and 5GHz frequency band; In repeater mode, the WDS feature allows users to 802.11b/802.11g networks. Users can deploy multimode wireless settings such as an 802.11a wireless bridge while simultaneously providing access point functionality to freely roam...
... of previous 802.11b wireless devices. D-Link DWL-7100AP User Manual The DWL-7100AP can operate in both the 2.4GHz and 5GHz frequency band; In repeater mode, the WDS feature allows users to 802.11b/802.11g networks. Users can deploy multimode wireless settings such as an 802.11a wireless bridge while simultaneously providing access point functionality to freely roam...
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...the direct line between access points, routers, and computers - Try to be almost 3 feet thick. Anything using the 2.4Ghz frequency will travel straight through a wall or ceiling for best reception by the number of 3-90 ft. However, keep in your D-Link Wireless product of walls, ...wall or ceiling can rob your home or business. D-Link DWL-7100AP User Manual 10 Be aware of range. Make sure that the antenna is positioned for better reception. 3. Try to a minimum - Installation Considerations D-Link lets you access your network from electrical devices that generate RF noise, ...
...the direct line between access points, routers, and computers - Try to be almost 3 feet thick. Anything using the 2.4Ghz frequency will travel straight through a wall or ceiling for best reception by the number of 3-90 ft. However, keep in your D-Link Wireless product of walls, ...wall or ceiling can rob your home or business. D-Link DWL-7100AP User Manual 10 Be aware of range. Make sure that the antenna is positioned for better reception. 3. Try to a minimum - Installation Considerations D-Link lets you access your network from electrical devices that generate RF noise, ...
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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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...communication to only those devices that is dlink.The SSID can be easily changed to connect to an existing wireless network or to communicate the key across the network. D-Link DWL-7100AP User Manual 14 The radio frequency will vary depending on the network must share the same channel. The...to secure your network with the inclusion of a RADIUS server and upgrade the encryption of data with the inclusion of data encryption. Mode: Access Point is selected from the drop-down menu. SSID Broadcast: Enable or Disable SSID broadcast. Select Open System/Shared Key to secure your network...
...communication to only those devices that is dlink.The SSID can be easily changed to connect to an existing wireless network or to communicate the key across the network. D-Link DWL-7100AP User Manual 14 The radio frequency will vary depending on the network must share the same channel. The...to secure your network with the inclusion of a RADIUS server and upgrade the encryption of data with the inclusion of data encryption. Mode: Access Point is selected from the drop-down menu. SSID Broadcast: Enable or Disable SSID broadcast. Select Open System/Shared Key to secure your network...
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Encryption: Select Disabled or Enabled. D-Link DWL-7100AP User Manual 16 Key Size: Select 64-bit, 128-bit, or 152-bit. Valid Key: Select the 1st through Fourth Input up to be the active key. Key Type: Select HEX or ASCII. First through the 4th key to four keys for encryption. You will select keys: one of these keys in the valid key field. Access Point (WEP) Wireless Band: Select IEEE802.11a or IEEE802.11g.
Encryption: Select Disabled or Enabled. D-Link DWL-7100AP User Manual 16 Key Size: Select 64-bit, 128-bit, or 152-bit. Valid Key: Select the 1st through Fourth Input up to be the active key. Key Type: Select HEX or ASCII. First through the 4th key to four keys for encryption. You will select keys: one of these keys in the valid key field. Access Point (WEP) Wireless Band: Select IEEE802.11a or IEEE802.11g.
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A lower interval may reduce transfer data rate. Radius Server: Enter the IP address of the Radius server. Radius Port: Enter the Radius port. Group Key Update Select the interval during which the group key will Interval: be valid. 1800 is the recommended value. D-Link DWL-7100AP User Manual 17 Radius Secret: Enter the Radius secret. 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. Access Point (WPA-EAP/WPA2-EAP) Wireless Band: Select IEEE802.11a or IEEE802.11g.
A lower interval may reduce transfer data rate. Radius Server: Enter the IP address of the Radius server. Radius Port: Enter the Radius port. Group Key Update Select the interval during which the group key will Interval: be valid. 1800 is the recommended value. D-Link DWL-7100AP User Manual 17 Radius Secret: Enter the Radius secret. 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. Access Point (WPA-EAP/WPA2-EAP) Wireless Band: Select IEEE802.11a or IEEE802.11g.
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Make sure you enter this key exactly the same on all other wireless clients. PassPhrase: Enter a passphrase. D-Link DWL-7100AP User Manual 18 Cipher Type: Select AUTO, AES, or TKIP from the drop-down menu. The passphrase is reommended. Access Point (WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK) Wireless Band: Select IEEE802.11a or IEEE802.11g. The default value of 1800 is an alpha-numeric password between 8 and 63 characters long. The password can include symbols (!?*&_) and spaces. Group Key Update Select the interval during which the group Interval: key will be valid.
Make sure you enter this key exactly the same on all other wireless clients. PassPhrase: Enter a passphrase. D-Link DWL-7100AP User Manual 18 Cipher Type: Select AUTO, AES, or TKIP from the drop-down menu. The passphrase is reommended. Access Point (WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK) Wireless Band: Select IEEE802.11a or IEEE802.11g. The default value of 1800 is an alpha-numeric password between 8 and 63 characters long. The password can include symbols (!?*&_) and spaces. Group Key Update Select the interval during which the group Interval: key will be valid.
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... must share the same channel. D-Link DWL-7100AP User Manual 19 It can be easily changed to connect to an existing wireless network or to communicate with AP mode. Channel: 6 is the default channel for a specific wireless local area network (WLAN). Note: The wireless adapters will serve as a client and an access point at the same time. WDS...
... must share the same channel. D-Link DWL-7100AP User Manual 19 It can be easily changed to connect to an existing wireless network or to communicate with AP mode. Channel: 6 is the default channel for a specific wireless local area network (WLAN). Note: The wireless adapters will serve as a client and an access point at the same time. WDS...
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... Mode: access point you are connecting to the next page. Select Disable to broadcast your SSID. AP Repeater Wireless Band: Select IEEE802.11a or IEEE802.11g. SSID Broadcast: Select Enable to hide your SSID over the wireless network. Authentication: Select Open System or Shared Key. Refer to is not available in Repeater mode. D-Link DWL-7100AP User...
... Mode: access point you are connecting to the next page. Select Disable to broadcast your SSID. AP Repeater Wireless Band: Select IEEE802.11a or IEEE802.11g. SSID Broadcast: Select Enable to hide your SSID over the wireless network. Authentication: Select Open System or Shared Key. Refer to is not available in Repeater mode. D-Link DWL-7100AP User...
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...Link DWL-7100AP User Manual 32 The default (100) is a countdown informing clients of 2346. Beacon Interval: Beacons are recommended. Specify a beacon interval value. Data Rate: Select the speed or data rate. If you encounter inconsistent data flow, only minor modifications to broadcast and multicast messages. Auto Channel Select: When enabled, the access point... will be fragmented. DTIM is recommended. Advanced Performance Settings Wireless Band: Select IEEE802.11a or IEEE802.11g. Select Auto for...
...Link DWL-7100AP User Manual 32 The default (100) is a countdown informing clients of 2346. Beacon Interval: Beacons are recommended. Specify a beacon interval value. Data Rate: Select the speed or data rate. If you encounter inconsistent data flow, only minor modifications to broadcast and multicast messages. Auto Channel Select: When enabled, the access point... will be fragmented. DTIM is recommended. Advanced Performance Settings Wireless Band: Select IEEE802.11a or IEEE802.11g. Select Auto for...
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.... D-Link DWL-7100AP User Manual 35 If this feature allows Ethernet devices Access: to the Ethernet. Internal Station Enabling this is blocked. WLAN Partition Wireless Band: Select IEEE802.11g or IEEE802.11a. If this feature allows wireless clients to associated wireless devices is disabled, wireless stations of the selected band are not allowed to exchange data through the access point.
.... D-Link DWL-7100AP User Manual 35 If this feature allows Ethernet devices Access: to the Ethernet. Internal Station Enabling this is blocked. WLAN Partition Wireless Band: Select IEEE802.11g or IEEE802.11a. If this feature allows wireless clients to associated wireless devices is disabled, wireless stations of the selected band are not allowed to exchange data through the access point.
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...broadcasting of the SSID to select the maximum wireless signal rate for the selected device(s) here. Data Rate: A drop-down menu to network clients. Specify the beacon value for the selected devices(s). D-Link DWL-7100AP User Manual 56 Radio Wave: Select Disable or... Enable from the drop-down menu. SSID Broadcast: Allows you to (20~1000): synchronize a network. Super A/Super G: Disabled by an access point to select a channel. 6 is recommended. Wireless QoS (WMM): Select ...
...broadcasting of the SSID to select the maximum wireless signal rate for the selected device(s) here. Data Rate: A drop-down menu to network clients. Specify the beacon value for the selected devices(s). D-Link DWL-7100AP User Manual 56 Radio Wave: Select Disable or... Enable from the drop-down menu. SSID Broadcast: Allows you to (20~1000): synchronize a network. Super A/Super G: Disabled by an access point to select a channel. 6 is recommended. Wireless QoS (WMM): Select ...
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... is disabled, wireless stations are not granted access. Access Control List: Add or Delete MAC addresses in the list of MAC addresses are not allowed to exchange data through the access point. When this option is disabled, all data from Enabling this is selected, devices in the Access Control List. When Reject is disabled. D-Link DWL-7100AP User Manual...
... is disabled, wireless stations are not granted access. Access Control List: Add or Delete MAC addresses in the list of MAC addresses are not allowed to exchange data through the access point. When this option is disabled, all data from Enabling this is selected, devices in the Access Control List. When Reject is disabled. D-Link DWL-7100AP User Manual...
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D-Link DWL-7100AP User Manual 63 AP Mode Access Point: There are 5 AP modes that are configurable in IEEE802.11g: • Access Point • WDS with AP • WDS • AP Repeater • AP Client Access Point, the default setting used to create a wireless LAN, is displayed here. Please see the following pages for an explanation of the other 4 AP modes.
D-Link DWL-7100AP User Manual 63 AP Mode Access Point: There are 5 AP modes that are configurable in IEEE802.11g: • Access Point • WDS with AP • WDS • AP Repeater • AP Client Access Point, the default setting used to create a wireless LAN, is displayed here. Please see the following pages for an explanation of the other 4 AP modes.
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D-Link DWL-7100AP User Manual 64 This only works with AP: Allows you must enter the MAC address of the other DWL-7100APs. WDS with AP WDS with other DWL-7100AP(s) on your network. If enabled, you to connect multiple wireless LANs together while acting as an access point at the same time.
D-Link DWL-7100AP User Manual 64 This only works with AP: Allows you must enter the MAC address of the other DWL-7100APs. WDS with AP WDS with other DWL-7100AP(s) on your network. If enabled, you to connect multiple wireless LANs together while acting as an access point at the same time.
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AP Client AP Client: Allows you want the AP to connect to use the access point as a wireless client. Click on Site Survey and click on the SSID that you to , or manually enter the root AP SSID. D-Link DWL-7100AP User Manual 67
AP Client AP Client: Allows you want the AP to connect to use the access point as a wireless client. Click on Site Survey and click on the SSID that you to , or manually enter the root AP SSID. D-Link DWL-7100AP User Manual 67
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A window similar to Start > Run > type cmd. Type ping xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx, where xxx is the IP address of the wireless router or access point. A good wireless connection will appear. Checking the Wireless Connection by Pinging in Windows® XP and 2000 Go to this one will show four replies from the wireless router or access point, as shown. D-Link DWL-7100AP User Manual 83
A window similar to Start > Run > type cmd. Type ping xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx, where xxx is the IP address of the wireless router or access point. A good wireless connection will appear. Checking the Wireless Connection by Pinging in Windows® XP and 2000 Go to this one will show four replies from the wireless router or access point, as shown. D-Link DWL-7100AP User Manual 83
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... the network must all have a unique IP address in the same range and subnet as the DWL-7100AP. Note: If you use an Ethernet connection to configure the DWL-7100AP. 1. D-Link DWL-7100AP User Manual 84 If the LED is not ON, check that the cable for the Ethernet connection... XP in the Networking Basics section of the network setup, including the network adapters. Note: The IP address of the DWL-7100AP Wireless Access Point. Go to configure the DWL-7100AP cannot access the Configuration menu. Check that the Ethernet LED on the network. The computer used to Start > Run > ...
... the network must all have a unique IP address in the same range and subnet as the DWL-7100AP. Note: If you use an Ethernet connection to configure the DWL-7100AP. 1. D-Link DWL-7100AP User Manual 84 If the LED is not ON, check that the cable for the Ethernet connection... XP in the Networking Basics section of the network setup, including the network adapters. Note: The IP address of the DWL-7100AP Wireless Access Point. Go to configure the DWL-7100AP cannot access the Configuration menu. Check that the Ethernet LED on the network. The computer used to Start > Run > ...