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Contents Package Contents 3 Introduction 4 Wireless Basics 6 Hardware Overview 8 Getting Started in AP Mode 9 Getting Started in Client Mode 10 Getting Started in Router Mode 11 Using the Configuration Utility in AP Mode 12 Using the Configuration Utility in AP Client Mode 24 Using the Configuration Utility in Router Mode 35 Networking Basics 60 Technical Specifications 73 Contacting Technical Support 76 Warranty and Registration 77 2
Contents Package Contents 3 Introduction 4 Wireless Basics 6 Hardware Overview 8 Getting Started in AP Mode 9 Getting Started in Client Mode 10 Getting Started in Router Mode 11 Using the Configuration Utility in AP Mode 12 Using the Configuration Utility in AP Client Mode 24 Using the Configuration Utility in Router Mode 35 Networking Basics 60 Technical Specifications 73 Contacting Technical Support 76 Warranty and Registration 77 2
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... as a portable access point, AP client or router. The DWL-G730AP is also compatible with pocket-size convenience and portability. The D-Link AirPlusTM G DWL-G730AP Wireless Pocket Router/AP is an 802.11g high-performance, wireless device that is capable of network traffic, buildng materials and construction, and network overhead lower actual data throughput rate." 4 Carry it along with other D-Link AirPlus G products, and can...
... as a portable access point, AP client or router. The DWL-G730AP is also compatible with pocket-size convenience and portability. The D-Link AirPlusTM G DWL-G730AP Wireless Pocket Router/AP is an 802.11g high-performance, wireless device that is capable of network traffic, buildng materials and construction, and network overhead lower actual data throughput rate." 4 Carry it along with other D-Link AirPlus G products, and can...
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... A solid light indicates that the wireless segment is the connection for Ethernet cables to a good power source. Rear Panel Reset Button: Used to select AP, client, or router mode. Receptor for Power Adapter LAN Port This is ready. Mode Selection Switch: Used to restore default ...settings. LAN LED: Solid indicates an Ethernet connection. When in Router mode, this port functions as a WAN port. 8 This LED blinks during wireless data transmission...
... A solid light indicates that the wireless segment is the connection for Ethernet cables to a good power source. Rear Panel Reset Button: Used to select AP, client, or router mode. Receptor for Power Adapter LAN Port This is ready. Mode Selection Switch: Used to restore default ...settings. LAN LED: Solid indicates an Ethernet connection. When in Router mode, this port functions as a WAN port. 8 This LED blinks during wireless data transmission...
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in client mode) to your router.) Connect the D-Link AirPlus G DWL-G730AP (in Client mode An Example of a Wireless Infrastructure Network 1 2 3 4 Please remember that D-Link AirPlus G wireless devices are pre-configured to connect together, right out of the modem Connect the Cable or DSL modem to your broadband router (see the Quick Installation Guide included with your laptop. (See the Quick Installation Guide...
in client mode) to your router.) Connect the D-Link AirPlus G DWL-G730AP (in Client mode An Example of a Wireless Infrastructure Network 1 2 3 4 Please remember that D-Link AirPlus G wireless devices are pre-configured to connect together, right out of the modem Connect the Cable or DSL modem to your broadband router (see the Quick Installation Guide included with your laptop. (See the Quick Installation Guide...
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...address range for your network. Disabled is the default setting. Starting IP Address: If you have enabled the DHCP function of the DWL-G730AP. DHCP Client Table: Lists the devices on the network, you have enabled the DHCP server function, enter the starting point of the...addresses to automatically assign dynamic IP addresses on your network that are receiving dynamic IP addresses from the DWL-G730AP. 17 If you want to use the DWL-G730AP as a DHCP server, to the devices in AP Mode (continued) Home > DHCP DHCP Server: Select Enabled or Disabled. Ending IP Address: Enter the ending...
...address range for your network. Disabled is the default setting. Starting IP Address: If you have enabled the DHCP function of the DWL-G730AP. DHCP Client Table: Lists the devices on the network, you have enabled the DHCP server function, enter the starting point of the...addresses to automatically assign dynamic IP addresses on your network that are receiving dynamic IP addresses from the DWL-G730AP. 17 If you want to use the DWL-G730AP as a DHCP server, to the devices in AP Mode (continued) Home > DHCP DHCP Server: Select Enabled or Disabled. Ending IP Address: Enter the ending...
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... is the default setting. (High traffic networks should use the same SSID to synchronize a wireless network. Limiting antenna power can be useful for the network. SSID is a common technique for detecting...Mode to 2346. Fragmentation: This value should remain at its default setting of 256 to include only 802.11g devices in your fragmentation threshold within the value range of 2432. Default (100) is a countdown informing clients.... Using the Configuration Utility in AP Mode (continued) Advanced > Performance Beacon Interval: Beacons are recommended.
... is the default setting. (High traffic networks should use the same SSID to synchronize a wireless network. Limiting antenna power can be useful for the network. SSID is a common technique for detecting...Mode to 2346. Fragmentation: This value should remain at its default setting of 256 to include only 802.11g devices in your fragmentation threshold within the value range of 2432. Default (100) is a countdown informing clients.... Using the Configuration Utility in AP Mode (continued) Advanced > Performance Beacon Interval: Beacons are recommended.
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The default setting is Disabled MAC Filters. MAC Filter List: This list will display the MAC addresses that are in AP Mode (continued) Advanced > Filters Use MAC Filters to allow or deny wireless clients (identified by their MAC addresses) access to the router (Connected PCs). Using the Configuration Utility in the selected 19 You can manually add a MAC address or select the MAC address from the list of clients that are currently connected to the DWL-G730AP.
The default setting is Disabled MAC Filters. MAC Filter List: This list will display the MAC addresses that are in AP Mode (continued) Advanced > Filters Use MAC Filters to allow or deny wireless clients (identified by their MAC addresses) access to the router (Connected PCs). Using the Configuration Utility in the selected 19 You can manually add a MAC address or select the MAC address from the list of clients that are currently connected to the DWL-G730AP.
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... to the Quick Installation Guide for more information regarding the Setup Wizard. 24 Using the Configuration Utility in AP Client Mode Whenever you have changed the default IP address assigned to the DWL-G730AP, make sure to enter the correct IP address. Type admin in the User Name field Leave...
... to the Quick Installation Guide for more information regarding the Setup Wizard. 24 Using the Configuration Utility in AP Client Mode Whenever you have changed the default IP address assigned to the DWL-G730AP, make sure to enter the correct IP address. Type admin in the User Name field Leave...
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... one you wish to select Wi-Fi Protected Access without a RADIUS server. Using the Configuration Utility in AP Client Mode (continued) Home > Wireless SSID- The SSID can be easily changed to connect to an existing wireless network or to 4 WEP keys; All devices on the network must share the same channel. (Note: The...
... one you wish to select Wi-Fi Protected Access without a RADIUS server. Using the Configuration Utility in AP Client Mode (continued) Home > Wireless SSID- The SSID can be easily changed to connect to an existing wireless network or to 4 WEP keys; All devices on the network must share the same channel. (Note: The...
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...share the same channel. (Note: The wireless adapters will automatically scan and match the wireless setting.) Wireless Mode- Authentication- Select Open System, Shared Key or WPA-PSK When WPA-PSK is selected fill in AP Client Mode (continued) Home > Wireless > WPA-PSK SSIDService Set Identifi...er (SSID) is the name designated for a specific wirelesslocal area network (WLAN). Apply: Click Apply to establish a new wireless network. Confirmed Passphrase: Con...
...share the same channel. (Note: The wireless adapters will automatically scan and match the wireless setting.) Wireless Mode- Authentication- Select Open System, Shared Key or WPA-PSK When WPA-PSK is selected fill in AP Client Mode (continued) Home > Wireless > WPA-PSK SSIDService Set Identifi...er (SSID) is the name designated for a specific wirelesslocal area network (WLAN). Apply: Click Apply to establish a new wireless network. Confirmed Passphrase: Con...
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... IP address of the Domain Name Server. 27 Using the Configuration Utility in AP Client Mode (continued) Home > LAN LAN is 255.255.255.0 The IP address of the router. The default subnet mask is short for the DWL-G730AP. The IP address of the LAN interface. You may be seen on the Internet...
... IP address of the Domain Name Server. 27 Using the Configuration Utility in AP Client Mode (continued) Home > LAN LAN is 255.255.255.0 The IP address of the router. The default subnet mask is short for the DWL-G730AP. The IP address of the LAN interface. You may be seen on the Internet...
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... Type: Short Preamble is the default setting. (High traffic networks should use the same SSID to synchronize a wireless network. Setting the fragmentation threshold too low may slightly increase your fragmentation threshold within the value range of 2432. TX ...: (Delivery Traffic Indication Message) Enter a value between the access point and the wireless network adapters. Specify a beacon interval value. Using the Configuration Utility in AP Client Mode (continued) Advanced > Performance Beacon Interval: Beacons are recommended. SSID Broadcast: (Service Set ...
... Type: Short Preamble is the default setting. (High traffic networks should use the same SSID to synchronize a wireless network. Setting the fragmentation threshold too low may slightly increase your fragmentation threshold within the value range of 2432. TX ...: (Delivery Traffic Indication Message) Enter a value between the access point and the wireless network adapters. Specify a beacon interval value. Using the Configuration Utility in AP Client Mode (continued) Advanced > Performance Beacon Interval: Beacons are recommended. SSID Broadcast: (Service Set ...
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Enter the password again. 29 Using the Configuration Utility in AP Client Mode (continued) Tools > Admin Administrator Settings New Password- Confirm Password- Enter the password.
Enter the password again. 29 Using the Configuration Utility in AP Client Mode (continued) Tools > Admin Administrator Settings New Password- Confirm Password- Enter the password.
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... find the settings, then click Load Restore to Local Hard Drive- Save Settings to Factory Default Settings- Using the Configuration Utility in AP Client Mode (continued) Tools > System The current system settings can be used. Click Restore to be saved as a file onto the local hard drive. To reload...
... find the settings, then click Load Restore to Local Hard Drive- Save Settings to Factory Default Settings- Using the Configuration Utility in AP Client Mode (continued) Tools > System The current system settings can be used. Click Restore to be saved as a file onto the local hard drive. To reload...
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Browse- After you have downloaded the new firmware, click Browse in this screen to your hard drive. Check the D-Link support site for the update. Firmware Upgrade- Click Apply to your hard drive. Click on your hard drive, click Browse to browse the local ... there is on the local hard drive of the router here. Make sure the firmware you want to locate the firmware update on the link in this window to use is updated firmware; Using the Configuration Utility in AP Client Mode (continued) Tools > Firmware You can upgrade the fi...
Browse- After you have downloaded the new firmware, click Browse in this screen to your hard drive. Check the D-Link support site for the update. Firmware Upgrade- Click Apply to your hard drive. Click on your hard drive, click Browse to browse the local ... there is on the local hard drive of the router here. Make sure the firmware you want to locate the firmware update on the link in this window to use is updated firmware; Using the Configuration Utility in AP Client Mode (continued) Tools > Firmware You can upgrade the fi...
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Using the Configuration Utility in AP Client Mode (continued) Status > Device Info This screen displays the current firmware version, and the current wireless and Ethernet settings of the DWL-G730AP. 32
Using the Configuration Utility in AP Client Mode (continued) Status > Device Info This screen displays the current firmware version, and the current wireless and Ethernet settings of the DWL-G730AP. 32
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The traffic counter will reset if the device is rebooted. 33 Here you can view the amount of packets that pass through the DWL-G730AP on both the Ethernet and the wireless networks. Using the Configuration Utility in AP Client Mode (continued) Status > Stats This screen displays theTraffic Statistics.
The traffic counter will reset if the device is rebooted. 33 Here you can view the amount of packets that pass through the DWL-G730AP on both the Ethernet and the wireless networks. Using the Configuration Utility in AP Client Mode (continued) Status > Stats This screen displays theTraffic Statistics.
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Using the Configuration Utility in AP Client Mode (continued) Help The Help menu is displayed here. Click on a topic to learn more about it. 34
Using the Configuration Utility in AP Client Mode (continued) Help The Help menu is displayed here. Click on a topic to learn more about it. 34
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...load the proper TCP/IP settings provided by setting their TCP/IP settings to the requesting computer. The DHCP server will be DHCP clients by the DWL-G730AP. Select Enabled or Disabled. The length of the IP address pool. Select Enabled or Disabled. To copy the MAC address into ...pull-down list and click the Clone button. 40 The ending IP address for Dynamic Host Control Protocol. Using the Configuration Utility in Router Mode (continued) Home > DHCP DHCP stands for the DHCP server's IP assignment. Be sure to assign some Static IP addresses via specific...
...load the proper TCP/IP settings provided by setting their TCP/IP settings to the requesting computer. The DHCP server will be DHCP clients by the DWL-G730AP. Select Enabled or Disabled. The length of the IP address pool. Select Enabled or Disabled. To copy the MAC address into ...pull-down list and click the Clone button. 40 The ending IP address for Dynamic Host Control Protocol. Using the Configuration Utility in Router Mode (continued) Home > DHCP DHCP stands for the DHCP server's IP assignment. Be sure to assign some Static IP addresses via specific...
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Click Clear to enter the MAC address into the list. Select the DHCP Client from accessing the network. Enter a name for the device. Click Apply to the network. Enter the MAC address manually. Allow only those devices with the listed MAC addresses access to save the changes. 47 Using the Configuration Utility in Router Mode (continued) Advanced > Filters > MAC Filters Disable MAC Filters: Allow: Deny: Name: Clear: MAC Address: Clone: Apply: Click to Disable MAC Filters. Deny the devices that are listed from the pull-down list and click Clone to erase the name.
Click Clear to enter the MAC address into the list. Select the DHCP Client from accessing the network. Enter a name for the device. Click Apply to the network. Enter the MAC address manually. Allow only those devices with the listed MAC addresses access to save the changes. 47 Using the Configuration Utility in Router Mode (continued) Advanced > Filters > MAC Filters Disable MAC Filters: Allow: Deny: Name: Clear: MAC Address: Clone: Apply: Click to Disable MAC Filters. Deny the devices that are listed from the pull-down list and click Clone to erase the name.