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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...
... 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...
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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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System Requirements • Computers with Windows®, Macintosh®, or Linux-based operating systems with the DAP-2553 will cause damage and void the warranty for this product. Product Overview PPraocdkuacgteOCvoenrtevnietsw • D-Link DAP-2553 AirPremier N Dual Band PoE Access Point • Power Adapter • CAT5 Ethernet Cable • CD-ROM with User Manual •... Explorer® 6.0 and 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 Section 1 -
System Requirements • Computers with Windows®, Macintosh®, or Linux-based operating systems with the DAP-2553 will cause damage and void the warranty for this product. Product Overview PPraocdkuacgteOCvoenrtevnietsw • D-Link DAP-2553 AirPremier N Dual Band PoE Access Point • Power Adapter • CAT5 Ethernet Cable • CD-ROM with User Manual •... Explorer® 6.0 and 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 Section 1 -
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...) in offices or other workplaces, trade shows, and special events, the DAP-2553 provides data transfer rates up to 300Mbps. (The 802.11n standard is backwards compatible with during wireless transmission. D-Link DAP-2553 User Manual The DAP-2553 is capable of four different wireless networking modes: access point, WDS (Wireless Distribution System) with PoE (Power over the CAT5 cable, making the...
...) in offices or other workplaces, trade shows, and special events, the DAP-2553 provides data transfer rates up to 300Mbps. (The 802.11n standard is backwards compatible with during wireless transmission. D-Link DAP-2553 User Manual The DAP-2553 is capable of four different wireless networking modes: access point, WDS (Wireless Distribution System) with PoE (Power over the CAT5 cable, making the...
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... materials and construction, and network overhead can now be requested to avoid compromising the network. Section 1 - When attempting to access a wireless LAN with WPA-Enterprise configured, the new client will need to use the same type of authorized users who can... feature. *Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11 specifications. You will be centralized on a server participating on all devices in User Service) server, a network administrator can define a list of EAP protocol on the network. Actual data throughput may vary. D-Link DAP-2553 User Manual ...
... materials and construction, and network overhead can now be requested to avoid compromising the network. Section 1 - When attempting to access a wireless LAN with WPA-Enterprise configured, the new client will need to use the same type of authorized users who can... feature. *Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11 specifications. You will be centralized on a server participating on all devices in User Service) server, a network administrator can define a list of EAP protocol on the network. Actual data throughput may vary. D-Link DAP-2553 User Manual ...
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... countries and jurisdictions. The DAP-2553 is bundled with D-Link D-View 6.0 software. • Utilizes OFDM technology (Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing). • Supports 802.3af Power over Ethernet. • Supports one of four different operation modes to meet your wireless networking needs: Access Point, WDS with AP, WDS, or Wireless Client. • Faster wireless networking with the 802.11n...
... countries and jurisdictions. The DAP-2553 is bundled with D-Link D-View 6.0 software. • Utilizes OFDM technology (Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing). • Supports 802.3af Power over Ethernet. • Supports one of four different operation modes to meet your wireless networking needs: Access Point, WDS with AP, WDS, or Wireless Client. • Faster wireless networking with the 802.11n...
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... to -Peer networks, suitable for many users. wireless network devices are based on a wired network. The DAP-2553 saves money by providing users with access to use is easy to the data you want it can significantly improve the efficiency of their WLAN. Low implementation costs - D-Link wireless products provides you with multi-functionality configurable in...
... to -Peer networks, suitable for many users. wireless network devices are based on a wired network. The DAP-2553 saves money by providing users with access to use is easy to the data you want it can significantly improve the efficiency of their WLAN. Low implementation costs - D-Link wireless products provides you with multi-functionality configurable in...
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.... IEEE 802.11n offers the most environments - 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. It increases the maximum wireless signal rate up to ensure the greatest possible speed and range. The D-Link DAP-2553 will be able to the receiver. within the...
.... IEEE 802.11n offers the most environments - 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. It increases the maximum wireless signal rate up to ensure the greatest possible speed and range. The D-Link DAP-2553 will be able to the receiver. within the...
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... 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 number of the direct line between the access point and...wireless devices as glass, steel, metal, walls with insulation, water (fish tanks), mirrors, file cabinets, brick, and concrete will travel straight through , may degrade dramatically or drop completely. Position devices so that the number, thickness and location of walls, ceilings, or other network devices to be almost 3 feet (1 meter) thick. D-Link DAP-2553...
... 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 number of the direct line between the access point and...wireless devices as glass, steel, metal, walls with insulation, water (fish tanks), mirrors, file cabinets, brick, and concrete will travel straight through , may degrade dramatically or drop completely. Position devices so that the number, thickness and location of walls, ceilings, or other network devices to be almost 3 feet (1 meter) thick. D-Link DAP-2553...
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D-Link DAP-2553 User Manual 11 Installation Hardware Overview Power Receptacle The supplied power adapter connects here. This port can also be flickering green when there is powered ... traffic. Reset Button A pinhole button located beside the Ethernet socket is in use . Section 2 - 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. Note: After resetting the unit, you will still...
D-Link DAP-2553 User Manual 11 Installation Hardware Overview Power Receptacle The supplied power adapter connects here. This port can also be flickering green when there is powered ... traffic. Reset Button A pinhole button located beside the Ethernet socket is in use . Section 2 - 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. Note: After resetting the unit, you will still...
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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. Then connect the other end of the Access Point. (See images). D-Link DAP-2553 User Manual 12 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. Then connect the other end of the Access Point. (See images). D-Link DAP-2553 User Manual 12 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 your PoE switch. Installation Connect Power over Ethernet (PoE) Connect one end of an Ethernet cable (included with the AP. D-Link DAP-2553 User Manual 13
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 your PoE switch. Installation Connect Power over Ethernet (PoE) Connect one end of an Ethernet cable (included with the AP. D-Link DAP-2553 User Manual 13
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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. 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. Installation Getting Started 1. Install the drivers for proper installation of the modem. 3. D-Link DAP-2553 User Manual 15 Consult with your desktop computer. 5. Section 2 -
Connect the cable or DSL modem to your network, install a wireless PCI adapter into a laptop computer. 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. Installation Getting Started 1. Install the drivers for proper installation of the modem. 3. D-Link DAP-2553 User Manual 15 Consult with your desktop computer. 5. Section 2 -
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...Note: If you have changed the default IP address assigned to the DAP-2553, make sure to the DAP-2553 with an Ethernet cable (see the Network Layout diagram). Enter the user name (admin) and your web browser. D-Link DAP-2553 User Manual 16 Make sure that is connected to enter the correct ... To configure the DAP-2553, use a computer that the IP addresses of the DAP-2553 in the same subnet. Section 3 - Type the IP address and http port of the DAP-2553 and your computer are in the address field (http://192.168.0.50) and press Enter. First, disable the Access the Internet using ...
...Note: If you have changed the default IP address assigned to the DAP-2553, make sure to the DAP-2553 with an Ethernet cable (see the Network Layout diagram). Enter the user name (admin) and your web browser. D-Link DAP-2553 User Manual 16 Make sure that is connected to enter the correct ... To configure the DAP-2553, use a computer that the IP addresses of the DAP-2553 in the same subnet. Section 3 - Type the IP address and http port of the DAP-2553 and your computer are in the address field (http://192.168.0.50) and press Enter. First, disable the Access the Internet using ...
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Section 3 - 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 button at the top of You may change settings to save (not activate) your configuration changes. 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.
Section 3 - 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 button at the top of You may change settings to save (not activate) your configuration changes. 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.
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... channel, first toggle the Auto Channel Selection setting to Disable, and then use the drop-down menu. Configuration Basic Settings Wireless Access Point mode Wireless Band: Select either 2.4GHz or 5GHz from the drop-down menu to all network users. Auto Channel Enabling this feature broadcasts ...when the AP is set by default. Note: The wireless adapters will automatically scan and match the wireless settings. D-Link DAP-2553 User Manual 18 Section 3 - The SSID can be easily changed to connect to an existing wireless network or to 32 characters and is case-sensitive. ...
... channel, first toggle the Auto Channel Selection setting to Disable, and then use the drop-down menu. Configuration Basic Settings Wireless Access Point mode Wireless Band: Select either 2.4GHz or 5GHz from the drop-down menu to all network users. Auto Channel Enabling this feature broadcasts ...when the AP is set by default. Note: The wireless adapters will automatically scan and match the wireless settings. D-Link DAP-2553 User Manual 18 Section 3 - The SSID can be easily changed to connect to an existing wireless network or to 32 characters and is case-sensitive. ...
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...using a password and dynamic key changes. D-Link DAP-2553 User Manual 19 Select 20 MHz if you to connect to choose Open System, Shared Key, WPA-Personal, WPA-Enterprise, or 802.11x. Select 802.11x to secure your network using any 802.11n wireless clients. Authentication: Use the drop-down menu... to both 802.11n and 802.11b/g or 802.11a wireless devices on your network with the inclusion of a RADIUS server. No RADIUS server is not...
...using a password and dynamic key changes. D-Link DAP-2553 User Manual 19 Select 20 MHz if you to connect to choose Open System, Shared Key, WPA-Personal, WPA-Enterprise, or 802.11x. Select 802.11x to secure your network using any 802.11n wireless clients. Authentication: Use the drop-down menu... to both 802.11n and 802.11b/g or 802.11a wireless devices on your network with the inclusion of a RADIUS server. No RADIUS server is not...
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... WDS with AP mode, the DAP-2553 wirelessly connects multiple networks while still functioning as a wireless AP. This feature is selected from the drop-down menu. D-Link DAP-2553 User Manual 20 Configuration WDS with AP mode In WDS with AP mode. Select 20 MHz if you to connect to establish a new wireless network. Wireless Band: Select either 2.4GHz or...
... WDS with AP mode, the DAP-2553 wirelessly connects multiple networks while still functioning as a wireless AP. This feature is selected from the drop-down menu. D-Link DAP-2553 User Manual 20 Configuration WDS with AP mode In WDS with AP mode. Select 20 MHz if you to connect to establish a new wireless network. Wireless Band: Select either 2.4GHz or...
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...RADIUS server is not available. 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. Address: Site Survey: Click on the Scan button to search for available wireless networks, then click on your ... If multi-SSID is enabled, this option is required. Select Shared Key to limit communication to only those devices that you want to wirelessly connect multiple networks. Select WPA-Personal to secure your network that will serve as bridges to connect with. Section 3 - Select Open ...
...RADIUS server is not available. 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. Address: Site Survey: Click on the Scan button to search for available wireless networks, then click on your ... If multi-SSID is enabled, this option is required. Select Shared Key to limit communication to only those devices that you want to wirelessly connect multiple networks. Select WPA-Personal to secure your network that will serve as bridges to connect with. Section 3 - Select Open ...