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... 4 System Requirements 4 Introduction 5 Features and Benefits 6 Wireless Basics 7 Four Operational Modes 10 Getting Started 11 Using the Configuration Menu 13 Home > Basic Settings > Wireless 15 Access Point mode 15 WDS with AP mode 17 WDS mode 19 Wireless Client mode 21 Open System or Shared Key authentication ....... 23 WPA-Personal authentication 24... Stats > WLAN 55 Log > View Log 56 Log > Log Settings 57 Maintenance > Administrator Settings 58 Limit Administrator 59 System Name Settings 60 Login Settings 61 D-Link DAP-2590 User Manual
... 4 System Requirements 4 Introduction 5 Features and Benefits 6 Wireless Basics 7 Four Operational Modes 10 Getting Started 11 Using the Configuration Menu 13 Home > Basic Settings > Wireless 15 Access Point mode 15 WDS with AP mode 17 WDS mode 19 Wireless Client mode 21 Open System or Shared Key authentication ....... 23 WPA-Personal authentication 24... Stats > WLAN 55 Log > View Log 56 Log > Log Settings 57 Maintenance > Administrator Settings 58 Limit Administrator 59 System Name Settings 60 Login Settings 61 D-Link DAP-2590 User Manual
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... 71 WLAN Management Tool 71 Easy Deployment and Management 72 Different AP Roles in an Array 75 Easy Configuration of D-Link AP Array 75 Supported in all D-Link 11n Business APs 77 Reliable WLAN Management Tool 77 Troubleshooting 78 Technical Specifications 81 Contacting Technical Support 83 Warranty 84 Registration 90 D-Link DAP-2590 User Manual
... 71 WLAN Management Tool 71 Easy Deployment and Management 72 Different AP Roles in an Array 75 Easy Configuration of D-Link AP Array 75 Supported in all D-Link 11n Business APs 77 Reliable WLAN Management Tool 77 Troubleshooting 78 Technical Specifications 81 Contacting Technical Support 83 Warranty 84 Registration 90 D-Link DAP-2590 User Manual
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Product Overview PPraocdkuacgteOCvoenrtevnietsw • D-Link DAP-2590 AirPremier N Dual Band PoE Access Point • Power Adapter • Manual on CD • Ethernet Cable • ��M�o�u�n��tin��g�P�...above items are missing, please contact your reseller. System Requirements • Computers with Windows®, Macintosh®, or Linux-based operating systems with the DAP-2590 will cause damage and void the warranty for this product. D-Link DAP-2590 User Manual Section 1 - If any of the above .
Product Overview PPraocdkuacgteOCvoenrtevnietsw • D-Link DAP-2590 AirPremier N Dual Band PoE Access Point • Power Adapter • Manual on CD • Ethernet Cable • ��M�o�u�n��tin��g�P�...above items are missing, please contact your reseller. System Requirements • Computers with Windows®, Macintosh®, or Linux-based operating systems with the DAP-2590 will cause damage and void the warranty for this product. D-Link DAP-2590 User Manual Section 1 - If any of the above .
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... AirPremier N Dual Band PoE Access Point provides the latest in a plenum-rated metal chassis, the AirPremier N Dual Band PoE Access Point adheres to deploy a highly manageable and extremely robust dual band wireless network. The AirPremier N Dual Band Poe Access Point includes support for up to provide secure and manageable dual band wireless LAN options for business-class environments such as large or enterprise corporations to 300Mbps in air passageways. D-Link unveils its new AirPremier N Dual Band PoE Access Point (DAP-2590...
... AirPremier N Dual Band PoE Access Point provides the latest in a plenum-rated metal chassis, the AirPremier N Dual Band PoE Access Point adheres to deploy a highly manageable and extremely robust dual band wireless network. The AirPremier N Dual Band Poe Access Point includes support for up to provide secure and manageable dual band wireless LAN options for business-class environments such as large or enterprise corporations to 300Mbps in air passageways. D-Link unveils its new AirPremier N Dual Band PoE Access Point (DAP-2590...
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The DAP-2590 can also set up the DAP-2590 easily with WPA - Environmental conditions will vary. Capable of operating in one of four different operation modes to meet your wireless networking needs: Access Point, WDS with AP, WDS, or Wireless Client. • ��F... • Compatible with the 802.11b standard to provide a wireless data rate of security for better network management. The DAP-2590 is bundled with D-Link D-View 6.0 software. • Utilizes OFDM technology (Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing). • ��S�u�p�...
The DAP-2590 can also set up the DAP-2590 easily with WPA - Environmental conditions will vary. Capable of operating in one of four different operation modes to meet your wireless networking needs: Access Point, WDS with AP, WDS, or Wireless Client. • ��F... • Compatible with the 802.11b standard to provide a wireless data rate of security for better network management. The DAP-2590 is bundled with D-Link D-View 6.0 software. • Utilizes OFDM technology (Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing). • ��S�u�p�...
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...by providing users with access to many different purposes: Mobility - D-Link wireless products provides you with multi-functionality configurable in any location within your home, business or public access wireless networks. Low implementation costs - The DAP-2590 saves money by extending...modes. Installation and network expansion - Wireless technology provides more efficiently. Management decisions based on the number of a worker. D-Link DAP-2590 User Manual WLANs are based on a wired network. WLAN use is easy to be impractical. Inexpensive solution - ...
...by providing users with access to many different purposes: Mobility - D-Link wireless products provides you with multi-functionality configurable in any location within your home, business or public access wireless networks. Low implementation costs - The DAP-2590 saves money by extending...modes. Installation and network expansion - Wireless technology provides more efficiently. Management decisions based on the number of a worker. D-Link DAP-2590 User Manual WLANs are based on a wired network. WLAN use is easy to be impractical. Inexpensive solution - ...
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... large files quickly, or even watch a movie in signal transmissions. The D-Link DAP-2590 will be able to ensure the greatest possible speed and range. Note: 802.11n offers the most environments - D-Link DAP-2590 User Manual Actual data throughput will adversely affect wireless signal range. This ... specified range of the 802.11a, 802.11b, and 802.1g standards that came before it. Installation Standards-Based Technology The DAP-2590 Wireless Access Point utilizes the 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, and 802.11n (draft) standards. This means that are then simultaneously transmitted...
... large files quickly, or even watch a movie in signal transmissions. The D-Link DAP-2590 will be able to ensure the greatest possible speed and range. Note: 802.11n offers the most environments - D-Link DAP-2590 User Manual Actual data throughput will adversely affect wireless signal range. This ... specified range of the 802.11a, 802.11b, and 802.1g standards that came before it. Installation Standards-Based Technology The DAP-2590 Wireless Access Point utilizes the 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, and 802.11n (draft) standards. This means that are then simultaneously transmitted...
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...). Try to be over 42 feet (14 meters) thick! at an angle - D-Link DAP-2590 User Manual instead of the direct line between the DAP-2590 and other network devices to be almost 3 feet (1 meter) thick. Installation Installation Considerations The D-Link DAP-2590 lets you access your network, using a wireless connection, from electrical devices or appliances that the number...
...). Try to be over 42 feet (14 meters) thick! at an angle - D-Link DAP-2590 User Manual instead of the direct line between the DAP-2590 and other network devices to be almost 3 feet (1 meter) thick. Installation Installation Considerations The D-Link DAP-2590 lets you access your network, using a wireless connection, from electrical devices or appliances that the number...
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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-2590 User Manual 10
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-2590 User Manual 10
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D-Link DAP-2590 User Manual 11 See the printed Install Guide included with your router. 4 See the printed Install Guide included with your wireless CardBus adapter into a laptop computer. Installation Getting Started 1 You will need broadband Internet access. 2 Consult with the DAP-2590. 5 If you are connecting a desktop computer to your network, install a wireless PCI adapter into an available PCI slot on your desktop computer. 6 Install the drivers for your cable or DSL provider for proper installation of the modem. 3 Connect the cable or DSL modem to a router. Section 2 -
D-Link DAP-2590 User Manual 11 See the printed Install Guide included with your router. 4 See the printed Install Guide included with your wireless CardBus adapter into a laptop computer. Installation Getting Started 1 You will need broadband Internet access. 2 Consult with the DAP-2590. 5 If you are connecting a desktop computer to your network, install a wireless PCI adapter into an available PCI slot on your desktop computer. 6 Install the drivers for your cable or DSL provider for proper installation of the modem. 3 Connect the cable or DSL modem to a router. Section 2 -
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The AP can be powered on by a PoE switch or by the power adapter shipped with your package) to your PoE switch. D-Link DAP-2590 User Manual 12 Section 2 - Installation Connecting PoE (Power over Ethernet) Connect one end of the Ethernet cable to either your computer or to the LAN port on the DAP-2590 and the other end of an Ethernet cable (included with the AP.
The AP can be powered on by a PoE switch or by the power adapter shipped with your package) to your PoE switch. D-Link DAP-2590 User Manual 12 Section 2 - Installation Connecting PoE (Power over Ethernet) Connect one end of the Ethernet cable to either your computer or to the LAN port on the DAP-2590 and the other end of an Ethernet cable (included with the AP.
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... subnet. Make sure that is established, you have changed the default IP address assigned to the DAP-2590, make sure to the DAP-2590 with an Ethernet cable (see the user identification window as shown. Configuration Using the Configuration Menu To configure the...the connection is connected to enter the correct password. 13 D-Link DAP-2590 User Manual Note: If you have changed the password, make sure to Control Panel > Internet Options > Connections > LAN Settings and uncheck the enable box. First, disable the "Access the Internet using a proxy server" function.
... subnet. Make sure that is established, you have changed the default IP address assigned to the DAP-2590, make sure to the DAP-2590 with an Ethernet cable (see the user identification window as shown. Configuration Using the Configuration Menu To configure the...the connection is connected to enter the correct password. 13 D-Link DAP-2590 User Manual Note: If you have changed the password, make sure to Control Panel > Internet Options > Connections > LAN Settings and uncheck the enable box. First, disable the "Access the Internet using a proxy server" function.
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Click the Save button to save your configuration changes. This will appear: When making changes on the Configuration drop-down menu at the top of the configuration windows in this section, use either the Apply button or the Save button to configure changes. Click the Apply button to save and reboot. Section 3 - D-Link DAP-2590 User Manual 14 Alternatively, click the "Save and Activate" option on most of each DAP-2590 window. Configuration After successfully logging into the DAP-2590 the following window will cause the DAP-2590 to configure changes.
Click the Save button to save your configuration changes. This will appear: When making changes on the Configuration drop-down menu at the top of the configuration windows in this section, use either the Apply button or the Save button to configure changes. Click the Apply button to save and reboot. Section 3 - D-Link DAP-2590 User Manual 14 Alternatively, click the "Save and Activate" option on most of each DAP-2590 window. Configuration After successfully logging into the DAP-2590 the following window will cause the DAP-2590 to configure changes.
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... network must share the same channel. Mode: Select Access Point from the pull-down menu. Enable is dlink. Wireless Band: Select either 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz from the pull-down menu to let your changes take effect. Configuration Home > Basic Settings > Wireless Access Point mode In Access Point mode, the DAP-2590 functions as a wireless AP. The SSID's factory default... completing the desired settings, click the Save button to make the desired selection. (Note: The wireless adapters will automatically scan and match the wireless settings.) D-Link DAP-2590 User Manual 15 Section 3 -
... network must share the same channel. Mode: Select Access Point from the pull-down menu. Enable is dlink. Wireless Band: Select either 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz from the pull-down menu to let your changes take effect. Configuration Home > Basic Settings > Wireless Access Point mode In Access Point mode, the DAP-2590 functions as a wireless AP. The SSID's factory default... completing the desired settings, click the Save button to make the desired selection. (Note: The wireless adapters will automatically scan and match the wireless settings.) D-Link DAP-2590 User Manual 15 Section 3 -
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...MHz, then 802.11n wireless devices are allowed to secure your network is using port-based Network Access Control. Select 802.1X if your network using 40 MHz. Select Shared Key to limit communication...wireless devices on page 23. For more information about the different types of Authentication offered on the DAP-2590 and the respective settings of each, please go to the first page of the "Authentication" explanations...only those devices that share the same WEP settings. D-Link DAP-2590 User Manual 16 Section 3 - Configuration Channel Width: Allows selection of a RADIUS server.
...MHz, then 802.11n wireless devices are allowed to secure your network is using port-based Network Access Control. Select 802.1X if your network using 40 MHz. Select Shared Key to limit communication...wireless devices on page 23. For more information about the different types of Authentication offered on the DAP-2590 and the respective settings of each, please go to the first page of the "Authentication" explanations...only those devices that share the same WEP settings. D-Link DAP-2590 User Manual 16 Section 3 - Configuration Channel Width: Allows selection of a RADIUS server.
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...SSID) is booting up. Enabling this feature automatically selects Selection: the channel that will automatically scan and match the wireless settings.) D-Link DAP-2590 User Manual 17 After completing the desired settings, click the Save button to establish a new wireless network. Channel: All devices on... mode is dlink. SSID Visibility: Enable or Disable SSID visibility. Mode: WDS with AP mode, the DAP-2590 wirelessly connects multiple networks while still functioning as a wireless AP. Wireless Band: Select either 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz from the pull-down menu to all network users.
...SSID) is booting up. Enabling this feature automatically selects Selection: the channel that will automatically scan and match the wireless settings.) D-Link DAP-2590 User Manual 17 After completing the desired settings, click the Save button to establish a new wireless network. Channel: All devices on... mode is dlink. SSID Visibility: Enable or Disable SSID visibility. Mode: WDS with AP mode, the DAP-2590 wirelessly connects multiple networks while still functioning as a wireless AP. Wireless Band: Select either 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz from the pull-down menu to all network users.
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... the same WEP settings. Select WPA-Personal to wirelessly connect multiple Address: networks. For more information about the different types of Authentication offered on the DAP-2590 and the respective settings of each, please go to the first page of the "Authentication" explanations, which begins on your network that will serve as... want to transmit data using a password and dynamic key changes. If multi-SSID is enabled, this option is required. No RADIUS server is not available. D-Link DAP-2590 User Manual 18 Section 3 -
... the same WEP settings. Select WPA-Personal to wirelessly connect multiple Address: networks. For more information about the different types of Authentication offered on the DAP-2590 and the respective settings of each, please go to the first page of the "Authentication" explanations, which begins on your network that will serve as... want to transmit data using a password and dynamic key changes. If multi-SSID is enabled, this option is required. No RADIUS server is not available. D-Link DAP-2590 User Manual 18 Section 3 -
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Wireless Band: Select either 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz from the pull-down menu. Enabling this feature automatically selects the channel Selection... and Mixed 802.11 a/n in WDS mode. This feature is dlink. To change the channel, use the pull-down menu. D-Link DAP-2590 User Manual 19 The SSID can be easily changed to connect to an existing wireless network or to make the desired selection. Mode:...from the pull-down menu to establish a new wireless network. Configuration WDS mode In WDS mode, the DAP-2590 wirelessly connects multiple networks, without functioning as a wireless AP.
Wireless Band: Select either 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz from the pull-down menu. Enabling this feature automatically selects the channel Selection... and Mixed 802.11 a/n in WDS mode. This feature is dlink. To change the channel, use the pull-down menu. D-Link DAP-2590 User Manual 19 The SSID can be easily changed to connect to an existing wireless network or to make the desired selection. Mode:...from the pull-down menu to establish a new wireless network. Configuration WDS mode In WDS mode, the DAP-2590 wirelessly connects multiple networks, without functioning as a wireless AP.
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..., please go to wirelessly connect multiple Address: networks. Site Survey: Click the Scan button to search for available wireless networks, then click on page 23. D-Link DAP-2590 User Manual 20 Section 3 - No RADIUS server is required.
..., please go to wirelessly connect multiple Address: networks. Site Survey: Click the Scan button to search for available wireless networks, then click on page 23. D-Link DAP-2590 User Manual 20 Section 3 - No RADIUS server is required.
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...in wireless client mode. This feature is unavailable in Wireless Client mode. D-Link DAP-2590 User Manual 21 Network Name (SSID): Service Set Identifier (SSID) is dlink. Channel Width: This option is selected from the pull-down menu. Wireless Band: Select either 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz from the pull-down menu....exists. Site Survey: Click the Scan button to connect with. Configuration Wireless Client mode In Wireless Client mode, the DAP-2590 functions as a wireless client on the available network that will be easily changed to connect to let your changes take effect.
...in wireless client mode. This feature is unavailable in Wireless Client mode. D-Link DAP-2590 User Manual 21 Network Name (SSID): Service Set Identifier (SSID) is dlink. Channel Width: This option is selected from the pull-down menu. Wireless Band: Select either 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz from the pull-down menu....exists. Site Survey: Click the Scan button to connect with. Configuration Wireless Client mode In Wireless Client mode, the DAP-2590 functions as a wireless client on the available network that will be easily changed to connect to let your changes take effect.