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DWL-2700AP User's Manual Table of Contents Table of Contents Package Contents ...4 Minimum System Requirements 4 Introduction ...5 Features and Benefits...7 Wireless Basics...8 Three Operational Modes ...11 Getting Started ...12 Using the Configuration Menu 14 Home > Wizard ...15 Home > Wireless > Access Point 16 Home > Wireless > Access Point (WEP 18 Home > Wireless > Access Point (802.1x 19 Home > Wireless > Access Point (WPA-EAP/WPA2-EAP 20...
DWL-2700AP User's Manual Table of Contents Table of Contents Package Contents ...4 Minimum System Requirements 4 Introduction ...5 Features and Benefits...7 Wireless Basics...8 Three Operational Modes ...11 Getting Started ...12 Using the Configuration Menu 14 Home > Wizard ...15 Home > Wireless > Access Point 16 Home > Wireless > Access Point (WEP 18 Home > Wireless > Access Point (802.1x 19 Home > Wireless > Access Point (WPA-EAP/WPA2-EAP 20...
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DWL-2700AP User's Manual Advanced > Multi-SSID 43 Advanced > System Log 45 Tools > Admin ...46 Tools > System ...47 Tools > Firmware ...48 Tools > Cfg File ...49 Tools > Cfg File > Choose File 50 Tools > Misc...51 Status > Device Info ...52 Status > Stats...53 Status > Indication ...54 Status > Client Info ...55 Help ...56 Using the AP Manager ...57 Networking Basics ...92 Troubleshooting ...108 Technical Specifications ...114 Technical Support ...117 Warranty ...118 Registration ...122 D-Link Systems, Inc. 3
DWL-2700AP User's Manual Advanced > Multi-SSID 43 Advanced > System Log 45 Tools > Admin ...46 Tools > System ...47 Tools > Firmware ...48 Tools > Cfg File ...49 Tools > Cfg File > Choose File 50 Tools > Misc...51 Status > Device Info ...52 Status > Stats...53 Status > Indication ...54 Status > Client Info ...55 Help ...56 Using the AP Manager ...57 Networking Basics ...92 Troubleshooting ...108 Technical Specifications ...114 Technical Support ...117 Warranty ...118 Registration ...122 D-Link Systems, Inc. 3
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...; Computers with Windows®, Macintosh®, or Linux-based operating systems with the DWL-2700AP will cause damage and void the warranty for this product. If any of the above D-Link Systems, Inc. 4 DWL-2700AP User's Manual Package Contents Package Contents D-Link AirPremierTM DWL-2700AP Wireless G Outdoor AP/Bridge Eight screws & one rubber ring Two rubber dipole antennas...
...; Computers with Windows®, Macintosh®, or Linux-based operating systems with the DWL-2700AP will cause damage and void the warranty for this product. If any of the above D-Link Systems, Inc. 4 DWL-2700AP User's Manual Package Contents Package Contents D-Link AirPremierTM DWL-2700AP Wireless G Outdoor AP/Bridge Eight screws & one rubber ring Two rubber dipole antennas...
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...-PSK, because the encryption of data is backwards compatible with during wireless transmission. DWL-2700AP User's Manual Introduction Introduction At up to as an access point, or in WDS (Wireless Distribution System) with PoE (Power over the CAT5 cable, making the setup of fices or other D-Link Air Premier® products (The 802.11g standard is upgraded...
...-PSK, because the encryption of data is backwards compatible with during wireless transmission. DWL-2700AP User's Manual Introduction Introduction At up to as an access point, or in WDS (Wireless Distribution System) with PoE (Power over the CAT5 cable, making the setup of fices or other D-Link Air Premier® products (The 802.11g standard is upgraded...
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... on all the devices in place. DWL-2700AP User's Manual Introduction (continued) Introduction WPA-EAP and WPA2-EAP is granted. EAP (Extensible Authentication Protocol) is a first line of authorized users who can now be denied access. When attempting to worry about the ...network being compromised by the administration, and enters the correct username and password, then access is ideal for businesses that have to access a wireless LAN with a username and password. D-Link Systems, Inc. 6 Management ...
... on all the devices in place. DWL-2700AP User's Manual Introduction (continued) Introduction WPA-EAP and WPA2-EAP is granted. EAP (Extensible Authentication Protocol) is a first line of authorized users who can now be denied access. When attempting to worry about the ...network being compromised by the administration, and enters the correct username and password, then access is ideal for businesses that have to access a wireless LAN with a username and password. D-Link Systems, Inc. 6 Management ...
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DWL-2700AP User's Manual Features and Benefits Features and Benefits 3 Different Operation modes - Capable of operating in the 2.4GHz frequency range for an 802.11b and 802.11g network. Web-based interface for network configuration and firmware upgrade. A D-Link...802.11g standards, the DWL-2700AP can securely connect wireless clients on the network using WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access) providing a much higher level of up to the 802.11g standard on your wireless networking requirements: Access Point; Superior wireless AP manager software is ...
DWL-2700AP User's Manual Features and Benefits Features and Benefits 3 Different Operation modes - Capable of operating in the 2.4GHz frequency range for an 802.11b and 802.11g network. Web-based interface for network configuration and firmware upgrade. A D-Link...802.11g standards, the DWL-2700AP can securely connect wireless clients on the network using WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access) providing a much higher level of up to the 802.11g standard on your wireless networking requirements: Access Point; Superior wireless AP manager software is ...
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... a wired network. Wireless technology allows the network to -use WLAN technology for many users. The DWL-2700AP saves money by providing multi-functionality, configurable in any location within your home, business or public access wireless networks. Networks that ... number of users to larger Infrastructure networks to pull cable through walls and ceilings. D-Link Systems, Inc. 8 Low Implementation Costs - DWL-2700AP User's Manual Wireless Basics Wireless Basics D-Link wireless products are based on industry standards to provide easy-to go where wires cannot go ...
... a wired network. Wireless technology allows the network to -use WLAN technology for many users. The DWL-2700AP saves money by providing multi-functionality, configurable in any location within your home, business or public access wireless networks. Networks that ... number of users to larger Infrastructure networks to pull cable through walls and ceilings. D-Link Systems, Inc. 8 Low Implementation Costs - DWL-2700AP User's Manual Wireless Basics Wireless Basics D-Link wireless products are based on industry standards to provide easy-to go where wires cannot go ...
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DWL-2700AP User's Manual Wireless Basics (continued) Wireless Basics Standards-based Technology The DWL-2700AP Wireless Access Point utilizes the 802.11b and the 802.11g standards. The D-Link DWL-2700AP will vary. This technology works by splitting the radio signal into multiple smaller sub-signals that...and construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate. The IEEE 802.11g standard is compatible with the DWL-2700AP. *Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11g specifications. OFDM works by transmitting high-speed digital data over ...
DWL-2700AP User's Manual Wireless Basics (continued) Wireless Basics Standards-based Technology The DWL-2700AP Wireless Access Point utilizes the 802.11b and the 802.11g standards. The D-Link DWL-2700AP will vary. This technology works by splitting the radio signal into multiple smaller sub-signals that...and construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate. The IEEE 802.11g standard is compatible with the DWL-2700AP. *Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11g specifications. OFDM works by transmitting high-speed digital data over ...
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...Typical ranges vary depending on range. each wall or ceiling can impede the wireless signal - A wall that is minimized. 2 Be aware of the direct line between the DWL-2700AP and other materials. 4 Keep your product away (at least 3-6 feet ... can reduce your DWL-2700AP's range from 3-90 feet (1-30 meters.) Position your network, using a wireless connection, from virtually anywhere within its operating range. DWL-2700AP User's Manual Wireless Basics (continued) Wireless Basics Installation Considerations The D-Link Air Premier® DWL-2700AP lets you access your devices so that...
...Typical ranges vary depending on range. each wall or ceiling can impede the wireless signal - A wall that is minimized. 2 Be aware of the direct line between the DWL-2700AP and other materials. 4 Keep your product away (at least 3-6 feet ... can reduce your DWL-2700AP's range from 3-90 feet (1-30 meters.) Position your network, using a wireless connection, from virtually anywhere within its operating range. DWL-2700AP User's Manual Wireless Basics (continued) Wireless Basics Installation Considerations The D-Link Air Premier® DWL-2700AP lets you access your devices so that...
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DWL-2700AP User's Manual Three Operational Modes Operational Modes D-Link Systems, Inc. 11
DWL-2700AP User's Manual Three Operational Modes Operational Modes D-Link Systems, Inc. 11
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DWL-2700AP User's Manual Getting Started Getting Started 1 You will need broadband Internet access. 2 Consult with your Cable or DSL provider for proper installation of the modem. 3 Connect the Cable or DSL modem to a Router. (See the ...unit. (See the printed Quick Installation Guide included with the DWL-2700AP.) 5 Connect the DWL-2700AP to the PoE base unit. (See the printed Quick Installation Guide included with the DWL-2700AP.) 6 If you are connecting a desktop computer to your network, install the D-Link DWL-G550 wireless PCI adapter into an available PCI slot on your desktop computer...
DWL-2700AP User's Manual Getting Started Getting Started 1 You will need broadband Internet access. 2 Consult with your Cable or DSL provider for proper installation of the modem. 3 Connect the Cable or DSL modem to a Router. (See the ...unit. (See the printed Quick Installation Guide included with the DWL-2700AP.) 5 Connect the DWL-2700AP to the PoE base unit. (See the printed Quick Installation Guide included with the DWL-2700AP.) 6 If you are connecting a desktop computer to your network, install the D-Link DWL-G550 wireless PCI adapter into an available PCI slot on your desktop computer...
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... power cord to the power adapter and into an electrical outlet. D-Link Systems, Inc. 13 Step 3 Attach the power adapter to the connector on the PoE base unit to your package) to the LAN port on the DWL-2700AP and the other end of an Ethernet cable (included with your router.../switch or to a PC. Step 2 Connect another Ethernet cable from the DATA IN port on the PoE base unit. DWL-2700AP User's Manual Getting Started (continued) Connecting PoE (Power over Ethernet) Getting Started Step 1 Connect one end of the Ethernet cable to the port labeled P+DATA ...
... power cord to the power adapter and into an electrical outlet. D-Link Systems, Inc. 13 Step 3 Attach the power adapter to the connector on the PoE base unit to your package) to the LAN port on the DWL-2700AP and the other end of an Ethernet cable (included with your router.../switch or to a PC. Step 2 Connect another Ethernet cable from the DATA IN port on the PoE base unit. DWL-2700AP User's Manual Getting Started (continued) Connecting PoE (Power over Ethernet) Getting Started Step 1 Connect one end of the Ethernet cable to the port labeled P+DATA ...
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...D-Link Systems, Inc. 14 Make sure that the IP addresses of the DWL-2700AP in the same subnet. Type the IP address and http port of the DWL-2700AP and your web browser program (Internet Explorer, Netscape Navigator™). After the connection is connected to the DWL-2700AP ...Manual Using the Configuration Menu Using the Configuration Menu To configure the DWL-2700AP, use a computer which is established, you have changed the password, make sure to Control Panel > Internet Options > Connections > LAN Settings and uncheck the enable box. First, disable the Access...
...D-Link Systems, Inc. 14 Make sure that the IP addresses of the DWL-2700AP in the same subnet. Type the IP address and http port of the DWL-2700AP and your web browser program (Internet Explorer, Netscape Navigator™). After the connection is connected to the DWL-2700AP ...Manual Using the Configuration Menu Using the Configuration Menu To configure the DWL-2700AP, use a computer which is established, you have changed the password, make sure to Control Panel > Internet Options > Connections > LAN Settings and uncheck the enable box. First, disable the Access...
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Please click on most of each screen after you have made a configuration change. These buttons appear on the appropriate button at the bottom of the configuration screens in this section. D-Link Systems, Inc. 15 Please refer to the Quick Installation Guide for more information regarding the Setup Wizard. DWL-2700AP User's Manual Using the Configuration Menu Home > Wizard The Home > Wizard screen will appear.
Please click on most of each screen after you have made a configuration change. These buttons appear on the appropriate button at the bottom of the configuration screens in this section. D-Link Systems, Inc. 15 Please refer to the Quick Installation Guide for more information regarding the Setup Wizard. DWL-2700AP User's Manual Using the Configuration Menu Home > Wizard The Home > Wizard screen will appear.
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... name designated for 802.11g. All devices on the wireless channel that is default. D-Link Systems, Inc. 16 SSID: Service Set Identifier (SSID) is the default channel for a specific wireless local area network (WLAN). DWL-2700AP User's Manual Home > Wireless > Access Point Using the Configuration Menu Wireless Band: IEEE 802.11g. The frequency in channel...
... name designated for 802.11g. All devices on the wireless channel that is default. D-Link Systems, Inc. 16 SSID: Service Set Identifier (SSID) is the default channel for a specific wireless local area network (WLAN). DWL-2700AP User's Manual Home > Wireless > Access Point Using the Configuration Menu Wireless Band: IEEE 802.11g. The frequency in channel...
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... Select WPA2-PSK to secure your network with the inclusion of data is upgraded with the Advanced Encryption Standard (AES). D-Link Systems, Inc. 17 Select Shared Key to limit communication to secure your network with the inclusion of a RADIUS server and... Select WPA-Auto-PSK to secure your network using a password and dynamic key changes (No RADIUS server required). DWL-2700AP User's Manual Using the Configuration Menu Home > Wireless > Access Point (continued) Auto Channel Select Enable or Disable. Select Open System/Shared Key to allow the client to either use...
... Select WPA2-PSK to secure your network with the inclusion of data is upgraded with the Advanced Encryption Standard (AES). D-Link Systems, Inc. 17 Select Shared Key to limit communication to secure your network with the inclusion of a RADIUS server and... Select WPA-Auto-PSK to secure your network using a password and dynamic key changes (No RADIUS server required). DWL-2700AP User's Manual Using the Configuration Menu Home > Wireless > Access Point (continued) Auto Channel Select Enable or Disable. Select Open System/Shared Key to allow the client to either use...
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DWL-2700AP User's Manual Using the Configuration Menu Home > Wireless > Access Point (WEP) Encryption: Select Disabled or Enabled. (Disabled is a code for representing English letters as numbers 0-127. Valid Key: Select the 1st through Fourth Input up ... 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 bits. D-Link Systems, Inc. 18
DWL-2700AP User's Manual Using the Configuration Menu Home > Wireless > Access Point (WEP) Encryption: Select Disabled or Enabled. (Disabled is a code for representing English letters as numbers 0-127. Valid Key: Select the 1st through Fourth Input up ... 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 bits. D-Link Systems, Inc. 18
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D-Link Systems, Inc. 19 Radius Port: Enter the Radius port. Radius Secret: Enter the Radius secret. Radius Server: Enter the IP address of the Radius server. DWL-2700AP User's Manual Using the Configuration Menu Home > Wireless > Access Point (802.1x) Cipher Type: WEP is the recommended value. A lower interval may reduce transfer data rate. Group Key Update Select the interval during which the group key will be valid. 1800 Interval: is selected.
D-Link Systems, Inc. 19 Radius Port: Enter the Radius port. Radius Secret: Enter the Radius secret. Radius Server: Enter the IP address of the Radius server. DWL-2700AP User's Manual Using the Configuration Menu Home > Wireless > Access Point (802.1x) Cipher Type: WEP is the recommended value. A lower interval may reduce transfer data rate. Group Key Update Select the interval during which the group key will be valid. 1800 Interval: is selected.
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Radius Secret: Enter the Radius secret. Radius Port: Enter the Radius port. A lower interval may reduce transfer data rate. DWL-2700AP User's Manual Using the Configuration Menu Home > Wireless > Access Point (WPA-EAP/WPA2-EAP) Cipher Type: When you select WPA-EAP, WPA2-EAP or WPA-Auto-EAP, you must select AUTO, AES, or TKIP from the pull-down menu. Group Key Update Select the interval during which the group key will be valid. 1800 Interval: is the recommended value. Radius Server: Enter the IP address of the Radius server. D-Link Systems, Inc. 20
Radius Secret: Enter the Radius secret. Radius Port: Enter the Radius port. A lower interval may reduce transfer data rate. DWL-2700AP User's Manual Using the Configuration Menu Home > Wireless > Access Point (WPA-EAP/WPA2-EAP) Cipher Type: When you select WPA-EAP, WPA2-EAP or WPA-Auto-EAP, you must select AUTO, AES, or TKIP from the pull-down menu. Group Key Update Select the interval during which the group key will be valid. 1800 Interval: is the recommended value. Radius Server: Enter the IP address of the Radius server. D-Link Systems, Inc. 20
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... sure you must select AUTO, AES, or TKIP from the pull-down menu. D-Link Systems, Inc. 21 The password can include symbols (!?*&_) and spaces. PassPhrase: Enter a passphrase. The passphrase is reommended. DWL-2700AP User's Manual Using the Configuration Menu Home > Wireless > Access Point (WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK) Cipher Type: When you select WPA-PSK, WPA2...
... sure you must select AUTO, AES, or TKIP from the pull-down menu. D-Link Systems, Inc. 21 The password can include symbols (!?*&_) and spaces. PassPhrase: Enter a passphrase. The passphrase is reommended. DWL-2700AP User's Manual Using the Configuration Menu Home > Wireless > Access Point (WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK) Cipher Type: When you select WPA-PSK, WPA2...