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DWL-8220AP User's Manual Table of Contents Table of Contents Package Contents 3 Minimum System Requirements 3 Introduction...4 Hardware Overview 5 Ethernet Ports 5 LEDs...6 Bottom View 7 Installation Overview 8 Wall Installation Recommendations 8 Wireless Switch Recommendations 8 Radio Frequency Exposure 8 Getting Started 9 Cable Requirements 10 Installation Hardware and Tools 11... 22 Tabletop Installation 25 Connecting an External Antenna 27 Connecting to a DWS-1008 Wireless Switch 27 Technical Specifications 29 Warranty ...32 Registration ...37 D-Link Systems, Inc. 2
DWL-8220AP User's Manual Table of Contents Table of Contents Package Contents 3 Minimum System Requirements 3 Introduction...4 Hardware Overview 5 Ethernet Ports 5 LEDs...6 Bottom View 7 Installation Overview 8 Wall Installation Recommendations 8 Wireless Switch Recommendations 8 Radio Frequency Exposure 8 Getting Started 9 Cable Requirements 10 Installation Hardware and Tools 11... 22 Tabletop Installation 25 Connecting an External Antenna 27 Connecting to a DWS-1008 Wireless Switch 27 Technical Specifications 29 Warranty ...32 Registration ...37 D-Link Systems, Inc. 2
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DWL-8220AP User's Manual Product Contents DWL-8220AP Wireless Switch Access Point Mounting Bracket Mounting Template Mounting Hardware Rubber Feet Product Contents System Requirements A Network with a D-Link DWS-1008 Wireless Switch Warning: Installation must be performed by unauthorized modifications to operate the equipment. Such modifications could void the user's authority to this equipment. D-Link Systems, Inc. 3 Please follow all...
DWL-8220AP User's Manual Product Contents DWL-8220AP Wireless Switch Access Point Mounting Bracket Mounting Template Mounting Hardware Rubber Feet Product Contents System Requirements A Network with a D-Link DWS-1008 Wireless Switch Warning: Installation must be performed by unauthorized modifications to operate the equipment. Such modifications could void the user's authority to this equipment. D-Link Systems, Inc. 3 Please follow all...
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... AirPremier® MobileLAN™ DWS-1008 Wireless Switch. With no protruding antennas and no local storing of network traffic, building materials and construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate. and receive Power over Ethernet (PoE) from communicating, associating and authenticating with . DWL-8220AP User's Manual Introduction Introduction The small form factor Wireless Switch Dualband Access Point DWL-8220AP increases wireless...
... AirPremier® MobileLAN™ DWS-1008 Wireless Switch. With no protruding antennas and no local storing of network traffic, building materials and construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate. and receive Power over Ethernet (PoE) from communicating, associating and authenticating with . DWL-8220AP User's Manual Introduction Introduction The small form factor Wireless Switch Dualband Access Point DWL-8220AP increases wireless...
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... other port can receive PoE from D-Link switches and D-Link-approved power injectors. DWL-8220AP User's Manual Hardware Overview Hardware Overview The DWL-8220AP access point (AP) provides IEEE 802.11 wireless access to the AP. If one port becomes unavailable, the other link. The access point requires hardware installation only. The DWL-8220AP has one 802.11a radio and one link for redundancy. In addition, both...
... other port can receive PoE from D-Link switches and D-Link-approved power injectors. DWL-8220AP User's Manual Hardware Overview Hardware Overview The DWL-8220AP access point (AP) provides IEEE 802.11 wireless access to the AP. If one port becomes unavailable, the other link. The access point requires hardware installation only. The DWL-8220AP has one 802.11a radio and one link for redundancy. In addition, both...
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...;le from a switch. Blinking amber Non-associated client is unable to any of the following: • Radio is disabled. • Radio is in sentry mode. DWL-8220AP User's Manual Hardware Overview Hardware Overview (LEDs) LED Health Radio 1/Radio 2 D-Link Systems, Inc. Alternating green and amber Access point is operational. • Access point has booted. • Access point has received a valid...
...;le from a switch. Blinking amber Non-associated client is unable to any of the following: • Radio is disabled. • Radio is in sentry mode. DWL-8220AP User's Manual Hardware Overview Hardware Overview (LEDs) LED Health Radio 1/Radio 2 D-Link Systems, Inc. Alternating green and amber Access point is operational. • Access point has booted. • Access point has received a valid...
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... the access point itself. D-Link Systems, Inc. 7 Note: Install the CAT5 cables for attachment of its ports directly to DWS-1008 switch ports or indirectly to DWS-1008 switches through an intermediate Layer 2 or Layer 3 network. Kensington Security Slot The DWL-8220AP has a slot for the access point at the installation site before attaching the access point to the bracket. DWL-8220AP User...
... the access point itself. D-Link Systems, Inc. 7 Note: Install the CAT5 cables for attachment of its ports directly to DWS-1008 switch ports or indirectly to DWS-1008 switches through an intermediate Layer 2 or Layer 3 network. Kensington Security Slot The DWL-8220AP has a slot for the access point at the installation site before attaching the access point to the bracket. DWL-8220AP User...
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... in the product), D-Link access point products meet the uncontrolled environmental limits found in the DWL-8220AP access point. When used in OET-65 and ANSI C95.1-1991. You can orient the antennas independently of 20 cm (7.9 inches) away from an 802.3af-compliant source, a D-Link DWS-1008 wireless switch, or a D-Link-approved power injector. DWS-1008 Wireless Switch Recommendation D-Link recommends that is...
... in the product), D-Link access point products meet the uncontrolled environmental limits found in the DWL-8220AP access point. When used in OET-65 and ANSI C95.1-1991. You can orient the antennas independently of 20 cm (7.9 inches) away from an 802.3af-compliant source, a D-Link DWS-1008 wireless switch, or a D-Link-approved power injector. DWS-1008 Wireless Switch Recommendation D-Link recommends that is...
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... of lightning activity. 6. Before using a wireless device in an otherwise explosive environment unless the device has been modified for indoor use by dust, clean the CAT5 connector pins before you begin: 1. DWL-8220AP User's Manual Getting Started Getting Started Please read the following before inserting a cable into an DWL-8220AP access point. The DWL-8220AP access point is transmitting. 4.
... of lightning activity. 6. Before using a wireless device in an otherwise explosive environment unless the device has been modified for indoor use by dust, clean the CAT5 connector pins before you begin: 1. DWL-8220AP User's Manual Getting Started Getting Started Please read the following before inserting a cable into an DWL-8220AP access point. The DWL-8220AP access point is transmitting. 4.
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DWS Switch Pin 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Function RD+ RDTD+ PoE+ PoE+ TDPoEPoE- Mounting a DWL-8220AP access point on the port. D-Link Systems, Inc. 10 The table below lists the pin signals for 10/100 Ethernet straight-through signaling must be ... other surfaces, you install an access point. Pins 4, 5, 7, and 8 are used when D-Link Power over Ethernet (PoE) is enabled on a solid surface requires CAT5 cable that does not have strain relief. A single connection requires one cable. A dual-homed connection requires two cables. DWL-8220AP User's Manual Cable Requirements Cable...
DWS Switch Pin 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Function RD+ RDTD+ PoE+ PoE+ TDPoEPoE- Mounting a DWL-8220AP access point on the port. D-Link Systems, Inc. 10 The table below lists the pin signals for 10/100 Ethernet straight-through signaling must be ... other surfaces, you install an access point. Pins 4, 5, 7, and 8 are used when D-Link Power over Ethernet (PoE) is enabled on a solid surface requires CAT5 cable that does not have strain relief. A single connection requires one cable. A dual-homed connection requires two cables. DWL-8220AP User's Manual Cable Requirements Cable...
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...): • Two #6-32 x 1-inch Machine Screws • Universal Mounting Bracket Tools Required (not included): • #2 Phillips-head Screwdriver • Small Screwdriver (3mm or 1/8") D-Link Systems, Inc. 11 DWL-8220AP User's Manual Installation Hardware and Tools Installation Hardware and Tools Required Mounting Hardware and Tools: Mounting Option: • Suspended Ceiling - Tools Required (not included...
...): • Two #6-32 x 1-inch Machine Screws • Universal Mounting Bracket Tools Required (not included): • #2 Phillips-head Screwdriver • Small Screwdriver (3mm or 1/8") D-Link Systems, Inc. 11 DWL-8220AP User's Manual Installation Hardware and Tools Installation Hardware and Tools Required Mounting Hardware and Tools: Mounting Option: • Suspended Ceiling - Tools Required (not included...
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DWL-8220AP User's Manual Installation Hardware and Tools Installation Hardware and Tools (continued) Required Mounting Hardware and Tools: Mounting Option: • Solid Wall or Ceiling Required Hardware (... Mounting Option: • Tabletop Required Hardware (included): • Three Adhesive Rubber Feet • Universal Mounting Bracket Tools Required (not included): • Small Screwdriver (3mm or 1/8") D-Link Systems, Inc. 12
DWL-8220AP User's Manual Installation Hardware and Tools Installation Hardware and Tools (continued) Required Mounting Hardware and Tools: Mounting Option: • Solid Wall or Ceiling Required Hardware (... Mounting Option: • Tabletop Required Hardware (included): • Three Adhesive Rubber Feet • Universal Mounting Bracket Tools Required (not included): • Small Screwdriver (3mm or 1/8") D-Link Systems, Inc. 12
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... inches), the universal mounting bracket fits directly onto the T-bar. D-Link Systems, Inc. 13 Use the box cutter to install the 14.2-mm (9/16 inch) T-bar clamp. c. Remove the mounting template and the material you plan to step 5. 4. DWL-8220AP User's Manual Installation Installation Suspended Ceiling Installation-Flush Ceiling Tiles 1. Select an...
... inches), the universal mounting bracket fits directly onto the T-bar. D-Link Systems, Inc. 13 Use the box cutter to install the 14.2-mm (9/16 inch) T-bar clamp. c. Remove the mounting template and the material you plan to step 5. 4. DWL-8220AP User's Manual Installation Installation Suspended Ceiling Installation-Flush Ceiling Tiles 1. Select an...
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... clamp as shown. D-Link Systems, Inc. 14 Properly align the bracket for mounting by placing the bracket so that the two screw holes face downward and the two T-bar flanges face upward and are adjacent to the left of the hole you cut for the cables. DWL-8220AP User's Manual Installation (continued...
... clamp as shown. D-Link Systems, Inc. 14 Properly align the bracket for mounting by placing the bracket so that the two screw holes face downward and the two T-bar flanges face upward and are adjacent to the left of the hole you cut for the cables. DWL-8220AP User's Manual Installation (continued...
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... security slot on the cable. Lift the access point into the connector(s): • For a single connection, use the connector for port 1. • For redundancy, insert one . e. f. DWL-8220AP User's Manual Installation Installation (continued) 8. ...a. Loop the Kensington lock's cable around an object that it is secured to the AP. Remove the key. 11. Insert the CAT5 cable(s) into place on the universal mounting bracket as you plan to the AP. c. Pull on the access point as shown below . D-Link...
... security slot on the cable. Lift the access point into the connector(s): • For a single connection, use the connector for port 1. • For redundancy, insert one . e. f. DWL-8220AP User's Manual Installation Installation (continued) 8. ...a. Loop the Kensington lock's cable around an object that it is secured to the AP. Remove the key. 11. Insert the CAT5 cable(s) into place on the universal mounting bracket as you plan to the AP. c. Pull on the access point as shown below . D-Link...
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...in step 12. 15. D-Link Systems, Inc. 16 Otherwise, go to "Connecting an AP to side. 14. If the access point requires an external antenna, install and connect the antenna. 16. DWL-8220AP User's Manual Installation Installation (continued) 13. To ensure that the access point is fully locked onto the ...bracket, gently pull down on page 28. If the other ends of the CAT5 cable(s) are not already connected and the link activated, go to "Verifying AP Health" on the access point and attempt to rotate it from side to a DWS-1008 Wireless Switch...
...in step 12. 15. D-Link Systems, Inc. 16 Otherwise, go to "Connecting an AP to side. 14. If the access point requires an external antenna, install and connect the antenna. 16. DWL-8220AP User's Manual Installation Installation (continued) 13. To ensure that the access point is fully locked onto the ...bracket, gently pull down on page 28. If the other ends of the CAT5 cable(s) are not already connected and the link activated, go to "Verifying AP Health" on the access point and attempt to rotate it from side to a DWS-1008 Wireless Switch...
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DWL-8220AP User's Manual Installation Installation (continued) Suspended Ceiling Installation-Drop Ceiling Tiles 1. b. Use the box cutter to the access point's lock mechanism or electronic components, do not use excessive force when inserting a tool into the Unlock or Lock hole. Install the T-bar clamp that is fully on the access point... the CAT5 cable(s): a. Cut a hole as shown below. b. Unlock the universal mounting bracket from the ceiling panel. 3. D-Link Systems, Inc. 17 Select an installation location that fits the T-bar: a. Slide each half of the clamp toward each...
DWL-8220AP User's Manual Installation Installation (continued) Suspended Ceiling Installation-Drop Ceiling Tiles 1. b. Use the box cutter to the access point's lock mechanism or electronic components, do not use excessive force when inserting a tool into the Unlock or Lock hole. Install the T-bar clamp that is fully on the access point... the CAT5 cable(s): a. Cut a hole as shown below. b. Unlock the universal mounting bracket from the ceiling panel. 3. D-Link Systems, Inc. 17 Select an installation location that fits the T-bar: a. Slide each half of the clamp toward each...
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... mounting by placing the bracket so that its port connector opening is to the T-bar edges. b. Install the universal mounting bracket as shown below . c. Installation 6. DWL-8220AP User's Manual Installation (continued) 5. Rotate the universal mounting bracket clockwise until the flanges snap into place on the T-bar clamp as follows onto the...
... mounting by placing the bracket so that its port connector opening is to the T-bar edges. b. Install the universal mounting bracket as shown below . c. Installation 6. DWL-8220AP User's Manual Installation (continued) 5. Rotate the universal mounting bracket clockwise until the flanges snap into place on the T-bar clamp as follows onto the...
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c. e. f. D-Link Systems, Inc. 19 Insert the CAT5 cable(s) into the connector(s): • For a single connection, use the connector for port 1. • For redundancy, insert one . a. Lift the access point into each connector. 9. Install the Kensington lock, if you lift the device, and does not become trapped between the access point and the bracket. d. Remove the ... the universal mounting bracket as you plan to insert the cable(s). 8. Rotate the key right or left to secure the lock to the AP. DWL-8220AP User's Manual Installation (continued) Installation 7. b.
c. e. f. D-Link Systems, Inc. 19 Insert the CAT5 cable(s) into the connector(s): • For a single connection, use the connector for port 1. • For redundancy, insert one . a. Lift the access point into each connector. 9. Install the Kensington lock, if you lift the device, and does not become trapped between the access point and the bracket. d. Remove the ... the universal mounting bracket as you plan to insert the cable(s). 8. Rotate the key right or left to secure the lock to the AP. DWL-8220AP User's Manual Installation (continued) Installation 7. b.
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...(s) are not already connected and the link activated, go to a DWS-1008 Wireless Switch" on page 28. To ensure that the access point is fully locked onto the bracket, gently pull down on the access point as described in step 11. 14. If the access point comes off the bracket, relock the ...device onto the bracket as shown below. 12. D-Link Systems, Inc. 20 Lock the access point onto the bracket by inserting the 3-mm or 1/8-inch screwdriver into the Lock hole on the access point and attempt to rotate it from side to side. 13. DWL-8220AP...
...(s) are not already connected and the link activated, go to a DWS-1008 Wireless Switch" on page 28. To ensure that the access point is fully locked onto the bracket, gently pull down on the access point as described in step 11. 14. If the access point comes off the bracket, relock the ...device onto the bracket as shown below. 12. D-Link Systems, Inc. 20 Lock the access point onto the bracket by inserting the 3-mm or 1/8-inch screwdriver into the Lock hole on the access point and attempt to rotate it from side to side. 13. DWL-8220AP...
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Attach the bracket to the mounting bracket. Plug the CAT5 cable into the access point and attach the DWL-8220AP to the junction box. 3. DWL-8220AP User's Manual Installation (continued) Junction Box Installation 1. Remove the mounting bracket from the access point. Installation 2. Warning: If you plan to use an external antenna for the 802.11b/g or 802.11a radio, install the antenna at least 20 cm from the DWL-8220AP. D-Link Systems, Inc. 21
Attach the bracket to the mounting bracket. Plug the CAT5 cable into the access point and attach the DWL-8220AP to the junction box. 3. DWL-8220AP User's Manual Installation (continued) Junction Box Installation 1. Remove the mounting bracket from the access point. Installation 2. Warning: If you plan to use an external antenna for the 802.11b/g or 802.11a radio, install the antenna at least 20 cm from the DWL-8220AP. D-Link Systems, Inc. 21