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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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... all warning notices and instructions marked on the product or included in the documentation. D-Link Systems, Inc. 3 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...
... all warning notices and instructions marked on the product or included in the documentation. D-Link Systems, Inc. 3 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...
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...bulb. DWL-8220AP User's Manual Introduction Introduction The small form factor Wireless Switch Dualband Access Point DWL-8220AP increases wireless LAN secure mobility, supports dualband WLAN connectivity, and provides client access to ...Link Systems, Inc. 4 If a DWL-8220AP needs to DWS-1008 directly or through the existing wired network - This prevents clients from directly connected DWS-1008 or third-party PoE injectors. With no protruding antennas and no local storing of voice traffic. Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of the AirPremier...
...bulb. DWL-8220AP User's Manual Introduction Introduction The small form factor Wireless Switch Dualband Access Point DWL-8220AP increases wireless LAN secure mobility, supports dualband WLAN connectivity, and provides client access to ...Link Systems, Inc. 4 If a DWL-8220AP needs to DWS-1008 directly or through the existing wired network - This prevents clients from directly connected DWS-1008 or third-party PoE injectors. With no protruding antennas and no local storing of voice traffic. Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of the AirPremier...
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... other link. D-Link Systems, Inc. 5 Read and follow all warning notices and instructions marked on port 2. Note: Installation must be direct to boot on the switch. Only if the boot attempt on port 1 fails does the AP attempt to the network. DWL-8220AP User's Manual Hardware Overview Hardware Overview The DWL-8220AP access point (AP) provides IEEE 802.11 wireless access to...
... other link. D-Link Systems, Inc. 5 Read and follow all warning notices and instructions marked on port 2. Note: Installation must be direct to boot on the switch. Only if the boot attempt on port 1 fails does the AP attempt to the network. DWL-8220AP User's Manual Hardware Overview Hardware Overview The DWL-8220AP access point (AP) provides IEEE 802.11 wireless access to...
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... link with a switch is booting and receiving its configuration file from a switch. Blinking amber Non-associated client is sending or receiving traffic. Alternating green and amber Access point is operational. • Access point has booted. • Access point has...switch. • At least one of the following are associated with the radio. Appearance Solid green Meaning All the following : • Excessive radio interference in sentry mode. DWL-8220AP User's Manual Hardware Overview Hardware Overview (LEDs) LED Health Radio 1/Radio 2 D-Link...
... link with a switch is booting and receiving its configuration file from a switch. Blinking amber Non-associated client is sending or receiving traffic. Alternating green and amber Access point is operational. • Access point has booted. • Access point has...switch. • At least one of the following are associated with the radio. Appearance Solid green Meaning All the following : • Excessive radio interference in sentry mode. DWL-8220AP User's Manual Hardware Overview Hardware Overview (LEDs) LED Health Radio 1/Radio 2 D-Link...
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.... Note: Install the CAT5 cables for each AP connection. DWL-8220AP User's Manual Hardware Overview Hardware Overview (Bottom View) Connection Options You can connect an access point directly to a DWS-1008 switch port or indirectly to the bracket. During installation, you will insert the CAT5 cable(s) into the AP port(s) before installing the access point itself. D-Link Systems, Inc. 7
.... Note: Install the CAT5 cables for each AP connection. DWL-8220AP User's Manual Hardware Overview Hardware Overview (Bottom View) Connection Options You can connect an access point directly to a DWS-1008 switch port or indirectly to the bracket. During installation, you will insert the CAT5 cable(s) into the AP port(s) before installing the access point itself. D-Link Systems, Inc. 7
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... in the product), D-Link access point products meet the uncontrolled environmental limits found in the DWL-8220AP access point. Proper installation 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. You...Transmitters specifies a safety standard for the access point(s), you plan to face the intended coverage area. DWL-8220AP User's Manual Installation Overview Installation Overview DWL-8220AP Mounting Options You can mount a DWL-8220AP access point on a partial wall or other mounting options ...
... in the product), D-Link access point products meet the uncontrolled environmental limits found in the DWL-8220AP access point. Proper installation 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. You...Transmitters specifies a safety standard for the access point(s), you plan to face the intended coverage area. DWL-8220AP User's Manual Installation Overview Installation Overview DWL-8220AP Mounting Options You can mount a DWL-8220AP access point on a partial wall or other mounting options ...
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...wireless device in an otherwise explosive environment unless the device has been modified for usage constraints. 5. To reduce the possibility of the location for such use only. 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... DWL-8220AP access point when the antennas are transmitting or receiving. 3. Do not connect or disconnect cables or otherwise work with the DWL-8220AP access point hardware during periods of lightning activity. 6. D-Link ...
...wireless device in an otherwise explosive environment unless the device has been modified for usage constraints. 5. To reduce the possibility of the location for such use only. 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... DWL-8220AP access point when the antennas are transmitting or receiving. 3. Do not connect or disconnect cables or otherwise work with the DWL-8220AP access point hardware during periods of lightning activity. 6. D-Link ...
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...Link Power over Ethernet (PoE) is enabled on a solid surface requires CAT5 cable that does not have strain relief. DWS Switch Pin 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Function RD+ RDTD+ PoE+ PoE+ TDPoEPoE- DWL-8220AP User's Manual Cable Requirements Cable Requirements CAT5 cable with or without strain relief. For installation on all other surfaces, you install an access point... before you can use CAT5 cable with straight-through wiring. D-Link Systems, Inc. 10 RD means Receive Data and TD means Transmit Data. Mounting a DWL-8220AP access point on the port. Other Device Pin 1 2 3 4 5...
...Link Power over Ethernet (PoE) is enabled on a solid surface requires CAT5 cable that does not have strain relief. DWS Switch Pin 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Function RD+ RDTD+ PoE+ PoE+ TDPoEPoE- DWL-8220AP User's Manual Cable Requirements Cable Requirements CAT5 cable with or without strain relief. For installation on all other surfaces, you install an access point... before you can use CAT5 cable with straight-through wiring. D-Link Systems, Inc. 10 RD means Receive Data and TD means Transmit Data. Mounting a DWL-8220AP access point on the port. Other Device Pin 1 2 3 4 5...
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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 (included): • ... 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 (included): • ... 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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... the clamp fits snugly on the T-bar. 5. Go to install the 14.2-mm (9/16 inch) T-bar clamp. a. DWL-8220AP User's Manual Installation Installation Suspended Ceiling Installation-Flush Ceiling Tiles 1. c. Go to install the AP. D-Link Systems, Inc. 13 Remove the mounting template and the material you plan to step 5. 4. Unlock the universal mounting...
... the clamp fits snugly on the T-bar. 5. Go to install the 14.2-mm (9/16 inch) T-bar clamp. a. DWL-8220AP User's Manual Installation Installation Suspended Ceiling Installation-Flush Ceiling Tiles 1. c. Go to install the AP. D-Link Systems, Inc. 13 Remove the mounting template and the material you plan to step 5. 4. Unlock the universal mounting...
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... holes face downward and the two T-bar flanges face upward and are adjacent to the T-bar edges. Install the universal mounting bracket as shown. D-Link Systems, Inc. 14 DWL-8220AP User's Manual Installation (continued) 6. b.
... holes face downward and the two T-bar flanges face upward and are adjacent to the T-bar edges. Install the universal mounting bracket as shown. D-Link Systems, Inc. 14 DWL-8220AP User's Manual Installation (continued) 6. b.
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DWL-8220AP User's Manual Installation Installation (continued) 8. Pull the CAT5 cable(s) about 15 cm (about...cable(s). 9. D-Link Systems, Inc. 15 Insert the CAT5 cable(s) into place on the cable. Loop the Kensington lock's cable around an object that it is secured to used one cable into the Kensington lock. Lift the access point into the ...1. • For redundancy, insert one . Insert the Kensington lock into the Lock hole on the AP. e. Lock the access point onto the bracket by a person pulling on the universal mounting bracket as shown below . c. b. Insert the key into each...
DWL-8220AP User's Manual Installation Installation (continued) 8. Pull the CAT5 cable(s) about 15 cm (about...cable(s). 9. D-Link Systems, Inc. 15 Insert the CAT5 cable(s) into place on the cable. Loop the Kensington lock's cable around an object that it is secured to used one cable into the Kensington lock. Lift the access point into the ...1. • For redundancy, insert one . Insert the Kensington lock into the Lock hole on the AP. e. Lock the access point onto the bracket by a person pulling on the universal mounting bracket as shown below . c. b. Insert the key into each...
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... and connect the antenna. 16. If the access point comes off the bracket, relock the device onto the bracket as described in step 12. 15. If the other ends of the CAT5 cable(s) are not already connected and the link activated, go to "Verifying AP Health" on... page 27. D-Link Systems, Inc. 16 To ensure that the access point is fully locked onto the bracket, gently pull down on the access point and attempt to rotate it from side to a DWS-1008 Wireless Switch" on page 28. DWL-8220AP User's Manual Installation Installation (continued) 13. Otherwise, go ...
... and connect the antenna. 16. If the access point comes off the bracket, relock the device onto the bracket as described in step 12. 15. If the other ends of the CAT5 cable(s) are not already connected and the link activated, go to "Verifying AP Health" on... page 27. D-Link Systems, Inc. 16 To ensure that the access point is fully locked onto the bracket, gently pull down on the access point and attempt to rotate it from side to a DWS-1008 Wireless Switch" on page 28. DWL-8220AP User's Manual Installation Installation (continued) 13. Otherwise, go ...
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... the mounting template and the material you plan to install the access point. Unlock the universal mounting bracket from the ceiling panel. 3. Select an installation location that fits the T-bar: a. DWL-8220AP User's Manual Installation Installation (continued) Suspended Ceiling Installation-Drop Ceiling Tiles 1. Slide... where you cut along the line marking the opening for the CAT5 cable(s): a. D-Link Systems, Inc. 17 Note: To avoid damage to cut from the access point by inserting the 3-mm or 1/8-inch screwdriver into the Unlock hole on the T-bar...
... the mounting template and the material you plan to install the access point. Unlock the universal mounting bracket from the ceiling panel. 3. Select an installation location that fits the T-bar: a. DWL-8220AP User's Manual Installation Installation (continued) Suspended Ceiling Installation-Drop Ceiling Tiles 1. Slide... where you cut along the line marking the opening for the CAT5 cable(s): a. D-Link Systems, Inc. 17 Note: To avoid damage to cut from the access point by inserting the 3-mm or 1/8-inch screwdriver into the Unlock hole on the T-bar...
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... flanges snap into place on the T-bar clamp as follows onto the T-bar clamp: a. Install the universal mounting bracket as shown below . D-Link Systems, Inc. 18 DWL-8220AP User's Manual Installation (continued) 5. Remove the bracket as shown below . Place the universal mounting bracket against the T-bar clamp so that its port connector opening...
... flanges snap into place on the T-bar clamp as follows onto the T-bar clamp: a. Install the universal mounting bracket as shown below . D-Link Systems, Inc. 18 DWL-8220AP User's Manual Installation (continued) 5. Remove the bracket as shown below . Place the universal mounting bracket against the T-bar clamp so that its port connector opening...
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...universal mounting bracket as you plan to the AP. Insert the Kensington lock into each connector. 9. Lift the access point into the ceiling as shown below. Install the Kensington lock, if you lift the device, and does not become trapped between ...the access point and the bracket. a. Rotate the key right or left to secure the lock to insert the cable(s). 8. Insert the key into the connector(s): • For a single connection, use the connector for port 1. • For redundancy, insert one . DWL-8220AP User's Manual Installation (continued) Installation 7. c. d. D-Link Systems...
...universal mounting bracket as you plan to the AP. Insert the Kensington lock into each connector. 9. Lift the access point into the ceiling as shown below. Install the Kensington lock, if you lift the device, and does not become trapped between ...the access point and the bracket. a. Rotate the key right or left to secure the lock to insert the cable(s). 8. Insert the key into the connector(s): • For a single connection, use the connector for port 1. • For redundancy, insert one . DWL-8220AP User's Manual Installation (continued) Installation 7. c. d. D-Link Systems...
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...the bracket, gently pull down on the access point as described in step 11. 14. DWL-8220AP User's Manual Installation Installation (continued) 11. 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...as shown below. 12. If the other ends of the CAT5 cable(s) are not already connected and the link activated, go to a DWS-1008 Wireless Switch" on page 28. D-Link Systems, Inc. 20 If the access point requires an external antenna, install and connect the antenna. 15.
...the bracket, gently pull down on the access point as described in step 11. 14. DWL-8220AP User's Manual Installation Installation (continued) 11. 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...as shown below. 12. If the other ends of the CAT5 cable(s) are not already connected and the link activated, go to a DWS-1008 Wireless Switch" on page 28. D-Link Systems, Inc. 20 If the access point requires an external antenna, install and connect the antenna. 15.
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Warning: If you plan to the mounting bracket. D-Link Systems, Inc. 21 Plug the CAT5 cable into the access point and attach the DWL-8220AP 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. Installation 2. Attach the bracket to the junction box. 3. Remove the mounting bracket from the access point. DWL-8220AP User's Manual Installation (continued) Junction Box Installation 1.
Warning: If you plan to the mounting bracket. D-Link Systems, Inc. 21 Plug the CAT5 cable into the access point and attach the DWL-8220AP 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. Installation 2. Attach the bracket to the junction box. 3. Remove the mounting bracket from the access point. DWL-8220AP User's Manual Installation (continued) Junction Box Installation 1.