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Table of Contents Table of Contents Preface.................................................................................. i Product Overview............................................................... 1 Package Contents.......................................................................... 1 System Requirements.................................................................. 2 Introduction.................................................................................... 3 Features.............
Table of Contents AP Array Scan...................................................................45 Configuration Settings..................................................46 Auto-RF...............................................................................47 Load Balance....................................................................48 Captive Portal Authentication........................................49 Web Redirection Only...................................................
Table of Contents What is WPA?.................................................................................92 Configure WPA/WPA2 Personal..............................................93 Configure WPA/WPA2 Enterprise...........................................94 Connect to a Wireless Network........................................95 Using Windows® XP.....................................................................95 Configure WPA-PSK....................................................................
Section 1 - Product Overview Package Contents DAP-2230 Wireless N PoE Access Point Wall mounting bracket with mounting kit 12 V DC, 1 A Power Adapter (included with some models) Quick Installation Guide If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller. Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage rating will cause damage and void the warranty for this product.
Section 1 - Product Overview System Requirements Network Requirements • An Ethernet-based Network • IEEE 802.11n/g wireless clients (AP Mode) • IEEE 802.11n/g wireless network (AP Mode) Computer with the following: • Windows®, Macintosh, or Linux-based operating system • An installed Ethernet adapter Web-based Configuration Utility Requirements Browser Requirements: • Microsoft Internet Explorer® 7, Mozilla® Firefox® 12.0, Google® Chrome 20.
Section 1 - Product Overview Introduction The D-Link DAP-2230 Wireless N PoE Access Point is an 802.11n compliant device that delivers real world performance of up to 300 Mbps* while still maintaining backwards compatibility with slower 802.11g and 802.11b devices. The DAP-2230 increases productivity by allowing you to work faster and more efficiently.
Section 1 - Product Overview Features • Faster Wireless Networking - The DAP-2230 provides an up to 300 Mbps* wireless connection with other 802.11n wireless clients. This capability allows users to participate in real-time activities online, such as video streaming, online gaming, and real-time audio. • Compatible with IEEE802.11g Devices - The DAP-2230 is still fully compatible with the 802.11g standards, so it can connect with existing 802.11g adapters.
Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Overview Top Panel 1 Power/Status LED Static Green 1 D-Link DAP-2230 User Manual Ready/Working Properly Flashing Green Transmitting/Receiving data Flashing Red Malfunction during boot Solid Red Boot failure 5
Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Overview Bottom Panel 1 2 3 4 1 Security Lock 2 Power Connector 3 10/100 LAN (PoE)Port Connect an Ethernet cable to this device and your network. Power may be supplied to this port via a LAN cable that is connected to a PoE injector or PoE switch. Reset Button Press and hold the reset button with a paperclip for at least 5 seconds to reset the device back to the factory default settings. The LED will turn on for 2 seconds and then begin the reboot process.
Section 2 - Installation Physical Installation Before You Begin This chapter describes safety precautions and product information that you must know and check before installing this product. Professional Installation Required 1. Please seek assistance from a professional installer who is well trained in RF installation and knowledgeable about local regulations. 2.
Section 2 - Installation Connect to your Network To power the access point, you can use one of the following 3 methods: Method 1 - Powered by PoE Switch Method 2 - Powered by PoE Injector Method 3 - Powered by DC Adapter Method 1 - Powered by PoE Switch 1. Connect one end of an Ethernet cable into the LAN (PoE) port on the DAP-2230 and then connect the other end to a PoE switch.
Section 2 - Installation Method 2 - Powered by PoE Injector If you wish to power the DAP-2230 without a PoE switch, we suggest you use a PoE injector, such as a DPE-101GI. 1. Connect one end of an Ethernet cable into the DATA IN port on the PoE injector and the other end into a port on a switch, router, or computer. 2. Connect one end of a different Ethernet cable into the P+DATA OUT port on the PoE injector and the other end into the LAN (PoE) port on the DAP-2230 access point. 3.
Section 2 - Installation Method 3 - DC Adapter A power adapter is included with some DAP-2230 models. 1. Connect an Ethernet cable from your network device to the LAN(PoE) port on the DAP-2230. 2. Connect the supplied power adapter to the DC IN connector on the DAP-2230. 3. Plug the power adapter into a power outlet.
Section 2 - Installation Mounting the AP Place the mounting bracket on a wall or ceiling and mark holes where you will insert the screws with a marker. Drill holes in the marked points and insert the plastic wall anchors. Reattach the DAP-2230 to the mounting bracket. Use the supplied screws to attach the mounting plate to the wall.
Section 2 - Installation Wireless Installation Considerations The D-Link DAP-2230 Wireless N PoE Access Point lets you access your network using a wireless connection from virtually anywhere within the operating range of your wireless network. Keep in mind, however, that the number, thickness and location of walls, ceilings, or other objects that the wireless signals must pass through, may limit the range.
Section 2 - Installation Four Operational Modes Operation Mode (Only supports 1 mode at a time) Function Access Point (AP) Create a wireless LAN WDS with AP Wirelessly connect multiple networks while still functioning as a wireless AP WDS Wirelessly connect multiple networks Wireless Client AP acts as a wireless network adapter for your Ethernet-enabled device D-Link DAP-2230 User Manual 13
Section 3 - Configuration Configuration This section will show you how to configure your new D-Link Wireless N PoE Access Point using the web-based configuration utility. Web-based Configuration Utility If you wish to change the default settings or optimise the performance of the DAP-2230, you may use the webbased configuration utility. To access the configuration utility, open a web browser such as Internet Explorer and enter http://192.168.0.50 Type admin and then enter your password.
Section 3 - Configuration After successfully logging into the DAP-2230, the following screen will appear: Save and Activate Settings When making changes on most of the configuration screens in this section, use the screen to save (not activate) your configuration changes. button at the bottom of each You may change settings to multiple pages before activating. Once you are finished, click the Configuration button located at the top of the page and then click Save and Activate.
Section 3 - Configuration Basic Settings Wireless Access Point mode Wireless Select 2.4 Ghz from the drop-down menu. Band: Mode: Select Access Point from the drop-down menu. The other three choices are WDS with AP, WDS, and wireless Client. Network Service Set Identifier (SSID) is the name designated for a specific wireless Name local area network (WLAN). The SSID’s factory default setting is dlink.
Section 3 - Configuration Channel Allows you to select the channel width you would like to operate in. Select Width: 20 MHz if you are not using any 802.11n wireless clients. Auto 20/40 MHz allows you to connect to both 802.11n and 802.11b/g wireless devices on your network. Authentication: Use the drop-down menu to choose Open System, Shared Key, WPAPersonal, WPA-Enterprise, or 802.11x. Select Open System to communicate the key across the network.
Section 3 - Configuration WDS with AP mode In WDS with AP mode, the DAP-2230 wirelessly connects multiple networks while still functioning as a wireless AP. Wireless Select 2.4 Ghz from the drop-down menu. Band: Mode: WDS with AP mode is selected from the drop-down menu. The other three choices are Access Point, WDS, and wireless Client. Network Service Set Identifier (SSID) is the name designated for a specific wireless Name local area network (WLAN). The SSID’s factory default setting is dlink.
Section 3 - Configuration Authentication: Use the drop-down menu to choose Open System or WPA-Personal. Select Open System to communicate the key across the network. Select WPA-Personal to secure your network using a password and dynamic key changes. No RADIUS server is required.
Section 3 - Configuration WDS mode In WDS mode, the DAP-2230 wirelessly connects multiple networks, without functioning as a wireless AP. Wireless Select 2.4 Ghz from the drop-down menu. Band: Mode: WDS is selected from the drop-down menu. The other three choices are Access Point, WDS with AP, and wireless Client. Network Service Set Identifier (SSID) is the name designated for a specific wireless Name local area network (WLAN). The SSID’s factory default setting is dlink.
Section 3 - Configuration Authentication: Use the drop-down menu to choose Open System or WPA-Personal. Select Open System to communicate the key across the network. Select WPA-Personal to secure your network using a password and dynamic key changes. No RADIUS server is required.
Section 3 - Configuration Wireless Client mode Wireless Select 2.4 Ghz from the drop-down menu. Band: Mode: Wireless Client is selected from the drop-down menu. The other three choices are Access Point, WDS with AP, and WDS. Network Service Set Identifier (SSID) is the name designated for a specific wireless Name local area network (WLAN). The SSID’s factory default setting is dlink. The (SSID): SSID can be easily changed to connect to an existing wireless network or to establish a new wireless network.
Section 3 - Configuration Authentication: Use the drop-down menu to choose Open System or WPA-Personal. Select Open System to communicate the key across the network. Select WPA-Personal to secure your network using a password and dynamic key changes. No RADIUS server is required. Wireless Mac Check to enable clone MAC. This feature will allow you to change the MAC Clone Enable: address of the access point to the MAC address of a client. MAC Source: Select the MAC source from the drop-down menu.
Section 3 - Configuration Authentication Types Each of the wireless modes on the DAP-2230 support different types of wireless encryption security standards. Not every mode supports all types of encryption. Open System/Shared Key Authentication All wireless modes on the DAP-2230 support Open System/Shared Key Authentication. Encryption Use the radio button to disable or enable encryption. Key Type: Select HEX* or ASCII**. Key Size: Select 64 Bits or 128 Bits.
Section 3 - Configuration WPA/WPA2-Personal Authentication WPA/WPA2 Personal Authentication can be enabled for Access Point, WDS with AP, WDS, and Wireless Client modes. WPA Mode: When WPA-Personal is selected for Authentication type, you must also select a WPA mode from the drop-down menu: AUTO (WPA or WPA2), WPA2 Only, or WPA Only. WPA and WPA2 use different algorithms. AUTO (WPA or WPA2) allows you to use both WPA and WPA2.
Section 3 - Configuration WPA/WPA2-Enterprise Authentication WPA/WPA2 Enterprise Authentication can only be enabled for Access Point mode. WPA Mode: When WPA-Enterprise is selected, you must also select a WPA mode from the drop-down menu: AUTO (WPA or WPA2), WPA2 Only, or WPA Only. WPA and WPA2 use different algorithms. AUTO (WPA or WPA2) allows you to use both WPA and WPA2. Cipher When WPA-Enterprise is selected, you must also select a cipher type from Type: the drop-down menu: Auto, AES, or TKIP.
Section 3 - Configuration 802.1x Authentication 802.1x Authentication can only be enabled for Access Point mode. Key Update Select the interval during which the group key will be valid (300 is the Interval: recommended value). A lower interval may reduce data transfer rates. RADIUS Enter the IP address of the RADIUS server. Server: RADIUS Enter the RADIUS port. Port: RADIUS Enter the RADIUS secret.
Section 3 - Configuration LAN LAN is short for Local Area Network. This is considered your internal network. These are the IP settings of the LAN interface for the DAP-2230. These settings may be referred to as private settings. You may change the LAN IP address if needed. The LAN IP address is private to your internal network and cannot be seen on the Internet. Get IP From: Static IP (Manual) is chosen here.
Section 3 - Configuration IPv6 Enable IPv6: Check to enable the IPv6. Get IP From: Auto is the default option. The DAP-2230 will get an IPv6 address automatically or use Static to set IPv6 address manually. When Auto is selected, the other fields here will be grayed out. IP Address: Enter the LAN IPv6 address used here. Prefix: Enter the LAN subnet prefix length value used here. Default Enter the LAN default gateway IPv6 address used here.
Section 3 - Configuration Advanced Settings Performance Wireless: Use the drop-down menu to turn the wireless function On or Off. Wireless The different combination of clients that can be supported include Mixed Mode: 802.11n, 802.11g and 802.11b, Mixed 802.11g and 802.11b and 802.11n Only. Please note that when backwards compatibility is enabled for legacy (802.11g/b) clients, degradation of 802.11n wireless performance is expected.
Section 3 - Configuration WMM (Wi-Fi WMM stands for Wi-Fi Multimedia. Enabling this feature will improve the Multimedia): user experience for audio and video applications over a Wi-Fi network. Ack Time Out To effectively optimize throughput over long distance links, enter a value (2.4 GHZ, for Acknowledgement Time Out from 64 to 200 microseconds in the 2.4 64~200): GHz in the field provided. Short GI: Select Enable or Disable. Enabling a short guard interval can increase throughput.
Section 3 - Configuration Wireless Resource Control The Wireless Resource Control window is used to configure the wireless connection settings so that devices can detect and connect to the Access Point with the strongest signal. Wireless band: Select 2.4 Ghz. Connection Select Enable or Disable. This is an option for load balancing. This deLimit: termines whether to limit the number of users accessing this device. The exact number is entered in the User Limit field below.
Section 3 - Configuration RSSI When RSSI is selected in the Aging out drop-down menu, select the perThreshold: centage of RSSI here. When the RSSI of wireless clients is lower than the specified percentage, the device disconnects the wireless clients. Data Rate When Data Rate is selected in the Aging out drop-down menu, select Threshold: the threshold of data rate here. When the data rate of wireless clients is lower than the specified number, the device disconnects the wireless clients.
Section 3 - Configuration Multi-SSID The device supports up to four multiple Service Set Identifiers. In the Basic > Wireless section, you can set the Primary SSID. The SSID’s factory default setting is dlink. The SSID can be easily changed to connect to an existing wireless network or to establish a new wireless network. Enable Check to enable support for multiple SSIDs. Multi-SSID: Band: This read-only value is the current band setting. Index: You can select up to three multi-SSIDs.
Section 3 - Configuration VLAN VLAN List The DAP-2230 supports VLANs. VLANs can be created with a Name and VID. Mgmt (TCP stack), LAN, Primary Multiple SSID, and WDS connection can be assigned to VLANs as they are physical ports. Any packet which enters the DAP-2230 without a VLAN tag will have a VLAN tag inserted with a PVID. The VLAN List tab displays the current VLANs. VLAN Use the radio button to toggle between Enable or Disable.
Section 3 - Configuration Port List The Port List tab displays the current ports. If you want to configure guest and internal networks on a Virtual LAN (VLAN), the switch and DHCP server you are using must also support VLANs. As a prerequisite step, configure a port on the switch for handling VLAN tagged packets as described in the IEEE 802.1Q standard. VLAN Use the radio button to toggle to Enable. Next, go to the Add/Edit VLAN Status: tab to add or modify an item on the VLAN List tab.
Section 3 - Configuration Add/Edit VLAN The Add/Edit VLAN tab is used to configure VLANs. Once you have made the desired changes, click the Save button to let your changes take effect. VLAN Use the radio button to toggle to Enable. Status: VLAN ID: Provide an ID number between 1 and 4094 for the Internal VLAN. VLAN Enter the VLAN to add or modify.
Section 3 - Configuration PVID Setting The PVID Setting tab is used to enable/disable the Port VLAN Identifier Auto Assign Status as well as to configure various types of PVID settings. Click the Save button to let your changes take effect. VLAN Status: Use the radio button to toggle between Enable and Disable. PVID Auto Use the radio button to toggle PVID auto assign status to Enable.
Section 3 - Configuration Intrusion The Wireless Intrusion Protection window is used to set APs as All, Valid, Neighborhood, Rogue, and New. Click the Save button to let your changes take effect. AP List: The choices include All, Valid, Neighbor, Rogue, and New. Detect: Click this button to initiate a scan of the network.
Section 3 - Configuration Schedule The Wireless Schedule Settings window is used to add and modify scheduling rules on the device. Click the Save button to let your changes take effect. Wireless Use the drop-down menu to enable the device’s scheduling feature. Schedule: Name: Enter a name for the new scheduling rule in the field provided. Index: Select the SSID the schedule will apply to from the drop-down menu. SSID: Enter the name of your wireless network (SSID).
Section 3 - Configuration Internal RADIUS Server The DAP-2230 features a built-in RADIUS server. Once you have finished adding a RADIUS account, click the Save button to have your changes take effect. The newly-created account will appear in this RADIUS Account List. The radio buttons allow the user to enable or disable the RADIUS account. Click the icon in the delete column to remove the RADIUS account. We suggest you limit the number of accounts to under 30.
Section 3 - Configuration ARP Spoofing Prevention Settings The ARP Spoofing Prevention feature allows users to add IP/MAC address mapping to prevent ARP spoofing attacks. ARP This check box allows you to enable the ARP spoofing prevention function. Spoofing Prevention: Gateway Enter a gateway IP address. IP Address: Gateway Enter a gateway MAC address.
Section 3 - Configuration Bandwidth Optimization The Bandwidth Optimization window allows the user to manage the bandwidth of the access point and adjust the bandwidth for various wireless clients. After inputting a Bandwidth Optimization rule, click the Add button. To discard a Bandwidth Optimization Rule setting, click the Clear button. Click the Save button to let your changes take effect. Enable Use the drop-down menu to Enable the Bandwidth Optimization function.
Section 3 - Configuration Allocate All clients share the total bandwidth. specific BW for SSID: Band: Use the drop-down menu to toggle the wireless band 2.4 Ghz. SSID Index: Use the drop-down menu to select the SSID for the specified wireless band. Downlink Enter the downlink speed limit in either Kbits/sec or Mbits/sec for the rule. Speed: Uplink Enter the upload speed limit in either Kbits/sec or Mbits/sec for the rule.
Section 3 - Configuration AP Array AP Array Scan The AP Array window is used to create up to 32 APs on a local network to be organized into a single group in order to simplify management. Click the Save button to let your changes take effect. Central WiFiManager and AP Array are mutually exclusive functions. Enable AP Select the check box to enable the AP array function. The three modes that Array: are available are Master, Backup Master, and Slave. APs in the same array will use the same configuration.
Section 3 - Configuration Configuration Settings In the AP array configuration settings windows, users can specify which settings all the APs in the group will inherit from the master AP. Make the desired selections in this window and click the Save button to accept the changes. Enable AP Select to Enable or Disable the AP array configure feature here. Array Configuration: Wireless Select this option to specify the basic wireless settings that the APs in the Basic group will inherit.
Section 3 - Configuration Auto-RF In this window, users can view and configure the automatic radio frequency settings as well as configure the auto-initiate period and threshold values. Click the Save button to accept the changes made. Enable: Select to Enable or Disable the auto-RF feature here. Auto-RF: Initiate Click the Auto-RF Optimize button to initiate the auto-RF optimization Auto-RF: feature. Auto-Initiate: Select the Enable or Disable the auto-initiate feature here.
Section 3 - Configuration Load Balance In this window, users can view and configure the AP array’s load balancing settings. Click the Save button to accept the changes made. Enable Load Select to Enable or Disable the load balance feature here. Balance: Active Enter the active threshold value here.
Section 3 - Configuration Captive Portal Authentication Captive Portal is a built-in web authentication server. When a client connects to an AP, the user’s web browser will be redirected to a web authentication page. In this configuration option, administrators can view and configure the Captive Portal settings.
Section 3 - Configuration Username/Password After selecting Username/Password as the Authentication Type, administrators can configure the Username and Password that each wireless client will be prompted for when requesting access to the network. Session Enter the session timeout value here. This value can be from 1 to 1440 timeout minutes. By default, this value is 60 minutes. (1-1440): Band: Select 2.4 Ghz. SSID Index: Select the SSID for this Authentication.
Section 3 - Configuration Passcode After selecting Passcode as the Authentication Type, administrators can configure the Passcode that each wireless client will be prompted for when requesting access to the network. A passcode will be randomly generated upon clicking Add. Session Enter the session timeout value here. This value can be from 1 to 1440 timeout minutes. By default, this value is 60 minutes. (1-1440): Band: Select 2.4 Ghz. SSID Index: Select the SSID for this Authentication.
Section 3 - Configuration Remote Radius After selecting Remote RADIUS as the Authentication Type, administrators can configure the Remote RADIUS authentication settings required to join the network. Session Enter the session timeout value here. This value can be from 1 to 1440 timeout minutes. By default, this value is 60 minutes. (1-1440): Band: Select 2.4 Ghz. SSID Index: Select the SSID for this Authentication. Authentication Select the captive portal encryption type here.
Section 3 - Configuration LDAP After selecting LDAP as the Authentication Type, administrators can configure the LDAP authentication settings required to join the network. Session Enter the session timeout value here. This value can be from 1 to 1440 timeout minutes. By default, this value is 60 minutes. (1-1440): Band: Select 2.4 Ghz. SSID Index: Select the SSID for this Authentication. Authentication Select the captive portal encryption type here.
Section 3 - Configuration Base DN: Enter the administrator’s domain name here Account Enter the LDAP account attribute string here. Attribute: Identity: This string will be used to search for clients. Enter the identity’s full path string here. Alternatively, select the Auto Copy checkbox to automatically add the generic full path of the web page in the identity field.
Section 3 - Configuration POP3 After selecting POP3 as the Authentication Type, administrators can configure the POP3 authentication settings required to join the network. Session Enter the session timeout value here. This value can be from 1 to 1440 timeout minutes. By default, this value is 60 minutes. (1-1440): Band: Select 2.4 Ghz. SSID Index: Select the SSID for this Authentication. Authentication Select the captive portal encryption type here.
Section 3 - Configuration Login Page Upload In this window, users can upload a custom login page picture that will be used by the captive portal feature. Click the Browse button to navigate to the image file, located on the managing computer and then click the Upload button to initiate the upload. Upload In this field the path to the image file that will be uploaded will be displayed. picture Alternatively, the path can be manually entered here.
Section 3 - Configuration IP Filter Enter the IP address or network address that will be used in the IP filter rule. For example, an IP address like 192.168.70.66 or a network address like 192.168.70.0. This IP address or network will be inaccessible to wireless clients on this network. Wireless Select the wireless band for MAC Bypass. Band: IP Address: Enter the IP address or network address. Subnet Enter the subnet mask of the IP address or networks address.
Section 3 - Configuration MAC Bypass The DAP-2230 features a wireless MAC Bypass. Once a MAC address is added to the bypass list, that client will skip the Captive Portal Authentication process when joining a network. Once an administrator is finished adjusting these settings, click the Save button to have the changes take effect. Wireless Select the wireless band for MAC Bypass. Band: SSID Index: Select the SSID for MAC Bypass.
Section 3 - Configuration DHCP Server Dynamic Pool Settings The DHCP address pool defines the range of the IP addresses that can be assigned to stations on the network. A Dynamic Pool allows wireless stations to receive an available IP with lease time control. If needed or required for the network, the DAP-2230 is capable of acting as a DHCP server. Function Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) assigns dynamic IP addresses Enable/ to devices on the network.
Section 3 - Configuration Static Pool Setting A static pool allows specific IP addresses to be reserved to wireless stations. Function Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) assigns IP addresses to wireless Enable/ devices on the network. This protocol simplifies network management and Disable: allows new wireless devices to receive IP addresses automatically without the need to manually assign IP addresses. Select Enable to allow the DAP-2230 to function as a DHCP server.
Section 3 - Configuration Current IP Mapping List This window displays information about the current assigned DHCP dynamic and static IP address pools. This information is available when you enable DHCP server on the AP and assign dynamic and static IP address pools. Current DHCP These are IP address pools the DHCP server has assigned using the dynamic Dynamic Profile: pool setting. Host Name: The host name of a device on the network that is assigned an IP address from the DHCP dynamic pool.
Section 3 - Configuration Filters Wireless MAC ACL Wireless Displays the current wireless band rate. Band: Access Select Disable to disable the filters function. Control List: MAC Select Accept to accept only those devices with MAC addresses in the Access Address: Control List. All other devices not on the list will be rejected. MAC Select Reject to reject the devices with MAC addresses on the Access Control Address List. All other devices not on the list will be accepted.
Section 3 - Configuration WLAN Partition Wireless Displays the current wireless band rate. Band: Link Select Enable or Disable. Integrity: Ethernet The default is Enable. When disabled, all data from the Ethernet port to to WLAN associated wireless devices will be blocked. Wireless devices can still send Access: data to the Ethernet port. Internal The default value is Enable, which allows stations to inter-communicate by Station connecting to a target AP.
Section 3 - Configuration Traffic Control Uplink/Downlink Settings The uplink/downlink setting allows users to customize the downlink and uplink interfaces including specifying downlink/uplink bandwidth rates in Mbits per second. These values are also used in the QoS and Traffic Manager windows. Once the desired uplink and downlink settings have been selected, click the Save button to let your changes take effect. Downlink The downlink bandwidth in Mbits per second.
Section 3 - Configuration QoS Quality of Service (QoS) enhances the experience of using a network by prioritizing the traffic of different applications. A QoS Rule identifies a specific message flow and assigns a priority to that flow. For most applications, the priority classifiers ensure the right priorities and specific QoS Rules are not required. QoS supports overlapping rules. If more than one rule matches a specific message flow, the rule with the highest priority will be used.