Table of Contents Table of Contents Product Overview......................................................... 4 Package Contents.................................................... 4 System Requirements.............................................. 4 Introduction............................................................... 5 Hardware Overview.................................................. 6 DHP-306AV LEDs.............................................. 6 DHP-306AV Connections............................
Table of Contents Configure WEP................................................. 64 Configure WPA-PSK......................................... 65 Using Windows® XP................................................ 66 Configure WEP................................................. 67 Configure WPA-PSK......................................... 69 Troubleshooting......................................................... 71 Wireless Basics..........................................................
Section 1 - Product Overview Product PackageOverview Contents • D-Link DHP-306AV Powerline AV Network Adapter • D-Link DHP-W306AV Powerline AV Wireless N Extender • CAT5 Ethernet Cable X 2 • CD-ROM with Software and User Manual • Quick Install Guide System Requirements Network Requirements • IEEE 802.11n or 802.11g wireless clients • 10/100 Ethernet clients Browser Requirements • Internet Explorer 6.0 or higher • Firefox 3.0 or higher • Safari 3.0 or higher • Chrome 2.
Section 1 - Product Overview Introduction For users who have never set up a powerline network before, the DHP-W307AV Powerline Networking Kit provides a hassle-free way to quickly set up a network to reach every corner of your home. Extend your Internet connection to home computers, networking devices, and gaming consoles using the most pervasive medium in your house - the electrical wiring. The included wireless module provides connectivity to all wireless devices within range.
Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Overview DHP-306AV LEDs Powerline LED • Solid. The device is connected to a Powerline network. • Blinking. The device is transmitting data. • Off. The device has not found any other compatible Powerline devices using the same encryption key. Power LED • Solid. The device is receiving electrical power. • Blinking. The device is setting itself up after reset or security button was pressed or power saving mode enabled. • Off. The device is not receiving electrical power.
Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Overview DHP-306AV Connections Simple Connect Button Press to secure your network. Refer to page 8 for more information. Reset Button Press and hold the button for 1 second to reset to factory default. RJ-45 10/100BASE-TX Ethernet Port Connects to Digital Media Devices, PCs, Game Consoles, Network Storage Devices CAT5 Ethernet cable.
Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Overview DHP-W306AV LEDs Power LED • Solid. The device is receiving electrical power. • Blinking. The device is setting itself up after reset or security button was pressed or power saving mode enabled. • Off. The device is not receiving electrical power. Powerline LED • Solid. The device is connected to a Powerline network. • Blinking. The device is transmitting data. • Off.
Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Overview DHP-W306AV Connections ON / OFF button Turns the device on or off.
Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Overview DHP-W306AV Side Reset Button Press and hold to reset the device back to the factory default settings. WPS/Eny LED When enabling WPS, the light will blink during broadcast. Once connected, the LED will remain lit 5 seconds and then will turn off. The LED will start blinking after the Encryption button is pushed. The LED will turn off once the Powerline AV is connected to a Powerline network.
Section 2 - Installation Hardware Installation SET-UP DHP-306AV Plug the DHP-306AV into an AC wall outlet close to your router and connect the included CAT5 Ethernet cable to the Ethernet jack of the DHP-306AV to your router as seen in Room A.
Section 2 - Installation Hardware Installation SET-UP DHP-W306AV 1. Plug the DHP-W306AV into an AC wall outlet of the room where you want to extend your home network as seen in Room B. 2. Connect one end of the supplied CAT5 Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port of the DHP-W306AV and the other end of the cable to the Ethernet port of your computer.
Section 2 - Installation Powerline Network - Quick Setup Simple Connection Button Usage The Simple Connection Button is used to add a Powerline AV device to a Powerline network. You can allow a Powerline AV device to join a network by pressing the Simple Connection Button to toggle it to the Broadcast state or Join state.
Section 2 - Installation Powerline Installation Considerations Plan the location of your Powerline devices: 1. Connect Powerline devices to electrical outlets that are not controlled by a wall switch to avoid accidentally turning off power to the device. 2. Do not connect the Powerline AV Ethernet Adapter to an extension cord, surge protector, or power strip as this might prevent it from working correctly, or reduce the network performance. 3.
Section 2 - Installation Wireless Installation Considerations The D-Link wireless 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 that the number, thickness and location of walls, ceilings, or other objects that the wireless signals must pass through may limit the range. Typical ranges vary depending on the types of materials and background RF (radio frequency) noise in your home or business.
Section 2 - Installation Using the Setup Utility Follow the simple steps below to run the Setup Wizard to guide you quickly through the installation process. Insert the D-Link DHP-W307AV CD into your CD-ROM drive. If the CD Autorun function does not automatically start on your computer, click Start > Run. In the Run command box type “D:\autorun.exe”, where D: represents the drive letter of your CD-ROM. If it does start, proceed to the next screen.
Section 3 - Configuration Configuration After you have completed the D-Link Powerline AV Utility installation wizard, double-click the D-Link Powerline AV Utility icon on your desktop to start the configuration of the DHP-306AV. Double-click the D-Link Powerline AV Utility icon The D-Link Powerline AV Utility provides you the option of setting your own Powerline network and the network information of connected Powerline devices.
Section 3 - Configuration Main Device Information Tab: Device Name: Shows the name of devices that have been discovered. The device name is initially set by the utility itself. Location: Shows the device is local or remote. Quality: Shows the network connection quality of the connected device. • Three squares - Suitable for HD video stream connection. • Two squares - Suitable for SD video stream connection. • One square - Suitable for data and Internet activity connection.
Section 3 - Configuration Configuration Buttons: Scan Button: Scan for connected Powerline devices. Rename Button: Select a Powerline device first and then change the device name. Factory Reset Button: Select a Powerline device first and then reset to factory default encryption key and firmware version. Firmware Upgrade Button: The firmware upgrade is only for local device. Select the appropriate firmware files and then proceed.
Section 4 - Security Security Understanding the Encryption Key setting: The Powerline devices on the same network must use an identical encryption key. The default encryption key of each Powerline device is HomePlugAV. All devices with default encryption key can communicate with each other. It’s recommended to create a private encryption key for network security purpose. The private encryption key allows you to protect your network from unauthorized access via the Powerline network.
Section 4 - Security 2. Select the remote device and then enter the device password into the Set Device Password window. Then click OK. 3. Select the Powerline devices that you would like to apply the encryption key setting. Then type your private encryption key into the Encryption Key Setting field and click Set Selected Devices. The utility will show a message once the setting been completed. Note: Please keep your private encryption key in your record after you change it. 4.
Section 3 - Configuration Using the Web-based Configuration Utility Connect an Ethernet cable from the Ethernet port on the DHP-W306AV to a computer for configuration. If you wish to change the default settings or optimize the performance of the DHP-W306AV, you may use the web-based configuration utility. To access the configuration utility, open a web browser such as Internet Explorer and enter either http://dlinkap or http://192.168.0.50 in the address field.
Section 3 - Configuration PLC Settings This section will show you how to configure your new D-Link Powerline AV using the web-based configuration utility.
Section 3 - Configuration Network Name: You can set the name of your network and to make it either public or private. Make sure the Network Name of all of the devices within your Powerline network is the same. Public Network Select this option if you would like to make your Name: powerline network public with the default Network Name of “HomePlugAV”. Since this is a commonly used Network Name, it is less secure than a private Network Name.
Section 3 - Configuration Member List: This section provides information on the Powerline AV devices in your Powerline network, or any devices that were previously connected but it are currently disconnected. Link Rate: Displays the device’s current data rate in Mbps. Status: This field shows the status of the device. If the field displays the word Connect, then the device is connected to your Powerline network.
Section 3 - Configuration Wireless Setup Wizard Click Launch Wireless Setup Wizard to configure your access point and skip to the next page. To set up your wireless network, click Add Wireless Device With WPS and skip to page 38. If you would like to enter your settings without running the wizard, click Wireless Setup on the left side and skip to page 40.
Section 3 - Configuration This Wizard is designed to assist you in configuring your DHP-W306AV as an access point. Enter the Device Name of the AP and click Next to continue. This is the NetBIOS name for the AP. Changing the Device Name is recommended if there is more than one D-Link device within the same wireless network. If you would like to change the admin account password, enter a new password and click Next. Changing the password is strongly recommended.
Section 3 - Configuration Select Auto as the configuration method only if your wireless device supports Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS). For Manual setup, skip to the next page. Click Next to continue. Click Save to save your network settings. In order for your network settings to take effect the AP will reboot automatically. When the device has finished rebooting the main screen will be displayed.
Section 3 - Configuration Select Manual as the configuration method to set up your network manually. Click Next to continue. Enter a name for your wireless network (SSID). Select Automatically assign a network key to have the access point generate a key for you to enter on your wireless clients. If you would like to enter your own key, select Manually assign a network key. To use WPA security, check the use WPA encryption instead of WEP box. If left unchecked, WEP encryption will be used.
Section 3 - Configuration The following screen will display you the network key to enter on your wireless clients. Click Save to finish the Setup Wizard.
Section 3 - Configuration Add Wireless Device with WPS This Wizard is designed to assist you with your wireless network setup. It will guide you through step-by-step instructions on how to set up your wireless network and how to make it secure. Adding a Wireless Device Using the PIN Method Select PIN to use your PIN number from your wireless device to connect to your network. Click Connect to continue. Start WPS on the wireless device you are adding to you wireless network to complete the setup.
Section 3 - Configuration Adding a Wireless Device Using the PBC Method Select PBC to use Push Button Configuration in order to connect to your network. Click Connect to continue. Press the WPS Button on the wireless device that you are adding to your network to complete the setup.
Section 3 - Configuration Wireless Setup Enable Wireless: Check this box to enable the wireless function. If you would prefer not to use wireless, uncheck the box to disable all the wireless functions. You may also set up a specific time range (schedule). Select a schedule from the drop-down menu or click Add New Schedule to create a new schedule.
Section 3 - Configuration Channel Width: Select the Channel Width: Auto 20/40 - Select if you are using both 802.11n and non-802.11n wireless devices. 20MHz - Select if you are not using any 802.11n wireless clients. Transmission Rate: Select the transmission rate. Best (automatic) is recommended for best performance. Enable Hidden Check the box if you do not want the SSID of your wireless network to be broadcasted by the DHP-W306AV.
Section 3 - Configuration LAN Setup - DHCP This section will allow you to change the local network settings of the access point and to configure the DHCP settings. LAN Connection Use the drop-down menu to select Dynamic IP Type: (DHCP) to automatically obtain an IP address on the LAN/private network. Device Name: Enter the Device Name of the AP. Changing the Device Name is recommended if there is more than one D-Link device within the subnet.
Section 3 - Configuration LAN Setup - Static IP Select Static IP to manually enter the IP address, subnet mask, and default gateway addresses. LAN Connection Type: Select Static IP from the drop-down menu. IP Address: Enter the IP address of the access point. The default IP address is 192.168.0.50. If you change the IP address, once you click Apply, you will need to enter the new IP address in your browser to return to the configuration utility. Subnet Mask: Enter the Subnet Mask.
Section 3 - Configuration MAC Address Filter Use MAC (Media Access Control) Filters to authorize wireless clients to access your network by their MAC addresses. When enabled, any client not on the MAC filter list will not be able to access your network. MAC Address Select Enable or Disable from the drop-down Filter: menu. MAC Address: Enter the MAC address you would like to filter. To find the MAC address on a computer, please refer to the Networking Basics section in this manual.
Section 3 - Configuration Advanced Wireless Transmit Power: Sets the transmit power of the antennas. Note: Transmit power is regulated by international standard. Users are forbidden to change its maximum limit. Beacon Period: Beacons are packets sent by an access point to synchronize a wireless network. Specify a value. 100 is the default setting and is recommended. DTIM Interval: (Delivery Traffic Indication Message) 1 is the default setting.
Section 3 - Configuration User Limit Enter the maximum number of wireless clients that can connect at one time to your access point. Enable User Check the Enable User Limit box to enable Limit: this feature. User Limit: Enter the maximum number of clients, between 1 and 32. Save Settings: Click Save Settings to save and activate the new changes.
Section 3 - Configuration Admin This page will allow you to change the Administrator password. The administrator password has read/write access. Password: Enter a new password for the Admin User Name. The administrator account can change the configuration of the device. Verify Enter the same password that you entered in the Password: previous textbox in order to confirm its accuracy.
Section 3 - Configuration System Save to Local Use this option to save the current access point Hard Drive: configuration settings to a file on the computer you are using. Click the Save button. You will then see a file dialog where you can select a location and file name for the settings. Upload from Local Use this option to load previously saved access Hard Drive: point configuration settings. Click Browse to find a previously saved configuration file.
Section 3 - Configuration Firmware You can upgrade the firmware of the access point from this page. Make sure the firmware you would like to use is on the local hard drive of your computer. Click Browse... to locate the firmware file to be used for the update. Please check the D-Link support site for firmware updates at http://support.dlink.com. You can download firmware upgrades to your hard drive from the D-Link support site.
Section 3 - Configuration Time The Time Configuration option allows you to configure, update, and maintain the correct time on the internal system clock. From this section you can set the time zone that you are in. Daylight Saving can also be configured to automatically adjust the time when needed. Time Zone: Select the Time Zone from the drop-down menu. To select Daylight Saving time manually, click Daylight Saving: the Enable Daylight Saving check box.
Section 3 - Configuration Schedules Schedules can be created for use with enforcing rules. For example, if you would like to restrict web access to MonFri from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., you could create a schedule selecting Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, and Fri and enter a Start Time of 3:00 p.m. and End Time of 8:00 p.m. Name: Enter a name for your new schedule. Days: Select a day, a range of days, or All Week to include every day. Time: Check All Days or enter a start and end time for your schedule.
Section 3 - Configuration Device Info This page displays the current information for the DHP-W306AV. It will display the LAN and wireless LAN information. General: Displays the access point’s time and firmware version. LAN: Displays the MAC address and the private (local) IP settings for the access point. Wireless LAN: Displays the wireless MAC address and your wireless settings such as SSID and Channel.
Section 3 - Configuration Logs The DHP-W306AV keeps a running log of events and activities occurring on the AP. If the AP is rebooted, the logs are automatically cleared. You can save the log files under Log Settings. Log Options: You can select the types of messages that you would like to display from the log: System Activity, Debug Information, Attacks, Dropped Packets, and Notice. Select the types you want to view and click Apply Log Settings Now.
Section 3 - Configuration Statistics The DHP-W306AV keeps statistics of the traffic that passes through it. You can view the amount of packets that pass through the LAN and wireless portions of the network. The traffic counter will reset if the access point is rebooted.
Section 3 - Configuration Wireless The wireless section allows you to view the wireless clients that are connected to your wireless access point. Connection Time: Displays the amount of time the wireless client has been connected to the access point. MAC Address: Displays the Ethernet ID (MAC address) of the wireless client.
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Section 4 - Security Wireless Security This section will show you the different levels of security you can use to protect your data from intruders. The DHP-W306AV offers the following types of security: • WPA2 (Wi-Fi Protected Access 2) • WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access) • WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) • WPA2-PSK (Pre-Shared Key) • WPA-PSK (Pre-Shared Key) What is WEP? WEP stands for Wired Equivalent Privacy. It is based on the IEEE 802.11 standard and uses the RC4 encryption algorithm.
Section 4 - Security What is WPA? WPA, or Wi-Fi Protected Access, is a Wi-Fi standard that was designed to improve the security features of WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy). The 2 major improvements over WEP: • Improved data encryption through the Temporal Key Integrity Protocol (TKIP). TKIP scrambles the keys using a hashing algorithm and, by adding an integrity-checking feature, ensures that the keys haven’t been tampered with. WPA2 is based on 802.
Section 4 - Security Configure WEP It is recommended to enable encryption on your wireless access point before your wireless network adapters. Please establish wireless connectivity before enabling encryption. Your wireless signal may degrade when enabling encryption due to the added overhead. 1. Log into the web-based configuration by opening a web browser and entering the IP address of the access point (192.168.0.50). Click on Setup and then click Wireless Settings on the left side. 2.
Section 4 - Security Configure WPA/WPA2 Personal It is recommended to enable encryption on your wireless access point before your wireless network adapters. Please establish wireless connectivity before enabling encryption. Your wireless signal may degrade when enabling encryption due to the added overhead. 1. Log into the web-based configuration by opening a web browser and entering the IP address of the access point (192.168.0.50). Click on Setup and then click Wireless Settings on the left side. 2.
Section 4 - Security Configure WPA/WPA2 Enterprise It is recommended to enable encryption on your wireless access point before your wireless network adapters. Please establish wireless connectivity before enabling encryption. Your wireless signal may degrade when enabling encryption due to the added overhead. 1. Log into the web-based configuration by opening a web browser and entering the IP address of the access point (192.168.0.50). Click on Setup and then click Wireless Settings on the left side. 2.
Section 5 - Connecting to a Wireless Network Connect to a Wireless Network Using Windows® 7 It is recommended to enable wireless security (WPA/WPA2) on your wireless router or access point before configuring your wireless adapter. If you are joining an existing network, you will need to know the security key or passphrase being used. 1. Click on the wireless icon in your system tray (lower-right corner). Wireless Icon 2. The utility will display any available wireless networks in your area.
Section 5 - Connecting to a Wireless Network 3. Highlight the wireless network (SSID) you would like to connect to and click the Connect button. If you get a good signal but cannot access the Internet, check your TCP/IP settings for your wireless adapter. Refer to the Networking Basics section in this manual for more information. 4. The following window appears while your computer tries to connect to the router.
Section 5 - Connecting to a Wireless Network 5. Enter the same security key or passphrase that is on your router and click Connect. You can also connect by pushing the WPS button on the router. It may take 20-30 seconds to connect to the wireless network. If the connection fails, please verify that the security settings are correct. The key or passphrase must be exactly the same as on the wireless router.
Section 5 - Connecting to a Wireless Network Configure WPS The WPS feature of the DHP-W306AV can be configured using Windows® 7. Carry out the following steps to use Windows® 7 to configure the WPS feature of the DHP-W306AV: 1. Click the Start button and select Computer from the Start menu. 2. Click the Network option.
Section 5 - Connecting to a Wireless Network 3. Double-click the DHP-W306AV. 4. Input the WPS PIN number (displayed in the WPS window on the Router’s LCD screen or in the Setup > Wireless Setup menu in the Router’s Web UI) and click Next.
Section 5 - Connecting to a Wireless Network 5. Type a name to identify the network. 6. To configure advanced settings, click the icon. Click Next to continue.
Section 5 - Connecting to a Wireless Network 7. The following window appears while the Router is being configured. Wait for the configuration to complete 8. The following window informs you that WPS on the DHPW306AV has been setup successfully. Make a note of the security key as you may need to provide this security key if adding an older wireless device to the network in the future. 9. Click Close to complete WPS setup.
Section 5 - Connecting to a Wireless Network Connect to a Wireless Network Using Windows Vista® Windows Vista® users may use the convenient, built-in wireless utility. Follow these instructions: From the Start menu, go to Control Panel, and then click on Network and Sharing Center. The utility will display any available wireless networks in your area. Click on a network (displayed using the SSID) under Select a network to connect to and then click the Connect button.
Section 5 - Connecting to a Wireless Network Click Connect Anyway to continue. The utility will display the following window to indicate a connection is being made. The final window indicates the establishment of a successful connection. The next two pages display the windows used to connect to either a WEP or a WPA-PSK wireless network.
Section 5 - Connecting to a Wireless Network Configure WEP It is recommended to enable WEP on your wireless bridge or access point before configuring your wireless adapter. If you are joining an existing network, you will need to know the WEP key being used. Click on a network (displayed using the SSID) using WEP under Select a network to connect to and then click the Connect button. Enter the appropriate security key or passphrase in the field provided and then click the Connect button.
Section 5 - Connecting to a Wireless Network Configure WPA-PSK It is recommended to enable WEP on your wireless bridge or access point before configuring your wireless adapter. If you are joining an existing network, you will need to know the WEP key being used. Click on a network (displayed using the SSID) using WPA-PSK under Select a network to connect to and then click the Connect button. Enter the appropriate security key or passphrase in the field provided and then click the Connect button.
Section 5 - Connecting to a Wireless Network Connect to a Wireless Network Using Windows® XP Windows® XP users may use the built-in wireless utility (Zero Configuration Utility). The following instructions are for Service Pack 2 users. If you are using another company’s utility or Windows® 2000, please refer to the user manual of your wireless adapter for help with connecting to a wireless network. Most utilities will have a “site survey” option similar to the Windows® XP utility as seen below.
Section 5 - Connecting to a Wireless Network Configure WEP It is recommended to enable WEP on your wireless bridge or access point before configuring your wireless adapter. If you are joining an existing network, you will need to know the WEP key being used. 1. Open the Windows® XP Wireless Utility by right-clicking on the wireless computer icon in your system tray (lower-right corner of screen). Select View Available Wireless Networks. 2.
Section 5 - Connecting to a Wireless Network 3. The Wireless Network Connection box will appear. Enter the same WEP key that is on your access point and click Connect. It may take 20-30 seconds to connect to the wireless network. If the connection fails, please verify that the WEP settings are correct. The WEP key must be exactly the same as on the wireless access point.
Section 5 - Connecting to a Wireless Network Configure WPA-PSK It is recommended to enable WEP on your wireless bridge or access point before configuring your wireless adapter. If you are joining an existing network, you will need to know the WEP key being used. 1. Open the Windows® XP Wireless Utility by right-clicking on the wireless computer icon in your system tray (lower-right corner of screen). Select View Available Wireless Networks. 2.
Section 5 - Connecting to a Wireless Network 3. The Wireless Network Connection box will appear. Enter the WPA-PSK passphrase and click Connect. It may take 20-30 seconds to connect to the wireless network. If the connection fails, please verify that the WPA-PSK settings are correct. The WPA-PSK passphrase must be exactly the same as on the wireless access point.
Section 6 - Troubleshooting Troubleshooting This chapter provides solutions to problems that can occur during the installation and operation of the DHP-W306AV. Read the following descriptions if you are having problems. (The examples below are illustrated in Windows® XP. If you have a different operating system, the screenshots on your computer will look similar to the following examples.) 1.
Section 6 - Troubleshooting • Configure your Internet settings: • Go to Start > Settings > Control Panel. Double-click the Internet Options Icon. From the Security tab, click the button to restore the settings to their defaults. • Click the Connection tab and set the dial-up option to Never Dial a Connection. Click the LAN Settings button. Make sure nothing is checked. Click OK. • Go to the Advanced tab and click the Reset... button to restore these settings to their defaults. Click OK three times.
Section 6 - Troubleshooting 3. Why can’t my Powerline AV device detect my other Powerline AV devices. This may due to the accidental change of the device password. Use the web-based configuration utility and select Setup > PLC SETTINGS. Fill in the password in the blank. Then repeat the same procedure to the other Powerline AV device via web-based configuration utility. 4. I can not start my Powerline AV device. Please check your power supply is working.
Appendix A - Wireless Basics Wireless Basics D-Link wireless products are based on industry standards to provide easy-to-use and compatible high-speed wireless connectivity within your home, business or public access wireless networks. Strictly adhering to the IEEE standard, the D-Link wireless family of products will allow you to securely access the data you want, when and where you want it. You will be able to enjoy the freedom that wireless networking delivers.
Appendix A - Wireless Basics What is Wireless? Wireless or Wi-Fi technology is another way of connecting your computer to the network without using wires. Wi-Fi uses radio frequency to connect wirelessly, so you have the freedom to connect computers anywhere in your home or office. D-Link is the worldwide leader and award winning designer, developer, and manufacturer of networking products. D-Link delivers the performance you need at a price you can afford.
Appendix A - Wireless Basics Who uses wireless? Wireless technology has become so popular in recent years that almost everyone is using it, whether it’s for home, office, business, D-Link has a wireless solution for it. Home • Gives everyone at home broadband access • Surf the web, check email, instant message, etc.
Appendix A - Wireless Basics Where is wireless used? Wireless technology is expanding everywhere not just at home or office. People like the freedom of mobility and it’s becoming so popular that more and more public facilities now provide wireless access to attract people. The wireless connection in public places is usually called “hotspots”.
Appendix A - Wireless Basics Security Don’t let your next-door neighbors or intruders connect to your wireless network. Secure your wireless network by turning on the WPA, WPA2, or WEP security feature on the access point. Refer to product manual for detail information on how to set it up. Wireless Modes There are basically two modes of networking: • Infrastructure – All wireless clients will connect to an access point or wireless bridge.
Appendix B - Networking Basics Networking Basics Check your IP address After you install your new D-Link adapter, by default, the TCP/IP settings should be set to obtain an IP address from a DHCP server (i.e. wireless router) automatically. To verify your IP address, please follow the steps below. Click on Start > Run. In the run box type cmd and click OK. (Windows Vista® users type cmd in the Start Search box.) At the prompt, type ipconfig and press Enter.
Appendix B - Networking Basics Statically Assign an IP address If you are not using a DHCP capable gateway/access point, or you need to assign a static IP address, please follow the steps below: Step 1 Windows Vista® Windows® XP Windows® 2000 - Click on Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center > Manage Network Connections. Click on Start > Control Panel > Network Connections. From the desktop, right-click My Network Places > Properties.
Appendix C - Technical Specifications Technical Specifications DHP-306AV Ethernet Interface • 10/100BASE-TX Ethernet Port with auto MDI/ MDIX • RJ-45 Connector EMC • FCC • CE Class B • C-Tick AC Input • 100-240V AC; 50/60Hz Safety • UL • CE LVD D-Link DHP-W307AV User Manual Encryption • 128 bit AES Operation Temperature • 0°C ~ 40°C Storage Temperature • -10°C ~ 70°C Humidity • Operation: 10% ~ 90% RH • Storage: 5% ~ 90% RH 81
Appendix C - Technical Specifications Technical Specifications DHP-W306AV STANDARDS • IEEE 802.3 • IEEE 802.3u • IEEE 802.11b • IEEE 802.11g • IEEE 802.11n • HomePlug AV POWERLINE INTERFACE • Power plug (country-dependent) ETHERNET INTERFACE • 10/100BASE-TX Ethernet Port with auto MDI/ MDIX • RJ-45 Connector WIRELESS FREQUENCY RANGE • 2.4 GHz to 2.497 GHz WEIGHT • 208 g (0.
