D-Link AirPremier DWL-1000AP+ Enterprise 2.
Contents Package Contents ................................................................................ 3 Introduction ........................................................................................... 4 LEDs ..................................................................................................... 6 Wireless Basics .................................................................................... 7 Getting Started ....................................................................
Package Contents Contents of Package: D-Link AirPremier DWL-1000AP+ Enterprise 2.4 GHz Wireless Access Point Manual and Warranty on CD Quick Installation Guide Power Supply - 5V DC, 2.0A Ethernet Cable (DWL-1000AP+ Ethernet port is Auto-MDIX) Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage rating than the one included with the DWL-1000AP+ will cause damage and void the warranty for this product. If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller.
Introduction The D-Link AirPremier DWL-1000AP+ Wireless Access Point is an 802.1x high-performance wireless access point. With a second level of security that is not offered with other conventional 802.11 standards-compatible Access Points, the DWL-1000AP+ ensures a more secure wireless network than ever before. In addition to WEP encryption, the DWL-1000AP+ offers an Authentication capability when used with 802.1x compatible devices.
Features and Benefits Supports 802.1x for wireless user authentication into the network, resulting in a more secure wireless network than was previously possible.
LEDs After the initial post sequence, upon startup, the LEDs will read as follows: Diagnostic A solid green light indicates that the unit is defective. Power/Status A solid green light indicates a proper connection to the power supply. Local Network A solid green light indicates an Ethernet connection on ports 1-2. This LED blinks during data transmission. WLAN (Wireless Local Area Network)A solid green light indicates that the wireless segment is ready.
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.
Wireless Basics (continued) People use wireless LAN technology for many different purposes: Mobility - Productivity increases when people have access to data in any location within the operating range of the WLAN. Management decisions based on real-time information can significantly improve worker efficiency. Low Implementation Costs – WLANs (Wireless Local Area Networks) are easy to set up, manage, change and relocate.
Wireless Basics (continued) The DWL-1000AP+ is compatible with the following D-Link AirPro dual-band wireless network adapters: 2.4GHz multimode Wireless Cardbus Adapter used with laptop computers (DWL-AB650) 2.4GHz Wireless PCI card used with desktop computers AB520) (DWL- The DWL-1000AP+ is also compatible with the following D-Link AirPlus wireless network adapters: 2.4GHz Wireless PCI card used with desktop computers (DWL-520+) 2.
Wireless Basics (continued) Installation Considerations 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. The key to maximizing wireless range is to follow these basic guidelines: 1.
Getting Started Here is a sample of a network setup using the 802.1x compliant DWL-1000AP+ access point. Your network may look different. For successful communication, you will need 802.1x compliant devices, including 802.1x compliant wireless network adapters. If you are using two or more access points in conjunction for load-balancing or backup, please remember that IAPP (Inter Access Point Protocol) is passed through the Ethernet connection.
Using the Configuration Menu There are several methods of managing your network with the DWL-1000AP+. You can use the web-based configuration that is illustrated in this section. To access the configuration menu, input the IP Address (192.168.0.50) of the DWL-1000AP+ into the address field in your web browser. Or if you have a network with a group of Access Points, you can use the AP Manager to configure the Access Points. Lastly, you can use SNMP to manage your network.
Using the Configuration Menu Home > Wireless AP Name: You may choose to rename your Access Point, especially if you have more than one Access Point on your network. SSID: (Service Set Identifier) default is the default setting. The SSID is a unique name that identifies a network. All devices on a network must share the same SSID name in order to communicate on the network. If you choose to change the SSID from the default setting, input your new SSID name in this field.
Using the Configuration Menu Home > LAN Dynamic IP Address: Select this option if you would like to have an IP Address automatically assigned to the DWL-1000AP+ by a DHCP server in your network. DHCP stands for Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol. It is a protocol for assigning dynamic IP addresses “automatically.” With a DHCP Server there is no need to manually assign an IP address. Static IP Address: Select this option if you are manually assigning an IP Address. IP Address: 192.168.0.
Using the Configuration Menu Home > DHCP DHCP Server: Select Enabled or Disabled. Disabled is the default setting. If you want to use the Access Point as a DHCP server to automatically assign Dynamic IP Addresses on the network, you will select Enabled.
Using the Configuration Menu Advanced > Mode Access Point: The Access Point is selected as the default setting. This must be selected to use Load Balancing Mode and Backup Mode. Load Balancing: Allow several DWL-1000AP+’s with the same group name to share the wireless network traffic. We recommend an optimal number of three DWL-1000AP+’s in close proximity because there are 3 non-overlapping channels (as specified by the 802.11b standard.
Using the Configuration Menu Advanced > Performance The default Performance settings are shown here. Beacon Interval: Beacons are packets sent by an Access Point to synchronize a wireless network. Specify a Beacon interval value. Default (100) is recommended. RTS Threshold: This value should remain at its default setting of 2,432. If you encounter inconsistent data flow, only minor modifications to the value range between 256 and 2,432 are recommended.
SSID Broadcast: (Service Set Identifier) Enable or Disable (default) the broadcast of the SSID name across the network. SSID is a name that identifies a wireless network. All devices on a network must use the same SSID to establish communication. Client Security: Disabled is the default setting. Enabling this setting ensures that the wireless clients will be secure and their files and folders will not be available to other wireless clients Antenna selection: Choose Left, Right or Diversity.
Using the Configuration Menu Advanced > 802.1x Disabled is the default selection for 802.1x protocol. Select Enabled to enable it. Encryption Key: Select the key length, either 64 bits or 128 bits. Lifetime: Select 5, 15, 30 minutes, or 1or 8 hours, or 1 day for the authentication period. After this period expires, a new key will automatically be generated. Radius Server 1 IP: Enter the IP Address of the Radius Server Port: Enter the port number that your Radius Server uses for Authentication.
Using the Configuration Menu Tools > Admin SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) is a widely used network monitoring and control protocol. The DWL-1000AP+ supports SNMP V1. SNMP allows one computer on the network (the administrator) to monitor the devices on the network and to perform management functions. New Password: Enter the new password Confirm Password: Re-enter the password to confirm it Enabled is the default selection. Select Disabled to disable it.
Using the Configuration Menu Tools > System Save Settings: The current system settings can be saved as a file onto the local hard drive. Load Settings: The saved file or any other saved setting file can be loaded back on the Access Point. To reload a system settings file, click on Browse to browse the local hard drive and locate the system file to be used. Click Load when you have selected the file to be loaded back onto the Access Point.
Using the Configuration Menu Tools > Firmware Firmware Upgrade You can upgrade the firmware of the Access Point at this page. Make sure the firmware you want to use is on the local hard drive of the computer. Click on Browse to browse the local hard drive and locate the firmware to be used for the update. Please check the D-Link support site for firmware updates at http://support.dlink.com. Once you have found the firmware to be used, click Apply.
Using the Configuration Menu Status > Log View Log The Access Point keeps a running log of events and activities occurring on the AP. If the device is rebooted, the logs are automatically cleared. You may save the log files under Log Setting. First Page - The first page of the log. Last Page - The last page of the log. Previous - Moves back one log page. Next - Moves forward one log page. Clear - Clears the logs completely. Log Settings - Brings up the page to configure the logs.
Using the Configuration Menu Status> Stats Traffic Statistics The Access Point keeps statistics of traffic that passes through it. You are able to view the amount of packets that passes through the Router on both the Ethernet portion of the network and the Wireless portion of the network. The traffic counter will reset if the device is rebooted. Status > Wireless Connected Wireless PCs LIst This list displays the MAC Addresses of connected PC’s and the length of time that they have been connected.
Using the Configuration Menu Help Select from the menu above for extra help.
Troubleshooting This chapter provides solutions to problems that can occur during the installation and operation of the DWL-1000AP+. We cover various aspects of the network including network adapters. (The examples below are illustrated in Windows XP. If you have another operating system, these solutions will still apply although the appearance on your computer screen may differ.) Note: It is recommended that you use an Ethernet connection to configure the DWL-1000AP+ Access Point. 1.
Troubleshooting (continued) 2. The wireless client cannot access the Internet in the Infrastructure mode. Make sure the wireless client is associated and joined with the correct Access Point. To check this connection: Right-click on the Local Area Connection icon in the taskbar> select View Available Wireless Networks. The Connect to Wireless Network screen will appear. Please make sure you have selected the correct available network, as shown in the illustrations below.
Troubleshooting (continued) Assigning a Static IP Address in Windows XP/2000 Note: Residential Gateways/Broadband Routers will automatically assign IP Addresses to the computers on the network, using DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) technology. If you are using a DHCP-capable Gateway/Router you will not need to assign Static IP Addresses.
Troubleshooting (continued) Assigning a Static IP Address in Windows XP/2000 Right-click on Local Area Connections Double-click on Properties Assigning a Static IP Address in Windows XP/2000 Click on Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Click Properties 29
Troubleshooting (continued) Assigning a Static IP Address in Windows XP/2000 In the window below, select Use the following IP address. Input your IP address and subnet mask. (The IP Addresses on your network must be within the same range. For example, if one computer has an IP Address of 192.168.0.2, the other computers should have IP Addresses that are sequential, like 192.168.0.3 and 192.168.0.4. The subnet mask must be the same for all the computers on the network.) IP Address: e.g., 192.168.0.
Troubleshooting (continued) 3. Check that the drivers for the network adapters are installed properly. You may be using different network adapters than those illustrated here, but this procedure will remain the same, regardless of the type of network adapters you are using.
Troubleshooting (continued) Double-click on Network Adapters Right-click on D-Link DFE-530TX+ Ethernet PCI Adapter Select Properties to check that the drivers are installed properly Look under Device Status to check that the device is working properly D-Link DFE-530TX+ Ethernet PCI Adapter D-Link Ethernet DFE-530TX+ PCI Adapter Click OK 32
Troubleshooting (continued) 4. What variables may cause my wireless products to lose reception? D-Link products let you access your network from virtually anywhere you want. However, the positioning of the products within your environment will affect the wireless range. Please refer to Installation Considerations in the Wireless Basics section of this manual for further information about the most advantageous placement of your D-Link wireless products. 5.
Troubleshooting (continued) 7. Why is load balancing not working properly within a group of access points? Check that the access points are connected through the ethernet cable. Please keep in mind that the IAPP (Inter Access Point Protocol) is passed only through the ethernet connection. Check that the same Group Name is specified in the setting for each access point. 8.
Technical Specifications Standards IEEE 802.3 IEEE 802.3u IEEE 802.11b IEEE 802.1x Diagnostic LED Power Diagnostic WLAN (Wireless Local Area Network) (2) Local Network (Ethernet) Temperature Operating: 0ºC to 55ºC (32ºF to 131ºF) Storing: -20ºC to 75ºC (-4ºF to 167ºF) Humidity: 95% maximum, non-condensing External Antenna Type: 2.0dB gain with reverse SMA connector Power Input: External Power Supply: DC5V, 2.0A Device Management: Web-based: Internet Explorer v.
Technical Specifications Data Rates:* (with Automatic Fallback) 1, 2, 5.5, 11Mbps (22Mbps in proprietary Turbo mode) Encryption: Supports 64-bit, 128-bit or 256-bit WEP encryption (RC4) Frequency Range: 2.4 – 2.4835 GHz Modulation Techniques: Barker (1Mbps/0db) Barker (2Mbps/3db) CCK (5.5Mbps/5.5db) PBCC (5.5Mbps/8.5db) CCK (11Mbps/8.5db) PBCC (11Mbps/4.5db) PBCC (22Mbps/8.
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