D-Link AirPlusTM G DWL-G710 802.
Contents Package Contents ................................................................................3 Introduction............................................................................................4 Connections ..........................................................................................5 LEDs ....................................................................................................6 Features ..............................................................................
Package Contents Contents of Package: D-Link AirPlusTM G DWL-G710 802.11g Wireless Range Extender Power Adapter-DC 5V, 2.0A Manual on CD Quick Installation Guide Ethernet Cable If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller. Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage rating than the one included with the DWL-G710 will cause damage and void the warranty for this product.
Introduction With a maximum wireless signal rate of up to five times the rate of previous wireless devices (up to 54Mbps*), you can work faster and more efficiently, increasing productivity. With the DWL-G710, bandwidth-intensive applications like graphics or multimedia will benefit significantly because large files are able to move across the network quickly.
Connections The LAN Port is Auto-MDI/MDIX. You can insert either a straight-through or a crossover Ethernet cable in this port in order to connect the DWL-G710 to the local network. Pressing the Reset Button restores the DWL-G710 to its original factory default settings.
LEDs LED stands for Light-Emitting Diode. The DWL-G710 Wireless Range Extender has 3 LEDs as shown below: Power: A steady green light indicates a connection to a power source. LAN: A steady green light indicates a good Ethernet connection. WLAN: A steady green light indicates a good wireless connection. A blinking light indicates that the DWL-G710 is receiving/transmitting from/to the wireless network.
Features and Benefits Extends the range of your wireless network. With a maximum wireless signal rate of up to 54Mbps* with AirPlus G Products, the DWL-G710 delivers media rich content such as digital images, videos, and MP3 files much faster than standard 802.11b networks. Fully 802.11b compatible – Fully compatible with the IEEE 802.11b standard and interoperable with all existing 802.11b compliant devices. Easy setup with the setup wizard.
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. D-Link wireless products will allow you access to the data you want, when and where you want it. You will be able to enjoy the freedom that wireless networking brings. A wireless local area network (WLAN) is a computer network that transmits and receives data with radio signals instead of wires.
Wireless Basics (continued) The DWL-G710 is compatible, in default mode, with the following wireless products: D-Link AirPlusTM G DWL-G510 Wireless PCI Adapter used with desktop computers D-Link AirPlusTM G DWL-G630 Wireless Cardbus Adapter used with laptop computers D-Link AirPlusTM G DI-524 Wireless Router The DWL-G710 is also interoperable with other 802.11g and 802.11b standards-compliant devices. Standards-Based Technology The DWL-G710 Wireless Range Extender utilizes the 802.
Wireless Basics (continued) Installation Considerations TM The D-Link AirPlus G DWL-G710 lets you access your network, using a wireless connection, from virtually anywhere within its operating range. 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. Typical ranges vary depending on the types of materials and background RF (radio frequency) noise in your home or business.
Getting Started On the following pages we will show you an example of an Infrastructure Network incorporating the DWL-G710. An Infrastructure network contains an access point or a wireless router.
Getting Started (continued) An example of a wireless Infrastructure network 1 2 4 3 5 6 TM Please remember that D-Link AirPlus G wireless devices are pre-configured to connect together, right out of the box, with their default settings. For a typical wireless setup at home (as shown above), please do the following: You will need broadband Internet access (a cable or DSL-subscriber line into your home or office). Consult with your cable or DSL provider for proper installation of the modem.
Using the Configuration Menu After you have completed the Setup Wizard (please see the Quick Installation Guide that came with the product) you can access the Configuration menu at any time by opening the Web browser and typing in the IP address of the DWL-G710. The DWL-G710 default IP address is shown below: Open the Web browser. Type in the IP address of the DWL-G710. http://192.168.0.
Using the Configuration Menu (continued) Network LAN IP- Dynamic IP Address- Select this option to receive a dynamic IP address from the DHCP server on your network. Assign a static IP address to the DWL-G710. This selection is recommended for ease of network configuration. Static IP Address- IP Address- When Static IP Address is selected, you will input the static IP address of the DWL-G710 into this field. The IP address must be within the range of the IP addresses in your network.
Using the Configuration Menu (continued) Wireless AP Name You may choose to rename your DWL-G710, especially if you have more than one DWL-G710 on your network. SSID (Service Set Identifier) Enter the SSID of the network you wish to repeat. Site Survey - Click Site Survey to receive a list of networks that are available for connection. Please see the screen on the following page for more information on this feature. Channel - Select the channel from the pulldown menu.
Using the Configuration Menu (continued) Site Survey Click Site Survey in the Wireless configuration screen displayed on the previous page. Scanning The DWL-G710 will scan the network. Please wait a few seconds for this process to complete. The Site Survey displays the features of each available network as follows: Site Survey Completed SSID- Displays the network name. Security- Displays the type of security being used, or indicates that security is disabled.
Using the Configuration Menu (continued) Admin Administrator Settings - Change your password in this window. Re-enter the new password to confirm. It can be up to 14 characters in length. Please keep a copy of your password in a safe place. Click Apply, if you have made any changes. Click Cancel to clear the changes. Restore to Factory Default Settings - Click Restore to return to Factory Default Settings. (You will lose the current settings.) When you click Restore, the dialog box at right will appear.
Using the Configuration Menu (continued) Help Help Menu - Click on any item in the Help menu for more information.
Networking Basics Using the Network Setup Wizard in Windows XP In this section you will learn how to establish a network at home or work, using Microsoft Windows XP. Note: Please refer to websites such as http://www.homenethelp.com and http://www.microsoft.com/windows2000 for information about networking computers using Windows 2000/Me/98SE. Go to Start>Control Panel>Network Connections Select Set up a home or small office network When this screen appears, click Next.
Networking Basics (continued) Please follow all the instructions in this window: Click Next. In the following window, select the best description of your computer. If your computer connects to the Internet through a router, select the second option as shown. Click Next.
Networking Basics (continued) Enter a Computer description and a Computer name (optional.) Click Next. Enter a Workgroup name. All computers on your network should have the same Workgroup name. Click Next.
Networking Basics (continued) Please wait while the Network Setup Wizard applies the changes. When the changes are complete, click Next. Please wait while the Network Setup Wizard configures the computer. This may take a few minutes.
Networking Basics (continued) In the window below, select the option that fits your needs. In this example, Create a Network Setup Disk has been selected. You will run this disk on each of the computers on your network. Click Next. Insert a disk into the Floppy Disk Drive, in this case drive A. Click Next.
Networking Basics (continued) Please read the information under Here’s how in the screen below. After you complete the Network Setup Wizard you will use the Network Setup Disk to run the Network Setup Wizard once on each of the computers on your network. Click Next.
Networking Basics (continued) Please read the information on this screen, then click Finish to complete the Network Setup Wizard. The new settings will take effect when you restart the computer. Click Yes to restart the computer. You have completed configuring this computer. Next, you will need to run the Network Setup Disk on all the other computers on your network. After running the Network Setup Disk on all your computers, your new wireless network will be ready to use.
Networking Basics (continued) Naming your Computer To name your computer using Windows XP, please follow these directions: Click Start (in the lower left corner of the screen). Right-click on My Computer. Select Properties. Select the Computer Name Tab in the System Properties window. You may enter a Computer Description if you wish; this field is optional. To rename the computer and join a domain, click Change.
Networking Basics (continued) Naming your Computer (continued) In this window, enter the Computer name. Select Workgroup and enter the name of the Workgroup. All computers on your network must have the same Workgroup name. Click OK. Checking the IP Address in Windows XP The adapter-equipped computers in your network must be in the same IP address range (see Getting Started in this manual for a definition of IP address range.
Networking Basics (continued) Checking the IP Address in Windows XP This window will appear. Click the Support tab. Click Close. Assigning a Static IP Address in Windows XP/2000 Note: DHCP-capable 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 router you will not need to assign static IP addresses.
