D-Link DWL_7100 - Manual

5 Better security with WPA- The DWL-7100AP can securely connect to wire-less clients on the network using WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access) providing amuch higher level of security for your data and communications than has previ-ously been available. Compatible with the 802.11b standard to provide a wire...

6 Wireless Basics D-Link AirPremier TM AG wireless products are based on industry standards to provide easy-to-use and compatible high-speed wireless connectivity within your home, businessor public access wireless networks. Strictly adhering to the IEEE standard, the D-LinkAirPremier TM AG wireless...

7 Wireless Basics (continued) Standards-Based Technology The DWL-7100AP Wireless Access Point utilizes the 802.11a, 802.11b and draft 802.11gstandard. The IEEE 802.11g standard is an extension of the 802.11b standard. It increases thedata rate up to 54Mbps within the 2.4GHz band. The 802.11a standar...

8 Wireless Basics (continued) Installation Considerations Desktop and laptop computers with wireless network adapters installed can access theD-Link AirPremier TM AG DWL-7100AP from virtually anywhere within its operating range. Keep in mind, however, that the number, thickness and location of walls...

9 Getting Started An Infrastructure wireless network contains an access point or router. The Infrastructure Network example, shown on the following page, contains the followingD-Link network devices: A wireless Access Point - D-Link AirPremier TM AG DWL-7100AP An Ethernet Router - D-Link DI-604A lap...

11 Whenever you want to configure your network or the DWL-7100AP, you can accessthe Configuration Menu by opening the web-browser and typing in the IP address ofthe DWL-7100AP. The DWL-7100AP default IP address is shown below: Open the web browserType in the IP address ofthe access point Note: if yo...

15 Using the Configuration Menu (continued) Advanced > Performance Transmit Power: Adjust the transmission range here. This tool can be helpful for security purposes if you wish to limit the transmission range. Super Mode: Select Enabled or Disabled. Radio Wave: Select ON or OFF. Apply: Click App...

17 Using the Configuration Menu (continued) Advanced > Encryption Encryption: Select Enabled or Disabled (the default setting is Disabled) Authentication: Select from one of the following: Key Type: Select HEX (Hexadecimal) or ASCII Key Size: Select 64, 128 or 256 bit for 802.11b; 64, 128, 152 bi...

19 Using the Configuration Menu (continued) Advanced > DHCP Server > Dynamic Pool Settings DHCP ServerControl- Dynamic PoolSettings- Enable or Disablethe DHCP functionhere. Enter the starting IPa d d r e s s i n t h erange. IP Assigned From - Enter the number(the quantity) of IPa d d r e s s i...

20 Using the Configuration Menu (continued) Advanced > DHCP Server > Static Pool Settings DHCP ServerControl- Static PoolSettings- Enable or Disablethe DHCP functionhere. Enter the static IPaddress of the de-vice here. Assigned IP- Enter the MAC ad-dress of the devicehere. Assigned MACAddress-...

21 Using the Configuration Menu (continued) Advanced > DHCP Server > Current IP Mapping List Current DHCP Dynamic Pools- These are IP address pools to which the DHCP server function has assigned dynamic IP addresses. Binding MAC address- Assigned IP address- Lease Time- Current DHCP Static Poo...

24 Using the Configuration Menu (continued) Tools > Cfg File Browse for the con-figuration settingsthat you have savedto your hard drive.Click OK when youmade your selection. Update File- Click OK to load theselected settings. Load Settings tot h e L o c a l H a r dDrive- Status- Telnet Settings ...

26 The Help menuis displayedhere. You canalso click onHelp in anywindow foradditionalinformation. Help Using the Configuration Menu (continued)

27 Using the Network Setup Wizard in Windows XP In this section you will learn how to establish a network at home or work, usingMicrosoft Windows XP. Note: Please refer to websites such as http://www.homenethelp.com and http://www.microsoft.com/windows2000 for information about networking computers ...

34 Select the ComputerName Tab in the SystemProperties window. You may enter a Com-puter Description if youwish; this field is optional. To rename the computerand join a domain, clickChange. Networking Basics (continued) Naming your Computer To name your computer in Windows XP, please follow these d...

36 Assigning a Static IP Address in Windows XP/2000 Note: DHCP-capable routers will automatically assign IP addresses to the comput-ers on the network, using DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) technol-ogy. If you are using a DHCP-capable router you will not need to assign static IPaddresses....

40 1. Check that the Ethernet LED on the DWL-7100AP is ON. If the LEDis not ON, check that the cable for the Ethernet connection issecurely inserted. Check that the Ethernet adapter is working properly. Please see item3 in this section: Check that the drivers for the network adaptersare installed pr...

45 7. Resetting the DWL-7100AP to Factory Default Settings After you have tried other methods for troubleshooting your network, you maychoose to Reset the DWL-7100AP to the factory default settings. To hard-reset the D-Link DWL-7100AP to factory default settings, please do thefollowing: Troubleshoot...

46 Standards IEEE 802.11gIEEE 802.11bIEEE 802.11aIEEE 802.3IEEE 802.3u Device Management Network Architecture Supports Infrastructure Mode LEDs PowerWANLAN (10/100)WLAN - 802.11a, 802.11g Wireless Operating Range* Indoors – up to 328 feet (100 meters)Outdoors – up to 1,312 feet (400 meters) Temperat...

47 Safety and Emissions: FCCCECSA Physical Dimensions: L = 7.6 inches (193mm)W = 5.5 inches (140mm)H = 1.2 inches (31mm) Technical Specifications (continued) Wireless Data Rates with Automatic Fallback: Security: 64-, 128-, 152-bit WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy)WPA - Wi-Fi Protected Access (64,128-b...

49 Technical Support You can find software updates and user documentation on the D-Link website. D-Link provides free technical support for customers within the United States andwithin Canada for the duration of the warranty period on this product. U.S. and Canadian customers can contact D-Link tech...

50 Subject to the terms and conditions set forth herein, D-Link Systems, Inc. (“D-Link”) provides this Limitedwarranty for its product only to the person or entity that originally purchased the product from: • D-Link or its authorized reseller or distributor and • Products purchased and delivered wi...