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D-Link DAP-1360 User Manual

Section 3 - Configuration

This Wizard is designed to assist you in configuring your DAP-1360 as a wireless client.

Wireless Client Mode

Select 

Wireless Client

 from the drop-down menu. 

Select 

WPS

 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.

On the device you want to connect to, start the PBC 

process on the device. You will have 2 minutes to start 

the PBC process on both devices.

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Page 1: ...Wireless N Open Source Access Point ...

Page 2: ...d 22 Access Point Mode 23 Repeater Mode 26 Wireless Client Mode 30 Manual Configuration 34 Wireless Settings 34 Access Point Mode 35 Repeater Mode 37 Wireless Client Mode 38 Bridge Mode 39 Bridge with AP Mode 40 WISP Client Router WISP Repeater Modes 41 WAN Settings 42 Dynamic IP DHCP 42 Static IP 43 PPPoE 44 PPTP 45 LAN Settings 46 Static IP 47 Advanced 48 Advanced Wireless 48 MAC Address Filter ...

Page 3: ...PA 71 Configure WPA WPA2 Personal 72 Configure WPA WPA2 Enterprise 73 Connect to a Wireless Network 74 Using Windows XP 74 Configure WPA PSK 75 Using Windows Vista 77 Configure WPA PSK 79 Using Windows 7 80 Configure WPS 83 Troubleshooting 87 Wireless Basics 91 What is Wireless 92 Tips 94 Wireless Modes 95 Networking Basics 96 Check your IP address 96 Statically Assign an IP address 97 Technical S...

Page 4: ...wer supply with a different voltage rating than the one included with the DAP 1360 will cause damage and void the warranty for this product Package Contents DAP 1360 Wireless N Open Source Access Point Ethernet Cable Two Detachable Antennas CD ROM with Manual Power Adapter ...

Page 5: ...e 10 100 Ethernet Web based Configuration Utility Requirements Computer with the following Windows Macintosh or Linux based operating system An installed Ethernet adapter Browser Requirements Internet Explorer 6 0 and higher Mozilla Firefox 3 0 and higher Google Chrome 2 0 and higher Apple Safari 3 0 and higher Windows Users Make sure you have the latest version of Java installed Visit www java co...

Page 6: ...reless Client Bridge Bridge with AP Repeater WISP Client Router or WISP Repeater With its SetupWizard the DAP 1360 ensures that you will be up and running on a wireless network in just a matter of minutes The DAP 1360 features Wi Fi Protected Access WPA PSK WPA2 PSK to provide an enhanced level of security for wireless data communications The DAP 1360 also includes additional security features to ...

Page 7: ... network In addition this Range Extender includes a Quality of Service QoS engine that keeps digital phone calls VoIP and online gaming smooth and responsive providing a better Internet experience EXTENDED WHOLE HOME COVERAGE This high performance Wireless Bridge provides superior Whole Home Coverage while reducing dead spots The DAP 1360 is designed for use in bigger homes and for users who deman...

Page 8: ...work or to create a new network A virtual button can be used on the utility while a physical button is placed on the side of the device This easy setup method allows you to form a secured wireless link between the DAP 1360 and another WPS enabled device A PC is no longer needed to log into the Web based interface WPS PIN Wi Fi Protected Setup Personal Identification Number A PIN is a unique number...

Page 9: ...verview Connections 1 LAN Port Connect 10 100 Ethernet devices such as computers switches and hubs 2 Power Receptor Receptor for the supplied power adapter 3 Reset Button Pressing the Reset Button restores the access point to its original factory default settings 1 2 3 ...

Page 10: ... to the power supply 2 Wireless LED A solid green light indicates the wireless function is working The light will be off during device reboot or if the wireless radio is disabled 3 Security LED A solid green light indicates that wireless security WEP WPA WPA2 is enabled 4 LAN LED A solid green light indicates the LAN port connection is OK 2 3 4 ...

Page 11: ...0 User Manual Section 1 Product Overview Hardware Overview WPS LED Button 1 1 WPS LED Button A solid light indicates a successful WPS connection A blinking light indicates the device is trying to establish a connection ...

Page 12: ...nt operational modes you can use Operation Modes Depending on how you want to use your DAP 1360 will determine which mode you use This section will help you figure out which setting works with your setup Access Point mode page 13 Wireless Client mode page 14 Repeater mode page 15 Bridge mode page 16 Bridge with AP mode page 17 WISP Client Router mode page 18 WISP Repeater mode page 19 ...

Page 13: ...mpatible802 11gwirelessnetworkinterfaceandiswithinrangeoftheAP ClientsmustusethesameSSID wireless network name and channel as the AP in order to connect If wireless security is enabled on the AP the client will need to enter a password to connect to the AP In Access Point mode multiple clients can connect to the AP at the same time Internet Modem Router DAP 1360 in Access Point Mode Computer Compu...

Page 14: ...et cable The AP Client mode can support multiple wired clients If you are going to connect several Ethernet enabled devices to your DAP 1360 connect the LAN port of the DAP 1360 to an Ethernet switch then connect your devices to this switch Example Connect a gaming console using an ethernet cable to the DAP 1360 The unit is set to Wireless Client mode which will wirelessly connect to a wireless ro...

Page 15: ... by extending the wireless coverage of another AP or wireless router The APs and wireless router if used must be within range of each other Make sure that all clients APs and the wireless router all use the same SSID wireless network name channel and security settings Computer Internet Modem Router DAP 1360 In Repeater Mode Computer Computer ...

Page 16: ...ard it would be expensive to bury cables to connect between the two sides together A better solution is to use two DAP 1360 units to wirelessly connect the two LANs In the Bridge mode both DAP 1360 units do not act as APs Note The Bridge mode is not specified in the Wi Fi or IEEE standards This mode will only work using two DAP 1360 units Communication with other APs even other D Link APs is not g...

Page 17: ...o the other LAN that the DAP 1360 bridges to Note The Bridge with AP mode is not specified in the Wi Fi or IEEE standards This mode will only work using two DAP 1360 units Communication with other APs even other D Link APs is not guaranteed Computer Computer Computer Computer DAP 1360 In Bridge Mode with AP Mode DAP 1360 In Bridge Mode with AP Mode LAN 1 LAN 2 Connecting Two Separate LANs Together...

Page 18: ...NAT Network Address Translation and a DHCP server to generate IP addresses for wired clients only NAT and the DHCP server allow many computers to share the same wireless Internet connection If you are a WISP subscriber and want to access your WISP account using wired computers connect your computers to the DAP 1360 to get NAT and then connect them to the WISP AP Internet Computer DAP 1360 In WISP ...

Page 19: ...e DHCP server allow many computers to share the same wireless Internet connection If you are a WISP subscriber and want to use your WISP account in your house but the signals from the outdoor WISP AP are not strong enough to reach all of the areas in the house use the DAP 1360 to can extend the signals from the outdoor WISP AP and provide access to wireless clients in your house Using this mode wi...

Page 20: ...that is 1 5 feet thick 5 meters at a 45 degree angle appears to be almost 3 feet 1 meter thick At a 2 degree angle it looks over 42 feet 14 meters thick Position devices so that the signal will travel straight through a wall or ceiling instead of at an angle for better reception 3 Building Materials make a difference A solid metal door or aluminum studs may have a negative effect on range Try to p...

Page 21: ... change the default settings or optimize the performanceoftheDAP 1360 youmayusetheweb based configuration utility To access the configuration utility open a web browser such as Internet Explorer and enter http dlinkap or http 192 168 0 50 in the address field Select Admin and then enter your password Leave the password blank by default If you get a Page Cannot be Displayed error please refer to th...

Page 22: ...er Manual Section 3 Configuration Click Launch Wireless Setup Wizard to configure your access point If you want to enter your settings without running the wizard skip to page 34 Wireless Setup Wizard Click Next to continue ...

Page 23: ...n configuring your DAP 1360 as an access point Access Point Mode Select Access Point from the drop down menu Then click Next to continue Select WPS as the configuration method only if your wireless device supports Wi Fi Protected Setup WPS For Manual setup skip to page 25 Click Next to continue ...

Page 24: ...Save to save your network settings In order for your network settings to take effect AP will reboot automatically Whenthedevicehasfinishedrebootingthemainscreen will display Press down the Push Button on theWireless device you are adding to your wireless network ...

Page 25: ...your network manually Click Next to continue Enter a name for your wireless network SSID Enter your network key This key must be entered on your wireless clients Click Next to continue The following screen will show you your network key to enter on your wireless clients Click Save to finish the Setup Wizard ...

Page 26: ...Mode Select Repeater from the drop down menu Select WPS 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 On the device you want to connect to start the PBC process on the device You will have 2 minutes to start the PBC process on both devices ...

Page 27: ...ual configuration to setup your network manually Click Next to continue If click Key in SSID enter the network name SSID of the network you want to connect to Find your router or access point from the list click the radio button in the right column and click Connect ...

Page 28: ...nt to use and click Next to continue IfyouselectWEP choosethekeytype ASCIIorHEX the key size 64 or 128 bit and enter the wireless security password Click Next to complete the Setup Wizard If you select WPA or WPA2 enter the wireless security password Click Next to complete the Setup Wizard ...

Page 29: ...DAP 1360 User Manual Section 3 Configuration The Wireless Setup Wizard is complete Click Finish to reboot the device If you select Auto enter the wireless security password Click Next to complete the Setup Wizard ...

Page 30: ...nt Mode Select Wireless Client from the drop down menu Select WPS 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 On the device you want to connect to start the PBC process on the device You will have 2 minutes to start the PBC process on both devices ...

Page 31: ...t Manual configuration to setup your network manually Click Next to continue If click Key in SSID enter the network name SSID of the network you want to connect to Find your access point from the list click the radio button in the right column and click Connect ...

Page 32: ...nt to use and click Next to continue IfyouselectWEP choosethekeytype ASCIIorHEX the key size 64 or 128 bit and enter the wireless security password Click Next to complete the Setup Wizard If you select WPA or WPA2 enter the wireless security password Click Next to complete the Setup Wizard ...

Page 33: ...DAP 1360 User Manual Section 3 Configuration The Wireless Setup Wizard is complete Click Finish to reboot the device If you select Auto enter the wireless security password Click Next to complete the Setup Wizard ...

Page 34: ...Wireless Settings You may manually configure your DAP 1360 instead of running the setup wizard Access Point mode page 35 Repeater mode page 37 Wireless Client mode page 38 Bridge mode page 39 Bridge with AP mode page 40 WISP Client Router mode page 41 WISP Repeater mode page 41 ...

Page 35: ...e from the default network name Select one of the following 802 11b Only Select if you are only using 802 11b wireless clients 802 11g Only Select if you are only using 802 11g wireless clients 802 11n Only Select if you are only using 802 11n wireless clients Mixed 802 11g and 802 11b Select if you are using a mix of 802 11g and 11b wireless clients Mixed 802 11n and 802 11g Select if you are usi...

Page 36: ... wireless clients Check the box if you do not want the SSID of your wireless network to be broadcasted by the DAP 1360 If checked the SSID of the DAP 1360 will not be seen by Site Survey utilities so your wireless clients will have to know the SSID of your DAP 1360 in order to connect to it Refer to page 65 for more information regarding the wireless security Channel Width Visibility Status Securi...

Page 37: ...ey and select it from the list if available Select the appropriate 802 11 mode based on the wireless clients in your network The drop down menu options are 802 11g Only Mixed 802 11b g 802 11b Only 802 11n Only or Mixed 802 11b g n TheAutoChannelScansettingcanbeselectedtoallow the DAP 1360 to choose the channel with the least amount of interference The channel will automatically change to the chan...

Page 38: ...ork The drop down menu options are 802 11g Only Mixed 802 11b g 802 11b Only 802 11n Only or Mixed 802 11b g n The channel will automatically change to the channel of the AP you are connected to The Auto Channel Scan setting can be selected to allow the DAP 1360 to choose the channel with the least amount of interference Selecttheappropriatechannelwidthbetween 20MHzorAuto 20 40MHz from the drop do...

Page 39: ...1b g 802 11b Only 802 11n Only or Mixed 802 11b g n All devices on the network must share the same channel The Auto Channel Scan setting can be selected to allow the DAP 1360 to choose the channel with the least amount of interference Select the appropriate channel width between 20MHz or Auto 20 40MHz from the drop down menu Select the transmission rate It is strongly suggested to use the Auto set...

Page 40: ...henetworkmustsharethesamechannel TheAutoChannelScansettingcanbeselectedtoallow the DAP 1360 to choose the channel with the least amount of interference Select the appropriate channel width between 20MHz or Auto 20 40MHz from the drop down menu Check the box if you do not want the SSID to be broadcast by the DAP 1360 This prevents the SSID from being seen by site survey utilities so any wireless cl...

Page 41: ...AP Select the appropriate 802 11 mode based on the wireless clients in your network The drop downmenuoptionsare802 11gOnly Mixed 802 11b g 802 11bOnly 802 11nOnly orMixed 802 11b g n The channel used will be displayed The channel will follow the root AP TheAutoChannelScansettingcanbeselectedtoallowtheDAP 1360tochoosethechannelwiththeleastamountofinterference Select the appropriate channel width be...

Page 42: ...smission Unit for optimal performance with your specific ISP The default MTU size is 1500 Select this option if you want the DAP 1360 to get the DNS Domain Name System server IP address automatically Selectthisoptionifyouwanttomanuallyenter the DNS Server IP address es The fields to enter the Primary and Secondary DNS server IP addresses will appear after you have selected this option Enter the Pr...

Page 43: ...rk must have the same subnet mask to communicate on the network Enter the IP Address of the gateway in your network YoumayneedtochangetheMTU Maximum Transmission Unit for optimal performance with your specific ISP The default MTU size is 1500 Enter the Primary DNS Domain Name System server IP address assigned by your ISP Enter the Secondary DNS optional server IP address assigned by your ISP The d...

Page 44: ...nual Enter a maximum idle time during which the Internetconnectionismaintainedduringinactivity You may need to change the MTU Maximum Transmission Unit for optimal performance with your specific ISP The maximum default MTU size is 1492 Select this option if you want the DAP 1360 to get the DNS Domain Name System server IP address automatically Select this option if you want to manually enter the D...

Page 45: ...e next box You may need to change the MTU Maximum Transmission Unit for optimal performance with your specific ISP The default MTU size is 1400 Select this option if you want the DAP 1360 get DNS server IP address automatically Select this option if you want to manually enter the DNS Server IP address es Fields to enter the Primary and Secondary DNS server IP addresses will appear after you select...

Page 46: ...P settings Device Name LAN Connection Type My IPv6 Connection Type EntertheDeviceNameoftheAP Itisrecommended to change the Device Name if there is more than one D Link device within the subnet Use the drop down menu to select Dynamic IP DHCP to automatically obtain an IP address on the LAN private network Selectfromthedrop downmenuthetypeofIPv6 connection you would like to use ...

Page 47: ...r 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 needtoenterthenewIPaddressinyourbrowser to get back into the configuration utility Enter the Subnet Mask assigned by your ISP Enter the Gateway assigned by your ISP Static IP Select Static IP Address if all the Internet port s IP information is provided to you by y...

Page 48: ...less clients Check this box to reduce the guard interval time therefore increasing the data capacity However it s less reliable and may create higher data loss This enables IGMP snooping for the wireless connection We recommend enabling this if you often use multicast services such as video conferencing and streaming audio video This feature enables client isolation If enabling all clients will no...

Page 49: ...MAC Filtering Rule When Turn MAC Filtering OFF is selected MAC addresses are not used to control network access When Turn MAC FilteringONandALLOWcomputerslistedtoaccessthe network is selected only computers with MAC addresses listed in the MAC Address List are granted network access WhenTurnMACFilteringONandDENYcomputerslisted to access the network is selected any computer with a MACaddresslistedi...

Page 50: ...e router s PIN You can then copy this PIN to the user interface of the registrar Press the button to start with the wizard to setup the WPS Enable Lock Wireless Security Settings Pin Settings Current PIN Reset PIN to Default Generate New PIN Add Wireless Station Wi Fi Protected Setup WPS System is a simplified method for securing your wireless network during the Initial setup as well as the Add Ne...

Page 51: ...User Limit box to enable this feature Enter the maximum number of clients between 1 and 32 Click Save Settings to save and activate the new changes Enable User Limit User Limit Save Settings Enter the maximum number of wireless clients that can connect at one time to your access point ...

Page 52: ...ress of the computer on your local network that you want to allow the incoming service to Enter the port or ports that you want to open If you want to open one port enter the same port in both boxes Select TCP UDP or Both Port Forwarding Rules Name IP Address Start End Ports Traffic Type This function is available if your DAP 1360 is in theWISP Client Router orWISP Repeater mode This feature allow...

Page 53: ...lected Enter the port or ports that you want to open If you want to open one port enter the same port in both boxes Select TCP UDP or Both Port Filter Rules Name Start End Ports Traffic Type This function is available if your DAP 1360 is in the WISP Client Router or WISP Repeater mode This feature is used to secure or restrict your local network It will deny the ports that you enter from the local...

Page 54: ... the DAP 1360 is in the WISP Client Router or WISP Repeater mode This feature allows you to set up a DMZ Demilitarized Zone host If you have a client PC that cannot run Internet applications properly from behind the DAP 1360 then you can set the client up for unrestricted Internet access The DMZ allows a computer to be exposed to the Internet This feature is useful for gaming purposes Enter the IP...

Page 55: ...NLY these sites Enter a keyword or URL that you want to block and click Save Settings Any URL that contains the keyword will be blocked Configure Website Filtering Below Website URL Address This function is available only if the DAP 1360 is in the WISP Client Router or WISP Repeater mode This feature allows you to create a list of websites that you want to deny users access ...

Page 56: ...ement allows the DAP 1360 to be configured from the Internet by a web browser A usernameandpasswordarestillrequiredtoaccess theWeb Managementinterface Ingeneral onlya member of your network can browse the built in web pages to perform Administrator tasks This feature enables you to perform Administrator tasks from the remote Internet host Enable UPnP Enable WAN Ping Respond Remote Management This ...

Page 57: ...r the Administrator Login Name The administrator can make changes to the settings Enter the same password that you entered in the previous textbox in order to confirm its accuracy Check to enable this feature Maintenance Admin This page will allow you to change the Administrator password The administrator password has read write access ...

Page 58: ...ess point configuration settings Click Browse to find a previously saved configuration file Then click the Upload Settings button to transfer those settings to the access point This option will restore all configuration settings back tothesettingsthatwereineffectatthetimetheaccess point was shipped from the factory Any settings that have not been saved will be lost including any rules that you hav...

Page 59: ...nto the access point Firmware You can upgrade the firmware of the access point here Make sure the firmware you want to use is on the local hard drive of the computer Click on Browse to locate the firmware file to be used for the update Please check the D Link support website for firmware updates at http support dlink com You can download firmware upgrades to your hard drive from this site After yo...

Page 60: ...s boxtoenable e mail notification for the Watchdog Enter the SMTP server IP address Enter the e mail address from which the notification will be sent Enterthee mailaddresswhichthenotification will be sent to Check the box to enable authentication that is used with the SMTP server Enter your account name that is used with the SMTP server Enter your password that is used with the SMTP server and re ...

Page 61: ... of computers Check this box to use a NTP server This will only connect to a server on the Internet not a local server Enter the NTP server or select one from the drop down menu To manually input the time enter the values in these fields for theYear Month Day Hour Minute and Second and then click Save Settings You can also click the Copy Your Computer s Time Settings button at the bottom of the sc...

Page 62: ... Ping Test is used to send Ping packets to test if a computer is on the Internet Enter the host name or IP IPv6 address that you wish to Ping and click Ping The results of your ping attempts will be displayed here This section Ping Tests by sending ping packets to test if a computer on the internet is running and responding ...

Page 63: ...our new schedule Select a day a range of days or All Week to include every day Enter a start and end time for your schedule The list of schedules will be listed here Click the Edit icon to make changes or click the Delete icon to remove the schedule Name Days Time Schedule Rules List ...

Page 64: ...d firmware version Displays the MAC address and the private local IP settings for the access point Displays the wireless MAC address and your wireless settings such as SSID and Channel Status Device Info This page displays the current information for the DAP 1360 It will display the LAN and wireless LAN information ...

Page 65: ...rst page of the log This button directs you to the last page of the log Thisbuttondirectsyoutothepreviouspageofthelog This button directs you to the next page of the log This button clears all current log content This button opens a new menu where you can configure the log settings This button refreshes the log Logs The DAP 1360 keeps a running log of events and activities occurring on the AP If t...

Page 66: ...guration Statistics The DAP 1360 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 ...

Page 67: ...ireless section allows you to view the wireless clients that are connected to your wireless access point Connection Time MAC Address Displays the amount of time the wireless client has been connected to the access point The Ethernet ID MAC address of the wireless client ...

Page 68: ...68 D Link DAP 1360 User Manual Section 3 Configuration IPv6 This page displays all your IPv6 internet and network connection information ...

Page 69: ...69 D Link DAP 1360 User Manual Section 3 Configuration Help ...

Page 70: ...ty This section will show you the different levels of security you can use to protect your data from intruders The DAP 1360 offers the following types of security WPA2 Wi Fi Protected Access 2 WPA2 PSK Pre Shared Key WPA Wi Fi Protected Access WPA PSK Pre Shared Key ...

Page 71: ...thentication protocol EAP WEP regulates access to a wireless network based on a computer s hardware specific MAC address which is relatively simple to be sniffed out and stolen EAP is built on a more secure public key encryption system to ensure that only authorized network users can access the network WPA PSK WPA2 PSK uses a passphrase or key to authenticate your wireless connection The key is an...

Page 72: ... click Wireless Settings on the left side 2 Next to Security Mode select Enable WPA Wireless Security EnableWPA2WirelessSecurity or EnableWPA2 AutoWireless Security 3 Next to Cipher Type select TKIP AES or Auto 4 Next to PSK EAP select Personal 5 Next to Passphrase enter a key The key is entered as a passphrase in ASCII format at both ends of the wireless connection The passphrase must be between ...

Page 73: ...ddress of the access point 192 168 0 50 Click on Setup and then click Wireless Settings on the left side 2 NexttoSecurityMode selectEnableWPAWirelessSecurity Enable WPA2WirelessSecurity orEnableWPA2 AutoWirelessSecurity 3 Next to Cipher Mode select TKIP AES or Auto 4 Next to Personal Enterprise select Enterprise 5 Next to RADIUS Server enter the IP Address of your RADIUS server 6 Next to Port ente...

Page 74: ...e a site survey option similar to the Windows XP utility as seen below Right click on the wireless computer icon in your system tray lower right corner next to the time Select View Available Wireless Networks If you receive the Wireless Networks Detected bubble click on the center of the bubble to access the utility or The utility will display any available wireless networks in your area Click on ...

Page 75: ...onfiguring your wireless adapter If you are joining an existing network you will need to know the WEP key being used 2 Highlight the wireless network SSID you would like to connect to and click Connect 1 Open the Windows XP Wireless Utility by right clicking on the wireless computer icon in your system tray lower right corner of screen SelectViewAvailableWireless Networks ...

Page 76: ...work Connectionbox will appear Enter theWPA 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 ...

Page 77: ...nvenient 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 ...

Page 78: ...ick 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 Thenexttwopagesdisplaythewindowsusedtoconnecttoeither a WEP or a WPA PSK wireless network ...

Page 79: ...nect to and then click the Connect button Enter the appropriate security key or passphrase in the field provided and then click the Connect button 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 ...

Page 80: ...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 2 The utility will display any available wireless networks in your area Wireless Icon ...

Page 81: ...ould 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 ...

Page 82: ...ase 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 ...

Page 83: ...twork Configure WPS The WPS feature of the DAP 1360 can be configured using Windows 7 Carry out the following steps to use Windows 7 to configure the WPS feature of the DAP 1360 1 Click the Start button and select Computer from the Start menu 2 Click the Network option ...

Page 84: ...al Section 5 Connecting to a Wireless Network 3 Double click the DAP 1360 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 ...

Page 85: ...85 D Link DAP 1360 User Manual 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 ...

Page 86: ... is being configured Wait for the configuration to complete 8 The following window informs you thatWPS on the DAP 1360 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 ...

Page 87: ...OM chip in the device itself Your computer must be on the same IP subnet to connect to the web based utility Make sure you have an updated Java enabled web browser We recommend the following Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 0 and higher Mozilla Firefox 3 0 and higher Google Chrome 2 0 and higher Apple Safari 3 0 and higher Verify physical connectivity bychecking forsolidlink lightsonthedevice Ifyoudo...

Page 88: ... the login page for your the web management If you still cannot access the configuration unplug the power to the access point for 10 seconds and plug back in Wait about 30 seconds and try accessing the configuration If you have multiple computers try connecting using a different computer 2 What can I do if I forgot my password If you forgot your password you must reset your access point Unfortunat...

Page 89: ... in increments of ten Ex 1492 1482 1472 etc Note AOL DSL users must use MTU of 1400 To find the proper MTU Size you ll have to do a special ping of the destination you re trying to go to A destination could be another computer or a URL Click on Start and then click Run Windows 95 98 and Me users type in command Windows NT 2000 and XP users type in cmd and press Enter or click OK Once the window op...

Page 90: ...nce you find your MTU you can now configure your access point with the proper MTU size To change the MTU rate on your access point follow the steps below Open your browser enter the IP address of your access point 192 168 0 50 and click OK Enter your username Admin and password blank by default Click OK to enter the web configuration page for the device Click on Setup and then click Manual Configu...

Page 91: ...LANsareusedincreasingly inbothhomeandofficeenvironments and public areas such asairports coffeeshops and universities Innovative ways to utilize WLAN technology are helping people to work and communicate more efficiently Increased mobility and the absence of cabling and other fixed infrastructure have proven to be beneficial for many users Wireless users can use the same applications they use on a...

Page 92: ...oint A to point B But wireless technology has restrictions as to how you can access the network You must be within the wireless network range area to be able to connect your computer There are two different types of wireless networks Wireless Local Area Network WLAN and Wireless Personal Area Network WPAN Wireless Local Area Network WLAN In a wireless local area network a device called an Access P...

Page 93: ...phones laptops speakers and other devices that operate on batteries 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 Gets rid of the cables around the house Simple and easy t...

Page 94: ...wing where to start That s why we ve put together a few setup steps and tips to help you through the process of setting up a wireless network Tips Here are a few things to keep in mind when you install a wireless network Centralize your access point or Access Point Make sure you place the bridge access point in a centralized location within your network for the best performance Try to place the br...

Page 95: ...e All wireless clients will connect to an access point or wireless bridge Ad Hoc Directly connecting to another computer for peer to peer communication using wireless network adapters on each computer such as two or more wireless network Cardbus adapters An Infrastructure network contains an Access Point or wireless bridge All the wireless devices or clients will connect to the wireless bridge or ...

Page 96: ...r IP address please follow the steps below Click on Start Run In the run box type cmd and click OK Windows 7 Vista users type cmd in the Start Search box At the prompt type ipconfig and press Enter This will display the IP address subnet mask and the default gateway of your adapter Iftheaddressis0 0 0 0 checkyouradapterinstallation security settings and the settings on your router Some firewall so...

Page 97: ...2 Right click on the Local Area Connection which represents your network adapter and select Properties Step 3 Highlight Internet Protocol TCP IP and click Properties Step 4 Click Use the following IP address and enter an IP address that is on the same subnet as your network or the LAN IP address on your router Example If the router s LAN IP address is 192 168 0 1 make your IP address 192 168 0 X w...

Page 98: ...ncy Range2 2 4GHz to 2 483GHz LEDs Power Wireless Security LAN Operating Temperature 32 F to 131 F 0 C to 55 C Humidity 90 maximum non condensing Safety Emissions FCC IC CE C Tick Dimensions 144 W x 109 D x 30 H mm 5 67 x 4 29 x 1 18 inches 1 Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802 11g and 802 11n specifications Actual data throughput will vary Network conditions and environmen...

Page 99: ... reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful...

Page 100: ...This device has been designed to operate with an antenna having a maximum gain of 2 dB Antenna having a higher gain is strictly prohibited per regulations of Industry Canada The required antenna impedance is 50 ohms Under Industry Canada regulations this radio transmitter may only operate using an antenna of a type and maximum or lesser gain approved for the transmitter by Industry Canada To reduc...

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