5
Features and Benefits
802.1x
Authentication
requires
EAP
(Extensible Authentication Protocol). 802.1x supported
EAP is available through the Windows XP Operating System. You will need to use the same
type of EAP protocol on all the devices in your network when using the 802.1x feature.
5 operating modes
available: Access Point, AP Client and Bridge (Point-to-
Point; Point-to-Multi-point), Wireless Client; Wireless Repeater
Supports
802.1x
for wireless user authentication into the network, resulting in
a more secure wireless network than was previously possible
.
Dynamic Channel Selection
Function automatically selects the fastest and
least populated channel available for the DWL- when it is a part of a
Load Balancing Group of 4 or more Access Points, where the 3 non-overlap-
ping channels have already been selected.
Backup AP
Function ensures continued operation of the AP in the event of
any operation failure of the primary AP
Load Balancing
Function allows for automatic connection by the client to the
AP with the least traffic and the least number of clients, when several APs are
deployed in one wireless network
Dynamic data rate scaling
at 1, 2, 5.5,11Mbps and 22Mbps
Two
detachable antennas
for diversity functionality as well as adjustable
transmit power to adjust the wireless range
Supports
wireless data encryption
with 64-bit, 128-bit WEP security (and
256-bit WEP security with D-Link
Air
Plus Adapters.)
DHCP
server capability
