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    Version 1.0 | 11/22/2013 User Manual Wireless AC750 Dual Band Range Extender DAP-1520
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    D-Link Systems, Inc. The purpose of this product is to create a constant network connection for your devices. As such, it does not have a standby mode or use a power management mode. If you wish to power down this product, please simply unplug it from the power outlet. D-Link DAP-1520 User Manual
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    is a Wireless Extender 4 Hardware Overview 5 Front/Top 5 Side 6 Installation 7 Wireless Installation Considerations 7 Setting Up Your DAP-1520 8 Connecting to Your DAP-1520 8 Configuring Your DAP-1520 9 QRS Mobile App Setup 10 Web-based Configuration 15 Configuration 16 Setup Wizard 16
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    Table of Contents GPL Code Statement 54 Safety Statements 69 D-Link DAP-1520 User Manual iii
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    Section 1 - Product Overview Package Contents DAP-1520 Wireless AC750 Dual Band Range Extender Wi-Fi Configuration Card If any of the above items are missing from your package, please contact your reseller. D-Link DAP-1520 User Manual 1
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    Device with the following: • A Windows®, Macintosh®, Android™, or Linux-based operating system • Wireless adapter or Wi-Fi functionality Browser Requirements: • Internet Explorer® 7 or later • Firefox® 12.0 or later • Safari® 4 or later • Google Chrome™ 20.0 or later D-Link DAP-1520 User Manual 2
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    easy-to-use Web UI lets you quickly and easily connect the DAP-1520 to an uplink router, configure the extended wireless network, and manage the administrative settings. The setup wizard will even guide you through the setup process, getting your extended wireless network up and running in no time
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    . The extended network can simply use the same network credentials as the existing network, or you can specify a different network name and password, giving you the flexibility to control network access. Internet Wireless Router Mobile Device DAP-1520 Computer D-Link DAP-1520 User Manual 4
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    . The device is processing WPS. Device is powering ON or system is defective. The device is in recovery mode or the device has malfunctioned. Cannot connect or provision an IP address from the uplink router. Device is not receiving power. Check the power outlet. D-Link DAP-1520 User Manual 5
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    - Product Overview Hardware Overview Side 1 2 1 WPS Button Pressing the WPS button for 1 second allows you to connect with Wi-Fi clients using Wi-Fi Protected Setup. 2 Reset Button Pressing the reset button will reset the DAP-1520 to the factory default settings. D-Link DAP-1520 User Manual 6
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    Section 2 - Installation Installation Wireless Installation Considerations The Wireless AC750 Dual Band Range Extender lets you extend the reach of your existing wireless network, allowing you to work wirelessly from more places in your home or office. Keep in mind, however, that the number,
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    the WPS button on the DAP-1520 and its green LED will flash. Then activate WPS on your client device and it should connect automatically. Once you are connected to the DAP-1520, you can then configure your DAP-1520 using the web-based configuration in a web browser. D-Link DAP-1520 User Manual 8
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    app on your smartphone or tablet device, or using the web GUI on your computer. For detailed information on either of the methods for configuring your DAP-1520, refer to the following sections of the manual: • "QRS Mobile App Setup" on page 10 • "Web-based Configuration" on page 15 D-Link DAP-1520
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    ) for your Android device. Connect to the Wi-Fi network that is displayed on the Wi-Fi Configuration Card included in your package (ex: dlink-a8fa). Then, enter the Wi-Fi password also printed on the Wi-Fi Configuration Card (ex: akbdj19346). For iOS For Android D-Link DAP-1520 User Manual 10
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    Section 2 - Installation Once your mobile device is connected, tap on the QRS Mobile icon. Click Start to continue. Click Next to continue. D-Link DAP-1520 User Manual 11
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    scan for available Wi-Fi networks. Select the network you wish to extend. Enter the password if required. Enter a network name (SSID) and password for the extended 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi network. You may keep the existing SSID and password if you wish. Click Next to continue. D-Link DAP-1520 User Manual 12
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    Section 2 - Installation Enter a network name (SSID) and password for the extended 5 GHz Wi-Fi network. Click Next to continue. Create an admin password for the DAP-1520's web-based configuration utility. Click Next to continue. D-Link DAP-1520 User Manual 13
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    , the following screen will appear. To connect to the extended network, you can now change your mobile device and laptop Wi-Fi settings to the wireless network name and password you just created. You can also share your Wi-Fi information by clicking Share by E-mail. D-Link DAP-1520 User Manual 14
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    configured an uplink network, the home screen will show that there is no connection between the DAP-1520 and the uplink router. For detailed information on manually setting up your DAP-1520 to extend an existing wireless network, refer to"Using the Manual Method" on page 21. D-Link DAP-1520 User
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    you wish to configure your extender to connect to the Internet using the setup wizard, click the Setup Wizard button. This wizard is designed to guide you through a step-by-step process to configure your new Wireless AC750 Dual Band Range Extender to extend your wireless network and connect to the
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    manual method to set up an extended wireless network using your DAP-1520 and click Next. If you wish to use the WPS method, please refer to"Using the WPS Method" on page 18. If you wish to use the manual setup method, please refer to"Using the Manual Method" on page 21. D-Link DAP-1520 User Manual
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    router you want to connect the DAP-1520 to. You have 120 seconds to press the button on your access point or router. Click Next to continue. If a connection has been successfully made, you will see a notice on the screen and the LED on the device will turn solid green. D-Link DAP-1520 User Manual
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    turn solid green when a connection has been successfully established with the uplink router. WPS Button Once your connection has been established, you can then enter your desired extended network settings for both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz networks. Click Next to continue. D-Link DAP-1520 User Manual 19
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    Section 3 - Configuration The next screen will show your network name and password settings you entered in the previous step. Click Save to complete the setup. Your changes will be saved and the device will reboot. D-Link DAP-1520 User Manual 20
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    Section 3 - Configuration Using the Manual Method To set up your network manually, select the second option from the setup wizard menu. Click Next to continue. The DAP-1520 will first scan for available Wi-Fi networks and list the networks it has found. If the network you would like to connect to
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    DAP-1520 will re-broadcast the Wi-Fi connection from the uplink router as extended 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz Wi-Fi networks. Enter the SSID and password that you wish to apply to each extended Wi-Fi network. Click Next to continue, or click Back to return to the previous step. D-Link DAP-1520 User Manual
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    settings for both the connection to the uplink router and the extended Wi-Fi network. It is recommended that you record this information for future reference. Click Save to exit the wizard and return to the home screen. Or, click Back to return to the previous step. D-Link DAP-1520 User Manual 23
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    router. Once connected, click on it to see its connection details. DAP-1520: Click on this icon to see details of the uplink network the DAP-1520 is connected to or connect to another uplink router.. Wi-Fi Clients: Click on the Wi-Fi Clients icon to see client details. D-Link DAP-1520 User Manual
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    - Configuration If there is no connection between the DAP-1520 and the uplink router, you can click on the uplink router icon to search for an available uplink router. At any time, you can click on the device images on the home screen to view the current status of each device. D-Link DAP-1520 User
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    Section 3 - Configuration You can view the details of both the uplink network and the extended Wi-Fi network by clicking on the DAP-1520 icon. D-Link DAP-1520 User Manual 26
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    the password or security key for the network you are attempting to join. You can also use WPS to connect your wireless devices to the DAP-1520's extended network. For further information on how to do this, please refer to "Connecting a Wireless Client" on page 37. D-Link DAP-1520 User Manual 27
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    extended 5 GHz network here. (SSID): Security: Select the type of wireless security you wish to use for the extended 5 GHz network. Choose None, WEP, or WPA/ WPA2 Personal. Password: Enter the password or network key that you wish to use for the extended 5 GHz network. D-Link DAP-1520 User Manual
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    . This is usually the IP address of Address: the uplink router. Primary DNS Enter the address of the primary DNS server. Server: Secondary Enter the address of the secondary DNS server. This is DNS Server: optional but will provide backup if the primary server fails. D-Link DAP-1520 User Manual 29
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    (SLAAC/DHCPv6) to have the Connection is: DAP-1520 automatically receive an IPv6 address from the uplink router. Obtain DNS You can select to obtain IPv6 DNS server information Server Address: automatically, or you can select to configure DNS servers manually by clicking on the radio dial
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    to manually assign an IP address to the Connection is: DAP-1520. IPv6 Address: Enter the IPv6 address that you want to assign to the extended network AP. This address should be outside of the uplink router's DHCP address pool. Subnet Prefix Enter the length of the IPv6 subnet prefix. Length: Default
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    Section 3 - Configuration Link-local Only IPv6 Device Management Interface My IPv6 Select Link-local only to only set an IPv6 address for the Connection is: local network. LAN IPv6 Link- The link-local address of the DAP-1520. Local Address: D-Link DAP-1520 User Manual 32
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    : requiring you to enter a code that is displayed on-screen.This can help prevent unauthorized users from gaining access to your wireless network using automated methods. Note: The device will reboot after saving the changes for the password to take effect. D-Link DAP-1520 User Manual 33
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    you to save or restore your system configuration, reset, or reboot the DAP-1520. To access this page, point to factory default settings. This to Factory will erase all currently stored settings. Default Settings: Reboot the Click Reboot to reboot the DAP-1520. Device: D-Link DAP-1520 User Manual
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    installed. Upgrade Manually Upgrade Click Select File to locate the firmware file on your computer Firmware: and perform a manual firmware upgrade. Add a Click Select File to locate a language pack file on your Language computer and add the language pack to the user interface. Pack: D-Link DAP-1520
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    the download speeds. The table displays the following in real-time: • Total Packets • Total Byte(s) • Total Kbit(s) • Kbits/sec Extended Wi-Fi Click on the Extended Wi-Fi tab to display the statistics for the connection between the DAP-1520 and any connected clients. D-Link DAP-1520 User Manual 36
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    interface. Step 2 - Within 120 seconds, press the WPS button on your wireless device. Step 3 - Allow up to 1 minute to configure. Once the LED light stops blinking and turns solid green, you will be connected and your wireless connection will be secured with WPA2. D-Link DAP-1520 User Manual 37
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    the wireless network icon in the taskbar, next to the time display. Wireless Icon Clicking on this icon will display a list of wireless networks which are within connecting proximity of your computer. Select the desired network by clicking on the network name. D-Link DAP-1520 User Manual 38
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    router, you can also press the WPS button on your router at this point to enable the WPS function. When you have established a successful connection with a wireless network, the word Connected will appear next to the name of the network to which you are connected. D-Link DAP-1520 User Manual 39
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    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 D-Link DAP-1520 User Manual 40
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    you get a good signal but cannot access the Internet, check your TCP/IP settings for your wireless adapter. Refer to the Wireless Basics section in this manual for more information. 4. The following window appears while your computer tries to connect to the router. D-Link DAP-1520 User Manual 41
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    passphrase that is on your router and click Connect. 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. D-Link DAP-1520 User Manual 42
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    wireless networks in your area. Click on a network (displayed using the SSID) and click Connect. If you get a good signal but cannot access the Internet, check the TCP/ IP settings for your wireless adapter. Refer to "Troubleshooting" on page 49 for more information. D-Link DAP-1520 User Manual
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    used. 1. Open the Windows Vista® Wireless Utility by right-clicking on the wireless computer icon in your system tray (lower right corner of screen). Select Connect to a network. 2. Highlight the wireless network (SSID) you would like to connect to and click Connect. D-Link DAP-1520 User Manual 44
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    passphrase that is on your router and click Connect. 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. D-Link DAP-1520 User Manual 45
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    area. Click on a network (displayed using the SSID) 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 Wireless Basics section in this manual for more information. D-Link DAP-1520 User Manual 46
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    Open the Windows® XP Wireless Utility by right-clicking on the wireless computer icon in your system tray (lower-right corner of screen). Select View Available Wireless Networks. 2. Highlight the wireless network (SSID) you would like to connect to and click Connect. D-Link DAP-1520 User Manual 47
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    . Enter the WPAPSK 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 router. D-Link DAP-1520 User Manual 48
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    examples. 1. Why can't I access the web-based configuration utility? When entering the IP address of the Wireless AC750 Dual Band Range Extender (dlinkap.local for example), you are not connecting to a website nor do you have to be connected to the Internet. The device has the utility built-in to
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    the button and the extender will go through its reboot process (indicated by the LED turning red). Wait about 30 seconds to access the extender. The default IP address is http://dlinkap.local. When logging in, the username is admin and leave the password box empty. D-Link DAP-1520 User Manual 50
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    WLAN technology are helping people to work and communicate more efficiently. Increased link to a conventional Ethernet LAN in order to use servers, printers or an Internet connection supplied through the wired LAN. A wireless router is a device used to provide this link. D-Link DAP-1520 User Manual
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    . Security Don't let your neighbors or intruders connect to your wireless network. Secure your wireless network by utilizing the WPA or WEP security feature on the extender and uplink router. Refer to the relevant sections of this manual for further details. D-Link DAP-1520 User Manual 52
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    -Fi Certified Device Management • Web UI Dimensions • 92 x 58 x 34.2 mm (3.62 x 2.28 x 1.35 inches) Diagnostic LEDs • Status/WPS Weight • 104 grams (3.67 ounces) 1 Frequency range varies depending on local regulations D-Link DAP-1520 User Manual 53
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    also to any other work released this way by to freedom, not price. Our General Public problems arise substantially in other domains, we stand ready to extend this provision to those domains in future versions of the GPL, as needed to protect the freedom of users. D-Link DAP-1520 User Manual
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    . This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20 cm between the radiator & your body. To maintain compliance with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, please avoid direct contact to the transmitting antenna during transmitting. D-Link DAP-1520 User Manual 69
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    in 5.15 ~ 5.25 GHz frequency range, then it is restricted in indoor environment are firmware programmed at the factory to match the intended destination. The firmware setting instructions for satisfying RF exposure compliance. This equipment should be installed and Link DAP-1520 User Manual 70
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DAP-1520
User Manual
Wireless AC750 Dual Band Range Extender
Version 1.0 | 11/22/2013