D-Link DWL-1700AP Product Manual - Page 4

Introduction The DWL-1700AP conforms to the 802.11 standard and covers a large operating distance, providing an 11Mbps* outdoor WLAN which enables users to access the Internet or an organization's network. The D-Link AirPremier DWL-1700AP features a die-cast watertight housing and a built-in lightning protector to protect the access point from harsh environmental conditions, including extreme variance in temperature. It also includes Power over Ethernet (POE) and a unique outdoor remote-mounted design for easy installation. The DWL-1700AP is suitable for manufacturing plants, industrial sites, military bases, universities, hotels, airports and golf courses. Configurable as either a Wireless Access Point or a Wireless Router, the DWL-1700AP offers 128-bit encryption; 802.1x authentication when used with a RADIUS server; MAC address access control; and additional security features. With a built-in firewall, the DWL-1700AP can operate as a NAT inbound virtual server and provides IP based access control. Denial of Service (DoS) protection is also included with the DWL-1700AP to prevent the wireless network from being hacked. The DWL-1700AP is easily managed via a web-based user interface, Telnet, or RS-232 console configuration. The DWL-1700AP can also be managed remotely through SNMP (MIB I & MIB II) support. System Requirements for Configuration:  Computers with Windows, Macintosh, or Linux-based operating systems with an installed Ethernet adapter  Internet Explorer Version 6.0 or Netscape Navigator Version 6.0 and Above *"Maximum wireless signal rate based on IEEE Standard 802.11b specifications. Actual data throughput rate will vary. Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of network traffic, building materials and construction, and network overhead lower actual data throughput rate." 4