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    33 Filters...35 Wireless Access Settings 35 WLAN Partition...36 DHCP Server...37 Dynamic Pool Settings 37 Static Pool Settings...39 Current IP Mapping List 41 Admin Settings...42 System Settings...43 Upgrade Firmware...44 Configuration File...45 Device Information...47 DWL-2100AP User Manual 
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    Network Setup Wizard in Windows® XP 83 Naming Your Computer...90 Checking the IP Address in Windows® XP 91 Assigning a Static IP Address in Windows® XP/2000 93 Troubleshooting...99 Technical Specifications...105 Technical Support...107 Warranty ...108 Registration ...112 DWL-2100AP User Manual
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    Link DWL-2100AP Wireless G Access Point  Manual on CD  Quick Installation Guide  Power adapter  CAT5 Ethernet cable Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage than the one included with the DWL-2100AP version 6.0 or Netscape Navigator™ version 7.0 and above DWL-2100AP User Manual 
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    configuration and firmware upgrades. For Enterprise networks, the DWL-2100AP supports network administration and real-time network traffic monitoring via D-Link's D-View Network Management software. The DWL-2100AP features five modes: a Wireless Access Point, WDS with Access Point, WDS, a Repeater
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    with the DWL-2100AP for network configuration and firmware upgrades via a web-based configuration utility. For Enterprise networks, the DWL-2100AP supports network administration and real-time network traffic monitoring via D-Link's D-View Network Management software. With the DWL-2100AP, wireless
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    activity. Rear Panel Power Receptor Used to connect the supplied power adapter. Reset Button Pressing this button restores the Access Point to its original factory default settings. Ethernet Port Connects the DWL-2100AP to a router or switch using an Ethernet cable. DWL-2100AP User Manual 
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    ceilings to a minimum - Each wall or ceiling can rob your D-Link Wireless product of 3-90 ft. of range. Position your Access Points, Residential Gateways, and computers so that the number of walls or ceilings the 2.4Ghz frequency will interfere with your wireless network. DWL-2100AP User Manual 
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    router for configuring the DWL-2100AP. The default IP address for the DWL-2100AP is 192.168.0.50 with a Subnet Mask of 255.255.255.0. You will need to assign your computer a Static IP address within the same range as the DWL-2100AP's IP address for the purpose of configuring the DWL-2100AP. See the
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    address field (http://192.168.0.50) and press Enter. Make sure that the IP addresses of the DWL-2100AP and your computer are in the same subnet. After the connection is established, Enter your user name (admin) and your password (leave blank by default). Click OK to continue. DWL-2100AP User Manual
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    to the Quick Installation Guide for more information regarding the Setup Wizard. These buttons appear on most of the configuration screens in this section. Please click on the appropriate button at the bottom of each screen after you have made a configuration change. DWL-2100AP User Manual 11
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    Wireless Modes AP Mode Access Point WDS with AP WDS AP Repeater AP Client Authentication Available Open System Shared Key Open System/Shared Key WPA-EAP WPA-PSK WPA2-EAP WPA2- WPA-PSK WPA2-PSK WPA-Auto-PSK Open System Shared Key Open System Shared Key WPA-PSK WPA2-PSK DWL-2100AP User Manual 12
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    Wireless Band: IEEE 802.11g. Mode: Access Point is selected from the drop-down menu. SSID: Service Set Identifier (SSID) is the name designated for a specific wireless local area network (WLAN). The SSID's factory default setting is dlink. The SSID can be easily changed to connect to an existing
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    PSK to secure your network using a password and dynamic key changes. No RADIUS server required and encryption of data is upgraded with the Advanced Encryption Standard (AES G Mode: Disabled by default. You can select Super G without Turbo or Super G with Dynamic Turbo. DWL-2100AP User Manual 14
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    Access Point (WEP) Encryption: Select Disabled or Enabled. (Disabled is selected here). Key Type: Select HEX or ASCII. Key Size: and the letters A-F. ASCII (American Standard Code for Information Interchange) is a code for representing English letters as numbers 0-127. DWL-2100AP User Manual 15
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    Access Point (WPA-EAP/WPA2-EAP) Cipher Type: When you select WPA-EAP, WPA2-EAP value. A lower interval may reduce transfer data rate. Radius Server: Enter the IP address of the Radius server. Radius Port: Enter the Radius port. Radius Secret: Enter the Radius secret. DWL-2100AP User Manual 16
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    : default value of 1800 is reommended. PassPhrase: Enter a passphrase. The passphrase is an alpha-numeric password between 8 and 63 characters long. The password can include symbols (!?*&_) and spaces. Make sure you enter this key exactly the same on all other wireless clients. DWL-2100AP User
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    menu. Service Set Identifier (SSID) is the name designated for a specific wireless local area network (WLAN). The SSID's factory default setting is dlink. The SSID can be easily changed to connect to an existing wireless network or to establish a new wireless network. DWL-2100AP User Manual 18
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    default addresses of the APs in your network that will serve as Address: bridges password and dynamic key changes (No RADIUS server required). Note: WDS is not completely specified in WiFi or IEEE standards. Communication with other vendor´s access points is not guaranteed. DWL-2100AP User Manual
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    . * Hexadecimal digits consist of the numbers 0-9 and the letters A-F. ASCII (American Standard Code for Information Interchange) is a code for representing English letters as numbers 0-127. DWL-2100AP User Manual 20
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    : default value of 1800 is recommended. PassPhrase: Enter a passphrase. The passphrase is an alpha-numeric password between 8 and 63 characters long. The password can include symbols (!?*&_) and spaces. Make sure you enter this key exactly the same on all other wireless clients. DWL-2100AP User
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    . SSID: Service Set Identifier (SSID) is the name designated for a specific wireless local area network (WLAN).The SSID's factory default setting is dlink.The SSID can be easily changed to connect to an existing wireles network, or to establish a new wireless network. DWL-2100AP User Manual 22
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    broadcasts the SSID across the network. 6 is the default channel for IEEE 802.11g. All devices on the Enter the MAC addresses of the APs in your network that will serve Address: as bridges to wirelessly connect password and dynamic key changes (No RADIUS server required). DWL-2100AP User Manual 23
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    . * Hexadecimal digits consist of the numbers 0-9 and the letters A-F. ASCII (American Standard Code for Information Interchange) is a code for representing English letters as numbers 0-127. DWL-2100AP User Manual 24
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    : When you select WPA-PSK, AES is used here. Group Key Update Select the interval during which the group key will be valid. The Interval: default value of 1800 is recommended. PassPhrase: When you select WPA-PSK, please enter a PassPhrase in the corresponding field. DWL-2100AP User Manual 25
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    you select the AP, the SSID: MAC Address and the SSID fields will populate. Authentication: Select Open System or Shared Key. Refer to the next page. Super G Mode: Disabled by default. You can select Enable if the access point you are connecting to is using Super G mode. DWL-2100AP User Manual 26
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    AP Repeater (WEP) Encryption: Select Disabled or Enabled. (Disabled is selected here). Key Type: Select HEX or ASCII. Key Size: 0-9 and the letters A-F. ASCII (American Standard Code for Information Interchange) is a code for representing English letters as numbers 0-127. DWL-2100AP User Manual 27
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    those devices that share the same WEP settings. Select WPA-PSK or WPA2-PSK to secure your network using a password and dynamic key changes (No RADIUS server required). Super G Mode: Disabled by default.You can select Super G without Turbo or Super G with Dynamic Turbo. DWL-2100AP User Manual 28
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    . * Hexadecimal digits consist of the numbers 0-9 and the letters A-F. ASCII (American Standard Code for Information Interchange) is a code for representing English letters as numbers 0-127. DWL-2100AP User Manual 29
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    : default value of 1800 is recommended. PassPhrase: Enter a passphrase. The passphrase is an alpha-numeric password between 8 and 63 characters long. The password can include symbols (!?*&_) and spaces. Make sure you enter this key exactly the same on all other wireless clients. DWL-2100AP User
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    . Subnet Mask: Enter the subnet mask. All devices in the network must share the same subnet mask.. Default Gateway: Enter the IP address of the gateway in your network. If there isn't a gateway in your network, please enter an IP address within the range of your network. DWL-2100AP User Manual 31
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    Dynamic IP Address to obtain an IP Address automatically from a DHCP server in your network. IP Address: This field is unavailable when DHCP is chosen. Subnet Mask: This field is unavailable when DHCP is chosen. Default Gateway: This field is unavailable when DHCP is chosen. DWL-2100AP User Manual
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    , 54Mbps. Beacon Interval: Beacons are packets sent by an access point to synchronize a network. Specify a beacon interval value. The default (100) is recommended. DTIM: (Delivery Traffic Indication Message) be fragmented before transmission. 2346 is the default setting DWL-2100AP User Manual 33
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    you are using a mixed wireless network (802.11b and 802.11g). Preamble: Select Short and Long (default) or Long Only. Radio: Select ON or OFF. Wireless QoS Select Disable or Enable from the drop-down traffic, building materials and construction, and network overhead, DWL-2100AP User Manual 34
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    addresses in the Access Control List. MAC Address: Enter the MAC addresses that you wish to include in your filters list, and click Save. MAC Address List: When you enter a MAC address, it appears in this list. Click Delete next to a MAC address to remove it from the list. DWL-2100AP User Manual
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    the access point. Ethernet to WLAN Enabling this feature allows Ethernet devices to communicate with Access: wireless clients. If this is disabled, all data from the Ethernet to associated wireless devices is blocked. Wireless devices can still send data to the Ethernet. DWL-2100AP User Manual 36
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    Host Configuration Protocol assigns dynamic IP Control: addresses to devices on the network. This protocol simplifies network management and allows new wireless devices to receive IP addresses automatically without the need to manually assign new IP addresses. Select Enable to allow the DWL-2100AP
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    domain name of the DWL-2100AP, if applicable. (An example of a domain name is: www.dlink.com.) Lease Time (60-31536000 The Lease Time is the period of time before the DHCP server will sec.): assign new IP addresses. Status: Turn the Dynamic Pool Settings ON or OFF here. DWL-2100AP User Manual 38
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    Host Configuration Protocol assigns IP addresses to Control: wireless devices on the network. This protocol simplifies network management and allows new wireless devices to receive IP addresses automatically without the need to manually assign IP addresses. Select Enable to allow the DWL-2100AP to
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    DNS: Enter the IP address of the Domain Name Server, if applicable. The DNS translates domain names such as www.dlink.com into IP addresses. Domain Name: Enter the domain name of the DWL-2100AP, if applicable. Status: This option turns the Static Pool settings ON or OFF. DWL-2100AP User Manual 40
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    server function has Static Pools: assigned static IP addresses. Binding MAC The MAC address of a device on the network that is within the address: DHCP static IP address pool. Assigned IP The current corresponding DHCP-assigned static IP address of address: the device. DWL-2100AP User Manual 41
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    to the DWL-2100AP from a certain IP address. User Name: Enter a user name. The default setting is admin. Old Password: Enter the current password (blank by default). New Password: Enter a new password and enter it again in the Confirm Password box. Console Protocol: Telnet is the default setting
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    System Settings Apply Settings and Click Restart to apply the system settings and restart the Restart: DWL-2100AP. Restore to Factory Click Restore to return the DWL-2100AP to its factory default Default Settings: settings. DWL-2100AP User Manual 43
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    Upgrade Firmware Update File: After you have downloaded the most recent version of the firmware from http://support.dlink.com to your hard drive, you can Browse your hard drive to locate the downloaded file. Select the file and click OK to update the firmware. DWL-2100AP User Manual 44
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    Configuration File Update File: Browse for the configuration settings that you have saved to your hard drive. Click OK after you have selected the settings file. Load Settings to the Loacl Hard Drive: Click OK to save the selected settings to your hard drive. DWL-2100AP User Manual 45
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    When you click Browse in the previous screen, the dialog box shown above appears. Select the file you wish to download and click Open. When this dialog box appears, click Save and select a location to save the configuration file. DWL-2100AP User Manual 46
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    Device Information Device This window displays the settings of the DWL-2100AP, the firmware Information: version and the MAC address. DWL-2100AP User Manual 47
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    Stats WLAN 802.11G Traffic Statistics: This window displays the statistics of the IEEE802.11g network. DWL-2100AP User Manual 48
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    MAC address of the client. Band: Displays the wireless band. Authentication: Displays the type of authentication that is enabled. Signal: Receive Signal Strength Indicator indicates the strength of the signal Power Saving Mode: Displays the status of the power saving feature. DWL-2100AP User Manual
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    items: • Upgrade Firmware • Client association with AP • Web login Log Server/IP Address: Enter the IP address of the log server. Log Type: Check the box for the type of activity you want to log. There are three types: System Activity, Wireless Activity, and Notice. DWL-2100AP User Manual 50
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    Help Help: Click on any item in the Help screen for more information. DWL-2100AP User Manual 51
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    there is no need to configure devices individually. To launch the AP Manager: • Go to the Start Menu • Select Programs • Select D-Link AirPlus Xtreme AP Manager • Select DWL-2100AP Discovering Devices Click on this button to discover the devices available on the network. DWL-2100AP User Manual 52
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    configure multiple AP's with IP addresses all at once. Click on the IP button after you've selected all of the AP's you want to assign an IP address. Enter the IP address you want to assign the first unit and the AP manager will automatically assign sequential IP addresses. DWL-2100AP User Manual
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    . Only settings that have a checkmark next to them are saved. You cannot save a configuration file if you selected more than one device in the device list. The Exit button will close the device configuration window. Any settings that haven't been applied will be lost. DWL-2100AP User Manual 54
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    point. This option should only be configurable when one access point is selected for configuration. To configure multiple devices with an IP address at one time, please reference the previous page. Gateway: Enter the IP address of your gateway, typically your router address. DWL-2100AP User Manual
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    enabled, the selected device(s) will function as a DHCP client(s). This allows them to receive IP configuration information from a DHCP server. When disabled, the access point(s) must have a static IP address assigned to them. Telnet Timeout: This pulldown selection defines the timeout period during
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    wireless network (802.11b and 802.11g). Super G: Disabled by default. You can select Super G without Turbo or Super G with Dynamic Turbo. Radio Wave: Select Disable or Enable from the drop-down menu. Wireless QoS (WMM): Select Disable or Enable from the drop-down menu. DWL-2100AP User Manual 57
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    encounter (256~2346): inconsistent data flow. The default value is 2346. Tx Power: Auto Channel Scan: A pulldown menu for selecting the transmit power of the selected device(s). Enable this option to allow the access point to automatically scan for an available channel. DWL-2100AP User Manual 58
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    WDS with AP Open System Shared Key Open System/Shared Key WPA-PSK WPA2-PSK WPA-Auto-PSK WDS AP Repeater AP Client Open System Shared Key Open System/Shared Key WPA-PSK WPA2-PSK WPA-Auto-PSK Open System Shared Key Open System Shared Key WPA-PSK WPA2-PSK DWL-2100AP User Manual 59
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    not utilize a RADIUS server for authentication but uses a passphrase that is configured on the clients and access points. Encryption: Enable or disable encryption on the selected device(s). Select which length is automatically adjusted based on the settings you choose. DWL-2100AP User Manual 60
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    type (HEX or ASCII) and then enter a string to use as the key. The key length is automatically adjusted based on the settings you choose. DWL-2100AP User Manual 61
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    will be valid. 1800 is the Interval: recommended setting. A lower interval may reduce transfer rates. RADIUS Server: Enter the IP address of the RADIUS server. RADIUS Port: Enter the port used on the RADIUS server (1812 is default). RADIUS Secret: Enter the RADIUS secret. DWL-2100AP User Manual 62
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    group key will be valid. 1800 is the Interval: recommended setting. A lower interval may reduce transfer rates. PassPhrase: Enter a PassPhrase between 8-63 characters in length. DWL-2100AP User Manual 63
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    MAC addresses. When Accept is selected, only devices with a MAC address in the list are granted access. When Reject is selected, devices in the list of MAC addresses are not granted access. Access Control List: Add or Delete MAC addresses in the Access Control List. DWL-2100AP User Manual 64
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    are 5 AP modes that are configurable in IEEE802.11g: • Access Point • WDS with AP • WDS • AP Repeater • AP Client Access Point, the default setting used to create a wireless LAN, is displayed here. Please see the following pages for an explanation of the other 4 AP modes. DWL-2100AP User Manual 65
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    WDS with AP WDS with AP: Allows you to connect multiple wireless LANs together while acting as an access point at the same time. This only works with other DWL-2700APs. If enabled, you must enter the MAC address of the other DWL-2100AP(s) on your network. DWL-2100AP User Manual 66
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    WDS WDS: Allows you to connect multiple wireless LANs together. All other LANs must be using DWL-2700APs. When enabled, you must enter the MAC address of the other DWL-2100AP(s) on your network (you can enter up to eight addresses). DWL-2100AP User Manual 67
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    AP Repeater AP Repeater: Click on Site Survey and select the SSID that you want the AP to repeat or enter the MAC address manually of the access point you want to repeat. DWL-2100AP User Manual 68
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    AP Client AP Client: Allows you to use the access point as a wireless client. Click on Site Survey and click on the SSID that you want the AP to connect to, or manually enter the root AP SSID. DWL-2100AP User Manual 69
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    IP addresses. SubMask: Enter the subnet mask. Gateway: Enter the gateway IP address, typically a router. Wins: Wins (Windows Internet Naming Service) is a system that determines the IP address of a network computer with a dynamically assigned IP address, if applicable. DWL-2100AP User Manual
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    that is communicating with the DWL-2100AP. The following information is available for each client that is communicating with the DWL-2100AP. MAC: Displays the MAC address of the client. Band: of the power saving feature. SSID: Displays the SSID (Service Set Identifier). DWL-2100AP User Manual 71
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    Log Remote Syslog Check this box to enable logging. Status: Activity: Select Enable or Disable from the drop-down menus. There are 3 types: System Activity, Wireless Activity, and Notice. Remote Syslog Enter the IP address of the Syslog server. Status Server IP: DWL-2100AP User Manual 72
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    the device configuration button.  Click the Save button after you have all the settings as you want them.  A popup window will appear prompting you for a file name and location. Enter the file name, choose a file destination, and click Save. Device Configuration button. DWL-2100AP User Manual 73
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    to use the newly loaded configuration for the selected device(s), click Apply and the configuration settings will be written to the device(s). Device Configuration button. You must always click Apply in the Configuration window if you want the settings to take effect. DWL-2100AP User Manual 74
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    support.dlink.com to an easy to find location on your hard drive.  Click on the firmware button as shown above.  A popup window will appear. Locate the firmware upgrade file and click Open. IMPORTANT! DO NOT DISCONNECT POWER FROM THE UNIT WHILE THE FIRMWARE IS BEING UPGRADED. DWL-2100AP
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    customize the basic System Settings for the DWL-2100AP by clicking on this button. Access Password: This sets the admin password for the select device(s). Auto Refresh: This setting allows you to enable auto refreshing of the network device list. By default this option is disabled. If you choose
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    Setup Wizard This button will launch the Setup Wizard that will guide you through device configuration. Click Next. DWL-2100AP User Manual 77
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    Enter a Password and retype it in the Verify Password field. Click Next. DWL-2100AP User Manual 78
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    Enter the SSID and the Channel for the IEEE network. Auto Channel Scan is enabled by default. The access point will scan for the best available channel. Click Next. If you want to enable Encryption, enter the Encryption values here. Click Next. DWL-2100AP User Manual 79
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    Next. If you selected WPA-Personal (PSK), enter the passphrase. Cipher Type TKIP is used. 1800 for Group Key Update Interval is suggested. Click Next. DWL-2100AP User Manual 80
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    The DWL-2100AP setup is complete! DWL-2100AP User Manual 81
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    on this button to refresh the list of devices available on the network. About Click on this button to view the version of AP Manager. DWL-2100AP User Manual 82
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    Networking Basics Using the Network Setup Wizard in Windows® XP In this section you will learn how to establish a network at home or work, using Start>Control Panel>Network Connections Select Set up a home or small office network When this screen appears, click Next. DWL-2100AP User Manual 83
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    Please follow all the instructions in this window: Click Next. In the following window, select the best description of your computer. If your computer connects to the internet through a gateway/router, select the second option as shown. Click Next. DWL-2100AP User Manual 84
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    Enter a Computer description and a Computer name (optional). Click Next. Enter a Workgroup name. All computers on your network should have the same Workgroup name. Click Next. DWL-2100AP User Manual 85
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    Please wait while the Network Setup Wizard applies the changes. When the changes are complete, click Next. Please wait while the Network Setup Wizard configures the computer. This may take a few minutes. DWL-2100AP User Manual 86
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    window below, select the option that fits your needs. In this example, Create a Network Setup Disk has been selected. You will run this disk on each of the computers on your network. Click Next. Insert a disk into the Floppy Disk Drive, in this case drive A. Click Next. DWL-2100AP User Manual 87
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    Please read the information under Here's how in the screen below. After you complete the Network Setup Wizard you will use the Network Setup Disk to run the Network Setup Wizard once on each of the computers on your network. To continue click Next. DWL-2100AP User Manual 88
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    restart the computer. You have completed configuring this computer. Next, you will need to run the Network Setup Disk on all the other computers on your network. After running the Network Setup Disk on all your computers, your new wireless network will be ready to use. DWL-2100AP User Manual 89
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    the System Properties window.  You may enter a Computer Description if you wish; this field is optional.  To rename the computer and join a domain, Click Change. DWL-2100AP User Manual 90
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    network must be in the same IP Address range (see Getting Started in this manual for a definition of IP Address Range.) To check on the IP Address of the adapter, please do the following:  Right-click on the Local Area Connection icon in the task bar.  Click on Status. DWL-2100AP User Manual 91
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    This window will appear:  Click the Support tab.  Click Close. DWL-2100AP User Manual 92
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    -capable router you will not need to assign static IP addresses. If you are not using a DHCP capable router, or you need to assign a static IP address, please follow these instructions:  Go to Start.  Double-click on Control Panel.  Double-click on Network Connections. DWL-2100AP User Manual 93
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    must be within the same range. For example, if one computer has an IP address of 192.168.0.2, the other computers should have IP addresses that are sequential, like 192.168.0.3 and 192.168.0.4. The subnet mask must be the same for all the computers on the network.) DWL-2100AP User Manual 94
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    you must enter the IP address of the default gateway. The DNS server information will be supplied by your ISP (Internet Service Provider.)  Click OK. Assigning a Static IP Address in Macintosh® OSX  Go to the Apple Menu and select System Preferences.  Click on Network. DWL-2100AP User Manual 95
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     Select Built-in Ethernet in the Show pull-down menu.  Select Manually in the Configure pull-down menu.  Input the Static IP Address, the Subnet Mask and the Router IP Address in the appropriate fields.  Click Apply Now. DWL-2100AP User Manual 96
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     Go to the Apple Menu and select System Preferences.  Click on Network.  Select Built-in Ethernet in the Show pull-down menu.  Select Using DHCP in the Configure pull-down menu. DWL-2100AP User Manual 97
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    Go to Start > Run > type cmd. A window similar to this one will appear. Type ping xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx, where xxx is the IP address of the wireless router or access point. A good wireless connection will show four replies from the wireless router or access point, as shown. DWL-2100AP User Manual 98
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    and operation of the DWL-2100AP Wireless Access Point. We cover various aspects of the network setup, including the network adapters. Please read the following if you are having problems. Note: It is recommended that you use an Ethernet connection to configure the DWL2100AP. 1. The computer used to
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    in Networking Basics. If you are entering a DNS Server address you must also enter the Default Gateway Address. (Remember that if you have a DHCP-capable router, you will not need to assign a static IP address. See Networking Basics: Assigning a Static IP Address.) DWL-2100AP User Manual 100
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    3. Check that the drivers for the network adapters are installed properly. You may be using different network adapters than those illustrated here, network adapters you are using.  Go to Start > My Computer > Properties.  Select the Hardware Tab.  Click Device Manager. DWL-2100AP User Manual 101
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    this example we use the DWL-G680; you may be using other network adapters, but the procedure will remain the same.)  Select Properties to check that the drivers are installed properly.  Look under Device Status to check that the device is working properly.  Click OK. DWL-2100AP User Manual 102
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    manual for further information about the most advantageous placement of your D-Link wireless products. 5. Why does my wireless connection keep dropping?  Antenna Orientation- Try different antenna orientations for the DWL-2100AP the channel on your router, access point and wireless adapter to a
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    my encryption key.  Reset the DWL-2100AP to its factory default settings and restore the other devices on your network to their default settings. You may do this by pressing the Reset button on the back of the unit. You will lose the current configuration settings. DWL-2100AP User Manual 104
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    Telnet Data Rate* For 802.11b: • 11, 5.5, 2, and1Mbps For 802.11g: • 108, 54, 48, 36, 24, 18, 12, 9 and 6Mbps Security • 64/128/152-bit WEP • WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access) - TKIP/AES/PSK • MAC Address Access factors will adversely affect wireless signal range. DWL-2100AP User Manual 105
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    -condensing) • Storing: 5%~95% (non-condensing) Certifications • FCC Part 15 • CSA • UL • Wi-Fi Dimensions • L = 5.59 inches (142mm) • W = 4.29 inches (109mm) • H = 1.22 inches (31mm) Warranty • 3 Years DWL-2100AP User Manual 106
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    D-Link Technical Support over the Internet: http://support.dlink.com Tech Support for customers within Canada: D-Link Technical Support over the Telephone: (800) 361-5265 Monday to Friday 7:30am to 9:00pm EST D-Link Technical Support over the Internet: http://support.dlink.ca DWL-2100AP User Manual
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    of correction, or if D-Link determines in its sole discretion that it is not practical to replace the non-conforming Software, the price paid by the original licensee for the non-conforming Software will be refunded by D-Link; provided that the non-conforming Software DWL-2100AP User Manual 108
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    point from D-Link Technical Support at rma.dlink. Link. Return shipping charges shall be prepaid by D-Link if you use an address software, firmware or other products or services provided by anyone other than D-Link; and Products that have been purchased from inventory clearance DWL-2100AP User Manual
  • D-Link DWL-2100AP | Product Manual - Page 110
    D-Link Service Office Link Corporation/D-Link Systems, Inc., as stipulated by the United States Copyright Act of 1976 and any amendments thereto. Contents are subject to change without prior notice. Copyright 2005 by D-Link Corporation/D-Link Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. DWL-2100AP User Manual
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    radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communication. However, there is no guarantee that outside the United States, please contact the corresponding local D-Link office. DWL-2100AP User Manual 111
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    Registration Product registration is entirely voluntary and failure to complete or return this form will not diminish your warranty rights. Version 2.0 May 30, 2006 DWL-2100AP User Manual 112
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