D-Link DWL-7700AP Product Manual - Page 5

DWL-7700AP User's Manual Introduction Introduction At up to fifteen times the speed* of previous wireless devices you can work faster and more efficiently, increasing productivity. With the DWL-7700AP, bandwidth-intensive applications like graphics or multimedia will benefit significantly because large files are able to move across the network quickly. Inclusion of all three standards (802.11a; 802.11b; 802.11g) means that the DWL-7700AP is versatile enough to allow connection to almost any 802.11 network or device. The DWL-7700AP is capable of operating in one of 3 different modes to meet your wireless networking needs. The DWL-7700AP can operate as an access point, or in WDS (Wireless Distribution System) with AP, or in WDS mode. Use less wiring, enjoy increased flexibility, save time and money with PoE (Power over Ethernet). With PoE, the DWL-7700AP shares power and data over the CAT5 cable, making the setup of your network less expensive and more convenient. An ideal solution for quickly creating and extending a wireless local area network (WLAN) in offices or other workplaces, trade shows and special events, the DWL-7700AP provides data transfers at up to 54Mbps* when used with other D-Link Air Premier® or Air Premier AG® products (The 802.11g standard is backwards compatible with 802.11b devices). WPA is offered in two flavors: EAP (used for corporations), and PSK (used for home users). WPA-PSK and WPA2-PSK is directed at home users who do not have the server based equipment required for user authentication. The method of authentication is similar to WEP because you define a "Pre-Shared Key" on the wireless router/AP. Once the preshared key is confirmed and satisfied on both the client and access point, then access is granted. The encryption method used is referred to as the Temporal Key Integrity Protocol (TKIP), which offers per-packet dynamic hashing. It also includes an integrity checking feature which ensures that the packets were not tampered with during wireless transmission. WPA2-PSK is far superior to WPA-PSK, because the encryption of data is upgraded with the Advanced Encryption Standard (AES). *Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11a and 802.11g specifications. Actual data throughput will vary. Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of network traffic, building materials and construction, and network overhead lower actual data throughput rate. D-Link Systems, Inc. 5