Table of Contents Table of Contents Package Contents.......................................................................... 4 System Requirements.................................................................. 5 Introduction.................................................................................... 6 Features............................................................................................. 8 Hardware Overview......................................................................
Table of Contents Troubleshooting...............................................................61 Wireless Basics..................................................................65 What is Wireless?..........................................................................66 Tips....................................................................................................68 Wireless Modes.............................................................................69 Networking Basics................
Section 1 - Product Overview Package Contents DAP-1160L Wireless N150 Cloud Access Point Ethernet Cable Power Adapter Quick Installation Guide Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage rating than the one included with the DAP-1160L will cause damage and void the warranty for this product.
Section 1 - Product Overview System Requirements Network Requirements • • • • An Ethernet-based Network IEEE 802.11n/g wireless clients (AP Mode) IEEE 802.11n/g wireless network (AP Mode) 10/100 Ethernet Computer with the following: • Windows®, Macintosh, or Linux-based operating system • An installed Ethernet adapter Web-based Configuration Utility Requirements Browser Requirements: • Internet Explorer® 7 and higher • Mozilla Firefox 12.0 and higher • Google™ Chrome 20.
Section 1 - Product Overview Introduction D-Link, an industry leader in networking, introduces the new D-Link DAP-1160L Wireless N150 Cloud Access Point. With the ability to transfer files with a maximum wireless signal rate of up to 150 Mbps*, the DAP-1160L gives you high-speed wireless network access for your home or office. The DAP-1160L is Wi-Fi IEEE 802.11n compliant, meaning that it can connect and interoperate with other 802.11n compatible wireless client devices.
Section 1 - Product Overview TOTAL PERFORMANCE Provides extended wireless technology to provide the best wireless performance. TOTAL SECURITY The most complete set of security features including WPA/WPA2 encryption to protect your network against outside intruders. ULTIMATE PERFORMANCE The D-Link Wireless N150 Cloud Access Point (DAP-1160L) is an 802.11n compliant device that delivers real world performance of up to 13X faster than an 802.
Section 1 - Product Overview Features • Faster Wireless Networking - The DAP-1160L provides up to 150 Mbps* wireless connection with other 802.11n wireless clients. This capability allows users to participate in real-time activities online, such as video streaming, online gaming, and real-time audio. • Compatible with IEEE802.11g Devices - The DAP-1160L is still fully compatible with the 802.11g standards, so it can connect with existing 802.11g PCI, USB, and Cardbus adapters.
Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Overview Connections 1 1 LAN Port 2 Reset Button 3 USB Port 4 Power Button 5 Power Receptor 6 WPS Button D-Link DAP-1160L User Manual 2 3 4 5 6 Connect 10/100 Ethernet devices such as computers, switches, and hubs. Hold the reset button for at least 5 seconds to reset the device back to the factory default settings. All the LEDs will turn on for 2 second and then begin the reboot process. Connect USB drive to share files.
Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Overview LEDs 1 1 Power LED 2 LAN LED D-Link DAP-1160L User Manual 2 A solid green light indicates a proper connection to the power supply. A blinking green light indicates the device is trying to establish a connection through WPS. A solid orange light indicates the device is rebooting or being reset to factory default. A blinking orange light indicates the device is rebooting in recovery mode. A solid green light indicates the LAN port connection is OK.
Section 2 - Installation Installation Please configure the DAP-1160L with a computer connected directly to the AP. The following page explains how to set up the DAP-1160L.
Section 2 - Installation The DAP-1160L acts as a central connection point for any computer (client) that has a 802.11n or backward-compatible 802.11g wireless network interface and is within range of the AP. Clients must use the same SSID (wireless network name) and channel as the AP in order to connect. If wireless security is enabled on the AP, the client will need to enter a password to connect to the AP. In Access Point mode, multiple clients can connect to the AP at the same time.
Section 2 - Installation Wireless Installation Considerations The D-Link wireless access point lets you access your network using a wireless connection from virtually anywhere within the operating range of your wireless network. Keep in mind, however, that the number, thickness and location of walls, ceilings, or other objects that the wireless signals must pass through, may limit the range.
Section 2 - Installation Quick Setup Wizard If this is your first time installing the access point, open your web browser such as Internet Explorer and enter http://dlinkap or http://dlinkap.local in the address field. Note: If you have multiple DAP-1160L devices on the network, you can access web-based configuration via http://dlinkapwxyz or http://dlinkapwxyz.local (wxyz represents the last four digits in the DAP-1160L’s MAC address) in the address field.
Section 2 - Installation If you have selected AP mode, after you have confirmed your Wi-Fi network settings, the wizard will check for Internet connectivity and then display the mydlink registration screen. To use the mydlink service (mydlink. com or the mydlink Lite app), you must have an account. Select whether you do have a mydlink account or if you need to create one. Click Next to continue. If you do not want to register at this time, click Cancel.
Section 2 - Installation After you have signed up for your mydlink account, you can use the mydlink portal at http://mydlink.com whether you have a Mac or a PC. You can also use the mydlink App for your smartphone or tablet device. The mydlink App will allow you to receive notices, browse network users, and configure your router from an iPhone/iPad/iPod Touch (iOS 3.0 or higher), Android device (1.6 or higher). To download the mydlink lite App, visit the Apple Store, Google Play, or http://mydlink.
Section 3 - Configuration Configuration This section will show you how to configure your new D-Link wireless access point using the web-based configuration utility. Web-based Configuration Utility If you wish to change the default settings or optimize the performance of the DAP-1160L, you may use the webbased configuration utility. To access the configuration utility, open a web browser such as Internet Explorer and enter http://dlinkap, http://dlinkap.local, http://dlinkapwxyz, or http:// dlinkapwxyz.
Section 3 - Configuration Wireless Setup Wizard Click Launch Wireless Setup Wizard to configure your access point. If you want to enter your settings without running the wizard, skip to page 23. Click Next to continue.
Section 3 - Configuration Access Point Mode This Wizard is designed to assist you in configuring your DAP-1160L as an access point. Select Access Point from the dropdown menu. Then, click Next to continue. Click Next to continue.
Section 3 - Configuration Enter a name for your wireless network (SSID). Enter your network key. This key must be entered on your wireless clients. Click Next to continue. Enter your password and click Next. Select your time zone from the drop-down menu and click Next.
Section 3 - Configuration The following screen will show you your network name and password to enter on your wireless clients. Click Save to finish the Setup Wizard. After the wizard has detected Internet connectivity, the mydlink registration screen will appear. To use the mydlink service (mydlink.com or the mydlink Lite app), you must have an account. Select whether you have a mydlink account or if you need to create one. Click Next to continue. If you do not want to register at this time, click Cancel.
Section 3 - Configuration If you clicked Yes, enter your mydlink account name (email address) and password. Click Login to register your router. If you clicked No, fill out the requested information and click Sign up to create your mydlink account. You will then be taken to the mydlink website.
Section 3 - Configuration Manual Configuration Wireless Setup You may manually configure your DAP-1160L instead of running the setup wizard.
Section 3 - Configuration Access Point Mode Enable Wireless: Check the box to enable the wireless function. If you do not want to use wireless, uncheck the box to disable all the wireless functions. You may also set up a specific time range (schedule). Select a schedule from the drop-down menu or click Add New to create a new schedule.
Section 3 - Configuration Channel Width: Select the Channel Width: Auto 20/40 - Select if you are using both 802.11n and non-802.11n wireless devices. 20MHz - Select if you are not using any 802.11n wireless clients. Visibility Status: Check the box if you do not want the SSID of your wireless network to be broadcasted by the DAP-1160L.
Section 3 - Configuration Mydlink Settings This page allows you use its mydlink cloud services features including online access and management of your device through mydlink portal website. This feature is only available in AP mode. Register mydlink Click to register for mydlink service.
Section 3 - Configuration Advanced Access Control The Access Control filter section can be used to filter network access by machines based on the unique MAC addresses of their network adapter(s). It is most useful to prevent unauthorized wireless devices from connecting to your network. A MAC address is a unique ID assigned by the manufacturer of the network adapter. Configure When Turn MAC Filtering OFF is selected, MAC MAC Filtering: addresses are not used to control network access.
Section 3 - Configuration Advanced Wireless Transmit Power: Sets the transmit power of the antennas. WMM Enable: WMM is QoS for your wireless network. This will improve the quality of video and voice applications for your wireless clients. Short GI: Check this box to reduce the guard interval time therefore increasing the data capacity. However, it’s less reliable and may create higher data loss. Internal Station This enables connection to an internal station.
Section 3 - Configuration Wi-Fi Protected Setup Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) System is a simplified method for securing your wireless network during the “Initial setup” as well as the “Add New Device” processes. The Wi-Fi Alliance (WFA) has certified it across different products as well as manufactures. The process is just as easy, as depressing a button for the Push-Button Method or correctly entering the 8-digit code for the Pin-Code Method.
Section 3 - Configuration Maintenance Admin This page will allow you to change the Administrator password. The administrator password has read/write access. Password: Enter a new password for the Administrator Login Name. The administrator can make changes to the settings. Confirm Enter the same password that you entered in the Password: previous textbox in order to confirm its accuracy. Enable Check to enable this feature.
Section 3 - Configuration System Save to Local Use this option to save the current access point Hard Drive: configuration settings to a file on the hard disk of the computer you are using. Click the Save button. You will then see a file dialog where you can select a location and file name for the settings. Upload from Use this option to load previously saved access Local Hard Drive: point configuration settings. Click Browse to find a previously saved configuration file.
Section 3 - Configuration Firmware You can upgrade the firmware of the access point here. Make sure the firmware you want to use is on the local hard drive of the computer. Click on Browse to locate the firmware file to be used for the update. Please check the D-Link support website for firmware updates at http://support.dlink.com. You can download firmware upgrades to your hard drive from this site.
Section 3 - Configuration Time The Time Configuration option allows you to configure, update, and maintain the correct time on the internal system clock. From this section you can set the time zone that you are in. Daylight Saving can also be configured to automatically adjust the time when needed. Time Zone: Select the Time Zone from the drop-down menu. Daylight To select Daylight Saving time manually, click the Saving: Enable Daylight Saving check box.
Section 3 - Configuration System Check This section Ping Tests by sending ping packets to test if a computer on the internet is running and responding. Ping Test: The Ping Test is used to send Ping packets to test if a computer is on the Internet. Enter the host name or IP/IPv6 address that you wish to Ping, and click Ping. IPv6 Ping Test: The IPv6 Ping Test is used to send Ping packets to test if a computer is on the Internet. Enter the host name or IP/IPv6 address that you wish to Ping, and click Ping.
Section 3 - Configuration Schedules Name: Enter a name for your new schedule. Days: Select a day, a range of days, or All Week to include every day. Time: Enter a start and end time for your schedule. Schedule Rules The list of schedules will be listed here. Click the List: Edit icon to make changes or click the Delete icon to remove the schedule.
Section 3 - Configuration Status Device Info This page displays the current LAN and wireless LAN information for the DAP-1160L. General: Displays the access point’s time and firmware version. LAN: Displays the MAC address and the private (local) IP settings for the access point. Wireless LAN: Displays the wireless MAC address and your wireless settings such as SSID and Channel.
Section 3 - Configuration Logs The DAP-1160L keeps a running log of events and activities occurring on the AP. If the AP is rebooted, the logs are automatically cleared. You can save the log files under Log Setting. Log Options: There are several types of logs that can be viewed: System Activity, Debug Information, Attacks, Dropped Packets and Notice. First Page: This button directs you to the first page of the log. Last Page: This button directs you to the last page of the log.
Section 3 - Configuration Statistics The DAP-1160L keeps statistics of the traffic that passes through it. You can view the amount of packets that pass through the LAN and wireless portions of the network. The traffic counter will reset if the access point is rebooted.
Section 3 - Configuration Wireless The wireless section allows you to view the wireless clients that are connected to your wireless access point. Connection Time: Displays the amount of time the wireless client has been connected to the access point. MAC Address: The Ethernet ID (MAC address) of the wireless client.
Section 3 - Configuration IPv6 This page displays all your IPv6 Internet and network connection information. This feature is only available in AP mode.
