D-Link AirPlus Xtreme G™ DWL-2000AP High-Speed 2.
Contents Package Contents ................................................................................ 3 Introduction ........................................................................................... 4 Wireless Basics .................................................................................... 8 Getting Started ................................................................................... 12 Using the Configuration Menu ............................................................
Package Contents D-Link AirPlus Xtreme G™ DWL-2000AP Power Adapter-DC 5V, 2.0A Manual and Warranty on CD Quick Installation Guide Ethernet Cable High-Speed 2.4GHz Wireless Access Point If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller. Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage rating than the one included with the DWL-2000AP will cause damage and void the warranty for this product.
Introduction The D-Link AirPlus Xtreme G™ DWL-2000AP High-Speed Wireless Access Point is a draft 802.11g high-performance, wireless access point that supports high-speed wireless networking at home, at work or in public places. The DWL-2000AP is capable of operating in one of 4 different modes to meet your wireless networking needs. The DWL-2000AP can operate as an Access Point; in Access Point-to-Access Point Bridging mode; Access Point-to-Multipoint Bridging mode; or Wireless Client mode.
Connections Pressing the Reset Button restores the router to its original factory default settings. The LAN Port is Auto-MDI/MDIX. You can insert either a Straight-through or a Cross-over Ethernet cable in this port in order to connect the DWL-2000AP to a switch on the local network.
LEDs LED stands for Light-Emitting Diode.
Features 4 Different Operation modes - Capable of operating in one of four different operation modes to meet your wireless networking requirements: Access Point; AP-to-AP Bridging; AP-to-Multipoint Bridging; and Wireless Client. Faster wireless networking with the draft 802.11g standard to provide a wireless data rate of up to 54Mbps* Compatible with the 802.11b standard to provide a wireless data rate of up to 11Mbps - that means you can migrate your system to the 802.
Wireless Basics D-Link wireless products are based on industry standards to provide easy-to-use and compatible high-speed wireless connectivity within your home, business or wherever a wireless network is available. D-Link wireless products will allow you access to the data you want, when and where you want it. You will be able to enjoy the freedom that wireless networking brings.
Wireless Basics (continued) People use WLAN technology for many different purposes: Mobility - Productivity increases when people have access to data in any location within the operating range of the WLAN. Management decisions based on real-time information can significantly improve worker efficiency. Low Implementation Costs – WLANs are easy to set up, manage, change and relocate. Networks that frequently change, both physically and logically, can benefit from a WLAN’s ease of implementation.
Wireless Basics (continued) Standards-Based Technology The DWL-2000AP Wireless Access Point utilizes the new 802.11g1 standard. The IEEE 802.11g standard is an extension of the 802.11b standard. It increases the data rate up to 54 Mbps within the 2.4GHz band, utilizing OFDM technology. This means that in most environments, within the specified range of this device, you will be able to transfer large files quickly or even watch a movie in MPEG format over your network without noticeable delays.
Wireless Basics (continued) Installation Considerations The D-Link AirPlus Xtreme G™ DWL-2000AP lets you access your network, using a wireless connection, from virtually anywhere within its operating range. 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. Typical ranges vary depending on the types of materials and background RF (radio frequency) noise in your home or business.
Getting Started On the following pages we will show you an example of an Infrastructure Network incorporating the DWL-2000AP. An Infrastructure network contains an Access Point or a Wireless Router.
Getting Started (continued) Setting up a Wireless 1 2 3 4 5 6 Please remember that D-Link Air Plus Xtreme G™ wireless devices are pre-configured to connect together, right out of the box, with their default settings.
Using the Configuration Menu After you have completed the Setup Wizard (please see the Quick Installation Guide that came with the product) you can access the Configuration menu at any time by opening the web browser and typing in the IP Address of the DWL-2000AP. The DWL-2000AP default IP Address is shown below: Open the web browser Type in the IP Address of the Router http://192.168.0.
Using the Configuration Menu (continued) Home > Wireless SSID- Service Set Identifier (SSID) is the name designated for a specific wireless local area network (WLAN). The SSID’s factory default setting is default. The SSID can be easily changed to connect to an existing wireless network or to establish a new wireless network. Channel- 6 is the default channel. All devices on the network must share the same channel.
Using the Configuration Menu (continued) Home > LAN LAN is short for Local Area Network. This is considered your internal network. These are the IP settings of the LAN interface for the DWL-2000AP. These settings may be referred to as Private settings. You may change the LAN IP address if needed. The LAN IP address is private to your internal network and cannot be seen on the Internet. IP Address- The IP address of the LAN interface. The default IP address is: 192.168.0.
Using the Configuration Menu (continued) Advanced > Mode The DWL-2000AP can be configured to perform in any of four modes: a Wireless Access Point; a Wireless Client; a Wireless Bridge; or a Multi-Point Bridge. 1 Access Point mode is the default setting. This mode is used to create a wireless LAN. 2 Wireless Client mode will transform any IEEE 802.3 Ethernet device (e.g., a computer, printer, etc.) into an 802.
Using the Configuration Menu (continued) Advanced > Mode (continued) Enter the MAC address to configure the Wireless Client and the Wireless Bridge modes Wireless Client mode When using the DWL-2000AP in Wireless Client mode, you will enter the MAC address of the Remote AP. Wireless Bridge mode When using the DWL-2000AP in Wireless Bridge mode, you will enter the MAC address of the Remote Bridge.
Using the Configuration Menu (continued) Advanced > Performance TX Rates- The DWL-2000AP will automatically sense the best possible speed when you select Auto (the default setting), or you can choose the data transfer rate: 54Mbps,48Mbps, 36Mbps, 24Mbps, 18Mbps, 12Mbps, 11Mbps, 9Mbps,6Mbps, 5.5Mbps, 2Mbps, 1Mbps. Beacon Interval- Beacons are packets sent by an Access Point to synchronize a wireless network. Specify a value. 100 is the default setting and is recommended.
Using the Configuration Menu (continued) Tools> Admin At this page, the DWL-2000AP administrator can change the system password.
Using the Configuration Menu (continued) Tools > System The current system settings can be saved as a file onto the local hard drive. The saved file or any other saved setting file can be loaded back on the DWL-2000AP. To reload a system settings file, click on Browse to browse the local hard drive and locate the system file to be used. You may also reset the Wireless Access Point back to factory settings by clicking on Restore.
Using the Configuration Menu (continued) Tools > 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 browse the local hard drive and locate the firmware to be used for the update. Please check the D-Link support site for firmware updates at http://support.dlink.com. You can download firmware upgrades to your hard drive from the D-Link support site.
Using the Configuration Menu (continued) Status > Device Info This page displays the current information about the DWL-2000AP, such as the assigned IP Address and the wireless settings. Status > Log The Log keeps a running log of events and activities occurring on the Access Point. If the device is rebooted, the logs are automatically cleared. You may save the log files under Log Settings.
Using the Configuration Menu (continued) Status > Stats The screen above displays theTraffic Statistics. Here you can view the amount of packets that pass through the DWL-2000AP. The traffic counter will reset if the device is rebooted. Help At the Help screen you can select from Help files displayed above.
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 Microsoft Windows XP. Note: Please refer to websites such as http://www.homenethelp.com and http://www.microsoft.com/windows2000 for information about networking computers using Windows 2000, ME or 98. Go to Start>Control Panel>Network Connections Select Set up a home or small office network When this screen appears, Click Next.
Networking Basics (continued) 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.
Networking Basics (continued) 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.
Networking Basics (continued) 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.
Networking Basics (continued) In the 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.
Networking Basics (continued) Please wait while the Network Setup Wizard copies the files. 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. Click Next.
Networking Basics (continued) Please read the information on this screen, then click Finish to complete the Network Setup Wizard. The new settings will take effect when you restart the computer. Click Yes to 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.
Networking Basics (continued) Naming your Computer To name your computer, please follow these directions:(In Windows XP) Click Start (in the lower left corner of the screen) Right-click on My Computer Select Properties and Click Select the Computer Name Tab in 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.
Networking Basics (continued) Naming your Computer In this window, enter the Computer name Select Workgroup and enter the name of the Workgroup All computers on your network must have the same Workgroup name. Click OK Checking the IP Address in Windows XP The adapter-equipped computers in your network must be in the same IP Address range (see Getting Started in this manual for a definition of IP Address Range.
Networking Basics (continued) Checking the IP Address in Windows XP This window will appear. Click the Support tab Click Close Assigning a Static IP Address in Windows XP/2000 Note: Residential Gateways/Broadband Routers will automatically assign IP Addresses to the computers on the network, using DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) technology. If you are using a DHCP-capable Gateway/Router you will not need to assign Static IP Addresses.
Networking Basics (continued) Assigning a Static IP Address in Windows XP/2000 Double-click on Network Connections Right-click on Local Area Connections Double-click on Properties 35
Networking Basics (continued) Assigning a Static IP Address in Windows XP/2000 Click on Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Click Properties Input your IP Address and subnet mask. (The IP Addresses on your network 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.
Networking Basics (continued) Assigning a Static IP Address with Macintosh OSX Go to the Apple Menu and select System Preferences cClick on Network 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 37
Networking Basics (continued) Selecting a Dynamic IP Address with Macintosh OSX 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 Click Apply Now The IP Address, Subnet mask, and the Router’s IP Address will appear in a few seconds 38
Networking Basics (continued) Checking the Wireless Connection by Pinging in Windows XP and 2000 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 Acess Point, as shown. Checking the Wireless Connection by Pinging in Windows Me and 98 Go to Start > Run > type command. A window similar to this will appear.
Troubleshooting This Chapter provides solutions to problems that can occur during the installation and operation of the DWL-2000AP 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 DWL-2000AP Wireless Access Point. 1.The computer used to configure the DWL-2000AP cannot access the Configuration menu.
Troubleshooting (continued) 2. The wireless client cannot access the Internet in the Infrastructure mode. Make sure the wireless client is associated and joined with the correct Access Point. To check this connection: Right-click on the Local Area Connection icon in the taskbar> select View Available Wireless Networks. The Connect to Wireless Network screen will appear. Please make sure you have selected the correct available network, as shown in the illustration below.
Troubleshooting (continued) 2. The wireless client cannot access the Internet in the Infrastructure mode. (continued) Check to make sure that the Router in your network is functioning properly by pinging it. If the router is not functioning properly, it will not connect to the Internet. If you need to find out how to ping network devices, please refer to “Checking the Wireless Connection by pinging” in the Networking Basics section of this manual.
Troubleshooting (continued) Double-click on Network Adapters Right-click on D-Link AirPlus® DWL-G650 Wireless Cardbus Adapter (In this example we use the DWL-G650; you may be using other network adapters, but the procedure will remain the same.
Troubleshooting (continued) 4. What variables may cause my wireless products to lose reception? D-Link products let you access your network from virtually anywhere you want. However, the positioning of the products within your environment will affect the wireless range. Please refer to Installation Considerations in the Wireless Basics section of this manual for further information about the most advantageous placement of your D-Link wireless products. 5.
Troubleshooting (continued) 6. Why can’t I get a wireless connection? (continued) Turn off your DWL-2000AP and the client. Turn the DWL-2000AP back on again, and then turn on the client. Check that the LED indicators are indicating normal activity. If not, check that the AC power and Ethernet cables are firmly connected. Check that the IP Address, subnet mask, and gateway settings are correctly entered for the network. If you are using 2.
Troubleshooting (continued) 8. Resetting the DWL-2000AP to Factory Default Settings After you have tried other methods for troubleshooting your network, you may choose to Reset the DWL-2000AP to the factory default settings.
Technical Specifications Standards IEEE 802.11g-Draft IEEE 802.11 IEEE 802.11b IEEE 802.3 IEEE 802.
Technical Specifications (continued) Receiver Sensitivity: 54Mbps OFDM, 10% PER, -68dBm 48Mbps OFDM, 10% PER, -68dBm 36Mbps OFDM, 10% PER, -75dBm 24Mbps OFDM, 10% PER, -79dBm 18Mbps OFDM, 10% PER, -82dBm 12Mbps OFDM, 10% PER, -84dBm 11Mbps CCK, 8% PER, -82dBm 9Mbps OFDM, 10% PER, -87dBm 6Mbps OFDM, 10% PER, -88dBm 5.5Mbps CCK, 8% PER, -85dBm 2Mbps QPSK, 8% PER, -86dBm 1Mbps BPSK, 8% PER, -89dBm Physical Dimensions: L = 5.6 inches (142mm) W = 4.3 inches (109mm) H = 1.
Technical Specifications (continued) Media Access Control: CSMA/CA with ACK Power Input: Ext. Power Supply DC 5V, 2.0A Weight: .44 lbs.
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