D-Link user manual D-LINK Airpremier DWL-1800 Configuration Utility

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3.THE D-LINK AIRPREMIER DWL-1800

CONFIGURATION UTILITY

The D-Link Air Premier DWL-1800 Configuration Utility is an SNMP-based utility that provides a consistent view of the wireless network. The system administrator can use the D-Link AirPremier DWL-1800 Configuration Utility to control a large number of DWL-1800 units from a single location. The Configuration Utility can be used to manage DWL-1800B(BU) and DWL-1800R (RB)units as well as other members of the D-Link wireless family including D-Link Air and Air Plus Series i.e. DWL-900AP, DWL-900AP+, DWL-520, DWL-520+, DWL-650, DWL-650+. The description in this manual, however, is limited to management and configuration of DWL-1800B and DWL-1800R units.

Using the Configuration Utility you can:

??Assign radio channels for optimal cell operation.

??Configure units with a specified IP address.

??Set the SNMP Read/Write Community strings.

??Verify the status of all units in the network.

??Configuration of a wide range of operational parameters, including WLAN, IP and Security parameters.

??View Tx and Rx counters.

??Obtain general information such as the Firmware version and system name.

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Contents LinkAirPremier Table of Contents Troubleshooting Guide DWL-1800 Point-to-Multipoint Application Table of FiguresTable of Tables General Using this GuideIntroduction System DescriptionLink AirPremier DWL-1800 Functional Description DWL-1800B BU Wireless Base UnitLink AirPremier DWL-1800 Compatibility and Standards DWL-1800R RB Wireless BridgePacking List InstallationInstallation Overview General Installation Scheme Pole Mounting Outdoor Installation ConsiderationsPhysical Obstacles Collocating DWL-1800 Outdoor UnitsSite Selection Factors Path of Clearest PropagationPoint-to-Point Rooftop InstallationAntennas for Outdoor Applications Path LossCell Size/Link Distance Using Outdoor Range TablesPrecautions Antenna PolarizationCompliance with Radio Regulations Installing the Outdoor UnitHoles/Grooves/Screw Holes Connecting the Indoor-to-Outdoor Cable Connecting the Ground and Antenna CablesInstalling the Indoor Unit Brown Phase ~ Blue Neutral Yellow/green Grounding Antenna Alignment Configuring ParametersPage Name Description Functionality Verifying Correct OperationVerifying Correct Operation of the Indoor Unit What to do if the Self Test fails Verifying Correct Operation of the Outdoor UnitD-LINK Airpremier DWL-1800 Configuration Utility Configuration Utility Modes Installing and Running the Configuration UtilityTabs Section Unit Configuration ModeControl Window Section Selecting Units Control WindowSet IP Dialog Box Setting the Snmp Community StringApplication Control Buttons IP Parameters Tab Configuration Utility TabsStation Status Tab IP Parameters Tab Snmp Parameters Tab Snmp Parameters TabCounters Tab BU/DWL-1800B Units Counters Tab?? Link Counters ?? Tx Counters?? Rx Counters Wlan Parameters Tab ?? Resetting CountersWlan Parameters Tab RB/DWL-1800R Channel HighestChannel Frequency France CanadaStation Control Tab Station Control TabSecurity Tab Security TabAdvanced Tab Advanced TabPage Trap Monitor Tab Firmware Upgrade ModeFirmware Upgrade Mode dialog box To upgrade firmwareFirmware Upgrade Process Advanced Tftp Setup dialog box Advanced Tftp SettingsMultiple Configuration Mode dialog box Multiple Unit Configuration ModeTo reset the unit to the factory defaults Resetting the Snmp Community StringsReloading Factory Default Settings Troubleshooting Guide System TroubleshootingProblem Possible Cause Corrective Action Indication Radio Technical SpecificationsConfiguration and Management Supported StandardsInterfaces RangeSecurity Outdoor Unit-to-Indoor Unit CommunicationElectrical Standards Compliance, General Mechanical DimensionsEnvironmental General Appendix A. DWL-1800 FAQDoes the DWL-1800B supports 802.1d spanning tree protocol? Collocation Performance What is the throughput of the D-Link Air Premier DWL-1800?Firmware Can the DWL-1800B/ DWL-1800R firmware be upgraded?Configuration What management options are available for the DWL-1800? ManagementAppendix B. Preparing the Indoor to Outdoor Cable Ethernet Connector Pin AssignmentsRF Terms and Definitions Appendix C. Radio Signal PropagationIntroduction Attenuation RF Power LevelFree Space Loss Isotropic Antenna Antenna CharacteristicsLink Parameters System CharacteristicsLink Budget Calculation Signal FadingClear Line of Sight Line of Sight ConceptFresnel Zone Clear of Obstacles FCC Warning Avertissement AUX Utilisateurs Product Type Warranty Period What You Must Do For Warranty Service Trademarks Offices Print, type or use block letters Registration Card