D-Link DI-514 manual Wireless Basics, Link Air DWL 700AP, DWL-AirPlus DWL-900AP+ DWL-2000AP+

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Wireless Basics

Inexpensive Solution - Wireless network devices are as competitively priced as conventional Ethernet network devices.

Scalability –WLANs can be configured in a variety of ways to meet the needs of specific applications and installations. Configurations are easily changed and range from peer-to-peer networks suitable for a small number of users to larger infrastructure networks to accommodate hundreds or thousands of users, depending on the number of wireless devices deployed.

The DI-514 is compatible with the following wireless products (the maximum data transfer speed for the DI-514 is 11mbps):

D-Link Air DWL-650, D-Link AirPlus™ DWL-650+,

D-Link AirPlus Xtreme™ G DWL-G650

Wireless Cardbus Adapters used with laptop computers

D-Link Air DWL-520, D-Link AirPlus DWL-520+, D-Link AirPlus Xtreme G DWL-G520

Wireless PCI cards used with desktop computers

D-Link Air DWL 700AP, DWL-AirPlus DWL-900AP+,

DWL-2000AP+

Enhanced 2.4GHz Wireless Access Points

D-Link AirPlus DWL-800AP+

Enhanced 2.4GHz Wireless Range Extender

D-Link AirPlus DWL-810+

Enhanced 2.4GHz Ethernet-to-Wireless Bridge

Standards - Based Technology

The IEEE standard-based technology assures that the D-Link Air Products are interoperable with existing compatible 2.4GHz wireless technology. This means you will be able to transfer large files quickly or even watch a movie in MPEG format over your network without noticeable delays.

The technology works by using multiple frequencies in the 2.4GHz range at speeds up to 11 Mbps. D-Link Air products will automatically sense the best possible connection speed to ensure the greatest speed and range possible with the technology.

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Contents Link Air DI-514 Contents Package Contents Introduction Connections Features and Benefits Leds Wireless Basics Link Air DWL 700AP, DWL-AirPlus DWL-900AP+ DWL-2000AP+ Wireless BasicsLink AirPlus DWL-800AP+ Link AirPlus DWL-810+Installation Considerations Getting Started Link Air DWL-650Link Air DWL-520 Getting Started Setting Up an Infrastructure NetworkUsing the Configuration Menu Type admin in the User Name field lower caseSetup Wizard Home Wireless WirelessHome Wizard Key Type ChannelDynamic IP Address Home WANSecondary DNS Address optional PPPoE Home LAN Dhcp Home DhcpVirtual Server Advanced Virtual ServerPage Advanced Applications Filters Advanced FiltersMAC Filters Domain Blocking Advanced FirewallAdvanced DMZ Advanced Performance Authentication Select Open system, Shared Key or Auto Tools AdminSystem Settings Tools SystemTime Tools Misc Tools FirmwareStatus Device Info Status Log Log SettingsConnected Wireless Clients List Status WirelessStatus Stats Traffic StatisticsConfigure the DI-514 Access Point TroubleshootingTroubleshooting Manager Double-click on Network Resetting the DI-514 to Factory Default Settings Networking Basics Using the Network Setup Wizard in Windows XPNetworking Basics Enter a Computer description and a Computer name optional Networking Basics Networking Basics Networking Basics Network Setup Wizard Right-click on My Computer Select Properties and click Windows XPComputer Name Tab in the System Properties window Click Change…Area Connection icon in the task bar Select Workgroup and enter the name of the WorkgroupDouble-click on Control Panel Support TabAssigning a Static IP Address in Windows XP/2000 Highlight Internet Protocol TCP/IP Select Built-in Ethernet PreferencesInput the Static IP Address, Subnet Mask and the Router IP Click Apply NowSelect Built-in Ethernet in the Show pull-down menu System PreferencesFor Windows ME and 98SE For Windows XPEncryption 64/128 bit RC4 Media Access Control Technical SpecificationsStandards VPN Pass Through / Multi-SessionsOperating Temperature 32F to 131F 0C to 55C Humidity Wireless Transmit Power 15dBm ± 2dB External Antenna TypePower Input Safety & EmissionsTechnical Support Technical SupportWarranty USA only Page Important Note Page Registration