D-Link AG DI-784 manual Advanced Performance 802.11g RTS Threshold, Dtim interval

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Using the Configuration Menu (continued)

Advanced > Performance > 802.11g (Continued)

RTS Threshold-	This value should remain at its default setting of 2346. If incon-
	sistent data flow is a problem, only a minor modification should
	be made.
Fragmentation-	This value should also remain at its default setting of 2346. If you
	experience a high packet error rate, you may slightly increase
	your Fragmentation value within the range of 256-2346. Setting
	the Fragmentation value too low may result in poor performance.
DTIM interval-	(Delivery Traffic Indication Message) 1 is the default setting. A
	DTIM is a countdown informing clients of the next window for
	listening to broadcast and multicast messages.
Authentication-	Select Open system or Shared Key

Open System - The DI-784 will be visible to all devices on the network. This is the default setting

Shared Key - In this mode, in order to access the DI-784 on the network, the device must be listed in the MAC Address Control List

SSID Broadcast-

Super G Mode-

Choose Enabled to broadcast the SSID across the network. All devices on a network must share the same SSID (Service Set Identifier) to establish communication. Choose Disabled if you do not wish to broadcast the SSID over the network.

Super G is a group of performance enhancement features that increase end user application throughput in an 802.11g network. Super G is backwarsd compatible to standard 802.11g devices. For top performance, all wirelss devices on the network should be Super G capable. Select either Disabled, Super G without Turbo, Super G with Dynamic Turbo, or Super G with Static Turbo.

Disabled-

Super G without Turbo-

Super G with Dynamic Turbo-

Super G with Static Turbo-

Standard 802.11g support, no enhanced capabilities.

Capable of Packet Bursting, FastFrames, Compression, and no Turbo mode.

Capable of Packet Bursting, FastFrames, Compression, and Dynamic Turbo. This setting is backwards compatible with non- Turbo (legacy) devices. Dynamic Turbo mode is only enabled when all nodes on the wireless network is Super G with Dy- namic Turbo enabled.

Capable of Packet Bursting, FastFrames, Compression, and Static Turbo. This setting is not backwards compatible with non- Turbo (legacy) devices. Static turbo mode is always on and is only enabled when all nodes on the wireless network is Super G

with Static Turbo enabled.

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Contents Manual Contents Package Contents Introduction Power LAN ports WAN port isAdapter Features LEDs Front Panel of Unit Wireless Basics Wireless Basics Getting Started Setting up a Wireless Infrastructure2 NetworkHome Wizard Using the Configuration MenuHome Wireless Open or Shared Wireless Settings Using the Configuration MenuWEP Encryption Home Wireless Open or Shared Channel AuthenticationKey Type KeysHome Wireless WPA Authentication LifetimeRadius Server Home Wireless WPA-PSK Primary/Secondary DNS Home WAN Dynamic IP Address Host Name MAC Address CloneGateway Address Primary/ Secondary DNS Home WAN Static IP Address Subnet MaskService Name PasswordHome WAN PPPoE PPPoEIdle Time MaximumAuto-reconnect Home LANDynamic Host Control Protocol. Home DhcpAdvanced Virtual Server Example #1 Example #2 Advanced Applications Name Trigger Port Trigger Type Public PortPublic Type IP Filters Advanced Filters IP FiltersPort Protocol TypesFilters URL Blocking- Keywords Advanced Filters URL BlockingFilters MAC Filters Name MAC Address Dhcp Client Advanced Filters MAC FiltersFilters Advanced Filters Domain BlockingDomain Blocking Permitted DomainsFirewall Rules Advanced FirewallAction SourceDMZ Advanced DMZAdvanced Performance 802.11a Wireless Transmit Power Beacon interval RTS Threshold FragmentationData Rate Transmit Power Beacon interval Advanced Performance 802.11a Super a ModePerformance TX RatesSsid Broadcast Super G Mode Advanced Performance 802.11g RTS ThresholdDtim interval Tools Admin Administrator Login Name Advanced Performance 802.11g CTS ModeUser Login Name Admin PasswordTools Admin DefaultTools Time Tools System System Settings Save Settings to Load Settings fromRestore to Factory Browse Tools Firmware UpgradePing Test Tools MiscRestart Device Discard PingTools Cable Test Log Settings Status Device InfoStatus Log View Log Status Log Log Settings Smtp Server IP Address Email AddressLog Type Status Stats Status Wireless Connected Client ListHelp Microsoft Windows XP Networking BasicsNetworking Basics Workgroup name Enter a Computer description and a Computer name optionalNetworking Basics Format the disk if you wish, and click Next Networking Basics Network Setup Wizard Right-click on My Computer Naming your ComputerComputer name Checking the IP Address in Windows XPControl Panel Support tabProperties Network ConnectionsAssigning a Static IP Address Windows XP/2000 Assigning a Static IP Address with Macintosh OSX Selecting a Dynamic IP Address with Macintosh OSX Checking the Wireless Connection by Pinging in Windows Me Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Manager Select Hardware TabAdapters Why does my wireless connection keep dropping? Why can’t I get a wireless connection?Resetting the DI-784 to Factory Default Settings Advanced Firewall Features Technical SpecificationsTechnical Specifications Wireless Transmit Power Why can´t I access the web based configuration? Frequently Asked QuestionsFrequently Asked Questions LAN Settings button How can I find my IP Address in Windows 95, 98, or ME? How can I find my IP Address in Windows 2000/XP? Places and select Properties How can I assign a Static IP Address in Windows XP?Network Neigborhood icon Win ME My YesClick Specify an IP Address Click on the DNS Configuration tabDynamic Cable connection Static Cable Connection Frequently Asked Questions To set up your router How do I open ports on my router? What is DMZ? How do I configure the DMZ Host?Demilitarized Zone DI-784 Frequently Asked Questions What are virtual servers? How do I use PC Anywhere with my router?Click Continue ClickFirewall How can I use eDonkey behind my D-Link router?How do I set up my router for Socom on my Playstation 2? Private Port Public Port How can I use Gamespy behind my D-Link router?How do I configure my router for KaZaA and Grokster? How do I configure my router to play Warcraft 3? Configure the Game Port information on each computerFor the DI-604, DI-614+. DI-624, DI-754, DI-764, or DI-784 How do I use NetMeeting with my D-Link router? How do I set up my router to use iChat? -for Macintosh usersStep Choose Apple menu System Preferences Choose View Sharing Then Virtual ServerFrequently Asked Questions What is NAT? Technical Support USA only Warranty and RegistrationPage Important Note