D-Link DAP-1160 manual Introduction

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Section 1 - Product Overview

Introduction

D-Link, an industry leader in networking, introduces the new D-Link Wireless G Access Point(DAP-1160). With the ability to transfer files with a maximum wireless signal rate of up to 54Mbps1, the DAP-1160 gives you high-speed wireless network access for your home or office.

The DAP-1160 is Wi-Fi IEEE 802.11g compliant, meaning that it can connect and interoperate with other 802.11g compatible wireless client devices. The 1160 is also backwards compatible to 802.11b.

The DAP-1160 can be flexibly configured to operate as an Access Point, AP Client, Bridge, Bridge with AP, Wireless Repeater, WISP Client Router2 or WISP Repeater2

With its D-Link's Click 'n Connect Wizard, the DAP-1160 Access Point ensures that you will be up and running on a wireless network in just a matter of minutes. The DAP-1160 also includes an embedded DHCP server that can automatically assign IP addresses to wireless network clients.

The DAP-1160 Access Point features Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK) and 64/128-bit WEP Encryption to provide an enhanced level of security for wireless data communications. The DAP-1160 also includes additional security features to keep your wireless connection safe from unauthorized access.

With easy-to-use Web-based management, the DAP-1160 Access Point is the right choice for setting up your first wireless network or extending the range of an existing wireless network.

1Maximum wireless signal rate based on IEEE Standard 802.11g specifications. Actual data throughput will vary. Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of network traffic, building materials and construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate.

2Function available in future firmware upgrade.

D-Link DAP-1160 User Manual



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Contents Page Table of Contents Networking Basics ProductPackageOverviewContents Introduction Features LAN Ports1-2 Hardware OverviewConnections LEDs WEP/WPA Solid green when wireless security is enabledWeb-based Configuration Utility ConfigurationAfter logging in the Setup Wizard page will be displayed Click Launch Setup Wizard Setup WizardConfiguration Click Next to continue Configuration Click Save Wireless Mode Wireless SettingsWireless Access Point Wireless Channel Access Point SettingsChannel scan mode AP Client SettingsWDS Security None WEP64/128 Bridge SettingsWDS Security Bridge with AP Mode SettingsChannel scan Site Survey LAN Static IP TypeDynamic IP IP Address Subnet MaskClient List Performance Mode SettingAdvanced Filters System AdminTools Firmware Device Info StatusView Log LogTraffic Statistics StatsSupport What is WEP? Wireless SecurityAscii Configure WEPSecurity What is WPA? Auto Next to Personal / Enterprise, select Personal Configure WPA-PersonalAuto Next to Personal / Enterprise, select Enterprise Configure WPA EnterpriseUsing Windows XP Connect to a Wireless NetworkConfigure WEP Connecting to a Wireless Network Configure WPA-Personal Connecting to a Wireless Network Why can’t I access the web-based configuration utility? TroubleshootingWhat can I do if I forgot my password? Wireless Basics Wireless Local Area Network Wlan What is Wireless?Small Office and Home Office Wireless Personal Area Network WpanHome Eliminate Interference Centralize your Access PointSecurity Wireless ModesCheck your IP address Networking BasicsStep Statically Assign an IP addressNetwork Standards Antenna Technical SpecificationsSecurity FCC Caution Federal Communication Commission Interference StatementRadiation Exposure Statement Version 1.0 Feb