D-Link DCS-910/90 manual Centralize your router or Access Point, Eliminate Interference

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Appendix A - Wireless Basics

Where is wireless used?

Wireless technology is expanding everywhere not just at home or office. People like the freedom of mobility and it’s becoming so popular that more and more public facilities now provide wireless access to attract people. The wireless connection in public places is usually called “hotspots”.

Using a D-Link Cardbus Adapter with your laptop, you can access the hotspot to connect to Internet from remote locations like: Airports, Hotels, Coffee Shops, Libraries, Restaurants, and Convention Centers.

Wireless network is easy to setup, but if you’re installing it for the first time it could be quite a task not knowing where to start. That’s why we’ve put together a few setup steps and tips to help you through the process of setting up a wireless network.

Tips

Here are a few things to keep in mind, when you install a wireless network.

Centralize your router or Access Point

Make sure you place the router/access point in a centralized location within your network for the best performance. Try to place the router/access point as high as possible in the room, so the signal gets dispersed throughout your home. If you have a two-story home, you may need a repeater to boost the signal to extend the range.

Eliminate Interference

Place home appliances such as cordless telephones, microwaves, and televisions as away as possible from the router/ access point. This would significantly reduce any interfere that the appliances might cause since they operate on same frequency.

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Contents Page Table of Contents Warranty Registration Package Contents System RequirementsIntroduction Features Hardware Overview Front ViewReset Ethernet Connector Wireless Antenna Rear ViewHardware Installation Attach the AntennaAttach the Swivel Stand Connect the Ethernet CableAttach the External Power Supply Installation Wireless Installation Considerations Software Installation Click Setup WizardInstallation Installation Click Finish to complete the installation Installation Configuration Setup WizardConfiguration Click Restart Your setup is now completed Viewing Your Internet CameraConfiguration Setup Wizard Live VideoInternet Connection Setup Wizard Static IP Address, orConfiguration Network Setup This section, you can configure your network settingsSetup Wireless Wireless InterfaceSetup Ddns DdnsSetup Image Setup Image SettingsSetup Video Video ConfigurationSetup Mail Email AccountTime Schedule Interval Test E-mail AccountSetup FTP FTP ServerEnable upload image to FTP server Setup Time and Date Maintenance Device Management Maintenance Backup and Restore Maintenance Firmware Upgrade Status System ViewCam Installation Click D-ViewCamConfiguration Configuration Add a Camera Link D-ViewCamConfiguration DCS-910-55 DCS-910-55 DCS-910 Your D-ViewCam Installation is Complete Wireless Security What is WEP?What is WPA? Using & Configuring the DCS-910/920 Setting Up the DCS-910/920 For Use Behind a RouterAssign a Local IP Address to Your Camera Security Router Set-Up and Installation Access the Router with Your Web BrowserOpen Virtual Server Ports to Enable Remote Image Viewing Security Troubleshooting Why does the Power LED not light up constantly?Why does the LAN LED not light up properly? Why does the Internet Camera work locally but not remotely?Noisy images occur. How can I solve the problem? Why are no images available through the Web browser?Wireless Basics What is Wireless? Wireless Local Area Network WlanHome Small Office and Home OfficeCentralize your router or Access Point Eliminate InterferenceWireless Modes SecurityNetworking Basics Check your IP addressStep Highlight Internet Protocol TCP/IP and click Properties StepTechnical Specifications NetworkPower Consumption Contacting Technical Support Link Technical Support over the TelephoneLink Technical Support over the Internet Warranty Limited WarrantyLimited Software Warranty Non-Applicability of WarrantyWhat Is Not Covered Disclaimer of Other WarrantiesLimitation of Liability Governing LawTrademarks Copyright StatementCE Mark Warning FCC StatementRegistration