Detailed instructions for use are in the User's Guide.
[. . . ] 8 Using the Configuration Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Networking Basics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Technical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [. . . ] Auto - automatically adjusts to the Authentication mode of the wireless client.
SSID Broadcast: (Service Set Identifier) Enable or Disable (default) the broadcast of
the SSID name across the network. All devices on a network must use the same SSID to establish communication.
D-Link Systems, Inc.
15
DWL-700AP User's Manual
Using the Configuration Utility
Using the Configuration Utility (continued)
Advanced > Filters
Use MAC Filters to allow or deny computers by their MAC Addresses from accessing the DWL-700AP. You can either manually add a MAC Address or select the MAC Address from the list of clients that are currently connected to the broadband router (Connected PCs). MAC Filter List: This list will display the MAC Addresses that are in the selected filter.
D-Link Systems, Inc.
16
DWL-700AP User's Manual
Using the Configuration Utility
Using the Configuration Utility (continued)
Tools > Admin
New Password: Enter the new password. Confirm Password: Re-enter the password to confirm it.
Tools > System
Restore: You may also restore the factory settings by clicking on Restore. Make sure to
save the unit's settings before clicking on Restore. drive.
Save Settings: The current system settings can be saved as a file onto the local hard Load Settings: The saved file or any other saved setting file can be loaded back on the
access point. To reload a system settings file, click on Browse to browse the local hard drive and locate the system file to be used. Click Load when you have selected the file to be loaded back onto the access point.
Reset: To complete the reset, click Reset.
D-Link Systems, Inc.
17
DWL-700AP User's Manual
Using the Configuration Utility
Using the Configuration Utility (continued)
Tools > Firmware
Click on Click here to check for the latest firmware. . . . Then click Browse on this page to find the firmware upgrade on your hard drive. Click Apply to start the firmware upgrade.
Status > Device Info
This screen displays the current wireless and Ethernet settings of the DWL-700AP.
D-Link Systems, Inc.
18
DWL-700AP User's Manual
Using the Configuration Utility
Using the Configuration Utility (continued)
Status > Log
View Log
The access point keeps a running log of events and activities occurring on the AP. (D-Link wireless routers have a LAN IP address of 192. 168. 0. 1) Click OK.
You have completed the assignment of a static IP address. (You do not need to assign a static IP address if you have a DHCP-capable gateway/router. )
D-Link Systems, Inc.
32
DWL-700AP User's Manual
Networking Basics
Networking Basics (continued)
Checking the Wireless Connection by Pinging in Windows XP/2000 Go to Start > Run >
type cmd. xxx, where xxx is the IP address of the wireless router or access point. A good wireless connection will show four replies from the wireless router or access point, as shown.
Checking the Wireless Connection by Pinging in Windows Me/98
Go to Start > Run
> type command. xxx. xxx where xxx is the IP address of the wireless router or access point. A good wireless connection will show four replies from the wireless router or access point, as shown.
D-Link Systems, Inc.
33
DWL-700AP User's Manual
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
This chapter provides solutions to problems that can occur during the installation and operation of the DWL-700AP. If you have another operating system, these solutions will still apply although the appearance on your computer screen may differ. ) Note: It is recommended that you use an Ethernet connection to configure the DWL-700AP Access Point. The computer used to configure the DWL-700AP cannot access the configuration menu. If the LED is not ON, check that the cable for the Ethernet connection is securely inserted. Please see item 3 (Check that the drivers for the network adapters are installed properly) in this Troubleshooting section to check that the drivers are loaded properly. Check that the IP address is in the same range and subnet as the DWL-700AP. [. . . ] The product owner agrees to pay D-Link's reasonable handling and return shipping charges for any product that is not packaged and shipped in accordance with the foregoing requirements, or that is determined by D-Link not to be defective or non-conforming. What Is Not Covered: This limited warranty provided by D-Link does not cover: Products, if in D-Link's judgment, have been subjected to abuse, accident, alteration, modification, tampering, negligence, misuse, faulty installation, lack of reasonable care, repair or service in any way that is not contemplated in the documentation for the product, or if the model or serial number has been altered, tampered with, defaced or removed; Initial installation, installation and removal of the product for repair, and shipping costs; Operational adjustments covered in the operating manual for the product, and normal maintenance; Damage that occurs in shipment, due to act of God, failures due to power surge, and cosmetic damage; Any hardware, software, firmware or other products or services provided by anyone other than D-Link; Products that have been purchased from inventory clearance or liquidation sales or other sales in which D-Link, the sellers, or the liquidators expressly disclaim their warranty obligation pertaining to the product. Repair by anyone other than D-Link or an Authorized D-Link Service Office will void this Warranty. Disclaimer of Other Warranties: EXCEPT FOR THE LIMITED WARRANTY SPECIFIED HEREIN, THE PRODUCT IS PROVIDED "AS-IS" WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY OF ANY KIND WHATSOEVER INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND NON-INFRINGEMENT. [. . . ]