D Link AP1533A1 User Manual

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Preface

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Manual Revisions

Revision	Date	Description
1.0	October 20, 2011	• Initial Release

Trademarks

D-Link and the D-Link logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of D-Link Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States or other countries. All other company or product names mentioned herein are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.

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Table of Contents

Preface.................................................................................	2
Manual Revisions..........................................................................	2
Trademarks......................................................................................	2
Product Overview...............................................................	5
Package Contents.........................................................................	5
System Requirements..................................................................	6
Introduction....................................................................................	7
Features............................................................................................	8
Hardware Overview......................................................................	9
Connections............................................................................	9
LEDs..........................................................................................	10
Installation........................................................................	11
Wireless Installation Considerations....................................	12
AP/Bridge Mode...............................................................	13
One Touch AP Configuration..................................................	15
Configuration for AP Mode..............................................	16
Web-based Configuration Utility...........................................	16
Setup Wizard.................................................................................	17
Wireless Setup Wizard........................................................	18
Manual Configuration...............................................................	21
Wireless Setup......................................................................	21
Wireless Setup......................................................................	22
2.4GHz................................................................................	22
Wireless Setup......................................................................	23
5GHz....................................................................................	23

LAN Setup..............................................................................	25
Dynamic IP........................................................................	25
Static IP...............................................................................	26
LAN Setup.........................................................................	27
Static IPv6..........................................................................	27
LAN Setup.........................................................................	28
IPv6 - Auto-Configuration...........................................	28
Advanced.......................................................................................	29
MAC Address Filter..............................................................	29
Advanced Wireless..............................................................	30
QoS...........................................................................................	31
Wi-Fi Protected Setup........................................................	32
User Limit...............................................................................	33
Maintenance.................................................................................	34
Admin......................................................................................	34
System.....................................................................................	35
Language Pack.....................................................................	36
Firmware.................................................................................	36
Time..........................................................................................	37
System Check........................................................................	38
Schedules...............................................................................	39
Status...............................................................................................	40
Device Info.............................................................................	40
Logs..........................................................................................	41
Statistics..................................................................................	42
Help..................................................................................................	43

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Configuration for Bridge Mode.......................................	44
Web-based Configuration Utility...........................................	44
Setup Wizard.........................................................................	45
Wireless Setup......................................................................	50
2.4 GHz...............................................................................	50
Wireless Setup......................................................................	51
5 GHz...................................................................................	51
LAN Settings..........................................................................	53
Static...................................................................................	53
Dynamic.............................................................................	54
Advanced.......................................................................................	55
Advanced Wireless..............................................................	55
QoS...........................................................................................	56
Maintenance.................................................................................	57
Admin......................................................................................	57
System.....................................................................................	58
Language Pack.....................................................................	59
Firmware.................................................................................	59
Time..........................................................................................	60
Status...............................................................................................	61
Device Info.............................................................................	61
Logs..........................................................................................	62
Statistics..................................................................................	63
Help..................................................................................................	64
Wireless Security..............................................................	65
What is WPA?.................................................................................	65
Configure WPA/WPA2................................................................	66

Connect to a Wireless Network........................................	67
Using Windows® 7.......................................................................	67
Using Windows Vista®................................................................	70
Configure Security..............................................................	72
Using Windows® XP....................................................................	73
Configure Security..............................................................	74
Troubleshooting...............................................................	76
Wireless Basics..................................................................	78
What is Wireless?.........................................................................	79
Tips...................................................................................................	81
Wireless Modes............................................................................	82
Networking Basics............................................................	83
Check your IP address................................................................	83
Statically Assign an IP address................................................	84
Technical Specifications...................................................	85
Contacting Technical Support.........................................	86
Warranty............................................................................	87
Registration......................................................................	93

D-Link DAP-1533 User Manual

Section 1 - Product Overview

ProductPackageOverviewContents

D-Link DAP-1533 Wireless N450 MediaBridge®/Access Point

Ethernet Cable

Power Adapter

CD-ROM with User Manual

Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage than the one included with the DAP-1533 will cause damage and void the warranty for this product.

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System Requirements

		• An Ethernet-based Cable or DSL modem with a broadband router
	Network Requirements	• IEEE 802.11n/g/a wireless clients (AP and Bridge modes)
	Network Requirements	• IEEE 802.11n/g/a wireless router or access point (Bridge mode)

		• 10/100/1000 Ethernet Devices

		Computer with the following:
		• Windows®, Macintosh, or Linux-based operating system
		• An installed Ethernet adapter
	Web-based Configuration	Browser Requirements:
	Web-based Configuration	• Microsoft® Internet Explorer® 6.0 or higher
	Utility Requirements	• Google® Chrome 2.0 or higher
		• Mozilla® Firefox® 3.0 or higher
		• Apple Safari® 3.0 or higher
		Windows® Users: Make sure you have the latest version of Java installed.
		Visit www.java.com to download the latest version.

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Introduction

Wireless N450 MediaBridge®/Access Point - Flexible networking solutions

Whether you’re wanting to give high bandwidth to your Ethernet-ready devices in your entertainment system or you want to add wireless capability to your existing wired network, the Wireless N450 MediaBridge®/Access Point is perfect for you.

Wireless Bridge Mode - Great for connecting your entertainment system to your existing wireless network

With 4 Gigabit ports, you can connect any Ethernet-enabled devices such as cable/satellite boxes, game consoles, Internet-ready TV or Network Attached Storage (NAS) to your existing wireless network for blazing wired speeds.

Access Point Mode - Extend your existing wired network

Connect the Wireless N450 MediaBridge®/Access Point to an existing wired network to extend it wirelessly. Stream HD videos to the far corners of your home or play online games without any skipping or delays.

Dual Band - Great performance for everything you do

The dual band technology in the Wireless N450 MediaBridge®/Access Point means you can select either 2.4GHz or 5GHz wireless signals to adjust for your different networking needs. You can do all you normally do with your network using the 2.4GHz band. The 5GHz band helps avoid interference by providing a clearer wireless band for HD signals.

Think green

D-Link Green™ devices are about providing eco-friendly alternatives without compromising performance. They are designed to help conserve energy, protect our environment from harmful substances, and reduce waste by using recyclable packaging. Learn more, visit www.dlinkgreen.com.

* Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11g, 802.11a and 802.11n 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. Environmental conditions will adversely affect wireless signal range.

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Features

•FasterWireless Networking -The DAP-1533 provides up to 450Mbps* wireless connection with other 802.11n wireless clients. This capability allows users to participate in real-time activities online, such as video streaming, online gaming, and real-time audio.The performance of this 802.11n wireless access point gives you the freedom of wireless networking at speeds 13x faster than 802.11g.

•Compatible with 802.11a and 802.11g Devices - The DAP-1533 is still fully compatible with the IEEE 802.11a/g standard, so it can connect with existing 802.11a/g PCI, USB, and Cardbus adapters.

•WPS PBC- (Wi-Fi Protected Setup Push Button Configuration) Push Button Configuration is a button that can be pressed to add the device to an existing network or to create a new network. A virtual button can be used on the utility while a physical button is placed on the side of the device.

This easy setup method allows you to form a secured wireless link between the DAP-1533 and another WPS-enabled device. A PC is no longer needed to log into the Web-based interface.

•Share Multifunction Printers and 3G Mobile Internet Connection - Through the SharePort™ Plus Utility, you can connect multifunction printers to the USB ports to share printing and scanning functions among family members.

•User-friendly Setup Wizard - Through its easy-to-use Web-based user interface, the DAP-1533 lets you control what information is accessible to those on the wireless network, whether from the Internet or from your company’s server. Configure your access point to your specific settings within minutes.

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Hardware Overview

Connections

1		Press for 3 seconds to start the WPS process. After pressing, the AP or Bridge LED (depending
1	WPS Button	what mode you have selected) will blink. Within 2 minutes, press the WPS button on the wireless
		device you want to connect to.

2	LAN Ports (1-4)	Connect 10/100/1000 Ethernet devices such as computers, switches, and NAS devices.

3	Mode Switch	Three-way switch used to select AP 2.4GHz, AP 5GHz or Bridge mode.

4	USB Port	Connect a multifunction printer and share printing and scanning functions to users on your
4	USB Port	network. You may also connect a USB thumb drive/external hard drive for WCN and sharing files.


5	ON/OFF Button	Press to power on and off your DAP-1533.

6	Reset Button	Pressing the Reset button restores the DAP-1533 to its original factory default settings.

7	Power Receptor	Receptor for the supplied power adapter.

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LEDs

1 2 3

1	Power LED	A solid green light indicates a proper connection to the power supply.

2	AP LED	A solid light indicates that the DAP-1533 is in AP mode. This LED will blink during the
2	AP LED	WPS connection process.
		WPS connection process.

3	Bridge LED	A solid light indicates that the DAP-1533 is in bridge mode. This LED will blink during
3	Bridge LED	the WPS connection process.
		the WPS connection process.

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Installation

This section will walk you through the installation process. Placement of the DAP-1533 is very important. Do not place the DAP-1533 in an enclosed area such as a closet, cabinet, or in the attic or garage.

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Wireless Installation Considerations

The D-Link wireless access point lets you access your network using a wireless connection from virtually anywhere within the operating range of your wireless network. Keep in mind, however, that the number, thickness and location of walls, ceilings, or other objects that the wireless signals must pass through, may limit the range. Typical ranges vary depending on the types of materials and background RF (radio frequency) noise in your home or business. The key to maximizing wireless range is to follow these basic guidelines:

1.Keep the number of walls and ceilings between the D-Link access point and other network devices to a minimum. Each wall or ceiling can reduce your adapter’s range from 3-90 feet (1-30 meters.) Position your devices so that the number of walls or ceilings is minimized.

2.Be aware of the direct line between network devices. A wall that is 1.5 feet thick (.5 meters), at a 45-degree angle appears to be almost 3 feet (1 meter) thick. At a 2-degree angle it looks over 42 feet (14 meters) thick! Position devices so that the signal will travel straight through a wall or ceiling (instead of at an angle) for better reception.

3.Building Materials make a difference. A solid metal door or aluminum studs may have a negative effect on range. Try to position access points, wireless access points, and computers so that the signal passes through drywall or open doorways. Materials and objects such as glass, steel, metal, walls with insulation, water (fish tanks), mirrors, file cabinets, brick, and concrete will degrade your wireless signal.

4.Keep your product away (at least 3-6 feet or 1-2 meters) from electrical devices or appliances that generate RF noise.

5.If you are using 2.4GHz cordless phones or X-10 (wireless products such as ceiling fans, lights, and home security systems), your wireless connection may degrade dramatically or drop completely. Make sure your 2.4GHz phone base is as far away from your wireless devices as possible. The base transmits a signal even if the phone is not in use.

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AP/Bridge Mode

Depending on how you want to use your DAP-1533 will determine which mode you use. This section will help you figure out which setting works with your setup.

AP Mode

If you already have a wired or wireless router, and want to add an access point to connect your wireless clients to your network, you will need to move the switch on the back panel of the DAP-1533 to “AP2.4GHz” (for 2.4GHz) or “AP 5GHz” (for 5GHz).

Bridge Mode




















Wired PC	Router	Wireless N450
		Media Bridge®/AP
		DAP-1533

If you want to connect multiple Ethernet-enabled devices such as game consoles, media players, or network attached storage devices wirelessly to your wireless router or AP device, you will need to move the switch on the back panel of the DAP-1533 to “Bridge”.

Game Console

Media Player

Wired PC	Router	Wireless N450
		Media Bridge®/AP
		DAP-1533

NAS

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Create a Full MediaBand (5GHz wireless) Network

If you have two DAP-1533 devices and want to create a wireless network with full MediaBand technology you will need to connect one Wireless Bridge to your router and move the switch on the back panel to“AP 5GHz”. The second Wireless Bridge will need to be placed next to your Ethernet-enabled devices and you will need to move the switch on the back panel to “Bridge”.

WIRELESS

DIR-615

ROUTER

								WIRELESS N450	WIRELESS N450
								MEDIA BRIDGE®/AP	MEDIA BRIDGE®/AP
								(DAP-1533)	(DAP-1533)

WIRED PC

GAME

CONSOLE

NETWORK

TV VIEWER

NAS

MEDIA PLAYER

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One Touch AP Configuration

One Touch AP Configuration works like WPS but can transfer the wireless settings from an existing access point or wireless router to the DAP-1533 in access point mode. This is best used if you are using the DAP-1533 to replace and existing access point or wireless router. If you want to connect your DAP-1533 to your wireless clients, or using Bridge mode, refer to WPS.

1.Select AP 2.4GHz or AP 5GHz Mode located on the back of the device.Then, Insert the power adapter into the power receptacle located on the rear panel of the DAP-1533 and plug the adapter into a suitable nearby power source. Press the power button to turn the device on.

2.Press the WPS button on your Router or Access Point. The AP LED will flash on and off.

3.Press the WPS Push Button on the DAP-1533 and hold it for 5 seconds.

4.When One click AP setup is complete, your DAP-1533 will have the same Wireless settings as your existing Router or AP.

5.Connect an Ethernet cable from one of the LAN ports on the DAP-1533 and connect it to an Ethernet port on your existing AP or wireless router.

Note: Since the DAP-1533 and your existing access point or wireless router will have the same wireless settings, you will need to make sure they are out of range with each other. If they are within range, this may cause interference. It is strongly recommended to disable the wireless function on your existing access point or wireless router.

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Section 3 - Configuration

Configuration for AP Mode

This section will show you how to configure your new D-Link wireless access point using the web-based configuration utility.

Web-based Configuration Utility

To access the configuration utility, open a web browser such as Internet Explorer and enter http://dlinkap or http://192.168.0.50 in the address field.

Note: You must include http:// in order to connect to the web browser.

Enter Admin for the user name and then enter your password. Leave the password blank by default.

If you get a Page Cannot be Displayed error, please refer to the Troubleshooting section for assistance.

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Setup Wizard

Click LaunchWirelessSetupWizard to quickly configure your access point.

If you want to enter your settings without running the wizard, click Wireless Settings (on the left side) and skip to page 21.

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Wireless Setup Wizard

This Wizard is designed to assist you in connecting your wireless device to your access point. It will guide you through step- by-step instructions on how to get your wireless device connected.

Click Next to continue.

Select WPS as the configuration method only if your wireless device supports Wi-Fi Protected Setup.

Skip to page 20 for Manual configuration.

Click Next to continue.

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Click Next to continue.

Click End to complete the setup.

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Select Manual as the configuration method to set up your network manually.

Click Next to continue.

Enter a network name (SSID) and uncheck Assign a network key to automatically create a network key.

To Manually assign a network key, check Assign a network key and enter a key in the box.

Click Next to continue.

Click Save to save your network settings.

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Manual Configuration

Wireless Setup

Enable Check the box to enable the wireless function. If Wireless: you do not want to use wireless, uncheck the box to

disable all the wireless functions.

Wireless When you are browsing for available wireless Network networks, this is the name that will appear in the list

Name: (unless Visibility Status is set to Invisible, see below). This name is also referred to as the SSID. For security purposes, it is highly recommended to change from the pre-configured network name.

Wireless Band: Displays either 2.4GHz or 5.0GHz.

WirelessMode: Choose the wireless mode you would like to use.

Enable Auto Select to enable auto channel scan.

Channel Scan:

Wireless The Auto Channel Scan setting can be selected to Channel: allow the DAP-1533 to choose the channel with the

least amount of interference.

Channel Operating frequency band. Choose 2.4GHz for

Width: visibility to legacy devices and for longer range.

Choose 5GHz for least interference.

Visibility Select Invisible if you do not want the SSID of your Status: wireless network to be broadcasted by the DAP-1533.

If checked, the SSID of the DAP-1533 will not be seen

by Site Survey utilities so your wireless clients will have to know the SSID of your DAP-1533 in order to connect to it.

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Wireless Setup

2.4GHz

Enable Wireless:

Wireless Network

Name:

Wireless Band:

Wireless Mode:

Enable Auto

Channel Scan:

Wireless

Channel:

Check the box to enable the wireless function. If you do not want to use wireless, uncheck the box to disable all the wireless functions. You may also set up a specific time range (schedule). Select a schedule from the drop down menu or click Add New Schedule to create a new schedule.

When you are browsing for available wireless networks, this is the name that will appear in the list (unless Visibility Status is set to Invisible, see below). This name is also referred to as the SSID. For security purposes, it is highly recommended to change from the pre-configured network name.

Displays the band you are using.

Select one of the following:

802.11n Only - Select if you are only using 802.11n wireless clients.

Mixed 802.11n and 802.11g - Select if you are using a mix of 802.11n and 11g wireless clients.

Mixed 802.11n, 802.11g and 802.11b - Select if

you are using a mix of 802.11n, 11g, and 11b wireless clients.

Click the Scan button to search for all available devices connected to your DAP-1533’s Ethernet ports

The Auto Channel Scan setting can be selected to allow the DAP-1533 to choose the channel with the least amount of interference.

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Wireless Setup

5GHz

Enable Wireless: Check the box to enable the wireless function. If you do not want to use wireless, uncheck the box to disable all the wireless functions.You may also set up a specific time range (schedule). Select a schedule from the drop down menu or click Add New Schedule to create a new schedule.

Wireless Network When you are browsing for available wireless Name: networks, this is the name that will appear in the

list (unless Visibility Status is set to Invisible, see below). This name is also referred to as the SSID. For security purposes, it is highly recommended to change from the pre-configured network name.

Wireless Band: Displays the band you are using.

Wireless Mode: Select one of the following:

802.11n Only - Select if you are only using

802.11n wireless clients.

Mixed 802.11n and 802.11g - Select if you are using

a mix of 802.11n and 11g wireless clients.

Mixed 802.11n, 802.11g and 802.11b - Select if

you are using a mix of 802.11n, 11g, and 11b wireless clients.

Enable Auto Click the Scan button to search for all available devices connected to your DAP-1533’s Ethernet ports

Channel Scan:

Wireless The Auto Channel Scan setting can be selected to allow the DAP-1533 to choose the channel with the least amount of interference.

Channel:

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Channel Width:

Visibility Status:

Security Mode:

Select the Channel Width:

Auto 20/40 - Select if you are using both 802.11n and non-802.11n wireless devices. 20MHz - Select if you are not using any 802.11n wireless clients.

Select Invisible if you do not want the SSID of your wireless network to be broadcasted by the DAP-1533. If checked, the SSID of the DAP-1533 will not be seen by Site Survey utilities so your wireless clients will have to know the SSID of your DAP-1533 in order to connect to it.

Enabling Hidden Mode is another way to secure your network. With this option enabled, no wireless clients will be able to see your wireless network . In order for your wireless devices to connect to your Access Point, you will need to manually enter the Wireless Network Name on each device.

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LAN Setup

Dynamic IP

This section will allow you to change the local network settings of the access point and to configure the DHCP settings.

Device Name:	Enter the Device Name of the AP. It is recommended
	to change the Device Name if there is more than
	one D-Link device within the subnet.
LAN	Use the drop-down menu to select Dynamic IP
Connection	(DHCP) to automatically obtain an IP address on
Type:	the LAN/private network.

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Static IP

Device Name: Enter the Device Name of the AP. It is recommended to change the Device Name if there is more than one D-Link device within the subnet.

IPv4 Connection Use the drop-down menu to select Static IP.

Type:

Access Point IP Enter the IP address of the access point. The default

Address: IP address is http://192.168.0.50. If you change the IP address, once you click Save Settings, you will need to enter the new IP address in your browser to get back into the configuration utility.

Subnet Mask: Enter the Subnet Mask assigned by your ISP.

Default Enter the Gateway assigned by your ISP.

Gateway:

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LAN Setup

Static IPv6

IPv6 Address: Enter the static IPv6 address provided by your Internet Service Provider.

Subnet Prefix Enter the IPv6 subnet prefix length.

Length:

Default Enter the default gateway IP address.

Gateway:

Primary DNS Enter the primary DNS server IP address.

Server:

Secondary DNS Enter the secondary DNS server IP address.

Server:

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LAN Setup

IPv6 - Auto-Configuration

Obtain IPv6 Select to obtain IPv6 DNS Servers automatically.

DNS Servers automatically:

Use the following Enter a specific DNS server address.

IPv6 DNS Servers:

Primary DNS Enter the primary DNS server IP address.

Server:

Secondary DNS Enter the secondary DNS server IP address.

Server:

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Advanced

MAC Address Filter

The MAC address filter section can be used to filter network access by machines based on the unique MAC addresses of their network adapter(s). It is most useful to prevent unauthorized wireless devices from connecting to your network. A MAC address is a unique ID assigned by the manufacturer of the network adapter.

Configure MAC

Filtering:

When Turn MAC Filtering OFF is selected, MAC addresses are not used to control network access.When

Turn MAC Filtering ON and ALLOW computers listed to access the network is selected, only computers with MAC addresses listed in the MAC Address List are granted network access. When Turn MAC Filtering ON and DENY computers listed to access the network is selected, any computer with a MAC address listed in the MAC Address List is refused access to the network.

Add MAC

Filtering Rule:

This parameter allows you to manually add a MAC filtering rule. Click the Add button to add the new MAC filtering rule to the MAC Filtering Rules list at the bottom of this screen.

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Advanced Wireless

Transmit Sets the transmit power of the antennas.

Power:

WMM Enable: WMM is QoS for your wireless network. This will improve the quality of video and voice applications for your wireless clients.

Short GI: Check this box to reduce the guard interval time therefore increasing the data capacity. However, it is less reliable and may create higher data loss.

IGMP This enables IGMP snooping for the wireless Snooping: connection. We recommend enabling this if you often use multicast services such as video

conferencing and streaming audio/video.

WLAN Select to enable this feature.

Partition:

HT20/40 You may choose to Enable or Disable this feature. Coexistence: Enabling this feature allows two “channels,” or paths on which data can travel to be combined to

increase performance in some environments.

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