D-link DWL-2200AP INSTALLATION

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DWL-2200AP

Wireless Access Point

System Requirements

• Internet Explorer 6.0 or Netscape Navigator™ 7.0 or above.

Package Contents

DWL-2200AP Access Point

CAT5 Ethernet Cable

Manual and Software on CD

If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller.

* Using a power adapter with a different voltage rating will damage and void the warranty of
this product.

Power Adapter*

PoE Base

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Hardware Overview

Front Panel LEDs

Power

A solid light indicates
the unit is properly
powered.

LAN

A blinking light indicates data is being
transmitted via the Ethernet port.

WLAN

Blinking green indicates
wireless network activity.

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Hardware Overview

Back Panel Connections

Antenna Connector

Attach the wireless antenna to
this connector.

Ethernet Port

Connects the DWL-2200AP to
a computer, a switch, or router
using an Ethernet cable.

Reset Button

Pressing this button restores
the Access Point to its original
factory default settings.

Power Receptor

Used to connect the supplied
power adapter.

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Installation Considerations

D-Link wireless devices allow 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 routers, 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 in not in use.

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