D-Link DWL-3500AP, DWL-8500AP installation Guide

DWL-3500AP/8500AP Installation Guide

AboutSystemthisRequirementsproduct:

The D-Link Wireless Switch Access Point is part of a comprehensive wireless network solution. The device works in conjunction with a Wireless Switch and provides the following capabilities:

•IEEE 802.11b/g (DWL-3500AP) or IEEE 802.11a/b/g (DWL-8500AP) operation as a wireless access point

•Compatible with IEEE 802.3af Power Over Ethernet (PoE)

•Must work with D-Link DWS-3024/3026 Wireless Switch,and all configuration, management and firmware upgrade must be done on the Wireless Switch.

System Requirements:

Minimum System Requirements:

•CD-ROM Drive

•Computers with Windows, Macintosh, or Linux-based operating systems

•Installed Ethernet Adapter Internet Explorer version 6.0 or Netscape Navigator version 7.0 and above.

Package Contents

DWL-3500AP/8500AP		Power over Ethernet base		Mounting Plate
Wireless Switch Access Point		unit

	Ethernet Cable		Power Cord		Power Adapter-DC 48V, 0.4A
(CAT5 UTP/Straight Through)					Using a power supply with
					a different voltage rating will
					damage and void the warranty of
					this product.

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

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DWL-3500AP/8500AP Installation Guide

Installing the HardwareInstalling the Hardware

Antennas

Power Cord socket

		LAN (PoE)		Reset (Reserved)

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DWL-3500AP/8500AP Installation Guide

D-Link Unified Access System Deployment

		Server
	Data Center	Farm
DWS-3024
Wireless Switch		Floor 2
	Floor 1

Data Center

	DWS-3024			Floor 1
	Wireless Switch

• Overlay Topology

Deploy into the existing infrastructure without affecting the wired network.

The AP can be indirectly connected to D-Link wireless switch.

Server

Farm

DWS-3024

Wireless Switch

Floor 2

• Edge Switch Topology

Deploy at the network edge for maximum scalability.

The AP can be directly connected to and powered by D-Link wireless switch.

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DWL-3500AP/8500AP Installation Guide

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Power Cables

The access point receives power through the Ethernet cable or an external power adapter. And also, this product intended only for installation in Environment A as defined in IEEE 802.3af, Power over Ethernet (PoE).

OPTION 1

	PoE Switch
Access Point	(DWS-3024)

LAN

OPTION 2

Access Point	Universal	Power cord
PoE Base Unit	power supply

LAN

OPTION 3
Universal	Power cord
power supply
Access Point
The access point power options:

Option 1: Connect with a D-Link DWS-3024/3026 wireless switch or other 802.3af PoE compliant switch.

Option 2: Use the PoE Base Unit to connect to a switch that lacks PoE capabilities.

Option 3: Connect to available power using the included power adapter .

Note:Thisproductandallinterconnectedequipmentmustbeinstalledindoors,including all associated LAN connections.

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DWL-3500AP/8500AP Installation Guide

Physical Installation for Your Access Point:(optional)

Step 1: Mount the bracket on the appropriate position on the wall.

Step 2: Install the screws on the back of the access point.

Step 3: Mount the AP to the bracket on the wall.

Step 4: A mounted AP should look like this (front view).

(Back view)

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DWL-3500AP/8500AP Installation Guide

Setup as a Managed AP:

•After correctly connecting the Ethernet cable and power, you need to login to the D-Link wireless switch web GUI to recognize and activate the Access Point (AP).

•Follow the steps under "Basic Setup" in the web GUI to allow for discovery and management of the AP.

•For details, please refer to the DWS-3000 Series User Manual.

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Technical Support

You can find software updates and user documentation on the D-Link website.

D-Link provides free technical support for customers within the United States and within Canada for the duration of the warranty period on this product.

U.S. and Canadian customers can contact D-Link Technical Support through our website or by phone.

Tech Support for customers within the United States:

D-Link Technical Support over the Telephone:

[phone]

Monday to Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm PST

D-Link Technical Support over the Internet: http://support.dlink.com

Tech Support for customers within Canada:

D-Link Technical Support over the Telephone:

[phone]

Monday to Friday 7:30am to 12:00am EST

D-Link Technical Support over the Internet: http://support.dlink.ca

Technical Support

You can find software updates and user documentation on the D-Link websites.

If you require product support, we encourage you to browse our FAQ section on the Web Site before contacting the Support line. We have many FAQ’s which we hope will provide you a speedy resolution for your problem.

For Customers within

The United Kingdom & Ireland:

D-Link UK & Ireland Technical Support over the Internet: http://www.dlink.co.uk

ftp://ftp.dlink.co.uk

D-Link UK & Ireland Technical Support over the Telephone:

08456 12 0003 (United Kingdom)

[phone] (Ireland) Lines Open 8.00am-10.00pm Mon-Fri 10.00am-7.00pm Sat & Sun

For Customers within Canada:

D-Link Canada Technical Support over the Telephone:

1-800-361-5265 (Canada) Mon. to Fri. 7:30AM to 9:00PM EST

D-Link Canada Technical Support over the Internet: http://support.dlink.ca

email: [e-mail]

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Unsere Kunden können technische Unterstützung über unsere Website, per E-Mail oder telefonisch anfordern.

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