D-link N300 DAP-1365 User Manual

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Version 1.01 | 2016/3/21

User Manual

N300 Wi-Fi Range Extender with Power Passthrough

DAP-1365

Preface

D-Link reserves the right to revise this publication and to make changes in the content hereof without obligation to notify any person or organization of such revisions or changes.

Manual Revisions

Revision

Date

Description

1.01

March 21, 2016

• Initial release

 

 

 

Trademarks

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Copyright © 2016 by D-Link Corporation. All rights reserved. This publication may not be reproduced, in whole or in part, without prior expressed written permission from D-Link Corporation.

Power Usage

This device is an Energy Related Product (ErP) with High Network Availability (HiNA), and automatically switches to a power-saving Network Standby mode within 1 minute of no packets being transmitted. If it is not needed during certain periods of time, it can be unplugged to save energy.

Network Standby: 1.4 watts

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Table of Contents

Table of Contents

Preface..................................................................................

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Product Overview..............................................................

1

Package Contents.........................................................................

1

System Requirements..................................................................

2

Introduction....................................................................................

3

Features....................................................................................

3

What is a Wireless Extender?.............................................

4

Hardware Overview......................................................................

5

Front...........................................................................................

5

Side.............................................................................................

6

Wireless Signal Strength Indicator LED.........................

8

Back............................................................................................

9

Installation........................................................................

10

Wireless Installation Considerations....................................

10

Power Installation Considerations........................................

11

Important Safety Instructions................................................

12

Hardware Setup...........................................................................

13

Getting Started.................................................................

14

WPS-PBC Configuration............................................................

15

QRS Mobile App Setup..............................................................

16

Web-based Setup........................................................................

21

Setup Wizard.................................................................................

22

Connecting Your Device via WPS...................................

23

WPS Successful................................................................

24

WPS Unsuccessful..........................................................

24

Extend an Existing Network............................................

25

Add Wireless to Your Wired Network............................

28

Configure Administrator Password...............................

30

Save Your Configuration...................................................

31

Configuration...................................................................

32

Home...............................................................................................

32

Uplink Router........................................................................

33

DAP-1365...............................................................................

34

Connected Clients...............................................................

35

Settings...........................................................................................

36

Extender Settings................................................................

36

Network Settings.................................................................

37

Autoconfiguration (SLAAC/DHCPv6)......................

38

Static IPv6..........................................................................

39

Link-local Only.................................................................

40

Management................................................................................

41

Admin......................................................................................

41

System.....................................................................................

42

Upgrade..................................................................................

43

Statistics..................................................................................

44

Connecting Wireless Clients to the Extended Network.45

WPS Button...................................................................................

45

Windows® 10.................................................................................

46

Windows® 8...................................................................................

48

Windows® 7...................................................................................

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Windows Vista®............................................................................

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Troubleshooting...............................................................

56

Wireless Basics..................................................................

58

Tips...................................................................................................

59

Technical Specifications...................................................

60

GPL Code Statement........................................................

61

Regulatory Statements....................................................

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Section 1 - Product Overview

Package Contents

DAP-1365 N300 Wi-Fi Range Extender with Power Passthrough

Wi-Fi Configuration Note

Wi-Fi Configuration Card

Quick Installation Guide

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

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System Requirements

Network Requirements

• A wireless router with an active Internet connection.

• 802.11n, 802.11g, or 802.11b wireless clients/devices

 

 

 

 

A Computer or Mobile Device with the following:

 

• Windows®, Apple® Mac OS®, or Linux-based operating system

 

• Wireless adapter or Wi-Fi functionality

 

• An Apple® iPhone®, iPod touch®, iPad®, or Android™ mobile

Web-based Configuration

device

 

Utility Requirements

Browser Requirements:

 

 

• Internet Explorer® 10 or later

 

• Firefox® 28 or later

 

• Safari® 6 or later

 

• Google Chrome™ 28.0 or later

 

 

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Introduction

Features

Easily ExtendYour Existing Network

The DAP-1365 N300 Wi-Fi Range Extender with Power Passthrough lets you easily extend a secure wireless network with a press of a button. Connect the DAP-1365 to a router via Wi-Fi or Ethernet and share your high-speed Internet access in more places throughout your home or small office. Additionally, the DAP-1365 provides a passthrough power socket to ensure that your electrical outlet remains available.

High-speedWireless PerformanceWithWireless 802.11nTechnology

Thanks to the latest Wireless N technology, the DAP-1365 provides a wireless connection at up to 300 Mbps* with other 802.11n wireless devices. This feature lets you participate in real-time activities online, such as video streaming, online gaming, and real-time audio with smooth performance.

Simple Setup

All it takes is a press of a button to connect compatible WPS devices to the DAP-1365. Its easy-to-use web interface lets you quickly and easily connect the DAP-1365 to an uplink router, configure the extended wireless network, and manage the administrative settings. The setup wizard will even guide you through the setup process, getting your extended wireless network up and running in no time. Alternatively, connect an Ethernet cable to your existing network infrastructure to quickly and easily create a wireless network.

Compatibility

The DAP-1365 is fully compatible with 802.11n, and it is also backwards compatible with IEEE 802.11g/b wireless devices, so you can use your existing devices without sacrificing performance.

LatestWireless Network Security and Encryption

The DAP-1365 supports wireless security features to prevent unauthorized access from the wireless network. Support for WPA/ WPA2 standards ensure that you’ll be able to use the best possible encryption methods with your compatible wireless devices.

* Maximum wireless signal rate derived from standard IEEE specifications. Actual data throughput will vary. Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of network traffic, building materials and construction, and network overhead may lower actual data throughput rate. Environmental conditions will adversely affect wireless signal range.

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What is a Wireless Extender?

The DAP-1365 acts as a repeater to extend the range of an existing wireless network to provide a better signal for parts of your home or office that may have poor or no reception. Your existing wireless signal will be re-broadcast by the DAP-1365, allowing you to reach the farthest corners of your home or office. The extended network can simply use the same network credentials as the existing network, or you can specify a different network name and password, giving you the flexibility to control network access. You may also use the DAP-1365 as a wireless access point by connecting an Ethernet cable.

ExtendYourWireless Network usingWi-Fi

Computer

Internet

Router

DAP-1365

Wireless Devices

 

 

Extender

 

Create aWireless Network using Ethernet

Computer

Internet

Router

DAP-1365

Wireless Devices

 

 

Access Point

 

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Hardware Overview

Front

1

2

3

4

1External Antennas Extend the antennas for optimal wireless coverage.

2Power Outlet Plug-in electrical devices using this power passthrough outlet.

3Status/WPS LED This LED indicates the current status of the DAP-1365, as detailed on the next page.

4

Signal Indicator LED

The more lit green bars on the Signal Indicator LED, the better the wireless signal to the host network. A single

solid amber LED indicates a weak Wi-Fi signal. Refer to “Wireless Signal Strength Indicator LED” on page 8.

 

 

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Side

2

1

3

Press to establish a connection with another WPS compatible device. Pressing the WPS button for 1 second allows 1 WPS Button you to connect with Wi-Fi clients using Wi-Fi Protected Setup. Refer to “WPS-PBC Configuration” on page 15 for

more information.

2LAN Connect an Ethernet cable if you are adding wireless to an existing wired network.

3Reset Button Use an unfolded paperclip to press and hold the reset button on the bottom of DAP-1365 for 10 seconds.

*Your plug type may differ from the image.

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Status/WPS LED Indicator

Status/WPS LED Indicator

LED Indicator

Color

Status

Description

 

 

 

 

 

Green

Solid

The DAP-1365 is receiving power and connected to a host network.

 

 

 

 

Blinking

WPS mode is active.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Power/Status

Red

Solid

The DAP-1365 is booting or an error has occurred.

 

 

 

 

 

Amber

Blinking

The DAP-1365 is not connected to a host network.

 

 

 

 

 

None

Off

Device is not receiving power. Check the power outlet.

 

 

 

 

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Wireless Signal Strength Indicator LED

The Status/WPS LED will turn solid green when the DAP-1365 has connected successfully to an uplink wireless network and is extending that network. If the Signal Indicator LED has a single amber bar after the connection process has finished, the DAP-1365 has established a poor quality connection. The more lit bars on the Signal Indicator LED, the better the wireless signal. To improve the connection quality, the DAP-1365 should be relocated closer to the source wireless router.

Poor

Ok

Good

Best

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Back

You may locate the Wi-Fi name (SSID) and password for your DAP-1365. This information is printed on the specification sticker on the back of the device. You will need this information to connect your computer or mobile device to the default network (SSID) of your DAP-1365. This information is also provided on the Wi-Fi configuration card.

* Your plug type may differ from the image.

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Installation

Wireless Installation Considerations

The DAP-1365 lets you extend your existing wireless network’s coverage as long as it is within range of the uplink network. Keep in mind that the DAP-1365’s extension network’s range may be limited by the number, thickness and location of walls, ceilings, or other objects that the wireless signals must pass through.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 extender 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 (0.5 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 extenders, 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 2.4 GHz 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 2.4 GHz 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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Power Installation Considerations

Plan the location of your Extender and devices plugged into the passthrough outlet:

1.Connect range extenders with power passthrough to electrical outlets that are not controlled by a wall switch to avoid accidentally turning off power to the device.

2.To help prevent electrical shock, be sure to plug the power cables into properly grounded electrical outlets.

3.The Extender is designed to help ensure proper grounding. Do not use adapter plugs or remove the grounding prong from the cable.

4.Do not exceed the circuit load rating listed on the front of the device.

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Important Safety Instructions

Please read all of the safety and operating instructions before using your device:

1.Do not open the device or attempt to repair or service the device.

2.Use the device in a dry location, and avoid placing it in humid environments.

3.Do not submerge the device in liquid or attempt to clean it with liquids or solvents. To clean the device, disconnect it from the power outlet and use a damp towel.

4.Keep the device out of direct sunlight.

5.Do not cover or block the vents on the device.

6.Make sure that the device has adequate room for ventilation.

8.Avoid placing the device near a heater or radiator.

9.The device should be located only where sufficient ventilation can be ensured.

10.The purpose of this product is to create a constant network connection for your devices. If you wish to power down this product, please simply unplug it from the power outlet.

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Hardware Setup

Find a location

Position Antennas

Plug-in Extender

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Outlet

Locate your DAP-1365 to an area which you wish to extend Wi-Fi to.

Move the antennas to their upward position before plugging in the extender.

Plug in the DAP-1365 to an outlet or power strip. The WPS/Status LED will immediately activate to indicate the device is booting up.

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Getting Started

There are several configuration tools you can use to set up your DAP-1365.

WPS PBC - To easily extend an existing wireless network refer to “WPS-PBC Configuration” on page 15 for setup instructions.

QRS Mobile App - Use your Android device or iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch to configure your extender. Refer to “QRS Mobile App Setup” on page 16 for setup instructions.

D-Link Setup Wizard - This wizard will launch when you log into the Extender’s web configuration utility for the first time. Refer to ”Setup Wizard” on page 22 for setup instructions.

Manual Configuration - Advanced users who wish to manually setup extender or adjust its settings may refer to “Configuration” on page 32 for more information.

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WPS-PBC Configuration

Blinking

The device is ready to connect to an uplink network once the WPS/Status LED is blinking amber.

WPS Button

WPS Button

Blinking

Push the WPS buttons on both the source wireless router or access point. The Status/WPS LED on the DAP-1365 will start to blink green. Please allow up to two minutes for the process to finish

The Status/WPS LED will turn solid green once the DAP-1365 has connected successfully to the uplink wireless network. The new extension network will be named:

(Source SSID)-EXT

The password be the same as the source network’s.

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QRS Mobile App Setup

The DAP-1365 can be set up from your iPhone, iPod touch, iPad, or Android smartphone or tablet device using the QRS Mobile app.

Note: The screenshots may be different depending on your mobile device’s OS version.

Step 1

Search for the free QRS Mobile App on the Apple App Store or Google Play.

Step 2

Once your app is installed, you may now configure your extender. Connect to the router wirelessly by going to your wireless utility on your device. Scan for the WiFi name (SSID) as listed on the supplied configuration card. Select and then enter your Wi-Fi password.

Step 3

Once wirelessly connected to the extender, launch the QRS Mobile app from the

Home screen of your device.

Note: The following steps show the iOS interface of the QRS Mobile app. If you are using an Android device, the appearance may be different to that of the screenshots, but the process is the same.

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Click Start to continue.

Click Next to continue.

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QRS Mobile will first detect your DAP-1365, then scan for available Wi-Fi networks. Select the network you wish to extend. Tap Rescan if your network doesn’t show up the first time.

Enter a password for the existing Wi-Fi network. Click Next to continue.

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Enter a network name (SSID) and password for the extended Wi-Fi network. Click Next to continue.

Create an admin password for the DAP-1365’s web-based configuration utility. Click Next to continue.

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A summary of your settings will be displayed. Click Save to reboot the device and to complete the setup.

After the setup wizard is complete, the following screen will appear. To connect to the extended network, you can now change your mobile device and laptop Wi-Fi settings to the wireless network name and password you just created. You can also share your Wi-Fi information by clicking Share by E-mail.

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Web-based Setup

To access the setup utility for the DAP-1365 N300 Wi-Fi Range Extender with Power Passthrough on your PC, first connect to the DAP-1365 wirelessly using the Wi-Fi name (SSID) and password located on your Wi-Fi Configuration Card. Then open a web browser and enter http://dlinkap.local./ in your browser’s URL field. You may also enter the IP address* of the DAP-1365.

Note: Web browser configuration is not supported for Android Devices. Please use the QRS Mobile Application to configure your device.

*The default IP address is 192.168.0.50. Once your DAP-1365 connects to the host network, it will be assigned a new IP address based on your network’s DHCP settings. You will need to log in to your router to see what IP address is assigned to your DAP-1365.

For multiple DAP-1365s, go to http://dlinkapxxxx.local./ as shown on the included Wi-Fi Configuration Card, with “xxxx” being the last four digits of the DAP-1365’s MAC address.

Enter your password. By default, Admin is the username and cannot be changed, and by default, the password is blank.

The configuration interface will open, and you can configure the various settings for the DAP-1365. If you have not yet configured an uplink network, the home screen will show that there is no connection between the DAP-1365 and the uplink router.

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Setup Wizard

If this is your first time logging in to the extender and no connection has been established, the setup wizard will automatically appear.

In the future, if you wish to set up your extender using the setup wizard, click the

Uplink Router icon.

The setup wizard is designed to guide you through a step-by-step process to configure your new DAP-1365

N300 Wi-Fi Range Extender with Power Passthrough to extend your wireless network and connect to the Internet.

The steps are:

Step 1: ConnectingYour Device

Step 2: ConfiguringYour Settings

Step 3: Setting a Password forYour Device

Click Next to begin.

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Connecting Your Device via WPS

After clicking the Next button from the previous step, the DAP-1365 will automatically initiate a WPS-PBC (Wireless Protected Setup - Push Button Control) search to find an uplink network to extend. If your existing wireless networking device has a physical or virtual WPS button, press or enable it within the 120 seconds allotted by the countdown timer.

If you do not wish to use WPS or your existing networking device does not have a WPS feature, select one of the alternative configuration options:

Extend an existing network, see page 25 for more information or

Add wireless to your wired network, see page 28 for further setup information.

Once the 120 second timer has elapsed, proceed to the next page.

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WPS Successful

If a WPS connection is successfully established you will be prompted to configure your extension network settings. The current network name and password will be displayed.

You may now rename the 2.4 GHz network extension network and create a new password if you wish.

Please be sure to note any changes you make as these credentials will be required for wireless clients wishing to join your network.

Click Next to proceed to Configure Administrator Password, refer to page 30 for more information, or click Back to return to the previous step.

*Wireless network names and passwords are shown for example only.

WPS Unsuccessful

If the WPS countdown timer expires, and no connection to an uplink wireless network could be established, you may press the retry button to attempt the process again or if you do not wish to use WPS, or are having difficulty using the WPS feature, you can try using one of the alternative configuration options:

Extend an existing network, see page 25 for more information or

Add wireless to your wired network, see page 28 for further setup information.

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Extend an Existing Network

To set up your network manually, select Extend an Existing Network from the setup wizard menu. Click Next to continue.

The DAP-1365 will scan for available wireless networks and display a list of results. You may choose one of the following options to proceed:

If the wireless network you wish to extend was detected by the scan, click on the network to select it. The extender will automatically forward you to the next step.

If the network you would like to extend was not detected by the scan, click the Manual button.

Note: If the wireless network you would like to extend to was not detected by the scan, your DAP-1365 might be out of range and you may need to reposition the extender closer to the host network device.

D-Link Home Router

D-Link 2nd Floor

D-Link Basement

D-Link Garage

D-Link Guest House

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If the wireless network you wish to extend was detected by the scan, enter the password now.

Click Next to continue on to configure your extension network settings, or click

Back to return to the previous step.

dlinkrouter

If you chose Manual , enter the Wireless Network Name, type of Security, and

Password of the existing Wi-Fi network you wish to connect to.

Click Next to continue on to configure your extension network settings, or click

Back to return to the previous step.

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