This product can be set up using
any current web browser, i.e., DWL-800AP+
Internet Explorer 6 or Netscape D-Link AirPlusTM
Navigator 6.2.3. Wireless Range Extender
Before You Begin
Its best to use a computer (with an Ethernet adapter) that is connected to a switch for
configuring the DWL-800AP+. The default IP address for the DWL-800AP+ is
[Link] with a Subnet Mask of [Link]. You will need to assign your
computer a Static IP address within the same range as the DWL-800AP+s IP address
for the purpose of configuring the DWL-800AP+. See the Manual on the CD-ROM if
you need assistance in assigning a Static IP address for your network adapter.
Check Your Package Contents
DWL-800AP+ Wireless Range Extender
CD-ROM (containing Manual and Warranty)
Ethernet (CAT5 UTP) Cable
Using a power supply
5V 2.5A DC Power Adapter with a different voltage
rating will damage and void
the warranty of this product.
If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller.
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specifications subject to change without notice. DWL-800AP+.01032003
1
Connecting The DWL-800AP+ Wireless
Range Extender To Your Network
A. First, connect the power adapter to the receptor at the back panel of the
DWL-800AP+ and then plug the other end of the power adapter to a wall
outlet or power strip. The Power LED will turn ON to indicate proper operation.
B. Using a Ethernet cable, insert one end of the cable to the LAN port on the
back panel of the DWL-800AP+ and the other end of the cable to a switch.
Note: You also have the option of connecting the DWL-800AP+ directly to the
computer that will be used for configuration. The Link LED light will illuminate
to indicate a proper Ethernet connection. (Note:The LAN Port on the
DWL-800AP+ is Auto-MDI/MDIX. Meaning you can use a straight-
through or crossover-cable to the LAN Port.)
C. Computers with 802.11b wireless adapters such as the DWL-650+ AirPlus
Wireless Cardbus Adapter and the DWL-520+ AirPlus Wireless PCI Adapter
can connect to the DWL-800AP+. By default, the DWL-800AP+ is set in
repeater mode and will extend the wireless signal from a wireless gateway or
access point.
C. Antenna
Used to wirelessly
connect to 802.11b
networks.
B. LAN Port
This is the connection for
Ethernet cables to your
Ethernet-enabled device.
A. Receptor for
Power Adapter
2
When you have completed
the steps in this Quick
Installation Guide, your
connected network should
look similar to this:
Using The Setup Wizard
Open your Web
browser and type
[Link]
into the URL address
box. Then press the
Enter or Return key.
The logon pop-up
screen will appear.
Type admin for the
username and leave the
password field blank.
Click OK
3
Using The Setup Wizard (continued)
Once you have
logged in, the Home
screen will appear.
Click Run Wizard
You will see the
following screens.
Click Next
4
Step 1 - Set up your new
password. You have the
option to establish a
password.
Click Next
Step 2 - Wireless Setup
By default the DWL-800AP+
is set to Repeater mode.
To repeat the wireless signal,
enter the 12 digit Ethernet MAC
Address of the wireless router
or access point.
Click Next
Step 3 - Encryption
The DWL-800AP+ is
capable of three levels of
wireless encryption - 64-bit,
128-bit, and 256-bit. By
default the encryption is
disabled. You can change
the encryption settings for
more secure wireless
communication.
Click Next
5
Your Setup is Complete!
Click Restart
Click Close
You will be returned to the Home tab. Please close all internet browser
windows.
6
Connecting to the DWL-800AP+
Using the AirPlus Wireless
Utillity included with the
AirPlus Adapters, you can
browse and connect to the
DWL-800AP+.
The MAC address of the
DWL-800AP+ is listed
on the product sticker on the
bottom of the unit.
The Link Info page of the
AirPlus utility will show the
connection status between
the DWL-800AP+ and
AirPlus wireless adapter.
7
Technical Support
You can find the most recent software and user documentation on the D-Link
website.
D-Link provides free technical support for customers within the United States
for the duration of the warranty period on this product.
U.S. customers can contact D-Link technical support through our web site or
by phone.
D-Link Technical Support over the Telephone:
(877) 453-5465
24 hours a day, seven days a week
D-Link Technical Support over the Internet:
[Link]
