Table of Contents Table of Contents Product Overview ........................................................ 4 Package Contents ................................................... 4 System Requirements ............................................. 4 Introduction .............................................................. 5 Features .................................................................. 6 Hardware Overview ................................................. 7 Connections ....................................................... 7 LEDs .................................................................. 8 Configuration ............................................................... 9 Web-based Configuration Utility .............................. 9 Setup Wizard ................................................... 10 Wireless Setup ................................................. 11 Access Point ................................................ 1 AP Client ...................................................... 13 Bridge ........................................................... 14 Bridge with AP.............................................. 15 Repeater ...................................................... 16 WISP Client Router ...................................... 17 WISP Repeater ............................................ 17 WAN Settings .................................................. 18 Dynamic IP (DHCP) ..................................... 18 Static IP ........................................................ 19 PPPoE.......................................................... 0 PPTP ............................................................ 1 LAN Setup ....................................................... D-Link DAP-1160 User Manual LAN Settings ................................................ 3 Advanced ............................................................... 4 Port Forwarding ............................................... 4 Port Filter ......................................................... 5 Access Control ................................................. 6 DMZ ................................................................. 7 Parental Control ............................................... 8 Advanced Wireless .......................................... 9 Advanced Network ........................................... 30 Maintenance .......................................................... 31 Device Administration ...................................... 31 Save and Restore ............................................ 31 Firmware Update ............................................. 3 Watchdog (Ping of Life) ................................... 33 Status .................................................................... 34 Device Info ....................................................... 34 Log ................................................................... 35 Stats ................................................................. 36 Wireless ........................................................... 36 Help ....................................................................... 37 Wireless Security....................................................... 38 What is WEP? ....................................................... 38 Configure WEP ...................................................... 39 What is WPA? ....................................................... 40 Configure WPA-PSK (Personal) ............................ 41 Table of Contents Configure WPA-EAP (Enterprise) .......................... 4 Connect to a Wireless Network ................................ 43 Using Windows® XP............................................... 43 Configure WEP/WPA-PSK .................................... 44 Using Windows® Vista (Secured Network) ............ 45 Using Windows® Vista (Unsecured Network) ........ 48 Troubleshooting ........................................................ 51 Wireless Modes...........................................................53 Access Point Mode ................................................ 53 AP Client Mode ...................................................... 54 Bridge Mode .......................................................... 55 Bridge with AP Mode ............................................. 56 Repeater Mode ...................................................... 57 WISP Client Router Mode ..................................... 58 WISP Repeater Mode ............................................ 59 Wireless Basics ......................................................... 60 What is Wireless? .................................................. 61 Tips ........................................................................ 63 Wireless Modes ..................................................... 64 Networking Basics .................................................... 65 Check your IP address .......................................... 65 Statically Assign an IP address ............................. 66 Technical Specifications........................................... 67 D-Link DAP-1160 User Manual 3 Section 1 - Product Overview Product Overview Package Contents · D-Link DAP-1160 Wireless G Access Point · Power Supply · CD-ROM with User Manual and Quick Install Guide · Quick Installation Guide · Ethernet Cable Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage rating than the one included with the DAP-1160 will cause damage. System Requirements · A computer with Windows®, Macintosh®, or Linux-based operating systems with an installed Ethernet adapter · Internet Explorer or Netscape Navigator version 6.0 or above, with JavaScript enabled D-Link DAP-1160 User Manual 4 Section 1 - Product Overview Introduction D-Link, an industry leader in computer networking, introduces the new D-Link Wireless G Access Point (DAP-1160). With the ability to transfer files with a maximum wireless signal rate of up to 54Mbps1, the DAP-1160 gives you highspeed wireless network access for your home or office. The DAP-1160 is Wi-Fi IEEE 80.11g compliant, meaning that it can connect and interoperate with other 80.11g compatible wireless client devices. The DAP-1160 is also backwards compatible with 80.11b devices. The DAP-1160 can be flexibly configured to operate as an Access Point, AP Client, Bridge, Bridge with AP, Repeater, WISP Client Router, or WISP Repeater. The DAP-1160 also includes an embedded DHCP server that can automatically assign IP addresses to wireless network clients. The DAP-1160 Access Point features Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK) and 64/128-bit WEP Encryption to provide an enhanced level of security for wireless data communications. The DAP-1160 also includes additional security features to keep your wireless connection safe from unauthorized access. With an easy-to-use Web-based management interface, the DAP-1160 Access Point is the right choice for setting up your first wireless network or extending the range of an existing wireless network. 1 Maximum wireless signal rate based on IEEE Standard 802.11g specifications. Actual data throughput will vary. Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of network traffic, building materials and construction, and network overhead lower the actual data throughput rate. D-Link DAP-1160 User Manual 5 Section 1 - Product Overview Features · Seven operation modes ­ Can be flexibly configured to operate as an Access Point, AP Client, Bridge, Bridge with AP, Repeater, WISP Client Router or WISP Repeater. · Total security ­ Complete set of security features including WEP encryption and WPA/WPA2 to protect your network from outside intruders. · Two integrated Ethernet ports ­ Two Ethernet ports for ready connection to two computers, or to an Ethernetenabled device (for example, a broadband router) and a PC. · Connect home and soho to a wireless network ­ Create a wireless network for your home and office using the D-Link DAP-1160 Wireless Access Point. Connect this Access Point to a broadband modem and wirelessly share your Internet connection. Enjoy surfing the web, checking e-mail, and chatting with family and friends online. · Protect wireless network and data ­ The DAP-1160 provides 64/128-bit WEP encryption and WPA/WPA2 security to protect your network and wireless data. In addition, it also provides MAC address filtering and the Disable SSID Broadcast function to limit outsiders' access to your home and office network. · Flexibly configure your AP for different applications ­ The DAP-1160 can be configured to operate as (1) an Access Point to act as a central hub for wireless users, () an AP Client to connect to another Access Point, (3) a Bridge to join two wireless workgroups together, (4) a Bridge with AP to act as a wireless hub and a bridge at the same time, (5) a Repeater to extend the wireless coverage to cover all "dead" spots, (6) a WISP Client Router to let wireless Internet service subscribers share an Internet connection with home and office Ethernet-enabled computers without the need for an extra router, or (7) a WISP Repeater to let WISP subscribers share Internet connection with wireless computers without an extra router. 1 Maximum wireless signal rate based on IEEE Standard 802.11g specifications. Actual data throughput will vary. Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of network traffic, building materials and construction, and network overhead lower the actual data throughput rate. D-Link DAP-1160 User Manual 6 Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Overview Connections LAN Ports(1-2): Connect Ethernet devices such as computers,switches,and hubs. LAN1 and LAN are hub ports. RESET: Pressing the Reset Button restores the access point to its original factory default settings. Power Socket: Connect the power adapter. D-Link DAP-1160 User Manual 7 Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Overview LEDs Status: A blinking green light indicates a successful boot. Power: A solid green light indicates connection to a power source. MAC Ctrl: A solid green light indicates MAC control is enabled. LAN Ports(1-2): A blinking green light indicates activity. A solid green light indicates connection. Link/Act: A blinking green light indicates wireless activity. A solid green light indicates connection. D-Link DAP-1160 User Manual WEP/WPA: A solid green light indicates when wireless security is enabled. Bridge/Repeater: A solid green light indicates bridge or repeater is enabled. 8 Section 2 - Configuration Configuration 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 Use the Web-based Configuration Utility if you wish to change the default settings or optimize the performance of the DAP-1160. After you have completed the initial installation, you can access the configuration menu at any time by opening a web-browser and typing in the IP address of the DAP-1160. The DAP-1160's default IP address is 19.168.0.50. Follow the steps below to access the Web-based configuration utility. 1. Open a web browser . Type in the IP address of the DAP-1160 (19.168.0.50) Note: If you have changed the default IP address assigned to the DAP-1160, make sure to enter the correct IP address. 3. Type admin in the User Name field 4. Leave the Password field blank 5. Click OK D-Link DAP-1160 User Manual 9 Section 2 - Configuration Setup Wizard After logging in, the Setup > Setup Wizard page will be displayed.Please refer to the Quick Installation Guide for more information regarding the Setup Wizard. D-Link DAP-1160 User Manual 10 Section 2 - Configuration Wireless Setup The Wireless Setup page is used to configure the wireless settings for the access point. Wireless security settings can also be configured on this page. There are 7 possible wireless modes on the DAP-1160: Access Point, AP Client, Bridge, Bridge with AP, Repeater, WISP Client Router, and WISP Repeater. See Appendix A in this manual for more information about wireless modes. The first step is to select one of the 7 modes from the drop-down menu next to Wireless Mode under Wireless Network Settings. D-Link DAP-1160 User Manual 11 Section 2 - Configuration Access Point In AP mode, the DAP-1160 acts as a central connection point for any computer (client) that has an 80.11g or backward-compatible 80.11b wireless network adapter and is within range of the AP. Wireless Network Name (also called the SSID): The Wireless Network Name is a unique name that identifies a network. All devices on a network must share the same wireless network name in order to communicate on the network. If you decide to change the wireless network name from the default setting, enter your new wireless network name in this field. This button is unavailable in Access Point mode. Auto channel selection is the defa ...