Initial Configuration - D-Link DWC-1000 Quick Installation Manual

Initial Configuration

The Wireless Controller software is preinstalled
on the DWC-1000. When the device is powered
on, it is ready to be configured. While the device
has a default factory configuration that allows you
to connect to the device, you must perform further
configuration for your specific network require-
ments.
Using the WebUI
To use the WebUI, the workstation from which you
are managing the device must initially be on the
same subnetwork as the device. The workstation
also requires a compatible browser:
Browser
Microsoft Internet
Explorer
Mozilla Firefox
Netscape Navigator
Apple Safari
Google Chrome
Table 4. Browser Compatibility
To access the device's WebUI:
1. Connect your workstation to one of the ports
labeled LAN (1-4).
2. Ensure your workstation is configured with a
static IP address in the 192.168.10.0/24
subnet.
Note: Disable pop-up blocking software or
add the management IP address
http://192.168.10.1 to your pop-up blocker's
allow list.
3. Launch your browser and enter the IP
address for the LAN interface (The default IP
address is http://192.168.10.1), then press Enter.
4. Log in to the Wireless Controller Web
Interface. The default login information is:
Version
6.0 or higher
3.5 or higher
Using a Console Connection
(RJ-45 to DB-9 DCE)
9.0 or higher
The DWC-1000 Wireless Controller provides
a serial port that allows you to connect to a
4.0
computer or terminal for monitoring and config-
uring the device. This port is an RJ-45 connector,
implemented as a data communication terminal
5.0
equipment (DCE) connection.
To use the console port connection, you need the
following equipment:
1. A terminal or a computer with both a serial port
and the ability to emulate a terminal.
2. The included RJ-45 to DB-9 cable.
3. If your Laptop or PC does not have an RS-232
connector, a converter (not included) is
required.
Figure 6. Browser Address
Username: admin
Password: admin
Figure 7. Authentication Dialog
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