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D-Link AirPremier DWL-1700AP Manual

Outdoor 2.4 ghz wireless access point
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DWL-1700AP
Outdoor 2.4 GHz

Wireless Access Point

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This product should be installed ONLY by
experienced, professional installers who are
familiar with local building and safety codes,
and wherever applicable, are licensed by the
appropriate authorities. Failure to do so may
void the warranty and may expose the user or the
service provider to legal and financial liabilities.
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  • Page 1: Wireless Access Point

    D-Link AirPremier DWL-1700AP Outdoor 2.4 GHz Wireless Access Point Manual This product should be installed ONLY by experienced, professional installers who are familiar with local building and safety codes, and wherever applicable, are licensed by the appropriate authorities. Failure to do so may void the warranty and may expose the user or the service provider to legal and financial liabilities.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Package Contents ... 3 Introduction ... 4 Connections ... 5 Outdoor Installation ... 6 Grounding ... 6 Features ... 7 Network Layout ... 8 Using the Configuration Utility ... 10 Networking Basics ... 30 Frequently Asked Questions ... 45 Troubleshooting ...

  • Page 3: Package Contents

    Contents of Package: D-Link AirPremier DWL-1700AP Outdoor 2.4GHz Wireless Access Point Inline Power Injector AC Power Cord MIL-C-5015 style RS232 Console Port Cable Grounding Wire Crossover Ethernet Cable 30M MIL-C-5015 style Ethernet Cable Two rubber dipole antennas Mast Mounting Kit...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    RADIUS server; MAC address access control; and additional security features. With a built-in firewall, the DWL-1700AP can operate as a NAT inbound virtual server and provides IP based access control. Denial of Service (DoS) protection is also included with the DWL-1700AP to prevent the wireless network from being hacked.

  • Page 5: Connections

    115,200 Baud, No Parity, 8 data bits, 1 stopbit and ANSI compatible. Note: This connection is optional. Use this console connection only if you are configuring the DWL-1700AP via the console. (Or when you fail to configure the unit through the Web-based utility). Data Input Port...

  • Page 6: Outdoor Installation

    The DWL-1700AP can be mounted on the side of a building or mounted to a mast as shown above. A wall mount is a convenient location if the roof overhang is not excessive and/or the location is high enough to provide a clear line of sight.

  • Page 7: Features

     Ideal for Internet Hotspots- Provides outdoor users with wireless Internet Access  Robust Outdoor Housing - Designed for harsh outdoor environments, with die-cast, watertight housing and built-in lightning protector  2 Different Operation modes - Capable of operatingas either a Router or an Access Point.

  • Page 8: Network Layout

    Mount the DWL-1700AP to an unobstructed wall or mast. Make sure that is is grounded. Connect the DWL-1700AP to the Inline Power Injector Connect a Hub, Switch or Router to the Inline Power Injector Connect a desktop computer to the router. You can use this Ethernet connected...
  • Page 9 Network Layout (continued) Upon completion of the installation, laptops, with wireless network cards installed, will be able to connect wirelessly to the DWL-1700AP in order to surf the Internet. For more information regarding installation, please see the sections on Grounding and Connections in this manual, and the Quick Installation Guide...

  • Page 10: Using The Configuration Utility

    To configure the DWL-1700AP, use a computer which is connected to the DWL-1700AP with an Ethernet cable (see the Network Layout diagram). First, disable the Access the Internet using a proxy server function.  To disable this function, go to Control Panel > Internet Options >...

  • Page 11: Quick Installation

    After the connection is established, you will see the user identification window as shown. Note: if you have changed the default IP Address assigned to the DWL-1700AP, make sure to enter the correct IP Address. Type admin in the User Name field ...
  • Page 12 Local Area Networks (WLAN). WEP provides security by encrypting the data that is sent over the WLAN. Select Enabled or Disabled. Disabled is the default setting. (Note: If you enable encryption on the DWL-1700AP make sure to also enable encryption on all the wireless clients or wireless connection will not be established.)
  • Page 13 Using the Configuration Utility (continued) Home > WAN > Dynamic IP Address Most Cable modem users will select Dynamic IP Address to obtain an IP Address automatically from their ISP (Internet Service Provider.) Host Name- This field is optional, but may be required by some ISPs. The Host Name is the device name.
  • Page 14 Using the Configuration Utility (continued) Home > WAN > Static IP Address If you use a Static IP Address, you will input the following information that your ISP has provided to you. (The above screen is for illustration purposes only; the information that you enter into this screen may be different.) IP Address- The IP Address is assigned by your ISP.
  • Page 15 Home > WAN > PPPoE Dynamic or Static PPPoE- Select Dynamic or Static PPPoE. This information will be provided by your ISP. Enter a user name. This is optional. User Name- Enter a password. This is optional. Password- Retype Retype the password. This is optional. Password- Service Name- This is optional.
  • Page 16 LAN is short for Local Area Network. This is considered your internal wired network. These are the IP settings of the LAN interface for the DWL-1700AP. These settings may be referred to as Private settings. You may change the LAN IP Address if needed. The LAN IP Address is private to your internal network and cannot be seen on the Internet.
  • Page 17 Using the Configuration Utility (continued) Home > DHCP DHCP stands for Dynamic Host Control Protocol. The DWL-1700AP has a built-in DHCP server. The DHCP Server will automatically assign an IP Address to the computers on the LAN/private network. Be sure to set your computers to be DHCP clients by setting their TCP/IP settings to “Obtain an IP Address Automatically.”...
  • Page 18 Using the Configuration Menu (continued) Advanced > Virtual Server The DWL-1700AP can be configured as a Virtual Server so that remote users accessing Web and FTP services via the public IP Address can be automatically redirected to local servers in the LAN (Local Area Network.) The DWL-1700AP firewall feature filters out unrecognized packets to protect your LAN...
  • Page 19 Using the Configuration Menu (continued) Advanced > Filters Filters are used to deny LAN computers from accessing the Internet using their MAC Addresses. Disable or Enable - MAC Address - Apply - MAC Address - Media Access Control Address A unique hardware address that identifies a device on a network. It is assigned at the factory and cannot be changed.
  • Page 20 Firewall Rules is an advanced feature that is used to deny, allow or count traffic that passes through the DWL-1700AP. The Firewall Rules that you create will appear in the list at the bottom of the page. Please be sure to Click Apply, after you have made changes or additions.
  • Page 21 Using the Configuration Menu (continued) Advanced > Performance Beacon Interval- Beacons are packets sent by an Access Point to synchronize a wireless network. Specify a value. 100 is the default setting and is recommended. RTS Threshold- This value should remain at its default setting of 250. If you encounter inconsistent data flow, only minor modifications should be made within the value range of 0-3000.
  • Page 22 Advanced > 802.1x 802.1x function - Accessible 802.1x Users on - Server IP - Share Key - Authentication Port - Accounting Port - User Name - Password - Apply - Disabled is the default setting Select Local or Remote RADIUS SERVER parameters Enter the IP Address of the RADIUS SERVER Enter the Shared key.
  • Page 23 SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) is a widely used network monitoring and control protocol that reports activity on each network device to the administrator of the network. SNMP can be used to monitor traffic and statistics of the DWL-1700AP. Validity...
  • Page 24 Using the Configuration Menu (continued) Advanced > Anti-DoS Select one or more of the options shown here in order to reject DoS (Denial of Service) attacks. Some CPU resources are used in Anti-DoS attacks. If you notice performance degradation, you may wish to adjust your selection of Anti-DoS attacks.
  • Page 25 Using the Configuration Menu (continued) Tools> Admin At this page, the DWL-1700AP administrator can change the system password. The Login name is admin New Password- Confirm Password- Block WAN Ping Disable Ping from the WAN side- Remote Management Disable Remote...
  • Page 26 The current system settings can be saved as a file onto the local hard drive. The saved file or any other saved setting file can be loaded back on the DWL-1700AP. To reload a system settings file, click on Browse to browse the local hard drive and locate the system file to be used.
  • Page 27 Using the Configuration Menu (continued) Tools > Firmware There may be new firmware for your DWL-1700AP available on the D-Link support website. Click here to check for a firmware upgrade on our support site. You will need to download and install TFTP software on a computer in your network.
  • Page 28 Using the Configuration Menu (continued) Status > Device Info The Device Info screen displays information about the DWL-1700AP.
  • Page 29 Using the Configuration Menu (continued) Status > Wireless The screen above displays the Wireless Status and the length of time of the current connection. Help At the Help screen you can select from Help files displayed above.

  • Page 30: Networking Basics

    Networking Basics Using the Network Setup Wizard in Windows XP In this section you will learn how to establish a network at home or work, using Microsoft Windows XP. Note: Please refer to websites such as http://www.homenethelp.com http://www.microsoft.com/windows2000 for information about networking computers using Windows 2000, ME or 98.
  • Page 31 Networking Basics (continued) Please follow all the instructions in this window: Click Next In the following window, select the best description of your computer. If your computer connects to the internet through a gateway/router, select the second option as shown. Click Next...
  • Page 32 Networking Basics (continued) Enter a Computer description and a Computer name (optional.) Click Next Enter a Workgroup name. All computers on your network should have the same Workgroup name. Click Next...
  • Page 33 Networking Basics (continued) Please wait while the Network Setup Wizard applies the changes. When the changes are complete, Click Next. Please wait while the Network Setup Wizard configures the computer. This may take a few minutes.
  • Page 34 Networking Basics (continued) In the window below, select the option that fits your needs. In this example, Create a Network Setup Disk has been selected. You will run this disk on each of the computers on your network. Click Next. Insert a disk into the Floppy Disk Drive, in this case drive A.
  • Page 35 Networking Basics (continued) Please read the information under Here’s how in the screen below. After you complete the Network Setup Wizard you will use the Network Setup Disk to run the Network Setup Wizard once on each of the computers on your network.
  • Page 36 Networking Basics (continued) Please read the information on this screen, then click Finish to complete the Network Setup Wizard. The new settings will take effect when you restart the computer. Click Yes to restart the computer. You have completed configuring this computer. Next, you will need to run the Network Setup Disk on all the other computers on your network.
  • Page 37 Networking Basics (continued) Naming your Computer To name your computer, please follow these directions:(In Windows XP) Click Start (in the lower left corner of the screen)  Right-click on My Computer  Select Properties and Click  Select the Computer ...
  • Page 38 Networking Basics (continued) Naming your Computer  n this window, enter the Computer name  Select Workgroup and enter the name of the Workgroup  All computers on your network must have the same Workgroup name. Click OK  Checking the IP Address in Windows XP The adapter-equipped computers in your network must be in the same IP Address range (see Getting Started in this manual for a definition of IP Address Range.) To check on the IP Address of the adapter, please do the following:...
  • Page 39 Networking Basics (continued) Checking the IP Address in Windows XP This window will appear. Click the  Support tab Click Close  Assigning a Static IP Address in Windows XP/2000 Note: Residential Gateways/Broadband Routers will automatically assign IP Addresses to the computers on the network, using DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) technology.
  • Page 40 Networking Basics (continued) Assigning a Static IP Address in Windows XP/2000  Double-click on Network Connections  Right-click on Local Area Connections  Double-click on Properties...
  • Page 41 Assigning a Static IP Address in Windows XP/2000 Click on Internet  Protocol (TCP/IP)  Click Properties Input your IP Address  and subnet mask. (The IP Addresses on your network must be within the same range. For example, if one computer has an IP Address of 192.168.0.2, the other computers...
  • Page 42 Networking Basics (continued) Assigning a Static IP Address with Macintosh OSX  Go to the Apple Menu and select System Preferences  cClick on Network Select Built-in Ethernet in  the Show pull-down menu Select Manually in the  Configure pull-down menu ...
  • Page 43 Networking Basics (continued) Selecting a Dynamic IP Address with Macintosh OSX  Go to the Apple Menu and select System Preferences Click on Network  Select Built-in Ethernet in  the Show pull-down menu  Select Using DHCP in the Configure pull-down menu Click Apply Now ...
  • Page 44 Checking the Wireless Connection by Pinging in Windows XP and 2000 Go to Start > Run  > type cmd. A window similar to this one will ap- pear. Type ping xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx, where xxx is the IP Address of the Wireless Router or Access Point.

  • Page 45: Frequently Asked Questions

    Q2: What are the differences between Local and Remote authentication settings in 802.1x function? Local – refers to the user that is authenticated by the DWL-1700AP. The DWL-1700AP only supports EAP-MD5 for the 802.1x security. If you select Local in 802.1x settings, you need to enable the 802.1x function and type the appropriate Username and Password in the user settings.
  • Page 46 Frequently Asked Questions (continued) Q5: How do I backup the MAC Filters or Firewall rules in DWL-1700AP? Go to Tools>System in the Configuration utility. Use the backup function on that screen. Q6: How can I reset the DWL-1700AP to its factory default settings? Using the Web-browser, go to Tools >...

  • Page 47: Troubleshooting

    This Chapter provides solutions to problems that can occur during the installation and operation of the DWL-1700AP Wireless Access Point. We cover various aspects of the network setup, including the network adapters. Please read the following if you are having problems.

  • Page 48: Infrastructure Mode

    Check that the IP Address assigned to the wireless adapter is within the same IP Address range as the access point and gateway. (Since the DWL-1700AP has a WLAN IP Address of 192.168.1.50, wireless adapters must have an IP Address in the same range, e.g., 192.168.1.x.
  • Page 49 Troubleshooting (continued) 2. The wireless client cannot access the Internet in the Infrastructure mode. (continued)  Check to make sure that the Router in your network is functioning properly by pinging it. If the router is not functioning properly, it will not connect to the Internet.
  • Page 50 Select Properties to check that the drivers are installed properly Look under Device  Status to check that the device is working properly Click OK  D-Link AirPlus DWL-G650 D-Link AirPlus DWL-G650 Wireless Cardbus Adapter D-Link AirPlus DWL-G650 Wireless Cardbus Adapter...
  • Page 51 4. What variables may cause my wireless products to lose reception? D-Link products let you access your network from virtually anywhere you want. However, the positioning of the products within your environment will affect the wireless range. Please refer to Installation Considerations in the Wireless Basics section of this manual for further information about the most advantageous placement of your D-Link wireless products.

  • Page 52: Appendix I: Telnet Configuration (Optional)

    Telnet Configuration The AP is designed to operate as shipped from the factory without any special set-up. However, it has many options and parameters that can be changed if users have special requirements. Most of the management functions can be accessed using TCP/IP protocol;...
  • Page 53 Telnet Configuration (continued) Enter the User Name and User Password as shown below. (The default User Name is admin and the default User Password is root.) admin After you have logged in, the Telnet user interface screen will appear, as shown below.
  • Page 54 3. The structure of the menu tree is shown on the following page. Users can use the following keys to select the parameter to change or add. Up/Down or i/k key: move the cursor up/down to the specific item.  Right or l or Enter key: select the item or enter the sub-menu.
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  • Page 61: Appendix 2: Boot Code Firmware Upgrade

    Boot Code/Firmware Upgrade This procedure is optional. If you wish to upgrade the Boot Code, check the D-Link support website to see if the Boot Code has been upgraded. If it has, and you wish to upgrade it (optional), here is the procedure to upgrade the Boot Code, program firmware and Web image by using the console port.
  • Page 62 Boot Code Firmware Upgrade (continued) After the Hyper Terminal window appears: Give this new connection a name. (e.g., DWL-1700AP) Select correct COM port. (e.g.,COM1)
  • Page 63 Boot Code Firmware Upgrade (continued) Set baud rate as 115200, and flow control as None. Then press OK to bring up the HyperTerminal window. Press Esc to reboot the DWL-1700AP. After reboot, and when showing EDORAM Testing, press X to enter console mode.
  • Page 64 Boot Code Firmware Upgrade (continued) Key-in DLX and press Enter. When CCC... appears, select Transfer > Send File. Set Protocol as 1K Xmodem. Key-in correct filename (X.BIN) and path, then choose Send to start boot code upgrade.
  • Page 65 Boot Code Firmware Upgrade (continued) When XMODEM End of Transfer & ERASE ROOT FW (X.BIN) NOW (Y/y): appears, type Y to update Flash. Upon completion, you will see X.BIN Upgrade Complete! displayed on the screen.
  • Page 66 Boot Code Firmware Upgrade (continued) Key-in reboot and press Enter to let the new boot code activate. After rebooting and when showing EDORAM Testing, press X to enter console mode again.
  • Page 67 Boot Code Firmware Upgrade (continued) Key-in DLS and press Enter, the following warning will appear: Warning!! Main program will be overwritten!! Press Y (in upper case) to proceed... Press Y to erase old program image and when CCC... appears, select Transfer >...
  • Page 68 Boot Code Firmware Upgrade (continued) Key-in DLP and press Enter to erase the old Web image and when CCC... appears, select Transfer > Send File. Set Protocol as 1K Xmodem. Key-in correct filename (PFS.IMG) and path, then choose Send to start Web image upgrade.
  • Page 69 Boot Code Firmware Upgrade (continued) Key in DLB and press Enter to upgrade the BIOS. When CCC... appears, select Transfer > Send File. Set Protocol as 1K Xmodem. Key-in the correct filename (STARTUP.BIN) and path, then choose Send to start to upgrade the BIOS code.
  • Page 70 Boot Code Firmware Upgrade (continued) When XMODEM End of Transfer and Erase Root FW (X.BIN) NOW ( Y/y): appears, type Y to update Flash. After a successful upgrade, you will see STARTUP.BIN Upgrade Complete! Type in reboot to restart the DWL-1700AP.

  • Page 71: Appendix 3: Wireless Basics

    D-Link wireless products are based on industry standards to provide easy-to-use and compatible high-speed wireless connectivity within your home, business or wherever a wireless network is available. D-Link wireless products will allow you access to the data you want, when and where you want it. You will be able to enjoy the freedom that wireless networking brings.
  • Page 72 Wireless Basics (continued) People use WLAN technology for many different purposes: Mobility - Productivity increases when people have access to data in any location within the operating range of the WLAN. Management decisions based on real-time information can significantly improve worker efficiency. Low Implementation Costs –...

  • Page 73: Technical Specifications

    Standards IEEE 802.11b Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS)  Device Management Web-Based- Internet Explorer v6 or later; Netscape Navigator v6  or later; or other Java-enabled browsers Console (RS-232) Configuration  SNMP MIB I & MIB II  Wireless Operating Range Temperature Operating: -4ºF to 158ºF (-20ºC to 70ºC) ...
  • Page 74 Receiver Sensitivity: <-84dBm @11Mbps  <-90dBm @2Mbps  RF Connector: Proprietary N-type (Reverse Polarity)  Interface: 1 ports 10base-T/100Base-TX Ethernet for WAN/LAN  UART for console  Firmware Upgrade: TFTP (Transparent FTP)  Xmodem & 1K Xmodem  Physical Dimensions: L = 9.57 inches (243mm) ...
  • Page 75 Protocol Supported: TCP/IP  NAT/NAPT  Virtual Server (NAT inbound server)  DHCP client/server   PPPoE Static Routing  Ethernet Bridging  Security: 64/128-bit WEP (RC4)  IEEE 802.1x port-based authentication  MAC Address based access control  802.11b SSID hidden ...

  • Page 76: Contacting 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 web site, or by phone.

  • Page 77: Warranty And Registration

    Warranty Period from the date of original retail purchase. If a material defect is incapable of correction, or if D-Link determines in its sole discretion that it is not practical to repair or replace the defective Hardware, the price paid by the original purchaser for the defective Hardware will be refunded by D-Link upon return to D-Link of the defective Hardware.
  • Page 78 Canada: 2180 Winston Park Drive, Oakville, ON, L6H 5W1 (Visit information within Canada) D-Link may reject or return any product that is not packaged and shipped in strict compliance with the foregoing requirements, or for which an RMA number is not visible from the outside of the package. The product owner agrees to pay D-Link’s reasonable handling and return shipping charges for any product that...
  • Page 79 Limitation of Liability: TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, D-LINK IS NOT LIABLE UNDER ANY CONTRACT, NEGLIGENCE, STRICT LIABILITY OR OTHER LEGAL OR EQUITABLE THEORY FOR ANY LOSS OF USE OF THE PRODUCT, INCONVENIENCE OR DAMAGES OF ANY CHARACTER, WHETHER...

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