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5V DC, 2.0A Power Adapter

2003 D-Link Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. Trademarks or registered trademarks are the property of their respective holders. Software andspecifications subject to change without notice. DWL-7100AP. 01152004

Before You Begin

Check Your Package Contents

DWL-7100AP Wireless Access Point

CD-ROM (containing Manual and Warranty)

Ethernet Cable

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

The default IP address for the DWL-7100AP is 192.168.0.50 with a subnet mask of255.255.255.0. For the purpose of configuring the DWL-7100AP you will need to assignyour computer a static IP address within the same range as the DWL-7100APs IPaddress. See the Manual on the CD-ROM if you need assistance in assigning astatic IP address for your network adapter.

Using a power supply with a different voltagerating will damage and voidthe warranty of this product.

DWL-7100APD-Link AirPremierTM AG

Tri-mode Dualband WirelessAccess Point

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Connecting The DWL-7100AP To YourNetwork

A. First, connect the power adapter to the receptor at the back panel of the DWL-7100AP 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. Insert an Ethernet cable into the LAN port on the back panel of the DWL-7100AP and an available Ethernet port on the network adapter in the computer you will use to configure the DWL-7100AP. TheLink LED for the LAN Port will illuminate to indicate a proper connection.

C. Computers with 802.11a/b/g wireless adapters can connect to the DWL-7100AP. The DWL-AG650 AirXpertTM Wireless Cardbus Adapterand the DWL-AG520 AirXpertTM Wireless PCI Adapter will connect, out ofthe box, with the DWL-7100AP, using their default settings.

A. Receptor forPower Adapter.

Reset ButtonPressing this button restoresthe access point to its original

factory default settings.

B. LAN Port is forconnecting to a switchon the local network

with an Ethernet cable

C. AntennasUsed to wirelessly

connect to 802.11a/b/gadapters.

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Using The Setup Wizard

When you have completedthe steps in this QuickInstallation Guide, yourconnected network shouldlook similar to this:

Open your Webbrowser and typehttp://192.168.0.50into the URL addressbox. Then press theEnter or Return key.

The logon pop-upscreen will appear.

Type admin for theusername and leave thepassword field blank.

Click OK

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Using The Setup Wizard (continued)

Once you havelogged in, the Homescreen will appear.

You will see thefollowing screens.

Click Run Wizard

Click Next

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Click Next

Step 1 - Set up yournew password. Youhave the option toestablish a password.

Click Next

Click Next

Step 2 - Wireless LAN802.11a SetupThe default wirelesssettings are:SSID = defaultChannel = 52You can change thesesettings to match anexisting wireless network.

Step 3 - WEP Encryptionfor 802.11aThe DWL-7100AP is capableof 64-, 128-, and 152-bitencryption. Select the keysize you wish to use andenter the key in the fieldprovided. By default, WEP isDisabled.

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Your Setup is Complete!

Click Next

Click Next

Click Restart

Step 2 - Wireless LAN802.11g SetupThe default wirelesssettings are:SSID = defaultChannel = 6You can change thesesettings to match anexisting wireless network.

Step 3 - WEP Encryptionfor 802.11gThe DWL-7100AP iscapable of 64-, 128-, and152-bit encryption. Selectthe key size you wish touse and enter the key inthe field provided. Bydefault, WEP is Disabled.

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You will be returned to the Home tab.

Click to Exit

For additional settings or information, refer to the Advanced, Tools,or Status tabs on the web-management interface; or to the manuallocated on the CD-ROM.

For managing several DWL-7100APs, please utilize the D-Link AirPremierTM AG Access Point Manager. For the latest version of the firmware or AP manager please go to http://support.dlink.com