Connect to a Wireless Network ........47 LAN Settings .................25 Static IP ................26 Using Windows XP ..............47 ® DHCP Server ..............27 Configure WPA-PSK ..............48 Advanced ..................28 Using Windows Vista ...............50 ® Advanced Wireless .............28 Configure WPA-PSK ..............52 D-Link DAP-1160 User Manual...
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DAP-1160 Wireless N 150 Bridge/Access Point Ethernet Cable Power Adapter Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage rating than the one included with the DAP-1160 will cause damage and void the warranty for this product. D-Link DAP-1160 User Manual...
• Firefox 12.0 or later • Safari 4 or later • Google Chrome 20.0 or later Windows Users: Make sure you have the latest version of Java installed. ® Visit www.java.com to download the latest version. D-Link DAP-1160 User Manual...
802.11b/g. It can be flexibly configured to operate in 2 different modes Access Point, Wireless Client. With its Setup Wizard, the DAP-1160 ensures that you will be up and running on a wireless network in just a matter of minutes.
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Connect home and soho to a wireless network Create a wireless network for your home and office using the D-Link DAP-1160 as an 802.11n standard Wireless Access Point. Connect this Access Point to a broadband modem and let others wirelessly access your Internet connection. Enjoy surfing the web, checking e-mail, and chatting with family and friends online.
This capability allows users to participate in real-time activities online, such as video streaming, online gaming, and real-time audio. • Compatible with IEEE802.11g Devices - The DAP-1160 is still fully compatible with the 802.11g standards, so it can connect with existing 802.11g PCI, USB, and Cardbus adapters.
Press and hold for 5 seconds is Reset Button to restore to its original factory default settings. LAN Port Connect 10/100 Ethernet devices such as computers, switches, and hubs. Power Button Push the Power Button to switch power on/off. Power Receptor Receptor for the supplied power adapter. D-Link DAP-1160 User Manual...
A solid green light indicates the wireless function is working. The light will be off during Wireless LED device reboot or if the wireless radio is disabled. A solid light indicates a successful WPS connection. A blinking light indicates the device is WPS LED trying to establish a connection. D-Link DAP-1160 User Manual...
Operation Modes Depending on how you want to use your DAP-1160 will determine which mode you use. This section will help you figure out which setting works with your setup. • Access Point Mode - page 12 •...
Access Point Mode In the Access Point mode, the DAP-1160 acts as a central connection point for any computer (client) that has a 802.11n or backward-compatible 802.11g wireless network interface and is within range of the AP. Clients must use the same SSID (wireless network name) and channel as the AP in order to connect.
Wireless Client Mode In the Wireless Client mode, the DAP-1160 acts as a wireless network adapter for your Ethernet-enabled device (such as a game console or a TV set-top box). Connect your Ethernet-enabled device to the AP using an Ethernet cable. The AP Client mode can support multiple wired clients.
1. Keep the number of walls and ceilings between the D-Link access point and other network devices to a minimum. Each wall or ceiling can reduce your adapter’s range from 3-90 feet (1-30 meters.) Position your devices so that the number of walls or ceilings is minimized.
Section 3 - 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 If you wish to change the default settings or optimize the performance of the DAP-1160, you may use the web-based configuration utility.
Section 3 - Configuration Wireless Setup Wizard Click Launch Wireless Setup Wizard to configure your access point. Click Next to continue. D-Link DAP-1160 User Manual...
Section 3 - Configuration Access Point Mode This Wizard is designed to assist you in configuring your DAP-1160 as an access point. Select Access Point from the drop-down menu. Then, click Next to continue. Enter a name for your wireless network (SSID).
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Section 3 - Configuration The following screen will show you your network key to enter on your wireless clients. Click Save to finish the Setup Wizard. D-Link DAP-1160 User Manual...
Section 3 - Configuration Wireless Client Mode This Wizard is designed to assist you in configuring your DAP-1160 as a wireless client. Select Wireless Client from the drop-down menu. Select Manual configuration to setup your network manually. Click Next to continue.
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Find your access point from the list, click the radio button in the right column, and click Connect. Enter the Wi-Fi password. Click Next to complete the Setup Wizard. The Wi-Fi Setup Wizard is complete. Click Finish to reboot the device. D-Link DAP-1160 User Manual...
Mixed 802.11n, 802.11g and 802.11b - Select if you are using a mix of 802.11n, 11g, and 11b wireless clients. Wireless Indicates the channel setting for the DAP-1160. The Channel can be changed to fit the channel setting for an existing wireless network Channel: or to customize the wireless network.
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Visibility Status: Check the box if you do not want the SSID of your wireless network to be broadcasted by the DAP-1160. If checked, the SSID of the DAP-1160 will not be seen by Site Survey utilities so your wireless clients will have to know the SSID of your DAP-1160 in order to connect to it.
Select a wireless security setting. Options are None, WEP, WPA, or WPA2. See the Wireless Security section in this manual for a detailed Wireless Security Mode: explanation of the wireless security options. Select enable if you want to configure the DAP-1160 with Wi-Fi Protection setup. WPS: D-Link DAP-1160 User Manual...
This section will allow you to change the local network settings of the access point and to configure the DHCP settings. Device Name: Enter the Device Name of the AP. It is recommended to change the Device Name if there is more than one D-Link device within the subnet. LAN Connection Use the drop-down menu to select Dynamic IP Type: (DHCP) to automatically obtain an IP address on the LAN/private network.
AP into your web browser to access the instead of IP address for configuration. If you are using the device name to connect, ensure that your PC and your DAP-1160 are on the same network. LAN Connection Select Static IP from the drop-down menu.
The DHCP server settings defines the range of the IP address that can be assigned to stations in the network. If needed or required in the network, the DAP-1160 is capable of acting as a DHCP server. Enable DHCP server : Check to allow the DAP-1160 to function as a DHCP server.
WLAN Partition: This feature enables client isolation. If enabling, all clients will not be able to view or access each other’s information or within the network. HT 20/40 Check to enable or disable this feature. Coexistance: D-Link DAP-1160 User Manual...
This parameter allows you to manually add a MAC filtering Filtering rule. Click the Add button to add the new MAC filtering rule Rule: to the MAC Filtering Rules list at the bottom of this screen. D-Link DAP-1160 User Manual...
Create a random number that is a valid PIN. This PIN: becomes the router’s PIN. You can then copy this PIN to the user interface of the registrar. Add Wireless Press the button to start with the wizard to setup Station: the WPS. D-Link DAP-1160 User Manual...
Enable User Check the Enable User Limit box to enable this Limit: feature. User Limit: Enter the maximum number of clients, between 1 and 32. Save Click Save Settings to save and activate the new Settings: changes. D-Link DAP-1160 User Manual...
Name. The administrator can make changes to the settings. Confirm Enter the same password that you entered in the Password: previous textbox in order to confirm its accuracy. Enable Check to enable this feature. Graphical Authentication: D-Link DAP-1160 User Manual...
If you want to save the current access point configuration settings, use the Save button above. Note: Restoring the factory default settings will not reset the Wi-Fi Protected Status to Not Configured. Reboot the Click to reboot the access point. Device: D-Link DAP-1160 User Manual...
You can upgrade the firmware of the access point here. Make sure the firmware you want to use is on the local hard drive of the computer. Click on Choose File to locate the firmware file to be used for the update. Please check the D-Link support website for firmware updates at http://support.dlink.com.
To manually input the time, enter the values in these fields for the Year, Month, Day, Hour, Minute, and Second and then click Save Settings. You can also click the Copy computer time button at the bottom of the screen. D-Link DAP-1160 User Manual...
This section Ping Tests by sending ping packets to test if a computer on the internet is running and responding. Ping Test : The Ping Test is used to send Ping. Ping Result: The results of your ping attempts will be displayed here. D-Link DAP-1160 User Manual...
Enter a start and end time for your schedule. Schedule Rules The list of schedules will be listed here. Click the List: Add icon to make changes or click the Clear icon to remove the schedule. D-Link DAP-1160 User Manual...
Section 3 - Configuration Status Device Info This page displays the current information for the DAP-1160. It will display the LAN and wireless LAN information. General: Displays the access point’s time and firmware version. LAN: Displays the MAC address and the private (local) IP settings for the access point.
Section 3 - Configuration Logs The DAP-1160 keeps a running log of events and activities occurring on the AP. If the AP is rebooted, the logs are automatically cleared. You can save the log files under Log Setting. Log Options:...
Statistics The DAP-1160 keeps statistics of the traffic that passes through it. You can view the amount of packets that pass through the LAN and wireless portions of the network. The traffic counter will reset if the access point is rebooted.
The wireless section allows you to view the wireless clients that are connected to your wireless access point. Connection Time: Displays the amount of time the wireless client has been connected to the access point. MAC Address: The Ethernet ID (MAC address) of the wireless client. D-Link DAP-1160 User Manual...
Section 4 - Security Wireless Security This section will show you the different levels of security you can use to protect your data from intruders. The DAP-1160 offers the following types of security: • WPA2 (Wi-Fi Protected Access 2) • WPA2-PSK (Pre-Shared Key) •...
WPA/WPA2 incorporates user authentication through the Extensible Authentication Protocol (EAP). EAP is built on a more secure public key encryption system to ensure that only authorized network users can access the network. D-Link DAP-1160 User Manual...
6. Click Save Settings at the top of the window to save your settings. If you are configuring the access point with a wireless adapter, you will lose connectivity until you enable WPA-PSK on your adapter and enter the same passphrase as you did on the access point. D-Link DAP-1160 User Manual...
6. Next to Port, enter the port you are using with your RADIUS server. 1812 is the default port. 7. Next to Shared Secret, enter the security key. 8. Click Save Settings to save your settings. D-Link DAP-1160 User Manual...
Click on a network (displayed using the SSID) and click the Connect button. If you get a good signal, but cannot access the Internet, check you TCP/IP settings for your wireless adapter. Refer to the Networking Basics section in this manual for more information. D-Link DAP-1160 User Manual...
XP Wireless Utility by right-clicking ® on the wireless computer icon in your system tray (lower-right corner of screen). Select View Available Wireless Networks. 2. Highlight the wireless network (SSID) you would like to connect to and click Connect. D-Link DAP-1160 User Manual...
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It may take 20-30 seconds to connect to the wireless network. If the connection fails, please verify that the WPA-PSK settings are correct. The WPA-PSK passphrase must be exactly the same as on the wireless access point. D-Link DAP-1160 User Manual...
Network and Sharing Center. The utility will display any available wireless networks in your area. Click on a network (displayed using the SSID) under Select a network to connect to and then click the Connect button. D-Link DAP-1160 User Manual...
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The utility will display the following window to indicate a connection is being made. The final window indicates the establishment of a successful connection. The next two pages display the windows used to connect to either a WEP or a WPA-PSK wireless network. D-Link DAP-1160 User Manual...
Click on a network (displayed using the SSID) using WPA-PSK under Select a network to connect to and then click the Connect button. Enter the appropriate security key or passphrase in the field provided and then click the Connect button. D-Link DAP-1160 User Manual...
If you are joining an existing network, you will need to know the security key or passphrase being used. 1. Click on the wireless icon in your system tray (lower-right corner). Wireless Icon 2. The utility will display any available wireless networks in your area. D-Link DAP-1160 User Manual...
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If you get a good signal but cannot access the Internet, check your TCP/IP settings for your wireless adapter. Refer to the Networking Basics section in this manual for more information. 4. The following window appears while your computer tries to connect to the router. D-Link DAP-1160 User Manual...
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It may take 20-30 seconds to connect to the wireless network. If the connection fails, please verify that the security settings are correct. The key or passphrase must be exactly the same as on the wireless router. D-Link DAP-1160 User Manual...
Section 5 - Connecting to a Wireless Network Configure WPS The WPS feature of the DAP-1160 can be configured using Windows 7. Carry out the following steps to use Windows 7 to ® ® configure the WPS feature of the DAP-1160: 1.
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3. Double-click the Wireless AP. 4. Input the WPS PIN number (displayed in the WPS window on the Router’s LCD screen or in the Setup > Wireless Setup menu in the Router’s Web UI) and click Next. D-Link DAP-1160 User Manual...
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Section 5 - Connecting to a Wireless Network 5. Type a name to identify the network. 6. To configure advanced settings, click the icon. Click Next to continue. D-Link DAP-1160 User Manual...
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7. The following window appears while the Router is being configured. Wait for the configuration to complete. 8. The following window informs you that WPS on the DAP-1160 has been setup successfully. Make a note of the security key as you may need to provide this security key if adding an older wireless device to the network in the future.
1. Why can’t I access the web-based configuration utility? When entering the IP address of the D-Link access point (192.168.0.50 for example), you are not connecting to a website on the Internet or have to be connected to the Internet. The device has the utility built-in to a ROM chip in the device itself. Your computer must be on the same IP subnet to connect to the web-based utility.
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• Close your web browser (if open) and open it. • Access the web management. Open your web browser and enter the IP address of your D-Link access point in the address bar. This should open the login page for your the web management.
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95, 98, and Me users type in command (Windows ® ® (or click OK). • Once the window opens, you’ll need to do a special ping. Use the following syntax: ping [url] [-f ] [-l] [MTU value] Example: ping yahoo.com -f -l 1472 D-Link DAP-1160 User Manual...
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• To change the MTU enter the number in the MTU field and click Save Settings to save your settings. • Test your email. If changing the MTU does not resolve the problem, continue changing the MTU in increments of ten. D-Link DAP-1160 User Manual...
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 public access wireless networks. Strictly adhering to the IEEE standard, the D-Link wireless family of products will allow you to securely access the data you want, when and where you want it. You will be able to enjoy the freedom that wireless networking delivers.
D-Link is the worldwide leader and award winning designer, developer, and manufacturer of networking products. D-Link delivers the performance you need at a price you can afford. D-Link has all the products you need to build your network. How does wireless work? Wireless works similar to how cordless phone work, through radio signals to transmit data from one point A to point B.
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Who uses wireless? Wireless technology has become so popular in recent years that almost everyone is using it, whether it’s for home, office, business, D-Link has a wireless solution for it. Home • Gives everyone at home broadband access •...
The wireless connection in public places is usually called “hotspots”. Using a D-Link Cardbus Adapter with your laptop, you can access the hotspot to connect to Internet from remote locations like: Airports, Hotels, Coffee Shops, Libraries, Restaurants, and Convention Centers.
An Infrastructure network contains an Access Point or wireless bridge. All the wireless devices, or clients, will connect to the wireless bridge or access point. An Ad-Hoc network contains only clients, such as laptops with wireless cardbus adapters. All the adapters must be in Ad-Hoc mode to communicate. D-Link DAP-1160 User Manual...
This will display the IP address, subnet mask, and the default gateway of your adapter. If the address is 0.0.0.0, check your adapter installation, security settings, and the settings on your router. Some firewall software programs may block a DHCP request on newly installed adapters. D-Link DAP-1160 User Manual...
Set Primary DNS the same as the LAN IP address of your router (192.168.0.1). The Secondary DNS is not needed or you may enter a DNS server from your ISP. Step 5 Click OK twice to save your settings. D-Link DAP-1160 User Manual...
Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11g and 802.11n specifications. Actual data throughput will vary. Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of network traffic, building materials and construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate. Environmental conditions will adversely affect wireless signal range. Range varies depending on country’s regulation. D-Link DAP-1160 User Manual...
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