D-Link DWL-6000AP User Manual

DWL-6000AP2.4 GHz / 5 GHz MultimodeManualBuilding Networks for PeopleD-LinkAirProWireless Access PointTM

10Wireless BasicsInstallation ConsiderationsDesigned to go up to 328 feet (100 meters) indoors, D-Link AirPro DWL-6000AP lets you access your network,

11Getting StartedAn Infrastructure wireless network contains an Access Point. TheInfrastructure Network example, shown here, contains the following D-

12Please remember that D-Link AirPro wireless devices are pre-configured to connecttogether, right out of the box, with the default settings.You will

13The Configuration Menu for the DWL-6000AP is web-based. The DWL-6000AP can be set up using any current web browser, i.e., Internet Explorer5.5 (or

14adminUsing the Configuration Menu(During configuration, please always remember to click Apply to save the changes.)Whenever you want to configure yo

15255.255.255.0Using the Configuration MenuHome > Wireless (continued)Wireless Band: Choose 802.11a or 802.11b. In the illustration shown,802.11a

16Using the Configuration MenuThe default Performance settings are shown in the illustration above.Wireless Band: Select 802.11a (up to 108 Mbps speed

17Using the Configuration MenuAdvanced > Filters > Wireless Access SettingsSelect the Wireless Band (802.11a or 802.11b)At the Access Control pu

18Using the Configuration MenuAdvanced > Filters > WLAN PartitionWireless Band: Select 802.11a or 802.11bInternal Station Connection: Click on

19Using the Configuration MenuAdvanced > EncryptionWEP: Select Enabled or Disabled (the default setting is Disabled)Wireless Band: Select 802.11a

2ContentsPackage Contents ...3Introduction...

20If you wish, youcan change yourpassword here.Keep a copy ofyour password ina safe place.Click Help at anytime if you needassistance.Click Apply if y

21Using the Configuration MenuTools > FirmwareClick Browse: select the updated firmware file that you downloaded fromsupport.dlink.comClick OK: af

22Using the Configuration MenuStatus > Device InfoThe Status>Device Infoscreen displays the configu-ration settings of yourcomputer.TFTP Program

23Displays thenetwork trafficstatistics for bothreceived andtransmittedcommunicationsthrough theEthernet port andwireless connec-tions associatedwith

24Using the Network Setup Wizard in Windows XPIn this section you will learn how to establish a network at home or work,using Microsoft Windows XP.Not

25Please follow all the instructions in this window:Networking BasicsClick NextIn the following window, select the best description of your computer.

26Enter a Computer description and a Computer name (optional.)Networking BasicsClick NextEnter a Workgroup name. All computers on your network should

27Please wait while the Network Setup Wizard applies the changes.Networking BasicsWhen the changes are complete, click Next.Please wait while the Netw

28Networking BasicsIn the window below, select the option that fits your needs. In this example, Createa Network Setup Disk has been selected. You w

29Networking BasicsPlease read the information under Here’s how in the screen below. After you com-plete the Network Setup Wizard you will use the Ne

3Contents of Package:•D-Link AirPro DWL-6000AP2.4GHz/5GHz Multimode Wireless Access Point• Power Adapter – 5V DC, 2.5A• Manual on CD• Quick Installati

30Networking BasicsPlease read the information on this screen, then click Finish to complete theNetwork Setup Wizard.The new settings will take effect

31Networking BasicsNaming your ComputerTo name your computer, please follow these directions:In Windows XP:Click Start (in the lower left corner of t

32Networking BasicsNaming your ComputerIn this window, enter theComputer nameSelect Workgroup and enterthe name of the WorkgroupAll computers on your

33Networking BasicsChecking the IP Address in Windows XPAssigning a Static IP Address in Windows XP/2000Note: Residential Gateways/Broadband Routers

34Networking BasicsAssigning a Static IP Address in Windows XP/2000Double-click onNetworkConnectionsDouble-click onPropertiesRight-click on Local A

35Networking BasicsAssigning a Static IP Addressin Windows XP/2000Click on Internet Protocol(TCP/IP)Click Properties Input your IP address andsubnet

36Networking BasicsAssigning a Static IP Address with Macintosh OSXGo to the Apple Menu and se-lect System PreferencescClick on NetworkSelect Bu

37Networking BasicsSelecting a Dynamic IP Address with Macintosh OSXGo to the Apple Menu and selectSystem PreferencesClick on NetworkSelect Buil

38Networking BasicsChecking the Wireless Connection by Pinging in Windows XP and 2000Go to Start > Run >type cmd. A windowsimilar to this onewi

39Networking BasicsAdding and Sharing Printers in Windows XPAfter you have run the Network Setup Wizard on all the computers in yournetwork (please se

4IntroductionThe new D-Link AirPro DWL-6000AP Multimode Wireless Access Point is amultimode access point that simultaneously serves both 802.11a wirel

40Networking BasicsAdding a local printer (a printer connected directly to a computer)A printer that is not shared on the network and is connected dir

41Networking BasicsAdding a local printerClick NextSelect Local printerattached to thiscomputer(Deselect Automati-cally detect and installmy Plug and

42Networking BasicsAdding a local printerSelect and highlightthe correct driver foryour printer.Click Next(If the correct driver isnot displayed, inse

43Networking BasicsAdding a local printerThis screen gives you information about your printer.Click FinishWhen the test page has printed,Click OK

44Networking BasicsAdding a local printerGo to Start> Printersand FaxesA successful installation will displaythe printer icon as shown at right.You

45Networking BasicsSharing a network printerClick onAdd a printerClick NextSelectNetwork PrinterClick Next

46Networking BasicsSharing a network printerSelect Browse fora printerClick NextSelect the printer youwould like to shareClick NextClick Finish

47Networking BasicsSharing a network printerTo check for properinstallation:Go to Start > Printersand FaxesThe printer icon will appear at right,in

48Networking BasicsSharing an LPR printerTo share an LPR printer (using a print server,) you will need a Print Server such asthe DP-101P+. Please mak

49Networking BasicsSharing an LPR printerSelect Create a new portFrom the pull-down menu,select Standard TCP/IPPort, as shown.Click NextPlease read th

5The DWL-6000AP is compatible with most popular operating systems, includingMacintosh, Linux and Windows, and can be easily integrated into a large ne

50Networking BasicsSharing an LPR printerIn this screen,select CustomClick SettingsEnter the PortName and thePrinter Nameor IP Address.Select LPREnter

51Networking BasicsSharing an LPR printerClick NextSelect Keep existing driverIf the printer driver is already installed,do the following:Click Have D

52Networking BasicsSharing an LPR printerNote: You must run the Network Setup Wizard on all the computers on your network beforeyou run the Add Print

531.The computer used to configure the DWL-6000AP cannot access the Configuration menu.• Check that the Ethernet LED on the DWL-6000AP is ON. Ifthe

542. The wireless client cannot access the Internet in the Infrastructure mode.Make sure the wireless client is associated and joined with the corr

55Troubleshooting3. Check that the drivers for the network adapters are installed properly.You may be using different network adapters than thos

56Troubleshooting••••• Double-click on NetworkAdapters••••• Right-click on D-LinkAirPro DWL-A650Wireless CardbusAdapter••••• Select Properties tocheck

57Troubleshooting4. What variables may cause my wireless products to lose reception?D-Link products let you access your network from virtually anywhe

587. Resetting the DWL-6000AP to Factory Default SettingsAfter you have tried other methods for troubleshooting your network, youmay choose to Reset

59•Technical Specifications••••••••••••StandardsIEEE 802.11bIEEE 802.11aIEEE 802.3 and IEEE 802.3uIEEE 802.3xPorts(1) 10/100Base-T Ethernet, RJ-45 (UT

6• Supports easy firmware upgrade• AP Manager on the Installation CD• Supports AP Discover and easy IP Configuration• Bulk Firmware upgrade• Bulk d

60Humidity:• 5%-95%, non-condensingEmissions:• FCC part 15b• UL1950-3Physical Dimensions:• L = 9.25 inches• W = 6.25 inches• H = 1.50 inches802.

61• 5dBi dipole antenna with diversityModulation Techniques:• BPSK• QPSK802.11b SpecificationsData Rates:• 1, 2, 5.5, 11, 22MbpsData Security:• 6

62You can find software updates and user documentation on the D-Link website.D-Link provides free technical support for customers within the United S

63Subject to the terms and conditions set forth herein, D-Link Systems, Inc. (“D-Link”) provides this Limitedwarranty for its product only to the pers

64After an RMA number is issued, the defective product must be packaged securely in theoriginal or other suitable shipping package to ensure that it w

65Governing Law: This Limited Warranty shall be governed by the laws of the State of California. Somestates do not allow exclusion or limitation of i

7LEDSLED stands for Light-Emitting Diode. The DWL-6000AP Wireless AccessPoint has 5 Green LEDs as shown below:LEDLED ActivityPowerA steady light ind

8Wireless Basicsmore efficiently. Increased mobility and the absence of cabling and otherfixed infrastructure have proven to be beneficial for many us

9Wireless BasicsThe DWL-6000AP is compatible with the D-Link AirPro 802.11a family ofproducts, which include:♦ 5GHz Wireless Cardbus Adapters used wit