D Link Network Router DWL 1800 User Manual

D-Link AirPremier  
DWL-1800  
Wireless Outdoor Bridge  
User’s Manual  
First Edition (July 2002)  
Printed in Taiwan  
RECYCLABLE  
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3.2 Configuration Utility Modes................................................................19  
3.2.1 Unit Configuration Mode .................................................................20  
3.2.1.1 The Control Window.....................................................................21  
3.2.1.2 Application Control Buttons ..........................................................23  
3.2.1.3 Configuration Utility Tabs .............................................................24  
3.2.2 Firmware Upgrade Mode..................................................................37  
3.2.2.1 Advanced TFTP Settings ...............................................................40  
3.2.3 Multiple Unit Configuration Mode....................................................41  
3.3 Resetting the SNMP Community Strings ..............................................42  
3.4 Reloading Factory Default Settings......................................................42  
4. System Troubleshooting....................................................................... 43  
4.1 Troubleshooting Guide .......................................................................43  
5. Technical Specifications ....................................................................... 45  
5.1 Supported Standards ...........................................................................45  
5.2 Configuration and Management...........................................................45  
5.3 Radio .................................................................................................45  
5.4 Range ................................................................................................46  
5.5 Security .............................................................................................46  
5.6 Outdoor Unit-to-Indoor Unit Communication.......................................46  
5.7 Interfaces...........................................................................................46  
5.8 Electrical............................................................................................47  
5.9 Mechanical Dimensions ......................................................................48  
5.10 Environmental..................................................................................48  
5.11 Standards Compliance, General.........................................................48  
APPENDIX A. DWL-1800 FAQ ................................................................. 49  
General.......................................................................................................49  
Collocation .................................................................................................51  
Performance...............................................................................................52  
Firmware....................................................................................................53  
Configuration..............................................................................................54  
Management...............................................................................................55  
APPENDIX B. PREPARING THE INDOOR TO OUTDOOR CABLE... 56  
APPENDIX C. RADIO SIGNAL PROPAGATION................................... 57  
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TABLE OF FIGURES  
Figure 1: DWL-1800 Point-to-Multipoint Application .....................................2  
Figure 2: General Installation Scheme - Pole Mounting ...................................5  
Figure 3: Holes/Grooves/Screw Holes........................................................10  
Figure 4: 3” Pole Mounting Installation Using the Supplied Brackets.............11  
Figure 5: The Waterproof Seal.....................................................................11  
Figure 6: Wall Mounting the Indoor Unit ......................................................13  
Figure 7: Indoor Unit Bottom Panel..............................................................13  
Figure 8: Indoor Unit Top Panel...................................................................14  
Figure 9: DWL-1800 Configuration Utility Main Window (Station Control Tab)  
..................................................................................................................21  
Figure 10: The Set IP Dialog Box.................................................................22  
Figure 11: Station Status Tab.......................................................................24  
Figure 12: IP Parameters Tab.......................................................................25  
Figure 13: SNMP Parameters Tab................................................................26  
Figure 14: Counters Tab (BU Units).............................................................27  
Figure 15: Counters Tab (RB Units).............................................................27  
Figure 16: WLAN Parameters Tab (BU Units)..............................................29  
Figure 17: WLAN Parameters Tab (RB Units)..............................................30  
Figure 18: The Station Control Tab..............................................................33  
Figure 19: Security Tab...............................................................................34  
Figure 20: Advanced Tab.............................................................................35  
Figure 21: Trap Monitor Tab........................................................................37  
Figure 22: Firmware Upgrade Mode dialog box............................................38  
Figure 23: Firmware Upgrade Process..........................................................39  
Figure 24:Advanced TFTP Setup dialog box................................................40  
Figure 25: Multiple Configuration Mode dialog box......................................41  
Figure 26: Ethernet Connector Pin Assignments .........................................56  
Figure 27: A Typical Radio System............................................................ 577  
Figure 28:Attenuation of an RF signal....................................................... 588  
Figure 29: Radiation Pattern of Directional Antenna......................................60  
Figure 30:Multipath Reception....................................................................62  
Figure 31: Fresnel Zone...............................................................................63  
Figure 32:Fresnel Zone Clear of Obstacles...................................................64  
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TABLE OF TABLES  
Table 1: Indoor Unit LEDs ..........................................................................16  
Table 2: Outdoor Unit LEDs........................................................................17  
Table 3: Regulatory Domains Specifications .................................................32  
Table 4: Frequency List............................................................................. 321  
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1. INTRODUCTION  
1.1 Using this Guide  
This User's Manual provides instructions for planning and setting up a Wireless link  
based on the D-Link Air Premier DWL-1800 Series wireless base unit and remote  
bridge.  
Chapter 1: Introduction - Explains how to use this manual and presents the  
D-Link Air Premier DWL-1800 series.  
Chapter 2: Installation - Describes how to install the units.  
Chapter 3: The DWL-1800 Series Configuration Utility- Describes how to use  
the DWL-1800 Configuration Utility to setup, configure, and manage D-Link Air  
Premier DWL-1800 series units.  
Chapter 4: System Troubleshooting - Solves some of the more common problems  
which may occur when installing and using the D-Link Air Premier DWL-1800  
products.  
Chapter 5: Software Download Procedure - Explains how to perform software  
upgrades using a TFTP application.  
Chapter 6: Technical Specifications - Lists the technical specifications for the  
D-Link Air Premier DWL-1800 series units.  
Appendix A: DWL-1800 FAQ- Answers questions frequently asked by customers.  
Appendix B: Preparing the Indoor to Outdoor Cable: Explains how to prepare  
and install the cable connecting the indoor to the outdoor unit.  
Appendix C: Radio Signal Propagation - Explains many of the terms and  
concepts related to antennas and RF (Radio Frequency) systems.  
1.2 System Description  
1.2.1 General  
The D-Link AirPremier DWL-1800 Wireless Base Unit (DWL-1800B) and  
Wireless Remote Bridge (DWL-1800R) are designed to provide long-range  
point-to-multipoint links for outdoor applications. The products use direct sequence  
spread spectrum radio technology operating at the frequency range of 2.4 – 2.4835  
GHz, a part of the FCC's unlicensed Industrial, Scientific, Medical (ISM) band.  
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Data is transmitted at rates of up to 11 Mbps, providing network users with full  
10BaseT Ethernet speeds.  
1.2.2 D-Link AirPremier DWL-1800 Functional  
Description  
The D-Link Air Premier DWL-1800Series, DWL-1800B (BU) and  
DWL-1800R(RB), can be used as high-speed connections between two or more  
remote networks.  
Mail  
Server  
File  
Server  
Central Network  
DWL-1800B (BU)  
DWL-1800R (RB)  
DWL-1800R (RB) DWL-1800R (RB)  
Server  
Server  
Server  
Remote Network 3  
Remote Network 1  
Remote Network 2  
Figure 1: DWL-1800 Point-to-Multipoint Application  
1.2.2.1 DWL-1800B (BU) Wireless Base Unit  
The DWL-1800B is an IEEE 802.11b compliant base station that connects one or  
more remote sites to a central server or Internet connection. In a point-to-multi-point  
configuration the DWL-1800B is the central unit while in point-to-point  
configurations it should be installed at one end of the link.  
The DWL-1800B is the basic unit, equipped with an antenna integrated into the  
front cover of the outdoor unit.  
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1.2.2.2 DWL-1800R (RB) Wireless Bridge  
The DWL-1800 Wireless Bridge connects a remote Ethernet network to a central  
network server or Internet site via a DWL-1800 Multipoint Base .  
The maximum number of MAC addresses that the unit can handle at any specific  
time is 1024 and the Aging algorithm is applied at all times.  
When a station on the Ethernet LAN sends a message that is not destined for a local  
station, the DWL-1800R forwards the message to the DWL-1800B. When the  
DWL-1800B receives a message destined for a station on the DWL-1800R's LAN,  
the DWL-1800B wirelessly forwards it to the DWL-1800R. In this manner, the  
DWL-1800R and the DWL-1800B work together like a standard network bridge.  
The first time each station on the DWL-1800R’s LAN sends a message, the station’s  
address is registered by both the DWL-1800R and the DWL-1800B. It is possible  
for the DWL-1800R and DWL-1800B to store all the addresses necessary to support  
an entire LAN connected to a DWL-1800R.  
The DWL-1800R is the basic unit, equipped with an antenna integrated into the  
front cover of the outdoor unit.  
1.2.3 D-Link AirPremier DWL-1800 Compatibility and  
Standards  
D-Link Air Premier DWL-1800 products are compatible with the following  
standards and are interoperable with other IEEE 802.11b compatible, 2.4 GHz direct  
sequence products.  
?? IEEE 802.11b Wireless LAN.  
?? IEEE 802.3 10BaseT Ethernet.  
?? DHCP for automatic IP address assignment.  
?? SNMP for system management.  
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2. INSTALLATION  
2.1 Packing List  
Verify that all of the following items are included with the unit:  
?? Indoor unit.  
?? Outdoor unit (includes integrated antenna).  
?? Pole mounting kit for the Outdoor unit (includes two brackets and four  
sets of screws, nuts and washers).  
?? 110/220 VAC Power Cord.  
?? 20 meter Indoor-to-Outdoor cable.  
?? 3 shielded RJ-45 connectors.  
?? Configuration Utility CD including manual.  
2.2 Installation Overview  
1. Select appropriate locations for the outdoor unit, the antenna and  
the Indoor unit.  
2. Mount the outdoor unit.  
3. Connect a ground cable from the outdoor unit to an appropriate  
grounding point.  
4. Connect the Indoor-to-Outdoor cable to the outdoor unit and route it  
to the location selected for the indoor unit. Refer to Appendix B for  
instructions on preparing the Indoor-to-Outdoor cable.  
5. Mount the indoor unit. Connect the Indoor-to-Outdoor cable to the  
indoor unit’s Radio port.  
6. Connect the indoor unit’s Ethernet port to the user’s network  
using an Ethernet cable.  
7. Configure the unit’s parameters.  
8. Align the antenna and verify connectivity with any other units.  
NOTE: The indoor unit should be connected to the power source only  
after it has been connected to the outdoor unit.  
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Figure 2: General Installation Scheme - Pole Mounting  
NOTE: Use a straight Ethernet cable to connect the indoor unit to a hub, or  
use a crossed cable to connect it directly to a PC’s Network Interface  
Card (NIC).  
2.3 Outdoor Installation Considerations  
This chapter describes various considerations to take into account when planning an  
outdoor installation including site selection, antenna alignment, antenna  
polarization and cell size.  
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2.3.1 Collocating DWL-1800 Outdoor Units  
Up to three DWL-1800B units with integrated antennas (the exact number depends on  
the number of non-overlapping channels available in the relevant regulatory domain)  
can be collocated on the same building top or tower. Collocating more then three units  
may decrease performance depending upon the type of antenna and its direction. Each  
unit should be assigned to one of the non-overlapping channels: 1, 7, or 13 in ETSI or  
1, 6 or 11 in FCC.  
2.3.2 Site Selection Factors  
When selecting a location for outdoor units and external antennas, remember to take  
into consideration the following guidelines:  
?? Minimum distance between sites.  
?? Maximum height above the ground.  
?? Maximum line of sight clearance.  
Path of Clearest Propagation  
A propagation path is the path that signals traverse between the antennas of any two  
units. The “line” between two antenna sites is an imaginary straight line, which may  
be drawn between the two antennas. Any obstacles in the path of the “line” degrade  
the propagation path. The best propagation path is, therefore, a clear line of sight  
with good clearance between the “line” and any physical obstacle.  
Physical Obstacles  
Any buildings or other physical structures such as trees, mountains or other  
geographic features higher than the antenna and situated in the path between the two  
sites can constitute obstructions and cause signal attenuation. Install outdoor  
antennas high enough to avoid any obstacles, which may block the signal.  
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Path Loss  
Path loss is determined mainly by several factors:  
?? Distance between sites – Path loss is lower and system performance  
better when distances between sites are shorter.  
?? Clearance – Path loss is minimized when there exists a clear line of  
sight. The number, location, size, and makeup of obstacles determine  
their contribution to path loss.  
?? Antenna height – Path loss is lower when antennas are positioned  
higher. Antenna height is the distance from the imaginary line  
connecting the antennas at the two sites to ground level. Ground level in  
an open area is the actual ground. In dense urban areas, ground level is  
the average height of the buildings between the antenna sites.  
2.3.3 Rooftop Installation  
Rooftop installations offer several advantages:  
?? Fewer obstacles in the path.  
?? Improved performance due to greater height.  
2.3.4 Antennas for Outdoor Applications  
The D-Link AirPremier DWL-1800 series can be used in point-to-point or  
point-to-multipoint configurations.  
Point-to-Point  
The DWL-1800B/DWL-1800R is equipped with a directional antenna. The required  
antenna gain depends on the required range and performance.  
Point-to-Multipoint  
Setting up a point-to-multipoint link requires the use of a base unit equipped with an  
integrated antenna and at least two remote units also equipped with integrated  
antennas.  
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2.3.5 Antenna Polarization  
Antenna polarization must be the same at both ends of the link. In most applications,  
the preferred orientation is vertical polarization, which is best for above ground  
propagation.  
2.3.6 Cell Size/Link Distance  
Cell size is determined by the maximum possible distance between the DWL-1800B  
and a DWL-1800R unit. For open outdoor areas with an unobstructed line of sight  
between the BU-DWL-1800B and the DWL-1800R units, the suggested maximum  
distance is up to 6 miles (10Km) where ETSI is the regulatory domain and 15 Miles  
(25 Km) where FCC is the regulatory domain.  
2.3.7 Using Outdoor Range Tables  
Specific range tables, guidelines and information about extended cables can be  
obtained from your local dealer or the D-Link central offices.  
Outdoor installations must have a clear line-of-sight between antennas. Solid  
obstacles such as buildings or hills can prevent the establishment of a link while  
partial obstacles such as trees or traffic can reduce range. Extended coaxial cables  
can cause an increase in signal loss and a reduction in range.  
2.3.8 Precautions  
NOTE: Outdoor units and antennas should be installed ONLY by experienced antenna  
installation professionals who are familiar with local building and safety codes  
and, wherever applicable, are licensed by the appropriate government  
regulatory authorities.  
The system complies with the ETS 300 385 standard and is protected against  
secondary lightning strikes when its outdoor unit is properly grounded  
according to the applicable country-specific industry standards for protection  
against lightning. The system complies with EN 61000-4-5, test level 3 (2kV).  
Failure to do so may void the D-Link Air Premier DWL-1800 Product  
Warranty and may expose the end user to legal and financial liabilities. D-Link  
and its resellers or distributors are not liable for injury, damage or violation of  
government regulations associated with the installation of detached antennas.  
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2.3.9 Compliance with Radio Regulations  
Regulations regarding maximum antenna gains vary from country to country. It is  
the responsibility of the end user to operate within the limits of these regulations as  
well as to ensure that the professional installer is aware of these regulations.  
Violation of government regulations exposes the end user to legal and financial liabilities.  
D-Link , its resellers and distributors shall not be liable for expense or damage incurred as  
a result of installations that exceed local transmit power limitations.  
2.4 Installing the Outdoor Unit  
The outdoor unit can be secured to the pole using one of the following options:  
?? Special brackets sets (supplied with each unit). There are two pairs of  
screw holes on the units, allowing the use of the brackets with various  
pole widths.  
?? U-bolts - size A (inner installation holes, up to 2" pole).  
?? U-bolt - size B (outside installation holes, up to 3" pole).  
?? Metal bands (9/16” wide, minimum 12” long).  
Figure 3 shows the locations of the holes, grooves and screw holes on the back of  
the unit.  
Figure 4 illustrates the method of installing a unit on a pole using the supplied  
brackets.  
NOTE: Make sure to install the unit with the bottom panel (the panel with the signal  
strength bar and LEDs) facing downward.  
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Figure 3: Holes/Grooves/Screw Holes  
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Figure 4: 3” Pole Mounting Installation Using the Supplied Brackets  
NOTE: When inserting the open-ended screws, make sure to insert them with the  
grooves pointing outwards; these grooves are intended to allow fastening of the  
screws with a screwdriver.  
2.4.1 Connecting the Ground and Antenna Cables  
The Ground terminal (marked ) is located on the bottom panel of the outdoor unit.  
1. Connect one end of the grounding cable to the Ground terminal and  
connect the other end to a good ground connection.  
2.4.2 Connecting the Indoor-to-Outdoor Cable  
1. Remove the two screws holding the waterproof seal to the outdoor unit  
and remove the waterproof seal.  
2. Unscrew the top nut from the waterproof seal.  
Figure 5: The Waterproof Seal  
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3. Route a straight, uncrimped Ethernet cable (8-wire, 24 AWG) through  
both the top nut and the waterproof seal.  
NOTE: The 8-wire cable should be shielded.  
4. Insert and crimp the RJ-45 connector. Refer to Appendix B for  
instructions on preparing the RJ-45 cable connector.  
5. Connect the Ethernet cable to the Outdoor unit RJ-45 connector.  
6. Replace the waterproof seal and then the top nut. Make sure that the  
external jack of the cable is well inside the waterproof seal to guarantee a  
good seal.  
7. Route the cable to the location selected for the Indoor unit.  
2.5 Installing the Indoor Unit  
Route the Indoor-to-Outdoor cable into the building so that it conveniently reaches  
the indoor unit while avoiding interference sources. It is recommended that the  
cable be a little longer then necessary. The cable is supplied open ended so it can be  
conveniently threaded as shown into the building.  
1. Remove the wall-mounting bracket clipped to the back of the indoor unit  
and mount it on a wall as shown in Figure 6. Mount the indoor unit on  
the mounting bracket.  
2. Assemble an RJ-45 connector with a protective cover on the indoor side  
of the Indoor-to-Outdoor cable. Refer to Appendix B for instructions on  
preparing the RJ-45 cable connector.  
3. Connect the Indoor-to-Outdoor cable to the Radio connector, located on  
the top panel of the indoor unit shown in Figure 8 on page 14. The  
Indoor-to-Outdoor cable should be connected to the unit before the unit  
is connected to the mains power.  
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Figure 6: Wall Mounting the Indoor Unit  
NOTE: The color codes of the power cable are:  
brown  
phase ~  
blue  
neutral 0  
grounding  
yellow/green  
4. After connecting the outdoor unit to the indoor unit using the  
Indoor-to-Outdoor cable, connect the power cord to the unit’s AC  
socket, located on the bottom panel shown in Figure 7. Connect the other  
end of the power cord to the AC mains after verifying that the unit is  
rated for the voltage in the country of use; the AC rating is indicated on  
the bottom panel of the Indoor unit.  
Figure 7: Indoor Unit Bottom Panel  
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5. Verify that the yellow POWER LED located on the top panel is lit,  
indicating that the unit is supplying power to the radio port.  
Figure 8: Indoor Unit Top Panel  
6. Connect the 10BaseT connector to the network. The cable connection  
should be straight Ethernet if connecting the Indoor unit to a Hub and a  
crossed cable if connecting it directly to a PC Network Interface Card  
(NIC).  
NOTE: The length of the Ethernet cable connecting the indoor unit to the  
user's equipment, together with the length of the Indoor-to-Outdoor  
cable, should not exceed 90 meters.  
2.5.1 Configuring Parameters  
Before aligning the antenna, certain key parameters must be configured to  
enable connectivity with linked units.  
See Unit Configuration Mode on page 209 for more information.  
2.5.2 Antenna Alignment  
Usually, low gain antennas do not require alignment due to their very wide radiation  
pattern. High gain antennas, including the integral antenna of DWL-1800 units,  
have a narrow beamwidth necessitating an alignment procedure in order to optimize  
the link.  
Check the antenna alignment by using the RSSI bar on the bottom panel of the  
DWL-1800R unit.  
To align the antenna:  
1. Confirm that the units at both ends of the link are receiving power.  
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2. Synchronize the units by aligning the antennas at the central and remote  
sites until maximum signal quality is obtained. Check the signal quality  
RSSI bar on the bottom panel of the DWL-1800R. The first LED lights  
red to indicate that the unit is working. The remaining nine LEDs light  
green to indicate the signal strength. The stronger the signal, the more  
LEDs are lit. Rotate the antenna to the left or right until you reach the  
point of maximum RSSI reading. Make sure that at all times the front of  
the antenna faces the general direction of the DWL-1800B.  
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2.6 Verifying Correct Operation  
2.6.1 Verifying Correct Operation of the Indoor Unit  
To verify proper operation, check the LED indicators located on the top panel of the  
indoor unit as shown in Figure 8 on page 14, and as described in Table 1.  
Name  
Description  
Functionality  
POWER Power indication  
Green - 48VDC is present on the Radio  
RJ45 port.  
Off - No power is supplied to the Radio  
RJ45 port.  
LINK  
Self Test and Ethernet  
Link indication  
The LINK LED indicates end-to-end  
connection between the outdoor unit and  
the Ethernet connection to the indoor  
unit.  
Off – No Ethernet connectivity has been  
detected between the outdoor unit and  
the device connected to the indoor unit.  
Orange– Self-test passed and Ethernet  
connection is confirmed by the Outdoor  
unit (Ethernet integrity check passed).  
Table 1: Indoor Unit LEDs  
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2.6.2 Verifying Correct Operation of the Outdoor Unit  
To verify proper operation, check the LED indicators located on the bottom panel of  
the outdoor unit.  
Name  
Description  
Functionality  
WLAN  
Wireless Link  
Indicator  
Blinking Green – Data received or  
transmitted on the wireless link. Blinking  
rate is slower when there is less wireless  
traffic.  
DC Power Self Test and Power Green – Power is available and self test  
indication  
passed.  
Red – Self test failed. Firmware did not  
load successfully.  
ETH  
Ethernet activity/  
connectivity indication  
OFF –Ethernet connectivity is OK.  
No traffic activity detected on the port.  
Blinking Green –Ethernet connectivity is  
OK, with traffic on the port.  
Red – No Ethernet connectivity. When  
this state occurs, check the Ethernet cable  
and Indoor-to-Outdoor cable connections.  
RSSI  
BAR  
DWL-1800R: Received Signal Strength  
Indication  
DWL-1800B: Number of associated  
RB-DWL-1800R units  
Table 2: Outdoor Unit LEDs  
What to do if the Self Test fails  
If the Self-Test failed (DC Power LED light remains red), try the following:  
?? Reset unit (Disconnect/reconnect the power).  
?? Check the Indoor-to-Outdoor cable.  
?? Reset to factory defaults (see page 42).  
?? Contact technical support.  
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3. THE D-LINK AIRPREMIER DWL-1800  
CONFIGURATION UTILITY  
The D-Link Air Premier DWL-1800 Configuration Utility is an SNMP-based utility  
that provides a consistent view of the wireless network. The system administrator  
can use the D-Link AirPremier DWL-1800 Configuration Utility to control a large  
number of DWL-1800 units from a single location. The Configuration Utility can be  
used to manage DWL-1800B(BU) and DWL-1800R (RB)units as well as other  
members of the D-Link wireless family including D-Link Air and Air Plus Series  
i.e. DWL-900AP, DWL-900AP+, DWL-520, DWL-520+, DWL-650, DWL-650+.  
The description in this manual, however, is limited to management and  
configuration of DWL-1800B and DWL-1800R units.  
Using the Configuration Utility you can:  
?? Assign radio channels for optimal cell operation.  
?? Configure units with a specified IP address.  
?? Set the SNMP Read/Write Community strings.  
?? Verify the status of all units in the network.  
?? Configuration of a wide range of operational parameters, including  
WLAN, IP and Security parameters.  
?? View Tx and Rx counters.  
?? Obtain general information such as the Firmware version and system  
name.  
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3.1 Installing and Running the Configuration  
Utility  
The Configuration Utility is provided for installation on a 3.5” diskette.  
1. Insert the provided diskette into the computer where you wish to  
install the Configuration Utility.  
2. Run Brzmgr mgr.exe.  
3. Follow all instructions until you are informed that the Utility was  
installed successfully.  
4. Run the Configuration Utility from the Start menu by selecting it in  
the D-Link AirPremier DWL-1800 Configuration Utility folder under  
Programs.  
3.2 Configuration Utility Modes  
There are several D-Link AirPremier DWL-1800 Configuration Utility modes of  
operation; these options are selected via the Mode menu in the configuration utility  
main window (shown below). The selected mode(s) is indicated by a check mark in  
the menu.  
?? Unit configuration - This is the default mode and is used for setting  
parameters as detailed in this manual.  
?? Firmware upgrade – Used for upgrading the embedded software in  
managed units; refer to Section 3.2.2 for instructions on using this  
feature.  
?? Multiple configuration – Used for setting configuration parameters for  
more than one unit simultaneously; refer to Section 3.2.3 for  
instructions on using this feature.  
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?? Trap quick view- When set to this mode, the PC (if set as described in  
Section 3.2.1.3.3) switches automatically to the Trap Monitor tab when  
Unit Configuration mode is selected.  
3.2.1 Unit Configuration Mode  
The Control Window Section  
In this section, you can:  
?? Discover the units that are connected to the network.  
?? View DWL-1800 units that have been discovered by their IP address.  
?? Select the units you wish to manage.  
?? Locate units behind a router that cannot be detected by the autodiscovery  
feature  
?? Assign unit IP addresses based on unit MAC addresses.  
?? Set the SNMP Community string.  
If there are many units in the managed network, you can enlarge the list box by  
clicking on the horizontal line above the list; click again to toggle back the default  
display state. The list box also displays the Location of each unit, as set in the  
Station Status dialog box (see Section 3.2.1.3.1).  
The Tabs Section  
This section consists of several tabs, each containing parameters required for the  
management of the selected unit; the number of tabs displayed varies between the  
type of managed unit. The different tabs are described in the following sections.  
When you switch between the tabs, the unit selection section with the selected unit  
address remains displayed.  
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Control  
Window  
Tabs  
Section  
Figure 9: D-Link AirPremier DWL-1800 Configuration Utility Main Window (Station  
Control Tab)  
3.2.1.1 The Control Window  
3.2.1.1.1 Selecting Units  
You can select a unit to manage in one of the following ways:  
?? Click the Network Autodiscovery button. All the IP addresses of units in  
the same domain but not hidden behind a router (under the selected  
community) are displayed in the list box underneath the button. Click on  
an address to select the corresponding unit for viewing and  
configuration.  
?? Type the unit's IP address in the Locate Unit field (for stations which are  
located behind a router) and click  
information to the selection list.  
. This will add the unit  
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3.2.1.1.2 Setting the SNMP Community String  
Type the known Read/Write Community string in the Community field (the default  
string is public for read and private for read/write) and click the  
confirm.  
button to  
3.2.1.1.3 Assigning and Editing IP Addresses Manually (based on MAC  
addresses)  
1. Click the Set IP button. The Set IP dialog box appears.  
Figure 10: The Set IP Dialog Box  
2. Type the parameters in the appropriate fields and click OK; the MAC  
address is shown on the bottom label of the Indoor and Outdoor units. A  
message box is displayed notifying you when the changes are to take  
affect. This feature can be used only if the D-Link AirPremier  
DWL-1800 Configuration Utility is on the same Ethernet segment as the  
unit and not behind the router.  
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NOTE:In order to see the unit after assigning the IP address, the PC with  
the Configuration utility should be on the same IP subnet as the  
assigned IP address.  
Units receive auto IP address if there is no DHCP server and the unit  
is configured to work in the Smart mode as described in Section  
3.2.1.3.2. The IP address will be chosen randomly in the 169.254.x.x  
range with a subnet mask of 255.255.0.0.  
3.2.1.2 Application Control Buttons  
The following buttons always appear at the bottom of the Configuration Utility  
window. Additional buttons, specific to certain tabs, are explained when relevant.  
?? Hide to Tray – Minimizes the application into the  
icon, placed in  
the Windows task bar (at the bottom of the Windows desktop). To  
restore the application, click the icon.  
?? Apply – Implements any changes you made.  
?? Refresh– Refreshes the window with the most recent data from the unit.  
?? Cancel – Closes the window without implementing any changes you  
made.  
.
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3.2.1.3 Configuration Utility Tabs  
3.2.1.3.1 Station Status Tab  
The Station Status tab displays general information regarding the unit's firmware  
and hardware versions as well as general unit address information.  
Figure 11: Station Status Tab  
?? System Name - The name of the selected unit.  
?? Location - A user-defined description of the location of the selected  
unit, up to 28 ASCII characters long (optional).  
?? MAC Address - MAC address of the selected unit.  
?? Firmware - The current firmware version.  
?? BSS Address (DWL-1800R units only) - Defines the MAC address of  
the BSS, which is the DWL-1800B the unit is associated with.  
3.2.1.3.2 IP Parameters Tab  
The IP Parameters tab allows you to define or edit the IP parameters of units.  
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Figure 12: IP Parameters Tab  
?? IP Address - The IP address of the selected unit.  
?? Subnet mask - The Subnet mask of the selected unit.  
?? Default gateway - The default gateway of the selected unit.  
?? DHCP - Sets the way your system utilizes the Dynamic Host  
Configuration Protocol (DHCP, used for automatic IP assignment).  
Always - The system searches for a DHCP server each time the unit  
is turned on.  
Smart - The system searches for a DHCP server only if no IP  
address was assigned. If an IP address was assigned manually, the  
system will not search for a DHCP server.  
Never - The system never searches for a DHCP server.  
The default value is Smart.  
NOTE: When the unit is configured to use a DHCP server and none exists, the unit will  
assign itself an automatic class B address in the range 169.254.X.X; this can be  
used with Auto Discovery when the MAC address is not available.  
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3.2.1.3.3 SNMP Parameters Tab  
The SNMP parameters tab allows you to define or edit the SNMP community  
strings and the SNMP-related parameters.  
Figure 13: SNMP Parameters Tab  
?? Read - The read-only community string of the unit. Default is public.  
?? Read/Write - The read/write community string of the unit. Default is  
private. This value is displayed as asterisks for security purposes.  
?? Trap Host IP Address - The IP address of the host to which SNMP  
traps are sent.  
Click the  
icon directly beneath this field to apply the defined Trap Host  
IP address.  
Click the  
icon directly beneath this field to disable the sending of traps  
(inserts a value of 255.255.255.255).  
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3.2.1.3.4 Counters Tab  
Figure 14: Counters Tab (BU/DWL-1800B Units)  
Figure 15: Counters Tab (RB/DWL-1800R Units)  
Using the Counters windows, you can view a wide range of performance data at  
both sides of the link. For RB units, you can monitor the received signal strength  
through the RSSI (Received Signal Strength Indication) bar indicator at the bottom  
of the window. This RSSI bar can be used to optimize antenna alignment and  
improve link quality.  
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Additional performance counters displayed in this window include the following.  
To obtain a graph that displays the counter values, select a counter and drag it to the  
icon.  
?? Tx Counters  
Tx Fragments - The number of transmitted frames. The count includes data,  
control, management frames and the number of retransmissions of data  
frames (for example, if the same data frame is retransmitted ten times then the  
count will increase ten times).  
Tx Frames - The number of frames transmitted to the wireless media. The  
count includes the first transmission of data frames (without retransmissions),  
and the number of control and management frames.  
Multicast Tx Frames- The number of transmitted multicast frames.  
Retry Count - The number of retransmissions.  
Multiple Retry - This counter is incremented when a packet is successfully  
transmitted after more than one retransmission.  
Failed Count - This counter is incremented when a packet is not transmitted  
successfully due to the number of transmit attempts exceeding either the  
Short Retry Limit or Long Retry Limit.  
?? Rx Counters  
Rx Fragments - The number of frames received, including data, control, and  
duplicate data frames.  
Multicast Rx - The number of received multicast frames.  
FCS Error - The number of CRC errors, in addition to the percentage of  
CRC errors out of the total frames.  
Frame Duplicate - The number of duplicate frames that were sent or  
received.  
?? Link Counters  
The Tx Success and Tx Fail counters displayed at the end of the counters  
list are link-specific; to activate these counters for a specific link, select  
the MAC address of the unit at the other end of the link and click Apply.  
When you click the Reset Counters button, these counters are actually  
reset (unlike the other counters which are only reset on screen).  
Tx Success - The number of successfully sent Request To Send frames.  
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Tx Fail - The number of frames which the station failed to send.  
?? Resetting Counters  
You can reset the counters displayed in the Counters tab by clicking the Reset  
Counters button. All displayed values are reset to display zero.  
Note that this action does not reset the counters stored in the actual unit, but  
just resets the values displayed in the screen (an exception to this are the Link  
Counters). Therefore, if you exit the Counters tab, after performing a reset  
and reopen it at a later time the counter values are displayed to reflect the  
values stored in the unit. To reset the counters in the unit, turn off the unit and  
then turn it back on.  
3.2.1.3.5 WLAN Parameters Tab  
The WLAN parameters tab allows you to define or edit parameters related to the  
Wireless LAN environment in which the selected unit is operating. The window  
displayed varies depending on the type of unit selected.  
Figure 16: WLAN Parameters Tab (BU/DWL-1800B)  
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Figure 17: WLAN Parameters Tab (RB/DWL-1800R)  
?? Regulatory Domain - Displays the regulatory authorities in the relevant  
country of use (e.g., Canada, ETSI, FCC, Japan).  
?? Power - Displays the current output power level at the antenna port.  
?? ESSID - An ASCII string of up to 32 characters used to identify a  
WLAN that prevents the unintentional merging of two co-located  
WLANs. It is essential that the ESSID is set to the same value in all  
Remote Bridges and Base Units that should communicate with each  
other. The ESSID field is case-sensitive.  
?? Maximum data rate - By default, the unit adaptively selects the highest  
possible rate for transmission. Under certain conditions (for range/speed  
trade-off) you may decide not to use the higher rates. Possible values are  
2, 5.5 or 11 Mbps. The default value is 11 Mbps.  
?? Transmit diversity - The antenna diversity option, which must be set to  
Antenna No. 1.  
NOTE: In the present product release, antenna diversity is not supported;  
therefore, always select Antenna No. 1.  
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?? Range - The operative range of your WLAN or Wireless Link in the  
drop down list. This parameter affects the acknowledge delay time  
which needs to be increased in long links. The default value is up to  
5 km.  
?? Channel - Channel selection varies, depending on the type of unit.  
For DWL-1800B units, select the channel that the unit will use by  
selecting a value (range: 1-13, depending on your regulatory domain)  
from the Channel drop down menu. Refer to Table 4 on page 32 for the  
list of corresponding frequencies.  
For DWL-1800R units, there are two channel setting options: if you  
select the Fixed Channel option by clicking the appropriate radio button,  
then the DWL-1800R will search for the DWL-1800B unit on the  
selected channel (from the Channel pull down field) and synchronize  
with it. The channel you select must match the channel selected in the  
DWL-1800B unit at the other end of the link.  
If you select the Scanning Mode option (by selecting the appropriate  
radio button), you can specify preferred channels by clicking one or  
more of the buttons displayed at the bottom of the window. In this mode,  
the DWL-1800R will first search for the DWL-1800B unit on the  
channel you select in the Channel pull down field and synchronize with  
it if the link is established. If the DWL-1800R does not find the  
DWL-1800B, it will scan and search for one of the preferred channel  
frequencies you selected. If it does not find the DWL-1800B on any of  
the preferred channels, it will continue to scan until it finds the  
DWL-1800B on one of the channels permitted according to the  
regulatory domain.  
Table 3 describes the channels used in each regulatory domain, the  
default channel, the maximum output power and the default output  
power.  
Regulatory Lowest  
Default  
Channel Output  
Power  
7
6
7
Max.  
Default  
Output  
Power  
4
24  
6
Highest  
Channel  
Domain  
Channel  
ETSI  
FCC  
TELEC  
1
1
1
13  
11  
13  
14  
24  
14  
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France  
Canada  
10  
1
13  
11  
11  
6
14  
24  
4
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Channel  
Frequency  
2412 MHz  
2417 MHz  
2422 MHz  
2427 MHz  
2432 MHz  
2437 MHz  
2442 MHz  
2447 MHz  
2452 MHz  
2457 MHz  
2462 MHz  
2467 MHz  
2472 MHz  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10  
11  
12  
13  
Table 4: Frequency List  
NOTE: The frequencies listed in the table are at the center of the channel. Each  
channel occupies 22MHz, therefore each channel occupies  
-11MHz to +11 MHz from the frequency specified.  
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3.2.1.3.6 Station Control Tab  
Figure 18: The Station Control Tab  
?? Station Control - Click the Default button for all parameters to revert  
to the factory defaults.  
?? Reset Unit - Click the Reset button to reset the unit and apply any  
changes made to the system parameters.  
?? Export Configuration - Click the Export button to export the  
current basic configuration of this unit to a file. A popup window is  
displayed prompting you to specify the name of the file. The created  
file can be used to save the configuration information or to send it to  
tech support as a reference for troubleshooting.  
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3.2.1.3.7 Security Tab  
Figure 19: Security Tab  
This tab displays information regarding the unit’s security configuration. Wired  
Equivalent Privacy (WEP) is an authentication algorithm that protects authorized  
Wireless LAN users against eavesdropping and is implemented in D-Link  
AirPremier DWL-1800 units. WEP is defined in the IEEE 802.11b standard. This  
encryption is applicable for both authentication and data and the key length is  
40 bits.  
D-Link AirPremier DWL-1800 units can use one of the following authentication  
algorithms (as defined in the IEEE 802.11b standard).  
?? Open System– Any station in the WLAN can associate with any  
other unit and receive and transmit data freely(null authentication).  
?? Shared Key – Only stations using a shared key encryption are  
allowed to associate.  
The default authentication algorithm is Open System.  
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If you select the Shared Key algorithm, set the following parameters:  
?? Default Key ID – Sets the key for encryption.  
?? WEP Key– Defines the encryption keys used. Define each key by  
clicking the appropriate WEP Key row and entering ten hexadecimal  
characters (five sets of two characters each) for each of the four  
keys. After clicking Apply, the WEP Key values are displayed as  
zeros for security reasons.  
The default WEP key is the first key.  
NOTE: All units in the same cell should use the same key.  
3.2.1.3.8 Advanced Tab  
The Advanced tab provides additional performance parameters.  
Figure 20: Advanced Tab  
?? CW Min/Max - The size of the contention window. The contention  
window backoff algorithm is a method used to resolve contention  
between different stations trying to access the medium. The valid  
range is from 7 to 1023.  
Defaults are 31 for CW Min and 1023 for CW Max.  
?? RTS Threshold - The minimum packet size required for an RTS  
(Request to Send) to be sent. For packets with a size below the RTS  
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Threshold value, an RTS is not sent and the data packet is transmitted  
directly to the WLAN.  
?? Short Retry Limit - The maximum number of transmission attempts  
for a frame that is shorter than or equal to the RTS Threshold. The  
default value is 8.  
?? Long Retry Limit - The maximum number of transmission attempts  
for a frame that is longer than the RTS Threshold. The default value  
is 4.  
?? Basic Rate - The maximum rate of multicast, broadcast and control  
frames transmissions. Multicast and broadcast transmissions are not  
acknowledged; therefore there is a chance that such transmissions  
will not be properly received without the possibility of using the  
acknowledgement mechanism for retransmission. Therefore, it is  
recommended to use a lower rate for transmission of broadcast,  
multicast and control frames, to increase the probability that they will  
be received without errors. Enter the data rate at which broadcast,  
multicast and control frames are transmitted. The default value is 2  
Mbps.  
NOTE: The Basic Rate parameter should be changed only if you are sure  
that all units in the cell can handle the defined rate. Use this  
parameter with caution, as it may bring the link down.  
?? Power – The transmit power level. The possible range is  
from –4dBm to +24dBm.  
NOTE: The Power setting should not exceed the maximum output allowed  
in the applicable regulatory domain according to Table 3 on  
page 32.  
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3.2.1.3.9 Trap Monitor Tab  
Figure 21: Trap Monitor Tab  
When an event occurs, a trap is sent to the defined host address (the  
setting is made in the SNMP Parameters tab described in Section  
3.2.1.3.3). This window displays the recorded traps.  
Click the Clear List button to clear the display area.  
3.2.2 Firmware Upgrade Mode  
This mode allows the embedded software in managed units to be  
upgraded. When you select this mode from the Options menu, the  
following dialog box is displayed.  
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Figure 22: Firmware Upgrade Mode dialog box  
NOTE: The Configuration utility does not resolve the topology of the cell. Therefore,  
firmware upgrades should be made from the central point where the  
BU/DWL-1800B are located.  
The list box on the left-hand side of the dialog box displays the managed units; it is  
sorted sequentially by DWL-1800B followed by DWL-1800R units.  
To upgrade firmware:  
1. Select the units that you wish to upgrade from the list box. Use  
Shift-click and/or Ctrl-click to select multiple units, or select multiple  
units by dragging with the mouse.  
2. Specify the firmware file you wish to use in the Local file name fields;  
there are separate fields for files of different device type. The field text is  
displayed in blue when corresponding unit types are selected in the list  
box.  
3. In the Remote File Name field, enter the Read/Write community string of the  
unit(s).  
4. Click Advanced if you wish to change the settings of the TFTP session  
used in the upgrade download (see 3.2.2.1).  
5. Click Start to initiate the firmware upgrade; progress bars are displayed  
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indicating the progress of the operation. If both DWL-1800B and  
DWL-1800R devices are selected, the program will upgrade  
DWL-1800R units first.  
At the end of the upgrade session, the following window is displayed  
indicating that the operation was successful.  
Figure 23: Firmware Upgrade Process  
NOTE: Do not disconnect any cables or try to stop the process before downloading is  
completed.  
All configured parameters are saved during the upgrade/download procedure.  
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3.2.2.1 Advanced TFTP Settings  
Figure 24: Advanced TFTP Setup dialog box  
The Advanced TFTP Setup window enables you to tune the TFTP session  
parameters for a more efficient firmware upgrade, depending on your actual  
deployment.  
?? Packet timeout - Defines the time (in seconds) it takes for a packet  
to timeout. The range is from 1 to 30 seconds with a default of  
3 seconds.  
?? Packet Retries - Defines the number of times that a packet will be  
sent after it timeouts in a TFTP session. The range is from 1 to 5  
retries with a default of 3 retries.  
?? Session Retries - Defines the number of times a TFTP session  
will be repeated before the firmware upgrade operation is  
designated a failure. The range is 1-5 retries with a default of 3  
retries.  
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3.2.3 Multiple Unit Configuration Mode  
This feature allows configuration parameters to be downloaded to multiple units  
simultaneously. When you select this option in the Options menu, all configuration  
windows become write-only. Irrelevant parameters are disabled.  
NOTE: The Configuration Utility does not resolve the topology of the cell. Therefore,  
multiple unit configuration operations should be done at the location where the  
DWL-1800B is are located.  
Select the units that you wish to upgrade from the list box on the left-hand side of  
any dialog box tabs. Use Shift-click and/or Ctrl-click to select multiple units.  
Enter the configuration parameter values and click Apply. The following dialog box  
is displayed.  
Figure 25: Multiple Configuration Mode dialog box  
This dialog box lists the selected units and displays the configuration changes to be  
made during the multiple configuration session. Select the Reset units after setting  
parameters check box to reset all selected units.  
A log of the multiple configuration session is displayed during and after the operation.  
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3.3 Resetting the SNMP Community Strings  
The SNMP Read/Write Community strings are an SNMP security feature to restrict  
management access to authorized persons only. Refer to Section 3.2.1.1.2  
To reset the SNMP community strings, insert a paper clip or another suitable tool  
into the Reset button on the top panel of the unit while the unit is operating. The  
community strings are reset to the default values, private (Write) and public (Read).  
3.4 Reloading Factory Default Settings  
To reset the unit to the factory defaults:  
1. Disconnect the power cable from the indoor unit.  
2. Insert a paper clip or another suitable tool into the Reset button on the  
top panel of the unit (see Figure 8 on page 14). Keep the Reset button  
pressed while inserting the power cable back into its socket.  
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4. SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTING  
The following troubleshooting guide provides answers to some of the more  
common problems that may occur when installing and using the D-Link Air Premier  
DWL-1800. If problems not mentioned in this guide should arise, checking the  
Ethernet and WLAN counters may help (see Section 3.2.1.3.4). If the problem  
persists, please feel free to contact your local distributor or the D-Link Technical  
Support Department.  
4.1 Troubleshooting Guide  
Problem and  
Indication  
Possible Cause  
Corrective Action  
No power to unit. Power cord is not properly Verify power cord is properly connected to  
Power LED is off.  
connected.  
the DWL-1800 unit and to the power outlet.  
Failure to establish  
wireless link.  
WIRELESS LINK  
LED is off and unit  
resets every few  
1. Power supply to units  
may be faulty  
2. The DWL-1800R units  
may not have the same  
ESSID as the  
1. Verify power to units.  
2. Verify that all units in the network have  
the same ESSID (ESSID must be identical  
in all units in the WLAN; the ESSID is case  
sensitive). Check that the units are on the  
minutes.  
DWL-1800B.  
same channel.  
3. Verify wireless link  
?? Set DWL-1800B and  
DWL-1800R units side by side.  
?? Power on each unit and see if a  
wireless link is established (even  
“D” models without their external  
antennas should establish a link if  
placed side by side).  
?? If the units fail to associate, reset  
units to factory default values (see  
Section 3.4). The units should  
now establish a wireless link.  
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Problem and  
Indication  
Possible Cause  
Corrective Action  
Failure to establish 1. Power supply to  
1. Verify power to units.  
wireless link (“D”  
models/external  
antennas)  
units may be faulty.  
2. Cables may be  
improperly connected  
3. There may be some  
problem with antenna  
installation.  
2. Verify that all cables are con-  
nected securely.  
3. Refer to previous Section and  
verify wireless link between the  
units.  
4. Verify that the antenna(s) are  
properly installed (see relevant  
section in this manual):  
?? Check antenna alignment.  
?? Verify that antenna  
polarization is the same at  
both ends.  
?? Verify that the range  
matches specifications.  
?? Verify line-of-sight/antenna  
alignment/antenna height.  
Wireless link  
established, but  
there is no  
Ethernet activity  
(DWL-1800B and  
DWL-1800R  
units).  
1. Ethernet hub port or  
UTP cable is faulty.  
2. Ethernet port in unit  
is faulty.  
3. The DWL-1800R  
is associated to a  
DWL-1800B unit that  
is not connected  
1. Check that the LINK LED is lighted  
Green. If this is not the case, the port is  
inactive. Try another port on the hub or  
another UTP cable.  
2. Verify that Ethernet port in unit is  
working. Ping unit to verify Ethernet  
connection.  
3. Verify that you are using a cross-over  
UTP cable (pins 1 & 3, 2 & 6) if  
connected directly to a workstation, or a  
straight-through cable if connected to a  
hub.  
correctly to the LAN.  
4. Check the unit’s LINK LED indicator  
and check the Ethernet counters in the  
monitor to verify Ethernet activity (see  
Section 3.2.1.3.4).  
5. Check that the DWL-1800B is  
correctly connected to the LAN.  
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5. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS  
5.1 Supported Standards  
?? Compliant with ETS 300 328 and ETS 300 826 (CE marked).  
?? IEEE 802.11b HR standard for Wireless LAN at 11 and 5.5  
Mbps.  
?? IEEE 802.11b standard for 1 and 2 Mbps.  
5.2 Configuration and Management  
Management and  
Setup  
SNMP based Configuration Utility  
Site Survey Tool  
SNMP Agents  
Integrated into the configuration utility  
MIB II, Bridge MIB, DWL-1800 Private MIBs  
Simultaneous multiple units software  
upgrade using the configuration utility  
Software Upgrade  
TFTP download  
Indoor Interface  
Outdoor Unit  
Unit  
Power status  
Power Status  
10-LED display bar:  
RSSI in the RB/ Load  
Gauge in BU  
End-to-end  
Ethernet status  
LED Indicators  
Ethernet Status / Traffic  
Wireless Link Status /  
Traffic  
5.3 Radio  
2.4 - 2.4835 GHz ISM band (ETSI, FCC)  
2.4 - 2.4835 GHz (Japan)  
Frequency Range  
Radio Type  
Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS)  
Wireless LAN  
Standards  
Compliant with IEEE 802.11b HR  
FCC  
1-11  
1-13  
1-13  
Selectable sub  
Channels  
ETSI  
Japan TELEC  
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France  
FCC  
ETSI  
(dBm)  
10-13  
-4, -2, 4, 6, 12, 14, 20, 24  
-4, -2, 4, 6, 12, 14  
Output Power  
(at the antenna  
port)  
Japan TELEC  
-4, -2, 4, 6, 12, 14  
Data Rate Sensitivity  
Modulation  
Sensitivity  
(BER 10E-6)  
11 Mbit/s  
5.5 Mbit/s  
2 Mbit/s  
1 Mbit/s  
-85 dBm  
-88 dBm  
-90 dBm  
-93 dBm  
256 CCK  
16 CCK  
DQPSK  
DBPSK  
Processing Gain  
Integrated  
Antenna Type  
10.4 dB Nominal  
Flat Panel 16 dBi, 20? Vertical /Horizontal  
5.4 Range  
Up to 10 km  
Europe/ ETSI (20  
dBm EIRP)  
US FCC  
Up to 25 km (15 miles)  
5.5 Security  
Authentication  
and Data  
40-bit RC4 WEP  
5.6 Outdoor Unit-to-Indoor Unit Communication  
Cable Type  
Maximum Cable  
length between units  
Cat 5 FTP 4x2x24 Double Jacket  
90 m (280 feet)  
5.7 Interfaces  
N-Type jack, lightning protected  
RF (antenna) connector  
in the outdoor unit  
(DWL-1800D models)  
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Baseband  
(indoor-to-outdoor  
units)  
Outdoor units: Shielded RJ-45 with  
special water proof sealed cap  
Indoor units: Shielded RJ-45  
Ethernet  
Indoor units: 10BaseT, (RJ-45) with 2  
embedded LEDs  
5.8 Electrical  
Power Consumption  
110 /220 V  
500 /250 mA  
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5.9 Mechanical Dimensions  
Outdoor Unit  
30 x 30 x 7.2 cm  
12 x 4.7 x 2 in  
Indoor Unit  
15.4 x 8.4 x 5.6 cm  
6.1 x 3.3 x 2.2 in  
5.10 Environmental  
Operating Temperature  
Indoor unit: 0?C to 40?C  
Outdoor unit: -40?C to 55?C  
Operating Humidity  
5% to 95% non-condensing. Outdoor  
units are weather protected.  
5.11 Standards Compliance, General  
EN 300-385, FCC Part 15  
EMC  
Safety  
EN 60950, UL 1950  
Environmental  
Radio  
ETS 300 019  
ETSI ETS 300 328, FCC Part 15  
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APPENDIX A. DWL-1800 FAQ  
General  
Can the DWL-1800R indoor unit be placed outdoors?  
It is not recommended. The DWL-1800 indoor units are specified to operate  
between 0?C and 40?C and is not weather proof so it is best to mount the  
DWL-1800R indoors or in a protective cabinet.  
Do DWL-1800 units support 802.1Q VLAN?  
Yes, but the support is limited to transparent operation. This means that the  
DWL-1800 does not take any action on 802.1Q frames, but will transparently  
pass them within a VLAN network.  
What is the maximum number of networked PCs the DWL-1800B/  
DWL-1800R can learn?  
1024 network MAC addresses can be learned by the DWL-1800B/DWL-1800R  
from the LAN side.  
Can the DWL-1800B/DWL-1800R be used for multi-point as well as  
point-to-point links?  
Yes. The DWL-1800B can support multiple DWL-1800R units creating a  
point-to-multi-point network.  
How many DWL-1800R units can one DWL-1800B support?  
The maximum number of associations is 128.  
What is the practical limit to the number of DWL-1800R units per  
DWL-1800B? And, what performance can I expect for a multi-point link?  
This depends upon average throughput expectations. All clients would have the  
maximum throughput available for burst traffic, however the overall average would  
depend on the utilization of the network. For example, in a heavily utilized network  
needing about 350Kbps to 500kbps average net throughput per site, 9 to 12  
DWL-1800R’s would be the limit. For a moderately utilized network needing about  
175Kbps to 258Kbps average, 18 to 24 DWL-1800R’s should be used, and for a  
lightly used network needing 32Kbps to 48Kbps average net throughput per site  
could use up to 128 DWL-1800R’s.  
What is the range of the DWL-1800B/ DWL-1800R Bridges?  
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15 miles/24Km (FCC) or 10 KM (ETSI) can be achieved using the UNI-24 antenna  
kit for a point-to-point link. Consult the antenna and accessory guide range tables  
for distances using other antennas.  
Does the DWL-1800B supports 802.1d spanning tree protocol?  
No, the DWL-1800B/DWL-1800R does not support spanning tree.  
What is the normal PER (Packet Error Rate) for the  
DWL-1800B/DWL-1800R?  
The error rate will be about 4%-6% (transmitted fragments vs. retry count). This is typical  
when operating in a non-interference environment at maximum range for bi-directional  
traffic loads. If the traffic load is more uni-directional, then the PER will be less.  
What is the best value for the CW min parameter on the DWL-1800?  
Setting the CW min parameter to 31 for heavy bi-directional traffic loads will  
minimize the PER. Setting the CW min to 15 will improve performance for more  
uni-directional traffic loads. CW min 7 should only be used for short-range  
point-to-point links, and 63 should be used for large, long-range multi-point links.  
Is the D-Link Air Premier DWL-1800 compatible with other D-Link  
wireless equipment from other vendors?  
Yes. However, for the outdoor bridges, interoperability can vary from vendor to vendor  
and in some cases it may not operate if the manufacturer’s implementation is not pure  
802.11b. The DWL-1800B/DWL-1800R can operate at 1, 2Mbps 5.5Mbps and 11Mbps  
with D-Link Air and Air Plus wireless family products. D-Link Air Premier DWL-1800  
units are fully WI-FI compliant.  
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Collocation  
How many DWL-1800B or DWL-1800R units can be collocated on the  
same building or tower?  
You can collocate up to 3 DWL-1800B or DWL-1800R units on the same structure.  
Each unit is assigned to one of the non-overlapping channels, 1, 6, or 11.  
Can a Frequency Hopping network operate in the same area as the  
D-Link Air Premier DWL-1800?  
Yes, but in a collocated network both products will suffer some a decrease in  
performance. The degree of performance loss depends on network utilization. For  
example, the higher the utilization of the Frequency Hopping network, the higher  
the level of impact on the Direct Sequence (DWL-1800) network, and vice versa.  
Typically, in light to moderately utilized networks, the performance loss is not  
significant.  
Can I use D-Link Air Premier DWL-1800 Bridges to feed a Frequency  
Hopping distribution point?  
Yes, bandwidth sharing between the Direct Sequence and Frequency Hopping  
products can be minimized if the network is designed using cross-polarized  
directional antennas with as much spatial separation as possible. Contact technical  
support for more information.  
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Performance  
What is the throughput of the D-Link Air Premier DWL-1800?  
The DWL-1800B/DWL-1800R bridge link typical performance is 4.2Mbps using  
TCP and 6.2Mbps using UDP. For long-range links, the performance drops by  
about 5%.  
What if the D-Link Air Premier DWL-1800 link experiences interference?  
If interference is affecting the DWL-1800 link, one of the other channels may be  
selected to operate away from the frequency of the interference. Also, physically  
re-locating the antennas may help.  
What is the typical latency of a DWL-1800B/DWL-1800R?  
A point-to-point link would realize about 3mS latency.  
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Firmware  
Can the DWL-1800B/ DWL-1800R firmware be upgraded?  
Yes, the firmware in the DWL-1800B/DWL-1800R is stored in flash and is  
upgraded using the built in Configuration Utility or the TFTP server.  
Can the DWL-1800B/DWL-1800R flash be erased or the firmware  
changed by an unauthorized person?  
No, the TFTP server in the DWL-1800B/DWL-1800R requires the SNMP write  
community name (password) to perform an upgrade.  
Can the firmware flash be corrupted when upgrading to a new version?  
Yes, if the TFTP file transfer is interrupted during a flash update the firmware may  
be corrupted. The D-Link Air Premier DWL-1800 has a backup flash, which  
contains the previous version for firmware. If the primary flash is corrupt, then the  
backup is automatically used to return the unit to an operating state.  
When does the back up flash image get upgraded?  
After completing a firmware upgrade, the backup flash containing the old firmware  
version is overwritten with the new version on the new power on cycle.  
Can D-Link Air Premier DWL-1800 firmware be downgraded?  
Yes, an earlier version of firmware can overwrite a newer version.  
Can the previous version of firmware be kept?  
The previous version of firmware cannot be kept on the DWL-1800 itself, but can  
be stored on your PC and loaded if needed.  
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Configuration  
Can the regulatory domain (country) of a DWL-1800 unit be changed?  
No. The regulatory domain is factory set.  
How can the DWL-1800 be configured or managed if the SNMP  
Community name has been forgotten?  
Press the reset button on the top panel with a paper clip. This will set the read and  
write Community names to public and private, respectively.  
How can the DWL-1800 unit be returned to factory default settings?  
There are two ways. One way is to use the Default button on the Station Control Tab  
in the DWL-1800 Configuration Utility. The other is to press and hold the reset  
button on the back of the unit while powering on the unit. Remember that all  
settings including IP addresses will be lost when setting defaults.  
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Management  
What management options are available for the DWL-1800?  
The DWL-1800/DWL-1800D comes with a graphical Configuration Utility that  
operates on any Windows based network ready PC. With this utility you can  
configure and monitor every DWL-1800 on your network. You can also use the  
DWL-1800 SNMP MIB on standard management platforms like SNMPc, and HP  
Openview.  
Does the DWL-1800 offer out-of-band management?  
No, the DWL-1800 does not offer out-of-band management, such as a serial port.  
The DWL-1800 is managed in-band only via the DWL-1800 Configuration Utility  
or SNMP.  
What installation and site survey tools are available for  
DWL-1800/DWL-1800?  
The DWL-1800 comes with a Windows based manager utility. With this utility you  
can configure link parameters and monitor signal quality and RSSI (received signal  
strength indication). Optimizing antenna alignment is done using the signal quality  
and RSSI display. Any computer on the network can use this utility to manage the  
DWL-1800B/DWL-1800R.  
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APPENDIX B. PREPARING THE INDOOR  
TO OUTDOOR CABLE  
The Indoor-to-Outdoor cable provides pin-to-pin connection on both sides. It is  
supplied open-ended at both sides, to allow the installer to conveniently route the  
cable into the waterproof seal off the Outdoor unit and through holes in walls.  
Figure 26 shows the wire pair connections required for the Indoor-to-Outdoor cable.  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
4 + 5  
3 + 6  
1 + 2  
7 + 8  
Figure 26: Ethernet Connector Pin Assignments  
Use a crimp tool for RJ-45 connectors to prepare the wires, insert them into the  
appropriate pins and use the crimp tool to crimp the connector. Make sure to do the  
following:  
a) Remove as small a length as possible of the external jacket. Verify that the  
external jacket is well inside the service box to ensure good sealing.  
b) Take back the shield drain wire before inserting the cable into the RJ-45  
connector, to ensure a good connection with the connector’s shield after  
crimping.  
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APPENDIX C. RADIO SIGNAL  
PROPAGATION  
Introduction  
This section explains and simplifies many of the terms relating to antennas and RF  
(Radio Frequency) used when dealing with an RF installation system.  
The following diagram depicts a typical radio system:  
Figure 27: A Typical Radio System  
A radio system transmits information to the transmitter. The information is  
transmitted through an antenna that converts the RF signal into an electromagnetic  
wave. The transmission medium for electromagnetic wave propagation is free  
space.  
The electromagnetic wave is intercepted by the receiving antenna, which converts it  
back to an RF signal. Ideally, this RF signal is the same as that originally generated  
by the transmitter. The original information is then demodulated back to its original  
form.  
RF Terms and Definitions  
dB  
The dB convention is an abbreviation for decibels. It shows the relationship between  
two values.  
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RF Power Level  
RF power level at either the transmitter output or the receiver input is expressed in  
Watts. It can also be expressed in dBm. The relation between dBm and Watts can be  
expressed as follows:  
PdBm = 10 x Log Pmw  
For example: 1 Watt = 1000 mW; PdBm =10 x Log 1000 = 30 dBm  
100 mW; PdBm = 10 x Log 100 = 20 dBm  
For link budget calculations, the dBm convention is more convenient than the Watts  
convention.  
Attenuation  
Attenuation (fading) of an RF signal is defined as follows:  
Figure 28: Attenuation of an RF signal  
Pin is the incident power level before attenuation  
Pout is the output power level after attenuation  
Attenuation is expressed in dB as follows: PdB = -10 x Log (Pout/Pin)  
For example: If, due to attenuation, half the power is lost (Pout/Pin = 1/2),  
attenuation in dB is -10 x Log (1/2) = 3dB  
Path Loss  
Loss of power of an RF signal traveling (propagating) through space. It is expressed  
in dB. Path loss depends on:  
?? The distance between transmitting and receiving antennas  
?? Line of sight clearance between the receiving and transmitting antennas  
?? Antenna height  
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Free Space Loss  
Attenuation of the electromagnetic wave while propagating through space. This  
attenuation is calculated using the following formula:  
Free space loss = 32.4 + 20xLog(FMHz) + 20xLog(RKm)  
F is the RF frequency expressed in MHz.  
R is the distance between the transmitting and receiving antennas (expressed in  
Km).  
At 2.4 GHz, this formula is: 100+20xLog(RKm)  
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Antenna Characteristics  
Isotropic Antenna  
A hypothetical antenna having equal radiation intensity in all directions. Used as a  
zero dB gain reference in directivity calculation (gain).  
Antenna Gain  
A measure of directivity. It is defined as the ratio of the radiation intensity in a given  
direction to the radiation intensity that would be obtained if the power accepted by  
the antenna was radiated equally in all directions (isotropically). Antenna gain is  
expressed in dBi.  
Radiation Pattern  
A graphical representation in either polar or rectangular coordinates of the spatial  
energy distribution of an antenna.  
Side Lobes  
The radiation lobes in any direction other than that of the main lobe.  
Directional Antenna  
Radiates and receives most of the signal power in one direction. The following  
diagram shows the radiation pattern of a directional antenna with its side lobes in  
polar form:  
Figure 29: Radiation Pattern of Directional Antenna  
Antenna Beamwidth  
The directiveness of a directional antenna. Defined as the angle between two  
half-power (-3 dB) points on either side of the main lobe of radiation.  
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System Characteristics  
Receiver Sensitivity  
The minimum RF signal power level required at the input of a receiver for certain  
performance (e.g. BER).  
EIRP (Effective Isotropic Radiated Power)  
The antenna transmitted power. Equal to the transmitted output power minus cable  
loss plus the transmitting antenna gain.  
Pout - Output power transmitted in dBm  
Ct - Transmitter cable attenuation in dB  
Gt - Transmitting antenna gain in dBi  
Gr - Receiving antenna gain in dBi  
Pl - Path loss in dB  
Cr - Receiver cable attenuation in dB  
Si - Received power level at receiver input in dBm  
Ps - Receiver sensitivity in dBm  
Si = Pout - Ct + Gt - Pl + Gr - Cr  
EIRP = Pout - Ct + Gt  
Example:  
Link Parameters:  
Frequency: 2.4 GHz  
Pout = 4 dBm (2.5 mW)  
Tx and Rx cable length (Ct and Cr) = 10 m. cable type RG214 (0.6 dB/meter)  
Tx and Rx antenna gain (Gt and Gr) = 18 dBi  
Distance between sites = 3 Km  
Receiver sensitivity (Ps) = -84 dBm  
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Link Budget Calculation  
EIRP = Pout - Ct + Gt = 16 dBm  
Pl = 32.4 + 20xLog(FMHz) + 20xLog(RKm) ? ?110 dB  
Si = EIRP - Pl + Gr - Cr = -82 dBm  
In conclusion, the received signal power is above the sensitivity threshold, so the  
link should work. The problem is that there is only a 2 dB difference between  
received signal power and sensitivity. Normally, a higher margin is desirable due to  
fluctuation in received power as a result of signal fading.  
Signal Fading  
Fading of the RF signal is caused by several factors:  
?? Multipath  
The transmitted signal arrives at the receiver from different directions, with dif-  
ferent path lengths, attenuation and delays. The summed signal at the receiver may  
result in an attenuated signal.  
Figure 30: Multipath Reception  
?? Bad Line of Sight  
An optical line of sight exists if an imaginary straight line can connect the antennas  
on either side of the link.  
Radio wave clear line of sight exists if a certain area around the optical line of sight  
(Fresnel zone) is clear of obstacles. A bad line of sight exists if the first Fresnel zone  
is obscured.  
?? Distance  
?? Weather conditions (rain, wind, etc.)  
At high rain intensity (150 mm/hr), the fading of an RF signal at 2.4 GHz may reach  
a maximum of 0.02 dB/Km. Wind may cause fading due to antenna motion.  
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?? Interference  
Interference may be caused by another system on the same frequency range,  
external noise, or some other co-located system.  
The Line of Sight Concept  
An optical line of sight exists if an imaginary straight line can be drawn connecting  
the antennas on either side of the link.  
Clear Line of Sight  
A clear line of sight exists when no physical objects obstruct viewing one antenna  
from the location of the other antenna.  
A radio wave clear line of sight exists if a defined area around the optical line of  
sight (Fresnel Zone) is clear of obstacles.  
Fresnel Zone  
The Fresnel zone is the area of a circle around the line of sight.  
The Fresnel Zone is defined as follows:  
Figure31: Fresnel Zone  
R= ½ ???? xD????????  
R: radius of the first Fresnel zone.  
???wavelength (expressed in feet).  
D: distance between sites (expressed in Km).  
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Figure 32: Fresnel Zone Clear of Obstacles  
When at least 80% of the first Fresnel Zone is clear of obstacles, propagation loss is  
equivalent to that of free space.  
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FCC Warning  
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a  
Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are  
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a  
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio  
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the  
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communication.  
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular  
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or  
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off  
and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more  
of the following measures:  
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.  
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.  
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that  
to which the receiver is connected.  
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.  
The Class B digital apparatus meet all requirements of the Canadian  
Interference-Causing Equipment Regulation.  
Cet appareil numerique de la class B respecte toutes les exigences du  
Reglement sur le materiel brouilleur du Canada.  
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AVERTISSEMENT AUX UTILISATEURS  
La décision N° 01-480 en date du 23 mai 2001 prise par l’Autorité de  
Régulation des Télécommunications (ART) autorise l’utilisation d’une  
partie de la bande de fréquences 2400-2483,5 MHz pour les réseaux  
locaux radioéléctriques (RLAN)  
Au niveau national, seule la bande 2446,5-2483,5 MHz est autorisée  
pour des produits ayant une puissance limitée à 100 mW  
Cette bande de fréquences correspond aux canaux 10,11,12 et 13.  
En installant et utilisant les produits réseaux sans fils de la gamme  
proposée par D-Link, vous vous engagez donc à respecter cette  
réglementation et à n’utiliser que ces 4 canaux.  
WARNING  
The Decision N° 01-480 taken by ART (Autorité de Régulation de  
Télécommunications) on May 23, 2001 authorizes the utilisation of a  
part of the 2400-2483.5MHz band for Radio Local Area Network (RLAN)  
in France.  
Only the 2446.5-2483.5MHz band is authorized for RLAN with products  
with a limited power to 100mW.  
This band concerns the channels 10, 11, 12 and 13.  
Using and installing D-Link Wireless solutions for RLAN, you commit to  
respect this regulation et to use only these four channels.  
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LIMITED WARRANTY  
D-Link provides this limited warranty for its product only to the person or entity who originally purchased the product from  
D-Link or its authorized reseller or distributor.  
Limited Hardware Warranty: D-Link warrants that the hardware portion of  
the D-Link products described below (“Hardware”) will be free from material  
defects in workmanship and materials from the date of original retail purchase  
of the Hardware, for the period set forth below applicable to the product type  
(“Warranty Period”) if the Hardware is used and serviced in accordance with  
applicable documentation; provided that a completed Registration Card is  
returned to an Authorized D-Link Service Office within ninety (90) days after  
the date of original retail purchase of the Hardware. If a completed  
Registration Card is not received by an authorized D-Link Service Office  
within such ninety (90) period, then the Warranty Period shall be ninety (90)  
days from the date of purchase.  
Product Type  
Warranty  
Period  
One (1) Year  
One (1) Year  
Ninety (90)  
days  
Product (excluding power supplies and fans)  
Power Supplies and Fans  
Spare parts and spare kits  
D-Link’s sole obligation shall be to repair or replace the defective Hardware at no charge to the original owner. Such repair or  
replacement will be rendered by D-Link at an Authorized D-Link Service Office. The replacement Hardware need not be  
new or of an identical make, model or part; D-Link may in its discretion may replace the defective Hardware (or any part  
thereof) with any reconditioned product that D-Link reasonably determines is substantially equivalent (or superior) in all  
material respects to the defective Hardware. The Warranty Period shall extend for an additional ninety (90) days after any  
repaired or replaced Hardware is delivered. 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. All Hardware (or part  
thereof) that is replaced by D-Link, or for which the purchase price is refunded, shall become the property of D-Link upon  
replacement or refund.  
Limited Software Warranty: D-Link warrants that the software portion of the product (“Software”) will substantially conform  
to D-Link’s then current functional specifications for the Software, as set forth in the applicable documentation, from the date  
of original delivery of the Software for a period of ninety (90) days (Warranty Period”), if the Software is properly installed  
on approved hardware and operated as contemplated in its documentation. D-Link further warrants that, during the Warranty  
Period, the magnetic media on which D-Link delivers the Software will be free of physical defects. D-Link’s sole obligation  
shall be to replace the non-conforming Software (or defective media) with software that substantially conforms to D-Link’s  
functional specifications for the Software. Except as otherwise agreed by D-Link in writing, the replacement Software is  
provided only to the original licensee, and is subject to the terms and conditions of the license granted by D-Link for the  
Software. The Warranty Period shall extend for an additional ninety (90) days after any replacement Software is delivered.  
If a material non-conformance is incapable of correction, or if D-Link determines in its sole discretion that it is not practical to  
replace the non-conforming Software, the price paid by the original licensee for the non-conforming Software will be refunded  
by D-Link; provided that the non-conforming Software (and all copies thereof) is first returned to D-Link. The license  
granted respecting any Software for which a refund is given automatically terminates.  
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What You Must Do For Warranty Service:  
Registration Card. The Registration Card provided at the back of this manual must be completed and returned to an  
Authorized D-Link Service Office for each D-Link product within ninety (90) days after the product is purchased and/or  
licensed. The addresses/telephone/fax list of the nearest Authorized D-Link Service Office is provided in the back of this  
manual. FAILURE TO PROPERLY COMPLETE AND TIMELY RETURN THE REGISTRATION CARD MAY  
AFFECT THE WARRANTY FOR THIS PRODUCT.  
Submitting A Claim. Any claim under this limited warranty must be submitted in writing before the end of the Warranty  
Period to an Authorized D-Link Service Office. The claim must include a written description of the Hardware defect or  
Software nonconformance in sufficient detail to allow D-Link to confirm the same. The original product owner must obtain a  
Return Material Authorization (RMA) number from the Authorized D-Link Service Office and, if requested, provide written  
proof of purchase of the product (such as a copy of the dated purchase invoice for the product) before the warranty service is  
provided. After an RMA number is issued, the defective product must be packaged securely in the original or other suitable  
shipping package to ensure that it will not be damaged in transit, and the RMA number must be prominently marked on the  
outside of the package. The packaged product shall be insured and shipped to D-Link, 53 Discovery Drive, Irvine CA 92618,  
with all shipping costs prepaid. 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 is not packaged and  
shipped in accordance with the foregoing requirements, or that is determined by D-Link not to be defective or non-conforming.  
What Is Not Covered:  
This limited warranty provided by D-Link does not cover:  
Products that have been subjected to abuse, accident, alteration, modification, tampering, negligence, misuse, faulty  
installation, lack of reasonable care, repair or service in any way that is not contemplated in the documentation for the product,  
or if the model or serial number has been altered, tampered with, defaced or removed;  
Initial installation, installation and removal of the product for repair, and shipping costs;  
Operational adjustments covered in the operating manual for the product, and normal maintenance;  
Damage that occurs in shipment, due to act of God, failures due to power surge, and cosmetic damage; and  
Any hardware, software, firmware or other products or services provided by anyone other than D-Link.  
Disclaimer of Other Warranties: EXCEPT FOR THE LIMITED WARRANTY SPECIFIED HEREIN, THE PRODUCT IS  
PROVIDED “AS-IS” WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY OF ANY KIND INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, ANY  
WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND NON-INFRINGEMENT.  
IF ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY CANNOT BE DISCLAIMED IN ANY TERRITORY WHERE A PRODUCT IS SOLD,  
THE DURATION OF SUCH IMPLIED WARRANTY SHALL BE LIMITED TO NINETY (90) DAYS. EXCEPT AS  
EXPRESSLY COVERED UNDER THE LIMITED WARRANTY PROVIDED HEREIN, THE ENTIRE RISK AS TO  
THE QUALITY, SELECTION AND PERFORMANCE OF THE PRODUCT IS WITH THE PURCHASER OF THE  
PRODUCT.  
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  
DIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL (INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, DAMAGES  
FOR LOSS OF GOODWILL, WORK STOPPAGE, COMPUTER FAILURE OR MALFUNCTION, LOSS OF  
INFORMATION OR DATA CONTAINED IN, STORED ON, OR INTEGRATED WITH ANY PRODUCT RETURNED  
TO D-LINK FOR WARRANTY SERVICE) RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THE PRODUCT, RELATING TO  
WARRANTY SERVICE, OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY, EVEN IF D-LINK  
HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. THE SOLE REMEDY FOR A BREACH OF  
THE FOREGOING LIMITED WARRANTY IS REPAIR, REPLACEMENT OR REFUND OF THE DEFECTIVE OR  
NON-CONFORMING PRODUCT.  
GOVERNING LAW: This Limited Warranty shall be governed by the laws of the state of California.  
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Some states do not allow exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on how long an  
implied warranty lasts, so the foregoing limitations and exclusions may not apply. This limited warranty provides specific  
legal rights and the product owner may also have other rights which vary from state to state.  
Trademarks  
Copyright ? 1999 D-Link Corporation. Contents subject to change without  
prior notice. D-Link is a registered trademark of D-Link Corporation/D-Link  
Systems, Inc. All other trademarks belong to their respective proprietors.  
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Offices  
AUSTRALIA  
D-LINK AUSTRALIA  
Unit 16, 390 Eastern Valley Way, Roseville, NSW 2069, Australia  
TEL: 61-2-9417-7100 FAX: 61-2-9417-1077  
TOLL FREE: 1800-177-100 (Australia), 0800-900900 (New Zealand)  
E-MAIL: support@dlink.com.au,  
info@dlink.com.au  
URL: www.dlink.com.au  
BENELUX  
CANADA  
CHILE  
D-LINK BENELUX  
Fellenoord 130, 5611 ZB Eindhoven, The Netherlands  
TEL: 31-40-2668713 FAX: 31-40-2668666  
D-LINK CANADA  
#2180 Winston Park Drive, Oakville, Ontario, L6H 5W1 Canada  
TEL: 1-905-829-5033 FAX: 1-905-829-5095 FREE CALL: 1-800-354-6522  
E-MAIL: techsup@dlink.ca URL: www.dlink.ca FTP: ftp.dlinknet.com  
D-LINK SOUTH AMERICA  
Isidora Goyeechea 2934 of 702, Las Condes, Santiago – Chile S.A.  
TEL:  
56-2-232-3185  
E-MAIL: ccasassu@dlink.cl, tsilva@dlink.cl URL:  
FAX: 56-2-232-0w923ww.dlink.cl  
CHINA  
D-LINK CHINA  
2F., Sigma Building, 49 Zhichun Road, Haidian District, 100080 Beijing, China  
TEL: 86-10-85182533 FAX: 86-10-85182250  
D-LINK DENMARK  
DENMARK  
Naverland 2, DK-2600 Glostrup, Copenhagen, Denmark  
FAX:45-43-424347  
E-MAIL:  
TEL:45-43in-96f9o04@0 dlink.dk  
D-LINK MIDDLE EAST  
URL: www.dlink.dk  
EGYPT  
7 Assem Ebn Sabet Street, Heliopolis Cairo, Egypt  
FAX: 202-2456192  
E-MAIL:  
TEL: 202-s2u456p17p6ort@dlink-me.com  
URL: www.dlink-me.com  
FINLAND  
FRANCE  
GERMANY  
D-Link FINLAND  
Thlli-ja Pakkahuone Katajanokanlaituri 5, FIN -00160 Helsinki, Finland  
TEL: 358-9-622-91660  
E-MAIL: info@dlink-fi.com URL: www.dlink-fi.com  
D-LINK FRANCE  
Le Florilege #2, Allee de la Fresnerie, 78330 Fontenay le Fleury France  
TEL: 33-1-302-38688 FAX: 33-1-3023-8689  
FAX: 358-9-622-91661  
E-MAIL: info@dlink-france.fr URL: www.dlink-france.fr  
D-LINK Central Europe/D-Link Deutschland GmbH  
Schwalbacher Strasse 74, D-65760 Eschborn, Germany  
TEL: 49-6196-77990 FAX: 49-6196-7799300  
INFO LINE: 00800-7250-0000 (toll free) HELP LINE: 00800-7250-4000 (toll free)  
E-MAIL:  
D-LINK IBERIA  
Gran Via de Carlos III, 84, 3° Edificio Trade, 08028 BARCELONA  
REPAIR iLnINfEo: 0@080d0-l7i2n50k-80.d00e  
URL: www.dlink.de  
IBERIA  
IN D IA  
ITALY  
JAPAN  
TEL. 34 93 4090770  
FAX 34 93 4910795  
E-MAIL: info@dlinkiberia.es URL: www.dlinkiberia.es  
D-LINK INDIA  
Plot No.5, Kurla -Bandra Complex Road, Off Cst Road, Santacruz (E), Bombay - 400 098 India  
TEL: 91-22-652-6696 FAX: 91-22-652-8914  
E-MAIL:  
service@dlink.india.com  
URL: www.dlink-india.com  
D-LINK ITALIA  
Via Nino Bonnet No. 6/ b, 20154 Milano, Italy  
TEL: 39-02-2900-0676 FAX: 39-02-2900-1723  
E-MAIL: info@dlink.it URL: www.dlink.it  
D-LINK JAPAN  
10F, 8-8-15 Nishi-Gotanda, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo 141, Japan  
TEL: 81-3-5434-9678 FAX: 81-3-5434-9868  
E-MAIL:  
kida@d-link.co.jp  
URL: w w w .d-link.co.jp  
NORWAY  
RUSSIA  
D-LINK NORWAY  
Waldemar Thranesgt. 77, 0175 Oslo, Norway  
TEL: 47-22-991890  
D-LINK RUSSIA  
FAX: 47-22-207039  
Michurinski Prospekt 49, 117607 Moscow, Russia  
FAX: 7-095-737-3390  
E-MAIL: vl@dlink.ru  
URL:  
TEL: 7-095-737-3389, 7-095-737-3492 www.dlink.ru  
SINGAPORE  
S. AFRICA  
SWEDEN  
TAIWAN  
U.K.  
D-LINK INTERNATIONAL  
1 International Business Park, #03-12 The Synergy, Singapore 609917  
TEL: 65-774-6233 FAX: 65-774-6322  
E-MAIL:  
D-LINK SOUTH AFRICA  
102-106 Witchhazel Avenue, Einetein Park 2, Block B, Highveld Technopark Centurion, South Africa  
info@dlink.com.sg  
URL: www.dlink-intl.com  
E-MAIL:  
TEL: 27(a0)t12t6i6e5@216d5 -FlAinX:k27.c(0o)12.z66a52186  
www.d-link.co.za  
URL:  
D-LINK SWEDEN  
P.O. Box 15036, S-167 15 Bromma Sweden  
E-MAIL:  
TEL: 46-(i0n)85f6o4-@619d00liFnAkX:.s46e-(0)8564-61901  
URL: www.dlink.se  
D-LINK TAIWAN  
2F, No. 119 Pao-Chung Road, Hsin-Tien, Taipei, Taiwan,  
E-MAIL:  
D-LINK EUROPE  
TEL: 886d-2-2s9s1q0-2a6@26 tFsAcX.:d8l8i6n-2-k29t1w0-1.5c15om.tw  
URL:  
www.dlinktw.com.tw  
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Floor, Merit House, Edgware Road, Colindale, London, NW9 5AB, U.K.  
TEL: 44-20-8731-5555 FAX: 44-20-8731-5511  
E-MAIL: URL: www.dlink.co.uk  
D-LINK U.S.A.  
info@dlink.co.uk  
U.S.A.  
53 Discovery Drive, Irvine, CA 92618 USA  
TEL: 1-949-788-0805 FAX: 1-949-753-7033 INFO LINE: 1-877-453-5465  
BBS: 1-949-455-1779, 1-949-455-9616  
E-MAIL: tech@dlink.com, support@dlink.com URL: www.dlink.com  
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Registration Card  
Print, type or use block letters.  
Your name: Mr./Ms _____________________________________________________________________________  
Organization: ________________________________________________ Dept. ____________________________  
Your title at organization: ________________________________________________________________________  
Telephone: _______________________________________ Fax:________________________________________  
Organization's full address: ______________________________________________________________________  
____________________________________________________________________________________________  
_____________________________________________________________________________________  
Country:  
Date of purchase (Month/Day/Year):  
_______________________________________________________________  
Product Model  
Product Serial No.  
* Product installed in type of  
computer (e.g., Compaq 486)  
* Product installed in  
computer serial No.  
(* Applies to adapters only)  
Product was purchased from:  
Reseller's name:  
______________________________________________________________________________  
Telephone:  
_______________________________________ Fax:________________________________________  
_________________________________________________________________________  
_________________________________________________________________________  
_________________________________________________________________________  
Reseller's full address:  
Answers to the following questions help us to support your product:  
1. Where and how will the product primarily be used?  
?Home ?Office ?Travel ?Company Business ?Home Business ?Personal Use  
2. How many employees work at installation site?  
?1 employee ?2-9 ?10-49 ?50-99 ?100-499 ?500-999 ?1000 or more  
3. What network protocol(s) does your organization use ?  
?XNS/IPX ?TCP/IP ?DECnet ?Others_____________________________  
4. What network operating system(s) does your organization use ?  
?D-Link LANsmart ?Novell NetWare ?NetWare Lite ?SCO Unix/Xenix ?PC NFS ?3Com 3+Open  
?Banyan Vines ?DECnet Pathwork ?Windows NT ?Windows NTAS ?Windows '95  
?Others__________________________________________  
5. What network management program does your organization use ?  
? ?D-View ?HP OpenView/Windows ?HP OpenView/Unix ?SunNet Manager ?Novell NMS  
? ?NetView 6000 ?Others________________________________________  
6. What network medium/media does your organization use ?  
? ?Fiber-optics ?Thick coax Ethernet ?Thin coax Ethernet ?10BASE-T UTP/STP  
?100BASE-TX ?100BASE-T4 ?100VGAnyLAN ?Others_________________  
7. What applications are used on your network?  
? ?Desktop publishing ?Spreadsheet ?Word processing ?CAD/CAM  
?Database management ?Accounting ?Others_____________________  
8. What category best describes your company?  
? ?Aerospace ?Engineering ?Education ?Finance ?Hospital ?Legal ?Insurance/Real Estate ?Manufacturing  
? ?Retail/Chainstore/Wholesale ?Government ?Transportation/Utilities/Communication ?VAR  
?System house/company ?Other________________________________  
9. Would you recommend your D-Link product to a friend?  
?Yes ?No ?Don't know yet  
10.Your comments on this product?  
__________________________________________________________________________________________  
__________________________________________________________________________________________  
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