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Bridge with AP Mode

The Bridge with AP mode is the same as the Bridge mode, but in this case, the DAP-1360 also acts as an AP. Clients

with wireless interfaces can wirelessly connect to the DAP-1360 and then connect to the other LAN that the DAP-1360

bridges to.

Note:

The Bridge with AP mode is not specified in the Wi-Fi or IEEE standards. This mode will only work using two

DAP-1360 units. Communication with other APs (even other D-Link APs) is not guaranteed.

LAN 1

LAN 2

Connecting Two Separate LANs Together Through Two DAP-1360 Units

(Wireless PCs Can Access the DAP-1360 Units)

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WISP Client Router Mode

In the WISP Client Router mode, the DAP-1360 wirelessly connects to a WISP (Wireless Internet Service Provider) AP.

In this mode, the DAP-1360 also acts as a router for wired clients on your LAN and provides NAT (Network Address

Translation) and a DHCP server to generate IP addresses for wired clients only. NAT and the DHCP server allow many

computers to share the same wireless Internet connection.

If you are a WISP subscriber and want to access your WISP account using wired computers, connect your computers

to the DAP-1360 to get NAT, and then connect them to the WISP AP.

Connecting Wired PCs to the Internet Using the DAP-1360

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WISP Repeater Mode

In the WISP Repeater mode, the DAP-1360 wirelessly connects to a WISP (Wireless Internet Service Provider) AP. In

this mode, the DAP-1360 also acts as a router for both wireless and wired clients on your LAN. The WISP Repeater

mode provides NAT (Network Address Translation) and a DHCP server to generate IP addresses for both wireless

and wired clients. NAT and the DHCP server allow many computers to share the same wireless Internet connection.

If you are a WISP subscriber and want to use your WISP account in your house, but the signals from the outdoor WISP

AP are not strong enough to reach all of the areas in the house, use the DAP-1360 to can extend the signals from the

outdoor WISP AP and provide access to wireless clients in your house. Using this mode, wireless as well as wired

clients can connect to the outdoor WISP AP through the DAP-1360.

Connecting Wired and Wireless PCs to the Internet Using the DAP-1360

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Wireless Installation Considerations

The D-Link wireless access point lets you access your network using a wireless connection from virtually anywhere

within the operating range of your wireless network. Keep in mind, however, that the number, thickness and location

of walls, ceilings, or other objects that the wireless signals must pass through, may limit the range. Typical ranges vary

depending on the types of materials and background RF (radio frequency) noise in your home or business. The key

to maximizing wireless range is to follow these basic guidelines:

1. Keep the number of walls and ceilings between the D-Link access point and other network devices to a

minimum. Each wall or ceiling can reduce your adapter’s range from 3-90 feet (1-30 meters.) Position

your devices so that the number of walls or ceilings is minimized.

2. Be aware of the direct line between network devices. A wall that is 1.5 feet thick (.5 meters), at a

45-degree angle appears to be almost 3 feet (1 meter) thick. At a 2-degree angle it looks over 42 feet

(14 meters) thick! Position devices so that the signal will travel straight through a wall or ceiling (instead

of at an angle) for better reception.

3. Building Materials make a difference. A solid metal door or aluminum studs may have a negative effect

on range. Try to position access points, wireless access points, and computers so that the signal passes

through drywall or open doorways. Materials and objects such as glass, steel, metal, walls with insulation,

water (fish tanks), mirrors, file cabinets, brick, and concrete will degrade your wireless signal.

4. Keep your product away (at least 3-6 feet or 1-2 meters) from electrical devices or appliances that

generate RF noise.

5. If you are using 2.4GHz cordless phones or X-10 (wireless products such as ceiling fans, lights, and

home security systems), your wireless connection may degrade dramatically or drop completely. Make

sure your 2.4GHz phone base is as far away from your wireless devices as possible. The base transmits

a signal even if the phone is not in use.

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Configuration

This section will show you how to configure your new D-Link wireless access point using the web-based configuration

utility.

Web-based Configuration Utility

If you wish to change the default settings or optimize

the performance of the DAP-1360, you may use the

web-based configuration utility.

To access the configuration utility, open a web browser

such as Internet Explorer and enter

dlinkap

or

192.168.0.50

in the address field.

Type

Admin

and then enter your password. Leave the

password blank by default.

If you get a Page Cannot be Displayed error, please

refer to the

Troubleshooting

section for assistance.