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D-Link DWL-3150 User Manual

Section 1 - Product Overview

WPA-Enterprise and WPA2-Enterprise is ideal for businesses that have existing security infrastructures in place.

Management and security implementation can now be centralized on a server participating on the network. Utilizing

802.1x with a RADIUS (Remote Authentication Dial-in User Service) server, a network administrator can define a list

of authorized users

If the

new client is authorized by the administration, and enters the correct username and password, then access is granted.

In a scenario where an employee leaves the company, the network administrator can remove the employee from the

authorized list and not have to worry about the network being compromised by a former employee. WPA2-Enterprise

is far superior to WPA-Enterprise, because the encryption of data is upgraded with the Advanced Encryption Standard

(AES).

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D-Link DWL-3150 User Manual

Section 1 - Product Overview

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3 Different Operation modes

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Capable of operating in one of three different operation modes to meet your

wireless networking requirements: Wireless Bridge, Wireless Workgroup Bridge, or Wireless WAN.

• Faster wireless networking speeds up to 54Mbps*.

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Compatible with 802.11b and 802.11g Devices

that is

fully compatible with the IEEE 802.11b and 802.11g

standards, the DWL-3150 can connect with existing 802.11b- or 802.11g-compliant wireless network adapter

cards.

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Compatible with the 802.11b standard

to provide a wireless data rate of up to 11Mbps - that means you can

migrate your system to the 802.11g standard on your own schedule without sacrificing connectivity.

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Better security with WPA

- The DWL-3150 can securely connect wireless clients on the network using WPA

(Wi-Fi Protected Access) providing a much higher level of security for your data and communications than has

previously been available.

• Utilizes

OFDM

technology (Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing).

• Operates in the 2.437GHz frequency range for an 802.11b and 802.11g network.

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Web-based interface

for managing and configuring.

*Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11g specifications. Actual data throughput will vary. Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of network

traffic, building materials and construction, and network overhead lower actual data throughput rate.

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D-Link DWL-3150 User Manual

Section ± - Installation

Wireless Installation Considerations

The D-Link 802.11g Wireless Bridge 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:

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. Keep the number of walls and ceilings between the D-Link adapter 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.

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. 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.

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. 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 routers, 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 in not in use.

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D-Link DWL-3150 User Manual

Section 3 - Configuration

Three Operational Modes

Operation Mode

(Only supports one mode at a time)

Function

Wireless Bridge

This enables any device behind the DWL-3150 that connects to the wireless

LAN.

Wireless Workgroup Bridge

Wirelessly connects multiple networks (using multiple DWL-3150s)

Wireless WAN

The WISP (Wireless Internet Service Provider) subscriber can share the WISP

connection without the need of an extra router.

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D-Link DWL-3150 User Manual

Section 3 - Configuration

To configure the DWL-3150, use a computer which is connected to the DWL-3150 with an Ethernet cable (see the

Network Layout

diagram).

First, disable the

Access the Internet using a proxy server

function. To disable this function, go to

Control Panel >

Internet Options > Connections > LAN Settings

and uncheck the enable box.

Open a web browser such as Internet Explorer and Type the IP address and http

port of the DWL-3150 in the address field (http://192.168.0.50) and press

Enter

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Make sure that the IP addresses of the DWL-3150 and your computer are in the

same subnet.

After the connection is established, you will see the user identification window as shown.

Note:

If you have changed the default IP address assigned to the DWL-3150, make sure to enter the correct IP

address.

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Type

admin

in the

User Name

field

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Leave the

Password

field blank

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Click

OK

Note:

If you have changed the password, make sure to enter the correct password.

Using the Configuration Menu