D Link AP3520A1 D-Link AirPremier N Dual Band Exterior PoE Access Point User Manual Manual Part 1

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2DAP-3520 User’s ManualD-Link AirPremier N Dual Band Exterior PoE Access PointTable of ContentsTable of ContentsPackage Contents 4Introduction 5Features and Benefits 6Wireless Basics 7Five Operational Modes 10Getting Started 11Using the Configuration Menu 14Home > Basic Settings > Wireless > Access Point mode 16Home > Basic Settings > Wireless > WDS with AP mode 18Home > Basic Settings > Wireless > WDS mode 20Home > Basic Settings > Wireless > Wireless Client mode 22Home > Basic Settings > Wireless > WISP Client Router mode 24Home > Basic Settings > Wireless > Open System or Shared Key authentication 26Home > Basic Settings > Wireless > WPA-Personal authentication 27Home > Basic Settings > Wireless > WPA-Enterprise authentication 28Home > Basic Settings > LAN 30Home > Basic Settings > Internet Connection > Static IP 31Home > Basic Settings > Internet Connection > Dynamic IP (DHCP) 33Home > Basic Settings > Internet Connection > PPPoE 35Home > Basic Settings > Internet Connection > PPTP 37Home > Advanced Settings > Performance 39Home > Advanced Settings > Multi-SSID 42Home > Advanced Settings > VLAN > VLAN List 45Home > Advanced Settings > VLAN > Port List 46Home > Advanced Settings > VLAN > Add/Edit VLAN 47Home > Advanced Settings > VLAN > PVID Setting 48Home > Advanced Settings > Intrusion 49Home > Advanced Settings > Schedule 50Home > Advanced Settings > QoS 51Home > Advanced Settings > DHCP Server > Dynamic Pool Settings 53Home > Advanced Settings > DHCP Server > Static Pool Setting 55Home > Advanced Settings > DHCP Server > Current IP Mapping List 57Home > Advanced Settings > Filters > Wireless MAC ACL 59Home > Advanced Settings > Filters > WLAN Partition 60Home > Advanced Settings > Router Settings > Parental Control 61Home > Advanced Settings > Router Settings > Advance Port Forwarding 62Home > Advanced Settings > Router Settings > MAC Filter 63Home > Advanced Settings > Router Settings > Firewall & DMZ 64
3DAP-3520 User’s ManualD-Link AirPremier N Dual Band Exterior PoE Access PointHome > Advanced Settings > Router Settings > Advanced Network 66Home > Status > Device Information 67Home > Status > Client Information 68Home > Status > WDS Information 69Home > Status > Stats > Ethernet 70Home > Status > Stats > WLAN 71Home > Status > Log > View Log 72Home > Status > Log > Log Settings 73Maintenance > Administrator Settings 75Maintenance > Administrator Settings > Limit Administrator 76Maintenance > Administrator Settings > System Name Settings 77Maintenance > Administrator Settings > Login Settings 78Maintenance > Administrator Settings > Console Settings 79Maintenance > Administrator Settings > SNMP Settings 80Maintenance > Administrator Settings > Ping Control Setting 81Maintenance > Firmware and SSL Certification Upload 82Maintenance > Configuration File 83Maintenance > Time and Date 84System > System Settings 85Help 86Troubleshooting 87Technical Specifications 90Warranty 92Registration 98Technical Support 99Table of Contents
4DAP-3520 User’s ManualD-Link AirPremier N Dual Band Exterior PoE Access Point D-Link DAP-3520 AirPremier N Dual Band Exterior PoE Access Point  Ethernet Cable Manual on CDPackage ContentsMinimum System Requirements If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller.Computers with Windows®, Macintosh®, or Linux-based operating systems with an installed Ethernet adapterInternet Explorer version 7.0 and above or Firefox version 3.0 and above.Package Contents DC 48V, 0.4A Power Adapter Installation Guide
5DAP-3520 User’s ManualD-Link AirPremier N Dual Band Exterior PoE Access PointThe DAP-3520 802.11a/n or b/g/n switchable AP increases productivity by allowing you to work faster and more efciently. With the DAP-3520, bandwidth-intensive applications like graphics or multimedia will benet signicantly because large les are now able to move across the network quickly.The DAP-3520 is capable of operating in one of ve different wireless networking modes; access point, WDS (Wireless Distribution System) with AP, WDS, Wireless Client, or WISP Client Router mode.Use less wiring, enjoy increased exibility, save time and money with PoE (Power over Ethernet). With PoE, the DAP-3520 shares power and data over the CAT5 cable, making the setup of your network less expensive and more convenient.An ideal solution for quickly creating and extending a wireless local area network (WLAN) in ofces or other workplaces, trade shows, and special events, the DAP-3520 providing data transfers rates up to 300Mbps. (The 802.11n standard is backwards compatible with 802.11a, 802.11g, and 802.11b devices.) IntroductionIntroduction*Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11 specications. Actual data throughput may vary. Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of network trafc, building materials and construction, and network overhead can lower actual data throughout rate.WPA/WPA2 is offered in two avors: Enterprise (used for corporations) and Personal (used for home users).WPA-Personal and WPA2-Personal are directed towards home users who do not have the server-based equipment required for user authentication. The method of authentication is similar to WEP because you dene a “Pre-Shared Key” on the wireless router/AP. Once the pre-shared key is conrmed and satised at both the client and access point, access is then granted. The encryption method used is referred to as the Temporal Key Integrity Protocol (TKIP), which offers per-packet dynamic hashing. It also includes an integrity checking feature which ensures that the packets were not tampered with during wireless transmission. WPA-Enterprise and WPA2-Enterprise are ideal for businesses that already have existing security infrastructures established. 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 dene a list of authorized users who can access the wireless LAN. When attempting to access a wireless LAN with WPA-Enterprisee congured, the new client will be requested to enter a username with a password.. If the new client is authorized by the administration, and enters the correct username and password, then access is then granted. In the case where an employee leaves the company, the network administrator is able to remove the previous employee from the authorized list to avoid compromising the EAP (Extensible Authentication Protocol) is available through the Windows® XP operating system. You will need to use the same type of EAP protocol on all devices in your network when using the 802.1x feature.
6DAP-3520 User’s ManualD-Link AirPremier N Dual Band Exterior PoE Access PointFive different operation modes - Capable of operating in one of ve different opera-tion modes to meet your wireless networking needs: Access Point, WDS with AP, WDS, Wireless Client, or WISP Client Router. Faster wireless networking with the 802.11n (draft) standard to provide a maximum wireless signal rate of up to 300 Mbps*.Compatible with the 802.11b standard to provide a wireless data rate of up to 11 Mbps, allowing you to migrate your system to the 802.11n (draft) and 802.11g standards on your own schedule without sacricing connectivity. Compatible with the 802.11g standard to provide a wireless data rate of up to 54 Mbps in the 2.4 GHz frequency range.Compatible with the 802.11a standard to provide a wireless data rate of up to 54 Mbps in the 5 GHz frequency range.Better security with WPA - The DAP-3520 can securely connect wireless clients on the network using WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access) to provide a much higher level of security for your data and communications than its previous versions.AP Manager II management software - The real-time display of the network's topology and AP’s information makes network conguration and management quick and simple.SNMP for management - The DAP-3520 is not just fast, but also supports SNMP v.3 for better network management. Superior wireless AP manager software is bundled with the DAP-3520 for network conguration and rmware upgrade. Systems administrators can also set up the DAP-3520 easily with the Web-based conguration. A D-Link D-View 6.0 module will be downloadable for network administration and real-time network trafc monitoring with D-Link D-View 6.0 software.Utilizes OFDM technology (Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing).Supports 802.3af Power over Ethernet.Supports one 10/100/1000M Ethernet port.Operates in the 2.4~2.5 GHz and 5.15~5.85 GHz** frequency ranges.Supports PPPoE on WAN interface (WISP Client Router mode).Supports NAT mode and simple rewall (WISP Client Router mode).Built-in heater.Web-based interface for managing and conguring.Features and BenefitsFeatures and Benefits*Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11 specications. Actual data throughput may vary. Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of network trafc, building materials and construction, and network overhead can lower actual data throughout rate.**Please note that operating frequency ranges vary depending on the regulations of individual countries and jurisdictions. The DAP-3520 isn’t supported in the 5.25~5.35 GHz and 5.47 ~ 5.725 GHz frequency ranges in some regions.
7DAP-3520 User’s ManualD-Link AirPremier N Dual Band Exterior PoE Access PointWireless BasicsD-Link wireless products are based on industry standards to provide high-speed wireless connectivity that is easy to use within your home, business or public access wireless networks. D-Link wireless products provides you with access to the data you want, whenever and wherever you want it. Enjoy the freedom that wireless networking can bring to you.WLAN use is not only increasing in both home and ofce environments, but in public areas as well, such as airports, coffee shops and universities. Innovative ways to utilize WLAN technology are allowing people to work and communicate more efciently. Increased mobility and the absence of cabling and other types of xed infrastructure have proven to be benecial to many users. Wireless adapter cards used on laptop and desktop systems support the same protocols as Ethernet adapter cards, allowing wireless users to use the same applications as those used on a wired network.People use WLAN technology for many different purposes:Mobility - productivity increases when people can have access to data in any location within the operating range of their WLAN. Management decisions based on real-time information can signicantly improve the efciency of a worker.Low implementation costs - WLANs are easy to set up, manage, change and relocate. Networks that frequently change can benet from WLAN's ease of implementation. WLANs can operate in locations where installation of wiring may be impractical.Installation and network expansion - by avoiding the complications of troublesome cables, a WLAN system can be fast and easy during installation, especially since it can eliminate the need to pull cable through walls and ceilings. Wireless technology provides more versatility by extending the network beyond the home or ofce.Inexpensive solution - wireless network devices are as competitively priced as conventional Ethernet network devices. The DAP-3520 saves money by providing users with multi-functionality congurable in four different modes.Scalability - Congurations can be easily changed and range from Peer-to-Peer networks, suitable for a small number of users to larger Infrastructure networks to accommodate hundreds or thousands of users, depending on the number of wireless devices deployed.Wireless Basics
8DAP-3520 User’s Manual D-Link AirPremier N Dual Band Exterior PoE Access PointStandards-Based TechnologyThe DAP-3520 Wireless Access Point utilizes the 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, and 802.11n (draft) standards.The IEEE 802.11n (draft) standard is an extension of the 802.11a, 802.11b, and 802.1g standards that came before it. It increases the maximum wireless signal rate up to 300 Mbps* within both* within both the 2.4 GHz and the 5 GHz bands, utilizing OFDM technology.This means that in most environments - within the specied range of this device - you will be able to transfer large les quickly, or even watch a movie in MPEG format over your network without noticeable delays. This technology works by transmitting high-speed digital data over a radio wave utilizing OFDM (Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing) technology. OFDM works by splitting the radio signal into multiple smaller sub-signals that are then simultaneously transmitted at different frequencies to the receiver. OFDM reduces the amount of crosstalk (interference) in signal transmissions. The D-Link DAP-3520 will automatically sense the best possible connection speed to ensure the greatest possible speed and range.802.11n offers the most advanced network security features available today, including WPA.Important InformationThis product should ONLY be installed by an experienced installer who is familiar with local building and safety codes and where ever applicable, is licensed by the appropriate authorities. Failure to do so may void the D-Link product warranty and may expose the end user or the service provider to legal and nancial liabilities. D-Link and its resellers or distributors are not liable for injury, damage, or violation of regulations associated with the installation of outdoor units or antennas.A safety grounding system is necessary to protect your outdoor installation from lightning strikes and the build-up of static electricity. The grounding system must comply with the National Electrical Code and safety standards that apply in your country. Always check with a qualied electrician if you are in doubt as to whether your outdoor installation is properly grounded.Wireless Basics*Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11 specications. Actual data throughput may vary. Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of network trafc, building materials and construction, and network overhead can lower actual data throughout rate.
9DAP-3520 User’s Manual D-Link AirPremier N Dual Band Exterior PoE Access PointWireless BasicsThe D-Link DAP-3520 lets you access your network, using a wireless connection, from virtually anywhere within its operating range. 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:Keep your product away - at least 3-6 feet or 1-2 meters - from electrical devices or appliances that generate RF noise.4 Keep the number of walls and ceilings between the DAP-3520 and other network devices to a minimum - each wall or ceiling can reduce your DAP-3520’s range by 3-90 feet (1-30 meters). Position your devices so that the number of walls or ceilings is minimized.1Be aware of the direct line between network devices. A wall that is 1.5 feet thick (0.5 meters), at a 45-degree angle appears to be almost 3 feet (1 meter) thick. At a 2-degree angle, the wall appears to be over 42 feet (14 meters) thick! Position your devices so that the signal will travel straight through a wall or ceiling - instead of at an angle - for better reception.2Building materials can impede the wireless signal - a solid metal door or aluminum studs can have a negative effect on range. Try to position wireless devices and computers with wireless adapters so that the signal passes through drywall or open doorways, and not through other materials.3Installation ConsiderationsIf you are using 2.4 GHz 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 2.4 GHz phone base is as far away from your wireless devices as possible. The base transmits a signal even when the phone is not in use.5
10DAP-3520 User’s ManualD-Link AirPremier N Dual Band Exterior PoE Access PointFive Operational ModesFive Operational ModesOperation Mode(Only supports 1 mode at a time)FunctionAccess Point (AP) Create a wireless LANWDS with AP Wirelessly connect multiple networks while still functioning as a wireless APWDS Wirelessly connect multiple networksWireless Client AP acts as a wireless network adapter for your Ethernet-enabled deviceWISP Client Router Transforms your wireless AP into a WISP Client router
11DAP-3520 User’s ManualD-Link AirPremier N Dual Band Exterior PoE Access PointGetting StartedConsult with your cable or DSL provider for proper installation of the modem.Connect the cable or DSL modem to a router. See the printed Install Guide included with your router.If you are connecting a desktop computer to your network, install a wireless PCI adapter into an available PCI slot on your desktop computer.Install the drivers for your wireless CardBus adapter into a laptop computer.See the printed Install Guide included with the DAP-3520.23456You will need broadband Internet access.1Getting Started
12DAP-3520 User’s Manual D-Link AirPremier N Dual Band Exterior PoE Access PointGetting StartedConnecting PoE (Power over Ethernet)Connect one end of an Ethernet cable (included with your package) to the LAN port on the DAP-3520 and the other end of the Ethernet cable to either your computer or to your PoE switch. The AP can be powered on by a PoE switch or by the power adapter shipped with the AP.
13DAP-3520 User’s Manual D-Link AirPremier N Dual Band Exterior PoE Access PointGetting StartedReading the LEDsLED Color Status DescriptionPower Green Solid Green The device is ready.Light Off The device is powering off.Red Blinking Red The device is booting up.LAN Green Solid Green The link is up.Blinking Green Data is being transmitted.Light Off The link is down.WLAN Green Solid Green Wireless is ready.Blinking Green Data is being transmitted.Light Off Wireless is off.
14DAP-3520 User’s ManualD-Link AirPremier N Dual Band Exterior PoE Access PointUsing the Configuration MenuUsing the Configuration MenuTo congure the DAP-3520, use a computer that is connected to the DAP-3520 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. Start your web browser program (Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox). Type the IP address and http port of the DAP-3520 in the address eld (http://192.168.0.50) and press Enter. Make sure that the IP addresses of the DAP-3520 and your computer are in the same subnet.After the connection is established, you will see the user identication window as shown. Note: If you have changed the default IP address assigned to the DAP-3520, make sure to enter the correct IP address.   Type “admin” in the User Name eld.Leave the Password eld blank.Click the Login button. Note: If you have changed the password, make sure to enter the correct password.
15DAP-3520 User’s Manual D-Link AirPremier N Dual Band Exterior PoE Access PointUsing the Configuration MenuAfter successfully logging into the DAP-3520 the following screen will appear:When making changes on most of the conguration screens in this section, use the Apply button at the bottom of each screen to save your conguration changes.Click the Apply button to congure changes.
16DAP-3520 User’s Manual D-Link AirPremier N Dual Band Exterior PoE Access PointHome > Basic Settings > Wireless > Access Point modeSelect Access Point from the pull-down menu. The other four choices are WDS with AP, WDS, Wireless Client, and WISP Client Router.Service Set Identier (SSID) is the name designated for a specic wireless local area network (WLAN). The SSID’s factory default setting is dlink. The SSID can be easily changed to connect to an existing wireless network or to establish a new wireless network. The SSID can be up to 32 characters and is case-sensitive.Enable or Disable SSID visibility. Enabling this feature broadcasts the SSID across the network, thus making it visible to all network users.Enabling this feature automatically selects the channel that provides the best wireless performance. Enable is set by default. The channel selection process only occurs when the AP is booting up.Mode:Network Name (SSID):SSID Visibility:Auto Channel Selection:Wireless Band: Select either 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz from the pull-down menu. Using the Configuration Menu
17DAP-3520 User’s Manual D-Link AirPremier N Dual Band Exterior PoE Access PointChannel: All devices on the network must share the same channel. To change the channel, rst toggle the Auto Channel Selection setting to Dis-able, and then use the pull-down menu to make the desired selec-tion. (Note: The wireless adapters will automatically scan and match the wireless settings.) Allows you to select the channel width you would like to operate in. Select 20 MHz if you are not using any 802.11n wireless clients. Auto 20/40 MHz allows you to both 802.11n and non-802.11n wire-less devices on your network.Use the pull-down menu to choose Open System, Shared Key, WPA-Personal, or WPA-Enterprise.Select Open System to communicate the key across the network.Select Shared Key to limit communication to only those devices that share the same WEP settings. If multi-SSID is enabled, this option is not available. Select WPA-Personal to secure your network using a password and dynamic key changes. No RADIUS server is required.Select WPA-Enterprise to secure your network with the inclusion of a RADIUS server.Using the Configuration MenuChannel Width:Authentication:
18DAP-3520 User’s Manual D-Link AirPremier N Dual Band Exterior PoE Access PointHome > Basic Settings > Wireless > WDS with AP mode WDS with AP mode is selected from the pull-down menu.Service Set Identier (SSID) is the name designated for a specic wireless local area network (WLAN). The SSID’s factory default setting is dlink. The SSID can be easily changed to connect to an existing wireless network or to establish a new wireless network.Enable or Disable SSID visibility. Enabling this feature broadcasts the SSID across the network, thus making it visible to all network users.Mode:Network Name (SSID):SSID Visibility:Wireless Band:In WDS with AP mode, the DAP-3520 wirelessly connects multiple networks while still functioning as a wireless AP.Using the Configuration MenuSelect either 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz from the pull-down menu.
19DAP-3520 User’s Manual D-Link AirPremier N Dual Band Exterior PoE Access PointAuto Channel Selection:Enter the MAC addresses of the APs on your network that will serve as bridges to wirelessly connect multiple networks.Using the Configuration MenuSite Survey:Remote AP MAC Address:All devices on the network must share the same channel. To change the channel, use the pull-down menu to make the desired selection. (Note: The wireless adapters will automatically scan and match the wireless settings.) Channel:Enabling this feature automatically selects the channel that will pro-vide the best wireless performance. This feature is not supported in WDS with AP mode. The channel selection process only occurs when the AP is booting up.Authentication:Click on the Scan button to search for available wireless networks, then click on the available network that you want to connect with. .Use the pull-down menu to choose Open System, Shared Key, or WPA-Personal.Select Open System to communicate the key across the network.Select Shared Key to limit communication to only those devices that share the same WEP settings. If multi-SSID is enabled, this option is not available. Select WPA-Personal to secure your network using a password and dynamic key changes. No RADIUS server is required.Allows you to select the channel width you would like to operate in. Select 20 MHz if you are not using any 802.11n wireless clients. Auto 20/40 MHz allows you to both 802.11n and non-802.11n wire-less devices on your network.Channel Width:
20DAP-3520 User’s Manual D-Link AirPremier N Dual Band Exterior PoE Access PointHome > Basic Settings > Wireless > WDS modeIn WDS mode, the DAP-3520 wirelessly connects multiple networks, without functioning as a wireless AP.Using the Configuration MenuWDS is selected from the pull-down menu.Service Set Identier (SSID) is the name designated for a specic wireless local area network (WLAN). The SSID’s factory default setting is dlink. The SSID can be easily changed to connect to an existing wireless network or to establish a new wireless network.Enable or Disable SSID visibility. Enabling this feature broadcasts the SSID across the network, thus making it visible to all network users.Mode:Network Name (SSID):SSID Visibility:Wireless Band: Select either 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz from the pull-down menu.
21DAP-3520 User’s Manual D-Link AirPremier N Dual Band Exterior PoE Access PointUsing the Configuration MenuAuto Channel Selection:Enter the MAC addresses of the APs on your network that will serve as bridges to wirelessly connect multiple networks.Site Survey:Remote AP MAC Address:All devices on the network must share the same channel. To change the channel, use the pull-down menu to make the desired selec-tion.Channel:Enabling this feature automatically selects the channel that will provide the best wireless performance. This feature is not supported in WDS mode.Authentication:Click on the Scan button to search for available wireless networks, then click on the available network that you want to connect with. Use the pull-down menu to choose Open System, Shared Key, or WPA-Personal.Select Open System to communicate the key across the network.Select Shared Key to limit communication to only those devices that share the same WEP settings.Select WPA-Personal to secure your network using a password and dynamic key changes. No RADIUS server is required.Channel Width: Use the pull-down menu to choose 20 MHz or Auto 20/40 MHz.
22DAP-3520 User’s Manual D-Link AirPremier N Dual Band Exterior PoE Access PointHome > Basic Settings > Wireless > Wireless Client modeThis option is unavailable in wireless client mode.Mode:Network Name (SSID):SSID Visibility:Wireless Band:Using the Configuration MenuSelect either 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz from the pull-down menu. Wireless Client is selected from the pull-down menu.Service Set Identier (SSID) is the name designated for a specic wireless local area network (WLAN). The SSID’s factory default setting is dlink. The SSID can be easily changed to connect to an existing wireless network.Enabling this feature automatically selects the channel that will pro-vide the best wireless performance. This feature is not supported in Wireless Client mode.Auto Channel Selection:
23DAP-3520 User’s Manual D-Link AirPremier N Dual Band Exterior PoE Access PointThe channel used will be displayed, and follow the root AP.Authentication:Channel:Site Survey: Click on the Scan button to search for available wireless networks, then click on the available network that you want to connect with.Use the pull-down menu to choose Open System or WPA-Per-sonal.Select Open System to communicate the key across the network.Select WPA-Personal to secure your network using a password and dynamic key changes. No RADIUS server is required.Use the pull-down menu to choose 20 MHz or Auto 20/40 MHz. Channel Width:Using the Configuration Menu
24DAP-3520 User’s Manual D-Link AirPremier N Dual Band Exterior PoE Access PointHome > Basic Settings > Wireless > WISP Client Router modeThis option is unavailable in wireless client mode.Mode:Network Name (SSID):SSID Visibility:Wireless Band: Select either 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz from the pull-down menu. WISP Client Router is selected from the pull-down menu.Service Set Identier (SSID) is the name designated for a specic wireless local area network (WLAN). The SSID’s factory default setting is dlink. The SSID can be easily changed to connect to an existing wireless network.Enabling this feature automatically selects the channel that will pro-vide the best wireless performance. This feature is not supported in Wireless Client mode.Auto Channel Selection:Using the Configuration Menu
25DAP-3520 User’s Manual D-Link AirPremier N Dual Band Exterior PoE Access PointThe channel used will be displayed, and follow the root AP.Authentication:Channel:Site Survey: Click on the Scan button to search for available wireless networks, then click on the available network that you want to connect with.Use the pull-down menu to choose Open System or WPA-Per-sonal.Select Open System to communicate the key across the network.Select WPA-Personal to secure your network using a password and dynamic key changes. No RADIUS server is required.Use the pull-down menu to choose 20 MHz or Auto 20/40 MHz. Channel Width:Using the Configuration Menu
26DAP-3520 User’s Manual D-Link AirPremier N Dual Band Exterior PoE Access PointUsing the Configuration MenuHome > Basic Settings > Wireless > Open System or Shared Key authentication Key Index (1~4):Key:Encryption: Use the radio button to disable or enable encryption. Key Type*: Key Size:Input up to four keys for encryption. You will select one of these keys in the Key Index pull-down menu.Enter a network key, otherwise known as a password.Retype the network key.**Hexadecimal (HEX) digits consist of the numbers 0-9 and the letters A-F.*ASCII (American Standard Code for Information Interchange) is a code that represents English letters using numbers ranging from 0-127.Select HEX or ASCII. Select 64 Bits or 128 Bits. Select the 1st through the 4th key to be the active key. Confirm Key: Network Key:
27DAP-3520 User’s Manual D-Link AirPremier N Dual Band Exterior PoE Access PointHome > Basic Settings > Wireless > WPA-Personal authenticationCipher Type:Group Key Update Interval: Select the interval during which the group key will be valid. The default value of 1800 is recommended.When you select WPA-Personal, you must also select AUTO, AES, or TKIP from the pull down menu.PassPhrase: When you select WPA-Personal, please enter a PassPhrase in the corresponding eld.Using the Configuration MenuWhen WPA-Personal is selected for Authentication type, you must also select a WPA mode from the pull-down menu: AUTO (WPA or WPA2), WPA2 Only, or WPA Only. WPA and WPA2 use different algorithms. AUTO (WPA or WPA2) allows you to use both WPA and WPA2. WPA Mode: Confirm PassPhrase: Retype the PassPhrase in the corresponding eld.
28DAP-3520 User’s Manual D-Link AirPremier N Dual Band Exterior PoE Access PointHome > Basic Settings > Wireless > WPA-Enterprise authenticationCipher Type: Group Key Update Interval: When WPA-Enterprise is selected, you must also select a cipher type from the pull-down menu: Auto, AES, or TKIP.Select the interval during which the group key will be valid. 1800 is the recommended value as a lower interval may reduce data transfer rates.Using the Configuration MenuWhen WPA-Enterprise is selected, you must also select a WPA mode from the pull-down menu: AUTO (WPA or WPA2), WPA2 Only, or WPA Only. WPA and WPA2 use different algorithms. AUTO (WPA or WPA2) allows you to use both WPA and WPA2. WPA Mode:
29DAP-3520 User’s Manual D-Link AirPremier N Dual Band Exterior PoE Access PointUsing the Configuration MenuEnable or disable Microsoft Network Access Protection.Network Access Protection:RADIUS Server: Enter the IP address of the primary RADIUS server. You must also congure RADIUS port and RADIUS secret. In addition to a primary RADIUS server, the AP allows you to set up an optional backup RADIUS server. RADIUS Port: Enter the RADIUS port.RADIUS Secret:Accounting Mode:Accounting Server:Enter the RADIUS secret.Use the drop-down menu to Enable the accounting mode feature.Enter the IP address of the primary accounting server. You must also congure the accounting port and the accounting secret. In addition, to a primary accounting server, the AP allows you to setup an optional backup accounting server.Enter the accounting port.Enter the accounting secret.Accounting Port:Accounting Secret:
30DAP-3520 User’s Manual D-Link AirPremier N Dual Band Exterior PoE Access PointStatic IP (Manual) is chosen here. Choose this option if you do not have a DHCP server in your network, or if you wish to assign a static IP address to the DAP-3520. When Dynamic IP (DHCP) is selected, the other elds here will be grayed out. Please allow about 2 minutes for the DHCP client to be functional once this selection is made. The default IP address is 192.168.0.50. Assign a static IP address that is within the IP address range of your network.Enter the subnet mask. All devices in the network must share the same subnet mask.Enter the IP address of the gateway in your network. If there is a gateway in your network, please enter an IP address within the range of your network.Home > Basic Settings > LAN Using the Configuration MenuGet IP From:IP Address:Subnet Mask:Default Gateway:LAN is short for Local Area Network. This is considered your internal network. These are the IP settings of the LAN interface for the DAP-3520. These settings may be referred to as private settings. You may change the LAN IP address if needed. The LAN IP address is private to your internal network and cannot be seen on the Internet.
31DAP-3520 User’s Manual D-Link AirPremier N Dual Band Exterior PoE Access PointHome > Basic Settings > Internet Connection > Static IPUse the drop-down menu to choose Static IP. The other three choices are Dynamic IP (DHCP), PPPoE, and PPTP. The default IP address is 192.168.0.50. Assign a static IP address that is within the IP address range of your network.Enter the subnet mask. All devices in the network must share the same subnet mask.Internet Connection Type:IP Address:Subnet Mask: Select Static IP if all WAN IP information is provided to you by your ISP. You will need to enter in the IP address, subnet mask, gateway address, and DNS address(es) provided to you by your ISP. Each IP address entered in the elds must be in the appropriate IP form, which are four octets separated by a dot (x.x.x.x). The DAP-3520 will not accept the IP address if it is not in this format.Using the Configuration Menu
32DAP-3520 User’s Manual D-Link AirPremier N Dual Band Exterior PoE Access PointEnter the IP address of the gateway in your network. If there is a gateway in your network, please enter an IP address within the range of your network. Enter the Primary DNS server IP address assigned by your ISP.Enter the Secondary DNS server IP address. This is optional.You may need to change the Maximum Transmission Unit for optimal performance with your specic ISP. The default MTU is 1500.The default MAC address is set to the WAN’s physical interface MAC address on the DAP-3520. You can tick this Clone MAC Address Enable check box to copy the MAC address of the Ethernet Card installed by your ISP and replace the WAN MAC address with the MAC address of the DAP-3520. It is not recommended that you change the default MAC address unless required by your ISP.Use the drop-down menu to select Auto or Manual. Manually enter an appropriate MAC address or click the Scan button to search for a specic MAC address.ISP Gateway:Primary DNS Address:Secondary DNS Address:MTU:Enable:MAC Source:MAC Address: Using the Configuration Menu
33DAP-3520 User’s Manual D-Link AirPremier N Dual Band Exterior PoE Access PointHome > Basic Settings > Internet Connection > Dynamic IP (DHCP)Use the drop-down menu to choose Dynamic IP (DHCP). The other three choices are Static IP, PPPoE, and PPTP. The host name is optional but may be required by some ISPs. The default host name is the model name of the device and may be changed.Enter the primary DNS (Domain Name Server) server IP address assigned by your ISP.Enter the secondary DNS (Domain Name Server) server IP address assigned by your ISP, if applicable.Internet Connection Type:Host Name:Primary DNS Address:Secondary DNS Address:Select Dynamic IP (DHCP) to obtain IP address information automatically from your ISP. Select this option if your ISP does not give you any IP numbers to use. This option is commonly used for Cable modem services.Using the Configuration Menu
34DAP-3520 User’s Manual D-Link AirPremier N Dual Band Exterior PoE Access PointUsing the Configuration MenuYou may need to change the Maximum Transmission Unit for optimal performance with your specic ISP. The default MTU is 1500.The default MAC address is set to the WAN’s physical interface MAC address on the DAP-3520. You can tick this Clone MAC Address Enable check box to copy the MAC address of the Ethernet Card installed by your ISP and replace the WAN MAC address with the MAC address of the DAP-3520. It is not recommended that you change the default MAC address unless required by your ISP.Use the drop-down menu to select Auto or Manual. Manually enter an appropriate MAC address or click the Scan button to search for a specic MAC address.MTU:Enable:MAC Source:MAC Address: Using the Configuration Menu
35DAP-3520 User’s Manual D-Link AirPremier N Dual Band Exterior PoE Access PointHome > Basic Settings > Internet Connection > PPPoEUsing the Configuration MenuChoose PPPoE (Point to Point Protocol over Ethernet) if your ISP uses a PPPoE connection. Your ISP will provide you with a username and password. This option is typically used for DSL services. Make sure to remove your PPPoE software from your computer. The software is no longer needed and will not work through a router.Use the drop-down menu to choose PPPoE. The other three choices are Static IP, Dynamic IP (DHCP), and PPTP. Select Dynamic PPPoE (most common) or Static PPPoE. Use Static PPPoE if your ISP assigned you the IP address, subnet mask, gateway, and DNS server addresses.Internet Connection Type:PPPoE Mode:
36DAP-3520 User’s Manual D-Link AirPremier N Dual Band Exterior PoE Access PointUsing the Configuration MenuEnter your PPPoE user name. Enter your PPPoE password. Retype your PPPoE password.Enter the ISP Service Name (optional).Enter the IP address (Static PPPoE only).Toggle between Receive DNS from ISP and Enter DNS Manually depending on how you will obtain your Domain Name Server information.Enter the primary DNS (Domain Name Server) server IP address assigned by your ISP.Enter the secondary DNS (Domain Name Server) server IP address assigned by your ISP, if applicable.Select either Always On, Manual, or Connect On Demand.You may need to change the Maximum Transmission Unit for optimal performance with your specic ISP. The default MTU is 1492.The default MAC address is set to the WAN’s physical interface MAC address on the DAP-3520. You can tick this Clone MAC Address Enable check box to copy the MAC address of the Ethernet Card installed by your ISP and replace the WAN MAC address with the MAC address of the DAP-3520. It is not recommended that you change the default MAC address unless required by your ISP.Use the drop-down menu to select Auto or Manual. Manually enter an appropriate MAC address or click the Scan button to search for a specic MAC addressUser Name:Password:Retype Password:Service Name:IP Address:Get DNS from:Primary DNS Address:Secondary DNS Address:Connect Mode Select:MTU:Enable:MAC Source:MAC Address:
37DAP-3520 User’s Manual D-Link AirPremier N Dual Band Exterior PoE Access PointHome > Basic Settings > Internet Connection > PPTPUsing the Configuration MenuChoose PPTP (Point-to-Point-Tunneling Protocol ) if your ISP uses a PPTP connection. Your ISP will provide you with a username and password. This option is typically used for DSL services.Use the drop-down menu to choose PPTP. The other three choices are Static IP, Dynamic IP (DHCP), and PPPoE. Select Dynamic IP (DHCP) (most common) or Static IP. Use Static IP if your ISP assigned you the IP address, subnet mask, gateway, and DNS server addresses.Internet Connection Type:PPTP Mode:
38DAP-3520 User’s Manual D-Link AirPremier N Dual Band Exterior PoE Access PointUsing the Configuration MenuEnter the IP address (Static IP only).Enter the subnet mask (Static IP only). Enter the gateway IP address provided by your ISP. The DNS server information will be supplied by your ISP (Internet Service Provider).Enter the server IP provided by your ISP (optional).Enter your PPTP account name.Enter your PPTP password.Retype your PPTP password.You may need to change the Maximum Transmission Unit for optimal performance with your specic ISP. The default MTU is 1400.The default MAC address is set to the WAN’s physical interface MAC address on the DAP-3520. You can tick this Clone MAC Address Enable check box to copy the MAC address of the Ethernet Card installed by your ISP and replace the WAN MAC address with the MAC address of the DAP-3520. It is not recommended that you change the default MAC address unless required by your ISP.Use the drop-down menu to select Auto or Manual. Manually enter an appropriate MAC address or click the Scan button to search for a specic MAC address.IP Address:Subnet Mask:Gateway:DNS Address:Server IP/Name:PPTP Acount:PPTP Password:PPTP Retype Password:MTU:Enable:MAC Source:MAC Address:
39DAP-3520 User’s Manual D-Link AirPremier N Dual Band Exterior PoE Access PointUsing the Configuration MenuHome > Advanced Settings > Performance*Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11 specications. Actual data throughput may vary. Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of network trafc, building materials and construction, and network overhead can lower actual data throughout rate.Wireless:Wireless Mode:Use the pull-down menu to turn the wireless function On or Off.The different combination of clients that can be supported include Mixed 802.11n, 802.11g and 802.11b, Mixed 802.11g and 802.11b and 802.11n Only in the 2.4 GHz band and Mixed 802.11n, 802.11a, 802.11a only, and 802.11n Only in the 5 GHz band. Please note that when backwards compatibility is enabled for legacy (802.11a/g/b) clients, degradation of 802.11n (draft) wireless performance is expected. Indicate the base transfer rate of wireless adapters on the wireless LAN. The AP will adjust the base transfer rate depending on the base rate of the connected device. If there are obstacles or interfer-ence, the AP will step down the rate. This option is enabled in Mixed 802.11g and 802.11b mode (for 2.4 GHz) and 802.11a only mode (for 5 GHz). The choices available are Best (Up to 54), 54, 48, 36, 24, 18, 12, 9, 6 for 5 GHz and Best (Up to 54), 54, 48, 36, 24, 18, 12, 9, 6, 1111, 5.5, 2 or 1 for 2.4 GHz. Data Rate*:
40DAP-3520 User’s Manual D-Link AirPremier N Dual Band Exterior PoE Access PointUsing the Configuration MenuWMM (Wi-Fi Multimedia):WMM stands for Wi-Fi Multimedia. Enabling this feature will improve the user experience for audio and video applications over a Wi-Fi network. Short GI: Select Enable or Disable. Enabling a short guard interval can increase throughput. However, be aware that it can also increase the error rate in some installations due to increased sensitivity to radio-frequency installations. IGMP Snooping: Select Enable or Disable. Internet Group Management Protocol allows the AP to recognize IGMP queries and reports sent between routers and an IGMP host (wireless STA). When IGMP snooping is enabled, the AP will forward multicast packets to an IGMP host based on IGMP messages passing through the AP.This setting determines the power level of the wireless transmission. Transmitting power can be adjusted to eliminate overlapping of wire-less area coverage between two access points where interference is a major concern. For example, if wireless coverage is intended for half of the area, then select 50% as the option. Use the pull-down menu to select 100%, 50%, 25%, or 12.5%. Transmit Power:Ack Time Out (2.4 GHZ, 48~200) or Ack Time Out (5 GHZ, 25~200): To effectively optimize throughput over long distance links enter a value for Acknowledgement Time Out between 25 and 200 micro-seconds for 5 GHz or from 48 to 200 microseconds in the 2.4 GHz in the eld provided. DTIM Interval (1-15):Select a Delivery Trafc Indication Message setting between 1 and 15. 1 is the default setting. DTIM is a countdown informing clients of the next window for listening to broadcast and multicast messages.Beacons are packets sent by an access point to synchronize a wireless network. Specify a value in milliseconds. The default (100) is recommended. Setting a higher beacon interval can help to save the power of wireless clients, while setting a lower one can help a wireless client connect to an access point faster.Beacon Interval (25-500):Select Enable or Disable. If the Ethernet connection between the LAN and the AP is disconnected, enabling this feature will cause the wireless segment associated with the AP to be disassociated from the AP. Link Integrity:
41DAP-3520 User’s Manual D-Link AirPremier N Dual Band Exterior PoE Access PointUsing the Configuration MenuConnection Limit:User Limit (0 - 64): Set the maximum amount of users that are allowed access (0-64 users).To use this feature, the Connection Limit above must be enabled. For most users, a limit of 10 is recommended. The default setting is 20.Select Enable or Disable. This is an option for load balancing. This determines whether to limit the number of users accessing this device. The exact number is entered in the User Limit eld below. This feature allows the user to share the wireless network trafc and the client using multiple APs. If this function is enabled, when the number of users exceeds this value, the DAP-3520 will not allow clients to associate with the AP. Nework Utilization: Select a utilization percentage between 180, 60, 40, 20, or 0. When this network utilization threshold is reached, the device will pause one minute to allow for network congestion to dissipate..
42DAP-3520 User’s Manual D-Link AirPremier N Dual Band Exterior PoE Access PointUsing the Configuration MenuHome > Advanced Settings > Multi-SSIDThe device supports up to eight multiple Service Set Identiers. You can set the Primary SSID in the Basic > Wireless section. The SSID’s factory default setting is dlink. The SSID can be easily changed to connect to an existing wireless network or to establish a new wireless network. Check to enable support for multiple SSIDs.This read-only value is the current band setting. You can select up to seven multi-SSIDs. With the Primary SSID, you have a total of eight multi-SSIDs.Enable Multi-SSID:Band: Index:
43DAP-3520 User’s Manual D-Link AirPremier N Dual Band Exterior PoE Access PointSelect Enable or Disable.When you select Open System, toggle between Enable and Disable. If Enable is selected, the Key Type, Key Size, Key Index (1~4), Network Key, and Conrm Keys must also be congured.Select HEX or ASCII.Select 64 Bits or 128 Bits.Select from the 1st to the 4th key to be set as the active key.Enter a network key, otherwise known as a password. Retype the network key.Key Type:Key Size:Key Index (1~4):Network Key:Confirm Key:WMM (Wi-Fi Multimedia):The Multi-SSID security can be Open System, WPA-Personal, or WPA-Enterprise. For a detailed description of the Open System parameters please go to page 26. For a detailed description of the WPA-Personal parameters please go to page 27. For a detailed description of the WPA-Enterprise parameters please go to pages 28-29. Security:Encryption:Cipher Type:Group Key Update Interval: Select the interval during which the group key will be valid. The default value of 1800 seconds is recommended.Select Auto, AES, or TKIP from the pull-down menu.PassPhrase: When you select WPA-Personal, please enter a PassPhrase in the corresponding eld.Using the Configuration MenuSSID Visibility: Enable or Disable SSID visibility. Enabling this feature broadcasts the SSID across the network, thus making it visible to all network users.When you select either WPA-Personal or WPA-Enterprise, you must also choose a WPA mode from the pull-down menu: AUTO (WPA or WPA2), WPA2 Only, or WPA Only. WPA and WPA2 use different algorithms. AUTO (WPA or WPA2) allows you to use both WPA and WPA2. In addition, you must congure Cipher Type, and Group Key Update Interval. WPA Mode: Priority: Select the desired priority from the drop-down menu.SSID: Service Set Identier (SSID) is the name designated for a specic wireless local area network (WLAN). The SSID’s factory default setting is dlink. The SSID can be easily changed to connect to an existing wireless network or to establish a new wireless network.
44DAP-3520 User’s Manual D-Link AirPremier N Dual Band Exterior PoE Access PointRADIUS Server: When you select WPA-Enterprise, enter the IP address of the primary RADIUS server. You must also congure RADIUS port and RADIUS secret. In addition to a primary RADIUS server, the AP allows you to set up an optional backup RADIUS server. RADIUS Port: Enter the RADIUS port.RADIUS Secret:Accounting Mode:Accounting Server:Enter the RADIUS secret.Use the drop-down menu to Enable the accounting mode feature.When you select WPA-Enterprise, enter the IP address of the primary accounting server. You must also congure the accounting port and the accounting secret. In addition, to a primary accounting server, the AP allows you to setup an optional backup accounting server.Enter the accounting port.Enter the accounting secret.Using the Configuration MenuConfirm PassPhrase: When you select WPA-Personal, please re-enter the PassPhrase entered in the previous item in the corresponding eld.Accounting Port:Accounting Secret:
45DAP-3520 User’s Manual D-Link AirPremier N Dual Band Exterior PoE Access PointHome > Advanced Settings > VLAN > VLAN ListThe DAP-3520 supports VLANs. VLANs can be created with a Name and VID. Mgmt (TCP stack), LAN, Primary/Multiple SSID, and WDS connection can be assigned to VLANs as they are physical ports. Any packet which enters the DAP-3520 without a VLAN tag will have a VLAN tag inserted with a PVID.The VLAN List tab displays the current VLANs. VLAN Status: Use the radio button to toggle to Enable. Next, go to the Add/Edit VLAN tab to add or modify an item on the VLAN List tab. Using the Configuration Menu
46DAP-3520 User’s Manual D-Link AirPremier N Dual Band Exterior PoE Access PointHome > Advanced Settings > VLAN > Port ListThe Port List tab displays the current ports. If you want to congure the guest and internal networks on a Virtual LAN (VLAN), the switch and DHCP server you are using must also support VLANs. As a prerequisite step, congure a port on the switch for handling VLAN tagged packets as described in the IEEE 802.1Q standard.VLAN Status: Use the radio button to toggle to Enable. Next, go to the Add/Edit VLAN tab to add or modify an item on the VLAN List tab. Using the Configuration MenuThe name of the port is displayed in this column.The Tagged VID is displayed in this column.The Untagged VID is displayed in this column.The Port VLAN Identier is displayed in this column.Port Name:Tag VID:Untag VID:PVID:
47DAP-3520 User’s Manual D-Link AirPremier N Dual Band Exterior PoE Access PointHome > Advanced Settings > VLAN > Add/Edit VLANThe Add/Edit VLAN tab is used to congure VLANs. Once you have made the desired changes, click the Apply button to let your changes take effect.Use the radio button to toggle to Enable. Provide a number between 1 and 4094 for the Internal VLAN.Enter the VLAN to add or modify.VLAN Status:VLAN ID (VID):Using the Configuration MenuVLAN Name:
48DAP-3520 User’s Manual D-Link AirPremier N Dual Band Exterior PoE Access PointHome > Advanced Settings > VLAN > PVID SettingThe PVID Setting tab is used to enable/disable the Port VLAN Identier Auto Assign Status as well as to congure various types of PVID settings. Click the Apply button to let your changes take effect.Using the Configuration MenuUse the radio button to toggle to Enable. VLAN Status:Use the radio button to toggle PVID auto assign status to Enable. PVID Auto Assign Status:
49DAP-3520 User’s Manual D-Link AirPremier N Dual Band Exterior PoE Access PointUsing the Configuration MenuHome > Advanced Settings > IntrusionThe choices include All, Valid, Neighbor, Rogue, and New. Click this button to initiate a scan of the network. AP List:DetectThe Wireless Intrusion Protection window is used to set APs as All, Valid, Neighborhood, Rogue, and New. Click the Apply button to let your changes take effect.
50DAP-3520 User’s Manual D-Link AirPremier N Dual Band Exterior PoE Access PointUsing the Configuration MenuHome > Advanced Settings > ScheduleUse the pull-down menu to enable the device’s scheduling fea-ture. Wireless Schedule:The Wireless Schedule Settings window is used to add and modify scheduling rules on the device. Click the Apply button to let your changes take effect.Enter a name for the new scheduling rule in the eld provided. Toggle the radio button between All Week and Select Days(s). If the second option is selected, check the specic days you want the rule to be effective on.Check this box to have your settings apply 24 hours a day.Toggle the pull-down menu between Off and On.Name:Day(s):All Days(s):Wireless:

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