D-Link DAP-1610 User Manual

User Manual
DAP-1610
AC1200 Wi-Fi Range Extender
April 2018

D-Link DAP-1610 Specifications

General

Type	Network transmitter & receiver
WPS push button	Yes
Ethernet LAN data rates	10, 100 Mbit/s
Maximum transfer distance	- m
Wi-Fi band	Dual-band (2.4 GHz / 5 GHz)
Wi-Fi standards	802.11a, Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), 802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
Cabling technology	10/100Base-T(X)
Security algorithms	WPA, WPA2
Networking standards	IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11ac, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.3ab
Certification	FCC, IC, CE2. UL
Product color	White
LED indicators	Signal strength, Status, WPS
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports	1
Antenna type	External
Antennas quantity	2
AC input voltage	110-240 V
AC input frequency	50 - 60 Hz
Storage temperature (T-T)	-20 - 70 °C
Operating temperature (T-T)	0 - 35 °C
Storage relative humidity (H-H)	5 - 95 %
Operating relative humidity (H-H)	10 - 90 %

Weight and Dimensions

Depth	50.7 mm
Width	97.9 mm
Height	48.7 mm
Weight	120 g

Summary

Introduction

Contents and Audience

Describes the manual's purpose and intended users.

Conventions

Explains formatting conventions used in the manual.

Document Structure

Outlines the structure of the manual's chapters.

Overview

General Information

Provides a high-level description of the DAP-1610 device.

Specifications

Specifications

Details hardware and software specifications of the device.

Wireless Module Parameters

Lists detailed specifications for the wireless module.

Receiver Sensitivity

Details the receiver sensitivity for various Wi-Fi standards.

Modulation Schemes

Lists supported modulation schemes for Wi-Fi standards.

Physical Parameters

Lists physical dimensions and weight of the device.

Operating Environment

Details temperature, humidity, and power requirements.

Product Appearance

Upper Panel

Describes the components and LEDs on the upper panel.

Bottom Panel

Describes the port and antenna on the bottom panel.

Delivery Package

Lists the items included in the product package.

Installation and Connection

Before You Begin

General prerequisites and safety advice before installation.

Operating System and Web Browser

Specifies system requirements for configuration.

Network Adapter Requirements

Requirements for network adapters.

Connecting to PC via Ethernet

Steps to connect the extender to a PC via Ethernet.

Obtain IP Address Automatically (Windows 7)

Guides for setting up automatic IP address acquisition in Windows 7.

Change Adapter Settings (Windows 7)

Navigating to adapter settings in Windows 7.

Network Connections Window

Describes the network connections window and accessing properties.

Local Area Connection Properties

Navigating to IPv4 properties.

Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) Properties

Setting automatic IP and DNS.

Connecting to PC via Wi-Fi

Steps to connect and configure the Wi-Fi adapter.

Configure Wi-Fi Adapter (Windows 7)

Guides for setting up Wi-Fi adapter in Windows 7.

Connect to Wireless Network

Steps to connect to the extender's Wi-Fi.

Connecting to Web-based Interface

Accessing via dlinkap.local

Accessing the interface via domain name.

Initial Configuration Wizard

Describes the wizard that launches on first use.

Login Page

Details about the login screen and credentials.

Web-based Interface Structure

Summary Page Overview

Overview of the device status information displayed.

Device Information

Details about the device model, firmware, etc.

Wi-Fi 2.4/5 GHz Status

Information on wireless network status.

LAN and LAN Ports Information

Information on LAN IP addresses, client counts, and port status.

Menu Sections Overview

Describes the navigation menu in the web interface.

Initial Configuration Section

Accessing the configuration wizard.

Statistics Section

Accessing device statistics.

Connections Setup Section

Configuring LAN interface parameters.

Wi-Fi Section

Configuring wireless network settings.

Advanced, Firewall, and System Sections

Accessing advanced, firewall, and system settings.

Notifications

Notifications

Explains how notifications are displayed in the interface.

Configuring via Web-based Interface

Initial Configuration Wizard

Steps to start and use the wizard.

Restoring Default Settings

How to restore factory defaults via the wizard.

Checking Wireless Connection

Verifying wireless connection for the wizard.

Starting the Wizard and Language Selection

Initiating the configuration wizard and selecting the interface language.

Changing Default Settings

Setting admin password and Wi-Fi names.

Selecting Operation Mode

Access Point Mode

Configuration for Access Point mode.

Repeater Mode

Configuration for Repeater mode.

Client Mode

Configuration for Client mode.

Changing LAN IPv4 Address

Automatic IP Address Obtainment

Setting up automatic IP assignment.

Manual IP Address Assignment

Manually setting IP, Netmask, and Gateway.

Wi-Fi Client Configuration

Connecting to a Network

Selecting and connecting to a wireless network.

Connecting to a Hidden Network

Connecting to hidden Wi-Fi networks.

Configuring Wireless Network

Wireless Network 2.4 GHz Settings

Configuration for the 2.4GHz band.

Wireless Network 5 GHz Settings

Configuration for the 5GHz band.

Changing Web-based Interface Password

Security Considerations for Password Change

Importance of changing the default password.

Statistics Overview

Network Statistics

Viewing network connection statistics.

DHCP Statistics

Displaying DHCP lease information.

Client Statistics

Listing connected clients.

Multicast Groups Statistics

Displaying multicast group information.

Connections Setup

LAN Settings Overview

Accessing LAN settings.

IPv4 Configuration

Configuring IPv4 and DHCP server.

Dynamic IP Addresses Configuration

Configuring the DHCP server settings.

Static IP Addresses Configuration

Creating MAC-IP address pairs.

IPv6 Configuration

Configuring IPv6 address assignment.

Wi-Fi Configuration

Basic Wi-Fi Settings

Setting up wireless network parameters.

General Wi-Fi Settings

Detailed explanation of general Wi-Fi settings.

Creating Additional Wireless Networks

Adding new Wi-Fi networks.

Wi-Fi Network Parameters (SSID, BSSID)

Parameters like SSID, Hide SSID, BSSID, etc.

Security Settings Overview

Configuring network authentication and encryption.

Open and WEP Security Settings

Specific settings for Open and WEP security.

WPA-PSK Security Settings

Specific settings for WPA2-PSK security.

WPA2/WPA Security Settings

Specific settings for WPA2/WPA security with RADIUS.

Client Management

Client Management

Managing connected wireless clients.

WPS Configuration

WPS Control Settings

Enabling WPS and establishing connections.

WPS Information and Status

Details on WPS state, PIN, etc.

Using WPS Function via Web Interface

Steps for WPS connection via interface.

Using WPS Function without Web Interface

Steps for WPS connection without interface.

WMM Configuration

Wi-Fi Multimedia Overview

Overview of WMM function.

WMM Access Point/Station Settings

WMM parameters for AP and Station.

WMM Parameters Explained

Detailed explanation of WMM parameters.

Client Mode Configuration

Connecting to a Wireless Access Point

Steps to connect as a client.

Wireless Network Selection for Client

Selecting networks and connection details for client mode.

Client Mode Security Settings

Security configuration for client mode.

Additional Wi-Fi Settings

Additional WLAN Settings Overview

General additional settings.

Bandwidth and Autonegotiation Settings

Details on bandwidth and autonegotiation.

Beacon Period and Frag Threshold Settings

Other additional WLAN parameters.

MAC Filter Configuration

MAC Filter Setup Steps

Steps to set up MAC filtering rules.

MAC Filter Rule Management

Parameters for creating MAC filter rules.

Roaming Configuration

Smart Wi-Fi Client Adjustment

Details on client roaming settings.

Roaming Parameter Details

Explanation of roaming parameters.

Advanced Settings

DNS Configuration

Configuring DNS servers.

DNS Record Management

Managing DNS host records.

Ports Settings

Ethernet Port Configuration

Details on speed and duplex settings.

Speed and Flow Control Settings

Explanation of speed and flow control parameters.

Firewall Settings

MAC Address Filtering

MAC address filtering for devices.

MAC Filter Rule Management

Managing MAC filter rules.

System Settings

System Settings Overview

List of available system settings.

System Configuration Options

Changing password, language, rebooting.

System Control Buttons

Explanation of Factory, Backup, Restore, Save, Reboot buttons.

Firmware Update

Local Firmware Update

Updating firmware from a local file.

Local Firmware Update Steps

Detailed steps for local update.

Remote Firmware Update

Updating firmware from a remote server.

System Log Management

System Log Settings

Configuring logging options.

Viewing and Exporting System Logs

How to view and save logs.

Ping Utility

Ping Check Execution

How to perform a ping check.

Ping Check Execution Details

Running and clearing ping results.

Traceroute Utility

Traceroute Execution

How to perform a traceroute.

Traceroute Parameters

Explanation of traceroute parameters.

Telnet Access Configuration

Telnet Access Configuration

Enabling or disabling Telnet access.

System Time Management

Manual Time Setting

Steps for manual time configuration.

Automatic Time Synchronization (NTP)

Steps for NTP synchronization.

NTP Server Configuration Options

Using ISP provided NTP servers or running as a server.

Operation Guidelines

Safety Rules and Conditions

General safety precautions for device usage.

Wireless Installation Considerations

Tips for optimal wireless signal placement.

Abbreviations and Acronyms

Abbreviations and Acronyms List

Definitions of common abbreviations.

More Abbreviations and Acronyms

Further definitions.