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1. LAN Displays the MAC address and the private local IP settings for the DHP W310AV Wireless LAN Displays the wireless MAC address and your wireless settings such as SSID and Channel PLC Shows the DHP W310AV s Powerline Connection settings Connection Type DHCP Client MAC Address 00 57 19 08 13 10 IP Address 172 17 5 2 Subnet Mask 255 255 255 0 Default Gateway 172 17 5 254 Wireless Radio Enabled MAC Address 00 57 19 08 13 20 Channel 1 Network Name SSID W310AV Wi Fi Protected Setup Enabled Configured Security WPA WPA2 PSK MAC Address 00 57 19 08 13 30 Password HomePlugAV D Link DHP W310AV User Manual 28 Section 3 Configuration The DHP W310AV keeps a running log of events and activities occurring on the DHP W310AV If the AP is rebooted the logs are automatically cleared You can save the log files prior to clearing them Log Options Save Log File First Page Last Page Previous Next Clear You can select the types of messages that you would like to display from the log System Activity Wireless Activity Critical Warning Information Select the types you want to view and click Save Settings Save the log to your hard drive Go to the first page of the log Go to the last page of the log Go to the previous page of the log Go to the next page of the log This button clears all current log content D Link DHP W310AV U
2. Configuration Connecting to a Wireless Network Using Windows 8 1 Click on the wireless computer icon in your system tray lower right corner next to the time 2 A list of available wireless networks will appear 3 Click the wireless network SSID you want to connect to and then click Connect D Link DHP W310AV User Manual Networks Airplane mode Off E Wi Fi 2 00265a493e1e dlink 5A2C dlinkedcf m lounge vanilla Networks Airplane mode Off E Wi Fi 2 00265a493e1e dlink 5A2C dlinkedcf m lounge vanilla Connect automatically 38 Section 3 Configuration 4 If the network is secure encrypted enter the Wi Fi password f Networks security key and click Next vanilla Enter the network security key ore 5 Click either to enable or disable file sharing Networks 6 You will now be connected to your wireless network vanilla Do you want to turn on sharing between PCs and connect to devices on this network No don t turn on sharing or connect to devices n public places Yes turn on sharing and connect to devices For home or work networks If you get a good signal but cannot access the Internet confirm the encryption by reviewing the profile or check the TCP IP settings for your wireless adapter Refer to the Networking Basics section in this manual for more information D Link DHP W310AV User Manual 39 Section 3 Configuration Using Windows 7 It i
3. WEP regulates access to a wireless network based on a computer s hardware specific MAC address which is relatively simple to be sniffed out and stolen EAP is built on a more secure public key encryption system to ensure that only authorized network users can access the network WPA PSK WPA2 PSK uses a passphrase or key to authenticate your wireless connection The key is an alpha numeric password between 8 and 63 characters long This key must be the exact same key entered on your wireless bridge or DHP W310AV WPA WPA2 incorporates user authentication through the Extensible Authentication Protocol EAP EAP is built on a more secure public key encryption system to ensure that only authorized network users can access the network D Link DHP W310AV User Manual 35 Section 3 Configuration Configuring WEP It is recommended to enable encryption on your wireless DHP W310AV before your wireless network adapters Please establish wireless connectivity before enabling encryption Your wireless signal may degrade when enabling encryption due to the added overhead 1 Log into the web based configuration by opening a web browser and entering http dlinkapWXYZ local on the Wi Fi Configuration Card or the IP address of the DHP W310AV 192 168 0 50 Click on Setup and then click Wireless Settings on the left side 2 Next to Security Mode in the Wireless Security Mode section select WEP Mode 3 Next to WEP Encryption select 64 bit or 1
4. Select this checkbox to enable IGMP HT20 40 Coexistence Enable Disable snooping IGMP snooping is a layer 2 feature which enables the device to learn Multicast group membership based on IGMP messages passing through the built in switch Because the switch learns the IGMP messages and knows which clients are involved in the multicast group membership it is able to forward multicast traffic only to the ports that requested it based on their membership Save Settings Don t Save Settings Select this checkbox to enable WLAN partition If this feature is enabled then there is no barrier between communication among wireless stations connecting to the DHP W310AV If this is disabled wireless clients are not allowed to exchange data through the DHP W310AV Enabling this function allows compatibility with both 802 11n devices as well as 802 11b g at the cost of speed Disabling this will give higher speeds but only allow 802 11n devices to function D Link DHP W310AV User Manual 21 Section 3 Configuration User Limit This screen lets you set the maximum number of wireless clients that can connect at one time to your DHP W310AV Enable User Check the Enable User Limit box to enable Limit limiting the number of devices that can Pm connect to the DHP W310AV Advanced Wireless User Limit Please Apply the settings to limit how many wireless stations connecting to AP Save Settings Don t Save Setting
5. display all of your IPv6 Internet and network connection details oo 0 Ss Device Info All of your network connection details are displayed on this page IPV6 CONNECTION INFORMATION IPv6 Connection Type Link Local Only LAN IPv6 Address IPv6 Default Gateway LAN IPv6 Link Local Address fe80 257 19ff fe08 1310 64 Primary DNS Server Secondary DNS Server D Link DHP W310AV User Manual Section 3 Configuration Support Click on a link in the Support heading for more information on each section of the firmware DHP W310AV SETUP ADVANCED TOOLS STATUS SUPPORT SETUP HELP Setup Wizard Wireless Settings LAN Settings PLC Settings ADVANCED HELP MAC address Filter Advanced network Wi Fi Protected Setup User Limit TOOLS HELP Admin System Firmware Time System Check Schedules STATUS HELP Device Info Wireless Logs Statistics IPv6 D Link DHP W310AV User Manual 33 Section 3 Configuration Wireless Security This section will show you the different levels of security you can use to protect your data from intruders The DHP W310AV offers the following types of security e WPA2 Wi Fi Protected Access 2 e WPA2 PSK Pre Shared Key e WPA Wi Fi Protected Access e WPA PSK Pre Shared Key e WEP Wired Equivalent Privacy What is WEP WEP stands for Wired Equivalent Privacy It is based on the IEEE 802 11 standard and uses the RC4 encryption algorithm WEP provides sec
6. e e e e Clear Clear the rule from the list Note you will have to save the settings in order for it to take effect Save Settings Click Save Settings to save and activate the new changes D Link DHP W310AV User Manual 20 Section 3 Configuration Advanced Wireless The Advanced Wireless section allows you to change several advanced settings on your DHP W310AV Most users will not need to modify this section Transmit Power WMM Enable Short GI IGMP Snooping WLAN Partition HT20 40 Coexistence Sets the transmit power of the antennas ee sa MAC Address Filter WMM isa Quality of Service QoS system for your wireless network Enabling thisfeature will improve the quality of video and voice applications for your wireless clients These options are for users that wish to change the behaviour of their 802 11n wireless radio from the standard setting D link does not recommend changing these settings from factory default Incorrect settings may impair the performance of wireless radio The default settings should provide the best wireless radio performance in most enviroments Save Settings Don t Save Settings ADVANCED WIRELESS SETTINGS Check this box to reduce the guard interval time therefore increasing the data capacity However this setting may decrease stability and reliability Transmit Power WMM Enable 7 Short GI F WLAN Partition
7. periods of time it can be unplugged to save energy Network Standby 4 11 watts D Link DHP W310AV User Manual 2 Table of Contents Table of Contents AAE fais hasinciin iain E E anna han ananmaainn 2 Man al REVISIONS sscccicacercssavstasarantesencrernaencadintnnadomibanriornuiacnmien 2 MT IANA sesca decree tanan r ies ees edie eee eters 2 Power SS cae ssccatacaeschaesssanatexeeessheacencantastgenrcagenrena ereo CEER Ea EE ANETE 2 Product OVGNVICW sibs ssicidicutncitiisictiansciniianunnansnanwnanddaiin 5 Package Contents vices cocthcnasictcs cea Shenddsere sonata ees cicerstces chatics sed aradsepstadeacaeseoedooeees 5 Systemi REGUIrEMEN tS acid nas tse icac ta ssnnecs tosantteeys eect bastclanatedicctetactsss 6 IARI OGUICTION isana Ea E EERTE 6 CONNECTION Sissis anr k rr EE TEE SEEE EEEE ERE EEES 8 LEDS EE AE EEEE E 9 Hardware stall atic saicisdesiociicvarsisvcstsiidocassasserlstissemsiineenseiiivends 10 Wireless Installation Considerations csecssesssssssssecseessessecsncsscessesesees 11 Powerline Installation Considerations ccssssssssssssssssesseessesnseseesens 12 Dale Vries sean E E uses ae AEEA 13 COMPGUPATON sacsscsscicssesisiscsdisasssssssscasssacdsenesisdecassactaaccsescscscansiacccsests 14 eS Ss 0 pe errr orn ee nee St PPS PORT eer Te 14 Hybrid LINK SECU ssssaseasestionstarstitensisddtammnniecieenanmaaneaens 15 Wireless Settings ens csec eshte ces ctiesteececcctecees teercrcersencaa Meaaveaua diet eae 16 LAN SOU UN
8. your web browser if open and open it e Access the web management Open your web browser and enter the IP address of your D Link DHP W310AV in the address bar This should open the login page for your the web management e Ifyou still cannot access the configuration unplug the power to the DHP W310AV for 10 seconds and plug back in Wait about 30 seconds and try accessing the configuration If you have multiple computers try connecting using a different computer 2 What can I do if forgot my password If you forgot your password you must reset your DHP W310AV Unfortunately this process will change all your settings back to the factory defaults To reset the DHP W310AV locate the reset button hole on the rear panel of the unit With the DHP W310AV powered on use a paperclip to hold the button down for 5 seconds Release the button and the DHP W310AV will go through its reboot process Wait about 30 seconds to access the DHP W310AV The default IP address is 192 168 0 50 When logging in the username is Admin and leave the password box empty 3 Why can t my Powerline AV device detect my other Powerline AV devices This may due to the accidental change of the device password Use the web based configuration utility and select Setup gt PLC SETTINGS Fill in the password in the blank Then repeat the same procedure to the other Powerline AV device via web based configuration utility 4 cannot start my Powerline AV device Please check yo
9. 28 bit encryption 4 Next to WEP Key 1 enter a WEP key that you create Make sure you enter this key exactly on all your wireless devices 5 Next to Authentication select Both or Shared Key D Link DHP W310AV User Manual WIRELESS SECURITY MODE WEP is the wireless encryption standard To use it you must enter the same key s into the Access Point and the wireless stations For 64 bit keys you must enter 10 hex digits into each key box For 128 bit keys you must enter 26 hex digits into each key box A hex digit is either a number from 0 to 9 or a letter from A to F For the most secure use of WEP set the authentication type to Shared Key when WEP is enabled You may also enter any text string into a WEP key box in which case it will be converted into a hexadecimal key using the ASCII values of the characters A maximum of 5 text characters can be entered for 64 bit keys and a maximum of 13 characters for 128 bit keys If you choose the WEP security option this device will ONLY operate in Legacy Wireless mode 802 11B G This means you will NOT get 11N performance due to the fact that WEP is not supported by the Draft 11N specification digits length applies to all keys WEP Key 1 Authentication Both v 36 Section 3 Configuration Configuring WPA WPA2 Personal It is recommended to enable encryption on your wireless DHP W310AV before your wireless network adapters Please establish wireless connect
10. 3 D Link Version 2 00 09 11 2014 User Manual PowerLine AV500 Wireless N Mini Extender DHP W310AV no os woe Preface D Link reserves the right to revise this publication and to make changes in the content hereof without obligation to notify any person or organization of such revisions or changes Manual Revisions Revision Dae C C scription Sid 23 December 2013 e Initial release for Al version 21 August 2014 e add Windows 8 Trademarks D Link and the D Link logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of D Link Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States or other countries All other company or product names mentioned herein are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies Copyright 2014 by D Link Corporation All rights reserved This publication may not be reproduced in whole or in part without prior expressed written permission from D Link Systems Inc This purpose of this product is to create a constant network connection for your devices As such it does not have a standby mode or use a power management mode If you wish to power down this product please simply unplug it from the power outlet Power Usage This device is an Energy Related Product ErP with High Network Availability HiNA and automatically switches to a power saving Network Standby mode within 1 minute of no packets being transmitted If it is not needed during certain
11. AS esssrasestcanetnesitracasicnans onboaamecacieaanin ean risani iana anina 17 LAN Settings Static Peien anns 18 PAG SC or a 1O E E E E E EE E 19 ONEIN EE o A E EEE N E E AAE N 20 MAC Address Filte i accrues cissicrncrccnerrinariciietnaanmaaees 20 Advanced WireleSS esseeseeseeseeseeseseseeerrssssrrssrsrsssssesssssesssssssssssssssse 21 D Link DHP W310AV User Manual User Limit ssrsenione nenii n ER RER RNE RGR 22 TOO S rnaen E E E O 23 AAMI essnnrareianre aiaei i a RAE RE 23 SAE a EA E E EE 24 PUREE E AE TE EEA 25 ENAA ESEE A AAA TAE E A 26 SYSTEM CICK iessiissrerssseseisssvevsstaviueisi eus stEn EVSEN ENESES ENEE Ea Ear iar EE EENE 27 SLUG E E A E E EA 28 Device Oressnonmssiena ana ENE 28 Eola e EAE A E EE E E EEE E O 29 SOUS CS S E A E E E EE 30 WV TFT SSS aces sets cu etaecasacepcnestsecxndebdadog ices asdesetsiuedibenersdudadsblanniteauees 31 PVO auen EAE EAEN 32 S101310 h A E E E 33 Wireless Security siiscceshesicwosssiiadant bidecsnaniwseateusisnarciuvensiabideuaneamedecdions 34 What is WEP sates secs cchececie ace a EE tSoaccee 34 What is WPA ote ccet ceca celta a ces av eeveetiere shat cenesliacly 35 Connguring WEP sscccsescsesscecscceceescctsouupescsdys ctuecucsascetdnces iae EE Ea EEE EES 36 Configuring WPA WPA2 Personal ssssssssssssessscosseseeeeeseeereseeseeeeeereeee 37 Connecting to a Wireless Network e sessssscssocssocsssosessosssossssosesosess 38 Using Windows 8 ssssessssssssessssssssseses
12. CONNECTION TYPE Choose the mode to be used by the access point to connect to the IPv6 Internet My IPv6 Connection Is Linkdocal Only X LAN IPV6 ADDRESS SETTINGS Use the section to configure the internal network settings of your AP or wireless stations The LAN IPv6 Link Local Address is the IPv6 Address that you use to access the Web based management interface LAN IPv6 Link Local Address fe80 257 19ff fe08 1310 64 Save Settings Don t Save Settings 17 Section 3 Configuration LAN Settings Static IP Select Static IP to manually enter the IP address subnet mask and default gateway addresses LAN Connection Type IP Address Subnet Mask Default Gateway DNS Server Save Settings Select Static IP from the drop down menu Enter the IP address of the DHP W310AV The default IP address is 192 168 0 50 If you change the IP address once you click Apply you will need to enter the new IP address in your browser to return to the configuration utility You can also connect with the device name See previous page Enter the Subnet Mask Enter the Gateway This is usually the LAN or internal IP address of your router This is the Domain Name Server that looks up addresses on the Internet you may have a specific one you need to connect to Click Save Settings to save and activate the new changes D Link DHP W310AV User Manual Use this section to conf
13. HP W310AV User Manual 7 Section 1 Product Overview Hardware Overview Connections o E ahhh hd Push this button to create a secure Powerline connection with another adapter 1 Common Cohnect Button More on this connection is available at Hardware Installation on page 10 It can also be used to connect using Wi Fi Protected Setup WPS To connect using WPS press this button then press the WPS button on your wireless client 2 RJ 45 10 100BASE TX Ethernet Port Connects to Digital Media Devices PCs Game Consoles Network Storage Devices 3 Reset Button Press and hold the button for 5 seconds to reset to factory default D Link DHP W310AV User Manual Section 1 Product Overview Hardware Overview LEDs A solid light indicates a proper connection to the power supply A blinking light indicates it is in 1 Power LED sleep mode or seeking a Powerline connection Wireless LED A solid light indicates that the wireless segment is ready Powerline LED A solid light indicates that a Powerline connection is established Ethernet LED A solid light indicates a connection to an Ethernet enabled device D Link DHP W310AV User Manual Section 2 Installation Hardware Installation Note A minimum of two Powerline devices your DHP W310AV and another pre existing device are required to create a Powerline network Power Plug the DHP W310AV into an AC wall outlet where y
14. II SETUP ADVANCED TOOLS STATUS Device Info Traffic Statistics displays Receive and Transmit packets passing through the device 179875 RX Packet Numbers 177249 0 RX Packets Dropped 2940 56700546 RX Packets Bytes 38737769 348206 RX Packet Numbers 2412 0 RX Packets Dropped 0 72033995 RX Packets Bytes 308331 742301 RX Packet Numbers 196319 0 RX Packets Dropped 0 229693801 RX Packets Bytes 70249263 30 Section 3 Configuration Wireless This section allows you to view the wireless devices that are connected to your wireless DHP W310AV Number of Displays the number of devies that are Wireles Clients connected to the DHP W310AV via wireless DHP W310AV SETUP ADVANCED TOOLS STATUS View the wireless dients that are connected to the access point A dient might linger in the list for a few minutes after an unexpected disconnect NUMBER OF WIRELESS CLIENTS 1 SSID The wireless network s name MAC Address Displays the Ethernet ID MAC address of the wireless client SSID MAC Address Uptime Mode Rssi W310AV 00 23 DF 73 00 54 18Minutes 15Seconds 11g 100 Uptime Shows howlong that device has been connected to the DHP W310AV Mode Shows the mode the device is using to connect to your DHP W310AV This should be 11b 11g or 11n Rssi This shows the strength of your device s connection D Link DHP W310AV User Manual 31 Section 3 Configuration IPv6 This section will
15. Link DHP W310AV User Manual 58 Appendix A Technical Specifications LEDs Power e Ethernet e WLAN Powerline Safety amp Emissions e FCC CE e ROHS e UL CE LVD Dimensions 39 35x58 2x105mm 1 55x2 30x4 14 inch Weight e United Kingdom 0 145 kg 0 33 Ibs e Europe 0 142 kg 0 32 Ibs D Link DHP W310AV User Manual 59
16. Network Getting information from dlink 41 Section 3 Configuration 5 Enter the same security key or passphrase that is on your DHP W310AV and click Connect It may take 20 30 seconds to connect to the wireless network If the connection fails please verify that the security settings are correct The key or passphrase must be exactly the same as on the wireless router Additionally you may connect using Wi Fi Protected Setup WPS and Push Button Configuration PBC When the window to the right is displayed press the Common Connect Button on the DHP W310AV D Link DHP W310AV User Manual rc iy Connect to a Network Type the network security key Security key Hide characters You can also connect by pushing the button on the router 42 Section 3 Configuration Using Windows Vista Windows Vista users may use the convenient built in wireless utility Follow these instructions From the Start menu go to Control Panel and then click on Network m mo ee and Sharing Center pioka Signi A O MULT LAPTOP Internet This computer A Not connected Wireless networks are available Connect to a network The utility will display any available wireless networks in your area Click on a network displayed using the SSID and click the Connect button The Wi Fi Configuration Card will list your device s specific network it will not
17. When enabled you can choose to block the devices listed or only allow the devices listed MAC Filtering Set MAC Filtering to ALLOW DENY or OFF Rules ALLOW means only the devices listed can access the network DENY means the devices listed cannot access the network OFF means a this function is currently disabled a MAC Address Filter Advanced Wireless The MAC Media Access Controller Address filter option is used to control network access based on the MAC Address of the network adapter A MAC address is a unique ID assigned by the manufacturer of the network adapter This feature can be configured to ALLOW or DENY network Internet access Save Settings Don t Save Settings Description You may make a note for your convenience such as My PC or My friend s smartphone 25 MAC FILTERING RULES Configure MAC Filtering below Turn MAC Filtering OFF e MAC Address Enter the MAC address you would like to filter To find the MAC address on a computer please refer to Networking Basics on page 56 Click Save Settings to activate and save Remaining number of rules that can be created 25 Description MAC Address Note If you are filtering to ALLOW only the listed devices make sure to add your own computer to the list or you will be denied access to the network and the configuration utility If you DENY the listed addresses be sure not to include your computer E E
18. also manually configure your network Wi Fi settings are covered at Wireless Settings on page 16 and Powerline settings are at PLC Settings on page 19 This wizard will guide you through a step by step process to configure your new D Link powerline AP device Internet Powerline Device Your Device Step 1 Create powerline network Step 2 Configure Wi Fi security Step 3 Set your Device Password Step 4 Confirm your settings D Link DHP W310AV User Manual 15 Section 3 Configuration Wireless Settings The DHP W310AV lets you customize your wireless settings for your access point This device allows you to extend your current network so you can roam about the house while staying connected the entire time Wireless Network Service Set Identifier SSID is the name Name of your wireless network Create a name DHP W310AV II ADVANCED TOOLS STATUS SUPPORT Setup Wizard Helpful Hints i f i wireless Settings Use this section t figure the wireless settings for your D Link device Pl te that using up to 32 characters The SSID iscase S e sensitive To protect your privacy you can configure wireless security features This device supports three wireless security modes including WEP WPA and WPA2 Save Settings Don t Save Settings Enable Auto The Auto Channel Scan setting can be Channel Scan selected to allow the DHP W310 to choose the channel with the least amount of interf
19. be simply dlink Seuss We Select a network to connect to If you get a good signal but cannot access the Internet check you show TCP IP settings for your wireless adapter Refer to the Networking es E Basics section in this manual for more information R vario a anes A eddy5G Security enabled network Click Connect Anyway to continue Unsecured network D Link DHP W310AV User Manual 43 Section 3 Configuration The utility will display the following window to indicate a connection is being made The final window indicates the establishment of a successful connection The next two pages display the windows used to connect to either a WEP or a WPA PSK wireless network D Link DHP W310AV User Manual 44 Section 3 Configuration Configuring Wireless Security It is recommended to enable wireless security WPA WPA2 on your wireless router or DHP W310AV before configuring your wireless adapter If you are joining an existing network you will need to know the security key or passphrase being used 1 Open the Windows Vista Wireless Utility by right clicking on the wireless Not Connected computer icon in your system tray lower right corner of screen Select Bit Wireless networks are available Connect to a network s Connect to a network Network and Sharing Center 7il 120i rivi E Ty Friday X 8 17 2007 2 Highlight the wireless network SSID you would like to conne
20. ck to the settings that were in effect at the time the DHP W310AV was shipped from the factory Any settings that Settings have not been saved will be lost including any rules that you have created If you would like to save the current DHP W310AV configuration settings use the Save button above Reboot the Click to reboot the DHP W310AV Device Clear Language Clears any language pack that is currently installed For more about language packs refer to Firmware on page 25 Pack D Link DHP W310AV User Manual 24 Section 3 Configuration Firmware You can upgrade the firmware of the DHP W310AV from this page Make sure the firmware you would like to use is on the local hard drive of your computer Click Browse to locate the firmware file to be used for the update Please check the D Link support site for firmware updates at http support dlink com You can download firmware upgrades to your hard drive from the D Link support site Firmware Information Firmware Upgrade Language Pack Upgrade Click on the blue hyperlink at the top of the page the to find out if there is an updated firmware or language pack If a new version exists download the new firmware to your hard drive After you have downloaded the new firmware click Browse to locate the firmware update on your hard drive Click Upload to complete the firmware upgrade You can change the interface language of the device by uploading a language
21. ct to and p Connect to a network click Connect Disconnect or connect to another network Show All x Unsecured network Unsecured network Security enabled network Set up a connection or network Open Network and Sharing Center D Link DHP W310AV User Manual 45 Section 3 Configuration 3 Enter the same security key or passphrase that is on your router and click Connect E P Connect to a network It may take 20 30 seconds to connect to the wireless network If the connection fails please verify that the security settings are correct The key or passphrase must be exactly the same as on the wireless router Type the network security key or passphrase for Candy The person who setup the network can give you the key or passphrase Security key or passphrase E Display characters f you have a USB flash drive with network settings for Candy insert it now D Link DHP W310AV User Manual 46 Section 3 Configuration Using Windows XP Windows XP users may use the built in wireless utility Zero Configuration Utility The following instructions are for Service Pack 2 users If you are using another company s utility or Windows 2000 please refer to the user manual of your wireless adapter for help with connecting to a wireless network Most utilities will have a site survey option similar to the Windows XP utility as seen below If you rece
22. e base is as far away from your wireless devices as possible The base transmits a signal even if the phone is not in use D Link DHP W310AV User Manual 11 Section 2 Installation Powerline Installation Considerations Plan the location of your Powerline devices 1 Do not connect the Powerline devices to an extension cord surge protector or Avoid using the Powerline devices in an electrical outlet that is located near an Connect Powerline devices to electrical outlets that are not controlled by a wall switch to avoid accidentally turning off power to the device power strip as this might prevent it from working correctly or negatively impact network performance appliance that uses a lot of power such as a washer or dryer or a refrigerator This may prevent the adapter from working correctly or negatively impact network performance Verify that your Powerline devices are electrically rated to operate with the power available in your location To help prevent against electrical shock be sure to plug the power cables into properly grounded electrical outlets D Link DHP W310AV User Manual 12 Section 2 Installation Safety Please read all of the safety and operating instructions before using your device 1 Do not open the device or attempt to repair or service the device 3 Ensure that the device is plugged into the wall in a vertical position 4 Use the device in a dry location and avoid plac
23. efault name is listed on your Wi Fi Configuration Card Use the drop down menu to select Dynamic IP DHCP to automatically obtain an IP address on the LAN private network For Static IP setup see the next page Your Internet Service Provider ISP may require this to be set a certain way for Internet access Contact your ISP regarding such requirements This shows the current IPv6 address of the DHP W310AV on your network Click Save Settings to save and activate the new changes D Link DHP W310AV User Manual DHP W310AV ADVANCED TOOLS STATUS Hy Use this section to configure the internal network settings of your AP or wireless stations to configure the built in DHCP server to assign IP addresses to computers on your network The IP address that is configured here is the IP address that you use to access the Web based management interface If you change the IP address in this section you may need to adjust your PC s network settings to access the network again Save Settings Don t Save Settings Device Name diinkap Use this section to configure the internal network settings of your AP or wireless stations The IP address that is configured here is the IP address that you use to access the Web based management interface If you change the IP address here you may need to adjust your PC s network settings to access the network again LAN Connection Type Dynamic IP DHCP w IPV6
24. ely stable site such as x P 3 Ping Test sends ping packets to test a computer on the Internet your favorite search engine or news site can help tell you ifyour Internet connection is working properly If you can ping a site Hinar chines i or address from here but your computer is getting no connectivity then the DHP W310AV is working properly but there is the problem with the computer IPV6 PING TEST Host Name or IPv6 Address Enter a host name or IP address above and click Ping IPv6 Ping Test This is similar to the regular Ping Test but using a IPv6 address Ping Result Ping timeout means that the site did not respond This happens if the site is down or does not exist but also if you do not have Internet connectivity If you ping several common websites and all result in a timeout then there is likely an issue with your Internet connection If the result says a site is alive then your Internet connection is working D Link DHP W310AV User Manual 27 Section 3 Configuration Status Device Info This page displays the current information for the DHP W310AV It will display the LAN and wireless LAN information DHP W310AV SETUP ADVANCED TOOLS sans 09 All of your network connection details are displayed on this page The firmware version is also displayed here 2000 01 02 19 02 24 1 00 Tue 11 Sep 2012 General Displays the DHP W310AV s time and firmware version
25. er to use servers printers or an Internet connection supplied through the wired LAN D Link DHP W310AV User Manual 52 Section 4 Troubleshooting What is Wireless Wireless or Wi Fi technology is another way of connecting your computer to the network without using wires Wi Fi uses radio frequency to connect wirelessly so you have the freedom to connect computers anywhere in your home or office D Link is the worldwide leader and award winning designer developer and manufacturer of networking products D Link delivers the performance you need at a price you can afford D Link has all the products you need to build your network How does wireless work Wireless works similar to how cordless phone work through radio signals to transmit data from one point A to point B But wireless technology has restrictions as to how you can access the network You must be within the wireless network range area to be able to connect your computer There are two different types of wireless networks Wireless Local Area Network WLAN and Wireless Personal Area Network WPAN Wireless Local Area Network WLAN In a wireless local area network a device called an DHP W310AV AP connects computers to the network The DHP W310AV has a small antenna attached to it which allows it to transmit data back and forth over radio signals With an indoor DHP W310AV as seen in the picture the signal can travel up to 300 feet With an outdoor DHP W310AV the signal ca
26. erence WI FI NETWORK SETTINGS Wi Fi Network Name SSID giink cei8 Enable Auto Channel Scan 7 Wireless Channel WI FI SECURITY MODE Wireless Channel By default the channel is set to 1 The Channel can be changed to fit the channel setting for an existing wireless network or to customize the wireless network If you enable Auto Channel Selection this option will be greyed out Security Mode wpajwpa2 X WPA WPA2 WPA WPA2 requires stations to use high grade encryption and authentication Network Key iywfn79903 8 63 ASCII or 64 HEX Wireless Security amp WPA WPA2 is more secure than WEP WEP devices that are unable to use WPA Use of TKIP AES security framework provides the optimum mix of security and compatibility Please refer to Wireless Security on page 34 for more information Password Choose a password that is strong A good password uses both letters and numbers in unpredictable places Example bad passwords could be password or 12345678 D Link DHP W310AV User Manual 16 Section 3 Configuration Device Name LAN Connection Type IPv6 Connection Type LAN IPv6 Address Settings Save Settings LAN Settings This section will allow you to change the local network settings of the DHP W310AV and to configure the DHCP settings Enter the Device Name of this DHP W310AV You will use this name to connect to it through a web browser The d
27. essetsrseesssssssssssesrreeterseessesssssesstereeeeneses 38 Using Windows 7 ssssssssssesssessssssssssesesserstsrsrsssesesssseseeseestsrseessesessssesesereresrreeses 40 Using Windows Vista sssssssssessseeseseesessesssssseserererrsetrrsesssssssesessrerreeeneses 43 Configuring Wireless S CUIItY ccsscsscssecssecseccssccssecnecceesecsseeses 45 Table of Contents Using WINGOWS X P arsnsenecncnn enine verre eirtrte erie nena Sennen NTI 47 Configuring WPA PSK oases catascocubacasiccdectnascsaczusceadcacchsiceticoectasscatinss 48 Troubleshooting ssssssissssssssssssssssssssssssssssesssssscsssssssssssssssssssssssssosssssssss 50 Wireless BaSiCS cnsssccccisnecsnsevocceenassscasnaessssensavecssscasudssbanencssvessncsnseonce 52 What is Wireless 2c cissccensoinainitenncanaancneinenainaoneann 53 How does wireless work sessssssssssssseessessssssssterssessnsssssseeeseesessssss 53 Wireless Local Area Network WLAN s sssssssssssssseesssssssssessressesss 53 Networking BaSiCS ss ssssssesssssssesssossscossessssessessssossoossecs ossseesssssess sss 56 Check your IP addreSS ssssssseseseesessssssssessseseseeseeeesessssnsesssseseeeeeeesessssesessseee 56 Statically Assign an IP addreSS ssssssssssssssssessesssssssssssesssssesereessssssssssssses 57 Technical Specifications sssssssssssssssssssssssosssssssisssisosssescsnossssisssassssssse 58 D Link DHP W310AV User Manual Section 1 Product Overview Product Overview Packa
28. ge Contents D Link DHP W310AV PowerLine AV500 Wireless N Mini Extender CAT5 Ethernet Cable CD ROM with User Manual Wi Fi Configuration Card D Link DHP W310AV User Manual Section 1 Product Overview System Requirements Network Requirements e IEEE 802 11n or 802 11g wireless clients e 10 100 Ethernet clients Browser Requirements e Internet Explorer 7 0 or higher e Firefox 3 5 or higher e Safari 4 0 or higher e Chrome 8 0 or higher CD Requirements e Windows 7 Vista XP 8 Mac OS 8 above e CD ROM drive e PC with 1 5 Ghz processor e 1 GB memory Introduction The DHP W310AV allows you to connect both wired and wireless computers high definition TVs networking devices and gaming consoles using the most pervasive medium in your home the electrical wiring Share Internet connections and experience smooth file transfers streaming multimedia online gaming and more The Powerline AV500 Wireless N Mini Extender features easy plug and play installation and can be connected to any Ethernet enabled device The PowerLine AV500 Wireless N Mini Extender incorporates the latest technology to improve on the AV technology s data speeds over a home s existing electrical wiring This fast transmission speed provides ample bandwidth suitable for streaming high quality video HDTV signals while simultaneously providing high speed Internet access throughout the home With Quality of Service QoS support the performance of appl
29. http dlinkapWXYZ local on the Wi Fi Configuration Card instead of the IP address e Make sure you have an updated Java enabled web browser We recommend the following Microsoft Internet Explorer 7 0 and higher Mozilla Firefox 3 5 and higher Google Chrome 8 0 and higher Apple Safari 4 0 and higher e Verify physical connectivity by checking for solid link lights on the device If you do not get a solid link light try using a different cable or connect to a different port on the device if possible If the computer is turned off the link light may not be on e Disable any internet security software running on the computer Software firewalls such as Zone Alarm Black Ice Sygate Norton Personal Firewall and Windows XP firewall may block access to the configuration pages Check the help files included with your firewall software for more information on disabling or configuring it D Link DHP W310AV User Manual 50 Section 4 Troubleshooting e Configure your Internet settings e Go to Start gt Settings gt Control Panel Double click the Internet Options Icon From the Security tab click the button to restore the settings to their defaults e Click the Connection tab and set the dial up option to Never Dial a Connection Click the LAN Settings button Make sure nothing is checked Click OK e Go to the Advanced tab and click the Reset button to restore these settings to their defaults Click OK three times e Close
30. ications which require real time communication such as VolP phonecalls and multiplayer online games will not be compromised even while streaming Internet TV and music D Link DHP W310AV User Manual 6 Section 1 Product Overview Data Transmission Over electrical Wiring The D Link DHP W310AV PowerLine AV500 Wireless N Mini Extender compliant with the HomePlug AV standard uses your home s existing electrical wiring to create a network or extend your existing network It turns every power outlet into a potential network connection to access digital media devices game consoles print servers computers and network storage devices throughout your home Additionally Wireless N provides high speed transfers without the need for unsightly network cables Faster Wireless Speeds amp Wider Operational Range The Wireless N technology incorporated into the DHP W310AV offers increased speed and range beyond standard 802 1 1g technology Initial wireless setup can be accomplished quickly thanks to a convenient setup wizard WPA and WPA2 encryption keep your network traffic safe and secure Ideal For Bandwidth Intensive Applications The DHP W310AV is capable of delivering Powerline AV data transfer rates even higher than the old AV standard This rapid transmission speed makes it ideal for bandwidth intensive applications guaranteeing smooth HD video streaming clear VoIP calls and lag free online gaming experiences In addition it prioritizes Inte
31. igure the internal network settings of your AP or wireless stations The IP address that is configured here is the IP address that you use to access the Web based management interface If you change the IP address here you may need to adjust your PC s network settings to access the network again LAN Connection Type Static IP STATIC IP LAN CONNECTION TYPE Enter the IPv4 address information IPv4 Address Subnet Mask Default Gateway Primary DNS Server Secondary DNS Server 18 Section 3 Configuration Power Saving Network Name Public Network Name Private Network Name Scan Member List QoS Setting PLC Settings This section will show you how to configure your new D Link Powerline AV using the web based configuration utility Power save mode You can set the name of your network and to make it either public or private Make sure the Network Name of all of the devices within your Powerline network is the same Select this option if you would like to make your Powerline network public with the default Network Name of HomePlugAV Since this is a commonly used Network Name it is less secure than a private Network Name Select this option if you wish to make your Powerline network more secure by using a private Network Name Click this button to scan for new Powerline devices This is automatically done periodically and upon loading this page This section provide
32. ing it in humid environments 5 Do not submerge the device in liquid or attempt to clean it with liquids or solvents To clean the device disconnect it from the power outlet and use a damp towel 6 Keep the device out of direct sunlight 7 Do not cover or block the vents on the device 8 Make sure that the device has adequate room for ventilation 9 Avoid placing the device near a heater or radiator D Link DHP W310AV User Manual Section 3 Configuration Configuration Setup If you wish to change the default settings or optimize the performance Internet Explorer cannot display the webpage Windows Intemet Explorer of the DHP W310AV you may use the web based configuration utility E http dlinkap To access the configuration utility open a web browser such as Internet Fie Edt View Favorites Tool Help Explorer and enter either http dlinkapWXYZ local this is on the Wi Fi Configuration Card or http 192 168 0 50 in the address field By default Admin will be the User Name Leave the password blank If you receive a Page Cannot be Displayed error please refer to Troubleshooting on page 50 for assistance Log in to the Access Point You will automatically proceed to the Setup heading after logging in D Link DHP W310AV User Manual 14 Section 3 Configuration Hybrid Link Setup Use the wizard s on screen incstructions to conveniently set up your network if you have not yet You can
33. ion This feature is disabled by ae ee default Save Settings Don t Save Settings Save Settings Click Save Settings to save and activate the new changes D Link DHP W310AV User Manual 23 Section 3 Configuration System This page lets you both save and delete settings on your DHP W310AV Local Hard Drive W310AV configuration settings to a fle on p the computer you are using Click the Save button You will then see a file dialog where p 5 restore the factory default settings you can select a location and file name for ES the settings System Ched Save Settings To Local Hard Drive Save Load Settings From Local Hard Drive Choose File No file chosen Upload Settings Restore To Factory Default Settings Restore Device Reboot The Device Reboot the Device Clear Language Pack Clear Save Settings To Use this option to save the current DHP Once the AP or wireless client is configured you can save the configuration settings to a configuration file on your hard drive You also have the option to load configuration settings or Load Settings From Use this option to load previously saved DHP Local Hard Drive W310AV configuration settings Click Browse to find a previously saved configuration file Then click the Upload Settings button to transfer those settings to the DHP W310AV Restore to This option will restore all configuration Factory Default settings ba
34. ive the Wireless Networks Detected bubble click on the center of the bubble to access the utility or Right click on the wireless computer icon in your system tray lower right corner next to the time Select View Available Wireless Networks The utility will display any available wireless networks in your area Click on a network displayed using the SSID and click the Connect button The Wi Fi Configuration Card will list your device s specific network it will not be simply dlink If you get a good signal but cannot access the Internet check your TCP IP settings for your wireless adapter Refer to the Networking Basics section in this manual for more information D Link DHP W310AV User Manual Wireless networks detected x One or more wireless networks are in range of this computer To see the list and connect click this message Change Windows Firewall settings Open Network Connections Repair View Available Wireless Networks i Wireless Network Connection 6 Network Tasks Choose a wireless network Refresh network list Click an item in the list below to connect to a wireless network in range or to get more information 2 Set ireless network Test See smal office bt Unsecured wireless network wll Related Tasks p Danni Y Learn about wireless Unsecured wireless network alll Nett salestest Security enabled wireless network wlll J testi o fe Change the order of cre preferred netwo
35. ivity before enabling encryption Your wireless signal may degrade when enabling encryption due to the added overhead 1 Log into the web based configuration by opening a web browser and entering the IP address of the DHP W310AV 192 168 0 50 or http dlinkapWXYZ local on the Wi Fi Configuration Card then click on Setup and then click Wireless Settings on the left side 2 For Security Mode select WPA WPA2Personal 3 For Wi Fi Password enter a key The password must be between 8 63 characters and use numbers letters and or special characters 6 Click Save Settings at the top of the window to save your settings If you are configuring the DHP W310AV with a wireless adapter you will lose connectivity until you enable WPA on your adapter and enter the same passphrase as you did on the DHP W310AV D Link DHP W310AV User Manual EXTENDED WI FI NETWORK SETTINGS Hybrid Router Wi Fi Network Disconnect Name Extended Wi Fi Network Name __ Same as Hybrid Router Wi Fi Network Name Create a new WiFi Network Name WI FI SECURITY MODE Use Auto WPA or WPA2 TKIP and AES mode to achieve a balance of strong security and best compability This mode use WPA for legacy clients while maintaing higher security with stations that are WPA2 capable Enter an 8 to 63 character alphanumeric pass phrase For good security it should be of ample length and should not be a commonly known phrase Wi Fi Password 37 Section 3
36. l 48 Section 3 Configuration 3 The Wireless Network Connection box will appear Enter the WPA PSK passphrase and click Connect Wireless Network Connection The network testi requires a network key also called a WEP key or WPA key A network z key helps prevent unknown intruders from connecting to this network It may take 20 30 seconds to connect to the wireless network If the connection fails please verify that the WPA PSK settings are correct The WPA PSK passphrase must be exactly the same as on the wireless router Type the key and then dick Connect Network key Confirm network keys eee D Link DHP W310AV User Manual 49 Section 4 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting This chapter provides solutions to problems that can occur during the installation and operation of the DHP W310AV Read the following descriptions if you are having problems The examples below are illustrated in Windows XP If you have a different operating system the screenshots on your computer will look similar to the following examples 1 Why am I unable to access the web based configuration utility When entering the IP address of the D Link DHP W310AV 192 168 0 50 you are not connecting to a website on the Internet or have to be connected to the Internet The device has the utility built in from the factory Your computer must be on the same IP subnet to connect to the web based utility You may also enter
37. n reach out up to 30 miles to serve places like manufacturing plants industrial locations college and high school campuses airports golf courses and many other outdoor venues D Link DHP W310AV User Manual 53 Section 4 Troubleshooting Who uses wireless Wireless technology has become so popular in recent years that almost everyone is using it Whether it s for home or office D Link has a wireless solution for it Home e Gives everyone at home broadband access e Surf the web check email instant message etc e Gets rid of the cables around the house e Simple and easy to use Small Office and Home Office e Stay on top of everything at home as you would at office e Remotely access your office network from home e Share Internet connection and printer with multiple computers e No need to dedicate office space D Link DHP W310AV User Manual 54 Section 4 Troubleshooting Where is wireless used Wireless technology is expanding everywhere not just at home or office People like the freedom of mobility and it s becoming so popular that more and more public facilities now provide wireless access to attract people The wireless connection in public places is usually called hotspots Using a D Link Cardbus Adapter with your laptop you can access the hotspot to connect to Internet from remote locations like Airports Hotels Coffee Shops Libraries Restaurants and Convention Centers A wireless network is easy to se
38. ou want to extend your network The Power LED on the DHP W310AV will turn on to indicate it is receiving power This may take up to 60 seconds Plug in the Ethernet Cable Connect one end of the supplied CAT5 Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port on the DHP W310AV and the other end of the cable to the device s Ethernet interface Connect to Existing Network Press the Common Connect Button on the existing Powerline AV device for 3 seconds Then press the Common Connect Button on the DHP W310AV PowerLine AV500 Wireless N Mini Extender for 3 seconds This must be done within two minutes after pressing the Common Connect Button on the first device The Powerline devices will reboot Read the Wi Fi advice on the next page and continue to Configuration Note Network connectivity is confirmed when the Powerline LEDs indicators on both Powerline devices are steadily lit This will indicate that your network is now secure Internet Router DHP W310AV Notebook DHP W310AV Notebook D Link DHP W310AV User Manual 10 Section 2 Installation Wireless Installation Considerations The DHP W310AV lets you access your network using a wireless connection from anywhere within the operating range of your wireless network Keep in mind 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 fre
39. pack To install a language pack click the Browse button to locate the D Link language pack upgrade file on your computer Once you have found the file click the Upload button to begin the language pack upgrade process This can take a minute or more Finally wait for the device to reboot This process can take about 75 seconds D Link DHP W310AV User Manual Admin System Firmware Time System Check There may be new firmware for your AP or wireless client to improve functionality and performance Click here to check for an upgrade on our support site To upgrade the firmware locate the upgrade file on the local hard drive with the Browse button Once you have found the file to be used click the Upload button to start the firmware upgrade The language pack allows you to change the language of the user interface on the AP or wireless client We suggest that you upgrade your current language pack if you upgrade the firmware This ensures that any changes in the firmware are displayed correctly To upgrade the language pack locate the upgrade file on the local hard drive with the Browse button Once you have found the file to be used click the Upload button to start the language pack upgrade FIRMWARE INFORMATION Current Firmware Version 1 00 Current Firmware Date Fri 19 Oct 2012 FIRMWARE UPGRADE Note Some firmware upgrades reset the configuration options to the factory defaults Before performing an
40. quency 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 DHP W310AV and other network devices to a minimum Each wall or ceiling can reduce your adapter s range by 3 90 feet 1 30 meters Position your devices so that the number of walls or ceilings is minimized 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 Building materials make a difference A solid metal door or aluminum studs may have a negative effect on range Try to position the wireless DHP W310AV 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 Keep your product away at least 3 6 feet or 1 2 meters from electrical devices or appliances that generate RF noise If you are using 2 4GHz cordless phones or 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 phon
41. r Computer s Time Settings button at the bottom of the screen Click Save Settings to save and activate the new changes D Link DHP W310AV User Manual Admin System Firmware System Check DHP W310AV SETUP ADVANCED STATUS The Time and Date Configuration option allows you to configure update and maintain the correct time on the internal system clock From this section you can set the time zone you are in and set the NTP Network Time Protocol Server Daylight Saving can also be configured to automatically adjust the time when needed Save Settings Don t Save Settings TIME CONFIGURATION Current Time 2000 01 02 00 05 13 Time Zone GMT 06 00 Central Time US amp Canada Enable Daylight Saving Daylight Saving Offset Daylight Saving Dates 01 00 gt Month Week DayofWeek Time Dst Start Jan Dst End 12am x Jan 12 am AUTOMATIC TIME CONFIGURATION lt lt Select NTP Server v Update Now SET THE TIME AND DATE MANUALLY Date And Time year 2012 k Month Oct w Day 23 wl Hour 16 Minute 38 Second 45 iw Copy Your Computer s Time Settings Save Settings Don t Save Settings 26 Section 3 Configuration System Check This page helps you to diagnose connection problems Ping Test A ping test sends a tiny bit of information to a website and anticipates a response Pinging an extrem
42. rks e settings f Security enabled wireless network l This network requires a network key If you want to connect to this network dick Connect an 8 Connect 47 Section 3 Configuration Configuring WPA PSK It is recommended to enable encryption on your wireless router or DHP W310AV before configuring your wireless adapter If you are joining an existing network you will need to know the passphrase being used 1 Open the Windows XP Wireless Utility by right clicking on the wireless i computer icon in your system tray lower right corner of screen Select silat View Available Wireless Networks Open Network Connections Repair View Available Wireless Networks i Wireless Network Connection 6 Network Tail Choose a wireless network E Refresh network list Click an item in the list below to connect to a wireless network in range or to get more 2 Highlight the wireless network SSID you would like to connect to and information click Connect Saro g Move Unsecured wireless network all Related Tasks 4 a UD Learn about wireless Unsecured wireless network all salestest o Change the order of preferred networks Security enabled wireless network alll oy Ct ae j testi settings p Security enabled wireless network This network requires a network key If you want to connect to this network dick Connect an D Link DHP W310AV User Manua
43. rnet traffic ensuring that multimedia applications do not experience glitches while web surfing and downloads are in progress This device provides ample network bandwidth enabling digital home consumers to tap into existing electrical wiring for high quality multimedia streaming Convenient Setup and Secure Operation The DHP W310AV plugs directly into a power outlet and does not require any additional cables Extend your home network by connecting multiple devices in the farthest corners of your home via Ethernet cable or Wireless N For convenient setup wired or wireless encryption keys can be quickly configured with the push of a button on top of the device The adapter implements 128 bit AES data encryption to protect the network from unauthorized wiretapping With hassle free plug and play installation the DHP W310AV is an ideal solution to create a wall to wall home network Power outlets and electrical wiring must all be part of the same electrical system Certain electrical conditions in your home such as wiring condition and configuration may affect the performance of this product Additional D Link Powerline AV adapters are required to add new devices to the network A minimum of two D Link Powerline AV Network Adapters are required to create a network Connecting this product to a power strip with a surge protector may adversely affect the performance of this product For best results plug the adapter directly into a wall outlet D Link D
44. rol Panel gt Network and Internet gt Network and Sharing Center gt Manage Network Connections Windows XP Click on Start gt Control Panel gt Network Connections Windows 2000 From the desktop right click My Network Places gt Properties Step 2 Right click on the Local Area Connection which represents your D Link network adapter and select Properties Step 3 Highlight Internet Protocol TCP IP and click Properties Step 4 Click Use the following IP address and enter an IP address that is on the same subnet as your network Pols Mla al aisles aka or the LAN IP address on your router SSe You can get IP settings assigned automatically if your network supports this capability Otherwise you need to ask your network administrator for the appropriate IP settings Example If the AP s LAN IP address is 192 168 0 50 make your IP address 192 168 0 X where X is a number between 2 and 99 excluding the number 50 Make sure that the number you choose is not in use on the network Set Default Gateway the same as the LAN IP address of your router 192 168 0 1 Obtain an IP address automatically Use the following IP address Set Primary DNS the same as the LAN IP address of your router 192 168 0 1 SR The Secondary DNS is not needed or you may enter a DNS server from your ISP an efault gateway 192 168 0 1 RKE EE E E se the following server addresses Click OK twice to
45. s User Limit Enter the maximum number of clients between 1 and 32 o Enable User Limit User Limit 1 32 10 Save Click Save Settings to save and activate the Settings new changes Save Settings Don t Save Settings D Link DHP W310AV User Manual 22 Section 3 Configuration Tools Admin This page will allow you to change the administrator password which is used to access the configuration interface and change settings Password Enter a new password for the admin user gt i os E name The administrator account can change the configuration of the device re The admin account can access the management interface The admin has read write access Firmware and can change password By default there is no password configured It is highly recommended that you create a Verify Enter the same password that youenteredin E DANOI ta Sake Gola AP cx sain ent SCONE Password the previous textbox in order to confirm its SSos Save Settings Don t Save Settings accuracy ADMIN PASSWORD Enable Enables a CAPTCHA verification which will Please enter the same password into both boxes for confirmation Graphical require users to type letters or numbers from Password Authentication a distorted image displayed on the screen Verify Password to prevent online hackers and unauthorized OO users from gaining access to your device s configurat
46. s information on the Powerline AV devices on your Powerline network Here you can set the Quality of Service QoS settings for each network device QoS helps you prioritize network traffic based on device or the port the traffic is on DHP W310AV ADVANCED TOOLS STATUS Hybrid Link ooh Using this section to configure the power line settings and QoS settings for your D Link device LAN Settings PLC Settings Save Settings POWER SAVING NETWORK NAME NETWORK LIST QOS SETTING Port Number Don t Save Settings Public Network Name is HomePlugAV Private Network Name is Client List lt lt Computer Name lt lt Computer Name lt lt Computer Name lt lt Computer Name TCP UDP TOP TCP v Scanning X Highest v v Highest v Y Highest w pa Highest w Priorit Highest v Highest w Link Rate Mbps MAC Address Select a device from the Computer Name dropdown box and then click the lt lt above Computer Name to automatically fill in Port Number the device s MAC Address Or Set the priority for the device under the Priority dropdown box Clear settings for a rule with the Clear button Remember to click Save Settings after making changes D Link DHP W310AV User Manual 19 Section 3 Configuration Advanced MAC Address Filter Use MAC Media Access Control Filters to authorize wireless clients to access your network by their MAC addresses
47. s recommended to enable wireless security WPA WPA2 on your DHP W310AV before configuring your wireless adapter If you are joining an existing network you will need to know the security key or passphrase being used 1 Click on the wireless icon in your system tray lower right corner Wireless Icon 2 The utility will display any available wireless networks in your area Not connected ill Connections are available i Wireless Network Connection dlink kay2690_24 AllenH DIR 655 SD6_WLAN DAP 2690g wpstestl BBIQ633304WPA2 al wal aif aif aff ail all att Eddie APNAS Open Network and Sharing Center D Link DHP W310AV User Manual 40 Section 3 Configuration 3 Highlight the wireless network SSID you would like to connect to and click the Connect button The Wi Fi Configuration Card will list your device s specific network it will not be simply dlink If you get a good signal but cannot access the Internet check your TCP IP settings for your wireless adapter Refer to the Networking Basics section in this manual for more information 4 The following window appears while your computer tries to connect to the router D Link DHP W310AV User Manual Not connected afl Connections are available Wireless Network Connection a dlink wall Connect automatically kay2690_24 james2690g ALPHA dlink 888 SD6_WLAN DAP 2690q J Open Network and Sharing Center E3 Connect to a
48. save your settings Sn CEINA Altemate DNS server Cancel D Link DHP W310AV User Manual 57 Appendix A Technical Specifications Technical Specifications Standards MSC 0 15 e IEEE 802 11n e 130Mbps 270 e 117Mbps 243 IEEE 802 11g 104Mbps 216 78Mbps 162 IEEE 802 3 e 66Mbps 135 e 58 5Mbps 121 5 IEEE 802 3u e 52Mbps 108 e 39Mbps 81 e IEEE P1905 1 draft e 26Mbps 54 e 19 5Mbps 40 5 e IEEE 1901 e 12Mbps 27 e 6 5Mbps 13 5 Network Interfaces Frequency Range e One 10 100 Ethernet port e 2 4GHz to 2 497GHz e Wireless N e Powerline Encryption e 128 bit AES AC Input e WEP WPA WPA2 e 100 240 VAC 50 60 Hz Operating Temperature Security e 32 to 104 F 0 to 40 C e WPA e WEP e WPA2 Storage Temperature e 14 to 158 F 10 to 70 C Wireless Signal Rates 300Mbps 12Mbps Humidity 108Mbps_ 11Mbps e Operation 10 to 90 Relative Humidity e 54Mbps e 9Mbps e Storage 5 to 90 Relative Humidity e 48Mbps e 6Mbps 36Mbps e 5 5Mbps Transmitter Output Power e 18Mbps e 2Mbps e 14 dBm 2dB e 24Mbps e 1Mbps Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802 11g and 802 11n 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 Environmental factors will adversely affect wireless signal range D
49. ser Manual The View Log displays the activities occurring on the DHP W310AV Save Settings Don t Save Settings Save Log File To Local Hard Drive DHP W310AV II SETUP ADVANCED TOOLS STATUS Device Info LOG TYPE amp LEVEL Log Type System Activity Log Level Critical Wireless Activity Warning Information First Page Last Page Previous next Page 1 of 5 Time Sun Jan 2 20 28 26 2000 Sun Jan 2 20 14 04 2000 Sun Jan 2 20 14 04 2000 Sun Jan 2 20 14 04 2000 Message Web login success from fe80 e8a0 e70 8195 a138 Local Hostname dlinkap local already in use will try dlinkap 2 local instead mDNSCoreReceiveResponse ProbeCount 0 will deregister 4 dlinkap local Addr 172 17 5 2 mDNSCoreReceiveResponse Received from 192 168 0 117 5353 4 dlinkap local Addr 192 168 0 117 29 Section 3 Configuration Statistics The DHP W310AV keeps statistics on the traffic that passes through it You can view the amount of packets that pass through the LAN and wireless portions of the network The traffic counter will reset if the DHP W310AV is rebooted LAN STATISTICS TX Packet Numbers TX Packets Dropped TX Packets Bytes WIRELESS STATISTICS TX Packet Numbers TX Packets Dropped TX Packets Bytes PLC STATISTICS TX Packet Numbers TX Packets Dropped TX Packets Bytes D Link DHP W310AV User Manual DHP W310AV
50. the steps below ex C WINDOWS system32 cmd exe Click on Start gt Run In the run box type cmd and click OK Windows 7 ieee ntrersrreee mera 7 lt C gt Copyright 1985 2061 Microsoft Corp Vista users type cmd in the Start Search box C Documents and Settings gt ipconfig At the prompt type ipconfig and press Enter Mindows IP Configuration This will display the IP address subnet mask and the default gateway of PSSM E ss your adapter Connection specific DNS Suffix dlink Subnet Mask Default Gateway If the address is 0 0 0 0 check your adapter installation security settings 2 i r and the settings on your DHP W310AV Some firewall software programs may block a DHCP request on newly installed adapters If you are connecting to a wireless network at a hotspot e g hotel coffee shop airport please contact an employee or administrator to verify their wireless network settings D Link DHP W310AV User Manual 56 Section 4 Troubleshooting Statically Assign an IP address If you are not using a DHCP capable gateway DHP W310AV or you need to assign a static IP address please follow the steps below Step 1 Windows 8 Press the Windows key gt type IP gt Click Settings on the right side gt click View Network Connections Windows 7 Click on Start gt Control Panel gt Network and Internet gt Network and Sharing Center gt Change adapter settings Windows Vista Click on Start gt Cont
51. tup but if you re installing it for the first time it could be quite a task not knowing where to start That s why we ve put together a few setup steps and tips to help you through the process of setting up a wireless network Tips Here are a few things to keep in mind when you install a wireless network Centralize your DHP W310AV Make sure you place the bridge DHP W310AV in a centralized location within your network for the best performance Try to place the bridge DHP W310AV as high as possible in the room so the signal gets dispersed throughout your home If you have a two story home you may need a repeater to boost the signal to extend the range Eliminate Interference Place home appliances such as cordless telephones microwaves wireless speakers and televisions as far away as possible from the bridge DHP W310AV This would significantly reduce any interference that the appliances might cause since they operate on same frequency Security Don t let your next door neighbors or intruders connect to your wireless network Secure your wireless network by turning on the WPA WPA2 or WEP security feature on the DHP W310AV D Link DHP W310AV User Manual 55 Section 4 Troubleshooting Networking Basics Check your IP address After you install your new D Link adapter by default the TCP IP settings should be set to obtain an IP address from a DHCP server i e wireless router automatically To verify your IP address please follow
52. upgrade be sure to save the current configuration To upgrade the firmware your PC must have a wired connection to the AP or wireless client Enter the name of the firmware upgrade file and click on the Upload button Upload Ghose i No fie chosen LANGUAGE PACK UPGRADE Upload Ghoese Fo le chosen 25 Section 3 Configuration Time The Time Configuration option allows you to configure update and maintain the correct time on the internal system clock From this section you can set the time zone that you are in Daylight Saving can also be configured to automatically adjust the time when needed Time Zone Daylight Saving Enable NTP Server NTP Server Used Date and Time Save Settings Select the Time Zone from the drop down menu To enable Daylight Saving time adjustment click the Enable Daylight Saving check box Next use the drop down menu to select a Daylight Saving Offset and then enter a start date and an end date for daylight saving time NTP Network Time Protocol allows the device to automatically set the system clock based on an Internet NTP server Check this box to use a NTP server This will only connect to a server on the Internet not a local server Enter the NTP server or select one from the drop down menu To manually input the time enter the values in these fields for the Year Month Day Hour Minute and Second and then click Save Settings You can also click the Copy You
53. ur power supply is working Powerline AV device operates from the power supplied by the home electrical wiring and can not operate without a working power supply D Link DHP W310AV User Manual 51 Section 4 Troubleshooting Wireless Basics D Link wireless products are based on industry standards to provide easy to use and compatible high speed wireless connectivity within your home business or public access wireless networks Strictly adhering to the IEEE standard the D Link wireless family of products will allow you to securely access the data you want when and where you want it You will be able to enjoy the freedom that wireless networking delivers A wireless local area network WLAN is a cellular computer network that transmits and receives data with radio signals instead of wires Wireless LANs are used increasingly in both home and office environments and public areas such as airports coffee shops and universities Innovative ways to utilize WLAN technology are helping people to work and communicate more efficiently Increased mobility and the absence of cabling and other fixed infrastructure have proven to be beneficial for many users Wireless users can use the same applications they use on a wired network Wireless adapter cards used on laptop and desktop systems support the same protocols as Ethernet adapter cards Under many circumstances it may be desirable for mobile network devices to link to a conventional Ethernet LAN in ord
54. urity by encrypting data over your wireless network so that it is protected as it is transmitted from one wireless device to another To gain access to a WEP network you must know the key The key is a string of characters that you create When using WEP you must determine the level of encryption The type of encryption determines the key length 128 bit encryption requires a longer key than 64 bit encryption Keys are defined by entering in a string in HEX hexadecimal using characters 0 9 A F or ASCII American Standard Code for Information Interchange alphanumeric characters format ASCII format is provided so you can enter a string that is easier to remember The ASCII string is converted to HEX for use over the network Four keys can be defined so that you can change keys easily D Link DHP W310AV User Manual 34 Section 3 Configuration What is WPA WPA or Wi Fi Protected Access is a Wi Fi standard that was designed to improve the security features of WEP Wired Equivalent Privacy The 2 major improvements over WEP e Improved data encryption through the Temporal Key Integrity Protocol TKIP TKIP scrambles the keys using a hashing algorithm and by adding an integrity checking feature ensures that the keys haven t been tampered with WPA2 is based on 802 11i and uses Advanced Encryption Standard AES instead of TKIP e User authentication which is generally missing in WEP through the extensible authentication protocol EAP

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