D-Link 900AP - Access Point Setup
Aim of this article:
This guide provides instructions for using the D-Link 900 setup wizard to configure the device as an Access Point linking a Wireless and Wired network.
Your computer should initially be configured to get its IP address automatically (via DHCP). You will require a wired link to the D-Link to begin the setup.
Setup:
Begin the setup process by opening the following page in your web browser:
http://192.168.0.50/
You will be prompted for a username and password. The default username is admin the password should be left blank.
Click Login when you are ready to proceed. A screen similar to the one below should appear.
Click Run Wizard.
Click Next.
On the next screen you will be asked for a new password. You are advised to change the password from its default. Click Next when you are finished.
Enter the SSID by which you want your Wireless network to be identified.
Select the Channel the Wireless communication will take place over then click Next.
Select Enabled and then set the required Encryption level. Enter the Key which will be used for all clients on the Wireless network. We recommend using Hexidecimal Keys.
Below are examples of Keys you could use:
64Bit HEX: 0xabcd1234ab
128Bit HEX:0xabcd1234abcd1234abcd1234ab
NOTE: Zen Internet recommend you enable WEP encryption at the highest possible level your hardware can use. You should only disable WEP encryption to troubleshoot problems with Wireless connectivity.
Click Next.
Click Restart to save the settings.
The D-Link 900 AP is now configured to act as a Wireless Access Point. Click Close.
