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D-Link DWL-3140AP Hardware Installation Guide

Installation Considerations

D-Link wireless devices allow you access your network using a wireless connection 

from virtually anywhere within the operating range of your wireless network. Keep 

in  mind,  however,  that  the  number,  thickness  and  location  of  walls,  ceilings,  or 

other  objects  that  the  wireless  signals  must  pass  through,  may  limit  the  range. 

Typical ranges vary depending on the types of materials and background RF (radio 

frequency) noise in your home or business. The key to maximizing wireless range 

is to follow these basic guidelines:

1.

  Keep the number of walls and ceilings between the D-Link access point 

and other network devices to a minimum - each wall or ceiling can reduce 

your adapter’s range from 3-90 feet (1-30 meters.) Position your devices 

so that the number of walls or ceilings is minimized.

2.

  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.

3.

  Building  Materials  make  a  difference.  A  solid  metal  door  or  aluminum 

studs may have a negative effect on range. Try to position access points, 

wireless routers, and computers so that the signal passes through drywall 

or open doorways. Materials and objects such as glass, steel, metal, walls 

with insulation, water (fish tanks), mirrors, file cabinets, brick, and concrete 

will degrade your wireless signal.

4.

  Keep your product away (at least 3-6 feet or 1-2 meters) from electrical 

devices or appliances that generate RF noise.

5.

  If you are using 2.4GHz cordless phones or X-10 (wireless products such as 

ceiling fans, lights, and home security systems), your wireless connection 

may  degrade  dramatically  or  drop  completely.  Make  sure  your  2.4GHz 

phone base is as far away from your wireless devices as possible. The 

base transmits a signal even if the phone is not in use.

Summary of Contents for DWL-3140AP - Web Smart PoE Thin Access Point

Page 1: ......

Page 2: ...ents Access Point CD Ethernet Cable 5V 1 2A Power Adapter Mounting Bracket Mounting Kit A Network with a D Link DES 1228P Wireless Switch ThisaccesspointcanonlybeusedwithaD LinkDES 1228P wireless swit...

Page 3: ...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 straigh...

Page 4: ...touching the face eyes or other exposed body part while the device s radio antenna is transmitting 4 Before using a wireless device in a hazardous location consult the local codes national codes and s...

Page 5: ...D Link DWL 3140AP Hardware Installation Guide Front Panel Rear Panel Power Receptor Receptor for the supplied power adapter...

Page 6: ...P to the DES 1228P switch using an Ethernet cable LAN LED A solid green light indicates a connection to the Ethernet port This LED blinks during data transmission Reset Press the reset button to resto...

Page 7: ...int the side with the D Link Logo toward the intended coverage area The radio antennas transmit through the top of the access point but not through the bottom where the bracket is DES 1228P Wireless S...

Page 8: ...P 2 Attach the bracket to the wall or ceiling 3 Mark the points where you will use screws Take out the bracket 4 Drill the marked points and insert the plastic wall mount 5 Let the power and CAT5 cabl...

Page 9: ...Installation Guide 8 Plug the CAT 5 cable into the access point 9 Attach the access point to the mounting bracket 10 Gently pull the power cable and the ethernet cable as you slide up to lock the acc...

Page 10: ...art D Link may at its option replace the defective Hardware or any part thereof with any reconditioned product that D Link reasonably determines is substantially equivalent or superior in all material...

Page 11: ...er is responsible for all in bound shipping charges to D Link No Cash on Delivery COD is allowed Products sent COD will either be rejected by D Link or become the property of D Link Products shall be...

Page 12: ...BLE UNDER ANY CONTRACT NEGLIGENCE STRICT LIABILITY OR OTHER LEGAL OR EQUITABLE THEORY FOR ANY LOSS OF USE OF THE PRODUCT INCONVENIENCE OR DAMAGES OF ANY CHARACTER WHETHER DIRECT SPECIAL INCIDENTAL OR...

Page 13: ...the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This...

Page 14: ...14 D Link DWL 3140AP Hardware Installation Guide Notes...

Page 15: ...15 D Link DWL 3140AP Hardware Installation Guide Product registration is entirely voluntary and failure to complete or return this form will not diminish your warranty rights Registration...

Page 16: ...put 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...

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