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D-Link DWL-8220AP Install Manual

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DWL-8220AP
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  • Page 1 Version 1.0 DWL-8220AP Wireless Switch Access Point...

  • Page 2: System Requirements

    The DWL-8220AP has two RJ-45 10/100TX ports. The DWL-8220AP receives power and data through the RJ-45 ports. Use a CAT 5 straight-through Ethernet cable to connect an DWL-8220AP to a DWS-1008 wireless switch or other device in the network. The DWL-8220AP supports 802.3af, and also can receive PoE from D-Link switches and D-Link-approved power injectors.

  • Page 3: Wall Installation Recommendations

    DWL-8220AP Install Guide DWL-8220AP Mounting Options You can mount a DWL-8220AP access point on any of the following types of surfaces: • Suspended T-bar ceiling • Junction box • Solid surface wall or ceiling • Tabletop Note: The solid surface mounting option requires CAT 5 cable that does not have strain relief.

  • Page 4: Before You Begin

    2. Do not touch or move the DWL-8220AP access point when the antennas are transmitting or receiving. 3. Do not hold any radio device so that the antenna is very close to or touching the face, eyes, or other exposed body part while the device’s radio antenna is transmitting.

  • Page 5: Cable Requirement

    DWL-8220AP Install Guide Installing the Hardware Cable Requirement The Ethernet ports on the DWL-8220AP access point cannot accept a CAT 5 cable that has an uneven sheath such as the one shown below. The RJ-45 connector on the cable will not seat properly in the receptacle on the access point.
  • Page 6 2. Remove the mounting bracket from the DWL-8220AP. 3. Attach the mounting bracket to the T-bar clamp. 4. Insert the CAT 5 cable through the port connector opening in the mounting bracket, then plug the cable into the DWL-8220AP. D-Link Systems, Inc.
  • Page 7 DWL-8220AP Install Guide Installing the Hardware Suspended Ceiling Installation (continued) 5. Attach the access point to the mounting bracket. Warning: If you plan to use an external antenna for the 802.11b/g or 802.11a radio, install the antenna at least 20 cm from the access point.
  • Page 8 Installing the Hardware DWL-8220AP Install Guide Suspended Ceiling Installation (continued) 2. Install the T-bar clamp that fits the T-bar. 3. Remove the mounting bracket from the DWL-8220AP. 4. Attach the mounting bracket to the T-bar clamp. D-Link Systems, Inc.
  • Page 9 Suspended Ceiling Installation (continued) 5. Insert the CAT 5 cable through the port connector opening in the mounting bracket, then plug the cable into the DWL-8220AP. 6. Attach the DWL-8220AP to the mounting bracket. Warning: If you plan to use an external antenna for the 802.11b/g or 802.11a radio, install the antenna at least 20 cm...

  • Page 10: Junction Box Installation

    Installing the Hardware DWL-8220AP Install Guide Junction Box Installation 1. Remove the mounting bracket from the DWL-8220AP. 2. Attach the bracket to the junction box. D-Link Systems, Inc.
  • Page 11 Junction Box Installation (continued) 3. Plug the CAT 5 cable into the access point and attach the DWL-8220AP to the mounting bracket. Warning: If you plan to use an external antenna for the 802.11b/g or 802.11a radio, install the antenna at least 20 cm from the access point.

  • Page 12: Solid Wall Or Ceiling Installation

    DWL-8220AP Install Guide Solid Wall or Ceiling Installation 1. Use the mounting template to cut a hole for the CAT 5 cable. 2. Remove the mounting bracket from the DWL-8220AP. 3. Attach the bracket to the wall or ceiling. D-Link Systems, Inc.
  • Page 13 DWL-8220AP Install Guide Installing the Hardware Solid Wall or Ceiling Installation (continued) 4. Plug the CAT 5 cable into the access point. 5. Attach the access point to the mounting bracket. Warning: If you plan to use an external antenna for the 802.11b/g or 802.11a radio, install the antenna at least 20 cm...

  • Page 14: Tabletop Installation

    Installing the Hardware DWL-8220AP Install Guide Tabletop Installation 1. Remove the mounting bracket from the DWL-8220AP. 2. Reverse the bracket and attach it to the DWL-8220AP. D-Link Systems, Inc.
  • Page 15 Tabletop Installation (continued) 3. Attach the rubber feet. 4. Turn the DWL-8220AP over and place it on the table. Warning: If you plan to use an external antenna for the 802.11b/g or 802.11a radio, install the antenna at least 20 cm from the access point.

  • Page 16: Technical Support

    Version 1.0 Revised 08/07/2005 ©2005 D-Link Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. Trademarks are the property of their respective holders. Software and specifications subject to change without notice. Maximum wireless signal rate based on IEEE Standard 802.11a/11b/11g 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...

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