D-Link DAP-1325 User Manual

D-Link DAP-1325 User Manual

N300 wi-fi range extender
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Version 1.00 | 2017/01/06
User Manual
N300 Wi-Fi Range Extender
DAP-1325/DAP-1330

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  • Page 1 Version 1.00 | 2017/01/06 User Manual N300 Wi-Fi Range Extender DAP-1325/DAP-1330...
  • Page 2: Preface

    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.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Using the WPS Button ...............42 Setup Wizard ................18 Windows® 10 ................43 Connecting Your Device via WPS ........19 Windows® 8 ...................45 WPS Successful ...............20 WPA/WPA2 ................45 WPS Unsuccessful ............20 Windows® 7 ...................47 Extend an Existing Network ..........21 WPA/WPA2 ................47 D-Link DAP-1325/DAP-1330 User Manual...
  • Page 4 WPA/WPA2 ................55 Troubleshooting ..............57 Wireless Basics ..............59 Tips ....................60 Networking Basics ............61 Check your IP address ...............61 Statically Assign an IP address ..........62 Wireless Security ............63 What is WPA? ..............63 Technical Specifications ..........64 Safety Statements ............65 D-Link DAP-1325/DAP-1330 User Manual...
  • Page 5: Product Overview

    Section 1 - Product Overview Package Contents DAP-1325 DAP-1330 N300 Wi-Fi Range Extender Wi-Fi Configuration Note Wi-Fi Configuration Card Quick Installation Guide If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller. D-Link DAP-1325/DAP-1330 User Manual...
  • Page 6: System Requirements

    • An Apple® iPhone®, iPod touch®, iPad®, or Android™ mobile device Web-based Configuration Utility Requirements Browser Requirements: • Internet Explorer® 9 or later • Edge® 13 or later • Firefox® 20.0 or later • Safari® 5.1 or later • Google Chrome™ 25.0 or later D-Link DAP-1325/DAP-1330 User Manual...
  • Page 7: Introduction

    Enjoy Wi-Fi on your porch, balcony, next to your pool, breakroom, the far end of your office, or in your basement. The DAP-1325/DAP-1330 prepares your home to become a Connected Home by allowing you to install more wireless surveillance cameras, baby monitors, sensors, and alarms in the places where you want rather just where your old signal reached.
  • Page 8: Features

    Simple Setup All it takes is a press of a button to connect compatible WPS devices to the DAP-1325/DAP-1330. Its easy-to-use web interface lets you quickly and easily connect the DAP-1325/DAP-1330 to an uplink router, configure the extended wireless network, and manage the administrative settings.
  • Page 9: What Is A Wireless Extender

    What is a Wireless Extender? The DAP-1325/DAP-1330 acts as a repeater to extend the range of an existing wireless network to provide a better signal for parts of your home or office that may have poor or no reception. Your existing wireless signal will be rebroadcast by the DAP-1325/DAP- 1330, allowing you to reach the farthest corners of your home or office.
  • Page 10: Hardware Overview

    Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Overview Use an unfolded paperclip to press and hold the reset button on the bottom of DAP-1325/DAP-1330 Reset Button for 10 seconds to restore the factory default settings. This LED indicates the current status of the DAP-1325/DAP-1330.
  • Page 11: Bottom

    Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Overview Bottom Connect an Ethernet cable if you are adding wireless to an existing wired network. D-Link DAP-1325/DAP-1330 User Manual...
  • Page 12 Status/WPS LED Indicator LED Indicator Color Status Description Solid The DAP-1325/DAP-1330 is receiving power and connected to a host network. Green Blinking WPS mode is active and ready to add a wireless device. Power/Status Solid The DAP-1325/DAP-1330 is booting or an error has occurred.
  • Page 13: Back

    Back You may locate the Wi-Fi name (SSID) and password for your DAP-1325/DAP-1330. This information is printed on the label on the back of the device. You will need this information to connect your computer or mobile device to the default network (SSID) of your DAP-1325/DAP-1330.
  • Page 14: Installation

    1. Keep the number of walls and ceilings between the D-Link router and other network devices to a minimum - each wall or ceiling can reduce your adapter’s range from 1 to 30 meters (3 to 90 feet). Position your devices so that the number of walls or ceilings is minimized.
  • Page 15: Antenna Setup

    Antenna Setup The DAP-1325/DAP-1330 is designed to give you the fastest, most stable network connection possible. In order to maximize performance, fully extend the antennas to provide optimal wireless coverage. Keep the extender in an open area for better wireless coverage.
  • Page 16: Hardware Setup

    Section 2 - Installation Hardware Setup Plug the DAP-1325/DAP-1330 into a wall outlet, and wait until the Status/WPS LED is blinking amber. Ethernet Outlet Ethernet Outlet D-Link DAP-1325/DAP-1330 User Manual...
  • Page 17: Getting Started

    QRS Mobile App on page 16 for setup instructions. • D-Link Setup Wizard - This wizard will launch when you log into the Extender’s web configuration utility for the first time. Refer to Setup Wizard on page 18 for setup instructions.
  • Page 18: Wps-Pbc Configuration

    While the Status/WPS LED is blinking amber. Push the WPS button on the source wireless router or AP, and then push the WPS button on the DAP-1325/DAP-1330. The Status/WPS LED will start to flash green. Please allow up to two minutes for the process to finish.
  • Page 19: Optimize Extender Location

    The Status/WPS LED will turn solid green when the DAP-1325/DAP-1330 has connected successfully to a wireless network and is extending that network. If the Smart Signal LED has a single amber bar after the connection process has finished, the DAP-1325/ DAP-1330 has established a poor quality connection.
  • Page 20: Qrs Mobile App

    Select and then enter your Wi-Fi password. Step 3 Once you connect to the router, launch the QRS Mobile app from the Home screen of your device and follow the on-screen instructions. QRS Mobile D-Link DAP-1325/DAP-1330 User Manual...
  • Page 21: Web-Based Setup

    * The default IP address is 192.168.0.50. Once your DAP-1325/DAP-1330 connects to the host network, it will be assigned a new IP address based on your network’s DHCP settings. You will need to log in to your router to see what IP address is assigned to your DAP-1325/ DAP-1330.
  • Page 22: Setup Wizard

    In the future, if you wish to set up your extender using the setup wizard, click the Uplink Router icon. The setup wizard is designed to guide you through a step-by-step process to configure your new DAP-1325/DAP-1330 N300 Wi-Fi Range Extender to extend your wireless network and connect to the Internet. The steps are:...
  • Page 23: Connecting Your Device Via Wps

    Section 3 - Configuration Connecting Your Device via WPS After clicking the Next button from the previous step, the DAP-1325/DAP-1330 will automatically initiate a WPS-PBC (Wireless Protected Setup - Push Button Control) search to find an uplink network to extend. If your existing wireless networking device has a physical or virtual WPS button, press or enable it within the 120 seconds allotted by the countdown timer.
  • Page 24: Wps Successful

    WPS feature, you can try using one of these alternative configuration options: Wi-Fi (Extend an existing network), see page 21 for more information Ethernet (Add wireless to your wired network), see page 24 for further setup information. D-Link DAP-1325/DAP-1330 User Manual...
  • Page 25: Extend An Existing Network

    Manual button. Note: If the wireless network you would like to extend to was not detected by the scan, your DAP-1325/DAP-1330 might be out of range and you may need to reposition the extender closer to the host network device.
  • Page 26 If you chose Manual , enter the Wireless Network Name and Password of the existing Wi-Fi network you wish to connect to. Click Next to continue on to configure your extension network settings, or click Back to return to the previous step. D-Link DAP-1325/DAP-1330 User Manual...
  • Page 27 Click Next to proceed to Configure Administrator Password, refer to page <OV> for more information, or click Back to return to the previous step. *Wireless network names and passwords are shown for example only. D-Link DAP-1325/DAP-1330 User Manual...
  • Page 28: Add Wireless To Your Wired Network

    This portion of the setup wizard will guide you through adding a wireless network to an existing wired network. Click Ethernet to proceed. Connect an Ethernet cable to your DAP-1325/DAP-1330 if you have not already done so. After making the connection, you will automatically be forwarded to the next step.
  • Page 29 Click Next to proceed to Configure Administrator Password, refer to page <OV> for more information, or click Back to return to the previous step. *Wireless network names and passwords are shown for example only. D-Link DAP-1325/DAP-1330 User Manual...
  • Page 30: Configure Administrator Password

    In order to secure the extender’s web configuration utility, please enter a new password. You will be prompted for this password each time you want to use the extender’s web configuration utility. Click Next to continue onward to Save Your Configuration. D-Link DAP-1325/DAP-1330 User Manual...
  • Page 31: Save Your Configuration

    SecurePassword *Wireless network names and passwords are shown for example only. Your changes will be saved and the extender will reboot. Devices may be connected to the new wireless extended network once the extender successfully reboots. D-Link DAP-1325/DAP-1330 User Manual...
  • Page 32: Configuration

    To fix this, click on the Uplink Router icon to start the setup wizard. Uplink Router: This icon shows the status of the connection to the uplink router. It is grey if the DAP-1325/DAP-1330 is not connected to an uplink router. Once connected, click on it to see its connection details.
  • Page 33: Uplink Router

    Section 3 - Configuration Uplink Router Upon clicking the Uplink Router icon, you will see the connection type, network status, connection up time, network name (SSID), and password. D-Link DAP-1325/DAP-1330 User Manual...
  • Page 34: Dap-1325/Dap-1330

    Section 3 - Configuration DAP-1325/DAP-1330 To view the DAP-1325/DAP-1330’s Network and Wi-Fi information, click on the DAP-1325/DAP-1330 icon. Your Network and Extended Wi-Fi Network settings are displayed at the bottom of the page. Your Extender’s MAC, IPv4, subnet mask, default gateway, and DNS Server addresses are displayed.
  • Page 35: Connected Clients

    Click on the Connected Clients icon to view details about the extender and its wireless settings. On this page, you can see all the clients currently connected to the extender, along with their IP and MAC addresses. D-Link DAP-1325/DAP-1330 User Manual...
  • Page 36: Settings

    Extender Settings This page lets you configure the settings for the DAP-1325/DAP-1330’s extended wireless network. To access this page, click the Settings drop-down menu at the top of the page, and select Extender. Click Save to apply the settings and return to the home page.
  • Page 37 2.4 GHz Extended Wi-Fi Status: Enable or disable this network by toggling this slider. Wi-Fi Name This is the name of the DAP-1325/DAP-1330’s extended (SSID): network. If using Wi-Fi, the DAP-1325/DAP-1330 will rebroadcast the uplink router’s Internet connection under this SSID. You may also manually set the SSID of the extended network.
  • Page 38: Network Settings

    Network Settings This page lets you configure the network settings for the DAP-1325/DAP-1330. To access this page, click the Settings drop-down menu at the top of the page, then select Network. Click Save at any time to save the changes you have made on this page.
  • Page 39: Autoconfiguration (Slaac/Dhcpv6)

    Autoconfiguration (SLAAC/DHCPv6) IPv6 Device Management Interface My IPv6 Select Autoconfiguration (SLAAC/DHCPv6) to have the Connection is: DAP-1325/DAP-1330 automatically receive an IPv6 address from the uplink router. Obtain IPv6 You can select to obtain IPv6 DNS server information DNS Servers automatically, or you can select to configure DNS servers Automatically: manually by clicking on the radio dial next to the option.
  • Page 40: Static Ipv6

    Enter the default gateway. Primary DNS Enter the primary IPv6 DNS server address. Server: Secondary DNS Enter the secondary IPv6 DNS server address. This is optional Server: but will provide backup if the primary server fails. D-Link DAP-1325/DAP-1330 User Manual...
  • Page 41: Link-Local Only

    Link-local Only IPv6 Device Management Interface My IPv6 Select Link-local only to only set an IPv6 address for the Connection is: local network. LAN IPv6 Link- This will show link-local address of the DAP-1325/DAP-1330. Local Address: D-Link DAP-1325/DAP-1330 User Manual...
  • Page 42: Management

    Admin This page will allow you to set a new password for the administrator account used to configure the DAP-1325/DAP-1330. You can also enable graphical authentication (CAPTCHA) on this page. To access this page, click the Management drop down menu at the top of the page, and select Admin.
  • Page 43: System

    System This page allows you to save or restore your system configuration, reset, or reboot the DAP-1325/DAP-1330. To access this page, click the Management drop down menu at the top of the page, and select System. Click Save at any time to save the changes you have made on this page.
  • Page 44: Upgrade

    Upgrade Firmware and language upgrades may be provided for the DAP-1325/DAP-1330 in the future. You can check and upgrade your firmware and language pack on this page. To access this page, click the Management drop down menu at the top of the page, and select Upgrade.
  • Page 45: Statistics

    Statistics. Click Clear to reset the statistics. Statistics Tabs Click on the each tab to see traffic information about each of the DAP-1325/ DAP-1330’s interfaces. The Blue line indicates the upload speeds and the red line indicates the download speeds.
  • Page 46: Connecting Wireless Clients To The Extended Network

    Many wireless devices such as wireless routers, media players, printers, and cameras will have a WPS button (or a software utility with WPS) that you can press to connect to the DAP-1325/DAP-1330. Please refer to the user manual for the wireless device you want to connect to make sure you understand how to enable WPS, then follow the steps below: Step 1: Press the WPS button on the DAP-1325/DAP-1330 for about 1 second.
  • Page 47: Windows® 10

    Wireless Icon Clicking on this icon will display a list of wireless networks which are within range of your computer. Select the desired network by clicking on its SSID. D-Link DAP-1325/DAP-1330 User Manual...
  • Page 48 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 the one on the wireless router. D-Link DAP-1325/DAP-1330 User Manual...
  • Page 49: Windows® 8

    Wireless Icon Clicking on this icon will display a list of wireless networks which are within connecting proximity of your computer. Select the desired network by clicking on the network name. D-Link DAP-1325/DAP-1330 User Manual...
  • Page 50 WPS button on your router at this point to enable the WPS function. When you have established a successful connection with a wireless network, the word Connected will appear next to the name of the network to which you are connected. D-Link DAP-1325/DAP-1330 User Manual...
  • Page 51: Windows® 7

    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. D-Link DAP-1325/DAP-1330 User Manual...
  • Page 52 If you get a good signal but cannot access the Internet, check your TCP/IP settings for your wireless adapter. Refer to the Wireless Basics section in this manual for more information. 4. The following window appears while your computer tries to connect to the router. D-Link DAP-1325/DAP-1330 User Manual...
  • Page 53 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. D-Link DAP-1325/DAP-1330 User Manual...
  • Page 54: Wps

    Section 5 - Connecting to a Wireless Network The WPS feature of the DAP-1325/DAP-1330 can be configured using Windows® 7. Carry out the following steps to use Windows® 7 to configure the WPS feature: 1. Click the Start button and select Computer from the Start menu.
  • Page 55 Section 5 - Connecting to a Wireless Network 3. Double-click the DAP-1325/DAP-1330. DAP-1325/DAP-1330 4. Input the WPS PIN number (on the router label) in the Setup > Wireless Setup menu in the Router’s Web UI) and click Next. D-Link DAP-1325/DAP-1330 User Manual...
  • Page 56 Section 5 - Connecting to a Wireless Network 5. Type a name to identify the network. 6. To configure advanced settings, click the icon. Click Next to continue. D-Link DAP-1325/DAP-1330 User Manual...
  • Page 57 Make a note of the security key as you may need to provide this security key if adding an older wireless device to the network in the future. 9. Click Close to complete WPS setup. D-Link DAP-1325/DAP-1330 User Manual...
  • Page 58: Windows Vista

    (displayed using the SSID) and click Connect. If you get a good signal but cannot access the Internet, check the TCP/ IP settings for your wireless adapter. Refer to Troubleshooting on page 57 for more information. D-Link DAP-1325/DAP-1330 User Manual...
  • Page 59: Wpa/Wpa2

    1. Open the Windows Vista® Wireless Utility by right-clicking on the wireless computer icon in your system tray (lower right corner of screen). Select Connect to a network. 2. Highlight the wireless network (SSID) you would like to connect to and click Connect. D-Link DAP-1325/DAP-1330 User Manual...
  • Page 60 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. D-Link DAP-1325/DAP-1330 User Manual...
  • Page 61: Troubleshooting

    • Google Chrome 28.0 or later • Make sure that you are connected to the same wireless network which is listed on the back of the DAP-1325/DAP-1330. If you have an active wired LAN Ethernet connection, try temporarily unplugging the Ethernet cable from the computer you are using, as this may eliminate possible conflicts from having two simultaneous connections on the same computer.
  • Page 62 • Access the web management interface. Open your web browser and enter the address of your extender (http://dlinkap.local) in the address bar. This should open the login page for your web management. If the DAP-1325/DAP-1330 is not connected to an uplink router, you can try accessing the web interface using the default IP address http://192.168.0.50.
  • Page 63: 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 and conveniently access your network. You will be able to enjoy the freedom that wireless networking delivers.
  • Page 64: Tips

    Don’t let your neighbors or intruders connect to your wireless network. Secure your wireless network by utilizing the WPA or WEP security feature on the extender and uplink router. Refer to the relevant sections of this manual for further details. D-Link DAP-1325/DAP-1330 User Manual...
  • Page 65: 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 the steps below.
  • Page 66: Statically Assign An Ip Address

    Set Primary DNS the same as the LAN IP address of your router (192.168.0.1). The Secondary DNS is not needed or you may enter a DNS server from your ISP. Step 5 Click OK twice to save your settings. D-Link DAP-1325/DAP-1330 User Manual...
  • Page 67: Wireless Security

    Appendix B - Networking Basics Wireless Security This section will show you the different levels of security you can use to protect your data from intruders. The DAP-1325/DAP-1330 offers the following types of security: • WPA2 (Wi-Fi Protected Access 2) •...
  • Page 68: Technical Specifications

    Dimensions • 0 to 40 ˚C (32 to 104 ˚F) • 97.9 x 50.7 x 48.7 mm (3.85 x 2.00 x 1.91 inches) Weight • 97 grams (3.42 ounces) Frequency range varies depending on local regulations D-Link DAP-1325/DAP-1330 User Manual...
  • Page 69: Safety Statements

    20cm between the radiator & your body. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. Country Code selection feature to be disabled for products marketed to the US/CANADA Industry Canada statement: D-Link DAP-1325/DAP-1330 User Manual...
  • Page 70 Cet équipement est conforme aux limites d’exposition aux rayonnements IC établies pour un environnement non contrôlé. Cet équipement doit être installé et utilisé avec un minimum de 20 cm de distance entre la source de rayonnement et votre corps. D-Link DAP-1325/DAP-1330 User Manual...

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