D-Link DAP-1950 User manual
DAP-1950
User Manual
AC1900 High Performance Mesh Wi-Fi Range Extender
Version 1.00 | 2020/07/20
iD-Link DAP-1950 User Manual
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Manual Revisions
Hardware Revision Date Description
A1 v1.00 20 July, 2020 Initial release
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Preface
Power Usage
ErP 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 periods of time, it can be unplugged to save
energy.
Network Standby: 3.088 watts
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Table of Contents
Preface................................................................................. i
Product Overview..............................................................1
Package Contents.........................................................................1
System Requirements................................................................. 2
Introduction ................................................................................... 3
Features....................................................................................3
What is a Wireless Extender? ............................................4
Hardware Overview.....................................................................5
Front .......................................................................................... 5
Status/WPS LED Indicator..................................................6
Bottom......................................................................................7
Back............................................................................................8
Installation.........................................................................9
Wireless Installation Considerations......................................9
Hardware Setup ..........................................................................10
Assessing Uplink Signal Strength .........................................11
Getting Started................................................................12
WPS-PBC Conguration ...........................................................13
D-Link Wi-Fi App Setup.....................................................14
Wireless Setup Wizard...............................................................16
Access Point Mode Settings....................................................23
Conguration...................................................................24
Home ..............................................................................................24
Home - Connected to a Wi-Fi Mesh Router.......................27
Settings ..........................................................................................28
Extender Settings ...............................................................28
Existing Network............................................................29
Smart Connect................................................................30
Network Settings ................................................................32
Management................................................................................34
Time.........................................................................................34
Schedule ................................................................................35
Admin .....................................................................................36
System ....................................................................................37
Upgrade .................................................................................38
Statistics.................................................................................39
Wi-Fi Mesh Setup .............................................................40
Setup Using the D-Link Wi-Fi App........................................41
Setup Using an Ethernet Cable .............................................42
Windows® 10................................................................................43
Windows® 8...................................................................................44
Troubleshooting ..............................................................46
Wireless Basics.................................................................48
Tips...................................................................................................49
Technical Specications..................................................50
GPL Code Statement........................................................51
Regulatory Statements ...................................................66
Table of Contents
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If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller.
QIC
DAP-1950
Quick Installation Card
Quick Installation Guide
Product Overview
Package Contents
Ethernet Cable
AC1900 High Performance Mesh Wi-Fi Range Extender
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Network Requirements
• A wireless router with an active Internet connection.
• IEEE 802.11ac, 802.11n, 802.11g, 802.11b, or 802.11a
wireless clients/devices
Web-based Conguration
Utility Requirements
A Computer or Mobile Device with the following:
•Windows®, Apple® Mac OS®, or Linux-based operating system
• Wireless adapter or Wi-Fi functionality
• An Apple® iPhone®, iPad®, or Android™ device
Browser Requirements:
• Internet Explorer® 10 or later
• Firefox® 28 or later
• Safari® 6.0 or later
• Google Chrome™ 28 or later
D-Link Wi-Fi App
Requirements
• iOS® or Android™ device (Please refer to the app’s store page to
check whether your device is compatible.)
System Requirements
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Introduction
Features
High-speed Wireless Performance With Wireless 802.11ac Technology
Thanks to the latest wireless AC technology, the DAP-1950 provides a wireless connection at up to 1900 Mbps* with other 802.11ac wireless
devices.This feature lets you participate in real-time activities online, such as video streaming, online gaming, and real-time audio with
smooth performance.
Compatibility
The DAP-1950 is fully compatible with the latest 802.11ac standard, but is also backwards compatible with IEEE 802.11n/g/b/a wireless
devices, so you can use your existing devices without sacricing performance.
Compact, Convenient Design
The DAP-1950 is a compact device that is ideal for use at home or in a small oce, as it does not take up much space and is ready to use by
simply plugging it in. The bright Signal Indicator LED makes nding a suitable location a cinch. Its diminutive wall-plug design easily saves you
the hassle of dealing with a power cord.
LatestWireless Network Security and Encryption
The DAP-1950 supports wireless security features to prevent unauthorized access from the wireless network. Support for 802.11 128-bit AES
standards ensure that you’ll be able to use the best possible encryption methods with your compatible wireless devices.
Extend and Customize Your High-speed Wireless AC Network with D-Link Wi-Fi Mesh
With D-Link Wi-Fi Mesh, your Wi-Fi device (e.g. Smartphone, Tablet) will automatically roam to the strongest Wi-Fi signal, eliminating the need
to switch between your router’s and range extender’s Wi-Fi signal as you move around your home.
Easy to Set Up, Easy to Use
Setting up the AC1900 High Performance Mesh Wi-Fi Range Extender is simple. You can use the supported D-Link Wi-Fi app on your
compatible iOS or Android device to utilize the built in set up wizard. The DAP-1950 can also receive automatic over-the-air rmware updates,
which ensures the best protection and the latest features for your device.
* Maximum wireless signal rate derived from standard IEEE specications. Actual data throughput will vary. Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of network trac,
building materials and construction, and network overhead may lower actual data throughput rate. Environmental conditions will adversely aect wireless signal range.
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What is a Wireless Extender?
The DAP-1950 acts as a repeater to extend the range of an existing wireless network to provide a better signal for parts of your
home or oce that may have poor or no reception. Your existing wireless signal will be re-broadcast by the DAP-1950, allowing
you to reach the farthest corners of your home or oce.The extended network can simply use the same network credentials as the
existing network, or you can specify a dierent network name and password, giving you the exibility to control network access.
You may also use the DAP-1950 as a wireless access point by connecting an Ethernet cable.
Extend Your Wireless Network using Wi-Fi
Extend Your Wireless Network using Ethernet
Router
Internet DAP-1950 Wireless Devices
Router DAP-1950
Internet Wireless Devices
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Hardware Overview
Front
1Status LED/WPS
Button
This LED indicates the current status of the DAP-1950, as detailed on the next page and functions as a
WPS button. Press to establish a connection with another WPS compatible device. See page“WPS Button”
on page 43 for more information.
2Signal Indicator
LED
The more lit green bars on the Signal Indicator LED, the better the wireless signal to the host network. A
single solid orange LED indicates a weak Wi-Fi signal.
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LED Indicator Color Status Description
Status LED/
WPS Button
Green Solid The DAP-1950 is receiving power and connected to a host network.
Blinking WPS mode is active and is searching for another WPS device.
Red Solid The DAP-1950 is booting or an error has occurred.
Orange Blinking The DAP-1950 is not connected to a host network.
None O Device is not receiving power. Check the power outlet.
Status/WPS LED Indicator
Status/WPS LED Indicator
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Bottom
1Reset Button
Use an unfolded paperclip to press and hold the reset button on the bottom of DAP-1950 until a red light
appears. Release the button and the extender will go through its reboot process to restore to factory default
settings.
2Power Switch Use the power switch to power the DAP-1950 when it will not be in use for an extended period of time.
The factory default is ON.
3LAN Connect an Ethernet cable if you are adding wireless to a wired network.
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