D-Link DCH-M225 User manual

iD-Link DCH-M225 User Manual

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1.0 June 11, 2014 • Initial release for Revision A1

Preface

iiD-Link DCH-M225 User Manual

Table of Contents

Preface................................................................................. i

Manual Revisions........................................................................... i

Trademarks ...................................................................................... i

Product Overview.............................................................. 1

Package Contents......................................................................... 1

Minimum Requirements............................................................ 2

Introduction ................................................................................... 3

What is a Wi-Fi Extender?........................................................... 4

Features............................................................................................ 5

Hardware Overview..................................................................... 6

Front/LED Indicator.............................................................. 6

Side and Bottom/WPS and Reset.................................... 7

Product Setup .................................................................... 8

Wireless Installation Considerations...................................... 9

Recommended Placement..............................................10

Connect Your DCH-M225 to Your Router Using WPS.....11

QRS Mobile App Setup.............................................................13

Web-based Conguration Utility..........................................17

Setup Wizard ........................................................................19

Manual Conguration.......................................................22

Home.......................................................................................23

Wi-Fi Settings .......................................................................24

Extended Wi-Fi Settings ...................................................25

Audio Renderer ...................................................................26

Network Settings ................................................................27

Advanced Settings ........................................................27

Maintenance ................................................................................30

Admin .....................................................................................30

System ....................................................................................31

Upgrade Firmware..............................................................32

Statistics .................................................................................33

Conguring WPA/WPA2 Personal.........................................34

Connecting to a Wireless Network .................................36

Connecting to Wireless Clients Using WPS .......................36

Windows® 8...................................................................................37

Windows® 7...................................................................................39

Windows Vista®............................................................................42

Troubleshooting ..............................................................45

Wireless Basics .................................................................47

What is Wireless?.........................................................................48

Tips...................................................................................................50

Networking Basics...........................................................51

Statically Assign an IP Address ..............................................52

Wireless Security Options ...............................................54

Security Protocols.......................................................................54

Encryption.....................................................................................55

Authentication.....................................................................55

Technical Specications ..................................................56

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Contacting Technical Support ........................................57

Warranty...........................................................................58

Registration .....................................................................65

1D-Link DCH-M225 User Manual

Section 1 - Product Overview

Product Overview

Package Contents

If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller.

DCH-M225 Wi-Fi Audio Extender

Wi-Fi Conguration Card

Quick Install Guide

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Network Requirements • IEEE 802.11n or 802.11g wireless clients/devices

• A wireless router with an active Internet connection

Web-based Conguration

Utility Requirements

Computer with the following:

• Windows®, Macintosh, Android or Linux-based operating

system

• Wireless adapter or Wi-Fi functionality

Browser Requirements:

• Internet Explorer® 7 or higher

• Safari® 4 or higher

• Firefox® 12 or higher

• Chrome™ 20 or higher

Windows Users: Make sure you have the latest version of Java

installed. Visit www.java.com to download the latest version.

Minimum Requirements

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Section 1 - Product Overview

Introduction

* Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard , 802.11g and 802.11n specications. Actual data throughput will vary. Network conditions and environmental factors,

including volume of network trac, building materials and construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate. Environmental conditions will adversely

aect wireless signal range.

The Wi-Fi Audio Extender (DCH-M225) is a portable plug-in repeater that lets you extend your existing wireless network. It

also expands your audio capabilities by allowing you to stream your music library to anywhere within your extended wireless

network.

Just place the extender within equal distance of your wireless router and your wireless client devices. This will extend your

wireless coverage to hard-to-reach places like basements, home oces or upstairs bedrooms that are distant from your wireless

router. The Wi-Fi Audio Extender is also ideal for mobile device connections. Tiny yet powerful, it supports Wireless N speeds

up to 300 Mbps.

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What is a Wi-Fi Extender?

The DCH-M225 extends the range of an existing wireless network to provide a better signal for parts of your home or oce that

may have poor or no reception.Your existing wireless signal will be rebroadcast by the extender, allowing you to reach the farthest

corners of your home or oce . The extended network can simply use the same network credentials as the existing network, or

you can specify a dierent network name and password, giving you the exibility to control network access.

Note: The DCH-M225 is intended to provide a constant network connection. Needless to say, it does not have a standby mode. To power

down this unit, simply unplug it from the power outlet.

Mobile Device

Computer

Wireless Router

Internet

DCH-M225

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• Conveniently Stream Audio - The DCH-M225 will expand your audio capabilities. You can simply plug in

your DLNA Certied® speakers and you’ll be able to stream audio to anywhere within your extended wireless

network. The Wi-Fi WMM QoS (Quality of service) protocol ensures that you’ll have no issues with bandwidth

when streaming audio and performing other tasks, such as surng the Internet or checking your e-mail.

• Extend Your Existing Network - The DCH-M225 lets you extend your existing wireless network. It also allows

you to extend your internet access throughout your home with devices such as laptops, smartphones, and

tablets.

• Compact, Convenient Design - The DCH-M225’s compact design is ideal for use at home or at a small oce,

since it does not take up much space. It can easily be plugged into a power outlet without blocking other outlets.

* Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11g and 802.11n specications. Actual data throughput will vary. Network conditions and environmental factors,

including volume of network trac, building materials and construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate. Environmental conditions will adversely

aect wireless signal range.

Features