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The following is a list of requirements:

Step 1: Log into the switch, by entering the IP address into the address bar of the web browser.

Step 2: Enter your Username and Password. Click OK to enter the Web management.

Step 3: Click the WLAN tab. From the left side, under System, select Main.

Step 4: Enter the CAPWAP IP address and click Submit.

After adding the CAPWAP address it is required to save the settings and reload the switch.

Step 5: Click on the System tab. Under File Management, select Copy files. Select the radio button next to Copy Configuration and click Submit.

Step 6: When finished copying, you will see the message, Copy Finished. Select Close.

Step 7: Click on the Reboot Menu and then click the Reboot button.

Step 8: Run the following command, in the CLI, to verify that the setting is correct:

DES-32xx # show wlan

Results:

console# show wlan
CAPWAP IP address: 192.168.50.5 (After reboot: 192.168.50.5)
Country code: US
TX power is on
Station idle-timeout: 30 minutes
console#

Step 9: Once you have the wireless portion enabled and configured, you can connect your Access Point to the switch and turn on the power.

If this is new AP it may take a few minutes to show up

Run the following command, in the CLI, and press Enter. The results will show all the discovered Access Points.

DES-32xx # show wlan aps

In GUI mode it will show as Not Active.

Step 10: In the WEB GUI Interface, under the WLAN tab, select Access Points from the left and choose Properties.

Step 11: Click on the Edit icon and then check the Enable AP box.

For the security key enter 16 alphanumeric characters (1-9 or a-z) in the ASCII box of the Key configuration and click on Submit. Close that window and click Submit again on the Properties screen. You will then see the Access Point´s status as Active.

Your Access Points should now get an IP address from the DHCP server. It is now ready for basic access and further configurations.

Repeat the steps above to enable additional Access Points.

Note: This procedure should only be done with a Fully Updated Version of Internet Explorer.

Tags: Access Point, dhcp server, interface, series switch

Step 1: Log into the unit by entering the switch’s IP address in a web browser. The default username is admin with no password.

Step 2: Select the L2 Features->Trunking->Link Aggregation menu on the left hand side.

Step 3: Click the Add button. Enter in your desired Group ID. The type should be LACP. The State should be Enabled. Select your Master Port and check the box for every desired member of your LACP group including the master. Hit the Save button when finished.

Tags: DGS-3600, LACP trunking, series switch

The default IP settings for the device are:

- IP Address: 10.90.90.90
- Subnet Mask: 255.0.0.0
- Default Gateway: 0.0.0.0

All ports are untagged members of the default VLAN.

Step 1: Make sure the device is powered on. Connect your computer to one of the 10/100 Mbps Ethernet ports located on the front panel using an Ethernet cable. Make sure the cable connections are secured.

Step 2: Statically assign your IP address settings using the following parameters.

Step 3: Open a web browser and type in the address bar, type in the URL http://10.90.90.90 and press Enter on the keyboard. Click on Login at the top of the page. By default, there is no user name and password, click OK. You will now be logged into the Web Management Interface.

Tags: DES-3526, interface, switch, web management

Step 1: Save all your changes and reload the switch.

Step 2: When you see the Auto boot in 2 seconds message, press Return or Esc to abort the boot process and enter prom.

Here you will see the following options:

Startup Menu

[1] Download Software
[2] Erase Flash File
[3] Password Recovery Procedure
[4] Enter Diagnostic Mode
[5] Set Terminal Baud-Rate
[6] Stack menu
[7] License menu
[8] Back

Step 3: Select option # 7, License menu, and press Enter

Here you will see the following options:

License menu

[1] Add license
[2] Remove license
[3] Show license
[4] Back

Step 4: Select option # 1, Add license, and press Enter.

Step 5: Enter your license number and press Enter.

The License number will be in the following format:
N1-0013463CBACB-25-0-79109C235845B9A5 (This is an sample. it is not a working key)
Key starts with N1 (all letters are capitalized).

Step 6: After adding the key, select option #3, Show License, to confirm the key is entered correctly.

Step 7: Select the back option until the POST process resumes.

Now you are able to access the WLAN portion of the switch.

Tags: DXS-3227, DXS-3250, Wireless Switch

D-Link’s DGS-2208 8-port Switch is greener than ever and can save you both power and money.

The DGS-2208 provides three key benefits through its cutting edge, innovative D-Link Green eco-friendly technology:

• Reduces power consumption & creates less heat
• Extended product life
• Reduces operating costs

Power Savings by Cable Length

D-Link Green verified switches have the ability to analyze the length of any Ethernet cable connected to them for adjustment of power usage accordingly. Shorter lengths require less power.

Power Savings by Number of Connected Ports and Link Status

Computers do not require Internet access all the time; neither do switches utilize all ports at all times. When a computer or network equipment is shut down, switches often remain on and continue to consume considerable amounts of power. With D-Link Green Technology, D-Link switches can automatically detect link status and reduce power usage of ports that are idle. Computers or any connecting parties set to standby mode (not power off), however, will not provide significant power savings.

Overall Power Savings Per Day

For a traditional switch, power consumption remains constant even when the ports are not in use. In a standard workday scenario where PCs are used for 10 hours a day and powered off 14 hours a day, and connected to the switch using 20 meter cables, D-Link Green Technology can save up to 40%* power used for each system.

It’s Geektime DGS-2208 reviews

Our first product review for Its Geek Time is this nifty gigabit network switch brought to you by D-Link. For years D-link has taken a back seat to bigger companies like Linksys and Netgear for home network equipment. In recent years D-Link has increased their product quality and can contend with the big guys on an equal footing. This switch is a product that proves that.

The first thing to note about this switch is it is a gigabit switch with 8 ports for less than $50. A comparable Netgear or Linksys switch will cost you much more money. The other important thing about its speed is you can connect 10/100 devices to it and not lose gigabit connectivity to gigabit enabled devices that are also connected to it. On older gigabit switches, the switch would throttle down to the slowest device connected to it.

Another new feature on this switch is its power saving feature. Ports that are not in use are turned off so the device uses less power over all. This turns into cost benefits from less electricity usage, less heat generated by the product, and a longer life span due to less wear and tear. In an age where electricity prices are at an all-time high, anything that saves power is a welcome addition to many homes and offices.

In conclusion, this switch is recommended for any home network or small office network that is on a budget and wants gigabit functionality.

Tags: DGS-2208, gigabit switch, Green switch, Power Savings, Reviews