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The D-Link DWL-G730AP is a very good travel wireless AP router, sometimes we forget the password, need to reset to factory settings, this article will tell you two ways.

1.Reset Button

If you have lost your password or are unable to login to the DWL-G730AP then it can be factory reset by doing the following:

Step 1: With the unit on, place a paper clip into the hole on the back on the unit labeled Reset.

Step 2: Hold paper clip down for 10 seconds and release.

NOTE: DO NOT REPOWER UNIT DURING THIS PROCEDURE.

Step 3: The unit will reboot on its own. Once the WLAN light stops blinking, the unit is reset.

2.Web Configuration

If you are able to login to the D-Link DWL-G730AP then you can perform a factory reset via the web-based configuration by doing the following:

Step 1: Open a web browser and type the IP address of the DWL-G730AP in the address bar (default is 192.168.0.30). Press Enter.

Step 2: The default username is admin (all lower case) and the default password is blank (nothing). Click OK.

Step 3: Click the Tools tab and then click System to the left.

Step 4: Below Restore to Factory Default Settings click Restore.

Step 5: In the Restore to factory settings warning dialog box, click OK.

NOTE: DO NOT REPOWER UNIT DURING THIS PROCEDURE.

Step 6: The unit will reboot on its own. Once the WLAN light stops blinking, the unit is reset.

Note: Resetting the D-Link DWL-G730AP does not reset the firmware to an earlier version. It will change all settings back to factory defaults.

Tags: DWL-G730AP, factory defaults, reset, Wireless ap

D-Link has introduced its Network Management Surveillance Software in India. The D-Link D-ViewCam Professional (DCS-220) and D-ViewCam Enterprise (DCS-230) are comprehensive IP surveillance software designed for SMB/Enterprise users.

The D-Link DCS-220 and DCS-230 can centrally manage up to 32/64 network cameras and are compatible with current D-Link network cameras and video servers. The software also provide a backend VMS solution for IP surveillance projects and are compatible with D-Link network cameras, video encoder, NVR and third-party CMS.

D-Link’s local community therapy Surveillance software program provides electronic monitoring and documenting of video, audio, and functions for use in lots of safety applications. The software program provides end users finding a broad array of features, such as movement photo recording, playback and reside view.

Key Features:

- Multi-Channel Playback: choose many channels to replay movement photo and look at real-time movement photo on the identical time.

- Multi-Layer E-Map: Tracks particular locations. And its alarm standing permits for an effortless and instant response when an celebration occurs.

- Compatible with D-Link NVR: Connects to D-Link NVR models to look at films through Remote reside Viewer.

- Intelligent lookup Tool: Narrows along lookup of many previous functions and accurately searches for preferred footage within of the selected movement mode. It also saves time by choosing a time period of frames from several hours of movement photo footage.

- Remote Desktop Viewer: permits remote end users to take advantage of Remote Desktop Viewer to login and configure the DCS-220/230 server.

- method DDNS: strong Domain brand Server (DDNS) permits end users to take advantage of reside Viewer or internet Viewer to connect in the direction of the principal Console even if just one attributes a strong IP address.

- e mail and SMS Alerts: facilitates real-time notifications through e mail and SMS.

The D-Link D-ViewCam Professional (DCS-220) and D-ViewCam Enterprise (DCS-230) are available across India at an MRP of Rs. 1,24,000/- and Rs. 2,36,000/-, respectively.

Tags: D-ViewCam, DCS-220, India, network cameras

1.How do I disable SSID broadcast on D-Link DWL-2700AP?

Step 1: Open a web browser and type the IP address of the DWL-2700AP in the address bar (default is 192.168.0.50). Press Enter.

Step 2: The default username is admin (all lower case) and the default password is blank (nothing). Click OK.

Step 3: Click the Home tab and then click Wireless to the left.

Step 4: Next to SSID Broadcast select Disable using the drop-down list.

Step 5: Click Apply to save the new settings.

2.How do I change the SSID of D-Link DWL-2700AP?

Step 1: Open a web browser and type the IP address of the DWL-2700AP in the address bar (default is 192.168.0.50). Press Enter.

Step 2: The default username is admin (all lower case) and the default password is blank (nothing). Click OK.

Step 3: Click the Home tab and then click Wireless to the left.

Step 4: Next to SSID enter the new SSID.

The SSID (Service Set Identifier) is the workgroup name of your Wireless Network. All devices (access points, wireless routers, and wireless adapters) must have the same SSID to communicate on the Wireless Network. The SSID can be up to 32 numbers, letters, spaces, and dashes. Also, the SSID is case-sensitive.

Step 5: Click Apply and then click Continue to save the new settings.

3.How to check the operating temperature of D-Link DWL-2700AP?

Step 1: Open a web browser and type the IP address of the D-Link DWL-2700AP in the address bar (default is 192.168.0.50). Press Enter.

Step 2: The default username is admin (all lower case) and the default password is blank (nothing). Click OK.

Step 3: Click the Status tab and then click Indication to the left.

The operating temperature of the DWL-2700AP will be displayed in both Celsius and Fahrenheit.

4.How do I configure Telnet on my DWL-2700AP?

Step 1: Open a web browser and type the IP address of the D-Link DWL-2700AP in the address bar (default is 192.168.0.50). Press Enter.

Step 2: The default username is admin (all lower case) and the default password is blank (nothing). Click OK.

Step 3: Click the Tools tab and then click Misc. to the left.

Step 4: To enable Telnet, check Enabled using the check box next to Status. Select a timeout using the drop-down list next to Timeout.

Step 5: Click Apply and then click Continue to save the new settings.

Advanced users can use Telnet to configure the DWL-2700AP. Go to Start > Run and type telnet 192.168.0.50 in the Run window and then press Enter. Enter the username (default is admin) and the password (default is blank [nothing]). Telnet commands are not supported by D-Link Tech Support. Use at your own risk.

To prevent users from using Telnet, uncheck the Enable check box next to Status.

Tags: DWL-2700, operating temperature, SSID broadcast, Telnet

The D-Link DWL-2700AP has been upgraded to the B version of the above changes：

Release Notes:

Firmware: 3.30
Date: 05/10/10

Problem Resolved:
1. [FW] Fix device with new flash cannot download image.
2. [FW] Disable the function that syslog file writing every five minutes, and remove syslog file parse when system initiates.
3. [FW] Remove the message ` Press Enter to login` when telnet.
4. Support Ethernet in/out traffic for standard MIB.
5. Support maximum community string length to 32 characters.

Enhancements:

1. [FW] add new Flash chip support.

Firmware: 3.20
Date: 12/21//09

1. Add Administration VLAN.
2. Add Primary SSID with VLAN tag.
3. Add Secondary Radius Server (backup).
4. Add Priority by SSID.
5. Add IGMP snooping v1/v2.
6. Add Rogue AP detection.
7. Support Acct-Interim-Interval attribute for accounting function.
8. Add trap categorization-trap enable/disable, system/wireless sub trap group.
9. Support Trap002-1.
10. Support to administrate AP with WLAN (Default enable).
11. Support 4 management IP range on WEB UI.
12, Add need CLI command to input SNMP Location.
14, Ping Enable/Disable (default: Ping Enable).
15. Add multi WMM control.

Firmware: 3.10
Date: 03/03/08

1. Fixed DHCP server malfunction in MSSID mode.
2. Fixed associated more than 83 STAs AP will reboot. Current limitation of allowed connected STAs is 64.
3. Modify HouseKeeping period from 60 seconds to 10 seconds.
4. If a specific STA be silent for 5 more seconds, AP could send a null-data to trigger it up.

Tags: DWL-2700AP, Firmware, vlan

If you are having trouble installing the D-Link DSB-C300 Clear case in any operating system, download the latest drivers and extract the files to an easily accessable folder. A good location would be on the desktop.

First you must download the drivers on D-Link website.

1.For Windows XP:

Step 1: Plug your DSB-C300 Clear case into the computer. Windows should detect it and start the New Hardware Wizard.

Step 2: You will be prompted to select an installation method. Choose Install from a list or specific location (Advanced). Click Next.

Step 3: On the next screen, select the last option, Don´t search. I will choose the driver myself. Click Next.

Step 4: Select the D-Link USB Video Camera from the list. Click Next.

If you do not see D-Link USB Video Camera on the list, or if the list is blank, click on Have Disk and browse to the folder you have unzipped the driver files to.

2.For Windows 2000:

Step 1: Plug your DSB-C300 Clear case into the computer. Windows should detect it and start the New Hardware Wizard.

Step 2: You will be prompted to select an installation method. Choose to Search for a suitable driver for my device (recommended). Click Next.

Step 3: On the Locate Driver Files screen, choose to Specify a location. Click Next and you will be prompted for the driver file location. Click Browse and select the folder you have unzipped the driver files to.

Step 4: The New Hardware Wizard will now search in the specified location and display the driver it finds. Verify this is the correct driver and click Next.

Step 5: Once the installation begins, you will be prompted with Digital signature not found. Click Ok.

Step 6: The New Hardware Wizard will now inform you that installation is complete. Click Finish.

The green light on your DSB-C300 Clear case webcam will now be on, and the camera is now ready for use.

Step 5: As the installation begins, you will receive a message regarding Microsoft logo testing and driver compatibility with Windows XP. Click Continue Anyway.

Step 6: The New Hardware Wizard will now tell you it has finished installing drivers for the D-Link USB Video Camera. Click Finish.

The green light on your DSB-C300 Clearcase webcam will now be on, and the camera is now ready for use.

3.For Macintosh:

Step 1: Double click on the USB Camera installer.

Step 2: Click Continue on the welcome screen.

Step 3: After the files are installed, you will be prompted that the installation was successful. Click Quit.

Note: You will need to have USB support installed and enabled for the camera to function properly. If the green light on the DSB-C300 Clearcase does not come on after installation, you may not have USB support installed on your computer. You can download the patch directly from Apple.

Download the USB support patch from Apple

Tags: DSB-C300, Macintosh, PC Camera