D-Link answers market call for resilient outdoor solution

Those unprepared for the onslaught of summer quickly realize that importance. D-Link DWL-2700AP is designed to take on nature's challenge. Part of D-link's Air Premier range, this rugged out-door access-point is designed for business applications and uses the high-speed 802.11g standard for point-to-point or multi-point connectivity over a range of up to 600 meters (extendable up to 25 KM or more depending on application using high-gain D-Link's outdoor antennas).

The DWL-2700AP is ideal for the MENA region. With high growth fueling regional economies, the demand for secure, fast yet affordable business networks across various operational points within major cities is increasing. "The DWL-2700AP enables growing companies to extend their networks easily over large distances or create hot-spot for defined-area usage." said Michael Cruz, D-Link M.E technical-engineer.

Multi-mode for user-defined application:
The D-LinkDWL-2700AP Air-Premier 802.11g outdoor wireless Access Point, features Wireless Distribution System (WDS) offering 4 operational modes -
• Access Point-mode for creating a Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN)
• Wireless Repeater-mode to extend the range of D-Link Air-Premier 802.11g wireless LANs by an additional 50% of coverage
• AP-to-AP-mode Bridging for wirelessly connecting two networks
• Point-to-Multipoint-mode Bridging for wirelessly connecting multiple networks. This Air-Premier AP is compatible with all D-Link high-gain outdoor antennae to extend the range even further for maximum possible coverage

Tough and secure:
Designed with regional weather conditions in mind the DWL-2700Ap is a truly rugged piece of hardware. Enclosed in a sturdy watertight die-cast metal housing with built-in heater and lightning protection the DWL-2700AP is shielded against the toughest weather elements for great performance and long life. Connection security is ensured by user-based 802.11x, WPA and AES and upcoming 802.11i security standards.

"The weather-proof DWL-2700AP provides seamless access between remote business units offering a high level of speed, security and performance under any weather conditions," said Mr. Wilson Xavier, Business Manager for the MENA region. "

The DWL-2700AP is a perfect solution for the demanding business customer. For point-to-point and multipoint applications, especially when connecting various business locations together on a secure network, this access-point provides optimal speed to keep things moving without delays"

Control:
The DWL-2700AP is also admin-friendly offering advanced SNMP management giving the administrator complete access and usage control. Setup and management is made trouble-free with SNMP Management, web-based user interface and Telnet configuration

Features
• Up to 54 Mbps with 5 operational modes
• Power over Ethernet capable
• Watertight housing and built-in heater with temperature control - all weather outdoor use
• Maximum security with 802.11x, WPA and AES
• SNMP Management, web-based user interface and Telnet configuration
• Simple installation