Reviews for D-Link DWL-2100AP AirPlus Xtreme G Wireless Access Point

Works as expected

Strengths: Works fine as an AP Client

Weakness: Rebooting after each configuration change slightly annoying (but probably necessary).

I have purchased the DWL-2100AP mainly to work as an AP client (eventually with an external antenna, to provide a link over longer distances - the AP's antenna is detachable, so tinkernig with antennas is relatively easy). I received the package today, and, of course, tried the AP immediately. Contrary to some reports you can find on the Internet, you DO NOT need another DWL-2100AP to work as the AP: my DWL-2100 in the Client Mode works just fine with an Actiontec GT701-WG wireless router (from Qwest package), using WPA. Sure, they wrote in the manual that you need another DWL-2100AP, but they just want to sell you another device. :)

It is also possible that the reported problems used to occur with the old firmware. My AP was supplied with its current (in April '06), 2.0 version. Just be sure to configure the gateways, netmasks etc. properly.

Also contrary to some reports, the device does not run very hot (just slightly warm).

Overally the AP does what I was expecting it to do, so I am giving it 5.

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This DWL-2100AP from D-Link Rocks!!!

Strengths: This AP works very well without the difficulty of configuring it.

Weakness: None

I would definitely recommend this product (I also have the DI-624 for years now).... it took me few minutes to configure and have it running.... I am currently using this as the repeater for my wireless router (also from DI-Link).

Keep up the great work DI-Link... and thanks.

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Serves Purpose Well

Strengths: Highly adaptable as P2P Bridge or Bridge. Swappable antenna.

Weakness: Weak documentation

I bought this unit to compliment my home wireless network consisting of the DI-624 Rev. C router and DWL-G520 PCI Adapters. The primary purpose of the DWL-2100AP was to act as a repeater and it does just that quite well.

The initial configuration of this unit was extremely frustrating as the product manual diagram did not indicate you could not configure it by directly connecting it to your computer. The device has to be connected to the router before you can access the AP configuration page. However, once in, the set up is quite easy to follow and the directions are very clear.

To enhance the range of my network, I also added the D-Link ANT24-0700 7dBi Omni-Directional Indoor Antenna. I estimate that the direct distance from the AP to one of my computers was only 30 feet. However, because they were on seperate floors, the signal kept dropping until I added the external antenna. D-Link explains this situation quite well in their electronic manual regarding signal obstruction.

I have always been a fan of D-Link products as their price/performance is exceptional.

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D-Link DWL-2100AP AirPlus Xtreme G Wireless Access...

Strengths: Easy setup, web interface.

Weakness: Insufficient logging, no NTP.

Out of the box I was able to configure it and replace my existing DLink DI-624 router in a matter of minutes (didn't need the router functionality). The range is good and I didn't have to reconfigure my wireless cards (I use WPA-PSK and there were no compatibility issues). However, it doesn't have the ability to set the time via NTP. In fact, there seems to be no way to set the time at all, but, then again, there don't seem to be any specific logs (like connects/disconnects/etc.), so I guess there's no need for the time. There are statistics for packet count and such but I'd rather know who is connected than how much traffic their passing (actually, I'd like to know both but I only get an aggregate of overall traffic with this unit). I would expect the same logging functionality as in the router, but maybe with new firmware sometime in the future?

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Dlink Access Point

Strengths: Dlink compatibility and good range

Weakness: none so far

This unit was easy to setup and install. I had it up and running in a matter of minutes where as I've setup other Access points and have had nothing but issues.

Would recommend this to anyone looking for increased wirless access.

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Reviewed by Daily User

Strengths: Very easy to set up

Weakness: None so far.

Easy set up. my second AP. Am using with a D-link wireless router just to extend my signal range. I have use the other D-Link AP for a year without any problem

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Dlink Wireless Access Point

Strengths: Good price, and 108MBPS

Weakness: Disconnection sometimes

This Dlink Wireless Access Point w/SNMP 802.11G 108MBPS can be a very nice choice for who look for an affordable access point for their wireless network. Setup was easy.

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