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 Works as expected June 9, 2008
Steve (Bartlett, IL USA)
66 out of 66 found this review helpful
I've configured the DAP-1522 as a wireless bridge to a DIR-655 (2.5Ghz). I've got a PS3 and a Satellite DVR connected to two of the four ethernet ports on the DAP-1522. I have configured the 1522 to use WPA2 security as well.
Setup was a little tricky, but it was my fault not the fault of the 1522. If you choose to manually configure the 1522 be sure you follow the directions and connect the 1522 to your computer and with your computer configured to use a static IP address in the 192.168.0/24 subnet. I mistakenly had my computer still trying to use DHCP when connecting to the bridge and it took me a little while to figure out what was wrong. My computer couldn't get an IP address and so Windows kept assigning an address from a different subnet, so I was not able to establish a connection to the DAP-1522's default 192.168.0.50 IP address.
The 1522 works as expected. Performance is very good with a max of 162Mbps through 3 drywall walls (approx 40 ft) to my entertainment center as displayed on the DIR-655 console. I haven't run any local network bandwidth tests to verify the throughput yet, but I can easily stream HD content without blocking between a PS3 and a wired media server. Previously I was using the PS3's internal 802.11g network interface, and HD media was not viewable as it overwhelmed the 11g link.
I did notice that the orientation of the DIR-655 and the DAP-1522 did make a difference in the reported signal strength and data rate as seen from the DIR-655 console. So after you've gotten things to work, don't forget to run some experiments to determine the best position for the devices to get the best performance possible.
Works well as an access point, too! May 25, 2008
Rosenhaus (Chicago, IL USA)
14 out of 15 found this review helpful
I already have a wired router (D-Link DGL-4100 Broadband Gaming Router, 4-Port Gigabit Switch), so I bought the DAP-1522 to add Draft-N wireless connectivity to my existing wired network, through its ability to act as an access point. It is small, light, and has no projecting antennas, so you can put it just about anywhere. The built-in browser-based wizards made setting up the network easy - I chose to go with the 5 GHz band to avoid interference from our cordless phone and microwave oven, and to limit the network to draft-N devices only - and the results are really impressive. We carried a laptop all over the house, including upstairs in a two-story house, and it got the maximum signal strength everywhere. Internet access seems to be every bit as fast as over a wired connection, as I would have expected since draft-N connections are supposed to be quite a bit faster than the internet connection itself (via cable modem). Highly recommended!
Best wireless Product ever made! May 8, 2008
Gee (NC)
9 out of 10 found this review helpful
I have a D-link Xtreme Gigabit router connected with this device and the speed is blazing.
I bought the linksys game adapter that only has one ethernet port, but I found this product on D-link's website. I returned the Linksys adapter immediately. It's only available online right now, but this product is a must have if you have multiple devices that require internet access. The price is only around $100, has 4 ethernet ports, and it's uses 802.11n. The linksys adapter has 1 port and it cost $99. The Xbox 360 wireless adapter is $99 and it uses 802.11g. It's a no brainer! I have a Xbox 360, Directv HD-DVR, and my new Samsung 52in 6 series connected to this bridge. I'm about to add a Slingbox. Best wireless product of the year!
Excellent Wireless Bridge; Poor Instructions July 6, 2009
AV
6 out of 6 found this review helpful
I've set up 4 of the DAP-1522's in bridge mode, 1 for me and 3 for friends and family, all connected wirelessly to D-link wireless routers (DIR-655 and DGL-4500) utilizing WPA2 encryption.
WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) makes setup a breeze if your router also supports WPS (you don't even have to access the web-based coniguration utility). Push the WPS button on your wireless router until it starts blinking and within 120 seconds, push the WPS button on the DAP-1522 until it starts blinking. Within a short time (less than a minute?), the DAP-1522 connects securely and wirelessly to your router.
In my setup, I have a 2 standalone blu-ray players, a PS3 and a Denon 3808CI receiver connected to the bridge with Cat6 or Cat5e cable. My wireless router is located about 50 ft. away in an upstairs room. Both blu-ray players and the PS3 have wireless built-in, but I was getting better signal strength using the bridge. Also streaming Netflix (including Netflix HD), Pandora and YouTube through the blu-ray players. All four components can also stream media from any other pc on the home network.
Where D-link fails is when you have to actually manually configure or want to update the firmware on the DAP-1522. The instructions, imho, are really unclear and dealing with D-link support over the phone is a test of patience. Basically, if you have a router and need to access the web-based configuration page of the DAP-1522, you'll need to connect it to an open router port. The switch on the back of the DAP-1522 should also be set to AP (access point). Once that is done, type in the ip address, 192.168.0.50, into the address field of your browser and you'll get to the login page of the web-based configuration utility.
Other than the instructions, the product has been working as advertised and having 4 ports instead of 1 like other bridges is also a major plus.
Superb Bridge for your Home Theater December 31, 2008
Tarun Chachra (Hillsborough, NJ)
5 out of 5 found this review helpful
HI all. Happy New Year.
Everything these days has an ethernet port and not necessarily is wireless. The solution is here....this bridge paired with an D-Link DIR-655 router is the best answer, in my opinion.
I had apple base stations and ditched them for the DIR-655 and the DAP-1522. See my review for the DIR-655.
The DAP is very easy to pair with the DIR and works flawlessly. I have 4 devices plugged in to the ethernet ports on the back....a xbox360, a ps3, a blu-ray player, and a dish-network box. I have done some speed tests and I am impressed...I am getting well over 150mbps locally. The DAP is 1 floor and about a total of 100 feet away from the router. NO ISSUES.
I wont go into too many details on setup...but I do recommend a firmware update on this right out of the box...as I would with any new hardware. If you buy the router...update that also...first things first. ;-)
Great product, great pricing.
My only issue....bright led lights...but there are ways to overcome that problem with tape, etc....
Check it out....its the same price as a wireless adapter for the xbox 360...but you get 3 extra ports. :-)
GREAT GREAT GREAT!.
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