How to Use a D-Link DAP-1650 AC1200 WiFi Repeater

Authored by: Support.com Tech Pro Team

1. Introduction

In This Guide

You'll Learn:

• How to use your D-Link Range Extender.

2. How to Set Up Your D-Link DAP-1650 AC1200 Wi-Fi Range Extender

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4. How to Update Your D-Link DAP-1650 AC1200 Wi-Fi Range Extender

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5. Retrieve Wi-Fi Credentials

In order to connect to a range extender's Wi-Fi you need to know the Wi-Fi credentials set on that range extender. They are the Wi-Fi network name (SSID) and the Wi-Fi password (security key).

To retrieve the Wi-Fi credentials set on your D-Link DAP-1650 AC1200 Range Extender you need to use a computer:

1. Launch the browser that you use to go online.
   

1. Navigate to http://dlinkap.local and login with the admin password set on your range extender.
   

1. On the Status tab click Device Info and it will show the Wi-Fi name under the proper headings.
   

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2. You can then use the retrieved Wi-Fi credentials to connect any device to the range extender's Wi-Fi.

6. Connect to Network (Android)

Depending on your exact device (Smartphone or Tablet), and which generation you have, the menu theme and options might look slightly different on your screen. However, the steps should be similar across all Android devices and generations.

1. Open Settings.
   

1. Select Wi-Fi.
   

1. Select the EXT Wi-Fi network from the list.
   

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2. The network is unsecured; this is normal. You will be using it to set up the device only. After, you will be using the device over a secured wireless connection.

7. Connect to Network (iOS)

Depending on your exact device (Smartphone or Tablet), and which generation you have, the menu theme and options might look slightly different on your screen. However, the steps should be similar across all Apple iOS devices and generations.

1. Open Settings.
   

1. Select Wi-Fi.
   

1. Select the EXT Wi-Fi network from the list.
   

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2. The network is unsecured; this is normal. You will be using it to set up the device only. After, you will be using the device over a secured wireless connection.

8. Connect to Network (Windows)

Windows 10 may show slightly different options, but the steps should be similar across all versions of Windows 10.

1. Select the Network icon in the bottom right.
   

1. Select the EXT Wi-Fi network from the list.
   

1. Select Connect.
   

The network is unsecured; this is normal. You will be using it to set up the device only. After, you will be using the device over a secured wireless connection.

9. Connect to Network (macOS)

macOS may show slightly different options, but the steps should be similar across all versions and themes on macOS.

1. Select Wi-Fi from the menu bar, then select your the EXT Wi-Fi network from the list.
   

The network is unsecured; this is normal. You will be using it to set up the device only. After, you will be using the device over a secured wireless connection.

10. Indicator Lights

The indicator lights on the D-Link DAP-1650 AC1200 Wi-Fi range extender have the following meanings:

Power LED (1):

Solid Green

On and functioning properly.

Blinking Green

WPS has been pushed and searching for signal.

Solid Orange

Device is booting up.

Blinking Orange

Device is in recovery mode.

Internet LED (2):

Solid Green

Successfully connected.

Blinking Orange

A firmware upgrade is in progress.

Off

Device is being factory reset.

11. Check Status

You can check the status of your D-Link DAP-1650 AC1200 Range Extender in one of two ways:

• On the device itself,
• On a computer.

The type and amount of network related information that you get depends on which method you use.

On Your Range Extender

1. The indicator lights on the D-Link DAP-1650 AC1200 Wi-Fi range extender have the following meanings:

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2. Power LED (1):
3. Solid Green

1. On and functioning properly.
2. Blinking Green

1. WPS has been pushed and searching for signal.
2. Solid Orange

1. Device is booting up.
2. Blinking Orange

1. Device is in recovery mode.
2. Internet LED (2):
3. Solid Green

1. Successfully connected.
2. Blinking Orange

1. A firmware upgrade is in progress.
2. Off

1. Device is being factory reset.

On Your Computer

1. Launch the browser that you use to go online.
   

1. Navigate to http://dlinkap.local and login with the admin password set on your range extender.
   

1. The Status tab will display the status or your range extender.
   

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2. The status will show the range extender's connection to the router.