D Link 2003070024-1 802.11a/b/g Wireless PCI Adapter User Manual dwlAG650 manual 032703

D Link Corporation 802.11a/b/g Wireless PCI Adapter dwlAG650 manual 032703

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22Enter a Computer description and a Computer name (optional.)Networking BasicsClick NextEnter a Workgroup name. All computers on your network should have thesame Workgroup name.Click Next
23Please wait while the Network Setup Wizard applies the changes.Networking BasicsWhen the changes are complete, click Next.Please wait while the Network Setup Wizard configures the computer.This may take a few minutes.
24Networking BasicsIn the window below, select the option that fits your needs. In this example, Create aNetwork Setup Disk has been selected. You will run this disk on each of thecomputers on your network. Click Next.Insert a disk into the Floppy Disk Drive, in this case drive A.Click Next
25Networking BasicsPlease read the information under Here’s how in the screen below. After you completethe Network Setup Wizard you will use the Network Setup Disk to run the NetworkSetup Wizard once on each of the computers on your network. To continue click Next.
26Networking BasicsPlease read the information on this screen, then click Finish to complete theNetwork Setup Wizard.The new settings will take effect when you restart the computer. Click Yes torestart the computer.You have completed configuring this computer. Next, you will need to run theNetwork Setup Disk on all the other computers on your network. After run-ning the Network Setup Disk on all your computers, your new wireless net-work will be ready to use.
27!Networking BasicsNaming your ComputerTo name your computer, please follow these directions:In Windows XP:Click Start (in the lower left corner of the screen)Right-click on My ComputerSelect Properties and click!!!!!Select the ComputerName Tab in the SystemProperties window.You may enter a Com-puter Description if youwish; this field is optional.To rename the computerand join a domain, ClickChange.
28Networking BasicsNaming your ComputerChecking the IP Address in Windows XPThe wireless adapter-equipped computers in your network must be in the same IP Ad-dress range (see Getting Started in this manual for a definition of IP Address Range). Tocheck on the IP Address of the adapter, please do the following:Right-click on theLocal AreaConnection iconin the task barClick on Status!!!Click OKAll computers on your networkmust have the sameWorkgroup name.!Select Workgroup and enterthe name of the Workgroup!!In this window, enter theComputer name
29Networking BasicsChecking the IP Address in Windows XPThis window will appear.Click theSupport tabClick Close!!Assigning a Static IP Address in Windows XP/2000Note: Residential Gateways/Broadband Routers will automatically assign IP Ad-dresses to the computers on the network, using DHCP (Dynamic Host Configura-tion Protocol) technology. If you are using a DHCP-capable Gateway/Router youwill not need to assign Static IP Addresses.If you are not using a DHCP capable Gateway/Router, or you need to assign a Static IPAddress, please follow these instructions:!!Go to StartDouble-click onControl Panel
30Networking BasicsAssigning a Static IP Address in Windows XP/2000!Double-click onNetworkConnections!!Double-click onPropertiesRight-click on Local AreaConnections
31Networking BasicsAssigning a Static IP Addressin Windows XP/2000You have completed the assignment of a Static IP Address. (You do not need to assigna Static IP Address if you have a DHCP-capable Gateway/Router).Click on Internet Protocol(TCP/IP)Click Properties!!IP Address:e.g., 192.168.0.2Subnet Mask:255.255.255.0Default Gateway:Enter the LAN IP address ofthe wireless router. (D-Linkwireless routers have a LAN IPaddress of 192.168.0.1) In the window below, select Use the following IP address. Input your IPaddress and subnet mask. (The IP Addresses on your network must bewithin the same range. For example, if one computer has an IP Address of192.168.0.2, the other computers should have IP Addresses that aresequential, like 192.168.0.3 and 192.168.0.4. The subnet mask must bethe same for all the computers on the network).!Click OK Select Use the followingDNS server addresses.Enter the LAN IP address ofthe Wireless Router. (D-Linkwireless routers have a LANIP address of 192.168.0.1)!!AG-520
32Networking BasicsChecking the Wireless Connection by Pinging in Windows XP and2000Checking the Wireless Connection by Pinging in Windows Me and98SEGo to Start > Run >type cmd. A windowsimilar to this onewill appear. Typepingxxx.xxx.xxx.xxx,where xxx is the IPAddress of theWireless Router orAccess Point. Agood wirelessconnection will showfour replies from theWireless Router orAccess Point, asshown.Go to Start > Run> type command.A window similar tothis will appear.Type pingxxx.xxx.xxx.xxxwhere xxx is the IPAddress of theWireless Router orAccess Point. Agood wirelessconnection willshow four repliesfrom the wirelessrouter or AccessPoint, as shown.!!
331. Check that the drivers for the DWL-AG520 are installed properly.Click DeviceManager!Select theHardwareTab!TroubleshootingThis chapter provides solutions to problems that can occur during the installation andoperation of the DWL-AG520. Read the following descriptions if you are having problems.(The examples below are illustrated in Windows XP. If you have a different operatingsystem, the screenshots on your computer will look similar to the following examples).!Go to Start >My Computer >Properties
34Troubleshooting!!!!Double-clickon NetworkAdaptersRight-click on D-LinkDWL-AG520 WirelessPCI AdapterSelect Propertiesto check that thedrivers are in-stalled properlyClick OKD-Link AirPro DWL-AB650 Wireless Cardbus Adapter!Look under DeviceStatus to check that thedevice is workingproperlyD-Link Air Xpert DWL-AG520D-Link Air Xpert DWL-AG520D-Link AirXpert DWL-AG520Tri-mode Dualband Wireless PCI AdapterTMCardbus
352. I cannot connect to the Access Point or the wireless Router.3. The DWL-AG520 Power and Link lights are not on.4. I forgot my Encryption key.Make sure that the SSID on the DWL-AG520 PCI adapter isexactly the same as the SSID on the Access Point or wirelessRouter.Move the DWL-AG520 and Access Point or wireless Router intothe same room and then test the wireless connection.Disable all security settings. (WEP, MAC Address Control, AES)Make sure that the Access Point/Router is not locked down to adifferent frequencyTurn off your Access Point and the computer with theDWL-AG520. Turn on the Access Point, and then turn on thecomputer with the DWL-AG520.Refresh the DWL-AG520 UtilityCheck to see if the DWL-AG520 PCI adapter is firmly insertedinto the PCI slot of your desktop computer.Troubleshooting!!!!!!!Reset the Access Point to its factory default settings and restore theDWL-AG520 Wireless PCI Adapter to the factory default settings.!Make sure that the DWL-AG520 Wireless Adapter is properly seatedin the computer’s PCI slot.If Windows does not detect the hardware upon insertion of theadapter, make sure to completely remove drivers that werepreviously loaded. To remove the drivers, do the following:!! 5. The computer does not recognize the DWL-AG520 Wireless Adapter.
36TroubleshootingA. Under Tools> select Folder Options…> select View> under Hidden files and folders > select Showhidden files and foldersB. Uncheck Hide extension for known file types > clickon ApplyC. Search for previously loaded driver files. Remove thesefiles from the INF and SYSTEM32 (DRIVERS) foldersin the Windows directory. Note: Windows XP andWindows 2000 will rename .inf files that have notreceived WHQL certification into oem.inf files (e.g.,oem1.inf).Check that the LED indicators for the broadband modem areindicating normal activity. If not, there may be a problem with thebroadband connection.Check that the LED indicators on the wireless router are functioningproperly. If not, check that the AC power and Ethernet cables arefirmly connected.Check that the IP Address, subnet mask, gateway, and DNS settingsare correctly entered for the network.In Infrastructure mode, make sure the same Service SetIdentifier (SSID) is specified on the settings for the wireless clientsand access points. The SSID factory default setting for the D-Linkproducts is default. (Double-click on the WLAN icon in the taskbar.The Link Info screen will display the SSID setting).In Ad-Hoc mode, both wireless clients will need to have the sameSSID. Please note that it might be necessary to set up one client toestablish a BSS (Basic Service Set) and wait briefly before settingup other clients. This prevents several clients from trying to establisha BSS at the same time, which can result in multiple singular BSSsbeing established, rather than a single BSS with multiple clientsassociated to it.6. The computer with the DWL-AG520 installed is unable to connect to the wireless network and/or the Internet.!!!!!
37TroubleshootingCheck that the Network Connection for the wireless client isconfigured properly. Select AP (Infrastructure) when connectingto an access point and select Ad-Hoc mode when connectingwithout an access point. Double-click on the WLAN icon in thetaskbar > click on Configuration to change the settings for thewireless adapter.If Security is enabled, make sure that the correct encryption keysare entered on both the DWL-AG520 and the access point. Double-click on the WLAN icon in the taskbar > click Encryption. Check tosee that the key selected is set to the same key as other devices onthe network.!!7. How can I troubleshoot distance issues using the DWL-AG520.Move the DWL-AG520 and Access Point or wireless Router intothe same room and then test the wireless connection.Change the channel of the Access Point.Move devices within the line of sight!!!!If Turbo mode is enabled, make sure that Turbo mode is enabledon all Turbo mode compatible devices in your network, in order tocommunicate.
38Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the following measures: - Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. - Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. - Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. - Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
39 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment. IMPORTANT NOTE: FCC Radiation Exposure Statement: This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & your body. If this device is going to be operated in 5.15 ~ 5.25GHz and the 5.25 to 5.35GHz frequency range,then it is restricted in indoor environment only. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
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