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ManualBuilding Networks for People 11a/11g Dualband DWL-AG530 D-Link AirPremier AGTMWireless 108Mbps PCI Adapter

2ContentsPackage Contents ................................................................................3Introduction............................................................................................4Features ...............................................................................................5Wireless Basics ....................................................................................6Getting Started ....................................................................................10Using the Configuration Utility ..............................................................13Networking Basics ..............................................................................22Troubleshooting...................................................................................35Technical Specifications ......................................................................40Contacting Technical Support ..............................................................42Warranty and Registration ...................................................................43Appendix ............................................................................................46EAP TypesDefinitions of Configuration Terms

3Package ContentsContents of Package:D-Link AirPremier AG DWL-AG53011a/11g Dualband (2.4GHz/5GHz)Wireless 108Mbps PCI AdapterManual, Warranty and Drivers on CDPrinted Quick Installation GuideIf any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller.System Requirements for Configuration:An 802.11a, 802.11b or 802.11g access point (for Infrastruc-ture mode) or another 802.11a, 802.11b, or 802.11g wirelessadapter (for Ad-Hoc; Peer-to-Peer networking mode).At least 128MB of memory and a 500MHz processorWindows XP/2000/Me/98SE A desktop computer with an available 32-bit PCI 2.2slotTM

4Introduction*Not all servers can provide AuthenticationThe DWL-AG530 has the newest, strongest and most advanced securityfeatures available today. When used with other 802.11 WPA (Wi-Fi ProtectedAccess) and 802.1X compatible products in a network with a RADIUS server,the security features include:WPA: Wi-Fi Protected Access which authorizes and identifies users basedon a secret key that changes automatically at regular intervals. WPAuses TKIP (Temporal Key Integrity Protocol) to change the temporalkey every 10,000 packets (a packet is a kind of message transmittedover a network.) This ensures much greater security than the standardWEP security. (By contrast, the previous WEP encryptionimplementations required the keys to be changed manually.)802.1X: Authentication which is a first line of defense against intrusion. In theauthentication process, the Authentication Server* verifies the identityof the client attempting to connect to the network. Unfamiliar clientswould be denied access.For home users that will not incorporate a RADIUS server in their network, thesecurity for the DWL-AG530, used in conjunction with other WPA-compatible802.11 products, will still be much stronger than ever before. Utilizing the Pre-Shared Key mode of WPA, the DWL-AG530 will obtain a new security keyevery time it connects to the 802.11 network. You only need to input yourencryption information once in the configuration menu. No longer will you haveto manually input a new WEP key frequently to ensure security. With the DWL-AG530, you will automatically receive a new key every time you connect, vastlyincreasing the safety of your communication.At up to fifteen times the speed of previous wireless devices (up to 108Mbps inSuper AG mode), you can work faster and more efficiently, increasing productivity.With the DWL-AG530, bandwidth-intensive applications like graphics ormultimedia will benefit significantly because large files are able to move acrossthe network quickly.Inclusion of all three standards (802.11g; 802.11a; 802.11b) means that theDWL-AG530 is versatile enough to allow connection to almost any 802.11network or device, and the removable antenna allows for easy installation ofthe DWL-AG530 into the PCI slot.

5FeaturesLEDsLED stands for Light-Emitting Diode. The DWL-AG530 has the following LEDs:Removable antenna allows for easy installation.Versatility - The DWL-AG530 is fully compatible with IEEE 802.11aand 802.11b standards, making it interoperable with 802.11a and 802.11bwireless routers and access points in your office, home or at publicwireless hotspots.32-bit PCI Performance/Plug & Play Connectivity -The DWL-AG530is a powerful 32-bit PCI adapter that installs quickly and easily intodesktop PCs, and when used with other D-Link Air Premier AG prod-ucts will automatically connect to the network out of the box.Compatible with 802.11a, 802.11b and 802.11g Devices - Fully com-patible with the IEEE 802.11a, 802.11b and 802.11g standards, the DWL-AG530 can connect with existing 802.11b, 802.11g- or 802.11a- com-pliant routers, access points and cards. That means you can still com-municate with colleagues and friends while you have the ability to link toeven more wireless networks.Better Security with 802.1X and WPA -With the DWL-AG530 in yourdesktop PC you can securely connect to a wireless network using 802.1xfor wireless authentication, as well as WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access)providing you a much higher level of security for your data and commu-nication than has previously been available.TMA steady light indicates a connection to anaccess pointLinkA blinking light indicates data is beingtransmittedActivityFaster Wireless Networking with speeds up to 108Mbps in Turbomode - Faster data transfers mean increased productivity. With theDWL-AG530 in your PC, you will have the flexibility of wireless net-working speeds that save you time and money.

6D-Link wireless products are based on industry standards to provide easy-to-use and compatible high-speed wireless connectivity within your home, businessor public access wireless networks. D-Link wireless products will allow youaccess to the data you want, when and where you want it. You will be able toenjoy the freedom that wireless networking brings.A wireless local area network (WLAN) is a computer network that transmitsand receives data with radio signals instead of wires. WLANs are usedincreasingly in both home and office environments, and public areas such asairports, coffee shops and universities. Innovative ways to utilize WLANtechnology are helping people to work and communicate more efficiently.Increased mobility and the absence of cabling and other fixed infrastructurehave proven to be beneficial for many users.Wireless BasicsWireless users can use the same applications they use on a wired network.Wireless adapter cards used on laptop and desktop systems support the sameprotocols as Ethernet adapter cards.

7Wireless Basics (continued)People use WLAN technology for many different purposes:Mobility – Productivity increases when people have access to data in anylocation within the operating range of the WLAN. Management decisions basedon real-time information can significantly improve worker efficiency.Low Implementation Costs – WLANs are easy to set up, manage, changeand relocate. Networks that frequently change can benefit from WLANs easeof implementation. WLANs can operate in locations where installation of wiringmay be impractical.Installation and Network Expansion - Installing a WLAN system can befast and easy and can eliminate the need to pull cable through walls and ceilings.Wireless technology allows the network to go where wires cannot go - evenoutside the home or office.Inexpensive Solution – Wireless network devices are as competitively pricedas conventional Ethernet network devices.Scalability – WLANs can be configured in a variety of ways to meet the needsof specific applications and installations. Configurations are easily changed andrange from Peer-to-Peer networks suitable for a small number of users to largerInfrastructure networks to accommodate hundreds or thousands of users,depending on the number of wireless devices deployed.The DWL-AG530 is compatible with the following wireless products:D-Link AirPremier AG DWL-AG660Wireless Cardbus Adapters used with laptop computersD-Link AirPremier AG DWL-7100APWireless Access PointsTMTMThe DWL-AG530 is also interoperable with other 802.11g and802.11b standards-compliant devices.D-Link AirPremier AG DI-784Wireless Broadband RoutersTM

8Standards-Based TechnologyThe DWL-AG530 Wireless PCI Adapter utilizes the 802.11a, 802.11b and802.11g standard.The IEEE 802.11g standard is an extension of the 802.11b standard. It increasesthe data rate up to 54 Mbps within the 2.4GHz band utilizing OFDM technology.This means that in most environments, within the specified range of this device,you will be able to transfer large files quickly or even watch a movie in MPEGformat over your network without noticeable delays. This technology works bytransmitting high-speed digital data over a radio wave utilizing OFDM (OrthogonalFrequency Division Multiplexing) technology. OFDM works by splitting the radiosignal into multiple smaller sub-signals that are then transmitted simultaneouslyat different frequencies to the receiver. OFDM reduces the amount of crosstalk(interference) in signal transmissions. The D-Link DWL-AG530 will automaticallysense the best possible connection speed to ensure the greatest speed andrange possible.Wireless Basics (continued)802.11g offers the most advanced network security features available today,including: WPA , 802.1x, TKIP, AES and Pre-Shared Key mode.The DWL-AG530 is backwards compatible with 802.11b devices. This meansthat if you have an existing 802.11b network, the devices in that network will becompatible with 802.11g devices at speeds up to 11Mbps in the 2.4GHz range.

9Wireless Basics (continued)Installation ConsiderationsThe D-Link AirPremier AG DWL-AG530 lets you access your network, using awireless connection, from virtually anywhere within its operating range. Keepin mind, however, that the number, thickness and location of walls, ceilings, orother objects that the wireless signals must pass through, may limit the range.Typical ranges vary depending on the types of materials and background RF(radio frequency) noise in your home or business. The key to maximizingwireless range is to follow these basic guidelines:Keep your product away (at least 3-6 feet or 1-2 meters) from electricaldevices or appliances that generate RF noise.4Keep the number of walls and ceilings between the DWL-AG530 andother network devices to a minimum - each wall or ceiling can reduceyour DWL-AG530’s range from 3-90 feet (1-30 meters.) Position yourdevices so that the number of walls or ceilings is minimized.1Be aware of the direct line between network devices. A wall that is 1.5feet thick (.5 meters), at a 45-degree angle appears to be almost 3 feet(1 meter) thick. At a 2-degree angle it looks over 42 feet (14 meters)thick! Position devices so that the signal will travel straight through awall or ceiling (instead of at an angle) for better reception.2Building materials can impede the wireless signal - a solid metal dooror aluminum studs may have a negative effect on range. Try to positionwireless devices and computers with wireless adapters so that thesignal passes through drywall or open doorways and not other materials.3TM

10Getting StartedInfrastructure – using an access point or wireless routersuch as the DWL-7100AP.Ad-Hoc – directly connecting to another computer, for Peer-to-Peer communication, using wireless network adapters oneach computer, such as two or more DWL-AG530 WirelessPCI Adapters.On the following pages we will show you an example of an InfrastructureNetwork and an Ad-Hoc Network.An Infrastructure network contains an access point or a wireless router.The Infrastructure Network example shown on the following page containsthe following D-Link network devices (your existing network may becomprised of other devices):A wireless router - D-Link AirPremier AG DI-784A laptop computer with a wireless adapter -D-Link Air Premier AG DWL-AG660A desktop computer with a wireless adapter -D-Link Air Premier AG DWL-AG530A Cable modem - D-Link DCM-201There are basically two modes of networking:TMTMTM

11You will need broadband Internet access (a Cable or DSL-subscriber lineinto your home or office).Consult with your Cable or DSL provider for proper installation of the modem.Connect the Cable or DSL modem to your broadband router. (See theQuick Installation Guide included with your router).Install the D-Link AirPremier AG DWL-AG530 Wireless PCI Adapter intoan available PCI slot on your desktop computer.(See the Quick Installation Guide included with the network adapter).Install the D-Link DWL-AG660 Wireless Cardbus Adapter into a laptopcomputer.(See the Quick Installation Guide included with the DWL-AG660).If you wish, you may connect a computer that is equipped with an Ethernetnetwork adapter (such as a DFE-530TX+) to the router also.A RADIUS server is optional. Connect a RADIUS server to your networkto use all the features of WPA. (Without a RADIUS server you can stilluse the WPA Pre-Shared Key mode.) RADIUS Authentication can alsobe provided by another service provider over the Internet and remote toyour network site.TMGetting Started (continued)DWL-AGDWL-AGDWL-AGDWL-AGDWL-AG660660660660660with Laptop PCDWL-AGDWL-AGDWL-AGDWL-AGDWL-AG530530530530530Setting up a Wireless Infrastructure Network11111222223333344444555556666677777For a typical wire-less setup at home(as shown here),please do thefollowing:DI-784

12Getting Started (continued)Setting up a Wireless Ad-Hoc NetworkInstall the DWL-AG660 into a laptop computer. (See the QuickInstallation Guide included with the DWL-AG660).Set the wireless configuration for the adapters to Ad-Hoc mode, setthe adapters to the same channel, and assign an IP address toeach computer on the Ad-Hoc network. (See box below).When assigning IP addresses to the computers on the network, pleaseremember that the IP address for each computer must be in the sameIP address range as all the computers in the network, and the subnetmask must be exactly the same for all the computers in the network.For example: If the first computer is assigned an IP address of 192.168.0.2with a subnet mask of 255.255.255.0, then the second computer can beassigned an IP address of 192.168.0.3 with a subnet mask of 255.255.255.0,etc.IMPORTANT: If computers or other devices are assigned the same IPaddress, one or more of the devices may not be visible on the network.IP AddressDWL-AG660DWL-AG530Install the D-Link DWL-AG530 Wireless PCI Adapter into thedesktop computer. (See the Quick Installation Guide included withthe DWL-AG530).

13D-Link AirPremier AG DWL-AG530 uses the Configuration Utility as themanagement software. The utility provides the user an easy interface to changeany settings related to the wireless adapter. After you have completed theinstallation of the DWL-AG530 (refer to the Quick Installation Guide that camewith your purchase) whenever you start the computer, the Configuration Utilitystarts automatically and the system tray icon is loaded in the toolbar (seeillustration below*.) Clicking on the utility icon will start the Configuration Utility.Another way to start the Configuration Utility is to click on Start>Programs>D-Link AirPremier AG > D-Link AirPremier AG Utility.Select the Wireless Networks tab.Uncheck the box in the properties windowthat enables windows configuration.Using the Configuration UtilityIf you are using Windows XP, you can use either the Zero Configuration Utilityor the D-Link Configuration Utility.If the icon does not display in the taskbar, then click onthis icon on your desktop to open.To use the D-Link Configuration Utility with XP, right-clickon the wireless network icon in the taskbar in the lowerright-hand corner of your computer screen.In the window that appears, selectView Available Wireless Networksand click the Advanced button. Thescreen at right will appear.After you have done this, you can then use the D-LinkConfiguration Utility with XP by clicking on the D-LinkConfiguration Utility icon. *Configuration Utility iconin the system trayTMTM TMTo access the WPA security featuresof the DWL-AG530 you must installthe Aegis software (included on theinstallation CD) before inserting the Adapterinto your laptop PC.

14Link InfoUsing the Configuration Utility (continued)After clicking on the Configuration Utility icon, the Link Info screen will displaythe settings for the DWL-AG530:SSID:The Service Set Identifier is thename assigned to the wirelessnetwork. The factory SSID set-ting is default.Tx Rate:Tx Rate settings are automatically determined for an optimal speed up to amaximum of 54Mbps (108Mbps in Turbo mode).Status:Displays the MAC address ofthe access point or router towhich the DWL-AG530 is asso-ciated.Channel:The channel selection is automatically determined by the DWL-AG530. (Onlychannels 52 and above are available for selection.)Frequency:802.11g indicates that theDWL-AG530 is communicatingin the 2.4GHz band.Encryption:You can see if WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) is Enabled or Disabled here.Wireless Mode:Either Infrastructure or Ad-Hoc will be displayed here. (Please see the Get-ting Started section in this manual for an explanation of these two modes.)Signal Strength/Link Quality:Packet Count:Displays the statistics of the data packets that are transmitted and received.Rescan Button:Rescans for the strongest signal in your environment and associates with thataccess point or router.Displays the Link Quality for the DWL-AG530 wireless connection to the ac-cess point. The signal strength represents the wireless signal between theaccess point and the DWL-AG530. The percentage coincides with the graphi-cal bar.Authentication:If Authentication is in use; it will be indicated here.

15Wireless Mode:Authentication:Keys 1-4:Select the default key.Data Encryption:IP Settings:Click on the pull-down menu; select from thefollowing options:Infrastructure - Connecting to the WLANusing an access point. (This is the defaultsetting).Ad-Hoc – Wireless mode used whenconnecting directly to a computer equipped with a wireless adapter in aPeer-to-Peer environment.Choose one of the following modes:Click Apply to save changes.When you click IP Settings in the Configuration window, the pop-up screenshown on the next page will appear. Configure the IP settings in that window.Hexadecimal digits consist of the numbers 0-9 and the letters A-F.ASCII (American Standard Code for Information Interchange) is a code forrepresenting English letters as numbers from 0-127.Using the Configuration Utility (continued)ConfigurationSelect Enabled or Disabled.Open Authentication - The DWL-AG530 is visible to all devices on thenetwork.Shared Authentication- Allows communication only with other deviceswith identical WEP settings.WPA* - Select to enable WPA. Click Athentication Config.WPA-PSK* - Select to enable WPA-PSK. Click Authentication Config.*(See the following pages for more detailed configuration instructions.)IEEE802.1x:Enable 802.1x in this field. (802.1x is automatically enabled when WPA or WPA-PSK is selected.)SSID:Service Set Identifier is a name that identifies awireless network. Access points and wirelessdevices attempting to connect to a specificWLAN (Wireless Local Area Network) must usethe same SSID. The default setting is default.Key Length:Select the key length and either ASCII or hexadecimal format.

16Configuration > IP SettingsUsing the Configuration Utility (continued)Obtain an IP Address Automatically:Choose this option to obtain an IP address automatically through a DHCPserver.Assign the following IP Address:Choose this option to assign a static IP address.Obtain DNS Server Address Automatically:Choose this option to obtain a DNS server address automatically.Use the following DNS Server address:If you make this selection, enter the Preferred DNS server and the AlternateDNS server in the appropriate fields.

17Using the Configuration Utility (continued)Configuration>WPAAdvanced Security SettingsAuthentication > WPA >802.1XThe Advanced Security Set-tings screen will appear, asshown below.Select the EAP Type youwant to use. Configure theinformation needed forauthenticating.Click OK. The WPAconfiguration is complete!Trusted CA List.Inner AuthenticationProtocol.For an explanation ofthe terms shown inthis window please see theappendix.Select WPA in theAuthentication field.ClickAuthentication ConfigWPAWhen you select WPA,802.1X is Enabled.Enabled

18Configuration > WPA-PSKEnabledSelect WPA-PSK in theAuthentication field.ClickAuthentication ConfigWhen you select WPA-PSK, 802.1X is Enabled.Using the Configuration Utility (continued)Authentication > WPA-PSK > 802.1XEnter the WPApassphrase.WPA-PSKdoes notrequire aRADIUS server inthe network.Click OK. The WPA-PSK configuration iscomplete!Advanced Security SettingsWPA-PSK

22Using the Network Setup Wizard in Windows XPIn this section you will learn how to establish a network at home or work, usingMicrosoft Windows XP.Note: Please refer to websites such as http://www.homenethelp.comand http://www.microsoft.com/windows2000 for information about networkingcomputers using Windows 2000/Me/98SE.Go to Start>Control Panel>Network ConnectionsSelect Set up a home or small office networkNetworking BasicsWhen this screen appears, click Next.

23Please follow all the instructions in this window:Networking Basics (continued)Click Next.In the following window, select the best description of your computer. If yourcomputer connects to the Internet through a gateway/router, select thesecond option as shown.Click Next.

24Enter a Computer description and a Computer name (optional.)Networking Basics (continued)Click Next.Enter a Workgroup name. All computers on your network should have thesame Workgroup name.Click Next.

25Please wait while the Network Setup Wizard applies the changes.Networking Basics (continued)When the changes are complete, click Next.Please wait while the Network Setup Wizard configures the computer.This may take a few minutes.

26Networking Basics (continued)In the window below, select the option that fits your needs. In this example,Create a Network Setup Disk has been selected. You will run this disk oneach of the computers on your network. Click Next.Insert a disk into the Floppy Disk Drive, in this case drive A.Click Next.

27Networking Basics (continued)Please read the information under Here’s how in the screen below. After youcomplete the Network Setup Wizard you will use the Network Setup Disk torun the Network Setup Wizard once on each of the computers on your net-work. To continue click Next.

28Networking Basics (continued)Please 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 runningthe Network Setup Disk on all your computers, your new wireless networkwill be ready to use.

29Networking Basics (continued)Naming your ComputerTo name your computer in Windows XP, please follow these directions:Click Start (in the lower left corner of the screen).Right-click on My Computer.Select Properties and click.Select the ComputerName Tab in the Sys-tem Properties window.You may enter a Com-puter Description ifyou wish; this field isoptional.To rename the computerand join a domain, clickChange.

30Networking Basics (continued)Naming your ComputerChecking the IP Address in Windows XPThe wireless adapter-equipped computers in your network must be in the sameIP address range (see Getting Started in this manual for a definition of IP ad-dress range). To check on the IP address of the adapter, please do the follow-ing:Right-click on theLocal AreaConnectionicon in the taskbar.Click on Status.Click OK.All computers on yournetwork must have the sameWorkgroup name.Select Workgroup and enterthe name of the Workgroup.In this window, enter theComputer name.

31Networking Basics (continued)Checking the IP Address in Windows XPThis window will appear.Click theSupport tab.ClickClose.Assigning a Static IP Address in Windows XP/2000Note: DHCP-capable routers will automatically assign IP addresses to the com-puters on the network, using DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol)technology. If you are using a DHCP-capable gateway/router you will not needto assign static IP addresses.If you are not using a DHCP capable gateway/router, or you need to assign astatic IP address, please follow these instructions:Go to Start.Double-clickon ControlPanel.

32Networking Basics (continued)Assigning a Static IP Address in Windows XP/2000Double-clickon NetworkConnections.Double-click onProperties.Right-click on Local AreaConnections.

33 Select Use thefollowing DNS serveraddresses. Enter theLAN IP address of thewireless router. (D-Linkwireless routers have aLAN IP address of192.168.0.1).Networking Basics(continued)Assigning a Static IP Addressin Windows XP/2000You have completed the assignment of astatic IP address. (You do not need to as-sign a static IP address if you have a DHCP-capable gateway/router).Click on InternetProtocol (TCP/IP).Click Properties.IP Address:e.g., 192.168.0.2Subnet Mask:255.255.255.0Default Gateway:Enter the LAN IPaddress of the wirelessrouter. (D-Link wirelessrouters have a LAN IPaddress of 192.168.0.1).In the window below,select Use the followingIP address. Input your IPaddress and subnetmask. (The IP addresseson your network must bewithin the same range.For example, if onecomputer has an IPaddress of 192.168.0.2,the other computers should have IP addresses that are sequential,like 192.168.0.3 and 192.168.0.4. The subnet mask must be thesame for all the computerson the network).Click OK.Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)Client for Microsoft Networks

34Networking Basics (continued)Checking the Wireless Connection by Pinging in Windows XP/2000Checking the Wireless Connection by Pinging in Windows Me/98SEGo to Start > Run> type cmd. Awindow similar tothis one will ap-pear. Type pingxxx.xxx.xxx.xxx,where xxx is theIP address of thewireless router oraccess point. Agood wirelessconnection willshow four repliesfrom the wirelessrouter or accesspoint, as shown.Go to Start >Run > typecommand. Awindow similar tothis will appear.Type pingxxx.xxx.xxx.xxxwhere xxx is theIP address of thewireless router oraccess point. Agood wirelessconnection willshow four repliesfrom the wirelessrouter or accesspoint, as shown.

351. How do I check that the drivers for the DWL-AG530 are installed properly?Click DeviceManager.Select theHardwareTab.TroubleshootingThis chapter provides solutions to problems that can occur during the installa-tion and operation of the DWL-AG530. Read the following descriptions if youare having problems. (The examples below are illustrated in Windows XP. Ifyou have a different operating system, the screenshots on your computer willlook similar to the following examples).Go to Start >My Computer >Properties.

36Troubleshooting (continued)Double-clickon Networkadapters.Right-click on D-LinkDWL-AG530 WirelessPCI Adapter.Select Proper-ties to checkthat the driversare installedproperly.Click OK.D-Link AirPro DWL-AB650 Wireless Cardbus AdapterLook under DeviceStatus to check thatthe device is workingproperly.D-Link Air PremierTM DWL-AG530D-Link AirPremier DWL-AG53011a/11g Dualband Wireless 108Mbps PCI AdapterTMPCID-Link DWL-AG530 Wireless PCI Adapter

37Make sure that the SSID on the D-Link DWL-AG530 Wireless PCIAdapter is exactly the same as the SSID on the access point orwireless router.Move the DWL-AG530 and access point or wireless router into thesame 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 set to a differentfrequency.Turn off your access point and the computer with the DWL-AG530.Turn on the access point, and then turn on the computer with theDWL-AG530.Refresh the DWL-AG530 Utility.Make sure that the D-Link DWL-AG530 Wireless PCI Adapter isproperly seated in 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:Check to see if the DWL-AG530 PCI adapter is firmly inserted intothe PCI slot of your laptop computer.Reset the access point to its factory default settings and restore theDWL-AG530 PCI adapter to the factory default settings.Troubleshooting (continued) 5.2. I cannot connect to the access point or the wireless router.3. The DWL-AG530 Power and Link lights are not on.4. I forgot my Encryption key.The computer does not recognize the D-Link DWL-AG530 Wire-less PCI Adapter.Make sure that the 802.11a access point and the adapter is setto channel 52 and above in the 802.11a band, because the DWL-AG530 does not support channels 36-48 in the 802.11a band.

38Troubleshooting (continued)A. Under Tools> select Folder Options…> select View> under Hidden files and folders > select Showhidden files and folders.B. Uncheck Hide extension for known file types > clickon Apply.C. 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-AG530 installed is unable to connect to the wireless network and/or the Internet.

39Check 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-AG530 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 avoid connection problems using the DWL-AG530?Move the DWL-AG530 and the access point or wireless routerinto the 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.Troubleshooting (continued)

40IEEE 802.11bIEEE 802.11IEEE 802.11aStandardsTechnical SpecificationsPCI 2.2Bus TypeTemperature Operating: 32ºF to 131ºF (0ºC to 55ºC)95% maximum, non-condensingHumidity:Warranty: 3 years 0.17 lb. (77 grams)Weight:Internal Antenna Type:Omni Directional Dipole Antenna with 2~4 dbi gain64, 128-bit WEPSecurity:802.1XWPA - (Wi-Fi Protected Access), 64-,128-bit WEP with TKIP,MIC, IV Expansion, Shared Key AuthenticationPhysical Dimensions:L = 6.6 inches (168mm)W = 4.2 inches (107mm)H = 0.16 inches (4mm)IEEE 802.11gSupports Advanced Encryption Standard (AES)PCI 32-bit interface

4154Mbps OFDM, 10% PER,-73dBm 11Mbps CCK, 8% PER, -91dBm9Mbps OFDM, 10% PER,-90dBm48Mbps OFDM, 10% PER,-76dBm36Mbps OFDM, 10% PER,-82dBm12Mbps OFDM, 10% PER,-89dBm18Mbps OFDM, 10% PER,-88dBm24Mbps OFDM, 10% PER,-85dBm5.250GHz to 5.850GHzFrequency Range:2.4GHz to 2.462GHzTechnical Specifications (continued)Data Rates:With Automatic Fallback108Mbps (Turbo Mode); 54Mbps; 48Mbps; 36Mbps; 24Mbps; 18Mbps;12Mbps; 11Mbps; 9Mbps; 6Mbps; 5.5Mbps; 2Mbps; 1MbpsModulation Technology:Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing (OFDM)Media Access Control:CSMA/CA with ACKReceiver Sensitivity:6Mbps OFDM, 10% PER,-91dBmRange:Indoors: Up to 328 feet (100 meters)15dBm ± 2dBTransmitter Output Power:LEDs:LinkComplementary Code Keying (CCK)Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS)Activity5.5Mbps CCK, 8% PER,-92dBm2Mbps QPSK, 8% PER,-93dBm1Mbps BPSK, 8% PER,-94dBmChannels 52 and above are available for selectionChannels:

42TTTTTechniechniechniechniechnical Supportcal Supportcal Supportcal Supportcal SupportYou can find software updates and user documentation on the D-Link website.D-Link provides free technical support for customers within the United States andwithin Canada for the duration of the warranty period on this product.U.S. and Canadian customers can contact D-Link Technical Support through ourwebsite, or by phone.Tech Support for customers within the United States:D-Link Technical Support over the Telephone:(877) 453-546524 hours a day, seven days a week.D-Link Technical Support over the Internet:http://support.dlink.comemail:support@dlink.comTech Support for customers within Canada:D-Link Technical Support over the Telephone:(800) 361-5265Monday to Friday 8:30am to 9:00pm ESTD-Link Technical Support over the Internet:http://support.dlink.caemail:support@dlink.ca

43Subject to the terms and conditions set forth herein, D-Link Systems, Inc. (“D-Link”) provides this Limitedwarranty for its product only to the person or entity that originally purchased the product from:•D-Link or its authorized reseller or distributor and•Products purchased and delivered within the fifty states of the United States, the District ofColumbia, U.S. Possessions or Protectorates, U.S. Military Installations, addresses with anAPO or FPO.Limited Warranty: D-Link warrants that the hardware portion of the D-Link products describedbelow will be free from material defects in workmanship and materials from the date of original retailpurchase of the product, for the period set forth below applicable to the product type (“WarrantyPeriod”), except as otherwise stated herein.3-Year Limited Warranty for the Product(s) is defined as follows:•Hardware (excluding power supplies and fans) Three (3) Years•Power Supplies and Fans One (1) Year•Spare parts and spare kits Ninety (90) daysD-Link’s sole obligation shall be to repair or replace the defective Hardware during the Warranty Periodat no charge to the original owner or to refund at D-Link’s sole discretion. Such repair or replacement willbe rendered by D-Link at an Authorized D-Link Service Office. The replacement Hardware need not benew or have an identical make, model or part. D-Link may in its sole discretion replace the defectiveHardware (or any part thereof) with any reconditioned product that D-Link reasonably determines issubstantially equivalent (or superior) in all material respects to the defective Hardware. Repaired orreplacement Hardware will be warranted for the remainder of the original Warranty Period from the dateof original retail purchase. If a material defect is incapable of correction, or if D-Link determines in its solediscretion that it is not practical to repair or replace the defective Hardware, the price paid by the originalpurchaser for the defective Hardware will be refunded by D-Link upon return to D-Link of the defectiveHardware. All Hardware (or part thereof) that is replaced by D-Link, or for which the purchase price isrefunded, shall become the property of D-Link upon replacement or refund.Limited Software Warranty: D-Link warrants that the software portion of the product (“Software”)will substantially conform to D-Link’s then current functional specifications for the Software, as set forthin the applicable documentation, from the date of original retail purchase of the Software for a period ofninety (90) days (“Warranty Period”), provided that the Software is properly installed on approvedhardware and operated as contemplated in its documentation. D-Link further warrants that, during theWarranty Period, the magnetic media on which D-Link delivers the Software will be free of physicaldefects. D-Link’s sole obligation shall be to replace the non-conforming Software (or defective media)with software that substantially conforms to D-Link’s functional specifications for the Software or torefund at D-Link’s sole discretion. Except as otherwise agreed by D-Link in writing, the replacementSoftware is provided only to the original licensee, and is subject to the terms and conditions of thelicense granted by D-Link for the Software. Software will be warranted for the remainder of the originalWarranty Period from the date or original retail purchase. If a material non-conformance is incapable ofcorrection, or if D-Link determines in its sole discretion that it is not practical to replace the non-conforming Software, the price paid by the original licensee for the non-conforming Software will berefunded by D-Link; provided that the non-conforming Software (and all copies thereof) is first returnedto D-Link. The license granted respecting any Software for which a refund is given automaticallyterminates.Non-Applicability of Warranty: The Limited Warranty provided hereunder for hardware and softwareof D-Link’s products will not be applied to and does not cover any refurbished product and any productpurchased through the inventory clearance or liquidation sale or other sales in which D-Link, the sellers,or the liquidators expressly disclaim their warranty obligation pertaining to the product and in that case,the product is being sold “As-Is” without any warranty whatsoever including, without limitation, theLimited Warranty as described herein, notwithstanding anything stated herein to the contrary.Submitting A Claim: The customer shall return the product to the original purchase point based on itsreturn policy. In case the return policy period has expired and the product is within warranty, thecustomer shall submit a claim to D-Link as outlined below:Warranty and Registration(USA only)

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45The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by unauthorizedmodifications to this equipment; such modifications could void the user’s authority to operate theequipment.Governing Law: This Limited Warranty shall be governed by the laws of the State of California. Somestates do not allow exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on howlong an implied warranty lasts, so the foregoing limitations and exclusions may not apply. This limitedwarranty provides specific legal rights and the product owner may also have other rights which varyfrom state to state.Trademarks: D-Link is a registered trademark of D-Link Systems, Inc. Other trademarks or registeredtrademarks are the property of their respective manufacturers or owners.Copyright Statement: No part of this publication or documentation accompanying this Product maybe reproduced in any form or by any means or used to make any derivative such as translation,transformation, or adaptation without permission from D-Link Corporation/D-Link Systems, Inc., asstipulated by the United States Copyright Act of 1976. Contents are subject to change without priornotice. Copyright© 2002 by D-Link Corporation/D-Link Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.CE Mark Warning: This is a Class B product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radiointerference, in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.FCC Statement: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class Bdigital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonableprotection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, andcan radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,may cause harmful interference to radio communication. However, there is no guarantee that interferencewill not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio ortelevision reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouragedto try to correct the interference by one or more 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 isconnected.•Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.For detailed warranty outside the United States, please contact corresponding localD-Link office.Register your D-Link product online at http://support.dlink.com/register/FCC Caution:(1) The devices are restricted to operations within the 5.25 to 5.825GHz range.This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following twoconditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must acceptany interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.IMPORTANT NOTE:FCC Radiation Exposure Statement:This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolledenvironment. The antenna(s) used for this equipment must be installed to provide a separationdistance of at least eight inches (20 cm) from all persons.This equipment must not be operated in conjunction with any other antenna. LIABILITY OF D-LINK UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS LIMITED TO THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCTCOVERED BY THE WARRANTY. THE FOREGOING EXPRESS WRITTEN WARRANTIES AND REMEDIESARE EXCLUSIVE AND ARE IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTIES OR REMEDIES, EXPRESS, IMPLIED ORSTATUTORY.

46AppendixEAP TypesConfiguration > Advanced Security Settings > EAP TypesEAP Type Inner AuthenticationProtocol Information neededfor AuthenticatingEAP-TLSEAP-MSCHAPv2CertificateUser NameUser NamePasswordDomain NameLEAP User NamePasswordPAPTTLS IdentityUser NamePasswordCHAPTTLS IdentityUser NamePasswordMSCHAPTTLS IdentityUser NamePasswordDomain NameEAP-TTLSMSCHAPv2TTLS IdentityUser NamePasswordDomain Name

47EAP Type Inner AuthenticationProtocol Information neededfor AuthenticatingEAP-Generic Token CardEAP-MD5EAP-Generic Token CardUser NamePasswordEAP-MSCHAPv2EAP-MD5TTLS IdentityUser NamePasswordTTLS IdentityUser NamePasswordEAP-TTLSTTLS IdentityUser NamePasswordDomain NamePEAPUser NamePasswordValidate Server Certificate:Check Validate Server Certificate to verify the identity of the authenticationserver based on its certificate when using EAP-TTLS, PEAP, and EAP-TLS.(This is checked by default.)Certain protocols, such as EAP-TTLS, PEAP, and EAP-TLS, allow you toverify the identity of the authentication server as the server verifies youridentity. This is called mutual authentication.You can select trusted authentication server certificates using the Add buttonat the Trusted CA List (at the bottom of the Advanced Security Settingspage).EAP-MSCHAPv2 User NamePasswordDomain NameAppendixEAP Types (continued)Definitions of Terms

48Domain Name:Each server has a domain name that uniquely identifies it. That domain nameis normally contained in the Subject CN field of the server certificate. A serverdomain name ends with the name of a larger administrative domain, to whichthe server belongs.TTLS Identity:EAP-TTLS has a unique feature that other protocols do not offer. Because itsets up an encrypted tunnel for your credentials, it is also able to pass yourlogin name through that tunnel. That means that not only are your credentialssecure from eavesdropping, but your identity is protected as well. Thus, withEAP-TTLS you have two identities: an inner one, and an outer one. The inneridentity is your actual user name. Your outer identity can be completelyanonymous. Set your outer identity in the TTLS Identity field.Trusted CA List:The Trusted CA List allows you to configure which authentication serversyou trust for the purpose of logging you in to the network.Click Add at the Trusted CA List at the bottom of the Advanced Security Settingspage. Select the Trusted CA that you want to add and click OK.AppendixDefinitions of Terms (continued) (11/25/2003)

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