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Wireless Cardbus Adapter
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Contents
Package Contents ................................................................................3
Introduction............................................................................................4
Wireless Basics ....................................................................................6
Getting Started ....................................................................................10
Using the Configuration Utility ..............................................................13
Networking Basics ..............................................................................20
Troubleshooting ...................................................................................33
Technical Specifications ......................................................................38
Contacting Technical Support ..............................................................40
Warranty and Registration ...................................................................41
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Contents of Package:
D-Link Air Xpert DWL-AG650
Tri-mode Dualband Wireless Cardbus Adapter
Manual, Warranty and Drivers on CD
Printed Quick Installation Guide
Package Contents
If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller.
System Requirements for Configuration:
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An 802.11a, 802.11b or 802.11g Access Point (for Infrastruc-
ture Mode) or another 802.11a, 802.11b, or 802.11g wireless
adapter (for Ad-Hoc; Peer-to-Peer networking mode).
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At least 128 MB of memory and a 500 MHz processor
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Windows XP, Windows 2000, Windows Me, or Windows 98SE
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A laptop or notebook computer with an available 32-bit
Cardbus slot
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Introduction
The D-Link Air Xpert DWL-AG650 Tri-mode Dualband Wireless Cardbus Adapter is an
802.11a/802.11b/draft 802.11g high-performance, wireless adapter that supports high-
speed wireless networking at home, at work or in public places.
In addition to offering faster data transfer speeds when used with other 802.11a or draft
802.11g products, the DWL-AG650 has the newest, most advanced security features
available today, using the draft 802.11i security standard. These additional security
features are optional. You may choose to continue using the familiar WEP security, or
you may not wish to utilize security features at all. However, if you do choose to use the
DWL-AG650’s powerful security features with other WPA (WiFi Protected Access) and
802.1x compatible products in a network with a RADIUS server, the security features
will include:
WPA*: A new security feature, Wi-Fi Protected Access authorizes and identifies users
based on a secret key that changes automatically at a regular interval.
WPA uses TKIP (Temporal Key Integrity Protocol) to change the temporal
key every 10,000 packets (a packet is a kind of message transmitted over a
network). This ensures much greater security than the standard WEP security.
(By contrast, the older WEP encryption required the keys to be changed
manually).
802.1x: Authentication is a first line of defense against intrusion. In the Authentication
process the server verifies the identity of the client attempting to connect to the
network. Unfamiliar clients would be denied access.
Users that choose not to incorporate a RADIUS server in their network may also use the
optional enhanced security features, or they may wish to continue using the standard
WEP security, or they may choose to use no security at all. However, if you do wish to
experience the enhanced security of the DWL-AG650 in conjunction with other draft
802.11i compatible products, without a RADIUS server, the Pre Shared Key mode of
WPA will assign a new security key every time the DWL-AG650 connects to the draft
802.11i Access Point. If you choose to enable the enhanced security features of the
DWL-AG650, you need only to input your encryption information once in the configuration
menu. No longer will you have to manually change the WEP key to ensure security -
with the DWL-AG650, you will automatically receive a new key every time you connect,
vastly increasing the safety of your communications.
*WPA will be available Q3 2003 as a driver download
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Featuring a breakthrough all-in-one tri-mode dualband design, the new D-Link Air Xpert
DWL-AG650 is a next generation laptop PC adapter that connects to 802.11a (in the
5GHz band) and draft 802.11g networks (in the 2.4GHz band) at 54 Mbps and 802.11b
networks (in the 2.4GHz band) at 11Mbps.
When used with other 802.11a or 802.11g devices, the DWL-AG650 will achieve data
transfer rates of up to 54Mbps. 802.11b devices will communicate at 11Mbps.
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Features
*WPA will be available Q3 2003 as a driver download
LEDs
LED stands for Light-Emitting Diode. The DWL-AG650 has the following
LEDs:
LED LED Activity
A blinking light indicates data is being transmitted
A steady light indicates a connection to an Access Point
Activity
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!User-friendly configuration and diagnostic utilities
Versatility - The DWL-AG650 is fully compatible with IEEE 802.11a and
802.11b standards, making it interoperable with 802.11a and 802.11b wireless
routers and access points in your office, home or at public wireless hotspots.
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32-bit Cardbus Performance/Plug & Play Connectivity -The DWL-AG650
is a powerful 32-bit cardbus adapter that installs quickly and easily into laptop
PCs, and when used with other D-LinkAirXpert ABG products will automati-
cally connect to the network out of the box.
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Compatible with 802.11a, 802.11b and 802.11g Devices - Fully compatible
with the IEEE 802.11a, 802.11b and Draft 802.11g standards, the DWL-
AG650 can connect with existing 802.11b routers, access points and cards.
That means you can still communicate with colleagues and friends while you
have the ability to link to even more wireless networks.
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Faster Wireless Networking - Faster data transfers mean increased
productivity. With the DWL-AG650 in your laptop PC, you will have the
flexibility of wireless networking speeds that save you time and money.
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Better Security with 802.1x and WPA* -With the DWL-AG650 in your laptop
PC you can securely connect to a wireless network using 802.1x for wireless
authentication, as well as WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access) providing you a
much higher level of security for your data and communications than has
previously been available. AES hardware support ensures future compatibility.
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D-Link wireless products are based on industry standards to provide easy-to-
use and compatible high-speed wireless connectivity within your home, business
or public access wireless networks. D-Link wireless products will allow you
access to the data you want, when and where you want it. You will be able to
enjoy the freedom that wireless networking brings.
A WLAN is a cellular computer network that transmits and receives data with
radio signals instead of wires. WLANs are used increasingly in both home and
office environments, and public areas such as airports, coffee shops and
universities. Innovative ways to utilize WLAN technology are helping people to
work and communicate more efficiently. Increased mobility and the absence of
cabling and other fixed infrastructure have proven to be beneficial for many
users.
Wireless Basics
Wireless users can use the same applications they use on a wired network.
Wireless adapter cards used on laptop and desktop systems support the same
protocols as Ethernet adapter cards.
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Wireless Basics (continued)
People use WLAN technology for many different purposes:
Mobility - Productivity increases when people have access to data in any
location within the operating range of the WLAN. Management decisions based
on real-time information can significantly improve worker efficiency.
Low Implementation Costs – WLANs are easy to set up, manage, change
and relocate. Networks that frequently change can benefit from WLANs ease
of implementation. WLANs can operate in locations where installation of wiring
may be impractical.
Installation and Network Expansion - Installing a WLAN system can be
fast 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 - even
outside the home or office.
Inexpensive Solution – Wireless network devices are as competitively priced
as conventional Ethernet network devices.
Scalability – WLANs can be configured in a variety of ways to meet the needs
of specific applications and installations. Configurations are easily changed
and range from peer-to-peer networks suitable for a small number of users to
larger infrastructure networks to accommodate hundreds or thousands of
users, depending on the number of wireless devices deployed.
The DWL-AG650 is compatible with the following wireless products:
D-Link AirPro DWL-A650, D-Link AirPlus DWL-650+,
D-Link AirPlus Xtreme G DWL-G650, D-Link AirPro DWL-AB650
Wireless Cardbus Adapters used with laptop computers
D-Link AirPro DWL-A520 and D-Link AirPlus DWL-520+,
D-Link AirPlus Xtreme G DWL-G520, D-Link AirXpert
DWL-AG520, and D-Link AirPro DWL-AB520
Wireless PCI cards used with desktop computers
D-Link AirPlus DWL-900AP+, D-Link AirPlus Xtreme G DWL-
2000AP and D-Link AirXpert DWL-7000AP
Wireless Access Points
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D-Link AirXpert DI-774
Wireless Broadband Routers
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Standards-Based Technology
The DWL-AG650 Wireless Cardbus Adapter utilizes the 802.11a, 802.11b and
draft 802.11g standard.
The IEEE draft 802.11g standard is an extension of the 802.11b standard. It
increases the data rate up to 54 Mbps within the 2.4GHz band. The 802.11a
standard also increases the data rate up to 54 Mbps, but within the 5GHz band.
Both 802.11a and 802.11g utilize 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 MPEG
format over your network without noticeable delays. This technology works by
transmitting high-speed digital data over a radio wave utilizing OFDM (Orthogonal
Frequency Division Multiplexing) technology. OFDM works by splitting the radio
signal into multiple smaller sub-signals that are then transmitted simultaneously
at different frequencies to the receiver. OFDM reduces the amount of crosstalk
(interference) in signal transmissions. The D-Link DWL-AG650 will automatically
sense the best possible connection speed to ensure the greatest speed and
range possible.
The DWL-AG650 offers the most advanced network security features available
today, including: WPA , 802.1x and AES hardware support.
In addition to its compatibility with 802.11g and 802.11a devices, the DWL-
AG650 is compatible with 802.11b devices. This means that if you have an
existing 802.11b network, or a network with a mixture of 802.11g, 802.11a and
802.11b, the devices in that network will be compatible with the DWL-AG650.
Wireless Basics (continued)
WPA will be available Q3 2003 as a driver or firmware download
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802.11g standard is scheduled for ratification in Q3 2003
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Available soon as a firmware and driver update
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Wireless Basics (continued)
Installation Considerations
The D-Link Air Xpert DWL-AG650 lets you access your network, using a
wireless connection, from virtually anywhere within its operating range. Keep
in mind, however, that the number, thickness and location of walls, ceilings, or
other 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 maximizing
wireless range is to follow these basic guidelines:
1. Keep the number of walls and ceilings between the DWL-AG650 and
other network devices to a minimum - each wall or ceiling can reduce
your D-Link wireless product’s range from 3-90 feet (1-30 meters.) Position
your devices so that the number of walls or ceilings is minimized.
2. Be aware of the direct line between network devices. A wall that is
1.5 feet 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 a wall or
ceiling (instead of at an angle) for better reception.
3. Building materials can impede the wireless signal - a solid metal door or
aluminum studs may have a negative effect on range. Try to position wireless
devices and computers with wireless adapters so that the signal passes
through drywall or open doorways and not other materials.
4. Keep your product away (at least 3-6 feet or 1-2 meters) from electrical
devices or appliances that may generate extreme RF noise.
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Getting Started
Infrastructure – using an Access Point, or Wireless Router,
such as the DWL-7000AP.
Ad-Hoc – directly connecting to another computer, for peer-to-
peer communication, using wireless network adapters on
each computer, such as two or more DWL-AG650 wireless
network Cardbus adapters.
On the following pages we will show you an example of an Infrastructure
Network 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 contains
the following D-Link network devices (your existing network may be
comprised of other devices):
A wireless Router - D-Link AirXpert DI-774
A laptop computer with a wireless adapter -
D-Link AirXpert DWL-AG650
A desktop computer with a wireless adapter -
D-Link AirXpert DWL-AG520, D-Link AirPlus Xtreme G DWL-
G520, D-Link AirPro DWL-AB520,or D-Link AirPlus DWL-520+
A Cable modem - D-Link DCM-200 or DCM-201
There are basically two modes of networking:
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You will need broadband Internet access (a Cable or DSL-subscriber line into
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 the Quick
Installation Guide included with your router).
If you are connecting a desktop computer to your network, you can install the
D-Link AirXpert DWL-AG520 wireless PCI adapter into an available PCI slot on
your desktop computer. You may also install the DWL-A520, DWL-G520 or
DWL-AB520 or other compatible D-Link wireless PCI adapter.
(See the Quick Installation Guide included with the network adapter).
Install the drivers for the D-Link DWL-AG650 wireless Cardbus adapter into a
laptop computer.
(See the Quick Installation Guide included with the DWL-AG650).
Getting Started
For a typical wireless setup at home (as shown above), please do the
following:
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Setting up a Wireless Infrastructure Network
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DWL-AG650
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Getting Started
Setting up a Wireless Ad-Hoc Network
Install the D-Link DWL-AG650 Wireless Network adapter into one
laptop computer. (See the Quick Installation Guide included with the
product for installation instructions).
Install another DWL-AG650 into a laptop computer, or you can
install a DWL-AG520 wireless PCI adapter into a desktop computer.
(See the Quick Installation Guide included with the product).
Set the wireless configuration for the adapters to Ad-Hoc mode, set
the adapters to the same channel, and assign an IP Address to
each computer on the Ad-Hoc network. (See Box below)
When assigning IP Addresses to the computers on the network, please
remember that the IP Address for each computer must be in the same
IP Address range as all the computers in the network, and the subnet
mask must be exactly the same for all the computers in the network.
For example: If the first computer is assigned an IP Address of 192.168.0.2
with a Subnet Mask of 255.255.255.0, then the second computer can be
assigned 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 IP
Address, one or more of the devices may not be visible on the network.
IP Address
DWL-AG650
DWL-AG650
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Using the Configuration Utility
Before you use the configuration utility for the DWL-AG650, you must install the
drivers and the configuration utility from the CD-ROM that came with the
DWL-AG650. (Please see the Quick Installation Guide that came with the
product.) After you have completed this installation and restarted your com-
puter, you can access the Configuration Utility at any time by clicking on this
icon that will appear on your desktop.
If you wish to change the default settings or optimize the performance of the
DWL-AG650, D-Link has included a configuration utility for this purpose. How-
ever, in Windows XP, you can use either the zero configuration utility or you can
use the D-Link Configuration utility.
To use the D-Link configuration utility with XP, click on the Zero Configuration
Utility icon in the taskbar in the lower corner of your computer screen and
uncheck the box in the properties window that enables windows configuration.
After you have done this, you can then use the D-Link Configuration utility with
XP.
After double-clicking the icon on the desktop (shown at right),
the Link Info window shown on the next page will appear:
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Status: Displays the
MAC Address of the
Access Point that is
associated with the
DWL-AG650.
SSID: The Service Set
Identifier is the name
assigned to the
wireless network. The
factory SSID setting is
set to default.
Frequency: The DWL-
AG650 is a dual-band
wireless cardbus adapter. In this instance the 2412 MHz indicates that the
DWL-AG650 is communicating in the 2.4GHz band.
Wireless Mode: Either Infrastructure or Ad-Hoc will be displayed here.
Encryption: You can see if WEP is enabled or disabled here
TxRate: The default setting is Auto; TxRate settings are automatically
determined by the DWL-AG650 depending on the distance from the access
point at this default setting.
Channel: Displays the channel information. By default, the channel is set to
Auto and selection is automatically determined by the DWL-AG650.
Link Quality / Signal Strength: Displays the Link Quality for the
DWL-AG650 wireless connection to the access point. The Signal Strength
represents the wireless signal between the access point and the
DWL-AG650. The percentage coincides with the graphical bar.
Data Rate: Displays the statistics of data transmitted and received.
Configuration Utility
Link Info
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SSID - (Service Set Identifier) is a name that identifies a wireless network. Access
Points and wireless clients attempting to connect to a specific WLAN (Wireless Local
Area Network) must use the same SSID. The default setting is default.
Wireless Mode - Click on the pull-down menu; select from the following options:
Infrastructure - connecting the WLAN using an Access Point. (The default
setting).
Ad-Hoc – wireless mode used when connecting directly to a computer equipped
with a wireless adapter in a peer-to-peer environment.
Ad-Hoc Band - If you have selected Ad-Hoc Wireless mode, select the standard for
your Ad-Hoc communication: 11,11A,11B, or 11G
Channel – The default channel setting is channel Auto. The DWL-AG650 will
automatically select the channel to match the channel setting for the selected Access
Point. In Ad-Hoc mode, the channel must be manually set to the same channel for
each wireless adapter.
TX Rate (11B/G) - Select the transmission rate on the 802.11B/G network. Auto is
the default setting. TX rates are automatically determined by the DWL-AG650
depending on the distance from the access point.
TX Rate (11A) - Select the transmission rate on the 802.11A network. Auto is the
default setting.
Power Mode – Select from three modes:
Continuous Access Mode-this default setting consumes the most power
Maximum Power Save-this setting consumes the least power
Power Save- this setting consumes a moderate amount of power
If any changes are made to the configuration of the wireless adapter, click Apply
to save the changes.
Configuration Utility
D-Link AirPlus DWL-650+ 2.4GHz Wireless Cardbus Adapter
Configuration
Support Band
Preamble - Auto is the default setting. The Preamble defines the length of the CRC
block (Cyclic Redundancy Check is a common technique for detecting data
transmission errors) for communication between the Access Point and the wireless
Network adapters. Note: High network traffic areas should use the shorter preamble
type.
By default, all boxes are
checked. Make sure that the
boxes are checked that corre-
spond to the networks to which
you wish to view and/or connect.
You may keep all the boxes se-
lected as shown if you wish.
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Configuration Utility
Encryption
Data Encryption – enable Encryption by clicking on the box. Encryption is
disabled as the default setting.
Authorization mode – choose one of the following modes:
Open Authentication – communicates the key across the network
Shared Authentication – allows communication only with other
devices with identical WEP settings
Auto – will automatically adjust to the Authentication mode of the
wireless client
Default Key - Select one of 4 keys to be the default key
Network Key – enter a key in either ASCII (e.g., a word) or hexadecimal
format
Key Format - ASCII or Hexadecimal
Key length - select the key length, either 64 or 128 bits
Click Apply to save the changes.
Hexadecimal digits consist of the numbers 0-9 and the letters A-F
ASCII (American Standard Code for Information Interchange) is a code for
representing English letters as numbers from 0-127
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Available Networks
The top section of the window displays the Available Networks. Scroll up
and down the list and highlight the network to which you wish to connect.
Click on the Connect button.
Profiles
In the lower half of the screen, you can manage the profiles that you have
created for the wireless network at home, at the office and in public places.
Scroll up and down and highlight the profile that you wish to configure. You
can ADD or REMOVE a profile, or configure the Properties of the profile in
order to connect with an available network.
Add
Click on Add and the screen on the next page will appear.
Configuration Utility
Site Survey
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In this window you can configure all the properties of a profile in order to
connect with a network of your choice.
After you have entered your changes in this window, click OK to save the
changes.
Configuration Utility
Add New Profile
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The ABOUT screen gives you information about the MAC Address and the
Utility and Driver Versions of the DWL-AG650.
Configuration Utility
About
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Using the Network Setup Wizard in Windows XP
In this section you will learn how to establish a network at home or work,
using Microsoft Windows XP.
Note: Please refer to websites such as http://www.homenethelp.com
and http://www.microsoft.com/windows2000 for information about networking
computers using Windows 2000, ME or 98SE.
Go to Start>Control Panel>Network Connections
Select Set up a home or small office network
Networking Basics
When this screen appears, click Next.
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Please follow all the instructions in this window:
Networking Basics
Click Next
In the following window, select the best description of your computer. If your
computer connects to the internet through a gateway/router, select the
second option as shown.
Click Next
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Enter a Computer description and a Computer name (optional.)
Networking Basics
Click Next
Enter a Workgroup name. All computers on your network should have the
same Workgroup name.
Click Next
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Please wait while the Network Setup Wizard applies the changes.
Networking Basics
When the changes are complete, click Next.
Please wait while the Network Setup Wizard configures the computer.
This may take a few minutes.
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Networking Basics
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 on each of the
computers on your network. Click Next.
Insert a disk into the Floppy Disk Drive, in this case drive A.
Click Next
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Networking Basics
Please read the information under Here’s how in the screen below. After you complete
the Network Setup Wizard you will use the Network Setup Disk to run the Network
Setup Wizard once on each of the computers on your network. To continue click Next.
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Networking Basics
Please read the information on this screen, then click Finish to complete the
Network Setup Wizard.
The new settings will take effect when you restart the computer. Click Yes to
restart the computer.
You have completed configuring this computer. Next, you will need to run the
Network 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.
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Networking Basics
Naming your Computer
To name your computer, please follow these directions:In Windows XP:
Click Start (in the lower left corner of the screen)
Right-click on My Computer
Select Properties and click
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Select the Computer
Name Tab in the System
Properties window.
You may enter a Com-
puter Description if you
wish; this field is optional.
To rename the computer
and join a domain, Click
Change.
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Networking Basics
Naming your Computer
Checking the IP Address in Windows XP
The 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). To
check on the IP Address of the adapter, please do the following:
Right-click on the
Local Area
Connection icon
in the task bar
Click on Status
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All computers on your network
must have the same
Workgroup name.
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Select Workgroup and enter
the name of the Workgroup
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Computer name
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Networking Basics
Checking the IP Address in Windows XP
This window will appear.
Click the
Support tab
Click Close
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Assigning a Static IP Address in Windows XP/2000
Note: 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 you
will not need to assign Static IP Addresses.
If you are not using a DHCP capable Gateway/Router, or you need to assign a Static IP
Address, please follow these instructions:
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Go to Start
Double-click on
Control Panel
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Networking Basics
Assigning a Static IP Address in Windows XP/2000
!Double-click on
Network
Connections
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!Double-click on
Properties
Right-click on Local Area
Connections
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Networking Basics
Assigning a Static IP Address
in Windows XP/2000
You have completed the assignment of a Static IP Address. (You do not need to assign
a Static IP Address if you have a DHCP-capable Gateway/Router).
Click on Internet Protocol
(TCP/IP)
Click Properties
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IP Address:
e.g., 192.168.0.2
Subnet Mask:
255.255.255.0
Default Gateway:
Enter the LAN IP address of
the wireless router. (D-Link
wireless routers have a LAN IP
address of 192.168.0.1)
In the window below, select Use the following IP address. Input your IP
address and subnet mask. (The IP Addresses on your network must be
within the same range. For example, if one computer has an IP Address 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
the same for all the computers on the network).
!Click OK
Select Use the following
DNS server addresses.
Enter the LAN IP address of
the Wireless Router. (D-Link
wireless routers have a LAN
IP address of 192.168.0.1)
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Networking Basics
Checking the Wireless Connection by Pinging in Windows XP and
2000
Checking the Wireless Connection by Pinging in Windows Me and
98SE
Go to Start > Run >
type cmd. A window
similar to this one
will appear. Type
ping
xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx,
where xxx is the IP
Address of the
Wireless Router or
Access Point. A
good wireless
connection will show
four replies from the
Wireless Router or
Access Point, as
shown.
Go to Start > Run
> type command.
A window similar to
this will appear.
Type ping
xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx
where xxx is the IP
Address of the
Wireless Router or
Access Point. A
good wireless
connection will
show four replies
from the wireless
router or Access
Point, as shown.
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1. Check that the drivers for the DWL-AG650 are installed properly.
Click Device
Manager
!Select the
Hardware
Tab
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Troubleshooting
This chapter provides solutions to problems that can occur during the installation and
operation of the DWL-AG650. Read the following descriptions if you are having prob-
lems. (The examples below are illustrated in Windows XP. If you have a different operat-
ing system, the screenshots on your computer will look similar to the following ex-
amples).
!Go to Start >
My Computer >
Properties
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Troubleshooting
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Double-click
on Network
Adapters
Right-click on D-Link
DWL-AG650 Wireless
Cardbus Adapter
Select Properties
to check that the
drivers are in-
stalled properly
Click OK
D-Link AirPro DWL-AB650 Wireless Cardbus Adapter
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Status to check that the
device is working
properly
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2. I cannot connect to the Access Point or the wireless Router.
3. The DWL-AG650 Power and Link lights are not on.
4. I forgot my Encryption key.
Make sure that the SSID on the DWL-AG650 Cardbus adapter is
exactly the same as the SSID on the Access Point or wireless
Router.
Move the DWL-AG650 and Access Point or wireless Router into
the 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 a
different frequency
Turn off your Access Point and the computer with the
DWL-AG650. Turn on the Access Point, and then turn on the
computer with the DWL-AG650.
Refresh the DWL-AG650 Utility
Check to see if the DWL-AG650 Cardbus adapter is firmly
inserted into the Cardbus slot of your laptop computer.
Troubleshooting
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Reset the Access Point to its factory default settings and restore the
DWL-AG650 Wireless Cardbus Adapter to the factory default
settings.
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5. The computer does not recognize the DWL-AG650 Wireless Adapter.
Make sure that the DWL-AG650 Wireless Adapter is properly seated
in the computer’s Cardbus slot.
If Windows does not detect the hardware upon insertion of the
adapter, make sure to completely remove drivers that were
previously loaded. To remove the drivers, do the following:
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Troubleshooting
A. Under Tools> select Folder Options…> select View
> under Hidden files and folders > select Show
hidden files and folders
B. Uncheck Hide extension for known file types > click
on Apply
C. Search for previously loaded driver files. Remove these
files from the INF and SYSTEM32 (DRIVERS) folders
in the Windows directory. Note: Windows XP and
Windows 2000 will rename .inf files that have not
received WHQL certification into oem.inf files (e.g.,
oem1.inf).
Check that the LED indicators for the broadband modem are
indicating normal activity. If not, there may be a problem with the
broadband connection.
Check that the LED indicators on the wireless router are functioning
properly. If not, check that the AC power and Ethernet cables are
firmly connected.
Check that the IP Address, subnet mask, gateway, and DNS settings
are correctly entered for the network.
In Infrastructure mode, make sure the same Service Set
Identifier (SSID) is specified on the settings for the wireless clients
and access points. The SSID factory default setting for the D-Link
products 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 same
SSID. Please note that it might be necessary to set up one client to
establish a BSS (Basic Service Set) and wait briefly before setting
up other clients. This prevents several clients from trying to establish
a BSS at the same time, which can result in multiple singular BSSs
being established, rather than a single BSS with multiple clients
associated to it.
6. The computer with the DWL-AG650 installed is unable to connect to
the wireless network and/or the Internet.
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Troubleshooting
Check that the Network Connection for the wireless client is
configured properly. Select AP (Infrastructure) when connecting
to an access point and select Ad-Hoc mode when connecting
without an access point. Double-click on the WLAN icon in the
taskbar > click on Configuration to change the settings for the
wireless adapter.
If Security is enabled, make sure that the correct encryption keys
are entered on both the DWL-AG650 and the access point. Double-
click on the WLAN icon in the taskbar > click Encryption. Check to
see that the key selected is set to the same key as other devices on
the network.
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7. How can I troubleshoot distance issues using the DWL-AG650.
Move the DWL-AG650 and Access Point or wireless Router into
the same room and then test the wireless connection.
Change the channel of the Access Point.
Move devices within the line of sight
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!If Turbo mode is enabled, make sure that Turbo mode is enabled
on all Turbo mode compatible devices in your network, in order to
communicate.
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IEEE 802.11b
IEEE 802.11
IEEE 802.11a
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Standards
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Technical Specifications
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32-bit Cardbus
Bus Type
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Temperature
Operating: 32ºF to 131ºF (0ºC to 55ºC)
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95% maximum, non-condensing
Humidity:
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Warranty:
3 years
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0.12 lb. (55 grams)
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Weight:
1 WPA will be available Q3 2003 as a driver or firmware download
Internal Antenna Type:
Dual Antenna Diversity Switching
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64, 128-bit WEP
Security:
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802.1x
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!WPA - Wi-Fi Protected Access (64-,128-WEP with TKIP, MIC, IV
Expansion, Shared Key Authentication)
Physical Dimensions:
L = 4.64 inches (114.3mm)
W = 2.13 inches (54mm)
H = 0.34 inches (8.7mm)
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IEEE 802.11g-Draft
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Supports Advanced Encryption Standard (AES)
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1
2
2 AES hardware support will be available soon as a firmware and driver update
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5.150GHz to 5.850GHz
Frequency Range:
2.4GHz to 2.462GHz
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PowerSave mode = 70mW
Technical Specifications
Data Rates:
With Automatic Fallback
54Mbps; 48Mbps; 36Mbps; 24Mbps; 18Mbps; 12Mbps; 11Mbps;
9Mbps; 6Mbps; 5.5Mbps; 2Mbps; 1Mbps
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Modulation Technology:
Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing (OFDM)
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Transmit mode = 1650mW
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Media Access Control:
CSMA/CA with ACK
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Power Consumption:
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!Standby mode = 1250mW
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Receiver Sensitivity:
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6Mbps OFDM, 10% PER,-91dBm
11Mbps CCK, 8% PER, -91dBm
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9Mbps OFDM, 10% PER,-90dBm
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Range:
Indoors: Up to 328 feet (100 meters)
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36Mbps OFDM, 10% PER,-82dBm
54Mbps OFDM, 10% PER,-73dBm
24Mbps OFDM, 10% PER,-85dBm
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48Mbps OFDM, 10% PER,-76dBm
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18Mbps OFDM, 10% PER,-88dBm
12Mbps OFDM, 10% PER,-89dBm
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15dBm ± 2dB
Transmitter Output Power:
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LEDs:
Link
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Complementary Code Keying (CCK)
Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS)
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Activity
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5.5Mbps CCK, 8% PER,-92dBm
2Mbps QPSK, 8% PER,-93dBm
1Mbps BPSK, 8% PER,-94dBm
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Technical Support
You can find software updates and user documentation on the D-Link website.
D-Link provides free technical support for customers within the United States and
within Canada for the duration of the warranty period on this product.
U.S. and Canadian customers can contact D-Link Technical Support through our
website, or by phone.
Tech Support for customers within the United States:
D-Link Technical Support over the Telephone:
(877) 453-5465
24 hours a day, seven days a week.
D-Link Technical Support over the Internet:
http://support.dlink.com
email:support@dlink.com
Tech Support for customers within Canada:
D-Link Technical Support over the Telephone:
(800) 361-5265
Monday to Friday 8:30am to 9:00pm EST
D-Link Technical Support over the Internet:
http://support.dlink.ca
email:support@dlink.ca
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CE Mark Warning: This is a Class B product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio
interference, 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 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 communication. 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 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 is
connected.
•Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
For detailed warranty outside the United States, please contact corresponding local
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Register your D-Link product online at http://support.dlink.com/register/
(03/27/2003)
FCC Caution:
(1) The devices are restricted to indoor operations within the 5.15 to 5.25GHz range. (2) For this
device to operate in the 5.15 to 5.25GHz range, the devices must use integral antennas.
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.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
FCC Radiation Exposure Statement:
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment. The antenna(s) used for this equipment must be installed to provide a separation
distance of at least eight inches (20 cm) from all persons.
This equipment must not be operated in conjunction with any other antenna.
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STATUTORY.
The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by unauthorized
modifications to this equipment; such modifications could void the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.