D Link DWLG132A1 IEEE 802.11g Wireless LAN USB Adapter User Manual dwl120v F manual 102103

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ManualBuilding Networks for People 802.11g (2.4GHz) Wireless G USB 2.0 AdapterDWL-G132 D-Link AirPlus XTREME GTM

2ContentsPackage Contents ................................................................................3Introduction............................................................................................4Features and Benefits ...........................................................................6Wireless Basics ....................................................................................7Installation Considerations ....................................................................7Getting Started ......................................................................................9Using the Configuration Utility ..............................................................12Networking Basics ..............................................................................26Troubleshooting...................................................................................39Technical Specifications ......................................................................42Contacting Technical Support ..............................................................44Warranty and Registration ...................................................................45

3D-Link AirPlus Xtreme GTM DWL-G1322.4 GHz Wireless G USB 2.0 AdapterAt least 64MB of memory and a 500MHz processorProperly installed and working USB ControllerWindows XP/2000 A computer or laptop with an available USB 2.0 portManual on CD-ROMQuick Installation GuideCradleContents of Package:Package ContentsIf any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller.System Requirements:

4IntroductionThe D-Link AirPlus Xtreme G DWL-G132 Wireless G USB Adapter is an802.11b/802.11g high-performance,convenient Plug & Play USB 2.0 solution thatbrings wireless networking to your laptop or desktop PC.With a maximum wireless signal rate of up to 54Mbps (108Mbps* in Turbomode) you can connect to a wireless network at home, at the office or at anywireless hotspot. Now you can stay connected wherever you are and whereveryou go.The DWL-G132 is Wi-Fi compliant, meaning that it can connect and interoperatewith other 802.11b or 802.11g Wi-Fi-compliant wireless routers, access pointsand adapters. The DWL-G132 connects to any available USB port on a laptopor desktop Windows -based computer and also includes a USB cradle. Withthe optional USB cradle, the DWL-G132 can be positioned virtually anywhereat a workstation to achieve the best available wireless signal reception - whetherthat workstation is in your office, on your deck or patio, by the pool, at the localcoffee shop, or in an airport terminal while waiting to board your next flight.The adapter works with Microsoft Windows XP and Windows 2000 operatingsystems to ensure that you’ll be up and running on a wireless network in just amatter of seconds.Using its default settings, the DWL-G132 automatically connects to otherD-Link AirPlus Xtreme GTM wireless products as soon as it’s active.TM*Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11g specifications. Actual data throughput will vary. Network conditions and evironmental factors lower actual data throughput rate.The DWL-G132 has the newest, strongest and most advanced security featuresavailable today. When used with other 802.11 WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access)and 802.1x compatible products in a network with a RADIUS server, the securityfeatures 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.)

5For home users that will not incorporate a RADIUS server in their network, thesecurity for the DWL-G132, used in conjunction with other WPA-compatible802.11 products, will still be much stronger than ever before. Utilizing thePre-Shared Key mode of WPA, the DWL-G132 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 theDWL-G132, you will automatically receive a new key every time you connect,vastly increasing the safety of your communication.Introduction (continued)802.1x: Authentication which is a first line of defense against intrusion. In theauthentication process, the Authentication Server verifies the identity ofthe client attempting to connect to the network. Unfamiliar clients wouldbe denied access.

6Features and Benefits**3Environmental factors may adversely affect range.User-friendly configuration and diagnostic utilities.Supports Infrastructure networks via an access point andPeer-to-Peer communication in Ad-Hoc mode.Connects at up to 328 feet indoors3.1 year warranty.2Using a USB 1.1 port will adversely affect throughput.1Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11g specifications. Actual datathroughput will vary. Network conditions and environmental factors lower actual data throughput rate.Compact size for placement anywhere.Convenience of Plug & Play installation.Fully 802.11b/802.11g compatible.Powered by the USB port; no external power source is required.USB 2.0 standard2.Better Security with 802.1x and WPA - In addition to 64-,128-bit WEPencryption, you can also securely connect to a wireless network using802.1x for wireless authentication, as well as WPA (Wi-Fi ProtectedAccess) providing you a much higher level of security for your data andcommunication than has previously been available.Provides maximum wireless signal rate of up to 54Mbps(108Mbps1 in Turbo mode).Optimal wireless reception using its cradle (included). Position theDWL-G132 almost anywhere in your workspace to achieve the bestreception possible.

7Wireless 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.D-Link wireless products are based on industry standards to provideeasy-to-use and compatible high-speed wireless connectivity within your home,business or public access wireless networks. D-Link wireless products willallow you access to the data you want, when and where you want it. You will beable to enjoy 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 to many users.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 be fastand 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 changedand range from Peer-to-Peer networks suitable for a small number of users tolarger Infrastructure networks to accommodate hundreds or thousands ofusers, depending on the number of wireless devices deployed.

8Installation ConsiderationsThe DWL-G132 lets you access your network using a wireless connectionfrom virtually anywhere within its operating range. Keep in mind, however, thatthe number, thickness and location of walls, ceilings, or other objects that thewireless signals must pass through, may limit the range. Typical ranges varydepending on the types of materials and background RF (radio frequency) noisein your home or business. The key to maximizing wireless range is to followthese 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-G132 andother network devices to a minimum - each wall or ceiling can reduceyour DWL-G132’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.3Wireless Basics (continued)

9A wireless router - D-Link AirPlus Xtreme GTM DI-624A laptop computer with a D-Link AirPlus Xtreme GTM DWL-G132A desktop computer with a D-Link AirPlus Xtreme GTM DWL-G132A cable modem - D-Link DCM-201 With its default settings, the DWL-G132 will connect with otherD-Link AirPlus Xtreme GTM products, right out of the box.Getting StartedThere are basically two modes of networking:Infrastructure – using an access point or router, such as the DI-624.Ad-Hoc – directly connecting to another computer, for Peer-to-Peercommunication, using wireless network adapters on each computer,such as two or more DWL-G132 Wireless Network USB 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 router. TheInfrastructure network example shown on the following page contains thefollowing D-Link network devices (your existing network may be comprised ofother devices):

10You will need broadband Internet access (a cable or DSL-subscriberline into your home or office).Consult with your cable or DSL provider for proper installation of themodem.Connect the cable or DSL modem to your broadband router.(See the Quick Installation Guide included with your router.)Install the D-Link AirPlus Xtreme G DWL-G132 Wireless USB 2.0adapter into an available USB port on your desktop computer.(See the Quick Installation Guide included with the DWL-G132.)Getting Started (continued)For a typical wireless setup at home (as shown above), please do the following:55555Setting up a Wireless Infrastructure Network111112222233333Install the D-Link AirPlus Xtreme G DWL-G132 wireless USB 2.0adapter into an available USB port on your laptop computer.(See the Quick Installation Guide included with the DWL-G132.)44444TMDWL-G132DWL-G132TM

11Getting Started (continued)Setting up a Wireless Ad-Hoc NetworkWhen 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 AddressInstall the D-Link AirPlus Xtreme GTM DWL-G132 Wireless USB 2.0adapter into the desktop computer. (See the Quick Installation Guideincluded with the product.)Set the wireless configuration for the adapters to Ad-Hoc mode, setthe adapters to the same channel, and assign an IP address to eachcomputer on the Ad-Hoc network.Install the D-Link AirPlus Xtreme GTM DWL-G132 Wireless USB 2.0adapter into the laptop computer. (See the Quick Installation Guideincluded with the product.)DWL-G132Wireless G USB 2.0 Adapter

12Select the Wireless Networks tab.Uncheck the box in the properties windowthat enables windows configuration.D-Link AirPlus Xtreme GTM DWL-G132 uses the Configuration Utility asthe management software. The utility provides the user an easy interface tochange any settings related to the wireless adapter. After you have completedthe installation of the DWL-G132 (refer to the Quick Installation Guide thatcame with your purchase) whenever you start the computer, the ConfigurationUtility starts automatically and the system tray icon is loaded in the toolbar(see illustration below.*) Clicking on the utility icon will start the ConfigurationUtility. Another way to start the Configuration Utility is to click onStart>Programs>D-Link AirPlus Xtreme G >D-Link AirPlus Xtreme G Utility.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 tray

13Using the Configuration Utility (continued)Link InfoSSID:The Service Set Identifier is the name assigned to the wireless network. Thefactory SSID setting is default.Status:Displays the MAC address of the access point or router to which theDWL-G132 is associated.Frequency:802.11b indicates that the DWL-G132 is communicating in the 2.4GHz band.Wireless Mode:Either Infrastructure or Ad-Hoc will be displayed here. (Please see the GettingStarted section in this manual for an explanation of these two modes.)

14Using the Configuration Utility (continued)Tx Rate:The default setting is Auto; Tx Rate settings are automatically determined fora maximum wireless signal rate of up to 54Mbps (108Mbps* in Turbo mode).Channel:The default setting is Auto. The channel selection is automatically determinedby the DWL-G132.Signal Quality:Displays the signal strength and the link quality of the DWL-G132’s wirelessconnection to the access point or router.Packet Count:Displays the statistics of the data packets that are transmitted and received.Encryption:You can see if WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) is Enabled or Disabled here.Rescan Button:Rescans for the strongest signal with the current SSID and associates withthat access point or router.Connection Info:When the DWL-G132 is connected to a wireless network, Connected will bedisplayed in this field.*Maximum wireless signal rate derived from 802.11g specifications. Actual data throughputwill vary. Network conditions and environmental factors lower actual data throughput rate.

15ConfigurationUsing the Configuration Utility (continued)Wireless Mode:SSID:Data Encryption:Service Set Identifier is a name that identifies a wireless network. Access pointsand wireless devices attempting to connect to a specific WLAN (Wireless LocalArea Network) must use the same SSID. The default setting is default.Click on the pull-down menu; select from the following options:Infrastructure - connecting to the WLAN using an access point. (This isthe default setting).Ad-Hoc – wireless mode used when connecting directly to a computerequipped with a wireless adapter in a Peer-to-Peer environment.Select Enabled or Disabled.

16Using the Configuration Utility (continued)Authentication:Keys 1-4:When you select WEP encryption, you will enter up to four WEP keys in thefields provided, using either Hexadecimal or ASCII format. From the keys youhave entered, select the default key by clicking on the button next to it.Choose one of the following modes:Open Authentication – the DWL-G132is visible to all devices on the network.Shared Authentication – allowscommunication only with other deviceswith identical WEP settings.WPA – Wi-Fi protected access improvesupon WEP security. In conjunction witha RADIUS server and EAP (extensibleauthentication protocol), WPA ensuresthat only authenticated users access thenetwork.Click Apply to save changes.Authentication Config:When you enable IEEE 802.1X click on Authentication Config.The Advanced Security Settings screen will appear. See the following pagesfor more information.IP SettingsHexadecimal 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.IEEE 802.1X:Select Enabled or Disabled. 802.1x requires that a RADIUS server be includedin your network in order to authenticate users.Key Length:Select the key length and either ASCII (e.g., a word) or hexadecimal format.WPA-PSK – provides user authentication without a RADIUS server inthe network. PSK (Pre-Shared Key) provides authentication through useof a passphrase that is shared by the devices on the network. This is themost secure encryption available without a RADIUS server.IP Settings:When you click IP Settings in the Configuration window, the pop-up screenabove will appear. Configure the IP Settings in this window.

18Using the Configuration Utility (continued)Proxy Settings (continued)To use the same proxy server for allprotocols, select this option and enterthe IP address for the proxy server inthe HTTP field. Other fields will beunavailable. Enter the port number forthe proxy server.Use the same proxy server forall protocols:HTTP, Secure, FTP, Gopher,Socks:if you are not using the same proxyserver for all protocols, enter the proxyserver address, either in IP addressor domain name format and itscorresponding port, for each of theseprotocols.HTTP: Hyper Text Transfer Protocolis used to transfer files from a Web server onto a browser for viewing.FTP: File Transfer Protocol. FTP is most commonly used to upload anddownload files on the Internet.Gopher: Gopher is an early Internet protocol that organizes files in astructured list for database searching.Secure: HTTPS protocol is based on SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) technology.It is a protocol for transmitting private documents over the Internet using aprivate key to encrypt data. URLs that begin with HTTPS often use the protocolto securely obtain confidential information such as credit card numbers.Socks: Socks is a proxy server that provides a simple firewall. SocksV5 offersauthentication.Exceptions: To allow specific IP addresses to bypass proxy servers, enter theIP addresses here. You can also enter “wildcards” to allow a category of websiteto bypass the proxy servers. For instance, if you enter www.*.com, the browserwill bypass the proxy servers for most Websites.

20Using the Configuration Utility (continued)Fragmentation Threshold:This value should remain at its default setting of 2432. If you experience a highpacket error rate, you may slightly increase your Fragmentation Threshold withinthe value range of 256 to 2432. Setting the Fragmentation Threshold too lowmay result in poor performance.This value should remain at its default setting of 2432. If inconsistent data flowis a problem, only a minor modification should be made.RTS Threshold:Advanced (continued)

23Using the Configuration Utility (continued)Authentication > WPAAfter you click Authentication Config, the Advanced Security Settings screenwill appear. Please see the following page.Select the availablenetwork to which youwant to connect.ClickConfigure.Click AuthenticationConfig.Select WPA in theAuthentication field.

24Using the Configuration Utility (continued)Authentication > WPA > Advanced Security SettingsSelect the EAP typehere.Click Validate Serverif your authenticationserver requires it.Enter the User Name.Click Add and thewindow on the followingpage will appear.Click OK to save thechanges.Leave the UserCertificate field blank.EAP Type: Extensible Authentication Protocols (EAP-TLS, LEAP, EAP-TTLS,PEAP) allow devices on the network to request authentication from theRADIUS server in the network. All the devices on the network must use thesame EAP type when using a RADIUS server for authentication.Validate Server: Some RADIUS servers require that the Validate Serverfield be selected. Check this field if your RADIUS server requires validation.User Certificate: A certificate authority (CA) issues User Certificates toverify that a public key belongs to a specific individual or company. This fieldis not required here and is left blank.User Name: Enter the user name (admin) here.

25Using the Configuration Utility (continued)Authentication > WPA > Advanced Security Settings > AddEnter the IP address ofthe RADIUS server inyour network.Click OK to save thechanges.After entering the information and clicking OK in the dialog box above,the windowon the previous page will appear. Click OK to complete the WPA configuration.Authentication > WPA -PSKSuitable for the home user, WPA-PSK (WPA Pre-Shared Key) is a superiorform of security that does not require a RADIUS server in the network.To use WPA-PSK, enter a passphrase that is shared by all the devices on thenetwork.By using TKIP (Temporal Key Integrity Protocol), the security keys change atset intervals, creating a network that is more secure than one that utilizes WEPencryption alone.

26Using the Configuration Utility (continued)Authentication > WPA-PSKClickConfigure.Select WPA-PSK inthe Authenticationfield.Select the availablenetwork to which youwant to connect.WPA-PSK doesnot require aRADIUS Serverin the network.Click AuthenticationConfig.

27Using the Configuration Utility (continued)Authentication > WPA-PSK (continued)Enter the WPAPassphrase. All thedevices on thenetwork must sharethis samepassphrase in orderto communicate onthe network.AboutAdvanced Security SettingsThe About screengives you the MACaddress, UtilityVersion and the DriverVersion of theDWL-G132.Click OK.The configuration iscomplete.

28Using the Network Setup Wizard in Windows XPIn 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.comand http://www.microsoft.com/windows2000 for information about networkingcomputers using Windows 2000/Me/98SE.Go to Start>Control Panel>Network Connections.Select Set up a home or small office network.Networking BasicsWhen this screen appears, click Next.

29Please 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 router, select the second optionas shown.Click Next.

30Enter 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.

31Please 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.

32In 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.Networking Basics (continued)

33Please 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 yournetwork. To continue click Next.Networking Basics (continued)

34Please 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.Networking Basics (continued)

35Click Start (in the lower left corner of the screen).Right-click on My Computer.Select Properties.Select the ComputerName Tab in theSystem Propertieswindow.You may enter aComputer Descriptionif you wish; this field isoptional.To rename the computerand join a domain, clickChange.Networking Basics (continued)Naming Your ComputerTo name your computer in Windows XP, please follow these directions:

36In this window, enter theComputer name.Select Workgroup andenter the name of theWorkgroup.All computers on yournetwork must have thesame Workgroup name.Click OK.Checking the IP Address in Windows XPAll wireless adapter-equipped computers in your network must be in the sameIP address range (see Getting Started in this manual for a definition of IPaddress range.) To check on the IP address of an adapter, please do thefollowing:Right-click on theLocal AreaConnectionicon in the taskbar.Click on Status.Networking Basics (continued)Naming Your Computer

37This window will appear.Click the Supporttab.Click Close.Assigning a Static IP Address in Windows XP/2000Note: Many broadband routers will automatically assign IP addresses to thecomputers on the network, using DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol)technology. If you are using a DHCP-capable router you will not need toassign static IP addresses.If you are not using a DHCP capable router, or you need to assign a static IPaddress, please follow these instructions:Go to Start.Click onControlPanel.Networking Basics (continued)Checking the IP Address in Windows XP

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

39 Input your IP address andsubnet mask. (The IPaddresses on yournetwork must be within thesame range. For example,if one computer has an IPaddress of 192.168.0.2, theother computers shouldhave IP addresses that aresequential, like 192.168.0.3and 192.168.0.4. Thesubnet mask must be thesame for all the computerson the network.) Input your DNS serveraddresses. (Note: If youare entering a DNSserver, you must enterthe IP address of theDefault Gateway.)The DNS server information will be suppliedby your ISP (Internet Service Provider.)Click OK.Click on InternetProtocol (TCP/IP).Click Properties.Networking Basics (continued)Assigning a Static IP Address in Windows XP/2000

40Checking the Wireless Connectionby Pinging in Windows XP and 2000Go to Start > Run > type cmd. A window similar to this one will appear. Typeping xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx, where xxx is the IP address of the wireless router oraccess point. A good wireless connection will show four replies from the wire-less router or access point, as shown.Networking Basics (continued)

411. How do I check to see that the drivers for the DWL-G132 are installed properly?Click DeviceManager.Select theHardwareTab.TroubleshootingGo to Start > MyComputer >Properties.This chapter provides solutions to problems that can occur during theinstallation and operation of the DWL-G132. Read the following descriptions ifyou are having problems. (The examples below are illustrated in Windows XP. Ifyou have another operating system, these solutions will still apply although theappearance on your computer screen may differ.)

42Troubleshooting (continued)Double-click onNetwork Adapters.Right-click onD-Link AirPlus GDWL-G132 WirelessUSB Adapter.Select Properties tocheck that the driversare installed properly.Look under DeviceStatus to check thatthe device is workingproperly.Click OK.D-Link AirPlus Xtreme G DWL-G132 Wireless USB AdapterD-Link AirPlus Xtreme G DWL-G132 Wireless USB AdapterD-Link AirPlus Xtreme G DWL-G132 Wireless USB Adapter

43Troubleshooting (continued)2. What variables may cause my wireless products to lose reception?D-Link products let you access your network from virtually anywhere you want.However, the positioning of the products within your environment will affect thewireless range. Please refer to Installation Considerations in the WirelessBasics section of this manual for further information about the mostadvantageous placement of your D-Link wireless products.3. Why does my wireless connection keep dropping?4. Why can’t I get a wireless connection?If you have enabled encryption on the DWL-G132, you must also enableencryption on all wireless devices in the network in order to establish a wirelessconnection.If you are using 2.4GHz cordless phones, X-10 equipment or other homesecurity systems, ceiling fans, and lights, your wireless connection willdegrade dramatically or drop altogether. Try changing the channel onyour router, access point and wireless adapter to a different channel toavoid interference.Keep your product away (at least 3-6 feet) from electrical devices thatgenerate RF noise, like microwaves, monitors, electric motors, etc.The encryption settings are: 64- or 128-bit. Make sure that theencryption bit level is the same on the router and the DWL-G132.Make sure that the SSID on the wireless router (if you have one in yournetwork) and the DWL-G132 are exactly the same. If they are not,wireless connection will not be established. The default SSID is default.

44IEEE 802.11gTechnical SpecificationsUSB 2.01Standard80% maximum, non-condensingHumidity:Antenna Type:Omni-directionalModulation Technology:54, 48, 36,24, 18, 11, 9, 6 5.5, 2, 1Mbps (with Automatic Fallback)Data Rates:2.4GHz to 2.462GHzFrequency Range:Indoors: Up to 328 feet (100 meters)Range:2IEEE 802.11bUSB 2.0Bus TypeTemperature Operating: 0ºC to 40ºC (32ºF to 104ºF) Storing: -20ºC to 75ºC (4ºF to 167ºF)Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing (OFDM)Complimentary Code Keying (CCK)64-, 128-bit WEPWPA - Wi-Fi Protected AccessSecurity:CSMA/CA with ACKMedia Access Control:Outdoors: Up to 1,312 feet (400 meters)2 - Environmental factors may adversely affect wireless signal range1 - Using a USB 1.1 port will adversely affect range

45Technical Specifications (continued)Receiver Sensitivity:L = 3.3 inchesW = 2.1 inchesH = 0.2 inchesPhysical Dimensions:5.5Mbps CCK2Mbps QPSK1Mbps BPSK11Mbps OFDM9Mbps OFDM6Mbps OFDM24Mbps OFDM18Mbps OFDM12Mbps OFDM54Mbps OFDM48Mbps OFDM36Mbps OFDM14Bm ± 2dBTransmitter Output Power:0.021 lb. (4.4g)Weight:1 yearWarranty:FCC part 15bCertifications:D-Link AirPlusTM G products can transfer data up to 5 times faster than standard 802.11b networks. They are also interoperable with 802.11b compliantwireless devices.

46Technical 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 7:30am to 12:00am ESTD-Link Technical Support over the Internet:http://support.dlink.caemail:support@dlink.ca

47Subject 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.1-Year Limited Warranty for the Product(s) is defined as follows:•Hardware (excluding power supplies and fans) One (1) Year•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)

48•The customer must submit with the product as part of the claim a written description of theHardware defect or Software nonconformance in sufficient detail to allow D-Link to confirmthe same.•The original product owner must obtain a Return Material Authorization (“RMA”) number fromthe Authorized D-Link Service Office and, if requested, provide written proof of purchase ofthe product (such as a copy of the dated purchase invoice for the product) before thewarranty service is provided.•After an RMA number is issued, the defective product must be packaged securely in theoriginal or other suitable shipping package to ensure that it will not be damaged in transit, andthe RMA number must be prominently marked on the outside of the package. Do not include anymanuals or accessories in the shipping package. D-Link will only replace the defective portionof the Product and will not ship back any accessories.•The customer is responsible for all in-bound shipping charges to D-Link. No Cash on Delivery(“COD”) is allowed. Products sent COD will either be rejected by D-Link or become theproperty of D-Link. Products shall be fully insured by the customer. D-Link will not be heldresponsible for any packages that are lost in transit to D-Link. The repaired or replacedpackages will be shipped to the customer via UPS Ground or any common carrier selected byD-Link, with shipping charges prepaid. Expedited shipping is available if shipping charges areprepaid by the customer and upon request.•Return Merchandise Ship-To AddressUSA: 17595 Mt. Herrmann St., Fountain Valley, CA 92708Canada: 2180 Winston Park Drive, Oakville, ON, L6H 5W1 (Visit http://www.dlink.ca for detailedwarranty information within Canada)D-Link may reject or return any product that is not packaged and shipped in strict compliance with theforegoing requirements, or for which an RMA number is not visible from the outside of the package. Theproduct owner agrees to pay D-Link’s reasonable handling and return shipping charges for any productthat is not packaged and shipped in accordance with the foregoing requirements, or that is determinedby D-Link not to be defective or non-conforming.What Is Not Covered: This limited warranty provided by D-Link does not cover: Products, if in D-Link’sjudgment, have been subjected to abuse, accident, alteration, modification, tampering, negligence, misuse,faulty installation, lack of reasonable care, repair or service in any way that is not contemplated in thedocumentation for the product, or if the model or serial number has been altered, tampered with, defacedor removed; Initial installation, installation and removal of the product for repair, and shipping costs;Operational adjustments covered in the operating manual for the product, and normal maintenance;Damage that occurs in shipment, due to act of God, failures due to power surge, and cosmetic damage;Any hardware, software, firmware or other products or services provided by anyone other than D-Link; Products that have been purchased from inventory clearance or liquidation sales or other sales inwhich D-Link, the sellers, or the liquidators expressly disclaim their warranty obligation pertaining to theproduct. Repair by anyone other than D-Link or an Authorized D-Link Service Office will void thisWarranty.Disclaimer of Other Warranties: EXCEPT FOR THE LIMITED WARRANTY SPECIFIED HEREIN, THEPRODUCT IS PROVIDED “AS-IS” WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY OF ANY KIND WHATSOEVER INCLUDING,WITHOUT LIMITATION, ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSEAND NON-INFRINGEMENT. IF ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY CANNOT BE DISCLAIMED IN ANY TERRITORYWHERE A PRODUCT IS SOLD, THE DURATION OF SUCH IMPLIED WARRANTY SHALL BE LIMITED TONINETY (90) DAYS. EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY COVERED UNDER THE LIMITED WARRANTY PROVIDEDHEREIN, THE ENTIRE RISK AS TO THE QUALITY, SELECTION AND PERFORMANCE OF THE PRODUCT ISWITH THE PURCHASER OF THE PRODUCT.Limitation of Liability: TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, D-LINK IS NOT LIABLEUNDER ANY CONTRACT, NEGLIGENCE, STRICT LIABILITY OR OTHER LEGAL OR EQUITABLE THEORYFOR ANY LOSS OF USE OF THE PRODUCT, INCONVENIENCE OR DAMAGES OF ANY CHARACTER,WHETHER DIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL (INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO,DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF GOODWILL, LOSS OF REVENUE OR PROFIT, WORK STOPPAGE, COMPUTERFAILURE OR MALFUNCTION, FAILURE OF OTHER EQUIPMENT OR COMPUTER PROGRAMS TO WHICH D-LINK’S PRODUCT IS CONNECTED WITH, LOSS OF INFORMATION OR DATA CONTAINED IN, STORED ON,OR INTEGRATED WITH ANY PRODUCT RETURNED TO D-LINK FOR WARRANTY SERVICE) RESULTINGFROM THE USE OF THE PRODUCT, RELATING TO WARRANTY SERVICE, OR ARISING OUT OF ANYBREACH OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY, EVEN IF D-LINK HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OFSUCH DAMAGES. THE SOLE REMEDY FOR A BREACH OF THE FOREGOING LIMITED WARRANTY ISREPAIR, REPLACEMENT OR REFUND OF THE DEFECTIVE OR NON-CONFORMING PRODUCT. THE MAXIMUM

49This 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 interferencereceived, including interference that may cause undesired operation.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. (09/23/2004) 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.FCC Caution:The 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 the equipment.For a detailed warranty outside the United States, please contact the corresponding localD-Link office.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 a minimum distance of 20cm between the radiatorand your body. This transmitter must not be co-located and must not operate in conjunction with anyother antenna or transmitter.Register your D-Link product online at http://support.dlink.com/register/The equipment version marketed in US is restricted to usage of the channels 1- 11 only.For a detailed warranty outside the United States, please contact the corresponding localD-Link office.This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. End users must follow the specific operating instructions for satisfying RF exposure compliance.This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

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