D Link WA160A2 Xtreme N Dual Band USB Adapter User Manual 7957545

D Link Corporation Xtreme N Dual Band USB Adapter 7957545

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2D-Link DWA-160 User Manual
Table of Contents
Product Overview ...................................................3
Package Contents ..............................................................3
System Requirements .......................................................3
Introduction .......................................................................4
Features .............................................................................5
Hardware Overview ...........................................................6
Installation ........................................................... 7
Getting Started ..................................................................7
Remove Existing Installations .....................................7
Disable Other Wireless Adapters .................................8
Wireless Installation Considerations ................................10
Adapter Installation..........................................................11
Configuration ...................................................... 17
D-Link Wireless Connection Manager..............................17
Wireless Networks ....................................................18
Wi-Fi® Protected Setup (WPS) ..................................19
My Wireless Networks ..............................................23
Add Profile ...........................................................24
Modify Profile .......................................................25
Support ..................................................................... 26
About ........................................................................27
Connect to a Wireless Network ................................. 28
Using Windows Vista® ....................................................28
Using Windows® XP ........................................................30
Wireless Security ................................................. 31
What is WPA™? ................................................................31
Configure WPA™/WPA2™-Personal ...................................32
Using the D-Link Wireless Connection Manager .......32
Using Windows Vista® ..............................................34
Using the Windows® XP Utility .................................36
Configure WPA™/WPA2™-Enterprise.................................38
Using the D-Link Wireless Connection Manager .......38
Configure 802.1x (RADIUS) ............................................39
Using the D-Link Utility .............................................39
Troubleshooting ................................................... 40
Wireless Basics ................................................... 44
Wireless Modes ...............................................................48
Networking Basics ................................................ 49
Check your IP address .....................................................49
Windows® XP/2000 Users ........................................49
Windows Vista™ Users ..............................................49
Statically Assign an IP address ........................................50
Windows® XP/2000 Users ........................................50
Windows Vista® Users ..............................................51
Technical Specifications ......................................... 52
Contacting Technical Support ................................... 53
Warranty ........................................................... 54
Registration........................................................ 60
Table of Contents
3D-Link DWA-160 User Manual
Section 1 - Product Overview
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Product Overview
Package Contents
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Section 1 - Product Overview
Introduction
The DWA-160 Xtreme N™ Dual Band USB Adapter is a convenient wireless connectivity solution for desktop or notebook PCs. Instead
of stringing Ethernet cables to your PC or dismantling your desktop computer case, the DWA-160 can enable Draft 802.11n wireless
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wireless performance by connecting this USB Adapter to a Xtreme N™ Dual Band Media router or an Xtreme N™ Gaming router, and
stay connected from virtually anywhere in the home. This USB Adapter supports WPA™ and WPA2™ encryption to prevent outside
intrusion and protect your personal information from being exposed.
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wireless connectivity to your desktop or notebook PC. Enjoy the many benefits of wireless connectivity today!
* Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11a, 802.11g and Draft 802.11n specifications. Actual data throughput will vary. Network conditions and
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conditions will adversely affect wireless signal range.
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Section 1 - Product Overview
Features
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Section 1 - Product Overview
Hardware Overview
USB Port
Used to connect the DWA-160 to
your computer.
WPS Button
Press the WPS button to automatically
connect to a WPS-enabled wireless router
or access point and establish connectivity.
Refer to pg 19.
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Section 2 - Installation
Getting Started
Installation
This section will walk you through the installation process. If you have a built-in wireless adapter, please disable it in device manager
before installing your D-Link adapter. Also, if you have previously installed another wireless adapter, please make sure any software
is uninstalled.
Before installing your new D-Link wireless adapter, please verify the following:
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installing the new software. Some utilities may cause a conflict with the new software. If you plan to use multiple adapters at different
times, make sure the utilities are not set to load when your computer boots up. Windows® XP and Vista users may use the built-in
wireless utility for all adapters.
To remove any old software:
Windows® XP/Vista™ users: Click Start > Control Panel > Add or Remove Programs.
Windows® 2000 users: Click Start > Settings > Control Panel > Add or Remove Programs.
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Disable Other Wireless Adapters
Most newer laptops may include a built-in wireless adapter. To prevent any conflicts with the D-Link wireless adapter, it is recommended
to disable the wireless adapter (as well as any unused Ethernet adapters).
From the desktop, right-click on the My Computer icon and select Properties.
Click the Hardware tab and then click Device Manager. Scroll down the list and
click the + sign to the left of Network Adapters.
Right-click the adapter you would like to disable and select Disable.
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Click Yes to disable the adapter.
The adapter is now disabled. When disabled, a red X will be displayed.
Disabling the adapter will not remove the drivers. If you would like to use
the adapter, simply right-click it and select Enable.
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Wireless Installation Considerations
The D-Link wireless adapter lets you access your network using a wireless connection from virtually anywhere within the operating
range of your wireless network. 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
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thick! Position devices so that the signal will travel straight through a wall or ceiling (instead of at an angle) for
better reception.
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Try to position access points, wireless routers, and computers so that the signal passes through drywall or open
doorways. Materials and objects such as glass, steel, metal, walls with insulation, water (fish tanks), mirrors, file
cabinets, brick, and concrete will degrade your wireless signal.
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Section 2 - Installation
Warning: Do NOT install the DWA-160 Xtreme N™ Dual Band USB Adapter into your computer before installing the driver software
from the D-Link CD.
Turn on the computer and Insert the D-Link DWA-160 Driver CD in the CD-ROM drive.
If the CD Autorun function does not automatically start on your computer, go to Start > Run. In the run box type “D:\DWA160.
exe” (where D: represents the drive letter of your CD-ROM drive).
When the autorun screen appears, click Install Drivers.
Adapter Installation
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The InstallShield Wizard window will appear.
By default setup will install to the default location: C:\Program
Files\D-Link\DWA-160, where C: represents the drive letter of your
hard drive. To install to a different location click Browse and specify
the location.
Select the Program Files folder location.
Click Next
Click Next
Click Next
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If you want to manually connect to a wireless network, refer to page 15.
The following instructions will connect you to a wireless network using
Wi-Fi® Protected Setup (WPS).
Insert the adapter into an available USB port on your computer.
If the Found New Hardware Wizard appears, click Cancel.
Click Next
Click Next
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To connect to your network using the WPS push button configuration
method, click the virtual button as shown in the screenshot.
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comes up. Then, press the WPS button on the router/access point to
continue.
Press the WPS button on your access point or wireless router within 2
minutes to establish connectivity.
When this screen appears, you have successfully connected to your
wireless network. Click Next to complete your setup.
Click Next
Push Button Configuration (PBC)
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To manually connect to your wireless network, select Manually connect
to a wireless network and then click Next.
Click Next
Click the Scan button to display a list of wireless networks (site survey).
Click on the network name (SSID) and click Next.
Click Next
Enter the network name (SSID) manually. If you enter the SSID incorrectly,
you will automatically be brought to the site survey page. Click Scan to
display the site survey page.
Click Next
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Click Finish to continue. If you are prompted to reboot your computer,
select Yes, I want to restart my computer now.
Click Finish
When this screen appears, you are successfully connected to your wireless
network. Click Next to complete your setup.
Click Next
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Section 3 - Configuration
Configuration
This section will show you how to configure your new D-Link wireless adapter using the D-Link Utility as well as Windows® XP Zero
Configuration and Vista™ WLAN Auto Configuration.
D-Link Wireless Connection Manager
The D-Link DWA-160 uses the Wireless Connection Manager as the management software. The manager provides the user an easy
interface to change any settings related to the wireless adapter. Clicking on the Wireless Connection Manager icon on the desktop
will start the Configuration.
If you are using Windows Vista® please skip to page 27 or Windows® XP skip to page 29.
Double-click the Wireless Connection
Manager icon on your desktop.
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Wireless Networks
The SSID (Service Set Identifier) is the name of the
wireless network.
Displays the MAC address of the wireless device.
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key/security settings to connect.
Displays the channel of the wireless network.
Connect to a wireless network using Wi-Fi® Protected
Setup. Refer to the next page.
Rescans for available wireless networks in your
area.
Highlight a wireless network and click the Connect
button. If the network is secure, a pop-up window
will appear. Enter the security information to connect
(refer to the Wireless Security section for more
information).
Select a wireless network profile from the
drop-down menu and click Activate to connect. Allow
up to 30 seconds to connect.
MAC:
SSID:
Channel:
Signal:
Security:
Refresh Button:
Connect Button:
Activate Button:
The Wireless Networks (Site Survey) page will display all wireless networks that are available in your area. To connect to a network,
simply highlight the wireless network (SSID) and click Connect.
WPS Button:
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Wi-Fi® Protected Setup (WPS)
Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) System is designed for easy setup of
security-enabled Wi-Fi networks. It is recommended to have the access
point or wireless router nearby during setup.
For more information on WPS, visit the Wi-Fi Alliance website at www.
wi-fi.org.
“Push Button Configuration” (PBC) is a virtual button in the utility
that connects you to other WPS-enabled devices. A connection can be
established by clicking on the virtual button, then pushing the physical
button on the access point or wireless router within 120 seconds. Refer
to page 20.
“Personal Identification Number” (PIN) is a unique number generated
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you with the intended wireless network. Refer to page 21 for more
information.
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Push Button
1. To connect to your network, press the WPS button on
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or router to continue. This screen will appear once you
have successfully established connection with your
network.
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If you want to connect using the PBC method, refer to page 14. To use
the PIN method, select PIN (Personal Identification Number) and click
Next.
Click Next
Make sure your access point or wireless router is close by. Write down the
number on the screen. Enter this number in your access point or wireless
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Once you click Next, you will have 2 minutes to enter this number in
your access point or wireless router.
Click Next
Personal Identification Number (PIN)
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The adapter will try to establish connectivity to your access point or
wireless router.
When this screen appears, you have successfully established connectivity.
Click Finish to complete your setup.
Click Finish
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My Wireless Networks
The My Wireless Networks page will allow you to create, edit, and delete wireless network profiles. Every time you connect to a
network using the Wireless Networks page, a profile will automatically be created.
New Button:
Modify:
Click New to create a new wireless network profile
(refer to page 23).
Click Modify to edit a current profile (refer to page
24).
Click Delete to remove a profile.
Click Activate to use a profile. Allow up to 30 seconds
to connect to the wireless network.
The Profile Details section will display information
about the wireless network such as the network
name (SSID), network type (Infrastructure), and if
the network is secured.
Delete:
Activate:
Profile Details:
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Add Profile
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Profile Name:
SSID:
Enter a name for your profile (e.g. Home, Office,
Coffee Shop).
Enter the SSID of the wireless network.
Select the network type. If you are connecting to a
wireless router or access point, select Infrastructure.
(Ad-hoc mode is not supported)
Select the type of security used. Please refer to the
Wireless Security section for more information.
Click OK to save your settings.
Network Type:
Security Type:
OK Button:
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Modify Profile
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Profile Name:
SSID:
Enter a name for your profile (e.g. Home, Office,
Coffee Shop).
Displays the SSID of the network.
Displays the network type.
Select the type of security used. Please refer to the
Wireless Security section for more information.
Click OK to save your settings.
Network Type:
Security Type:
OK Button:
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Support
If you need help, click the Support button. A panel will appear to the right of the utility which will display information about the
utility.
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The About screen gives you information about the Firmware and Utility Versions of the DWA-160.
About
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Connect to a Wireless Network
Using Windows Vista®
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to the user manual of your wireless adapter for help with connecting to a wireless network. Most utilities will have a “site survey”
option similar to the Windows Vista® utility as seen below.
Right-click on the wireless computer icon in your system tray (lower-
right corner next to the time). Select Connect to a network.
If you receive the Wireless Networks Detected bubble, click on the
center of the bubble to access the utility.
or
The utility will display any available wireless networks in your area.
Click on a network (displayed using the SSID) and click the Connect
button.
If you get a good signal but cannot access the Internet, check the TCP/
IP settings for your wireless adapter. Refer to the Networking Basics
section in this manual for more information.
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Enter the same security key or passphrase that is on your
router and click Connect.
It may take 20-30 seconds to connect to the wireless
network. If the connection fails, please verify that the
security settings are correct. The key or passphrase must
be exactly the same as on the wireless router.
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Connect to a Wireless Network
Using Windows® XP
Windows® XP users may use the built-in wireless utility (Zero Configuration Utility). The following instructions are for Service Pack
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help with connecting to a wireless network. Most utilities will have a “site survey” option similar to the Windows® XP utility as seen
below.
Right-click on the wireless computer icon in your system tray
(lower-right corner next to the time). Select View Available Wireless
Networks.
If you receive the Wireless Networks Detected bubble, click on the
center of the bubble to access the utility.
or
The utility will display any available wireless networks in your area.
Click on a network (displayed using the SSID) and click the Connect
button.
If you get a good signal but cannot access the Internet, check the TCP/
IP settings for your wireless adapter. Refer to the Networking Basics
section in this manual for more information.
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Wireless Security
This section will show you the different levels of security you can use to protect your data from intruders. The
DWA-160 offers the following types of security:
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WPA2 is based on 802.11i and uses Advanced Encryption Standard instead of TKIP.
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simple to be sniffed out and stolen. EAP is built on a more secure public-key encryption system to ensure that only
AUTHORIZEDNETWORKUSERSCANACCESSTHENETWORK
WPA/WPA2-Personal uses a passphrase or key to authenticate your wireless connection. The key is an alpha-numeric password
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entered on your wireless router or access point.
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Configure WPA™/WPA2™-Personal
Using the D-Link Wireless Connection Manager
It is recommended to enable WPA/WPA2-Personal on your wireless router or access point before configuring your wireless adapter.
If you are joining an existing network, you will need to know the WPA/WPA2-Personal passphrase being used.
1. Open the Wireless Connection Manager by double-clicking on the D-Link
icon on your desktop.
2. Highlight the wireless network (SSID) you would like to connect to and click
Connect. If the network is using WPA/WPA2-Personal, the screen (as shown
to the bottom-right) will appear.
3. Enter the WPA/WPA2-Personal passphrase exactly as it is on your wireless
router or access point. Click the Show text in the password field box to see
the passphrase. Unchecking it will hide it.
4. Click OK to connect to the network. Allow up to 30 seconds to connect.
If you would like to create a new network and enter the WPA/WPA2-Personal settings,
refer to the next page.
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It is recommended to enable WPA™/WPA2™-Personal on your wireless router or access point before configuring your wireless adapter.
Make sure you enter the passphrase exactly the same on all wireless devices.
1. Open the Wireless Connection Manager by double-clicking on the D-Link icon on your desktop. Click on New to create a new
profile or highlight an existing profile and click Modify.
2. Select WPA/WPA2-Personal under Set Security Option.
3. Select TKIP or AES, or Auto.
4. Enter the passphrase exactly as it is on your wireless router or
access point.
5. Click OK to connect to the network. Allow up to 30 seconds to
connect.
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Configure WPA™/WPA™-Personal
Using Windows Vista®
It is recommended to enable wireless security (WPA/WPA2) on your wireless router or access point before configuring your wireless
adapter. If you are joining an existing network, you will need to know the security key or passphrase being used.
2. Highlight the wireless network (SSID) you would like to
connect to and click Connect.
1. Open the Windows Vista® Wireless Utility by right-clicking on the
wireless computer icon in your system tray (lower right corner of
screen). Select Connect to a network.
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3. Enter the same security key or passphrase that is on your router and click
Connect.
It may take 20-30 seconds to connect to the wireless network. If the connection
fails, please verify that the security settings are correct. The key or passphrase
must be exactly the same as on the wireless router.
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Configure WPA™/WPA2™-Personal
Using the Windows® XP Utility
It is recommended to enable WPA/WPA2-Personal on your wireless router or access point before configuring your wireless adapter.
If you are joining an existing network, you will need to know the WPA/WPA2-Personal key being used.
2. Highlight the wireless network (SSID) you would like to
connect to and click Connect.
1. Open the Windows® XP Wireless Utility by right-clicking
on the wireless computer icon in your system tray
(lower-right corner of screen). Select View Available Wireless
Networks.
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3. The Wireless Network Connection box will appear. Enter the WPA™/WPA2™-
Personal passphrase and click Connect.
It may take 20-30 seconds to connect to the wireless network. If the connection
fails, please verify that the WPA/WPA2-Personal settings are correct. The WPA/
WPA2-Personal passphrase must be exactly the same as on the wireless router
or access point.
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Configure WPA™/WPA2™-Enterprise
Using the D-Link Wireless Connection Manager
WPA/WPA2-Enterprise is for advanced users who are familiar with using a RADIUS server and setting up certificates.
1. Open the Wireless Connection Manager by double-clicking on the D-Link icon on your
desktop. Click on New to create a new profile or highlight an existing profile and click
Modify.
2. Select WPA/WPA2-Enterprise under Set Security Option and then select TKIP or
AES.
3. Click on Advanced Config to continue.
4. Next to EAP Type, select EAP-TLS, EAP-TTLS, or PEAP. Extensible Authentication
Protocols allow devices on the network to request authentication from the RADIUS
server in the network. All the devices on the network must use the same EAP type
when using a RADIUS server for authentication. Some RADIUS servers require
that the Validate Server field be selected. Check this field if your RADIUS server
requires validation.
5. Select an User Certificate from the drop-down menu.
6. Enter the login information required to authenticate.
7. Click Add to enter the IP address(es) of your RADIUS servers.
8. Click OK to save your settings.
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Configure 802.1x (RADIUS)
Using the D-Link Utility
802.1x is for advanced users who are familiar with using a RADIUS server and setting up certificates.
1. Open the Wireless Utility by double-clicking on the D-Link icon in your system
tray (lower-right corner of screen). Click on New to create a new profile or
highlight an existing profile and click Modify.
2. Select 802.1x under Set Security Option.
3. Click on Advanced Config to continue.
4. Next to EAP Type, select EAP-TLS, LEAP, EAP-TTLS, or PEAP. Extensible
Authentication Protocols allow devices on the network to request authentication
from the RADIUS server in the network. All the devices on the network must
use the same EAP type when using a RADIUS server for authentication. Some
RADIUS servers require that the Validate Server field be selected. Check this
field if your RADIUS server requires validation.
5. Select an User Certificate from the drop-down menu.
6. Enter the login information required to authenticate.
7. Click Add to enter the IP address(es) of your RADIUS servers.
8. Click OK to save your settings.
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Section 5 - Troubleshooting
1. How do I know if my adapter is installed properly?
Select the Hardware Tab.
Troubleshooting
This chapter provides solutions to problems that can occur during the installation and operation of the DWA-160. Read the following
descriptions if you are having problems. (The examples below are illustrated in Windows® XP. If you have a different operating
system, the screenshots on your computer will look similar to the following examples.)
Go to Start > My Computer > Properties.
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Click the + sign next to Network Adapters.
Right-click on D-Link DWA-160 Xteme N Dual Band
USB Adapter.
Select Properties to check that the drivers are installed
properly.
Look under Device Status to check that the device is
working properly. Click OK to continue.
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If Windows® does not detect the hardware upon insertion of the adapter, make sure to completely remove drivers that were previously
loaded.
2. The computer does not recognize the DWA-160 Wireless Adapter.
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with the broadband connection.
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Ethernet cables are firmly connected.
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s)NInfrastructure mode, make sure the same Service Set Identifier (SSID) is specified on the settings for the wireless
clients and access points. By default, the SSID factory setting for D-Link products is blank. (Double-click on the
WLAN icon in the taskbar. The Link Info screen will display the SSID setting.)
3. The computer with the DWA-160 installed is unable to connect to the wireless network and/or the Internet.
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Check that the Network Connection for the wireless client is configured properly. Select AP (Infrastructure) when connecting to
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 DWA-160 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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Appendix A - Wireless Basics
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. Strictly adhering to the IEEE standard, the D-Link wireless family
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that wireless networking delivers.
A wireless local area network (WLAN) is a cellular computer network that transmits and receives data with radio signals instead of
wires. Wireless LANs are used increasingly in both home and office environments, and public areas such as airports, coffee shops
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mobility and the absence of cabling and other fixed infrastructure have proven to be beneficial for many users.
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.
Under many circumstances, it may be desirable for mobile network devices to link to a conventional Ethernet LAN in order to use
servers, printers or an Internet connection supplied through the wired LAN. A Wireless Router is a device used to provide this
link.
Wireless Basics
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What is Wireless?
Wireless or Wi-Fi® technology is another way of connecting your computer to the network without using wires. Wi-Fi
uses radio frequency to connect wirelessly, so you have the freedom to connect computers anywhere in your home
or office network.
Why D-Link Wireless?
D-Link is the worldwide leader and award winning designer, developer, and manufacturer of networking products.
D-Link delivers the performance you need at a price you can afford. D-Link has all the products you need to build
your network.
How does wireless work?
Wireless works similar to how cordless phone work, through radio signals to transmit data from one point A to point
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network range area to be able to connect your computer. There are two different types of wireless networks Wireless
Local Area Network (WLAN), and Wireless Personal Area Network (WPAN).
Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN)
In a wireless local area network, a device called an Access Point (AP) connects computers to the network. The access
point has a small antenna attached to it, which allows it to transmit data back and forth over radio signals. With an
indoor access point, the signal can travel up to 300 feet. With an outdoor access point the signal can reach out up to
30 miles to serve places like manufacturing plants, industrial locations, college and high school campuses, airports,
golf courses, and many other outdoor venues.
Wireless Personal Area Network (WPAN)
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Bluetooth® is the industry standard wireless technology used for WPAN. Bluetooth devices in WPAN operate in a
range up to 30 feet away.
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nearly as much power which makes it ideal for personal devices, such as mobile phones, PDAs, headphones, laptops,
speakers, and other devices that operate on batteries.
Who uses wireless?
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office, or business, D-Link has a wireless solution for it.
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Small Office and Home Office
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Where is wireless used?
Wireless technology is expanding everywhere not just at home or the office. People like the freedom of mobility and
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wireless connection in public places is usually called “hotspots”.
Using a D-Link USB Adapter with your laptop, you can access the hotspot to connect to the Internet from remote
locations like: Airports, Hotels, Coffee Shops, Libraries, Restaurants, and Convention Centers.
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up a wireless network.
Tips
Here are a few things to keep in mind, when you install a wireless network.
Centralize your router or Access Point
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Try to place the router/access point as high as possible in the room, so the signal gets dispersed throughout your
home. If you have a two-story home, you may need a repeater to boost the signal to extend the range.
Eliminate Interference
Place home appliances such as cordless telephones, microwaves, and televisions as far away as possible from the
router/access point. This can significantly reduce any interference that the appliances might cause since they operate
on the same frequency.
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Security
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turning on WPA™/WPA2™ security features on the router. Refer to the product manual for detailed information on how
to set it up.
There are basically two modes of networking:
sInfrastructure – All wireless clients will connect to an access point or wireless router.
sAd-Hoc – Directly connecting to another computer, for peer-to-peer communication, using wireless network adapters
on each computer. Unfortunately 802.11a/g/n products such as the DWA-160 do not support ad-hoc mode.
An Infrastructure network contains an Access Point or wireless router. All the wireless devices, or clients, will connect to the wireless
router or access point.
An Ad-Hoc* network contains only clients, such as laptops with wireless USB Adapters. All the adapters must be in Ad-Hoc mode
to communicate.
* Not supported with the DWA-160.
Wireless Modes
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Appendix B - Networking Basics
Networking Basics
Check your IP address
After you install your new D-Link wireless adapter and have established a wireless connection, by default, the TCP/IP settings should be
set to obtain an IP address from a DHCP server (i.e. router) automatically. To verify your IP address, please follow the steps below.
Windows® XP/2000 Users
s #LICKONStart > Run. In the run box type cmd and click OK.
s !TTHEPROMPTTYPEipconfig and press Enter.
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Windows Vista™ Users
s #LICK Start > All Programs > Accessories > Command Prompt 9OU MAY NEED
administrative access to run this application.
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select Yes, OK, or Continue.
s !TTHEPROMPTTYPEipconfig and press Enter.
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If the address is 0.0.0.0, check your adapter installation, security settings, and the settings on your router. Some firewall software programs may block a
DHCP request on newly installed adapters.
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Statically Assign an IP address
If you are not using a DHCP capable gateway/router, or you need to assign a static IP address, please follow the steps below:
Windows® XP/2000 Users
s Windows® XP - Click on Start > Control Panel. Make sure you are in Classic View. Double-click on the Network Connections icon.
Windows® 2000 – From the desktop, right-click My Network Places > Properties.
s 2IGHTCLICKONTHELocal Area Connection which represents your D-Link wireless network adapter (or other adapter) which will be connected to
your router.
s (IGHLIGHTInternet Protocol (TCP/IP) and click Properties.
s #LICKUse the following IP address and enter an IP address that is on the same subnet as your
network or LAN IP address on your router.
Example:)FTHEROUTERS,!.)0ADDRESSISMAKEYOUR)0ADDRESS8WHERE
X is a number between 2 and 99. Make sure that the number you choose is not in use on the
network.
s 3ETDefault Gateway the same as the LAN IP address of your router or gateway.
s 3ETPrimary DNS the same as the LAN IP address of your router or gateway.
s 4HESecondary DNS is optional (you may enter a DNS server from your ISP).
s #LICKOK to save your settings.
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Windows Vista® Users
s #LICKONStart > Control Panel. Make sure you are in Classic View. Double-click on the Network and Sharing Center icon. Along the left panel in
the window, click on Manage network connections.
s 2IGHTCLICKONTHELocal Area Connection which represents your D-Link wireless network adapter which will be connected to your network.
s (IGHLIGHTInternet Protocol Version 4 (TCP /IPv4) and click Properties.
s #LICKUse the following IP address and enter an IP address that is on the same
subnet as your network or LAN IP address on your router or network.
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192.168.0.X where X is a number between 2 and 99. Make sure that the number
you choose is not in use on the network.
s 3ETDefault Gateway the same as the LAN IP address of your router or gateway.
s 3ETPrimary DNS the same as the LAN IP address of your router or gateway.
s 4HESecondary DNS is optional (you may enter a DNS server from your ISP).
s #LICKOK to save your settings.
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Appendix C - Technical Specifications
Technical Specifications
Standards
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Power Consumption (802.11n)
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Modulation Technology
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Division Multiplexing (OFDM)
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Transmitter Power Output
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Operating Voltage
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Operating Temperature
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Operating Humidity
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Dimensions
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Weight
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Certifications
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* Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11n-draft and 802.11g specifications. Actual data throughput will vary. Network conditions and
environmental factors, including volume of network traffic, building materials and construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate. Environmental
factors will adversely affect wireless signal range.
Transmitter Power Output
For 2.4GHz For 5GHz (5.25~ 5.35GHz)
802.11b: 21.24 dBm For 5GHz (5.25~ 5.35GHz)
802.11g: 22.87 dBm 802.11a: 14.48 dBm
draft 802.11n (20MHz): 23.91 dBm draft 802.11n (20MHz): 14.36 dBm
draft 802.11n (40MHz): 23.49 dBm draft 802.11n (40MHz): 16.94 dBm
　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　 　802.11a: 16.15 dBm
　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　 　draft 802.11n (20MHz): 18.20 dBm
　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　 　draft 802.11n (40MHz): 17.55 dBm
　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　 　For 5GHz (5.725~ 5.825GHz)
　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　 　802.11a: 15.91 dBm
　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　 　draft 802.11n (20MHz): 18.03 dBm
　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　 　draft 802.11n (40MHz): 17.67 dBm
USA: FCC Part 15B/ 15C/ 15E/ SAR
CANADA: IC RSS-210 /RSS-102
T
AIWAN: NCC LP0002
EUROPE: CE EN300328/ 301489 / EN301893/ CE SAR
Australia: AS/NZS 4268
USA/ CANADA:　　　　　　　TAIWAN:
2400-2483.5MHz 2400-2483.5MHz
5150-5250MHz 5250-5350MHz
5250-5350MHz 5470-5725MHz
5470-5725MHz 5725-5825MHz
5725-5825MHz
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Appendix D - Contacting Technical Support
Contacting Technical Support
Before you contact technical support, please have the following ready:
 s-ODELNUMBEROFTHEPRODUCTEG$7!
 s(ARDWARE2EVISIONLOCATEDONTHELABELONTHEADAPTEREGREV!
 s3ERIAL.UMBERSNNUMBERLOCATEDONTHELABELONTHEADAPTER
9OUCANlNDSOFTWAREUPDATESANDUSERDOCUMENTATIONONTHE$,INKWEBSITEASWELLASFREQUENTLYASKEDQUESTIONSANDANSWERSTO
technical issues.
For customers within the United States:
Phone Support:
(877) 453-5465
Internet Support:
http://support.dlink.com
For customers within Canada:
Phone Support:
(800) 361-5265
Internet Support:
http://support.dlink.com
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Warranty
Subject to the terms and conditions set forth herein, D-Link Systems, Inc. (“D-Link”) provides this Limited Warranty:
 s/NLYTOTHEPERSONORENTITYTHATORIGINALLYPURCHASEDTHEPRODUCTFROM$,INKORITSAUTHORIZEDRESELLERORDISTRIBUTORAND
s/NLYFORPRODUCTSPURCHASEDANDDELIVEREDWITHINTHElFTYSTATESOFTHE5NITED3TATESTHE$ISTRICTOF#OLUMBIA530OSSESSIONS 
or Protectorates, U.S. Military Installations, or addresses with an APO or FPO.
Limited Warranty:
D-Link warrants that the hardware portion of the D-Link product described below (“Hardware”) will be free from material defects in workmanship and
materials under normal use from the date of original retail purchase of the product, for the period set forth below (“Warranty Period”), except as otherwise
stated herein.
 s(ARDWARE/NEYEAR
4HE CUSTOMERS SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY AND THE ENTIRE LIABILITY OF $,INK AND ITS SUPPLIERS UNDER THIS ,IMITED 7ARRANTY WILL BE AT
$,INKSOPTIONTOREPAIRORREPLACETHEDEFECTIVE(ARDWAREDURINGTHE7ARRANTY0ERIODATNOCHARGETOTHEORIGINALOWNERORTOREFUNDTHEACTUALPURCHASE
PRICEPAID!NYREPAIRORREPLACEMENTWILLBERENDEREDBY$,INKATAN!UTHORIZED$,INK3ERVICE/FlCE4HEREPLACEMENTHARDWARENEEDNOTBENEWORHAVE
an identical make, model or part. D-Link may, at its option, replace the defective Hardware or any part thereof with any reconditioned product that D-Link
reasonably determines is substantially equivalent (or superior) in all material respects to the defective Hardware. Repaired or replacement hardware will be
warranted for the remainder of the original Warranty Period or ninety (90) days, whichever is longer, and is subject to the same limitations and exclusions.
If a material defect is incapable of correction, or if D-Link determines that it is not practical to repair or replace the defective Hardware, the actual price
paid by the original purchaser for the defective Hardware will be refunded by D-Link upon return to D-Link of the defective Hardware. All Hardware or part
thereof that is replaced by D-Link, or for which the purchase price is refunded, shall become the property of D-Link upon replacement or refund.
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Limited Software Warranty:
$,INKWARRANTSTHATTHESOFTWAREPORTIONOFTHEPRODUCTh3OFTWAREvWILLSUBSTANTIALLYCONFORMTO$,INKSTHENCURRENTFUNCTIONALSPECIlCATIONSFORTHE
Software, as set forth in the applicable documentation, from the date of original retail purchase of the Software for a period of ninety (90) days (“Software
Warranty Period”), provided that the Software is properly installed on approved hardware and operated as contemplated in its documentation. D-Link
further warrants that, during the Software Warranty Period, the magnetic media on which D-Link delivers the Software will be free of physical defects. The
CUSTOMERSSOLEANDEXCLUSIVEREMEDYANDTHEENTIRELIABILITYOF$,INKANDITSSUPPLIERSUNDERTHIS,IMITED7ARRANTYWILLBEAT$,INKSOPTIONTOREPLACETHE
NONCONFORMING3OFTWAREORDEFECTIVEMEDIAWITHSOFTWARETHATSUBSTANTIALLYCONFORMSTO$,INKSFUNCTIONALSPECIlCATIONSFORTHE3OFTWAREORTOREFUND
the portion of the actual purchase price paid that is attributable to the Software. Except as otherwise agreed by DLink in writing, the replacement Software
is provided only to the original licensee, and is subject to the terms and conditions of the license granted by D-Link for the Software. Replacement Software
will be warranted for the remainder of the original Warranty Period and is subject to the same limitations and exclusions. If a material non-conformance is
incapable of correction, or if D-Link determines in its sole discretion that it is not practical to replace the non-conforming Software, the price paid by the
ORIGINALLICENSEEFORTHENONCONFORMING3OFTWAREWILLBEREFUNDEDBY$,INKPROVIDEDTHATTHENONCONFORMING3OFTWAREANDALLCOPIESTHEREOFISlRST
returned to D-Link. The license granted respecting any Software for which a refund is given automatically terminates.
Non-Applicability of Warranty:
4HE,IMITED7ARRANTYPROVIDEDHEREUNDERFOR(ARDWAREAND3OFTWAREPORTIONSOF$,INKSPRODUCTSWILLNOTBEAPPLIEDTOANDDOESNOTCOVERANYREFURBISHED
product and any product purchased through the inventory clearance or liquidation sale or other sales in which D-Link, the sellers, or the liquidators expressly
disclaim their warranty obligation pertaining to the product and in that case, the product is being sold “As-Is” without any warranty whatsoever including,
without limitation, the Limited Warranty as described herein, notwithstanding anything stated herein to the contrary.
Submitting A Claim:
The customer shall return the product to the original purchase point based on its return policy. In case the return policy period has expired and the product
is within warranty, the customer shall submit a claim to D-Link as outlined below:
s4HECUSTOMERMUSTSUBMITWITHTHEPRODUCTASPARTOFTHECLAIMAWRITTENDESCRIPTIONOFTHE(ARDWAREDEFECTOR3OFTWARENONCONFORMANCE
in sufficient detail to allow DLink to confirm the same, along with proof of purchase of the product (such as a copy of the dated purchase
invoice for the product) if the product is not registered.
s4HECUSTOMERMUSTOBTAINA#ASE)$.UMBERFROM$,INK4ECHNICAL3UPPORTATWHOWILLATTEMPTTOASSISTTHECUSTOMER
in resolving any suspected defects with the product. If the product is considered defective, the customer must obtain a Return Material
!UTHORIZATIONh2-!vNUMBERBYCOMPLETINGTHE2-!FORMANDENTERINGTHEASSIGNED#ASE)$.UMBERATHTTPSRMADLINKCOM
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s!FTERAN2-!NUMBERISISSUEDTHEDEFECTIVEPRODUCTMUSTBEPACKAGEDSECURELYINTHEORIGINALOROTHERSUITABLESHIPPINGPACKAGETO
ensure that it will not be damaged in transit, and the RMA number must be prominently marked on the outside of the package. Do not
include any manuals or accessories in the shipping package. DLink will only replace the defective portion of the product and will not
ship back any accessories.
s4HECUSTOMERISRESPONSIBLEFORALLINBOUNDSHIPPINGCHARGESTO$,INK.O#ASHON$ELIVERYh#/$vISALLOWED0RODUCTSSENT#/$
will either be rejected by D-Link or become the property of D-Link. Products shall be fully insured by the customer and shipped to D-Link
Systems, Inc., 17595 Mt. Herrmann, Fountain Valley, CA 92708. D-Link will not be held responsible for any packages that are lost in
transit to D-Link. The repaired or replaced packages will be shipped to the customer via UPS Ground or any common carrier selected by
D-Link. Return shipping charges shall be prepaid by D-Link if you use an address in the United States, otherwise we will ship the product
to you freight collect. Expedited shipping is available upon request and provided shipping charges are prepaid by the customer. D-Link
may reject or return any product that is not packaged and shipped in strict compliance with the foregoing requirements, or for which an
2-!NUMBERISNOTVISIBLEFROMTHEOUTSIDEOFTHEPACKAGE4HEPRODUCTOWNERAGREESTOPAY$,INKSREASONABLEHANDLINGANDRETURN
shipping charges for any product that is not packaged and shipped in accordance with the foregoing requirements, or that is determined
by D-Link not to be defective or non-conforming.
What Is Not Covered:
The Limited Warranty provided herein by D-Link does not cover:
0RODUCTSTHATIN$,INKSJUDGMENTHAVEBEENSUBJECTEDTOABUSEACCIDENTALTERATIONMODIlCATIONTAMPERINGNEGLIGENCEMISUSEFAULTYINSTALLATION
lack of reasonable care, repair or service in any way that is not contemplated in the documentation for the product, or if the model or serial number has
BEENALTEREDTAMPEREDWITHDEFACEDORREMOVED)NITIALINSTALLATIONINSTALLATIONANDREMOVALOFTHEPRODUCTFORREPAIRANDSHIPPINGCOSTS/PERATIONAL
ADJUSTMENTSCOVEREDINTHEOPERATINGMANUALFORTHEPRODUCTANDNORMALMAINTENANCE$AMAGETHATOCCURSINSHIPMENTDUETOACTOF'ODFAILURESDUETO
POWERSURGEANDCOSMETICDAMAGE!NYHARDWARESOFTWARElRMWAREOROTHERPRODUCTSORSERVICESPROVIDEDBYANYONEOTHERTHAN$,INKAND0RODUCTS
that have been purchased from inventory clearance or liquidation sales or other sales in which D-Link, the sellers, or the liquidators expressly disclaim
their warranty obligation pertaining to the product.
7HILENECESSARYMAINTENANCEORREPAIRSONYOUR0RODUCTCANBEPERFORMEDBYANYCOMPANYWERECOMMENDTHATYOUUSEONLYAN!UTHORIZED$,INK3ERVICE
Office. Improper or incorrectly performed maintenance or repair voids this Limited Warranty.
Disclaimer of Other Warranties:
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PURCHASER OF THE PRODUCT.
Limitation of Liability:
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Governing Law:
This Limited Warranty shall be governed by the laws of the State of California. Some states do not allow exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential
damages, or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the foregoing limitations and exclusions may not apply. This Limited Warranty provides
specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
Trademarks:
D-Link is a registered trademark of D-Link Corporation/D-Link Systems, Inc. Other trademarks or registered trademarks are the property of their respective
owners.
Copyright Statement:
No part of this publication or documentation accompanying this product may be 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., as stipulated by the United States
Copyright Act of 1976 and any amendments thereto. Contents are subject to change without prior notice.
Copyright ©2009 by D-Link Corporation/D-Link Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.
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Federal Communication Commision Interference Statement:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the following
measures:
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FCC Caution: !NYCHANGESORMODIlCATIONSNOTEXPRESSLYAPPROVEDBYTHEPARTYRESPONSIBLEFORCOMPLIANCECOULDVOIDTHEUSERSAUTHORITYTOOPERATETHIS
equipment.
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IEEE 802.11b or 802.11g operation of this product in the U.S.A. is firmware-limited to channels 1 through 11.
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. End users must follow the specific operating
instructions for satisfying RF exposure compliance. To maintain compliance with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, please follow operation
instruction as documented in this manual. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
SAR compliance has been established in typical laptop computer(s) with USB slot, and product could be used in typical laptop computer with USB slot.
Other application like handheld PC or similar device has not been verified and may not compliance with related RF exposure rule an such use shall be
prohibited.
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Industry Canada statement
This device complies with RSS-210 of the Industry Canada Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1) this device may not cause interference and
2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device
Caution:
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"ECAUSEHIGHPOWERRADARSAREALLOCATEDASPRIMARYUSERSMEANINGTHEYHAVEPRIORITYIN-(ZAND-(ZTHESERADARSCOULDCAUSE
interference and/or damage to license exempt LAN devices.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
IC Radiation Exposure Statement:
This equipment complies with IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. End users must follow the specific operating instructions
for satisfying RF exposure compliance. To maintain compliance with IC RF exposure compliance requirements, please follow operation instruction as
documented in this manual.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
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܂ᄐհྤᒵሽຏॾΖ܅פ෷୴᙮ሽᖲႊݴ࠹ٽऄຏॾࢨՠᄐΕઝᖂ֗᠔᛭شሽंᘿ୴ࢤሽᖲ๻ໂհեឫΖʳ
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Appendix F - Registration
Version 1.2
March 13, 2009
Product registration is entirely voluntary and failure to complete or return this form will not diminish your warranty rights.
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