D Link 2002090029-1 Users Manual
D-Link WMP-G01
2.4GHz up to 54Mbps
Wireless Mini PCI Card
Manual
Building Networks for People
Contents
Introduction ......................................................................................................3
Wireless Basics ...............................................................................................66
Getting Started .............................................................................................. 10
Using the Configuration Utility .................................................................... 13
Networking Basics ....................................................................................... 19
Warranty and Registration............................................................................. 32
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Introduction
The D-Link WMP-G01 Wireless Mini PCI Card is an enhanced 802.11g highperformance, wireless adapter that supports high-speed wireless networking at home, at
work or in public places.
Unlike most network cards, the WMP-G01 provides speeds of up to 54 Mbps (compared
to the standard 11 Mbps) when used with other D-Link AirXtremeG products. This means
that you do not need to change your entire network to maintain connectivity. You may
sacrifice some of 802.11g’s speed when you mix 802.11b and 802.11g devices, but you
will not lose the ability to communicate when you incorporate the 802.11g standard into
your 802.11b network. You may choose to slowly change your network by replacing the
802.11b devices with 802.11g devices gradually.
In addition to offering faster data transfer speeds when used with other 802.11g products,
the WMP-G01 has the newest, strongest, most advanced security features available
today.
For home users that will not incorporate a radius server in their network, the security for
the WMP-G01, used in conjunction with other 802.11g products, will be much stronger
than ever before. No longer will you have to manually input a new WEP key frequently to
ensure security, with the WMP-G01, you will automatically receive a new key every
time you connect, vastly increasing the safety of your communications.
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The WMP-G01 is compatible with existing 802.11b devices such as the D-Link Air,
AirPlus and AirPro family of products including the DWL-520, DWL-520+ and the
DWL-AB520 Wireless PCI Adapter, the DI-714 Wireless Router/Access Point and the
DWL-120 Wireless USB Adapter. (When used with 802.11b devices, the WMP-G01
will reach speeds at up to 11Mbps.)
It is an ideal way to connect one laptop computer to a Wireless Local Area Network
(WLAN.) After completing the steps outlined in the Quick Installation Guide
(included in the package) you will have the ability to share information and resources,
such as files and printers, and take full advantage of a “connected” environment for
work or play!
The WMP-G01 includes software drivers for the most popular Microsoft Windows
operating systems (Windows XP, Windows 2000, Windows Me, Windows 98) and can
be integrated into a larger network, running, in either
Access Point) or mode (with an Access Point.)
our Getting Started section in this manual to see examples of typical network setups
using the WMP-G01 in both Access Point and Peer-to-Peer modes.
This manual provides a quick introduction to wireless technology and its application
as it relates to networking. Take a moment to read through this manual and get
acquainted with wireless technology.
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Wireless Basics
D-Link wireless products are based on industry standards to provide easy-touse 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 of products will allow you to securely access the data
you want, when and where you want it. You will be able to enjoy the freedom
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 and universities. Innovative ways to utilize WLAN
technology are helping people to work and communicate more efficiently.
Increased mobility and the absence of cabling and other fixed infrastructure
have proven to be beneficial for many users.
Wireless 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.
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Wireless Basics (continued)
People use wireless LAN technology for many different purposes:
Mobility - Productivity increases when people have access to data in any
location within the operating range of the WLAN. Management decisions based
on real-time information can significantly improve worker efficiency.
Low Implementation Costs – WLANs (Wireless Local Area Networks) are
easy to set up, manage, change and relocate. Networks that frequently change,
both physically and logically, can benefit from WLANs ease of implementation.
WLANs can operate in locations where installation of wiring may be impractical.
Installation Speed and Simplicity - Installing a wireless LAN system can
be fast and easy and can eliminate the need to pull cable through walls and
ceilings.
Network Expansion - Wireless technology allows the network to go
where wires cannot.
Scalability – Wireless Local Area Networks (WLANs) can be configured in a
variety of topologies to meet the needs of specific applications or existing
infrastructures. Configurations are easily changed and range from peer-topeer networks suitable for a small number of users to larger infrastructure
networks to accommodate hundreds or thousands of users, depending on the
number of wireless devices deployed.
The WMP-G01 is also compatible with 802.11b wireless products, which include:
2.4GHz Wireless Cardbus Adapters used with laptop computers
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(D-Link Air DWL-650, D-Link AirPlus DWL-650+)
2.4GHz Wireless PCI cards used with desktop computers
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(D-Link Air DWL-520, D-Link AirPlus DWL-520+)
Enhanced 2.4GHz Wireless Access Point
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(D-Link AirPlus DWL-900AP+)
Enhanced 2.4GHz Wireless Broadband Router
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(D-Link AirPlus DI-614+)
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Wireless Basics (continued)
Standards-Based Technology
The WMPL-G01 Wireless Mini PCI Card increases the data rate up to 54
Mbps within the 2.4GHz band, utilizing OFDM technology.
This means that in most environments, within the specified range of this device,
you will be able to transfer large files quickly or even watch a movie in MPEG
format over your network without noticeable delays. This technology works by
transmitting high-speed digital data over a radio wave utilizing OFDM (Orthogonal
Frequency Division Multiplexing) technology. OFDM works by splitting the radio
signal into multiple smaller sub-signals that are then transmitted simultaneously
at different frequencies to the receiver. OFDM reduces the amount of crosstalk
(interference) in signal transmissions. The D-Link WMP-G01 will automatically
sense the best possible connection speed to ensure the greatest speed and
range possible.
The WMP-G01 is backwards compatible with 802.11b devices. This means
that if you have an existing 802.11b network, the devices in that network will be
compatible with 802.11g devices at speeds up to 11Mbps in the 2.4GHz range.
Also based on the IEEE 802.11b standard, the WMP-G01 is interoperable with
existing compatible 2.4GHz wireless technology with data transfer speeds of
up to 11Mbps.
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