D Link 2002090030-1 Users Manual
D-Link
2.4GHz up to 54Mbps
Wireless Cardbus Adapter
AirPlusX
TREME
DWL-G650
Manual
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Building Networks for People
Contents
Package Contents..........................................................................................3
Introduction ......................................................................................................4
Wireless Basics..............................................................................................7
Getting Started ..............................................................................................11
Using the Configuration Utility .................................................................... 14
Networking Basics....................................................................................... 21
Troubleshooting............................................................................................ 34
Technical Specifications.............................................................................. 39
Contacting Technical Support..................................................................... 41
Warranty and Registration .......................................................................... 42
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Package Contents
Contents of Package:
D-Link AirPlusXtreme G DWL-G650
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2.4 GHz - 54Mbps Wireless Cardbus Adapter
Manual and Warranty on CD
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Quick Installation Guide
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If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller.
System Requirements for Configuration:
A laptop or notebook computer with an available 32-bit
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Cardbus slot
Windows XP, Windows 2000, Windows Me, or Windows 98SE
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At least 32 MB of memory and a 300 MHz processor
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An 802.11g Access Point (for optimal performance), or an
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802.11b Access Point (e.g., DWL-900AP) for Access Point
mode, or another 802.11g wireless adapter (DWL-G650) for
laptops or an 802.11b wireless adapter (e.g., DWL-520 for
desktops) for Peer-to-Peer
mode.
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Introduction
The D-Link AirPlusXtremeG DWL-G650 Wireless Cardbus Adapter is an enhanced
802.11g high-performance, wireless adapter that supports high-speed wireless networking
at home, at work or in public places.
Unlike most network cards, the DWL-G650 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 DWL-G650 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 DWL-G650, 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 DWL-G650, you will automatically receive a new key every
time you connect, vastly increasing the safety of your communications.
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The DWL-G650 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 DWL-G650
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 DWL-G650 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 DWL-G650 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.
Peer-to-Peer
Access Point
Please take a look at
mode (without an
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Features
D-Link AirPlusXtremeG DWL-G650 wireless data rate of up to 54Mbpsn
Backwards compatible with the 802.11b standard to provide a wireless data
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rate of up to 11Mbps
Utilizes OFDM technology (Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing)
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User-friendly configuration and diagnostic utilities
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Operates in the 2.4GHz frequency range
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LEDS
LED stands for Light-Emitting Diode. The DWL-G650 has the following
LEDs:
LED LED Activity
A blinking light indicates network activityActivity
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