D-Link DWA-111 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

Software Installation ........................................................11

Conﬁguration ...................................................... 15

D-Link Conﬁguration Utility .............................................15

Wireless Networks ....................................................16

My Wireless Networks ..............................................17

Add Proﬁle ............................................................ 18

Modify Proﬁle .......................................................19

What is WEP? ..................................................................25

What is WPA? ..................................................................26

Conﬁgure WEP ................................................................27

Using the D-Link Utility ............................................. 27

Using the Windows® XP Utility .................................29

Conﬁgure WPA/WPA2 Passphrase .................................. 31

Using the D-Link Utility ............................................. 31

Using the Windows® XP Utility .................................33

Conﬁgure WPA/WPA2 .....................................................

Using the D-Link Utility ............................................. 35

Conﬁgure 802.1x .............................................................

Using the D-Link Utility ............................................. 36

Troubleshooting ................................................... 37

Wireless Basics ................................................... 41

Networking Basics ................................................ 46

Check your IP address .....................................................46

Statically Assign an IP address ........................................47

Support ..................................................................... 20

About ........................................................................21

Windows® XP Conﬁguration Utility ..................................22

Disabling The Windows® XP Utility ........................... 23

Wireless Security ................................................. 25

Technical Speciﬁcations ......................................... 48

Contacting Technical Support ................................... 50

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Section 1 - Product Overview

• D-Link DWA-111 2.4GHz Wireless G USB 2.0 Adapter

• Manual, Software, and Warranty on CD

Product Overview

Package Contents

System Requirements

• A computer or laptop with an available USB 2.0 port

• Windows

• At least 64MB of memory and a 500MHz processor

• Properly installed and working USB Controller

2000 (Service Pack 4) or XP (Service Pack 2)

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Introduction

D-Link, the industry pioneer in wireless networking, introduces the DWA-111 Wireless USB Adapter, part of the Wireless G family of

802.11g wireless networking devices.

Using the DWA-111 Wireless USB Adapter, you can now enable 802.11g wireless connectivity for your PC using the convenience and speed of a USB 2.0 interface**. Featuring the latest in wireless technology, the DWA-111 delivers incredibly fast performance and industrywide compatibility. By adhering to the 802.11g wireless standard, the DWA-111 is capable of streaming video and transferring large ﬁles across a wireless network.

The DWA-111 Wireless USB Adapter includes an easy-to-use conﬁguration that discovers available wireless networks wherever you go. The utility can also create detailed connectivity proﬁles to save your most frequently used networks. You can also enable support for WPA and 802.1x, for better data encryption and user authentication.

The DWA-111 is a Wireless USB 2.0 adapter that installs quickly and easily into any desktop or laptop PC with an available USB port. You can simply plug in the DWA-111 to enjoy the freedom of wireless networking. When used with other D-Link Wireless G products in their default conﬁguration, the DWA-111 automatically discovers and connects to the wireless network.

Like all other D-Link wireless adapters, the DWA-111 Wireless USB Adapter can be used in peer-to-peer mode (ad-hoc) to directly connect to other 802.11b/g wirelessly enabled computers for direct ﬁle sharing, or in client mode (infrastructure) to connect with wireless access points or routers.

* Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 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.

** Compatible with USB 1.1 port. If used with 1.1 port, throughput may be diminished.

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• Provides maximum wireless signal rate of up to 54Mbps*.

• 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 required.

• USB 2.0 standard

• Better Security with 802.1x and WPA - In addition to 64-bit and 128-bit WEP encryption, you can also securely connect to a wireless network using 802.1x for wireless authentication, as well as WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access) providing you a much higher level of security for your data and communication than has previously been available.

Features

• Optimal wireless reception using its cradle (included). Position the DWA-111 almost anywhere in your workspace to achieve the best reception possible.

• Supports Infrastructure networks via an access point and Peer-to-Peer communication in Ad-Hoc mode.

• User-friendly conﬁguration and diagnostic utilities.

Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 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.

Using a USB 1.1 port will adversely affect throughput.

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Link Light

A blinking light indicates activity on your wireless network.

Hardware Overview

USB Port

Used to connect the DWA-111 to your computer.

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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.

Getting Started

Before installing your new D-Link wireless adapter, please verify the following:

• Remove any previous installations of wireless adapters

• Disable any built-in wireless adapters

• Verify the settings such as the SSID and security settings of the network(s) you want to connect to

Remove Existing Installations

If you’ve installed a different manufacture’s adapter or a different model D-Link adapter, make sure the software is uninstalled before 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 users may use the built-in wireless utility for all adapters.

To remove any old software:

Windows Windows

XP users: Click Start > Control Panel > Add or Remove Programs.

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 RF (radio frequency) noise in your home or business. The key to maximizing wireless range is to follow these basic guidelines:

1. Keep the number of walls and ceilings between the D-Link adapter and other network devices to a minimum - each

wall or ceiling can reduce your adapter’s range from 3-90 feet (1-30 meters.) Position your devices so that the number of walls or ceilings is minimized.

2. Be aware of the direct line between network devices. A wall that is 1.5 feet thick (.5 meters), at a

45-degree angle appears to be almost 3 feet (1 meter) thick. At a 2-degree angle it looks over 42 feet (14 meters) thick! Position devices so that the signal will travel straight through a wall or ceiling (instead of at an angle) for better reception.

3. Building Materials make a difference. A solid metal door or aluminum studs may have a negative effect on range.

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.

4. Keep your product away (at least 3-6 feet or 1-2 meters) from electrical devices or appliances that generate RF

noise.

5. If you are using 2.4GHz cordless phones or X-10 (wireless products such as ceiling fans, lights, and home security

systems), your wireless connection may degrade dramatically or drop completely. Make sure your 2.4GHz phone base is as far away from your wireless devices as possible. The base transmits a signal even if the phone in not in use.

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Software Installation

Turn on the computer and Insert the D-Link DWA-111 Driver CD in the CD-ROM drive. The step-by-step instructions that follow are shown in Windows® XP. The steps and screens are similar for the other Windows® operating systems.

Note: Do NOT install the DWA-111 Wireless G USB Adapter into your computer before installing the driver software from the D-Link CD!

Click Install Drivers.

If the CD Autorun function does not automatically start on your computer, type “D:\Drivers\setup.exe”. If it does start, proceed to the next screen.

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The InstallShield Wizard window will appear. Click Next to continue.

By default setup will install to the default location: C:\Program Files\Wireless G DWA-111, where C: represents the drive letter of your hard drive. To install to a different location click Browse and specify the location. Click Next.

Select the Program Files folder location. Click Next to continue.

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The D-Link conﬁguration wizard will now appear.

If you are using Windows® XP (SP2), you will have the option to use either the D-Link utility or the built-in Windows® Wireless utility.

Click Next to continue.

Insert the adapter into an available USB port on your computer.

Optional: If desired or necessary, attach the cradle between the DWA-111 and your computer.

If the Found New Hardware Wizard appears, click Cancel.

Click Next to continue.

Enter the network name (SSID) manually. If you enter the SSID incorrectly, you will automatically be brought to the site survey page.

Click Next to continue or click Scan to display the site survey page.

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Click the Scan button to display a list of wireless networks (site survey). Click on the network name (SSID) and click Connect.

If the wireless network you are trying to connect to is encrypted, enter the WEP key or WPA-PSK passphrase. Click Next to continue.

Click Finish to continue. If you are prompted to reboot your computer, select Yes, I want to restart my computer now.

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Conﬁguration

This section will show you how to conﬁgure your new D-Link wireless adapter using the D-Link Utility as well as the Windows® XP Zero Conﬁguration Utility.

D-Link Conﬁguration Utility

The D-Link DWA-111 uses the Configuration Utility as the management software. The utility provides the user an easy interface to change any settings related to the wireless adapter. After you have completed the installation of the DWA-111 and whenever you start the computer, the Conﬁguration Utility starts automatically and the system tray icon is loaded in the toolbar. Clicking on the utility icon will start the Conﬁguration Utility.

If you are using Windows® XP, please skip to page 22.

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