D Link WA123B1 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

Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) ..........................................14

Connect to a Wireless Network ............................................ 17

Using Windows Using Windows Vista Using Windows

7 .......................................................................17

................................................................18

XP ....................................................................19

Wireless Basics ........................................................................ 32

Wireless Modes ............................................................................36

Networking Basics .................................................................. 37

Check your IP address ...............................................................37

Windows Windows

XP Users .............................................................37

7/Windows Vista® Users ................................37

Statically Assign an IP address ...............................................38

Windows Windows

XP Users .............................................................38

7/Windows Vista® Users ................................39

Technical Specications ........................................................ 40

Wireless Security ..................................................................... 20

What is WPA? ................................................................................20

Using Windows

Using Windows Vista

Using the Windows

7 ...............................................................21

.......................................................24

XP Utility ........................................26

Troubleshooting ..................................................................... 28

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• D-Link DWA-123 Wireless N 150 USB Adapter

• Manual and Warranty on CD

• D-Link Wireless Connection Manager on CD

• Quick Installation Guide

Product Overview

Package Contents

System Requirements

• A computer or laptop with an available USB 2.0 port

• Windows

• CD-ROM Drive

• 300MHz processor and at least 64MB of RAM

• An 802.11n or 802.11g access point or wireless router

7, Vista®, XP (Service Pack 3)

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Introduction

DWA-123 Wireless N 150 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-123 can enable 802.11n wireless

connectivity by simply utilizing your desktop or notebook PC’s USB port.

802.11g*. The DWA-123 is designed for use in bigger homes and for those that demand higher networking. Maximize wireless performance by connecting this USB Adapter to a Wireless N 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.

D-Link’s Quick Setup Wizard guides you step-by-step through the installation process. You’ll be able to congure this USB

Adapter without having to call the teenager from down the street to help you. The D-Link Wireless Manager is included with this product to keep track of all your most frequently accessed networks.

Compact in size, robust in speed the DWA-123 Wireless N 150 USB Adapter is great for travel and a convenient solution for providing high performance wireless connectivity to your desktop or notebook PC. Enjoy the many benets of wireless

connectivity today!

* Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11g and 802.11n specications. Actual data throughput will vary. Network conditions and

environmental factors, including volume of network trac, building materials and construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate. Environmental conditions will adversely aect wireless signal range.

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• Compact size for placement anywhere.

• Convenience of Plug & Play installation.

• Fully 802.11g compatible.

• 802.11n compliant.

• Powered by the USB port; no external power source required.

Features

• USB 2.0 standard

• You can securely connect to a wireless network using WPA/WPA2 (Wi-Fi Protected Access) providing you a much

higher level of security for your data and communication than has previously been available.

• Position the DWA-123 almost anywhere in your workspace to achieve the best reception possible.

• Supports Infrastructure networks via an access point

• Easy conguration using WPS PBC utility

* Using a USB 1.1 port will adversely aect throughput.

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Hardware Overview

WPS Button

Press the WPS button to automatically connect to a WPS-enabled wireless router or access point and establish connectivity.

USB Port

Used to connect the DWA-123 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 dierent manufacture’s adapter or a dierent model D-Link adapter, make sure the software is uninstalled

before installing the new software. Some utilities may cause a conict with the new software. If you plan to use multiple adapters at dierent 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

7 users: Click Start > Control Panel > Programs and Features.

XP/Vista® users: Click Start > 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 conicts 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.

D-Link DWA-123 Wireless N 150 USB Adapter

Right-click the adapter you would like to disable and select Disable.

D-Link DWA-123 Wireless N 150 USB Adapter

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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.

D-Link DWA-123 Wireless N 150 USB Adapter

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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 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 dierence. A solid metal door or aluminum studs may have a negative eect 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 (sh tanks), mirrors, le 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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Adapter Installation

Warning: Do NOT install the DWA-123 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-123 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:\autorun. exe” (where D: represents the drive letter of your CD-ROM drive).

When the autorun screen appears, click Install.

Click Install

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The InstallShield Wizard window will appear.

Click Next

By default setup will install to the default location: C:\Program Files\D-Link\DWA123, where C: represents the drive letter of your hard drive. To install to a dierent

location, click Browse and specify the location.

Click Next

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

Click Next

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Click Finish to complete your setup.

Click Finish

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