D-Link WDA-2320 User Manual

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Table of Contents

Product Overview ...................................................3

Package Contents ..............................................................3

System Requirements .......................................................3

Introduction .......................................................................4

Features .............................................................................5

Hardware Overview ...........................................................6

LEDs ...........................................................................6

Installation ...........................................................7

Getting Started ..................................................................7

Remove Existing Installations ..................................... 7

Disable Other Wireless Adapters .................................8

Wireless Installation Considerations ................................10

Adapter Installation..........................................................11

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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 ................................................... 42

Networking Basics ................................................ 47

Check your IP address .....................................................47

Statically Assign an IP address ........................................48

Technical Speciﬁcations ......................................... 49

Contacting Technical Support ................................... 51

Warranty ........................................................... 52

Registration........................................................ 57

Table of Contents

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Section 1 - Product Overview

• D-Link WDA-2320 RangeBooster G™ Desktop Adapter

• Manual and Warranty on CD

• D-Link Wireless Utility on CD

System Requirements

• A desktop computer with an available PCI slot

• Windows® 2000 (Service Pack 4) or XP (Service Pack 2)

• 300MHz processor and at least 64MB of RAM

• An 802.11g or 802.11b access point (for Infrastructure mode), or another 802.11g or 802.11b wireless adapter (for Ad-Hoc mode.)

Product Overview

Package Contents

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Section 1 - Product Overview

Introduction

The D-Link RangeBooster G™ WDA-2320 is a wireless desktop adapter featuring the latest technology to deliver data transfer rates up to 108Mbps* in the 2.4GHz frequency. The WDA-2320 also works with 802.11b-compliant devices and when used with other D-Link RangeBooster G™ products delivers throughput speeds capable of handling heavy data payloads including real-time MPEG video streaming. Plus, the WDA-2320 also includes a conﬁguration utility to discover available wireless networks and create and save detailed connectivity proﬁles for those networks most often accessed.

The D-Link RangeBooster G™ WDA-2320 is a powerful 32-bit desktop adapter that installs quickly and easily into desktop computers. Like all D-Link wireless adapters, the WDA-2320 can be used in ad-hoc mode to connect directly with other cards for peer-to-peer ﬁle sharing or in infrastructure mode to connect with a wireless access point or router for access to the Internet in your ofﬁce or home network.

The WDA-2320 features robust security to help protect the wireless network from intruders, complying with the latest wireless networking security protocols, including WEP encryption and Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) support for both 802.1x and WPA-PSK. The products are also capable of supporting the government-grade AES encryption and upcoming 802.11i standards. The WDA2320 also includes a conﬁguration utility to discover available wireless networks and create and save detailed connectivity proﬁles for those networks most often accessed.

* Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11b/g 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 may adversely affect wireless signal range.

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15 times faster - achieve data transfer speeds up to 108Mbps*; up to 15x faster than conventional 802.11b networks, when used with other 802.11g devices

• Integrat es in to existing 802.11b wireless ne tworks - no need to invest in all new d evices; the

WDA-2320 is interoperable with existing 802.11b devices to provide a wireless data rate of up to 11Mbps*

• Stronger Security than ever before with WPA - Wi-Fi Protected Access authorizes and identiﬁes users based on a

secret key that changes automatically at a regular interval, for example:

• TKIP (Temporal Key Integrity Protocol), in conjunction with a RADIUS server, changes the temporal key every 10,000

packets, ensuring greater security

• Pre Shared Key mode means that the home user, without a RADIUS server, will obtain a new security key every time

he or she connects to the network, vastly improving the safety of communications on the network.

• Extra Protection - 802.1x Authentication in conjunction with the RADIUS server veriﬁes the identity of would be

clients

•

User-friendly conﬁguration and diagnostic utilities allow you to easily discover available wireless networks and create and save detailed connectivity proﬁles

• Utilizes OFDM technology (Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing)

Features

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Hardware Overview

LEDs

Link

A steady light indicates a connection to a wireless network.

A blinking light indicates activity on the network.

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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:

• 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

XP 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 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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Note: Please install the WDA-2320 Desktop Adapter into your computer before installing the driver software from the D-Link CD. Refer to the insert included with this adapter for installation instructions.

Turn on the computer and Insert the D-Link WDA-2320 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.

If the CD Autorun function does not automatically start on your computer, go to Start > Run. In the run box type “D:\Drivers\setup. 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. Click Next to continue.

By default setup will install to the default location: C:\Program Files\ Rangebooster G WDA-2320, 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.

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.

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

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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 WDA-2320 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 WDA-2320 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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Wireless Networks

The SSID (Service Set Identiﬁer) is the name of the wireless network.

Displays the MAC address of the wireless device.

Dis play s the Link Q ual ity o f the w ire l ess connection.

If there is a “lock” icon, this means the wireless network is secure. You must know the encryption key/security settings to connect.

Displays the channel of the wireless network.

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).

Selec t a wi reles s netw ork prof ile 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.

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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 18).

Click Modify to edit a current proﬁle (refer to page

19).

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 or Ad-Hoc), and if the network is secured.

Delete:

Active:

Proﬁle Details:

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Add Proﬁle

You may add a new network by clicking the New button from the My Wireless Networks page.

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 acce ss point, selec t Infrastructure. If you are connecting to another wir eless client such as an a dap ter, select Ad-Hoc.

Select the type of security used. Please refer to the Wireless Security section for more information.

Click OK to save your settings.

Network Type:

Set Security:

OK Button:

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