D-Link 108G MIMO DWL-G520M Wireless Desktop Adapter Manual Building Networks for People
DWL-G520M User’s Manual Table of Contents Table of Contents Table of Contents ............................................................................................... 2 Package Contents .............................................................................................. 3 Introduction ....................................................................................................... 4 Features and Benefits ................................................................................
DWL-G520M User’s Manual Package Contents Package Contents D-Link DWL-G520M 108G MIMO Wireless Desktop Adapter Manual on CD Printed Quick Installation Guide If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller. Minimum System Requirements A desktop computer with an available 32-bit PCI slot Windows XP/2000 At least 64MB of memory and a 500MHz processor An 802.11g or 802.11b access point (for Infrastructure mode), or another 802.11g or 802.
DWL-G520M User’s Manual Introduction Introduction Connect to wireless networks at farther distances than before with D-Link AirPlus Xtreme G™ line of products infused with Double XR (2XR) Technology. By combining D-Link’s new 2XR technology with D-Link 108G technology, this new Wireless Desktop Adapter offers dramatic performance improvements over standard 802.11g.
DWL-G520M User’s Manual Features and Benefits Features and Benefits Provides maximum wireless signal rate of up to 108Mbps* Fully 802.11b/802.11g compatible. Better Security with WPA-PSK - In addition to 64 and 128-bit WEP encryption, you can also securely connect to a wireless network using WPA-PSK. Utilizes Smart Antenna technology. Supports Infrastructure networks via an access point and Peer-to-Peer communication in Ad-Hoc mode. User-friendly configuration and diagnostic utilities.
DWL-G520M User’s Manual Wireless Basics Wireless Basics D-Link wireless products are based on industry standards to provide easy-to-use and compatible high-speed wireless connectivity within your home, business or public access wireless networks. D-Link wireless products will allow you access to the data you want, when and where you want it. You will be able to enjoy the freedom that wireless networking brings.
DWL-G520M User’s Manual Wireless Basics Standards-Based Technology The DWL-G520M Wireless PCI Adapter utilizes the 802.11g standard. The IEEE 802.11g standard is an extension of the 802.11b standard. It increases the data rate up to 54Mbps 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.
DWL-G520M User’s Manual Installation Considerations Installation Considerations The DWL-G520M lets you access your network using a wireless connection from virtually anywhere within its operating range. 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.
DWL-G520M User’s Manual Getting Started Getting Started There are basically two modes of networking: Infrastructure – using an access point or router, such as the DI-624M. Ad-Hoc – directly connecting to another computer, for Peer-to-Peer communication, using wireless network adapters on each computer, such as two or more DWL-G520M Wireless Network adapters. On the following pages we will show you an example of an Infrastructure Network and an Ad-Hoc Network.
DWL-G520M User’s Manual Infrastructure Network Setting up a Wireless Infrastructure Network For a typical wireless setup at home, please do the following: 1 You will need broadband Internet access (a cable or DSL-subscriber line into your home or office). 2 Consult with your cable or DSL provider for proper installation of the modem. 3 Connect the cable or DSL modem to your broadband router. (See the Quick Installation Guide included with your router.
Ad Hoc Network DWL-G520M User’s Manual Setting up a Wireless Ad-Hoc Network 1 2 DWL-G520M 108G MIMO Wireless Desktop Adapter DWL-G650M 108G MIMO Wireless Notebook Adapter For a typical wireless setup at home (as shown above), please do the following: 1 Install the D-Link DWL-G520M 108G MIMO Wireless Desktop adapter into the desktop computer. (See the Quick Installation Guide included with the product.
DWL-G520M User’s Manual Using the Configuration Utility Using the Configuration Utility D-Link DWL-G520M 108G MIMO Wireless Desktop adapter 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.
DWL-G520M User’s Manual Using the Configuration Utility Link Info Status: Displays the MAC address of the access point or router to which the DWL-G520M is associated. SSID: The Service Set Identifier is the name assigned to the wireless network. The factory SSID setting is default. Tx Rate: The default setting is Auto; Tx Rate settings are automatically determined for a maximum wireless signal rate of up to 54Mbps (108Mbps* in Turbo mode). Channel: The default setting is Auto.
DWL-G520M User’s Manual Using the Configuration Utility Configuration SSID: The Service Set Identifier is the name assigned to the wireless network. The factory SSID setting is default. Wireless Mode: Either Infrastructure or Ad-Hoc will be displayed here. (Please see the Getting Started section in this manual for an explanation of these two modes.) Channel: The channel selection is automatically determined by the DWL-G520M. When in Ad-Hoc mode, you may select a channel manually. The default channel is 6.
DWL-G520M User’s Manual Using the Configuration Utility Encryption Encryption: Select the Encryption mode here. The choices are: WEP, WPA-PSK or None. When WPA or WPA-PSK is selected, click Config and the pop-up windows, shown on the following pages, will appear on your screen. Auth. Mode: Choose one of the following modes: Open Authentication – the DWL-G520M is visible to all devices on the network. Shared Authentication – allows communication only with other devices with identical WEP settings.
DWL-G520M User’s Manual Using the Configuration Utility Encryption-WPA-PSK When you select WPA-PSK in the Encryption window, the screen below will appear. Suitable for the home user, WPA-PSK (WPA Pre-Shared Key) is a superior form of security that does not require a RADIUS server in the network. By using TKIP (Temporal Key Integrity Protocol), the security keys change at set intervals, creating a network that is more secure than one that utilizes WEP encryption Define WPA PSK: Enter the WPA Passphrase.
DWL-G520M User’s Manual Using the Configuration Utility Site Survey Available Network: The top section of the window displays the Available Networks. Scroll up and down the list and highlight the network to which you wish to connect. Click on the Connect button. Profile: In the lower half of the screen, you can manage the profiles that you have created. Scroll up and down and highlight the profile that you wish to configure.
DWL-G520M User’s Manual Using the Configuration Utility Site Survey - Profile Configuration When you click Add, Properties or Connect in the Site Survey or Encryption screen, this popup screen appears for configuration purposes. Profile Name: Enter a name for the network profile here. SSID: The Service Set Identifier is the name assigned to the wireless network. The factory SSID setting is default. You may enter up to 3 SSIDs. Wireless Mode: Either Infrastructure or Ad-Hoc will be displayed here.
DWL-G520M User’s Manual Using the Configuration Utility Site Survey - Profile Configuration Data Encryption: Select the Encryption mode here. The choices are: WEP, WPA, WPA-PSK. When WPA or WPA-PSK is selected, click Config and the pop-up windows, shown on the following pages, will appear on your screen. Auth. Mode: Choose one of the following modes: Open Authentication – the DWL-G520M is visible to all devices on the network.
DWL-G520M User’s Manual Using the Configuration Utility About About: D-Link Systems, Inc. The About screen displays the MAC address, Utility version and the Driver version of the DWL-G520M.
DWL-G520M User’s Manual Networking Basics Networking Basics Using the Network Setup Wizard in Windows XP In this section you will learn how to establish a network at home or work, using Microsoft Windows XP. Note: Please refer to websites such as http://www.homenethelp.com and http://www.microsoft.com/windows2000 for information about networking computers using Windows 2000,/Me/98SE.
DWL-G520M User’s Manual Networking Basics Please follow all the instructions in this window: Click Next. In the following window, select the best description of your computer. If your computer connects to the Internet through a router, select the second option as shown. Click Next. D-Link Systems, Inc.
DWL-G520M User’s Manual Networking Basics Enter a Computer description and a Computer name (optional.) Click Next. Enter a Workgroup name. All computers on your network should have the same Workgroup name. Click Next. D-Link Systems, Inc.
DWL-G520M User’s Manual Networking Basics Please wait while the Network Setup Wizard applies the changes. When the changes are complete, click Next. Please wait while the Network Setup Wizard configures the computer. This may take a few minutes. D-Link Systems, Inc.
DWL-G520M User’s Manual Networking Basics In the window below, select the option that fits your needs. In this example, Create a Network Setup Disk has been selected. You will run this disk on each of the computers on your network. Click Next. Insert a disk into the Floppy Disk Drive, in this case drive A. Click Next. D-Link Systems, Inc.
DWL-G520M User’s Manual Networking Basics Please read the information under Here’s how in the screen below. After you complete the Network Setup Wizard you will use the Network Setup Disk to run the Network Setup Wizard once on each of the computers on your network. Click Next. D-Link Systems, Inc.
DWL-G520M User’s Manual Networking Basics Please read the information on this screen, then click Finish to complete the Network Setup Wizard. The new settings will take effect when you restart the computer. Click Yes to restart the computer. You have completed configuring this computer. Next, you will need to run the Network Setup Disk on all the other computers on your network. After running the Network Setup Disk on all your computers, your new wireless network will be ready to use.
DWL-G520M User’s Manual Networking Basics Please read the information on this screen, then click Finish to complete the Network Setup Wizard. The new settings will take effect when you restart the computer. Click Yes to restart the computer. You have completed configuring this computer. Next, you will need to run the Network Setup Disk on all the other computers on your network. After running the Network Setup Disk on all your computers, your new wireless network will be ready to use.
DWL-G520M User’s Manual Networking Basics Naming your Computer To name your computer using Windows XP, please follow these directions: Click Start (in the lower left corner of the screen). Right-click on My Computer. Select Properties. Select the Computer Name Tab in the System Properties window. You may enter a Computer Description if you wish; this field is To rename the computer and join a domain, click Change. D-Link Systems, Inc.
