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D-Link DWA-123 User Manual Table of Contents Table of Contents....................................................2 Contacting Technical Support.................................... 24 Product Overview....................................................3 Warranty............................................................ 25 Package Contents...........................................................................3 Registration........................................................ 29 System Requirements.
D-Link DWA-123 User Manual Product Overview Package Contents • • • • D-Link DWA-123 802.11n Wireless N USB Adapter. User Manual and Warranty on CD-ROM. Printed Quick Installation Guide. Software on CD-ROM. If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller. System Requirements For best results, the following system requirements are recommended: • Computer with: 1GHz processor / 512 MB RAM / CD-ROM drive / USB 2.0 Port.
D-Link DWA-123 User Manual Introduction The DWA-123 802.11n Wireless N 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. Powered by RangeBooster N™ technology, the DWA-123 provides a faster wireless connection and superior reception than 802.11g*.
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D-Link DWA-123 User Manual 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.
D-Link DWA-123 User Manual Basic 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.
D-Link DWA-123 User Manual Step 3: The utility will install the drivers and the accompanying files in the D-Link > DWA-123 folder. To change the destination of the installed files click on the ‘Browse’ button and navigate to the desired destination folder. To continue with the installation click on the ‘Next’ button. Step 4: At this point the user is prompt to insert the DWA-123 adapter into the computer for the first time.
D-Link DWA-123 User Manual Step 5: This utility will automatically install all the required files in the destination specified. Step 6: When the installation has been completed, a window will appear thanking the user for purchasing the DWA-123. There are two ways to connect to the wireless network using this adapter: 1. By using the Operating System’s built-in wireless utility. 2. By using the Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) button connection method. Click on the ‘Finish’ button to complete this setup.
D-Link DWA-123 User Manual Connect to the Wireless Network This section will guide the user through the process of connecting to the wireless network using this wireless adapter. Remember that there is no additional wireless connection utility included with this product. This product makes use of the built-in wireless functionality of the Operating System. Connect using Windows 7 Step 1: Generally after the installation a wireless icon will appear .
D-Link DWA-123 User Manual Connect using Windows 7 and WPS Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) System is designed for easy setup of security-enabled Wi-Fi networks. It is recommended to have the access point or wireless router nearby during setup. For more information on WPS, visit the Wi-Fi Alliance website at www.wi-fi.org. “Push Button Configuration” (PBC) is a button on the adapter that after pressed connects you to other WPS-enabled devices.
D-Link DWA-123 User Manual Connect using Windows XP Step 1: Generally after the installation a wireless icon will appear in the taskbar’s notification area that look like this . Right click on this icon and select the ‘View Available Wireless Networks’ option. A list of available wireless networks will be displayed. Locate your network and click on it. Click on the ‘Connect’ button to connect to your wireless network.
D-Link DWA-123 User Manual Knowledge Base In this section we’ll discuss the theory behind Wireless Basics, Wireless Modes, Networking Basics and Wireless Security. 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 DWA-123 User Manual Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) In a wireless local area network, a device called an Access Point (AP) connects computers to the network. The access point has a small antenna attached to it, which allows it to transmit data back and forth over radio signals. With an indoor access point as seen in the picture, the signal can travel up to 300 feet.
D-Link DWA-123 User Manual Tips Here are a few things to keep in mind, when you install a wireless network. Centralize your router or Access Point Make sure you place the router/access point in a centralized location within your network for the best performance. Try to place the router/access point as high as possible in the room, so the signal gets dispersed throughout your home. If you have a two-story home, you may need a repeater to boost the signal to extend the range.
D-Link DWA-123 User Manual Networking Basics Check your IP address After you install your new D-Link wireless adapter and have established a wireless connection, by default, the TCP/IP settings should be set to obtain an IP address from a DHCP server (i.e. router) automatically. To verify your IP address, please follow the steps below. Microsoft Windows 7: • Click Start > All Programs > Accessories > Command Prompt. You may need administrative access to run this application.
D-Link DWA-123 User Manual Statically Assign an IP address If you are not using a DHCP capable gateway/router, or you need to assign a static IP address, please follow the steps below: Microsoft Windows 7: • Click on Start > Control Panel. Click on the ‘Network and Sharing Center’ icon. Along the left panel in the window, click on ‘Change adapter settings’.
D-Link DWA-123 User Manual Microsoft Windows XP/2000: • Windows XP - Click on Start > Control Panel. Make sure you are in Classic View. Double-click on the Network Connections icon. • Windows 2000 – From the desktop, right-click My Network Places > Properties. • Right-click on the Wireless Network Connection which represents your D-Link wireless network adapter (or other adapter) which will be connected to your router and click Properties. • Highlight ‘Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)’ and click Properties.
D-Link DWA-123 User Manual Wireless Security WPA, or Wi-Fi Protected Access, is a Wi-Fi standard that was designed to improve the security features of WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy). The 2 major improvements over WEP: • Improved data encryption through the Temporal Key Integrity Protocol (TKIP). TKIP scrambles the keys using a hashing algorithm and, by adding an integrity-checking feature, ensures that the keys haven’t been tampered with. WPA2 is based on 802.
D-Link DWA-123 User Manual Troubleshooting This chapter provides solutions to problems that can occur during the installation and operation of the DWA-123. Read the following descriptions if you are having problems. (The examples below are illustrated in Windows 7. If you have a different Windows Operating System, the screenshots on your computer should look similar to the following examples.
D-Link DWA-123 User Manual Step 3: In the Device Manager window, all the hardware devices installed in the computer will be displayed. Navigate to ‘Network Adapters’ and Right-Click on the ‘D-Link DWA-123 Wireless N USB Adapter’ option. Click on ‘Properties’. Step 4: The Properties window of the adapter will open. In the ‘Device Status’ space, the following message will be displayed when the DWA-123 adapter is working correctly: ‘This device is working properly.’ Click ‘OK’ to close this window.
D-Link DWA-123 User Manual Adapter is not recognized by the Computer. In the event when the DWA-123 Wireless N USB Adapter is not correctly recognized by the computer, make sure that the DWA-123 is properly seated in the computer’s USB port. If Windows still does not detect the hardware upon re-insertion of the adapter, try to uninstall and re-install the drivers for this adapter. Also try to use a different USB port. Not connecting to the Wireless Network/Internet.
D-Link DWA-123 User Manual Contacting Technical Support U.S. and Canadian customers can contact D-Link technical support through our web site or by phone. Before you contact technical support, please have the following ready: • Model number of the product (e.g. DWA-123) • Hardware Revision (located on the label on the bottom of the switch (e.g. rev A1)) • Serial Number (s/n number located on the label on the bottom of the device).
D-Link DWA-123 User Manual Warranty Subject to the terms and conditions set forth herein, D-Link Systems, Inc. (“D-Link”) provides this Limited Warranty: • Only to the person or entity that originally purchased the product from D-Link or its authorized reseller or distributor. • Only for products purchased and delivered within the fifty states of the United States, the District of Columbia, U.S. Possessions or Protectorates, U.S. Military Installations, or addresses with an APO or FPO.
D-Link DWA-123 User Manual original licensee for the non-conforming Software will be refunded by D-Link; provided that the non-conforming Software (and all copies thereof) is first returned to D-Link. The license granted respecting any Software for which a refund is given automatically terminates.
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Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Industry Canada Statement This device complies with RSS-210 of the Industry Canada Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1) this device may not cause interference and 2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device IMPORTANT NOTE: IC Radiation Exposure Statement: This equipment complies with IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.
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