Table of Contents Table of Contents Product Overview......................................................... 3 Package Contents.................................................... 3 System Requirements.............................................. 3 Introduction............................................................... 4 Features................................................................... 5 Hardware Overview.................................................. 6 Installation......................
Section 1 - Product Overview Product PackageOverview Contents • D-Link DWA-126 High-Power Wireless N 150 USB Adapter • Cradle • Manual and Warranty on CD • D-Link Wireless Connection Manager on CD • Quick Installation Guide System Requirements • A computer or laptop with an available USB 2.0 port • Windows Vista®, 2000 (Service Pack 4), XP (Service Pack 2), or Windows 7 • CD-ROM Drive • 300MHz processor and at least 64MB of RAM • A 802.11n or 802.
Section 1 - Product Overview Introduction The DWA-126 High-Power 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 DWA126 can enable 802.11n wireless connectivity by simply utilizing your desktop or notebook PC’s USB port.
Section 1 - Product Overview Features • Detachable external antenna wireless coverage. • Convenience of Plug & Play installation. • Fully 802.11g compatible. • 802.11n compliant. • Powered by the USB port; no external power source required. • 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.
Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Overview External Antenna Detachable and rotatable high power antenna for 90 degree of vertical and 180 degree of horizontal angle. WPS Button Press the WPS button to automatically connect to a WPS-enabled wireless router or access point and establish connectivity. Refer to pg 19. USB Port Used to connect the DWA-126 to your computer.
Section 2 - Installation 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.
Section 2 - Installation 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.
Section 2 - Installation 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.
Section 2 - Installation 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.
