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D-Link DWL-G520m Manual

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  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents DWL-G520M User’s Manual Table of Contents Table of Contents ....................2 Package Contents ....................3 Introduction ....................... 4 Features and Benefits..................5 Wireless Basics....................6 Installation Considerations................. 8 Getting Started....................9 Using the Configuration Utility ................. 12 Link Info.....................

  • Page 3: Package Contents

    Package Contents DWL-G520M User’s Manual 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 ...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    With an included configuration utility and the Installation Wizard, setup for your DWL-G520M is a straightforward process. The utility keeps track of your most frequently accessed networks and their specific settings, so joining networks is an automatic process. The DWL-G520M also supports the latest security features such as WPA-PSK making your adapter compatible with secure wireless networks.

  • Page 5: Features And Benefits

    Features and Benefits Features and Benefits Enable wireless connectivity on your desktop computer with the Enable 802.11g Wireless DWL-G520M. With the performance of D-Link’s new line of Smart Connectivity on Your Antenna MIMO wireless products, the DWL-G520M delivers an Desktop PC unsurpassed wireless experience by boosting both speed and signal coverage.

  • Page 6: Wireless Basics

    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.
  • Page 7 802.11g offers the most advanced network security features available today, including: WPA, 802.1x, TKIP, AES and Pre-Shared Key (PSK) mode. The DWL-G520M is backwards compatible with 802.11b devices. This means that if you have an existing 802.11b network, the devices in that network will be compatible with 802.11g devices at speeds up to 11Mbps in the 2.4GHz range.

  • Page 8: Installation Considerations

    DWL-G520M User’s Manual 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.

  • Page 9: Getting Started

    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.
  • Page 10 Connect the cable or DSL modem to your broadband router. (See the Quick Installation Guide included with your router.) Install the D-Link DWL-G520M 108G MIMO Wireless Desktop Adapter into an available PCI slot on your desktop computer. (See the Quick Installation Guide included with the DWL-G520M.) Install another D-Link DWL-G520M 108G MIMO Wireless Desktop Adapter into an available PCI slot on your desktop computer.
  • Page 11 Desktop Adapter Notebook Adapter For a typical wireless setup at home (as shown above), please do the following: Install the D-Link DWL-G520M 108G MIMO Wireless Desktop adapter into the desktop computer. (See the Quick Installation Guide included with the product.) Install the D-Link DWL-G650M 108G MIMO Wireless Notebook adapter into the laptop computer or another DWL-G520 in a desktop computer.

  • Page 12: Using The Configuration Utility

    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 DWL-G520M (refer to the Quick Installation Guide that came with your purchase) whenever you start the computer, the Configuration Utility starts automatically and the system tray icon is loaded in the toolbar (see illustration below*).

  • Page 13: Link Info

    Link Quality: Displays the Link Quality of the DWL-G520M’s wireless connection to the access point or router. Signal Strength: Displays the signal strength and the link quality of the DWL-G520M’s wireless connection to the access point or router Data Rate: Displays the statistics of the data packets that are transmitted and received.

  • Page 14: Configuration

    Ad-Hoc mode is used for peer-to-peer networking. 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. Ad-Hoc Band: Select 11G or 11B (see Support Band below).

  • Page 15: Encryption

    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.
  • Page 16 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.

  • Page 17: Site Survey

    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.
  • Page 18 DWL-G520M User’s Manual Using the Configuration Utility Site Survey - Profile Configuration When you click Add, Properties or Connect in the Site Survey screen, this popup screen appears for configuration purposes. Profile Name: Enter a name for the network profile here.
  • Page 19 DWL-G520M User’s Manual Using the Configuration Utility Site Survey - Profile Configuration Security: Select the Encryption mode here.The choices are: WEP or WPA-PSK. When WPA-PSK is selected, click Config and the pop-up windows, shown on the previous pages, will appear on your screen.
  • Page 20 DWL-G520M User’s Manual Using the Configuration Utility About About: The About screen displays the MAC address, Utility version and the Driver version of the DWL-G520M. D-Link Systems, Inc.

  • Page 21: Networking Basics

    Networking Basics DWL-G520M User’s Manual 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...
  • Page 22 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.
  • Page 23 Networking Basics DWL-G520M User’s Manual 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.
  • Page 24 Networking Basics DWL-G520M User’s Manual 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.
  • Page 25 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.
  • Page 26 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.
  • Page 27 Networking Basics DWL-G520M User’s Manual 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.

  • Page 28: Naming Your Computer

    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.

  • Page 29: Checking The Ip Address In Windows Xp

    DWL-G520M User’s Manual Networking Basics Naming Your Computer In this window, enter the Computer name. Select Workgroup and enter the name of the Workgroup. All computers on your network must have the same Workgroup name. Click OK. Checking the IP Address in Windows XP All wireless adapter-equipped computers in your network must be in the same IP address range (see Getting Started in this manual for a definition of IP address range.)

  • Page 30: Assigning A Static Ip Address In Windows Xp

    DWL-G520M User’s Manual Networking Basics Checking the IP Address in Windows XP Click the Support tab. Click Close. Assigning a Static IP Address in Windows XP/2000 Note: Many broadband routers will automatically assign IP addresses to the computers on the network, using DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) technology.
  • Page 31 Networking Basics DWL-G520M User’s Manual Assigning a Static IP Address in Windows XP/2000 Double-click on Network Connections. Right-click on Local Area Connections (or Wireless Network Connection). Click on Properties. D-Link Systems, Inc.
  • Page 32 Networking Basics DWL-G520M User’s Manual Assigning a Static IP Address in Windows XP/2000 Click on Internet Protocol (TCP/IP). Click Properties. Input your IP address and subnet mask. (The IP addresses on your network must be within the same range. For example, if one computer has an IP address of 192.168.0.2, the other computers should have IP addresses that are sequential, like 192.168.0.3...
  • Page 33 Networking Basics DWL-G520M User’s Manual Checking the Wireless Connection by Pinging in Windows XP and 2000 Go to Start > Run > type cmd. A window similar to this one will appear. Type ping xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx, where xxx is the IP address of the wireless router or access point.

  • Page 34: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting This chapter provides solutions to problems that can occur during the installation and operation of the DWL-G520M. Read the following descriptions if you are having problems. (The examples below are illustrated in Windows XP. If you have another operating system, these solutions will still apply although the appearance on your computer screen may differ.)
  • Page 35 Troubleshooting DWL-G520M User’s Manual Double-click on Network Adapters. Right-click on D-Link DWL-G520M 108G MIMO Wireless Desktop Adapter. Select Properties to check that the drivers are installed properly. D-Link DWL-G520M 108G MIMO Wireless Desktop Adapter Look under Device Status to check that the device is working properly.

  • Page 36: Why Does My Wireless Connection Keep Dropping

    2. What variables may cause my wireless products to lose reception? D-Link products let you access your network from virtually anywhere you want. However, the positioning of the products within your environment will affect the wireless range. Please refer to Installation Considerations in the Wireless Basics section of this manual for further information about the most advantageous placement of your D-Link wireless products.

  • Page 37: Technical Specifications

    Technical Specifications DWL-G520M User’s Manual Technical Specifications Standards IEEE 802.11g IEEE 802.11b IEEE 802.11 Power/Activity Diagnostic LEDs Temperature Operating: 0ºC to 55ºC (32ºF to 131ºF) Humidity 95% maximum, non-condensing Internal Diversity Antenna Type Bus Type 32-bit PCI 64 and 128-bit WEP...
  • Page 38 Technical Specifications DWL-G520M User’s Manual Receiver 54Mbps OFDM Sensitivity 48Mbps OFDM 36Mbps OFDM 24Mbps OFDM 18Mbps OFDM 12Mbps OFDM 11Mbps OFDM 9Mbps OFDM 6Mbps OFDM 5.5Mbps CCK 2Mbps QPSK 1Mbps BPSK Transmitter Output Power 14dBm ± 2dB L = 6.50 inches Physical W = 0.75 inches...

  • Page 39: Glossary

    DWL-G520M User’s Manual Glossary Glossary 802.11b - An IEEE wireless LAN specification standard that operates in 2.4 GHz frequency band and is interoperable with 802.11b standard devices. 802.11g - An IEEE wireless LAN specification standard that operates in 2.4 GHz frequency band and is interoperable with 802.11g standard devices.

  • Page 40: Contacting Technical Support

    Contacting Technical Support You can find software updates and user documentation on the D-Link website. D-Link provides free technical support for customers within the United States and within Canada for the duration of the warranty period on this product. U.S. and Canadian customers can contact D-Link technical support through our web site, or by phone.

  • Page 41: Warranty

    D-Link at an Authorized D-Link Service Office. The replacement Hardware need not be new or have an identical make, model or part. D-Link may in its sole discretion replace the defective Hardware (or any part thereof) with any reconditioned product that D-Link reasonably determines is substantially equivalent (or superior) in all material respects to the defective Hardware.
  • Page 42 Products shall be fully insured by the customer. D-Link will not be held responsible for any packages that are lost in transit to D-Link. The repaired or replaced packages will be shipped to the customer via UPS Ground or any common carrier selected by D-Link, with shipping charges prepaid. Expedited shipping is available if shipping charges are prepaid by the customer and upon request.
  • Page 43 THE LIMITED WARRANTY PROVIDED HEREIN, THE ENTIRE RISK AS TO THE QUALITY, SELECTION AND PERFORMANCE OF THE PRODUCT IS WITH THE PURCHASER OF THE PRODUCT. Limitation of Liability: TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, D-LINK IS NOT LIABLE UNDER ANY CONTRACT, NEGLIGENCE, STRICT LIABILITY OR OTHER LEGAL OR EQUITABLE...
  • Page 44 This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. D-Link declares that the DWL-G520M (FCC ID: KA2DWLG520MA1) is limited in CH1~CH11 by specified firmware controlled in the USA.

  • Page 45: Registration

    DWL-G520M User’s Manual Registration Registration Product registration is entirely voluntary and failure to complete or return this form will not diminish your warranty rights. 05/17/2005 D-Link Systems, Inc.

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