Troubleshooting - D-Link DWA-525 Quick Installation Manual

TROUBLESHOOTING

set-Up AND CoNFiGUrAtioN proBleMs
1. IF I'vE LOST my CD WHAT CAN I DO?
the cd contains software drivers and manual which can be obtained from d-link (see technical
support below). Windows Xp, Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8 in most cases will automatically
install the correct drivers.
2. IF I'vE FORGOTTEN my WIRELESS ENCRyPTION KEy?
the wireless encryption key is configured at the Wireless access point, Router or dsl modem
Router. If you are unable to obtain your encryption key, the only solution would be to re-configure
your access point/Router to use a new encryption key. please contact your Wireless access
point/Router/dsl modem Router manufacturer.
3. WHy CAN'T I GET A WIRELESS CONNECTION?
- check that your dWa-525 is plugged in properly to the pcI port or try to plug the dWa-525 into
another pcI port if available.
- the led on the dWa-525 should be lit, otherwise there could be a physical fault on the pcI port
or the driver is not installed properly.
- ensure that the wireless settings on the dWa-525 match the settings on your access point/
Router. please check and confirm your settings for.
Wireless Network Name (SSID)
Wireless Encryption Key
Wireless Security Method (E.g. WEP, WPA2)
to check whether a Wireless connection has been made, in the Windows system tray (bottom
right). Red means no valid connections have been made.
- check that your Internet is working fine on existing computers.
- ensure that you have followed and completed the software installation process, otherwise,
please re-install the software. the led on the dWa-525 should come on after software
installation.
4. WHICH OPERATING SySTEmS DOES THE DWA-525 SUPPORT?
the dWa-525 support all popular operating systems including microsoft Windows Xp(64/32 bit)/
Vista/Windows 7/ Windows 8
Note: If you are unable to connect, see the Troubleshooting chapter of the product manual
in the D-Link DWA-525 Wireless N 150 Desktop PCI Adapter CD
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