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Version 4.00 | 07/19/2017
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Wireless AC1200 Dual Band USB Adapter
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  • Page 1 Version 4.00 | 07/19/2017 User Manual Wireless AC1200 Dual Band USB Adapter DWA-182...
  • Page 2 Windows® 8.1/ Windows 8 ............16 Windows® 7 ...................18 Wireless Security .............19 What is WPA ? ................19 ™ Troubleshooting ..............20 Wireless Basics ..............27 Wireless Modes ................31 Networking Basics ............32 Check your IP address ...............32 Statically Assign an IP address ..........33 D-Link DWA-182 User Manual...

  • Page 3: Package Contents

    Section 1 - Product Overview Product Overview Package Contents D-Link DWA-182 Wireless AC1200 Dual Band USB Adapter USB 3.0 Cable (only available in some regions) CD with drivers and software System Requirements • A computer or laptop with an available USB 2.0 or USB 3.0 port •...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    Environmental factors may adversely affect wireless signal range. Up to 867Mbps wireless speeds achieved when connecting to other 802.11ac devices. Data throughput may also be limited by the product’s interface, less than 480 Mbps for a USB 2.0 interface. The inclusion of a specific product or manufacturer does not imply its endorsement of D-Link or the D-Link product. Computer must adhere to Microsoft’s recommended System Requirements.

  • Page 5: Features

    • Access Secure Networks using WPA™ or WPA2™ • Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ (WPS) Push Button for Easy Connection to a Wireless Network • USB* Extension Cable for Placement Flexibility * Using a USB 1.1 port will adversely affect throughput. D-Link DWA-182 User Manual...

  • Page 6: Hardware Overview

    Hardware Overview Press the WPS button to automatically connect to a WPS-enabled wireless router WPS Button or access point and establish connectivity. Refer to page 19. USB Connector Used to connect the DWA-182 to your computer. D-Link DWA-182 User Manual...

  • Page 7: Installation

    Remove Existing Installations If you’ve installed a different manufacture’s adapter or a different model D-Link adapter, make sure the software is uninstalled before installing the new software. Some utilities may cause a conflict with the new software. If you plan to use multiple adapters at different times, make sure the utilities are not set to load when your computer boots up.

  • Page 8: Disable Other Wireless Adapters

    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).
  • Page 9 When the adapter is disabled, a down arrow or a grayed icon 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. D-Link DWA-182 User Manual...

  • Page 10: Wireless Installation Considerations

    The key to maximizing wireless range is to follow these basic guidelines: 1. Keep the number of walls and ceilings between the D-Link adapter and other network devices to a minimum - each wall or ceiling can reduce your adapter’s range from 3-90 feet (1-30 meters.) Position your devices so that the number of walls or ceilings is minimized.

  • Page 11: Adapter Installation

    Section 2 - Installation Adapter Installation Warning: Do NOT install the DWA-182 adapter into your computer before installing the driver software from the D-Link CD. Turn on the computer and Insert the D-Link DWA-182 Driver CD in the CD-ROM drive.
  • Page 12 The welcome window will appear. Click Next to continue. By default setup will install to the default location: C:\Program Files\D-Link\ DWA-182, where C: represents the drive letter of your hard drive. Insert the adapter into an available USB port on your computer. Click Next to continue.

  • Page 13: Push Button

    2. Press the WPS button located on your access point or router to continue. This screen will appear once you have successfully established connection with your network. D-Link DWA-182 User Manual...

  • Page 14: Connect To A Wireless Network

    To join an existing network, locate the wireless network icon in the taskbar, next to the time display and click on it. Wireless Icon Clicking on this icon will display a list of wireless networks which are within range of your computer. Select the desired network by clicking on its SSID. D-Link DWA-182 User Manual...
  • Page 15 It may take 20-30 seconds to connect to the wireless network. If the connection fails, please verify that the security settings are correct. The key or passphrase must be exactly the same as the one on the wireless router. D-Link DWA-182 User Manual...

  • Page 16: Windows® 8.1/ Windows 8

    2. A list of available wireless networks will appear. 3. Click the wireless network (SSID) you want to connect to and then click Connect. 4. If the network is secure/encrypted, enter the Wi-Fi password (security key) and click Next. D-Link DWA-182 User Manual...
  • Page 17 If you get a good signal but cannot access the Internet, confirm the encryption by reviewing the profile or check the TCP/IP settings for your wireless adapter. Refer to the Networking Basics section in this manual for more information. D-Link DWA-182 User Manual...

  • Page 18: Windows® 7

    (displayed using the SSID) and click the Connect button. If you get a good signal but cannot access the Internet, check your TCP/IP settings for your wireless adapter. Refer to the Networking Basics section in this manual for more information. D-Link DWA-182 User Manual...

  • Page 19: Wireless Security

    Section 5 - Wireless Security Wireless Security This section will show you the different levels of security you can use to protect your data from intruders. The DWA-182 offers the following types of security: • WPA/WPA2-Personal • WPA/WPA2-Enterprise What is WPA ™...

  • Page 20: Troubleshooting

    Section 6 - Troubleshooting Troubleshooting This chapter provides solutions to problems that can occur during the installation and operation of the DWA-182. Read the following descriptions if you are having problems. 1. How do I know if my adapter is installed properly? Windows XP - Go to Start >...
  • Page 21 Right-click on Wireless AC1200 Dual Band USB Adapter. Select Properties to check that the drivers are installed properly. Look under Device Status to check that the device is working properly. Click OK to continue. D-Link DWA-182 Xtreme N Dual Band USB Adapter D-Link DWA-182 User Manual...
  • Page 22 • In Infrastructure mode, make sure the same Service Set Identifier (SSID) is specified on the settings for the wireless clients and access points. By default, the SSID factory setting for D-Link products is blank. (Double-click on the WLAN icon in the taskbar. The Link Info screen will display the SSID setting.)
  • Page 23 Section 6 - Troubleshooting Troubleshooting This chapter provides solutions to problems that can occur during the installation and operation of the DWA-182. Read the following descriptions if you are having problems. The examples below are illustrated in Windows 7. If you have a different operating system, the process on your computer ®...
  • Page 24 Section 6 - Troubleshooting Click the + sign next to Network Adapters. Right-click on D-Link DWA-182 USB Adapter. Select Properties to check that the drivers are installed properly. D-Link DWA-182 USB Adapter Look under Device Status to check that the device is working properly. Click OK to continue.
  • Page 25 The computer does not recognize the DWA-182 AC1900 Wi-Fi USB 3.0 Adapter. Make sure that the DWA-182 AC1900 Wi-Fi USB 3.0 Adapter is properly seated in the computer’s USB port. If Windows does not detect the hardware upon insertion of the adapter, make sure to completely remove drivers that were previously loaded.
  • Page 26 Double-click on the WLAN icon in the taskbar > click on Configuration to change the settings for the wireless adapter. If Security is enabled, make sure that the correct encryption keys are entered on both the DWA-182 and the access point. Double-click on the WLAN icon in the taskbar >...

  • Page 27: 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. Strictly adhering to the IEEE standard, the D-Link wireless family of products will allow you to securely access the data you want, when and where you want it.
  • Page 28 D-Link is the worldwide leader and award winning designer, developer, and manufacturer of networking products. D-Link delivers the performance you need at a price you can afford. D-Link has all the products you need to build your network. How does wireless work? Wireless works similar to how cordless phone work, through radio signals to transmit data from one point A to point B.
  • Page 29 Who uses wireless? Wireless technology as become so popular in recent years that almost everyone is using it, whether it’s for home, office, business, D-Link has a wireless solution for it. Home • Gives everyone at home broadband access •...
  • Page 30 The wireless connection in public places is usually called “hotspots”. Using a D-Link USB adapter with your laptop, you can access the hotspot to connect to Internet from remote locations like: airports, hotels, coffee shops, libraries, restaurants, and convention centers.

  • Page 31: Wireless Modes

    An Infrastructure network contains an access point or wireless router. All the wireless devices, or clients, will connect to the wireless router or access point. An ad hoc network contains only clients, such as laptops with wireless USB adapters. All the adapters must be in ad hoc mode to communicate. D-Link DWA-182 User Manual...

  • Page 32: 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.

  • Page 33: Statically Assign An Ip Address

    Network and Sharing Center icon and then click on Change adapter settings. • Right-click on the Local Area Connection which represents your D-Link wireless network adapter which will be connected to your network. • Highlight Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP /IPv4) and click Properties.

  • Page 34: Technical Specifications

    * Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11ac, 802.11n and 802.11g specifications. Actual data throughput will vary. Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of network traffic, building materials and construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate. Environmental factors will adversely affect wireless signal range. D-Link DWA-182 User Manual...

  • Page 35: Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement

    The further RF exposure reduction can be achieved if the product can be kept as far as possible from the user body or set the device to lower output power if such function is available. D-Link DWA-182 User Manual...

  • Page 36: Industry Canada Statement

    The further RF exposure reduction can be achieved if the product can be kept as far as possible from the user body or set the device to lower output power if such function is available. D-Link DWA-182 User Manual...
  • Page 37 être conservé aussi loin que possible du corps de l’utilisateur ou que le dispositif est réglé sur la puissance de sortie la plus faible si une telle fonction est disponible. 以下警語適用台灣地區 經型式認證合格之低功率射頻電機，非經許可，公司、商號或使用者均不得擅自變更頻率、加大功率或變更原設計之特性及功能。 低功率射頻電機之使用不得影響飛航安全及干擾合法通信；經發現有干擾現象時，應立即停用，並改善至無干擾時方得繼續使用。前項 合法通信，指依電信法規定作業之無線電通信。低功率射頻電機須忍受合法通信或工業、科學及醫療用電波輻射性電機設備之干擾。 5.25 ~ 5.35GHz 限室內使用 (802.11a used) D-Link DWA-182 User Manual...

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