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D-Link AirPlus DWL-120+ Manual

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  • Page 1 D-Link AirPlus® DWL-120+ 2.4GHz Wireless USB Adapter Manual Building Networks for People...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Package Contents ... 3 Introduction ... 4 Wireless Basics ... 6 Getting Started ... 9 Using the Configuration Utility ... 12 Networking Basics ... 18 Troubleshooting ... 31 Technical Specifications ... 34 Contacting Technical Support ... 35 Warranty and Registration ... 36...

  • Page 3: Package Contents

    Package Contents D-Link AirPlus DWL-120+  2.4 GHz Wireless USB Adapter Manual on CD-ROM  Quick Installation Guide  USB Cable  If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller. A computer or laptop with an available USB port ...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    The D-Link AirPlus DWL-120+ 2.4GHz Wireless USB Adapter is a convenient Plug & Play USB 1.1 solution that brings wireless networking to your laptop or desktop PC. It provides up to 256-bit level of WEP security to your wireless data transfers.
  • Page 5 Features and Benefits Convenience of Plug & Play installation  Fully 802.11b compatible  USB 1.1 standard   Stronger Network Security with 256-bit WEP encryption Supports infrastructure networks via an Access Point or Router and  Peer-to-Peer communication in Ad-Hoc mode User-friendly configuration and diagnostic utilities ...

  • Page 6: Wireless Basics

    DWL-120+ to your computer 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 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 Based on the IEEE 802.11b standard, the DWL-120+ is interoperable with existing compatible 2.4GHz wireless technology with data transfer speeds of up to 22Mbps* when used with other D-Link AirPlus devices. *”Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11b specifications. Actual data throughput will vary Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of network traffic, building materials...

  • Page 8: Installation Considerations

    Installation Considerations The D-Link AirPlus DWL-120+ 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. Typical ranges vary depending on the types of materials and background RF (radio frequency) noise in your home or business.

  • Page 9: Getting Started

    Network and an Ad-Hoc Network. An Infrastructure network contains an Access Point or Router. The Infrastructure Network example shown on the following page contains the following D-Link network devices (your existing network may be comprised of other devices): A wireless broadband Router-...
  • 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 AirPlus DWL-120 wireless USB adapter into an available USB port on your desktop computer. (See the Quick Installation Guide included with the DWL-120+.)
  • Page 11 Setting up a Wireless Ad Hoc Network Install the D-Link AirPlus DWL-120+ Wireless USB adapter into the desktop computer. product for installation instructions Install another DWL-120+ into the laptop computer. Or you may install another wireless adapter such as the D-Link AirPlus DWL-650+ wireless cardbus adapter.

  • Page 12: Using The Configuration Utility

    Zero Configuration Utility in the taskbar in the lower corner of your computer screen and uncheck the box in the properties window that enables windows configuration. After you have done this, you can then use the D-Link Configuration Utility with XP.
  • Page 13 Using the Configuration Utility Configuration SSID: The Service Set Identifier is the name assigned to the wireless network. The factory SSID setting is set to default. Make changes here to match the SSID on the existing Wireless Router or Access Point. Wireless Mode: Infrastructure is the factory default setting.
  • Page 14 Using the Configuration Utility Encryption Data Encryption: Enable encryption by clicking in the box. Data encryption is de-selected as the default setting. Authorization Mode: Open Authentication - communicates the key across the network Shared Authentication - allows communication only with other devices with identical WEP settings Auto - will automatically adjust to the Authentication mode of the wireless Access Point or Router...
  • Page 15 Site Survey Available Networks: 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. Profiles: In the lower half of the screen, you can manage the profiles that you have created for the wireless network at home, at the office and in public places.
  • Page 16 Using the Configuration Utility (continued) Properties Current Setting Current Setting/Default Setting default In this window you can configure all the properties of a profile in order to connect with a network of your choice. Click OK to save the changes.
  • Page 17 Using the Configuration Utility About About tab displays the utility and the firmware versions.

  • Page 18: Networking Basics

    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 http://www.microsoft.com/windows2000 for information about networking computers using Windows 2000, ME or 98SE.
  • Page 19 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 gateway/router, select the second option as shown. Click Next...
  • Page 20 Networking Basics 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...
  • Page 21 Networking Basics 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.
  • Page 22 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. Insert a disk into the Floppy Disk Drive, in this case drive A.
  • Page 23 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. To continue click Next.
  • Page 24 Networking Basics 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 25 Naming your Computer To name your computer, please follow these directions:In Windows XP: Click Start (in the lower left corner of the screen)  Right-click on My Computer  Select Properties and click  Select the Computer  Name Tab in the System Properties window.
  • Page 26 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 The 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.) To check on the IP Address of the adapter, please do the following:...
  • Page 27 Checking the IP Address in Windows XP This window will appear.  Click the Support Click Close  Assigning a Static IP Address in Windows XP/2000 Note: Residential Gateways/Broadband Routers will automatically assign IP Addresses to the computers on the network, using DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) technology.
  • Page 28 Assigning a Static IP Address in Windows XP/2000  Double-click on Network Connections  Right-click on Local Area Connections  Double-click on Properties...
  • Page 29 Networking Basics 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...
  • Page 30 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 31: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting This chapter provides solutions to problems that can occur during the installation and operation of the DWL-120+. 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.) 1.
  • Page 32 Troubleshooting  Double-click on Network Adapters Right-click on D-Link  AirPlus DWL-120+ Wireless USB Adapter  Select Properties to check that the drivers are installed properly Look under Device  Status to check that the device is working properly ...
  • Page 33 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 34: Technical Specifications

    Technical Specifications Standard IEEE 802.11b  Diagnostic LED Power  Link Status  Temperature Operating: 0ºC to 55ºC (32ºF to 131ºF)  Storing: -20ºC to 75ºC (-4ºF to 167ºF)  Humidity: 95%, non-condensing  Antenna Type: Single External, Dual Diversity ...

  • Page 35: 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 website, or by phone.

  • Page 36: Warranty And Registration

    Warranty Period from the date of original retail purchase. If a material defect is incapable of correction, or if D-Link determines in its sole discretion that it is not practical to repair or replace the defective Hardware, the price paid by the original purchaser for the defective Hardware will be refunded by D-Link upon return to D-Link of the defective Hardware.
  • Page 37 Canada: 2180 Winston Park Drive, Oakville, ON, L6H 5W1 (Visit information within Canada) D-Link may reject or return any product that is not packaged and shipped in strict compliance with the foregoing requirements, or for which an RMA number is not visible from the outside of the package. The product owner agrees to pay D-Link’s reasonable handling and return shipping charges for any product that...
  • Page 38 Trademarks: D-Link is a registered trademark of D-Link Systems, Inc. Other trademarks or registered trademarks are the property of their respective manufacturers or owners.
  • Page 39 Registration Product registration is entirely voluntary and failure to complete or return this form will not diminish your warranty rights. 060105...

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