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Version 1.0 | 05/26/2015
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AC1900 Wi-Fi USB 3.0 Adapter
DWA-192

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  • Page 1 Version 1.0 | 05/26/2015 User Manual AC1900 Wi-Fi USB 3.0 Adapter DWA-192...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Using Windows 8 ................14 Using Windows 7 ...............16 Configuring Wireless Security ........18 Troubleshooting ..............21 Wireless Basics ..............25 Wireless Modes ................29 Networking Basics ............30 Check your IP address ...............30 Statically Assign an IP address ..........31 Technical Specifications ..........32 D-Link DWA-192 User Manual...

  • Page 3: Product Overview

    Section 1 - Product Overview Product Overview Package Contents • D-Link DWA-192 AC1900 Wi-Fi USB 3.0 Adapter • Micro-USB 3.0 Cable • Manual and Warranty on CD • Quick Installation Guide System Requirements • A computer or laptop with an available USB port (USB 3.0 recommended) ®...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    Compact in size, robust in speed the DWA-192 AC1900 Wi-Fi USB 3.0 Adapter is a convenient solution for providing high performance wireless connectivity to your desktop or notebook PC. Enjoy the many benefits of Wireless AC connectivity today! * Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11ac and 802.11n specifications.

  • Page 5: Features

    • 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. • Position the DWA-192 almost anywhere in your workspace to achieve the best reception possible • User-friendly setup wizard * Using a USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 port will adversely affect throughput.

  • Page 6: Hardware Overview

    Turns the Status LED on or off. Micro USB 3.0 Connector Used to connect the DWA-192 to your computer via the included cable. Press the WPS button to automatically connect to a WPS-enabled wireless router or access point WPS Button and establish connectivity.

  • Page 7: Installation

    Remove Existing Installations If you’ve installed a different manufacturer’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

    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.
  • Page 9 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. D-Link DWA-192 User Manual...

  • Page 10: Driver Installation

    Before using the DWA-192 AC1900 Wi-Fi USB 3.0 Adapter, you must first install a device driver from the included D-Link CD. Warning: Do NOT connect the DWA-192 AC1900 Wi-Fi USB 3.0 Adapter to your computer’s USB port before installing the driver software from the D-Link CD.
  • Page 11 The welcome window will appear. Click Next to continue. By default setup will install to the default location: C:\Program Files\D-Link\DWA-192, where C: represents the drive letter of your hard drive. To install to a different location click Browse and specify the location, then click Next.
  • Page 12 The drivers and software will now install. Please allow 1-2 minutes for this process to finish. The driver installation process is complete. Click Finish to exit setup. The DWA-192’s Status LED should be blinking blue (see Hardware Overview on page 6). To connect to your wireless network, see Connecting to a Wireless Network on page 14.

  • Page 13: Wireless Installation Considerations

    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 14: Connecting To A Wireless Network

    To join an existing network, locate the wireless network icon in the taskbar, next to the time display. Wireless Icon Clicking on this icon will display a list of wireless networks which are within connecting proximity of your computer. Select the desired network by clicking on the network name. D-Link DWA-192 User Manual...
  • Page 15 WPS button on your router at this point to enable the WPS function. When you have established a successful connection to a wireless network, the word Connected will appear next to the name of the network to which you are connected. D-Link DWA-192 User Manual...

  • Page 16: Using Windows 7

    If you receive the Wireless Networks Detected bubble, click on the center of the bubble to access the utility. You can also click on the wireless icon in your system tray (lower-right corner). Wireless The utility will display any available wireless networks in your area. D-Link DWA-192 User Manual...
  • Page 17 Highlight the wireless network (SSID) you would like to connect to 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 Networking Basics on page 30 for more information. D-Link DWA-192 User Manual...

  • Page 18: Configuring Wireless Security

    1. Click on the wireless icon in your system tray (lower-right corner). Wireless 2. The utility will display any available wireless networks in your area. D-Link DWA-192 User Manual...
  • Page 19 Section 4 - Connecting to a Wireless Network 3. Highlight the wireless network (SSID) you would like to connect to and click the Connect button. 4. The following window appears while your computer tries to connect to the router. D-Link DWA-192 User Manual...
  • Page 20 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 on the wireless router. D-Link DWA-192 User Manual...

  • Page 21: Troubleshooting

    Section 5 - Troubleshooting Troubleshooting This chapter provides solutions to problems that can occur during the installation and operation of the DWA-192. 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 will be similar.
  • Page 22 Section 5 - Troubleshooting Click the + sign next to Network Adapters. Right-click on D-Link DWA-192 USB Adapter. Select Properties to check that the drivers are installed properly. D-Link DWA-192 USB Adapter Look under Device Status to check that the device is working properly. Click OK to continue.
  • Page 23 The computer does not recognize the DWA-192 AC1900 Wi-Fi USB 3.0 Adapter. Make sure that the DWA-192 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 24 If Security is enabled, make sure that the correct encryption keys are entered on both the DWA-192 and the access point. Double-click on the WLAN icon in the taskbar > click Encryption. Check to see that the key selected is set to the same key as other devices on the network.

  • Page 25: 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. You will be able to enjoy the freedom that wireless networking delivers.
  • Page 26 Why D-Link Wireless? 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.
  • Page 27 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 28 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 29: 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-192 User Manual...

  • Page 30: 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 31: 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 32: Technical Specifications

    • • 2.4 GHz to 2.4835 GHz • • 5.150 GHz to 5.850 GHz • RoHS • Wi-Fi Operating Voltage • • 5 V DC +/- 10% • Wi-Fi Protected Setup Current Consumption • 880 mA D-Link DWA-192 User Manual...
  • Page 33 RF exposure compliance requirements. Operations in the 5.15-5.25GHz band are restricted to indoor usage only. D-Link DWA-192 User Manual...
  • Page 34 L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement. D-Link DWA-192 User Manual...
  • Page 35 Le produit est conforme aux limites d’exposition pour les appareils portables RF pour les Etats-Unis et le Canada établies pour un environnement non contrôlé. Le produit est sûr pour un fonctionnement tel que décrit dans ce manuel. La réduction aux expositions RF peut être D-Link DWA-192 User Manual...
  • Page 36 5 Ghz bands, although operation of 2.4 Ghz radio devices are allowed. Please check with your local authority to confirm. • This device is restricted to indoor use when operated in the European Community using channels in the 5.15-5.35 GHz D-Link DWA-192 User Manual...
  • Page 37 • This device is restricted from functioning in Ad-hoc mode while operating in 5 GHz. Ad-hoc mode is direct peer-to-peer communication between two client devices without an Access Point. • Access points will support DFS (Dynamic Frequency Selection) and TPC (Transmit Power Control) functionality as required when operating in 5 GHz within the EU. D-Link DWA-192 User Manual...
  • Page 38 Luxembourg, U.K., Ireland, Slovak, Switzerland, 112, 116, 120, 124, 128, 132, 136, 140) Hungary, Italy 5.15-5.35 Ghz & 5.725-5.875 Ghz (Channels 36, 40, 44, 48, 52, 56, 60, 64, 149, 153, 157, Czech Republic 161, 165, 169) D-Link DWA-192 User Manual...
  • Page 39 Hereby, D-Link, declares that this DWA-192 is in compliance with the essential requirements English and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. Por medio de la presente D-Link declara que el DWA-192 cumple con los requisitos esenciales Español [Spanish] y cualesquiera otras disposiciones aplicables o exigibles de la Directiva 1999/5/CE.
  • Page 40 D-Link declara que este DWA-192 está conforme com os requisitos essenciais e outras Português [Portuguese] disposições da Directiva 1999/5/CE. D-Link izjavlja, da je ta DWA-192 v skladu z bistvenimi zahtevami in ostalimi relevantnimi Slovensko [Slovenian] določili direktive 1999/5/ES. D-Link týmto vyhlasuje, že DWA-192 spĺňa základné požiadavky a všetky príslušné...
  • Page 41 D-Link may result in the loss of product warranty. Unless expressly approved by an authorized representative of D-Link in writing, you may not and may not permit others to: • Disassemble or reverse engineer the device or attempt to derive source code (underlying ideas, algorithms, or structure) from the device or from any other information provided by D-Link, except to the extent that this restriction is expressly prohibited by local law.
  • Page 42 • Do not use this device near water (e.g. near a bathtub, sink, laundry tub, fish tank, in a wet basement or near a swimming pool). • Do not use this device in areas with high humidity. D-Link DWA-192 User Manual...
  • Page 43 2. When transporting a sensitive component, first place it in an antistatic container or packaging. 3. Handle all sensitive components in a static-safe area. If possible, use antistatic floor pads, workbench pads, and an antistatic grounding strap. D-Link DWA-192 User Manual...
  • Page 44 D-Link recommends that you always switch off or unplug your D-Link products when they are not in use. By doing so you will help to save energy and reduce CO2 emissions.
  • Page 45 Chez D-Link, nous sommes conscients de l'impact de nos opérations et produits sur l'environnement et nous engageons à le réduire. Pour limiter cet impact, D-Link conçoit et fabrique ses produits de manière aussi écologique que possible, en utilisant des matériaux recyclables et faiblement toxiques, tant dans ses produits que ses emballages.
  • Page 46 D-Link e l'ambiente D-Link cerca da sempre di ridurre l'impatto ambientale dei propri stabilimenti e dei propri prodotti. Allo scopo di ridurre al minimo tale impatto, D-Link progetta e realizza i propri prodotti in modo che rispettino il più possibile l'ambiente, utilizzando materiali riciclabili a basso tasso di tossicità...
  • Page 47 D-Link raadt aan om steeds uw D-Link producten uit te schakelen of uit de stekker te halen wanneer u ze niet gebruikt. Door dit te doen bespaart u energie en beperkt u de CO2-emissies.
  • Page 48 životní prostředí i lidské zdraví. D-Link a životní prostředí "Ve společnosti D-Link jsme si vědomi vlivu našich provozů a výrobků na životní prostředí a snažíme se o minimalizaci těchto vlivů. Proto své výrobky navrhujeme a vyrábíme tak, aby byly co nejekologičtější, a ve výrobcích i obalech používáme recyklovatelné...
  • Page 49 For å minimalisere denne innvirkningen designer og lager D-Link produkter som er så miljøvennlig som mulig, ved å bruke resirkulerbare, lav-toksiske materialer både i produktene og forpakningen. D-Link anbefaler at du alltid slår av eller frakobler D-Link-produkter når de ikke er i bruk. Ved å gjøre dette hjelper du å spare energi og å redusere CO2-utslipp.
  • Page 50 På D-Link förstår vi och är fast beslutna att minska den påverkan våra verksamheter och produkter kan ha på miljön. För att minska denna påverkan utformar och bygger D-Link sina produkter för att de ska vara så miljövänliga som möjligt, genom att använda återvinningsbara material med låg gifthalt i både produkter och förpackningar.
  • Page 51 Na D-Link compreendemos e comprometemo-nos com a redução do impacto que as nossas operações e produtos possam ter no ambiente. Para minimizar este impacto a D-Link concebe e constrói os seus produtos para que estes sejam o mais inofensivos para o ambiente possível, utilizando meteriais recicláveis e não tóxicos tanto nos produtos como nas embalagens.

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