D-Link DWA-582-BULK User Manual
D-Link DWA-582-BULK User Manual

D-Link DWA-582-BULK User Manual

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Version 1.0 | September 16, 2014
User Manual
Wireless AC1200
Dual Band PCI Express Adapter
DWA-582

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  • Page 1 Version 1.0 | September 16, 2014 User Manual Wireless AC1200 Dual Band PCI Express Adapter DWA-582...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Warranty ................34 Wireless Installation Considerations ........10 Registration ..............41 Driver/Software Installation .............11 Hardware Installation ..............14 Connect to your Wireless Network .........15 Windows® 8..................15 Windows® 7..................17 Wireless Security .............19 What is WPA™? ................19 Troubleshooting ..............20 Wireless Basics ..............25 D-Link DWA-582 User Manual...
  • Page 3: Product Overview

    If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller. System Requirements • A desktop computer with an available PCI Express slot • Windows® 8 or 7 • An 802.11ac or 802.11n wireless network • 20MB of free hard drive space • CD-ROM Drive D-Link DWA-582 User Manual...
  • Page 4: Introduction

    Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11ac and 802.11n 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-582 User Manual...
  • Page 5: Features

    • Faster Wireless Networking* - Enable wireless connectivity on your Desktop PC computer with the DWA-582. With the performance of D-Link’s Wireless ac line of wireless products, the DWA-582 delivers an unsurpassed wireless experience. Perform multiple network tasks at once with the speed provided by this Wireless Adapter.
  • Page 6: Hardware Overview

    Two antennas for better coverage. A solid light indicates that wireless is ready. This LED blinks during wireless data WLAN LED transmission. PCIe Connector The PCIe connector will fit into the PCI Express slot on your computer. D-Link DWA-582 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 To prevent any conflicts with the D-Link wireless adapter, it is recommended to disable any 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-582 User Manual...
  • Page 10: 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 11: Driver/Software Installation

    Note: Please install the drivers before physically installing the adapter into your computer. Turn on the computer and insert the D-Link DWA-582 Driver CD in the CD-ROM drive.If the CD Autorun function does not automatically start on your computer, go to Start > Run. In the run box type “D:\autorun.exe” (where D: represents the drive letter of your CD-ROM drive).
  • Page 12 Select your language and click Next to continue. At the Welcome Wizard screen, click Next to continue. By default setup will install to the default location: C:\Program Files\D-Link\DWA-582, where C: represents the drive letter of your hard drive. To install to a different location click Browse and specify the location.
  • Page 13 1-2 minutes. Once the drivers are installed, click Next to continue. Click Finish to complete the driver installation. You can now install the adapter into your computer. Please turn off and unplug the power to your computer. D-Link DWA-582 User Manual...
  • Page 14: Hardware Installation

    You may either leave the antennas on or unscrew them to make it easier to install. Step 3 - Replace the computer case cover and plug the power back. If you took off the antennas during installation, re-attach them now. D-Link DWA-582 User Manual...
  • Page 15: Connect To Your 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-582 User Manual...
  • Page 16 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-582 User Manual...
  • Page 17: 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-582 User Manual...
  • Page 18 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-582 User Manual...
  • Page 19: Wireless Security

    WPA/WPA2-Enterprise incorporates user authentication through the Extensible Authentication Protocol (EAP). EAP is built on a more secure public key encryption system to ensure that only authorized network users can access the network. D-Link DWA-582 User Manual...
  • Page 20: Troubleshooting

    This chapter provides solutions to problems that can occur during the installation and operation of the DWA-582. Read the following descriptions if you are having problems. 1. How do I know if my adapter is installed properly? Go to Start > My Computer > Properties. Select the Hardware Tab. D-Link DWA-582 User Manual...
  • Page 21 Section 5 - Troubleshooting Click the + sign next to Network Adapters. Right-click on D-Link DWA-582 Desktop PCI Express Adapter. Select Properties to check that the drivers are installed properly. D-Link DWA-582 Wireless Desktop PCI Express Adapter Look under Device Status to check that the device is working properly. Click OK to continue.
  • Page 22 4. I forgot my encryption key. • Reset the Access Point to its factory default settings and restore the DWA-582 Desktop PCI Express Adapter to the factory default settings. The default settings are listed in the Configuration section in this manual. D-Link DWA-582 User Manual...
  • Page 23 • In Infrastructure mode, make sure the same Service Set Identifier (SSID) is specified on the settings for the wireless clients and access points. The SSID factory default setting for D-Link products is default. • In Ad-Hoc mode, both wireless clients will need to have the same SSID. Please note that it might be necessary to set up one client to establish a BSS (Basic Service Set) and wait briefly before setting up other clients.
  • Page 24 Move the DWA-582 and Access Point or Wireless router into the same room and then test the wireless connection. • Change the channel of the Access Point/wireless router. • Move devices within the line of sight. D-Link DWA-582 User Manual...
  • 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: How Does Wireless Work

    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 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 wireless desktop 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: Networking Basics

    • Click Start, type cmd in the search box and then click OK. • At the prompt, type ipconfig and press Enter. • This will display the IP address, subnet mask, and default gateway of your adapter. D-Link DWA-582 User Manual...
  • Page 30: Statically Assign An Ip Address

    Windows® 8 • Press the Windows key and then type IP. Click Settings on the right side and then click View Network Connections. • Right-click on the adapter which represents your D-Link wireless network adapter. • Highlight Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP /IPv4) and click Properties.
  • Page 31: Windows® 7

    • Click on Start > Control Panel (make sure you are in Classic View). Double-click on the Network and Sharing Center icon. 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

    Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11ac and 802.11n 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-582 User Manual...
  • Page 33: Contacting Technical Support

    • Hardware Revision (located on the label on the adapter (e.g. rev A1)) • Serial Number (s/n number located on the label on the adapter). You can find software updates and user documentation on the D-Link website as well as frequently asked questions and answers to technical issues.
  • Page 34: Warranty

    Any repair or replacement will be rendered by 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, at its option, 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 35 Software or to refund the portion of the actual purchase price paid that is attributable to the Software. Except as otherwise agreed by D-Link in writing, the replacement Software is provided only to the original licensee, and is subject to the terms and conditions of the license granted by D-Link for the Software.
  • Page 36 • The customer must submit with the product as part of the claim a written description of the Hardware defect or Software nonconformance in sufficient detail to allow D-Link to confirm the same, along with proof of purchase of the product (such as a copy of the dated purchase invoice for the product) if the product is not registered.
  • Page 37 Purolator Canada or any common carrier selected by D-Link. Return shipping charges shall be prepaid by D-Link if you use an address in Canada, otherwise we will ship the product to you freight collect. Expedited shipping is available upon request and provided shipping charges are prepaid by the customer.
  • Page 38: Limitation Of Liability

    FOR WARRANTY SERVICE) RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THE PRODUCT, RELATING TO WARRANTY SERVICE, OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY, EVEN IF D-LINK HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. THE SOLE REMEDY FOR A BREACH OF THE FOREGOING LIMITED WARRANTY IS REPAIR, REPLACEMENT OR REFUND OF THE DEFECTIVE OR NONCONFORMING PRODUCT.
  • Page 39 The availability of some specific channels and/or operational frequency bands are country dependent and are firmware programmed at the factory to match the intended destination. The firmware setting is not accessible by the end user. For detailed warranty information applicable to products purchased outside the United States, please contact the corresponding local D-Link office.
  • Page 40 This device has been designed to operate with an antenna having a maximum gain of 2 dB. Antenna having a higher gain is strictly prohibited per regulations of Industry Canada. The required antenna impedance is 50 ohms. D-Link DWA-582 User Manual...
  • Page 41: Registration

    Appendix F - Registration Registration Product registration is entirely voluntary and failure to complete or return this form will not diminish your warranty rights. Version 1.0 September 16, 2014 D-Link DWA-582 User Manual...

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