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  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    D-Link Wireless Connection Manager......4 What is WPA? ..............49 Windows Vista ............5 Configure WPA/WPA Passphrase ........50 Wireless Networks ..........5 Using the D-Link Utility ..........50 Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) ........ 6 Using the Windows Vista Utility ......5 ™...
  • Page 3 Table of Contents Configure 80.1x ............. 58 Using the D-Link Utility ..........58 Troubleshooting ........... 60 Wireless Basics ........... 65 Wireless Modes ........... 69 Networking Basics ..........70 Check your IP address ............. 70 Windows XP/000 Users ........70 ®...

  • Page 4: Product Overview

    Package Contents • D-Link WDA-30 RangeBooster G Desktop ™ Adapter • Manual and Warranty on CD • D-Link Wireless Utility on CD System Requirements • A desktop computer with an available PCI slot • Windows Vista , XP (Service Pack ) or 000 (Service Pack 4) ®...

  • Page 5: Introduction

    WDA-30 is a powerful 3-bit desktop adapter that installs quickly and easily into desktop computers. ™ Like all D-Link wireless adapters, the WDA-30 can be used in infrastructure mode to connect with a wireless access point or router for access to the Internet in your office or home network.

  • Page 6: Features

    * Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 80.11b/g 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 may adversely affect wireless signal range. D-Link WDA-30 User Manual...

  • Page 7: Hardware Overview

    Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Overview LEDs Link A steady light indicates a connection to a wireless network. A blinking light indicates activity on the network. D-Link WDA-30 User Manual...

  • Page 8: 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 9: Disable Other Wireless Adapters

    Section  - 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 10 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 WDA-30 User Manual...

  • Page 11: Wireless Installation Considerations

    RF (radio frequency) noise in your home or business. 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...

  • Page 12: Software Installation

    Turn on the computer and Insert the D-Link WDA-30 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:\WDA-2320. exe” (where D: represents the drive letter of your CD-ROM drive).

  • Page 13: Windows Vista ™ Installation

    The InstallShield Wizard window will appear. Click Next to continue. By default setup will install to the default location: C:\Program Files\D-Link\WDA-2320, where C: represents the drive letter of your hard drive. To install to a different location click Browse and specify the location. Click Next to continue.
  • Page 14 Select the Program Files folder location. Click Next to continue. WDA-30 will start configuring your new software installation. This may take few minutes. Once the installation is complete, the InstallShield Wizard screen displays. Click Finish to close the window. D-Link WDA-30 User Manual...
  • Page 15 The Wireless Connection Wizard will now appear. If you want to manually connect to a wireless network, refer to page 17. The following instructions will connect you to a wireless network using Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS). D-Link WDA-30 User Manual...

  • Page 16: Push Button Configuration (Pbc)

    Press the WPS button on your access point or wireless router within  minutes to establish connectivity. When this screen appears, you have successfully connected to your wireless network. Click Next to complete your setup. D-Link WDA-30 User Manual...
  • Page 17 Click Scan to display the site survey page. Click the Scan button to display a list of wireless networks (site survey). Click on the network name (SSID) and click Next. D-Link WDA-30 User Manual...
  • Page 18 When this screen appears, you are successfully connected to your wireless network. Click Next to complete your setup. Click Finish to continue. If you are prompted to reboot your computer, select Yes, I want to restart my computer now. D-Link WDA-30 User Manual...

  • Page 19: Windows ® Xp Installation

    Click Next to continue. By default setup will install to the default location: C:\Program Files\D- Link\WDA-2320, where C: represents the drive letter of your hard drive. To install to a different location click Browse and specify the location. Click Next to continue.
  • Page 20 The D-Link configuration wizard will now appear. If you are using Windows XP (SP), you will have the option to use ® either the D-Link utility or the built-in Windows Wireless utility. ® Click Next to continue. The Wireless Connection Wizard will now appear.

  • Page 21: Push Button Configuration (Pbc)

    Press the WPS button on your access point or wireless router within  minutes to establish connectivity. When this screen appears, you have successfully connected to your wireless network. Click Next to complete your setup. D-Link WDA-30 User Manual...
  • Page 22 Click Next to continue or click Scan to display the site survey page. Click the Scan button to display a list of wireless networks (site survey). Click on the network name (SSID) and click Connect. D-Link WDA-30 User Manual...
  • Page 23 If the wireless network you are trying to connect to is using WPA-PSK, enter the WPA-PSK passphrase. Click Next to continue. Click Finish to continue. If you are prompted to reboot your computer, select Yes, I want to restart my computer now. D-Link WDA-30 User Manual...

  • Page 24: Configuration

    Section 3 - Configuration Configuration This section will show you how to configure your new D-Link wireless adapter using the D-Link Utility as well as the Windows ® Zero Configuration Utility. D-Link Wireless Connection Manager The D-Link WDA-30 uses the Wireless Connection Manager as the management software. The manager provides the user an easy interface to change any settings related to the wireless adapter.

  • Page 25: Windows Vista

    Connect Button: to connect (refer to the Wireless Security section for more information). Select a wireless network profile from the drop-down menu and click Active to connect. Allow up to 30 seconds to connect. Active Button: D-Link WDA-30 User Manual...

  • Page 26: Wi-Fi Protected Setup (Wps)

    “Personal Identification Number” (PIN) is a unique number generated randomly by the wireless adapter’s utility. Entering this number in the utility of the WPS-enabled wireless router or access point connects you with the intended wireless network. Refer to the next page for more information. D-Link WDA-30 User Manual...

  • Page 27: Personal Identification Number (Pin)

    Enter this number in your access point or wireless router. Please refer to the manufacture’s manual for instructions. Once you click Next, you will have  minutes to enter this number in your access point or wireless router. D-Link WDA-30 User Manual...
  • Page 28 Section 3 - Configuration The adapter will try to establish connectivity to your access point or wireless router. When this screen appears, you have successfully established connectivity. Click Finish to complete your setup. D-Link WDA-30 User Manual...

  • Page 29: My Wireless Networks

    Click Activate to use a profile. Allow up to 30 seconds to connect to the wireless network. Profile Details: The Profile Details section will display information about the wireless network such as the network name (SSID), network type (Infrastructure), and if the network is secured. D-Link WDA-30 User Manual...

  • Page 30: Add Profile

    Select the network type. If you are connecting to a wireless router or access point, select Infrastructure. Select the type of security used. Please refer to the Wireless Security section for more information. Set Security: Click OK to save your settings. OK Button: D-Link WDA-30 User Manual...

  • Page 31: Modify Profile

    Displays the SSID of the network. Network Type: Displays the network type. Set Security: Select the type of security used. Please refer to the Wireless Security section for more information. OK Button: Click OK to save your settings. D-Link WDA-30 User Manual...

  • Page 32: Support

    Section 3 - Configuration Support If you need help, click the Support button. A pane will appear to the right of the utility which will display information about the utility. D-Link WDA-30 User Manual...

  • Page 33: About

    Section 3 - Configuration About The About screen gives you information about the Firmware and Utility Versions of the WDA-30. D-Link WDA-30 User Manual...

  • Page 34: Windows ® Xp

    Connect Button: to connect (refer to the Wireless Security section for more information). Select a wireless network profile from the drop-down menu and click Active to connect. Allow up to 30 seconds to connect. Active Button: D-Link WDA-30 User Manual...

  • Page 35: Wi-Fi Protected Setup (Wps)

    “Personal Identification Number” (PIN) is a unique number generated randomly by the wireless adapter’s utility. Entering this number in the utility of the WPS-enabled wireless router or access point connects you with the intended wireless network. Refer to the next page for more information. D-Link WDA-30 User Manual...

  • Page 36: Personal Identification Number (Pin)

    Enter this number in your access point or wireless router. Please refer to the manufacture’s manual for instructions. Once you click Next, you will have  minutes to enter this number in your access point or wireless router. D-Link WDA-30 User Manual...
  • Page 37 Section 3 - Configuration The adapter will try to establish connectivity to your access point or wireless router. When this screen appears, you have successfully established connectivity. Click Finish to complete your setup. D-Link WDA-30 User Manual...

  • Page 38: My Wireless Networks

    Click Active to activate a profile. Allow up to 30 seconds to connect to the wireless network. Profile Details: The Profile Details section will display information about the wireless network such as the network name (SSID), network type (Infrastructure), and if the network is secured. D-Link WDA-30 User Manual...

  • Page 39: Add Profile

    Select the network type. If you are connecting to a wireless router or access point, select Infrastructure. Select the type of security used. Please refer to the Wireless Security section for more information. Set Security: Click OK to save your settings. OK Button: D-Link WDA-30 User Manual...

  • Page 40: Modify Profile

    Displays the SSID of the network. Network Type: Displays the network type. Set Security: Select the type of security used. Please refer to the Wireless Security section for more information. Click OK to save your settings. OK Button: D-Link WDA-30 User Manual...

  • Page 41: Support

    Section 3 - Configuration Support If you need help, click the Support button. A pane will appear to the right of the utility which will display information about the utility. D-Link WDA-30 User Manual...

  • Page 42: About

    Section 3 - Configuration About The About screen gives you information about the Firmware and Utility Versions of the WDA-30. D-Link WDA-30 User Manual...

  • Page 43: Connect To A Wireless Network

    Click on a network (displayed using the SSID) and click the Connect button. If you get a good signal but cannot access the Internet, check you TCP/ IP settings for your wireless adapter. Refer to the Networking Basics section in this manual for more information. D-Link WDA-30 User Manual...
  • Page 44 It may take 0-30 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 WDA-30 User Manual...

  • Page 45: Connect To A Wireless Network

    Click on a network (displayed using the SSID) and click the Connect button. If you get a good signal but cannot access the Internet, check you TCP/ IP settings for your wireless adapter. Refer to the Networking Basics section in this manual for more information. D-Link WDA-30 User Manual...

  • Page 46: Disabling The Windows ® Xp Utility

    Section 3 - Configuration Disabling The Windows XP Utility ® If you want to use the D-Link wireless utility you must disable the Windows XP wireless utility. ® Right-click on the wireless computer icon in your system tray (lower-right corner next to the time). Select View Available Wireless Networks.
  • Page 47 Section 3 - Configuration In the Wireless Network Connection Properties window, uncheck Use Windows to configure my wireless network settings ® and then click OK. D-Link WDA-30 User Manual...

  • Page 48: Wireless Security

    This section will show you the different levels of security you can use to protect your data from intruders. The WDA-30 offers the following types of security: • WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access ) • WPA-PSK (Pre-Shared Key) • WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access) • WPA-PSK (Pre-Shared Key) • 80.1x (RADIUS) D-Link WDA-30 User Manual...

  • Page 49: What Is Wpa

    WPA/WPA 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 WDA-30 User Manual...

  • Page 50: Configure Wpa/Wpa Passphrase

    WPA-PSK passphrase being used. 1. Open the Wireless Connection Manager by double-clicking on the D-Link icon on your desktop. 2. Highlight the wireless network (SSID) you would like to connect to and click Connect.
  • Page 51 1. Open the Wireless Utility by double-clicking on the D-Link icon in your system tray (lower-right corner of screen). Click on New to create a new profile or highlight an existing profile and click Modify.

  • Page 52: Using The Windows ® Vista Utility

    Wireless Utility by right-clicking on the ® ™ wireless computer icon in your system tray (lower right corner of screen). Select Connect to a network. 2. Highlight the wireless network (SSID) you would like to connect to and click Connect. D-Link WDA-30 User Manual...
  • Page 53 It may take 0-30 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 WDA-30 User Manual...

  • Page 54: Using The Windows ® Xp Utility

    XP Wireless Utility by right-clicking ® on the wireless computer icon in your system tray (lower-right corner of screen). Select View Available Wireless Networks. 2. Highlight the wireless network (SSID) you would like to connect to and click Connect. D-Link WDA-30 User Manual...
  • Page 55 It may take 0-30 seconds to connect to the wireless network. If the connection fails, please verify that the WPA-PSK settings are correct. The WPA-PSK passphrase must be exactly the same as on the wireless router or access point. D-Link WDA-30 User Manual...

  • Page 56: Configure Wpa/Wpa

    WPA and WPA are for advanced users who are familiar with using a RADIUS server and setting up certificates. 1. Open the Wireless Utility by double-clicking on the D-Link icon in your system tray (lower-right corner of screen). Click on New to create a new profile or highlight an existing profile and click Modify.
  • Page 57 5. Select an User Certificate from the drop-down menu. 6. Enter the login information required to authenticate. 7. Click Add to enter the IP address(es) of your RADIUS servers. 8. Click OK to save your settings. Windows XP Windows Vista D-Link WDA-30 User Manual...

  • Page 58: Configure 80.1X

    80.1x is for advanced users who are familiar with using a RADIUS server and setting up certificates. 1. Open the Wireless Utility by double-clicking on the D-Link icon in your system tray (lower-right corner of screen). Click on New to create a new profile or highlight an existing profile and click Modify.
  • Page 59 5. Select an User Certificate from the drop-down menu. 6. Enter the login information required to authenticate. 7. Click Add to enter the IP address(es) of your RADIUS servers. 8. Click OK to save your settings. Windows XP Windows Vista D-Link WDA-30 User Manual...

  • Page 60: Troubleshooting

    Windows XP/2000 users - Go to Start, right-click My Computer ™ ® Computer and select Manage. Click on Device Manager in and select Properties. Select the Hardware Tab and then click the left-hand side. Device Manager. D-Link WDA-30 User Manual...
  • Page 61 Section 5 - Troubleshooting Click the + sign next to Network Adapters. Right-click on D-Link WDA- 2320 Cardbus Adapter. Select Properties to check that the drivers are installed properly. Look under Device Status to check that the device is working properly.
  • Page 62 WDA-30. • Refresh the WDA-30 Utility 3. The WDA-2320 Power and Link lights are not on. • Check to see if the WDA-30 desktop adapter is firmly inserted into the PCI slot of your laptop computer. 4. I forgot my encryption key.
  • Page 63 Windows directory. Note: Windows XP and Windows 000 will rename .inf files that have not received WHQL certification into oem.inf files (e.g., oem1.inf.) 6. The computer with the WDA-2320 installed is unable to connect to the wireless network and/or the Internet. •...
  • Page 64 Section 5 - Troubleshooting • 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. • Check that the Network Connection for the wireless client is configured properly. Select AP (Infrastructure) when connecting to an access point.

  • Page 65: 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 66 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 67 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 68 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 69: Wireless Modes

    • Infrastructure – All wireless clients will connect to an access point or wireless router. 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. D-Link WDA-30 User Manual...

  • Page 70: 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 71: Statically Assign An Ip Address

    2000 – From the desktop, right-click My Network Places > Properties. ® • Right-click on the Local Area Connection which represents your D-Link wireless network adapter (or other adapter) which will be connected to your router. • Highlight Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and click Properties.

  • Page 72: Windows Vista ™ Users

    • Click on Start > Control Panel. Make sure you are in Classic View. Double-click on the Network and Sharing Center icon. Along the left panel in the window, click on Manage network connections. • 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 73: Technical Specifications

    .4GHz to .46GHz Transmitter Output Power 15dBm ± dB Wireless Signal Range* • Indoors: Up to 38 feet (100 meters) External Antenna Type • Outdoors: Up to 1,31 feet (400 meters) Dipole with detachable reverse SMA connector D-Link WDA-30 User Manual...
  • Page 74 * Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 80.11g 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 WDA-30 User Manual...

  • Page 75: 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 76: Warranty

    Warranty Period or ninety (90) days, whichever is longer, and is subject to the same limitations and exclusions. If a material defect is incapable of correction, or if D-Link determines that it is not practical to repair or replace the defective Hardware, the actual 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 77 Software Warranty Period, the magnetic media on which D-Link delivers the Software will be free of physical defects. The customer’s sole and exclusive remedy and the entire liability of D-Link and its suppliers under this Limited Warranty will be, at D-Link’s option, to replace the non-conforming Software (or defective media) with software that substantially conforms to D-Link’s functional specifications for the Software or to refund...
  • Page 78 • The customer is responsible for all in-bound shipping charges to D-Link. No Cash on Delivery (“COD”) is allowed. Products sent COD will either be rejected by D-Link or become the property of D-Link. Products shall be fully insured by the customer and shipped to D- Link Systems, Inc., 17595 Mt.

  • Page 79: 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 80 (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and () this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. For detailed warranty information applicable to products purchased outside the United States, please contact the corresponding local D-Link office. D-Link WDA-30 User Manual...

  • Page 81: 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 1.1 04/01/008 D-Link WDA-30 User Manual...

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