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1. 34 section 4 Security Configure WPA WPA2 Using the D Link Utility WPA and WPA2 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 i corner of screen Click on New to create a new profile or highlight an existing profileandclick Modify mene TC rman Ca select WPA WPA2 under Set Security Option and then select TKIP or AES vanene r Click on Advanced Config to continue H J oe Next to EAP Type select EAP TLS EAP TTLS or PEAP Extensible Authentication Protocols allow devices on the network to request authentication from the RADIUS ee leas E server in the network All the devices on the network must use the same EAP type when using a RADIUS server for authentication Some RADIUS servers require that es a the Validate Server field be selected Check this field if your RADIUS server requires _O ase Seve certea validation Uzer Name c Select an User Certificate from the drop down menu Enter the login information required to authenticate Click Add to enter the IP address es of your RADIUS servers Reso OK Cancel Click OK to save your settings D Link DWA 110 User Manual 39 section 4 Security Configure 802 1x Using the D Link Utility 802 1x is for advanced users who are familiar with using a RADIUS server and settin2. scciasisisinstiexy saves snus vorsceoinaisnctnescenevuneneresiteves 26 Configure WEP uu ccc ec cece ceeeeecseeeseseseeeeeeesseeeneees 21 Using the D Link Utility ee eeesere eres 21 Using the Windows XP Utility n 29 Configure WPA WPA2 PaSsphrase occ 31 Using the D Link Utility eee eee 31 Using the Windows XP Utility n 33 Configure WPA WPA2 ieee 35 Using the D Link Utility cee eeereenes 35 Configure 802 1X veces ceccceeeeesecseeeeseeseeeeeseeseneeeseas 36 Using the D Link Utility eee eeeeeees 36 Troubleshooting eisicaieccwseieiiwcatescaniionecaivaewarlacndeiis 37 WWIFCIOSS BASICS cwccct vc anveenasstseveserieessnteeeauverneectens 41 Networking Basics ccccccceeeueccceeeceeecueuuuseeeeees 46 Check your IP address 46 Statically Assign an IP address 47 Technical Specifications ccccccceeeeeseeeeaeeeees 48 2 Section 1 Product Overview Package Contents e D Link DWA 110 2 4GHz Wireless G USB 2 0 Adapter e Manual Software and Warranty on CD e Cradle system Requirements e A computer or laptop with an available USB 2 0 port e Windows 2000 XP Vista 98SE or Me e At least 64MB of memory and a 500MHZz processor e Properly installed and working USB Controller D Link DWA 110 User Manual Section 1 Product Overview Introduction D Link the industry pioneer in wireless networking introduces the DWA 110 Wireless USB Adapter part of the Wireless G family of 802 119 wireless
3. 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 Double click on the WLAN icon in the taskbar The Link Info screen will display the SSID setting e 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 This prevents several clients from trying to establish a BSS at the same time which can result in multiple singular BSSs being established rather than a single BSS with multiple clients associated to it Check that the Network Connection for the wireless client is configured properly Select AP Infrastructure when connecting to an access point and select Ad Hoc mode when connecting without an access point Double click on the WLAN icon in the taskbar gt D Link DWA 110 User Manual 39 section 5 Troubleshooting 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 110 and the access point Double click on the WLAN icon in the taskbar gt click Eneryption Check to see that the key selected is set to the same key as other devices on the network D Link DWA 110 User Manual 40 Appendix A Wireless Basics
4. L tan i OLan H3 i 2 Sat Security Tie reat pa an A be reel bi oh Gated Bey ence phon Please enter the encrston hey ariya to the PPG Dropin Ray bieran Complete Teip his Finesheed niring D Link Wiass G aA T10 A p Orga E O Fh 14 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 XP Zero Configuration Utility D Link Configuration Utility The D Link DWA 110 uses the Configuration Utility as the management software The utility provides the user an easy interface to change any settings related to the wireless adapter After you have completed the installation of the DWA 110 and whenever you start the computer the Configuration Utility starts automatically and the system tray icon is loaded in the toolbar Clicking on the utility icon zl will start the Configuration Utility If you are using Windows XP please skip to page 22 D Link DWA 110 User Manual 15 section 3 Configuration Wireless Networks The Wireless Networks Site Survey page will display all wireless networks that are available in your area To connect to a network simply highlight the wireless network SSID and click Connect SSID The SSID Service Set Identifier is the name of the wireless network B D Link Wireless Connection Manager D Link 0 0 0 0 MAC Displays the MAC address of the wireless device Sign
5. Wireless or Wi Fi technology is another way of connecting your computer to the network without using wires Wi Fi uses radio frequency to connect wirelessly so you have the freedom to connect computers anywhere in your home or office network 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 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 But wireless technology has restrictions as to how you can access the network You must be within the wireless network range area to be able to connect your computer There are two different types of wireless networks Wireless Local Area Network WLAN and Wireless Personal Area Network WPAN Wireless Local Area Network WLAN In a wireless local area network a device called an Access Point AP connects computers to the network The access point has a Small antenna attached to it which allows it to transmit data back and forth over radio signals With an indoor access point as seen in the picture the signal can travel up to 300 feet With an outdoor access point the signal can reach out up to 30 miles to serve places like manufacturing plants industrial locations college and high school campuses airports
6. derived from IEEE Standard 802 119 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 Compatible with USB 1 1 port If used with 1 1 port throughput may be diminished D Link DWA 110 User Manual 4 Section 1 Product Overview Features e Provides maximum wireless signal rate of up to 54Mbps e Compact size for placement anywhere e Convenience of Plug amp Play installation e Fully 802 11b6 802 11g compatible e Powered by the USB port no external power source required e USB 2 0 standard e Better Security with 802 1x and WPA WPA2 In addition to 64 bit and 128 bit WEP encryption you can also securely connect to a wireless network using 802 1x for wireless authentication as well as WPA WPAZ2 Wi Fi Protected Access providing you a much higher level of security for your data and communication than has previously been available e Optimal wireless reception using its cradle included Position the DWA 110 almost anywhere in your workspace to achieve the best reception possible e Supports Infrastructure networks via an access point and Peer to Peer communication in Ad Hoc mode e User friendly configuration and diagnostic utilities Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IE
7. golf courses and many other outdoor venues D Link DWA 110 User Manual 42 Appendix A Wireless Basics Wireless Personal Area Network WPAN Bluetooth is the industry standard wireless technology used for WPAN Bluetooth devices in WPAN operate in a range up to 30 feet away Compared to WLAN the speed and wireless operation range are both less than WLAN but in return it doesn t use nearly as much power which makes it ideal for personal devices such as mobile phones PDAs headphones laptops speakers and other devices that operate on batteries 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 e Gives everyone at home broadband access e Surf the web check email instant message and etc e Gets rid of the cables around the house e Simple and easy to use Small Office and Home Office eStay on top of everything at home as you would at office e Remotely access your office network from home e Share Internet connection and printer with multiple computers e No need to dedicate office space D Link DWA 110 User Manual 43 Appendix A Wireless Basics Where is wireless used Wireless technology is expanding everywhere not just at home or office People like the freedom of mobility and it s becoming so popular that more and more public facilities now provide wireless access to attract
8. key also called a WEP key or WPA key A network key helps prevent unknown intruders from connecting to this network Type the key and then click Connect 30 section 4 Security Configure WPA WPA2 Passphrase Using the D Link Utility It is recommended to enable WPA PSK on your wireless router or access point before configuring your wireless adapter If you are joining an existing network you will need to know the WPA PSK passphrase being used 1 Open the Wireless Utility by double clicking on the D Link icon in your system tray lower right corner of screen This network avalon requires a network key Passphrase 2 Highlight the wireless network SSID you would like to connect to and click Connect If the network is using WPA PSK the screen as shown to the left will appear 3 Enter the WPA PSK passphrase exactly as it is on your wireless router ok Cancel or access point Click the Show text in the password field box to see the passphrase Unchecking it will hide it 4 Click OK to connect to the network Allow up to 30 seconds to connect If you would like to create a new network and enter the WEP settings refer to the next page D Link DWA 110 User Manual 31 section 4 Security It is recommended to enable WPA PSK on your wireless router or access point before configuring your wireless adapter Make sure you enter the passphrase exactly the same on all wireless devices 1 Open the Wireless Utili
9. move fram ane lacatioan te D Link DWA 110 User Manual 20 section 3 Configuration About The About screen gives you information about the Firmware GESIT x and Utility Versions of the DWA 110 Driver Version 5200 27 Lhilty wersion 1 00 MAC Address 00 0F 30 85 9E 06 ok D Link DWA 110 User Manual 21 section 3 Configuration Windows XP Configuration Utility Windows XP Vista users may use the built in wireless utility The following instructions are for Service Pack 2 users If you are using Windows 2000 you must use the D Link utility Please refer to page 15 If you receive the Wireless Networks Detected bubble click on the center of the bubble to access the utility Right click on the wireless computer icon in your system tray lower right corner next to the time Select View Available Wireless Networks The utility will display any available wireless networks in your area Click on a network and click the Connect button Refer to the Wireless Security section for information on connecting to a secure network If you want to use the D Link utility instead of the Windows XP wireless utility refer to the next page D Link DWA 110 User Manual k Wireless networks detected One or more wireless networks are in range of this computer To see the list and connect click this message Change Windows Firewall settings Open Network Connections Repair View Available Wireless Ne
10. networking devices Using the DWA 110 Wireless USB Adapter you can now enable 802 119 wireless connectivity for your PC using the convenience and speed of a USB 2 0 interface Featuring the latest in wireless technology the DWA 110 delivers incredibly fast performance and industrywide compatibility By adhering to the 802 119 wireless standard the DWA 110 is capable of streaming video and transferring large files across a wireless network The DWA 110 Wireless USB Adapter includes an easy to use configuration that discovers available wireless networks wherever you go The utility can also create detailed connectivity profiles to save your most frequently used networks You can also enable support for WPA and 802 1x for better data encryption and user authentication The DWA 110 is a Wireless USB 2 0 adapter that installs quickly and easily into any desktop or laptop PC with an available USB port You can simply plug in the DWA 110 to enjoy the freedom of wireless networking When used with other D Link Wireless G products in their default configuration the DWA 110 automatically discovers and connects to the wireless network Like all other D Link wireless adapters the DWA 110 Wireless USB Adapter can be used in peer to peer mode ad hoc to directly connect to other 802 11b g wirelessly enabled computers for direct file sharing or in client mode infrastructure to connect with wireless access points or routers Maximum wireless signal rate
11. or ASCII American Standard Code for Information Interchange alphanumeric characters format ASCII format is provided so you can enter a string that is easier to remember The ASCII string is converted to HEX for use over the network Four keys can be defined so that you can change keys easily D Link DWA 110 User Manual 25 section 4 Security What is WPA WPA or Wi Fi Protected Access is a Wi Fi standard that was designed to improve the security features of WEP Wired Equivalent Privacy The 2 major improvements over WEP e Improved data encryption through the Temporal Key Integrity Protocol TKIP TKIP scrambles the keys using a hashing algorithm and by adding an integrity checking feature ensures that the keys haven t been tampered with WPA2 is based on 802 11i and uses Advanced Encryption Standard instead of TKIP e User authentication which is generally missing in WEP through the extensible authentication protocol EAP WEP regulates access to a wireless network based on a computer s hardware specific MAC address which is relatively simple to be sniffed out and stolen EAP is built on a more secure public key encryption system to ensure that only authorized network users can access the network WPA PSK WPA2 PSK uses a passphrase or key to authenticate your wireless connection The key is an alpha numeric password between 8 and 63 characters long The password can include symbols amp _ and spaces This key must be
12. EE Standard 802 119 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 Using a USB 1 1 port will adversely affect throughput D Link DWA 110 User Manual Section 1 Product Overview Hardware Overview ACT A blinking light indicates transmission of data USB Port Used to connect the DWA 110 to your computer D Link DWA 110 User Manual Section 2 Installation Installation This section will walk you through the installation process If you have a built in wireless adapter please disable it in device manager before installing your D Link adapter Also if you have previously installed another wireless adapter please make sure any software is uninstalled Getting Started Before installing your new D Link wireless adapter please verify the following e Remove any previous installations of wireless adapters e Disable any built in wireless adapters e Verify the settings such as the SSID and security settings of the network s you want to connect to Remove Existing Installations lf 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 w
13. Manual 10 Section 2 Installation Software Installation Turn on the computer and Insert the D Link DWA 110 Driver CD in the CD ROM drive The step by step instructions that follow are shown in Windows XP The steps and screens are similar for the other Windows operating systems Note Do NOT install the DWA 110 Wireless G USB Adapter into your computer before installing the driver software from the D Link CD WIRELESS G USB ADAPTER Click Install Drivers lf the CD Autorun function does not automatically start on your computer type D Drivers setup exe If it does start proceed to the next screen 116 D Link DWA 110 User Manual 11 Section 2 Installation The InstallShield Wizard window will appear Click Next to continue By default setup will install to the default location C Program Files Wireless G DWA 110 where C represents the drive letter of your hard drive To install to a different location click Browse and specify the location Click Next Select the Program Files folder location Click Next to continue D Link DWA 110 User Manual Welcome o che mH Winard for wt 110 Fhe Wiad all cde thee MAAT T ee eee GL bt Gi po Gopi To Sori cki Ham e E ee Ths rraian Wa lll aril aba a L i het a To rti a hai Bakia ciek Het Titi areal a a ra lar chek Bape pnd elect another Inki 12 Section 2 Installation Insert the adapter into an available USB port on your computer Opt
14. S139 810x Fi E PCMCIA adapters Uninstall a Processors Sound video and game contr 2 System devices Properties Universal Serial Bus controllers Scan for hardware changes Disables the selected device D Link DWA 110 User Manual 8 Section 2 Installation Broadcom 802 11b g WLAN Cl IC k Ye S to d IS ab e th e ad d pte r A Disabling this dewice will cause it to stop functioning Do you really want to disable it Lo Devior Manag ie ca Arnon Peat seo ETERS T W ieme yt aa zi Egi Lie or es a id Leapeay Sees OVO COON dres 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 110 User Manual Section 2 Installation Wireless Installation Considerations The D Link wireless adapter lets you access your network using a wireless connection from virtually anywhere within the operating range of your wireless network 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 The key to maximizing wireless range is to follow these basic guidelines 1 Keep the number of walls and ceilings between th
15. USER MANUAL DWA 110 VERSION 1 0 WIRELESS Table of Contents Table of Contents Product Overview biicccdveweccdesteeavsendehonsaiuddsiadedcseteaes 3 Package Contents cccccccsccccsessesecsseeessesseeseeessaeeess 3 System Requirements ou cece cece eeeseeseeeeseeseeeeeeeeeees 3 EO CUCU O We cariene Ye tetdctueusastutl ite 4 Foa sate sectyetepee eaten d Aeneas O 9 Hardware Overview eeseesssserreesererrrrssserrrnrrserrrrrren 6 Stalla UOM enni 7 Getting Started oo ccc eseesccseeeeeseesseeeseessseeeneeeeees 7 Remove Existing Installations nnen Disable Other Wireless AdapterS cccccseeeeeees 8 Wireless Installation Considerations 10 Software Installation ccc eceesessseeeeeesesssneeeeeens 11 CONMGUL AT O Wiss sccccdccuoses vanscatnenaacacsasteavieesavatastineres 15 D Link Configuration Utility wo sees 15 Wireless Networks serrr 16 My Wireless Networks ccccccscccccccccesssseeseeeeeseeeeens 17 AUA FOU G sac cies cusp cereasbessensactstesca aE ARTN 18 Modify Profile a 19 SUDDO enan a anceptoesscedaate macsitesaeee aga taeecate 20 PUD OU riche caccisdet ari tet eareacs setsanidiacinn vacindetinnsi Sieg aad 21 Windows XP Configuration Utility 22 Disabling The Windows XP Utility 23 Wireless Security c ccccceccesenceeccesecceueccuseauneenes 25 D Link DWA 110 User Manual What IS WEP vaccsvvasssnndnccnrdusesawepeadesncnsesiweceueticnvanteevon tens 25 What is WPA
16. Wha Fine Akr fae WH p ro pE rly fo Pete OOM eLUPT D o Pree cscs WE E Sour video and same oorirakers a D Link Wireless G DWA 110 USB Adapter Properties a General Advanced Driver Details Look under Device Status to check that the device is e a al working properly Click OK to continue ee ee Manufacturer D Link Location Location 0 USB Device Device status This device is working properly IF you are having probleme with this device click Troubleshoot to start the troaubleshooter Device usage Use this device enable g D Link DWA 110 User Manual section 5 Troubleshooting 2 The computer does not recognize the DWA 110 Wireless Adapter Make sure that the DWA 110 Wireless Adapter is properly seated in the computer s USB slot If Windows does not detect the hardware upon insertion of the adapter make sure to completely remove drivers that were previously loaded 3 The computer with the DWA 110 installed is unable to connect to the wireless network and or the Internet e Check that the LED indicators for the broadband modem are indicating normal activity If not there may be a problem with the broadband connection e Check that the LED indicators on the wireless router are functioning properly If not check that the AC power and Ethernet cables are firmly connected e Check that the IP Address subnet mask gateway and DNS settings are correctly entered for the network e n
17. 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 A wireless local area network WLAN is a cellular computer network that transmits and receives data with radio signals instead of wires Wireless LANs are used increasingly in both home and office environments and public areas such as airports coffee shops and universities Innovative ways to utilize WLAN technology are helping people to work and communicate more efficiently Increased mobility and the absence of cabling and other fixed infrastructure have proven to be beneficial for many users Wireless users can use the same applications they use on a wired network Wireless adapter cards used on laptop and desktop systems support the same protocols as Ethernet adapter cards Under many circumstances it may be desirable for mobile network devices to link to a conventional Ethernet LAN in order to use servers printers or an Internet connection supplied through the wired LAN A Wireless Router is a device used to provide this link D Link DWA 110 User Manual 4 Appendix A Wireless Basics What is Wireless
18. al Displays the Link Quality of the wireless wv WIRELESS NETWORKS connection tis D A oe 00 13 46 90 54 73 00 1 3 46 90 54 4F O0 0F 30 03 03 EC 00 19 56 09 04 06 00 50 19 00 0F 01 00 50 19 52 46 26 Security If there is a lock icon this means the wireless network is secure You must know the encryption key security settings to connect 1 804v Neo e default e b24 tinah Channel Displays the channel of the wireless network Refresh Button Connect Button Active Button Rescans for available wireless networks in your area Highlight a wireless network and click the Connect button If the network is secure a pop up window will appear Enter the security information 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 D Link DWA 110 User Manual e Dl 624C3 Ayan DIBZ402GREBOOTTEST DIRES5SA1TEST O SASUPATTEST My Wireless Networks D Link D Link 00 17 94 2484 F0 00 30 46 CD 44 01 00 17 94 0205 78 00 19 56 58 4F 59 00 00 38 48 2E 1E 00 15 69 76 05 48 00 19 58 02 65 70 00 1 3 46 66 03 08 l Refresh Connect Actyate section 3 Configuration My Wireless Networks The My Wireless Networks page will allow you to create edit and delete wireless network profiles Every time you connect
19. e 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 Be aware of the direct line between network devices A wall that is 1 5 feet thick 5 meters at a 45 degree angle appears to be almost 3 feet 1 meter thick At a 2 degree angle it looks over 42 feet 14 meters thick Position devices so that the signal will travel straight through a wall or ceiling instead of at an angle for better reception Building Materials make a difference A solid metal door or aluminum studs may have a negative effect on range Try to position access points wireless routers and computers so that the signal passes through drywall or open doorways Materials and objects such as glass steel metal walls with insulation water fish tanks mirrors file cabinets brick and concrete will degrade your wireless signal Keep your product away at least 3 6 feet or 1 2 meters from electrical devices or appliances that generate RF noise lf you are using 2 4GHz cordless phones or X 10 wireless products such as ceiling fans lights and home security systems your wireless connection may degrade dramatically or drop completely Make sure your 2 4GHz phone base is as far away from your wireless devices as possible The base transmits a signal even if the phone in not in use D Link DWA 110 User
20. ect Ad Hoc hd WEP C WPA AS Passphrase Set Security Select the type of security used Please refer to the l COPA Wireless Security section for more information f 802 1 OK Button Click OK to save your settings ke ene CK Cancel D Link DWA 110 User Manual 18 section 3 Configuration Modify Profile You may edit an existing profile by clicking the Modify button from the My Wireless Networks page Profile Name Enter a name for your profile e g Home Office Coffee Shop Basic Settings SSID Displays the SSID of the network Profile Mame Mew Profile SSID mySsID Network Type Displays the network type Metywvork Type f Infrastructure O Adhoc Set Security Select the type of security used Please refer to the Set Security Option None Security Wireless Security section for more information O WEP C WPAP AS Passphrase OK Button Click OK to save your settings Co YEA WP A2 f 802 1 f Mone CK Cancel D Link DWA 110 User Manual 19 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 defautt My Wireless Metyyork default Mew My Wireless Networks tab What is a My Wireless Network profile Profile Details Metwork Mame Network Type My VWireless Networks Security profiles are settings that allow you mobile users ta
21. eral Wireless Networks Advanced In the Wireless Network Connection Properties window uncheck Use Windows to configure my wireless network settings EETA and then cl ick 0 K To connect to disconnect from or find out more information about wireless networks in range click the button below View Wireless Networks Prefered networks Leam about setting up wireless network configuration D Link DWA 110 User Manual 24 section 4 Security Wireless Security This section will show you the different levels of security you can use to protect your data from intruders The DWA 110 offers the following types of security e WPA2 Wi Fi Protected Access 2 e WPA2 PSK Pre Shared Key e WPA Wi Fi Protected Access e WPA PSK Pre Shared Key e WEP Wired Equivalent Privacy What is WEP WEP stands for Wired Equivalent Privacy It is based on the IEEE 802 11 standard and uses the RC4 encryption algorithm WEP provides security by encrypting data over your wireless network so that it is protected as it is transmitted from one wireless device to another To gain access to a WEP network you must know the key The key is a string of characters that you create When using WEP you must determine the level of encryption The type of encryption determines the key length 128 bit encryption requires a longer key than 64 bit encryption Keys are defined by entering in a string in HEX hexadecimal using characters 0 9 A F
22. g OFDM e Complementary Code Keying CCK Receiver Sensitivity e 54Mbps OFDM 10 PER 68dBm e 48Mbps OFDM 10 PER 68dBm e 36Mbps OFDM 10 PER 75dBm e 24Mbps OFDM 10 PER 79dBm e 18Mbps OFDM 10 PER 82dBm e 12Mbps OFDM 10 PER 84dBm e 11Mbps CCK 8 PER 82dBm e 9Mbps OFDM 10 PER 87dBm e Mbps OFDM 10 PER 88dBm e 5 5Mbps CCK 8 PER 85dBm e 2Mbps QPSK 8 PER 86dBm e 1Mbps BPSK 8 PER 89dBm Transmitter Output Power 15dBm 2dB Internal Antenna Type Dual Printed Antenna Diversity Switching 48 Appendix C Technical Specifications Operating Temperature 0 C to 40 C 32 F 104 F Humidity 95 maximum non condensing Dimensions eL 8 mm e W 28mm e H 12mm Weight 0 12 Ib 55g Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 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 110 User Manual
23. g up certificates 1 Open the Wireless Utility by double clicking on the D Link icon in your system tray lower right i corner of screen Click on New to create a new profile or highlight an existing profileandclick Modify Mere Tk E ae OA Select 802 1x under Set Security Option a a Click on Advanced Config to continue w j_n Next to EAP Type select EAP TLS LEAP EAP TTLS or PEAP Extensible Authentication Protocols allow devices on the network to request authentication from pie eis H a the RADIUS server in the network All the devices on the network must use the same EAP type when using a RADIUS server for authentication Some RADIUS servers e require that the Validate Server field be selected Check this field if your RADIUS O s Sev ates server requires validation Uzer Name c Select an User Certificate from the drop down menu Enter the login information required to authenticate Click Add to enter the IP address es of your RADIUS servers _Pemove OK Cancel Click OK to save your settings D Link DWA 110 User Manual 36 section 5 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting This chapter provides solutions to problems that can occur during the installation and operation of the DWA 110 Read the following descriptions if you are having problems The examples below are illustrated in Windows XP If you have a different operating system the screenshots on your computer wil
24. ional If desired or necessary attach the cradle between the DWA 110 and your computer If the Found New Hardware Wizard appears click Cancel Click Next to continue Enter the network name SSID manually If you enter the SSID incorrectly you will automatically be brought to the site survey page Click Next to continue or click Scan to display the site survey page D Link DWA 110 User Manual Finger papm pa PaA 10min pei LISA gt een Chk New to continue if te Hes H atiran went egress oik Camir hi bec ea Ha Haane Weel al ee vah i miiasir ss Gat Cane ced ppke teila Wapeni Gorea W ad n Ure reged fia Ba ital kad be He peti ht epi at Malbec O Hem you go nat urerat have one et up you can ap Marup thes bazaar Oannect nu network Winer it d iwah O Win Hi a SCF o F yada nod bora the mame oi aa paben meheode pou can soa i i be chaira the Doan bet m 13 Section 2 Installation Click the Scan button to display a list of wireless networks site survey Click on the network name SSID and click Connect lf the wireless network you are trying to connect to is encrypted enter the WEP key or WPA PSK passphrase Click Next to continue Click Finish to continue If you are prompted to reboot your computer select Yes want to restart my computer now D Link DWA 110 User Manual Please choose your winless nebeork fom thet lisi bel I CORESSSITEST niy i EHUPAITEST
25. ith 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 Windows XP users may use the built in wireless utility for all adapters To remove any old software Windows Vista users Click Start gt Control Panel gt Program and features Windows XP users Click Start gt Control Panel gt Add or Remove Programs Windows 2000 users Click Start gt Settings gt Control Panel gt Add or Remove Programs D Link DWA 110 User Manual 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 D Device Mansper From the desktop right click on the My Computer icon and select Properties Click the Hardware tab and then click Device Manager Scroll down the list and click the sign to the left of Network Adapters Fie Action View Help e628 mi DESIGNDOCUMENT Ml Batteries F Computer Disk drives a Display adapters Right click the adapter you would like to disable and select Disable en D IDE ATA ATAPI controllers Keyboards Mice and other pointing devices g Modems a Monitors Network adapters J Broadcom 802 11b g WL s E D Link AirPlus G DWwL G63 __ Update Driver EJ Realtek RTL
26. l look similar to the following examples 1 How do know if my adapter is installed properly Go to Start gt My Computer gt Properties Select the Hardware Tab D Link DWA 110 User Manual Tomar ET peat j uN y Em Epe a reier Hire Plar Search Mare i Gee yi ee Mag hatrik Eriin 1 pd Fr Ceara hiar k Drt E Herdo eda stare PERPE dire A Fa ti Tar Wirin IF All Programs f BB al fo Shad Ceres System Propertics sprem Aeshore Automatic Updahes Gensis Compute Hame Ddd Farce Wizard The dd Harkyare Wizard helps you instal hardasa Add Hendeere Wizard Devica Manager Fede Tha Device Manager lets all the hardware devices installed an vou compte Ute he Derice Manager io change the ftoperbes of ary device Diwar Siging Device Manager Hademe Profik Hadewe pohkes provade a way for pou bo set up anid stone a dieran hardwate combiguiahans Hardware Plofiles 3 section 5 Troubleshooting EAE De Aton yem Hele Bre ef stena Click the sign next to Network Adapters 9 cote Right click on D Link DWA 110 USB Adapter S KE sa tr 1 Bee aed other poire dee i ig Perabo a IB hiari ataphers Ep Diri OF ESTE CT Peet Diere adeche rev Pe SCHL Sine a DVA 110 LG Ada E EE Intell PRO 000 HT Metra Commaction Select Properties to check that the drivers are installed mp an At 1 Bp Were Fortin fhe felt er foe Wier BE Weir
27. may block a DHCP request on newly installed adapters lf you are connecting to a wireless network at a hotspot et COWWINDOWS system3 cmd exe Microsoft Windows AP Version 5 1 2600 GC Copyright 1985 2661 Microsoft Corp G Documents and Settings ipconfig Mindows IP Configuration Ethernet adapter Local Area Connection Subnet Mask Default Gateway C Documents and Settings gt _ e g hotel coffee shop airport please contact an employee or administrator to verify their wireless network settings D Link DWA 110 User Manual 46 Appendix B Networking Basics Statically Assign an IP address If you are not using a DHCP capable gateway router or you need to assign a static IP address please follow the steps below Step 1 Windows Vista Click on Start gt Control Panel gt Network and sharing center gt manage wireless connection Windows XP Click on Start gt Control Panel gt Network Connections Windows 2000 From the desktop right click My Network Places gt Properties Step 2 Right click on the Local Area Connection which represents your D Link network adapter and select Properties Step 3 Highlight Internet Protocol TCP IP and click Properties Step 4 Click Use the following IP address and enter an IP address that is on the same subnet as your network or the LAN IP address on your router Example If the router s LAN IP address is 192 168 0 1 make your IP address 192 168 0 X whe
28. ng on the WPA or WEP security feature on the router Refer to product manual for detail information on how to set it up Wireless Modes There are basically two modes of networking e Infrastructure All wireless clients will connect to an access point or wireless router e Ad Hoc Directly connecting to another computer for peer to peer communication using wireless network adapters on each computer such as two or more DWA 110 wireless network USB adapters 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 cardbus adapters All the adapters must be in Ad Hoc mode to communicate D Link DWA 110 User Manual 45 Appendix B Networking Basics Networking Basics Check your IP address After you install your new D Link adapter by default the TCP IP settings should be set to obtain an IP address from a DHCP server i e wireless router automatically To verify your IP address please follow the steps below Click on Start gt Run In the run box type emd and click OK At the prompt type ipconfig and press Enter This will display the IP address subnet mask and the default gateway of your adapter lf the address is 0 0 0 0 check your adapter installation security settings and the settings on your router Some firewall software programs
29. outer or access point before configuring your wireless adapter make sure you enter the WEP key exactly the same on all wireless devices It is strongly recommended to set the authentication to Shared Key 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 2 select WEP under Set Security Option 3 Select Shared and then select the Key Length from the p Basie Settings drop down menu Profis Name astaat SolD defautt 4 Enter the WEP key exactly as it is on your wireless router or access Network Type infrastructure Adhoc point Set Security Option Wired Equivalent Privacy vveEP fe WEP f Open f Shared o Click OK to connect to the network Allow up to 30 seconds tO C wpampazpassphrase Key connect Aeneas fee 8021x Key Length Key Index 64 bits 40 24 10 Hexadeci E Show text in the password field OK Cancel f None D Link DWA 110 User Manual 20 section 4 Security Configure WEP Using the Windows XP Utility lt is recommended to enable WEP on your wireless router or access point before configuring your wireless adapter If you are joining an existing network you will need to know the WEP key being used 1 Open the Window
30. people 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 Wireless network is easy to setup but if you re installing it for the first time it could be quite a task not knowing where to start That s why we ve put together a few setup steps and tips to help you through the process of setting up a wireless network Tips Here are a few things to keep in mind when you install a wireless network Centralize your router or Access Point Make sure you place the router access point in a centralized location within your network for the best performance Try to place the router access point as high as possible in the room so the signal gets dispersed throughout your home If you have a two story home you may need a repeater to boost the signal to extend the range Eliminate Interference Place home appliances such as cordless telephones microwaves and televisions as far away as possible from the router access point This would significantly reduce any interference that the appliances might cause since they operate on same frequency D Link DWA 110 User Manual 44 Appendix A Wireless Basics Security Don t let you next door neighbors or intruders connect to your wireless network Secure your wireless network by turni
31. re X is a number between 2 and 99 Make sure that the number you choose is not in use on the network Set Default Gateway the same as the LAN IP address of your router 192 168 0 1 Tou car gel OF istinga aaiagrend dulia fl scar rhat cuneate Fis ig need bo sk ppu revekas foe Dhar an F adden alias Uer Gren hkra I a Set Primary DNS the same as the LAN IP address of your router 192 168 0 1 The Secondary saa mers a DNS is not needed or you may enter a DNS server from your ISP W Usp tee holler DHS serrar adiens Fretened UNS pene 1 160 Step 5 Click OK twice to save your settings Abem GAS oras rT a oo J Cone D Link DWA 110 User Manual 4 Appendix C Technical Specifications Technical Specifications Standards e IEEE 802 11b e IEEE 802 119 Bus Type USB 2 0 Wireless Signal Rates e 54Mbps e 48Mbps e 36Mbps e 24Mbps e 18Mbps e 12Mbps e 1Mbps e 9Mbps e 6Mbps e 5 5Mbps e 2Mbps e 1Mbps Security e WPA WPA2 Wi Fi Protected Access TKIP MIC IV Expansion Shared Key Authentication e 802 1x e 64 128 bit WEP Media Access Control CSMA CA with ACK Frequency Range 2 4GHz to 2 462GHz Wireless Signal Range e Indoors Up to 328 feet 100 meters e Outdoors Up to 1 312 feet 400 meters D Link DWA 110 User Manual Power Consumption e PowerSave mode 28mA e Standby mode 4 66mA e Transmit mode 248mA Modulation Technology e Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexin
32. rks Network Tasks 7 Refresh network list lt 3 Set up a wireless network for a home or small office Related Tasks i Learn about wireless ae orking g Change the order of preferred networks Y Change advanced settings i Wireless Network Connection 6 Choose a wireless network Click an item in the list below to connect to a wireless network in range or to get more information Test a F all Unsecured wireless network default L al Unsecured wireless network A he salestest Security enabled wireless network aall J testi W Security enabled wireless network This network requires a network key If you want to connect to this network dick Connect DGL 4300 af Connect 33 section 4 Security 3 The Wireless Network Connection box will appear Enter the WPA PSK passphrase and click Connect It may take 20 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 DWA 110 User Manual Wireless Network Connection The network testl requires a network key also called a WEP key or WPA key A network key helps prevent unknown intruders from connecting to this network Type the key and then click Connect Network key Ped Po Connect Cancel
33. s XP Wireless Utility by right clicking Change Windows Firewall settings on the wireless computer icon in your system tray __Open Network Connections lower right corner of screen Select View Available Wireless Repair Networks Yiew Available Wireless Networks i Wireless Network Connection 6 network Tari _ Choose a wireless network 7 Refresh network list in the list below to connect to a wireless network in range or to get more 2 Rithonecrantorees CQ s on Unsecured wireless network alll 2 Highlight the wireless network SSID you would like to Related Tasks p ee 7 connect to and click Connect Ap Leam about wireless Unsecured wireless network ail salestest if Security enabled wireless network alll J testi sig Change the order of preferred networks G Change advanced ttings ip Security enabled wireless network af il This network requires a network key If you want to connect to this network dick Connect DGL 4300 n amp D Link DWA 110 User Manual 29 section 4 Security 3 The Wireless Network Connection box will appear Enter the WEP key and click Connect It may take 20 30 seconds to connect to the wireless network If the connection fails please verify that the WEP settings are correct The WEP key must be exactly the same as on the wireless router or access point D Link DWA 110 User Manual Wireless Network Connection The network testl requires a network
34. the exact same key entered on your wireless router or access point WPA WPA2 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 110 User Manual 26 section 4 Security Configure WEP Using the D Link Utility lt is recommended to enable WEP on your wireless router or access point before configuring your wireless adapter If you are joining an existing network you will need to know the WEP key being used 1 Open the Wireless Utility by double clicking on the D Link icon in your system tray lower right corner of screen From the list of available wireless networks select the network you want to connect to and click Connect If the network is using WEP the screen as shown to the left will appear ker E Show text in the password field This network gamdal requires a network key OMEP Keyj 2 Enter the WEP key exactly as it is on your wireless router or access point OK Cancel 3 Click the Show text in the password field box to see the WEP key Unchecking it will hide the key 4 Click OK to connect to the network Allow up to 30 seconds to connect If you would like to create a new network and enter the WEP settings refer to the next page D Link DWA 110 User Manual 21 section 4 Security lt is recommended to enable WEP on your wireless r
35. to a network using the Wireless Networks page a profile will automatically be created New Button Click New to create a new wireless network profile TAMS D E refer to page 18 E oe 169 254 57 3 Modify Click Modify to edit a current profile refer to page 19 wano A GE MY WIRELESS NETWORKS EI Delete Click Delete to remove a profile My Wireless Networks New Modify Delete Activate Active 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 or Ad Hoc and if the network is secured Profile Details Network Name D Link Network Type Infrastructure Security one D Link DWA 110 User Manual 17 section 3 Configuration Add Profile You may add a new network by clicking the New button from the My Wireless Networks page Profile Name Enter a name for your profile e g Home Office Coffee Shop Basic Settings SSID Enter the SSID of the wireless network Profile Mame Mew Profile SSID mySsID Network Type Select the network type If you are connecting Metywvork Type f Infrastructure O Adhoc to a wireless router or access point select Infrastructure If you are connecting to another Set Security Option None Security wireless client such as an adapter sel
36. tworks Choose a wireless network Cki om ee on Ta hl ee i Cee ees fete nie oF SS pel ore ee Loa A g g go Teal ee ree Peer ariuh La ber ia r tiir rst N Seed e Sete 22 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 In the Choose a Wireless Network window click Change Advanced Settings on the left side below Related Tasks D Link DWA 110 User Manual Change Windows Firewall settings Open Network Connections Repair Hetweork Taks T fief reamh bet ee a iiei ek for o Peete ct al office fielated Tanks ij Lina abel wees it Change the order of melee petri P Change advanced riba View Available Wireless Networks Ko DGL 400 Wireless Neo Connection h R Choose a wireless network Cis or Ber in the let below io conm ct a EE nebecrk im raege a ts get mere erg Tees Teall a a h g s j eai netecrtt all hrii recur ora ramt ce wil ealeadesl U Securit panabied vrai netics all i teat EL Ei Gaiph Tei ha hetek peen a netet iry nebek dick Connect 23 section 3 Configuration Wireless Network Connection 6 Properties fx Gen
37. ty 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 2 Select WPA WPA2 Passphrase under Set Security Option Basic Settings 3 Select TKIP or AES profleName ana U UUU SSI defaut 4 Enter the passphrase exactly as it is on your wireless router or Network Type Infrastructure Adhoc ACCESS point Set Security Option Passphrase Settings f WEP e TKIP f AES Click OK to connect to the network Allow up to 30 seconds tO pampas passphrase key connect O WPAMPA2 C 802 1 f Mone Show text in the password field OK Cancel D Link DWA 110 User Manual 32 section 4 Security Configure WPA WPA2 Passphrase Using the Windows XP Utility It is recommended to enable WPA PSK on your wireless router or access point before configuring your wireless adapter If you are joining an existing network you will need to know the WPA PSK key being used 1 Open the Windows 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 DWA 110 User Manual Change Windows Firewall settings Open Network Connections Repair View Available Wireless Netwo
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