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D-Link (DWL-G520M) 802.11g/b (DWLG520M) Wireless Adapter

1. Syslem Propertics System Ashore beneial Oda Haidas Wizard The Add Hardware Wizard helps you install hardware Add Hardware Wizard Devica Manager The Devia Manager lists all tie hadiae devices iretalled on vou computer Uee the Device Manager to change the foperies of ary devine H aedevane Profiles i gt Hardee profiles provide a sap for pou bo set up and shore ee ditean haedwaare configurations Hardee Prolia Ce D Link Systems Inc 34 DWL G520M User s Manual Troubleshooting Double click on Network Adapters Right click on D Link DWL G520M 108G MIMO Wireless Desktop Adapter Select Properties to check that the drivers are installed properly Device Manager Ferre E Batteries E Computer Se Disk drives H a Display adapters Floppy disk controllers E Floppy disk drives HE IDE ATAJATAPI controllers H keyboards H 1 Mice and other pointing devices co Moderns EH E Monitors HE Network adapters H i PCMCIA adapters ff Ports COM amp LPT Me Processors el Sound video and game controllers H System devices Universal Serial Bus controllers Device type Network adapters Manubacturer D Link Locations PCI bus 5 device 0 function 0 Device status This device i working properly IF You are having problems with this device click Troubleshoot to shart the troubleshooter Troubleshoot Use this device enable w Device usage Click OK D
2. Config Once you select WEP or WPA PSK click Config The popup windows shown on the previous pages will appear Default Key Of the four WEP keys entered select one key as the default key Network Key Enter the WEP key here Key Length Select the Key length here either 64 or 128 bits Key Format Select Hexadecimal or ASCII format OK Click OK to save the settings D Link Systems Inc 19 DWL G520M User s Manual Using the Configuration Utility About z oa a i108 3G M IMi 0 AO Tech nology Wirele ss Utility Adapter Information MAC Address 00 03 F BE F1 40 Utility Version Oriver Version About The About screen displays the MAC address Utility version and the Driver version of the DWL G520M D Link Systems Inc 20 Networking Basics Using the Network Setup Wizard in Windows XP In this section you will learn how to establish a network at home or work using Microsoft Windows XP Note Please refer to websites such as http www homenethelp com and http www microsoft com windows2000 for information about networking computers using Windows 2000 Go to Start gt Control Panel gt Network Connections Select Set up a home or small office network Network Setup Wizard Welcome to the Network Setup Wizard This wizard will help you setup this computer to run on your network With a network you car Share an Internet connection Set up Internet Connection Firewall Share
3. D Link Building Networks for People DWL G520M User s Manual Table of Contents Table of Contents TADEO CONIC ES eae eee meee eee ee Penne ee eee eee eee 2 Package 60 2 tose ee ee ee ee eae 3 MO GUCION e E E E E E 4 OCU S ANG DOI GI MS eee e E EAT A EE E A doneaseconctioasereanne a VIE IESS DaS OS einar E e E E E a ioaeeens 6 Installation CONSIDEratiONS cceccescceseesseeseesseesseesseesseessteseescsessatecstecsteeatens 8 Getting Started ane nee On evr eee ee 9 Using the Configuration Utility oo cs ececsesesseeseseeseseeeeeeseeneneeenens 12 ERKINI O esere rere EEE E EE E ER 13 OPIS NATO hs vs ctseonesset sateen ennienni paie Tarii nai 14 ENOO o a E E E E EEE R 15 OSUN V e E E TEAT ceee 17 NCWOTKNO BAS IOE series e E EEE E E E 21 TOUDE OUT eee E ee eee cee 34 TE GH Gal DEG IC AMONG sparran naie aS EAE EEEE ESE or CA OS SAY EET EINE EE E OIE A E E EE 39 Contacting Technical Support sassssscessesssesrsissrissriserrssrissrrrserresrreserirnsrrreenn 40 ATAN EPEE E NEA EAEE EAE AE E AE E AE tee ene 4 FO OIG El UO EAE eat eee E E E EA E A E E 45 D Link Systems Inc 2 DWL G520M User s Manual TF CKage Contents Package Contents E D Link DWL G520M 108G MIMO Wireless Desktop Adapter E Manual on CD m Printed Quick Installation Guide If any of the above items are missing please contact your reseller Minimum System Requirements A desktop computer with an available 32 bit PCI slot Windows XP 200
4. 192 168 868 580 bytes 32 time lt ims TTL 64 Ping statistics for 192 168 686 580 Packets Sent 4 Received 4 Lost BH loss Approximate round trip times in milli seconds Minimum ms Maximum Ams Average Ams F Documents and Settings lab3 gt _ Go to Start gt Run gt type cmd A window similar to this one will appear Type ping XXX XXX XXX XXX where xxx is the IP address of the wireless router or access point A good wireless connection will show four replies from the wireless router or access point as shown D Link Systems Inc 33 Troubleshooting This chapter provides solutions to problems that can occur during the installation and operation of the DWL G520M Read the following descriptions if you are having problems The examples below are illustrated in Windows XP If you have another operating system these solutions will still apply although the appearance on your computer screen may differ 1 How do check to see that the drivers for the DWL G520M are installed properly Go to Start gt My Computer gt Properties g Command Prompt Em i Op a A a M Explore eB Windows Movie Maker Search Manage eae w MSN Explorer Map Network Drive KS Pr Disconnect Network Drive Windows Media Player Show on Desktop E He Rename C Tour Windows XP N y i Se Ma ak All Programs gt Run Log Off o Shut Down Select the Hardware Tab Click Device Manager
5. Glossary 802 11b An IEEE wireless LAN specification standard that operates in 2 4 GHz frequency band and is interoperable with 802 11b standard devices 802 11g An IEEE wireless LAN specification standard that operates in 2 4 GHz frequency band and is interoperable with 802 119 standard devices Access Point A device that creates wireless signal to allow users to connect wirelessly in a wired network Bridge Connects any wired Ethernet device to a wireless network Broadband Fast Internet connections typically at home such as DSL and Cable that allow high bandwidth capability are considered broadband connection Cardbus Network Adapter A device that connects a laptop to the network DHCP Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol A protocol that dynamically assigns IP address to devices on the network Ethernet First generation of Ethernet transfers up to 10 Mbps Fast Ethernet the second generation transfers up to 100Mbps and Gigabit Ethernet the third generation of Ethernet transfers up to 1000Mbps Hotspots A place usually in public where you can access wireless connection to the Internet Hotspots are commonly found at airports hotels coffee shops libraries restaurants and convention centers IP Internet Protocol Address An unique number that identifies computers or devices on the network LAN Local Area Network Group of computers connected together that can share data and peripherals such as printe
6. UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS LIMITED TO THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT COVERED BY THE WARRANTY THE FOREGOING EXPRESS WRITTEN WARRANTIES AND REMEDIES ARE EXCLUSIVE AND ARE IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTIES OR REMEDIES EXPRESS IMPLIED OR STATUTORY Governing Law This Limited Warranty shall be governed by the laws of the State of California Some states do not allow exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the foregoing limitations and exclusions may not apply This limited warranty provides specific legal rights and the product owner may also have other rights which vary from state to state Trademarks D Link is a registered trademark of D Link Systems Inc Other trademarks or registered trademarks are the property of their respective manufacturers or owners Copyright Statement No part of this publication or documentation accompanying this Product may be reproduced in any form or by any means or used to make any derivative such as translation transformation or adaptation without permission from D Link Corporation D Link Systems Inc as stipulated by the United States Copyright Act of 1976 Contents are subject to change without prior notice Copyright 2002 by D Link Corporation D Link Systems Inc All rights reserved CE Mark Warning This is a Class B product In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be requ
7. and software of D Link s products will not be applied to and does not cover any refurbished product and any product D Link Systems Inc 41 DWL G520M User s Manual Warranty purchased through the inventory clearance or liquidation sale or other sales in which D Link the sellers or the liquidators expressly disclaim their warranty obligation pertaining to the product and in that case the product is being sold As Is without any warranty whatsoever including without limitation the Limited Warranty as described herein notwithstanding anything stated herein to the contrary Submitting A Claim The customer shall return the product to the original purchase point based on its return policy In case the return policy period has expired and the product is within warranty the customer shall submit a claim to D Link as outlined below 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 The original product owner must obtain a Return Material Authorization RMA number from the Authorized D Link Service Office and if requested provide written proof of purchase of the product such as a copy of the dated purchase invoice for the product before the warranty service is provided After an RMA number is issued the defective product must be packaged securely in the original or other suitable shipping
8. files and folders Share a printer To continue click Next Cancel When this screen appears click Next D Link Systems Inc 21 DWL G520M User s Manual Networking Basics Please follow all the instructions in this window Network Setup Wizard Before you continue Then complete the following steps nstall the network cards modems and cables Tum on all computers printers and external modems Connect to the Internet When you click Next the wizard will search tor a shared Internet connection on your network Click Next In the following window select the best description of your computer If your computer connects to the Internet through a router select the second option as shown Network Setup Wizard Select a connection method Select the statement that best describes this computer This computer connects directly to the Internet The other computers on my network connect to the Internet through this computer View an example This computer connects to the Internet through another computer on my network or through a residential gateway View an example Learn more about home or mall office network configurations Click Next D Link Systems Inc 22 DWL G520M User s Manual Networking Basics Enter a Computer description and a Computer name optional Network Setup Wizard Give this computer a description and name Computer des
9. foregoing requirements or that is determined by D Link not to be defective or non conforming What Is Not Covered This limited warranty provided by D Link does not cover Products if in D Link s judgment have been subjected to abuse accident alteration modification tampering negligence misuse faulty installation lack of reasonable care repair or service in any way that is not contemplated in the documentation for the product or if the model or serial number has been altered tampered with defaced or removed Initial installation installation and removal of the product for repair and shipping costs Operational adjustments covered in the operating manual for the product and normal maintenance Damage that occurs in shipment due to act of God failures due to power surge and cosmetic damage Any hardware software firmware or other products or services provided by anyone other than D Link Products that have been purchased from inventory clearance or liquidation sales or other sales in which D Link the sellers or the liquidators expressly disclaim their warranty obligation pertaining to the product Repair by anyone other than D Link or an Authorized D Link Service Office will void this Warranty Disclaimer of Other Warranties EXCEPT FOR THE LIMITED WARRANTY SPECIFIED HEREIN THE PRODUCT IS PROVIDED AS IS WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY OF ANY KIND WHATSOEVER INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY FITNESS FOR A
10. name Office Workgroup Accounting To use the Network Identification Wizard to join 4 ween domain and create a local user account click Network ID To rename this computer or join a domain click Change D Link Systems Inc 28 DWL G520M User s Manual Networking Basics Naming Your Computer In this window enter the Computer name Select Workgroup and enter the name of the Workgroup All computers on your network must have the same Workgroup name Click OK Computer Name Changes You can change the name and the membership of this computer Changes may affect access to network resources Computer name Full computer name ce Member of O Domain Workgroup Checking the IP Address in Windows XP All wireless adapter equipped computers in your network must be in the same IP address range see Getting Started in this manual for a definition of IP address range To check on the IP address of an adapter please do the following Right click on the Local Area Connection icon in the task bar Click on Status Disable Status Repair View Available Wireless Networks Open Network Connections 3305 PM D Link Systems Inc 29 DWL G520M User s Manual Networking Basics Checking the IP Address in Windows XP Click the Support tab Wireless Network Connection Status EA pae Support Internet Frotacol TCFIF Address Type Assigned by DHCP IP Address 192 168 0 114 Subnet Mas
11. package to ensure that it will not be damaged in transit and the RMA number must be prominently marked on the outside of the package Do not include any manuals or accessories in the shipping package D Link will only replace the defective portion of the Product and will not ship back any accessories 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 D Link will not be held responsible for any packages that are lost in transit to D Link The repaired or replaced packages will be shipped to the customer via UPS Ground or any common carrier selected by D Link with shipping charges prepaid Expedited shipping is available if shipping charges are prepaid by the customer and upon request Return Merchandise Ship To Address USA 17595 Mt Herrmann Fountain Valley CA 92708 Canada 2180 Winston Park Drive Oakville ON L6H 5W1 Visit http www dlink ca for detailed warranty information within Canada D Link may reject or return any product that is not packaged and shipped in strict compliance with the foregoing requirements or for which an RMA number is not visible from the outside of the package The product owner agrees to pay D Link s reasonable handling and return shipping charges for any product that is not packaged and shipped in accordance with the
12. 0 At least 64MB of memory and a 500MHz processor An 802 119 or 802 11b access point for Infrastructure mode or another 802 119 or 802 11b wireless adapter for Ad Hoc Peer to Peer networking mode D Link Systems Inc 3 DWL G520M User s Manual Introduction Introduction Connect to wireless networks at farther distances than before with D Link AirPlus Xtreme G line of products infused with Double XR 2XR Technology By combining D Link s new 2XR technology with D Link 108G technology this new Wireless Desktop Adapter offers dramatic performance improvements over standard 802 11g Based on the latest in Smart Antenna technology 2XR technology provides the DWL G520M Wireless 108G MIMO Desktop Adapter with the performance boost which delivers Xccelerated Rates at Xtended Range When paired with D Link s 2XR powered Wireless 108G MIMO Router for an end to end solution obtain up to 8x faster speeds at 8x farther coverage Have more flexibility in the placement of your desktop and still maintain a strong wireless connection Even if only your client adapter is 2XR enabled you can still experience the performance benefits of faster rates at father distances with virtually any standard 802 11g wireless router In addition the DWL G520M remains backward compatible to 802 11b As an end to end 2XR solution or even as a single ended solution D Link s 2XR technology is capable of providing exceptional wireless performance while dr
13. D 00 11 95 41 61 D4 SSID Default i Profile Name Default Ts Rate F Mbps Rescan Channel E Link Quality Signal Strength Link Quality 1004 Signal Strength 100 Receive 0 Kbps Displays the MAC address of the access point or router to which the DWL G520M is associated The Service Set Identifier is the name assigned to the wireless network The factory SSID setting is default The default setting is Auto Tx Rate settings are automatically determined for a maximum wireless signal rate of up to 54Mbps 108Mbps in Turbo mode The default setting is Auto The channel selection is automatically determined by the DWL G520M Rescans for the strongest signal with the current SSID and associates with that access point or router Displays the Link Quality of the DWL G520M s wireless connection to the access point or router Displays the signal strength and the link quality of the DWL G520M s wireless connection to the access point or router Displays the statistics of the data packets that are transmitted and received Maximum wireless signal rate 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 D Link Systems Inc 13 DWL G520M User s Manual Using the Configuration Utility Configuration
14. L G520M User s Manual Site Survey Using the Configuration Utility E DWL G520M 108G MIMO Technology Wireless Utility Available Network Refresh Connect Profile Add Remove Properties D Link Systems Inc Available Network BSS IBS3ID SSID Refresh i 00 0F 30 FA 60 C8 default i 00 80 C8 16 70 2F casabalanca Connect Profile Default Remove Properties The top section of the window displays the Available Networks Scroll up and down the list and highlight the network to which you wish to connect Click on the Connect button Click on Refresh to get the most updated list of available networks Highlight a network profile and click Connect to connect to that network In the lower half of the screen you can manage the profiles that you have created Scroll up and down and highlight the profile that you wish to configure You can Add or Remove a profile or configure the Properties of the profile in order to connect with an available network Click Add and the screen on the next page will appear Highlight a network profile click Remove to remove a network from the profile list Click to configure properties on the popup screen on the next page 17 DWL G520M User s Manual Using the Configuration Utility Site Survey Profile Configuration When you click Add Properties or Connect in the Site Survey screen this popup screen appears for configuration purposes C
15. Link Systems Inc 35 DWL G520M User s Manual Troubleshooting 2 What variables may cause my wireless products to lose reception D Link products let you access your network from virtually anywhere you want However the positioning of the products within your environment will affect the wireless range Please refer to Installation Considerations in the Wireless Basics section of this manual for further information about the most advantageous placement of your D Link wireless products 3 Why does my wireless connection keep dropping lf you are using 2 4GHz cordless phones X 10 equipment or other home security systems ceiling fans and lights your wireless connection will degrade dramatically or drop altogether Try changing the channel on your router access point and wireless adapter to a different channel to avoid interference Keep your product away at least 3 6 feet from electrical devices that generate RF noise like microwaves monitors electric motors etc 4 Why can t I get a wireless connection lf you have enabled encryption on the DWL G520M you must also enable encryption on all wireless devices in the network in order to establish a wireless connection The encryption settings are 64 128 bit Make sure that the encryption bit level is the same on the router and the DWL G520M Make sure that the SSID on the wireless router if you have one in your network and the DWL G520M are exactly the same If they
16. PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND NON INFRINGEMENT IF ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY CANNOT BE DISCLAIMED IN ANY TERRITORY WHERE A PRODUCT IS SOLD THE DURATION OF SUCH IMPLIED D Link Systems Inc 42 DWL G520M User s Manual Warranty WARRANTY SHALL BE LIMITED TO NINETY 90 DAYS EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY COVERED UNDER THE LIMITED WARRANTY PROVIDED HEREIN THE ENTIRE RISK AS TO THE QUALITY SELECTION AND PERFORMANCE OF THE PRODUCT IS WITH THE PURCHASER OF THE PRODUCT Limitation of Liability TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW D LINK IS NOT LIABLE UNDER ANY CONTRACT NEGLIGENCE STRICT LIABILITY OR OTHER LEGAL OR EQUITABLE THEORY FOR ANY LOSS OF USE OF THE PRODUCT INCONVENIENCE OR DAMAGES OF ANY CHARACTER WHETHER DIRECT SPECIAL INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF GOODWILL LOSS OF REVENUE OR PROFIT WORK STOPPAGE COMPUTER FAILURE OR MALFUNCTION FAILURE OF OTHER EQUIPMENT OR COMPUTER PROGRAMS TO WHICH D LINK S PRODUCT IS CONNECTED WITH LOSS OF INFORMATION OR DATA CONTAINED IN STORED ON OR INTEGRATED WITH ANY PRODUCT RETURNED TO D LINK 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 NON CONFORMING PRODUCT THE MAXIMUM LIABILITY OF D LINK
17. amatically reducing the number of dead spots throughout your home or office With an included configuration utility and the Installation Wizard setup for your DWL G520M is a straightforward process The utility keeps track of your most frequently accessed networks and their specific settings so joining networks is an automatic process The DWL G520M also supports the latest security features such as WPA PSK making your adapter compatible with secure wireless networks Maximum wireless signal rate 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 D Link Systems Inc 4 DWL G520M User s Manual Features and Benefits Features and Benefits Enable 802 119 Wireless Connectivity on Your Desktop PC Enhanced Wireless Performance with Double XR 2XR Technology Complete Support for WPA Quickly Join and Rejoin Networks with the D Link Utility Backward Compatible to Both Standard 802 119 and 802 11b Networks Enable wireless connectivity on your desktop computer with the DWL G520M With the performance of D Link s new line of Smart Antenna MIMO wireless products the DWL G520M delivers an unsurpassed wireless experience by boosting both speed and signal coverage Be able to place your desktop at farther distance from yo
18. are not wireless connection will not be established The default SSID is default D Link Systems Inc 36 DWL G520M User s Manual Technical Specifications Technical Specifications Standards Diagnostic LEDs Temperature Humidity Internal Antenna Type Bus Type Security Data Rates Range Media Access Control IEEE 802 119 IEEE 802 116 EEE 802 11 Power Activity Operating 0 C to 55 C 32 F to 131 F 95 maximum non condensing Diversity 32 bit PCI 64 and 128 bit WEP WPA PSK 54 48 36 24 18 11 9 6 5 5 2 1Mbps with Automatic Fallback Indoors Up to 328 feet 100 meters Outdoors Up to 1 312 feet 400 meters CSMA CA with ACK Maximum wireless signal rate 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 D Link Systems Inc 3 DWL G520M User s Manual Technical Specifications Receiver 54Mbps OFDM Sensitivity 48Mbps OFDM 36Mbps OFDM 24Mbps OFDM 18Mbps OFDM 12Mbps OFDM 11Mbps OFDM 9Mbps OFDM 6Mbps OFDM 5 5Mbps CCK 2Mbps QPSK 1Mbps BPSK Transmitter Output Power 14dBm 2dB L 6 50 inches Physical W 0 75 inches Dimensions H 4 75 inches Weight 0 12 Ib 4 49 Warranty 1 year D Link Systems Inc 38 DWL G520M User s Manual Glossary
19. cription Examples Family Room Computer or Monica s Computer Computer name Office Examples FAMILY or MONICA The curent computer name i Office Leam more about computer names and descriptions Click Next Enter a Workgroup name All computers on your network should have the same Workgroup name Network Setup Wizard Hame your network Name your network by specifying a workgroup name below All computers on Pour network should have the same workgroup name Workgroup name Examples HOME or OFFICE Click Next D Link Systems Inc 23 DWL G520M User s Manual Networking Basics Please wait while the Network Setup Wizard applies the changes Network Setup Wizard Ready to apply network settings 3 The wizard will apply the following settings This process may take a few minutes to complete and cannot be interrupted Settings Network settings Computer descriptior Mary s Computer Office Computer name Workgroup name Accounting The Shared Documents folder and any printers connected to this computer have been shared To apply these settings click Next lt a J Hew When the changes are complete click Next Please wait while the Network Setup Wizard configures the computer This may take a few minutes Network Setup Wizard Please wait R3 Please wait while the wizard configures this computer for home or small office networking This process may ta
20. ddress Network Connections e Set up a home or small office network Name Disable this network Network Tasks LAN or High Speed Internet connection Disable device Repair Bridge Connections Status Q Repair this connection Create Shortcut mij Rename this connection view status of this connection a Change settings of this connection Delete Rename Properties 3 view or change settings For this connection such as adapter protocol or modem configur start Right click on Local Area Connections or Wireless Network Connection Click on Properties D Link Systems Inc 31 DWL G520M User s Manual Networking Basics Assigning a Static IP Address in Windows XP 2000 Click on Internet Protocol TCP IP Click Properties i Local Area Connection 7 Properties fx Connect uzing EJ D Link DWL A650 This connection uses the Following items El Client for Microsott Networks File and Printer Sharing for Microsoft Networks QoS Packet Scheduler wl Internet Protocal TCP IP Install Uninstall Description Transmission Control Protocolelnternet Protocol The default Wide area network protocol that provides communication across diverse interconnected networks C Show icon in notification area when connected Input your IP address and subnet mask The IP addresses on your network must be within the same range For example if one computer has an IP addr
21. en assigning IP addresses to the computers on the network please remember that the IP address for each computer must be in the same IP address range as all the computers in the network and the subnet mask must be exactly the same for all the computers in the network For example If the first computer is assigned an IP address of 192 168 0 2 with a subnet mask of 255 255 255 0 then the second computer can be assigned an IP address of 192 168 0 3 with a subnet mask of 255 255 255 0 etc IMPORTANT If computers or other devices are assigned the same IP address one or more of the devices may not be visible on the network D Link Systems Inc 11 DWL G520M User s Manual Using the Configuration Utility Using the Configuration Utility D Link DWL G520M 108G MIMO Wireless Desktop adapter 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 DWL G520M refer to the Quick Installation Guide that came with your purchase whenever you start the computer the Configuration Utility starts automatically and the system tray icon is loaded in the toolbar see illustration below Clicking on the utility icon will start the Configuration Utility Another way to start the Configuration Utility is to click on Start gt Programs gt D Link Technology gt D Link Wireless Utility lf you are usin
22. er efficiency Low Implementation Costs WLANs are easy to set up manage change and relocate Networks that frequently change can benefit from WLANs ease of implementation WLANs can operate in locations where installation of wiring may be impractical Installation and Network Expansion Installing a WLAN system can be fast and easy and can eliminate the need to pull cable through walls and ceilings Wireless technology allows the network to go where wires cannot go even outside the home or office Inexpensive Solution Wireless network devices are as competitively priced as conventional Ethernet network devices Scalability WLANs can be configured in a variety of ways to meet the needs of specific applications and installations Configurations are easily changed and range from Peer to Peer networks suitable for a small number of users to larger Infrastructure networks to accommodate hundreds or thousands of users depending on the number of wireless devices deployed D Link Systems Inc 6 DWL G520M User s Manual Wireless Basics Standards Based Technology The DWL G520M Wireless PCI Adapter utilizes the 802 11g standard The IEEE 802 11g standard is an extension of the 802 11b standard It increases the data rate up to 54Mbps within the 2 4GHz band utilizing OFDM technology This means that in most environments within the specified range of this device you will be able to transfer large files quickly or even watch a movie i
23. ess of 192 168 0 2 the other computers should have IP addresses that are sequential like 192 168 0 3 and 192 168 0 4 The subnet mask must be the same for all the computers on the network Input your DNS server addresses Note If you are entering a DNS server you must enter the IP address of the Default Gateway The DNS server information will be supplied by your ISP Internet Service Provider Click OK D Link Systems Inc Internet Protocol TCP IP Properties A General You can get IP settings assigned automatically if your network supports this capability Otherwise you need to ask your network administrator for the appropriate IP settings Obtain an IP address automatically Use the following IP address IP address 12 beets 2 Subnet mask ooo Sead eee IO Default gateway JIbtain DNS server address automatically Use the following DNS server addresses Preferred DNS server T Alternate DNS server j 32 Checking the Wireless Connection by Pinging in Windows XP and 2000 ov F WINDOWSystem32 cmd exe Microsoft Windows HP Version 5 1 26866 LC Copyright 1985 2661 Microsoft Corp F Documents and Settings lab3 gt ping 192 168 0 5 Pinging 192 168 09 50 with 32 bytes of data Reply from 192 168 09 50 bytes 32 time lt ims TTL 64 192 168 868 568 bytes 32 time ims TIL 64 192 168 868 568 bytes 32 time lt imse TIL 64 Reply from
24. f the following modes Open Authentication the DWL G520M is visible to all devices on the network Shared Authentication allows communication only with other devices with identical WEP settings Auto the DWL G520M will automatically select the best Authentication mode for your network Config When you select WPA PSK in the Auth Mode pulldown menu click Config The popup windows shown on the following pages will appear D Link Systems Inc 15 DWL G520M User s Manual Using the Configuration Utility Encryption WPA PSK When you select WPA PSK in the Encryption window the screen below will appear Suitable for the home user WPA PSK WPA Pre Shared Key is a superior form of security that does not require a RADIUS server in the network By using TKIP Temporal Key Integrity Protocol the security keys change at set intervals creating a network that is more secure than one that utilizes WEP encryption alone Define WPA PSK Enter your WPA Passphrase The minimum length i 3 characters Cancel Define WPA PSK Enter the WPA Passphrase The key is an alpha numeric password between 8 and 63 characters long The password can include symbols amp _ and spaces All the devices on the network must share this same passphrase in order to communicate on the network OK Click OK to save the passphrase Hint The longer the key the more secure your network will be D Link Systems Inc 16 DW
25. g Windows XP you can use either the Zero Configuration Utility or the D Link Configuration Utility J Wireless Network Connection 3 Properties 25 General wireless Networks Advanced To use the D Link Configuration Utility with XP right click on the wireless network icon in the taskbar in the lower right hand corner of your computer screen In the window that appears select View bg O Available Wireless Networks and click the To ar to an available network click Configure Advanced button The screen at right will f oe newportroom v appear i newport a Retes Prefered networks Automatically connect to available networks in the order listed Select the Wireless Networks tab Uncheck the box in the properties window lasag Hemove j Properties that enables windows configuration a After you have done this you can then use the D Link Configuration Utility with XP by clicking on the D Link Configuration Utility icon o 24AN z2m Configuration Utility icon in the system tray If the icon does not display in the taskbar then click on this icon on your desktop to open D Link Systems Inc 12 DWL G520M User s Manual Status SSID Tx Rate Channel Rescan Link Quality Signal Strength Data Rate Using the Configuration Utility ve ee EJ DWL G520M 108G MIMO Technology Wireless Utility aj 11 Status Associated BSSI
26. ginal retail purchase of the Software for a period of ninety 90 days Warranty Period provided that the Software is properly installed on approved hardware and operated as contemplated in its documentation D Link further warrants that during the Warranty Period the magnetic media on which D Link delivers the Software will be free of physical defects D Link s sole obligation shall be 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 at D Link s sole discretion 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 Software will be warranted for the remainder of the original Warranty Period from the date or original retail purchase If a material non conformance is incapable of correction or if D Link determines in its sole discretion that it is not practical to replace the non conforming Software the price paid by the original licensee for the non conforming Software will be refunded by D Link provided that the non conforming Software and all copies thereof is first returned to D Link The license granted respecting any Software for which a refund is given automatically terminates Non Applicability of Warranty The Limited Warranty provided hereunder for hardware
27. ired to take adequate measures FCC Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communication However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help D Link Systems Inc 43 DWL G520M User s Manual Warranty FCC Caution Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate this equipment IMPORTANT NOTE FCC Radiation Exposure Statement This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an u
28. k 255 255 255 0 Default Gateway 192 168 0 1 Details Click Close Assigning a Static IP Address in Windows XP 2000 Note Many broadband routers will automatically assign IP addresses to the computers on the network using DHCP Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol technology If you are using a DHCP capable router you will not need to assign static IP addresses If you are not using a DHCP capable router or you need to assign a static IP address please follow these instructions Go to Start Click on Control Panel E Control Panel fe a Tour Windows F S amp S Printers and Faxes lie Files and Settings Transfer DS Wizard Help and Support w Faint fr pP Search g RUN All Programs p P Log CFF fo Turn OFF Compi ker D Link Systems Inc 30 DWL G520M User s Manual Networking Basics Assigning a Static IP Address in Windows XP 2000 Double click on Network Connections E Control Panel File Edit View Favorites Tools Help CD Back pI Search gt Folders iri Address Accessibility Options x Control Panel A Add Hardware Th add or Remove Programs Switch to Category view Administrative Tools Date and Time See Also Game Controllers Dinternet Options gyPrinters and Faxes a Regional and Language Options Network Connections File Edit view Favorites Tools Advanced Help Q Back v Bi 2 Search Rey Folders Ea A
29. ke a few minutes 3 D Link Systems Inc 24 DWL G520M User s Manual Networking Basics In the window below select the option that fits your needs In this example Create a Network Setup Disk has been selected You will run this disk on each of the computers on your network Click Next Network Setup Wizard Youre almost done SS e 9 You need to run the Network Setup Wizard once on each of the computers on your J network Torun the wizard on computers that are not running Windows F you can use the Windows amp P CO or a Network Setup Disk What do you want to do O Use the Network Setup Disk already have O Use my Windows XP CD Just finish the wizard don t need to run the wizard on other computers Insert a disk into the Floppy Disk Drive in this case drive A Network Setup Wizard insert the disk you want to use Insert a disk the into the following disk drive and then click Next 38 Floppy A IF you want to format the disk click Format Disk Click Next D Link Systems Inc 25 DWL G520M User s Manual Networking Basics Copying Please wait while the wizard copies files TE cancel Please read the information under Here s how in the screen below After you complete the Network Setup Wizard you will use the Network Setup Disk to run the Network Setup Wizard once on each of the computers on your network Click Next Network Setup Wizard Torun the wizard with
30. lding materials and construction and network overhead lower actual data throughput rate D Link Systems Inc DWL G520M User s Manual Wireless Basics Wireless Basics D Link wireless products are based on industry standards to provide easy to use and compatible high speed wireless connectivity within your home business or public access wireless networks D Link wireless products will allow you access to the data you want when and where you want it You will be able to enjoy the freedom that wireless networking brings A wireless local area network WLAN is a computer network that transmits and receives data with radio signals instead of wires WLANs 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 to 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 People use WLAN technology for many different purposes Mobility Productivity increases when people have access to data in any location within the operating range of the WLAN Management decisions based on real time information can significantly improve work
31. ling 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 Systems Inc 6 DWL G520M User s Manual Getting Started Getting Started There are basically two modes of networking Infrastructure using an access point or router such as the DI 624M Ad Hoc directly connecting to another computer for Peer to Peer communication using wireless network adapters on each computer such as two or more DWL G520M Wireless Network adapters On the following pages we will show you an example of an Infrastructure Network and an Ad Hoc Network An Infrastructure network contains an access point or router The Infrastructure network example shown on the following page contains the following D Link network devices your existing network may be comprised of other devices E A wireless router D Link 108G MIMO DI 634M E Desktop computers with a D Link 108G MIMO DWL G520M E A cable modem D Link DCM 202 D Link Systems Inc 9 DWL G520M User s Manual Infrastructure Network Setting up a Wireless Infrastructure Network For a typical wireless setup at home please do the following You will need broadband Internet access a cable or DSL subscriber line into your home or office Consult with your cable or DSL provide
32. 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 m Keep the number of walls and ceilings between the DWL G520M 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 m 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 m 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 m Keep your product away at least 3 6 feet or 1 2 meters from electrical devices or appliances that generate RF noise E If you are using 2 4GHz cordless phones or X 10 wireless products such as cei
33. n MPEG format over your network without noticeable delays This technology works by transmitting high speed digital data over a radio wave utilizing OFDM Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing technology OFDM works by splitting the radio signal into multiple smaller sub signals that are then transmitted simultaneously at different frequencies to the receiver OFDM reduces the amount of crosstalk interference in signal transmissions The D Link DWL G520M will automatically sense the best possible connection speed to ensure the greatest speed and range possible 802 119 offers the most advanced network security features available today including WPA 802 1x TKIP AES and Pre Shared Key PSK mode The DWL G520M is backwards compatible with 802 11b devices This means that if you have an existing 802 11b network the devices in that network will be compatible with 802 11g devices at speeds up to 11Mbps in the 2 4GHz range Also based on the IEEE 802 11b standard the DWL G520M is interoperable with existing compatible 2 4GHz wireless technology with data transfer speeds of up to 11Mbps D Link Systems Inc T DWL G520M User s Manual Installation Considerations Installation Considerations The DWL G520M lets you access your network using a wireless connection from virtually anywhere within its operating range Keep in mind however that the number thickness and location of walls ceilings or other objects that the wireless signals
34. ncontrolled environment This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator amp your body To maintain compliance with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements please avoid direct contact to the transmitting antenna during transmitting This transmitter must not be co located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter D Link declares that the DWL G520M FCC ID KA2DWLG520MA 1 is limited in CH1 CH11 by specified firmware controlled in the USA D Link Systems Inc 44 DWL G520M User s Manual Registration Registration d wr i Si e aAA O An Product registration is entirely voluntary and failure to complete or return this form will not diminish your warranty rights 05 17 2005 D Link Systems Inc 45
35. ole obligation shall be to repair or replace the defective Hardware during the Warranty Period at no charge to the original owner or to refund at D Link s sole discretion Such 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 in its sole discretion 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 Repaired or replacement Hardware will be warranted for the remainder of the original Warranty Period from the date of original retail purchase If a material defect is incapable of correction or if D Link determines in its sole discretion that it is not practical to repair or replace the defective Hardware the price paid by the original purchaser for the defective Hardware will be refunded by D Link upon return to D Link of the defective Hardware All Hardware or part thereof that is replaced by D Link or for which the purchase price is refunded shall become the property of D Link upon replacement or refund Limited Software Warranty D Link warrants that the software portion of the product Software will substantially conform to D Link s then current functional specifications for the Software as set forth in the applicable documentation from the date of ori
36. onnect Profile Hame Default SSID Default Sore SSID3 m support Bard Wireless Mode Infrastructure M 11B Channel E Power Saving Continuous Access Made Auth Mode Auto W 11G WEP WPA PSK Profile Name Enter a name for the network profile here SSID The Service Set Identifier is the name assigned to the wireless network The factory SSID setting is default You may enter up to 3 SSIDs Wireless Mode Either Infrastructure or Ad Hoc will be displayed here Please see the Getting Started section in this manual for an explanation of these two modes Channel The channel selection is automatically determined by the DWL G520M Power Saving Continuous Access Mode is the default setting For best results leave this setting at the default Auth Mode Select Open Shared or Auto Support Band Select the wireless mode of your wireless network 11G Connect to an 802 11g only network 11B Connect to an 802 11b only network Check both to connect to an 802 11b g mixed network D Link Systems Inc 18 DWL G520M User s Manual Using the Configuration Utility Site Survey Profile Configuration Security Select the Encryption mode here The choices are WEP or WPA PSK When WPA PSK is selected click Config and the pop up windows shown on the previous pages will appear on your screen
37. ort for customers within Canada D Link Technical Support over the Telephone 800 361 5265 Monday to Friday 7 30am to 12 00am EST D Link Technical Support over the Internet http support dlink ca email support dlink ca When contacting technical support please provide the following information Serial number of the unit Model number or product name D Link Systems Inc 40 DWL G520M User s Manual Warranty Warranty Subject to the terms and conditions set forth herein D Link Systems Inc D Link provides this Limited warranty for its product only to the person or entity that originally purchased the product from D Link or its authorized reseller or distributor and Products purchased and delivered within the fifty states of the United States the District of Columbia U S Possessions or Protectorates U S Military Installations addresses with an APO or FPO Limited Warranty D Link warrants that the hardware portion of the D Link products described below will be free from material defects in workmanship and materials from the date of original retail purchase of the product for the period set forth below applicable to the product type Warranty Period except as otherwise stated herein 1 Year Limited Warranty for the Product s is defined as follows Hardware excluding power supplies and fans One 1 Year Power Supplies and Fans One 1 Year Spare parts and spare kits Ninety 90 days D Link s s
38. other computers on your network After running the Network Setup Disk on all your computers your new wireless network will be ready to use D Link Systems Inc 21 DWL G520M User s Manual Networking Basics Naming your Computer To name your computer using Windows XP please follow these directions Click Start in the lower left corner of the screen Right click on My Computer Select Properties j Internet a J My Documents Internet Explorer a E mail My Recent Documents Outlook Express amp a My Pictures za Command Prompt Far My Music 9 MSM Explorer wes My Computer CUE Open 4 sme a My Network Explore Windows Media Player aoe Search i B Control Panel Manage Dk Windows Movie Maker Map Network Drive ae Pal ele fe Disconnect Network Drive i Tour Windows lt P i oy fe E Printers andF Show on Desktop Rename Files and Settings Transfer DD Wizard amp Help and Sup anes Select the Computer Name Tab in the System Properties window You may enter a Computer Description if you wish this field is optional To rename the computer and join a domain click Change System Properties System Restore Automatic Updates Remote General Computer Hame Hardware Advanced Windows uses the following information to identify your computer on the network For example Kitchen Computer or Mary s Computer Full computer
39. r for proper installation of the modem 1 2 3 Connect the cable or DSL modem to your broadband router See the Quick Installation Guide included with your router 4 Install the D Link DWL G520M 108G MIMO Wireless Desktop Adapter into an available PCI slot on your desktop computer See the Quick Installation Guide included with the DWL G520M 5 Install another D Link DWL G520M 108G MIMO Wireless Desktop Adapter into an available PCI slot on your desktop computer See the Quick Installation Guide included with the DWL G520M Wireless 108G MIMO Router an Wireless 108G MIMO l ion Desktop Adapter Ay Faster 8 with Standard G Adapter Faster D Link Systems Inc 10 DWL G520M User s Manual Ad Hoc Network Setting up a Wireless Ad Hoc Network 1 ys Ss SS S X DWL G520M DWL G650M 108G MIMO Wireless 108G MIMO Wireless Desktop Adapter Notebook Adapter 1 Install the D Link DWL G520M 108G MIMO Wireless Desktop adapter into the desktop computer See the Quick Installation Guide included with the product Install the D Link DWL G650M 108G MIMO Wireless Notebook adapter into 2 the laptop computer or another DWL G520 in a desktop computer See the Quick Installation Guide included with the product Set the wireless configuration for the adapters to Ad Hoc mode set the 3 adapters to the same channel and assign an IP address to each computer on the Ad Hoc network IP Address Wh
40. rs scanners and etc PCI Network Adapter A device that connects a desktop to the network Router A device that connects LANs WANs and the Internet SSID Service Set Identifier A network name that identifies the wireless network WAN Wide Area Network A network that covers a large geographic area usually two or more LANs WEP Wired Encryption Privacy A standard security feature used to encrypt data over a wireless network to prevent intruder WPA Wi Fi Protected Access A stronger and more secured encryption than WEP to prevent intruders from trying to connect to wireless networks WLAN Wireless Local Area Network A type of LAN that uses high frequency radio waves to communicate with devices rather than wires D Link Systems Inc 39 DWL G520M User s Manual Contacting Technical Support Contacting Technical Support You can find software updates and user documentation on the D Link website D Link provides free technical support for customers within the United States and within Canada for the duration of the warranty period on this product U S and Canadian customers can contact D Link technical support through our web site or by phone Tech Support for customers within the United States D Link Technical Support over the Telephone 877 453 5465 Twenty four hours a day seven days a week D Link Technical Support over the Internet http support dlink com email support dlink com Tech Supp
41. the Network Setup Disk R3 Complete the wizard and restart this computer Then use the Network Setup Disk to run J the Network Setup Wizard once on each of the other computers on your network Here s how 1 Inzert the Network Setup Disk into the next computer you want to network 2 Open My Computer and then open the Network Setup Disk 3 Double click netsetup D Link Systems Inc 26 DWL G520M User s Manual Networking Basics Please read the information on this screen then click Finish to complete the Network Setup Wizard Network Setup Wizard Completing the Network Setup Wizard Tou have successtully set up this computer for home or small office networking For help with home or small office networking see the following topics in Help and Support Center Using the Shared Documents folder Sharing files and folders To see other computers on your network click Start and then click My Network Places To close this wizard click Finish The new settings will take effect when you restart the computer Click Yes to restart the computer system Settings Change h You must restart your computer before the new settings will take effect Lia Do you want fo restart your computer now You have completed configuring this computer Next you will need to run the Network Setup Disk on all the
42. ur router or access point Perform multiple network tasks at once with the speed provided by this Wireless Desktop Adapter Based on Smart Antenna MIMO Technology D Link s new Double XR 2XR Technology significantly improves network performance Designed to deliver Xccelerated Rates at an Xtended Range use this Desktop Adapter with D Link s Wireless 108G MIMO Router for the total performance benefits of up to 8x faster speeds and 8x better coverage Support for the latest wireless security technologies ensures that your wireless connection is safe and secure via WPA PSK The DWL G520M makes the process of establishing a connection to a protected network a straightforward process The D Link Utility can quickly discover available wireless networks and simplify the process of joining a network The D Link Utility will also keep track of your most frequently used networks to make rejoining a network quicker without reentering the network information You don t have to replace any existing network hardware in order to work with the DWL G520M Fully backward compatible to 802 119 and 802 116 you can communicate with your existing wireless devices and still experience performance enhancements with just this 2XR powered desktop adapter 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 bui
43. zD Default SSID2 SSID3 n Channel Power Mode SSID 1 3 The Service Set Identifier is the name assigned to the wireless network The factory SSID setting is default You can enter up to 3 wireless networks to connect to Wireless Mode Select Infrastructure if you want to connect to an access point or wireless router Ad Hoc mode is used for peer to peer networking Channel The channel selection is automatically determined by the DWL G520M When in Ad Hoc mode you may select a channel manually The default channel is 6 Ad Hoc Band Select 11G or 11B see Support Band below Power Mode Continuous Access Mode is the default setting For best results leave this setting at the default Support Band Select the wireless mode of your wireless network 11G Connect to an 802 11g only network 11B Connect to an 802 11b only network Check both to connect to an 802 11b g mixed network D Link Systems Inc 14 DWL G520M User s Manual Using the Configuration Utility Encryption ag eas ah re re he neh nt ee eg ee LH DWL G520M 108G MIMO Technology Wireless Utility Encryption Auth Mode kep Length 7 c2 fo fs ca DO ios ea Nj i kep Format HE sy Encryption Select the Encryption mode here The choices are WEP WPA PSK or None When WPA PSK is selected click Config and the pop up windows shown on the following pages will appear on your screen Auth Mode Choose one o

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