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D-Link 2320 Network Card User Manual

1. 29 Add Profile 4 30 Modify Profile E 31 D Link WDA 2320 User Manual SUPPO or umet EP pO UR ne 32 33 Windows XP Gr I up a 34 Wireless Networks esses 34 Wi Fi Protected Setup WPS 35 Personal Identification Number PIN 36 My Wireless Networks 38 Add Profile ERR 39 Modify d 811 RP ET 40 cer ete Cm 41 PAD coucou C 42 Connect to a Wireless Network 43 Using R0 MOREM I UT 43 Connect to a Wireless Network 45 Using Windows XP on adeb Db n UR 45 Disabling The Windows XP Utility 46 Wireless 48 What is Dux dO CR 49 Configure WPA WPA 2 50 Using the D Link Utility cet 50 Using the Windows Vista Utility 52 Using the Windows XP Utility 54 Configure WPA WPAO 56 Using the D Link sui coenae riens 56 Table of Contents Configure SUZ Cd Potato ran
2. S Infrastructure Adhoc Set Security Option Advanced Security Settings I Security Option 7 Advanced Security Settings None C TKIP C AES TKIP C AES C Auto C WEP WPA AWPA2 Passphrase WPA Passphrase m Advanced Config WPA2 Passphrase Security vanced Config C WPA 802 1 WPAZ EAP C None 8021 Windows XP Windows Vista D Link WDA 2320 User Manual 56 Section 4 Wireless Security 4 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 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 the Validate Server field be selected Check this field if your RADIUS server requires validation 5 Select an User Certificate from the drop down menu 6 Enter the login information required to authenticate T Click Add to enter the IP address es of your RADIUS servers 8 Click OK to save your settings Advanced Security Settings m m 1 EAP Type AP TLS E ype User Certificate User Certificate zi Validate Server Certificate Validate Server Certificate User Name iain Name User Name Domain Name sword n C ontirm Pas sword _
3. TTLS Identity Remove Windows Windows Vista D Link WDA 2320 User Manual 57 Section 4 Wireless Security Configure 802 1x Using the D Link Utility 802 1x is for advanced users who are familiar with using a RADIUS server and setting up certificates 1 Open the Wireless Utility by double clicking on the D Link icon in your system tray lower right corner of screen Click on New to create a new profile or highlight an existing profile and click Modify 2 Select 802 1x under Set Security Option 3 Click on Advanced Config to continue Profe settings E Basic Settings Basic Settings Profile default Profile Name defaut SSID default SSID defaut Network Type Infrastructure Adhoc Network Type Infrastructure Adhoc Set Security Option Advanced Security Settings m Set Security Option Advanced Security Settings C WEP O Mas C WEP WPAAVPA2 Passphrase WPA Passphrase WPA WPA2 Advanced Config WPA2 Passphrase Security ____Advanced Config C WPA 2 6 8021 OK J Cancel J OK Cancel Windows Windows Vista D Link WDA 2320 User Manual 58 Section 4 Wireless Security 4 Nextto EAP Type select EAP TLS LEAP EAP TTLS or PEAP Extensible Authentication Protocols allow devices on the network to request authentication from the RADIUS server in the network All the devices on the network must u
4. System devices Universal Serial Bus controllers 2 Device Manager Fie Acton View Help e H 2 DESIGNDOCUMENT Batteries M Computer Disk drives EE 2 Display adapters 2 Qs DVD CD ROM drives Right click the adapter you would like to disable and select Disable ib edet Keyboards E 9 Mice and other pointing devices Modems Network adapters Broadcom 802 11b g WLAB 88 D Link AirPlus G DWL G63_ Update Driver HW Realtek RTL8139 8 10x PCMCIA adapters Uninstall 4 Processors Sound video and game cont 2 System devices Properties Universal Serial Bus controllers Scan for hardware changes Disables the selected device D Link WDA 2320 User Manual 9 Section 2 Installation Broadcom 802 11b g WLAN A Disabling this device will cause it to stop functioning Do you really want to disable it Click Yes to disable the adapter Device Manager File Action View Help zag The adapter is now disabled When disabled a red X will be displayed a 2 Display adapters Disabling the adapter will not remove the drivers If you would like to use the adapter simply right click it and select Enable 4 pew Network adapters up EAT Bil D Link AirPlus DWL G630 Wireless Cardbus Adapter i a 5 im 139 810x Family Fast Ethernet NIC z and game controllers E System devices Uni
5. D Link Wi Fi Protected Setup If you want to connect using the PBC method refer to page 21 To use the PIN method select PIN Personal Identification Number and click Next D Link Wi Fi Protected Setup Please select the function which you want to run WPS PBC Push Button Configuration PIN Personal Identification Number Make sure your access point or wireless router is close by Write down the D Link Wi Fi Protected Setup number on the screen Enter this number in your access point or wireless router Please refer to the manufacture s manual for instructions PIN Personal Identification Number Once you click Next you will have 2 minutes to enter this number in This ecb dowa yol io ay orei lo yar MEN through PIN your access point or wireless router Please note that the folowing PIN information must be entered in the access point and it is recommended that the access point is easily accessible for connectivity 06331030 D Link WDA 2320 User Manual 27 Section 3 Configuration The adapter will try to establish connectivity to your access point or D Link Wi Fi Protected Setup wireless router Establishing Connection PIN Code 06331030 To ensure connectivity please note that the PIN information must be entered in the access point When this screen appears you have successfully established connectivity Wireless Connection Wizard Click Finish to complete
6. DIR amp SSASTEST i dlink 1 ELink Section 2 Installation If the wireless network you are trying to connect to is using WEP enter the WEP key Click Next to continue If the wireless network you are trying to connect to is using WPA PSK enter the WPA PSK passphrase Click Next to continue Click Finish to continue If you are prompted to reboot your computer select Yes want to restart my computer now D Link WDA 2320 User Manual Set Security The network you are attemption to connect to is protected by encryption Please enter the encryption key assigned to the wireless networl WEP Encryption Key Set Security The network you are attemption to connect to is protected by encryption Please enter the encryption key assigned to the wireless networl WPA2 PSK Encryption Key InstallShield Wizard Complete 23 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 Wireless Connection Manager The D Link WDA 2320 uses the Wireless Connection Manager as the management software The manager provides the user an easy interface to change any settings related to the wireless adapter Clicking on the Wireless Connection Manager icon on the desktop will start the Configuration If you are using Windows Vista please skip to page 25 or Windows XP s
7. key Show text in the password field OK Cancel D Link WDA 2320 User Manual 50 Section 4 Wireless 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 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 WPA WPA2 Passphrase under Set Security Option 3 Select TKIP or AES 4 Enter the passphrase exactly as it is on your wireless router or access point 5 Click OK to connect to the network Allow up to 30 seconds to connect Profile Settings x Basic Settings Basic Settings dai Profile Name SSS SSID dead SSID defaut o Network Type Infrastructure Adhoc Network Type 6 Infrastructure C Adhoc Set Security Option Passphrase Settings 2 Option r Passphrase Settings one C WEP TKIP C AES C Auto Owe WPAAVPA2 Passphrase WPA Passphrase 2 WPA2 Passphrase Security M C WPA 802 1 WPAZEAP 802 1X Show text in the password field Show text the password field DK J Cancel J Window
8. 58 Using the D Link Reisen tas 58 Troubleshooting e scant 60 Wireless 5 65 Wireless MOUGS 69 Networking Basics ocio reet arva 70 Check your IP address eee 70 Windows XP 2000 Users 70 Windows Vista 056 70 Statically Assign IP 71 Windows XP 2000 sssi 71 Windows Vista Users 72 Technical Specifications T3 Contacting Technical Support 15 Warranty 1225252592225 529 76 81 D Link WDA 2320 User Manual Section 1 Product Overview Package Contents D Link WDA 2320 RangeBooster G Desktop Adapter Manual and Warranty on CD D Link Wireless Utility on CD System Requirements A desktop computer with an available PCI slot Windows Vista XP Service Pack 2 or 2000 Service Pack 4 300MHz processor and at least 64MB of RAM D Link WDA 2320 User Manual Section 1 Product Overview Introduction The D Link RangeBooster G WDA 2320
9. or Continue Atthe prompt type ipconfig and press Enter This will display the IP address subnet mask and default gateway of your adapter If the address is 0 0 0 0 check your adapter installation security settings and the settings on your router Some firewall software programs may block a DHCP request on newly installed adapters D Link WDA 2320 User Manual 70 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 Windows XP 2000 Users Windows XP Click on Start gt Control Panel Make sure you are in Classic View Double click on the Network Connections icon Windows 2000 From the desktop right click My Network Places Properties Right click on the Local Area Connection which represents your D Link wireless network adapter or other adapter which will be connected to your router Highlight Internet Protocol TCP IP and click Properties lick Use the following IP address and enter an IP address that is on the same subnet as your network or LAN IP address on your router Internet Protocol TCP IP Properties 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 Example If the router s LAN IP address
10. your access point wireless router T D Link WDA 2320 User Manual 36 Section 3 Configuration The adapter will try to establish connectivity to your access point or OO wireless router Establishing Connection PIN Code 06331030 To ensure connectivity please note that the PIN infomation must be entered in the access point wireless Connection Wizard When this screen appears you have successfully established connectivity Click Finish to complete your setup Connection Established You have successfully connected to your secured wireless network Please click Finish boM D Link WDA 2320 User Manual 37 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 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 7 refer to page 39 D Link 192 168 1 154 Modify Click Modify to edit a current profile refer to page 40 AA NeTworks Delete Click Delete to remove a profile My Wireless Networks Nw J Active Click Active to activate a profile Allow up to 30 m seconds to connect to the wireless network __Delete__J __ Activate Profile Details The Profile Details section will display information Profile De
11. 2 Floppy disk drives 2 eli Floppy drive controllers IDE ATA ATAPI controllers 2 IEEE 1394 Bus host controllers 89 25 Keyboards A Mice and other pointing devices i Monitors 5 89 Network adapters o D Link WUA 2340 USB Adapter Intel R 82566DC Gigabit Platform LAN Connect H E Portable Devices H P Ports COM amp LPT Processors H a Sound video and game controllers 8 6 Storage controllers 19 488 System devices Universal Serial Bus controllers D Link WUA 2340 USB Adapter Properties 9 General Advanced Driver Details Power Management Mis D Link WUA 2340 USB Adapter O Device type Network adapters Manufacturer D Link Location Port_ 0001 Hub_ 0003 Device status This device is working properly 61 Section 5 Troubleshooting 2 cannot connect to the access point or the wireless router e Make sure that the SSID on the WDA 2320 desktop adapter is exactly the same as the SSID on the Access Point or wireless router Move the WDA 2320 and Access Point or Wireless router into the same room and then test the wireless connection Disable all security settings WEP MAC Address Control AES Make sure that the Radio is not locked down to a different frequency Turn off your Access Point and the computer with the WDA 2320 Turn on the Access Point and then turn on the comput
12. ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND NONINFRINGEMENT IF ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY CANNOT BE DISCLAIMED IN ANY TERRITORY WHERE A PRODUCT IS SOLD THE DURATION OF SUCH IMPLIED WARRANTY SHALL BE LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THE APPLICABLE WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE 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 D Link WDA 2320 User Manual 78 Appendix E Warranty 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 RE
13. Network Type Select the network type If you are connecting to a wireless router or access point select Infrastructure Select the type of security used Please refer to the Wireless Security section for more information Set Security Click OK to save your settings OK Button D Link WDA 2320 User Manual Profile Settings x Basic Settings Profile Name Defaut SSID Defaut Network Infrastructure Adhoc None WEP WPA Passphrase WPA2 Passphrase Security WPA WPA2 EAP 802 1X 30 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 SSID Displays the SSID of the network Network Type Displays the network type Set Security Select the type of security used Please refer to the Wireless Security section for more information OK Button Click OK to save your settings D Link WDA 2320 User Manual Profile Settings Basic Settings Profile Name SSID defaut Network Type Infrastructure Adhoc Set Security Option No Security None C WEP WPA Passphrase WPA2 Passphrase Security C WPA WPA2 EAP C 802 1X 31 Section 3 Configuration Support If you need help click the Support butt
14. Not Covered The Limited Warranty provided herein by D Link does not cover Products that 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 and 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 While necessary maintenance or repairs on your Product can be performed by any company we recommend that you use only an Authorized D Link Service Office Improper or incorrectly performed maintenance or repair voids this Limited 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
15. Wireless Network Using Windows Vista Windows Vista users may use the built in wireless utility If you are using another company s utility or Windows 2000 please refer to the user manual of your wireless adapter for help with connecting to a wireless network Most utilities will have a site survey option similar to the Windows Vista utility as seen below If you receive the Wireless Networks Detected bubble click on the center of the bubble to access the utility Not Connected Wireless networks are available or Connect to a network Network and Sharing Center Right click on the wireless computer icon in your system tray lower right corner next to the time Select Connect to a network iZUi CU Friday 4 8 17 2007 Ww Connect to a network The utility will display any available wireless networks in your area Click on a network displayed using the SSID and click the Connect m button a If you get a good signal but cannot access the Internet check you TCP IP settings for your wireless adapter Refer to the Networking Basics section in this manual for more information D Link WDA 2320 User Manual 43 Section 3 Configuration Enter the same security key or passphrase that is on your router and click Connect It may take 20 30 seconds to connect to the wireless network If the connection fails please verify that the securi
16. continue click Next 2320 on your computer To By default setup will install to the default location C Program Files D Link WDA 2320 where C represents the drive letter of your hard drive To install to a different location click Browse and specify the location sep will install RangeBooster G WDA 2320 in the following folder To install to this folder click Next To install to a different folder click Browse and select another folder Click Next to continue Destination Folder ARangeBooster Gi WDA 2320 Browse Back Select the Program Files folder location Setup will add program icons to the Program Folder listed below You may type a new folder name or select one from Click Next to continue Pe Existing Folders SiS VGA Utilities D Link WDA 2320 User Manual 19 Section 2 Installation The D Link configuration wizard will now appear If you are using Windows XP SP2 you will have the option to use either the D Link utility or the built in Windows Wireless utility Click Next to continue The Wireless Connection Wizard will now appear If you want to manually connect to a wireless network refer to page 22 The following instructions will connect you to a wireless network using Wi Fi Protected Setup WPS D Link WDA 2320 User Manual Would you like to use the Windows Zero Configuration DAN d If not D Link
17. is 192 168 0 1 make your IP address 192 168 0 X where X is a number between 2 and 99 Make sure that the number you choose is not in use on the Obtain an IP address automatically netwo rk Use the following IP address IP address 192 168 0 52 Set Default Gateway the same as the LAN IP address of your router or gateway 12 L efault gateway i i 3 Set Primary DNS the same as the LAN IP address of your router or gateway gt se the Following server addresses Preferred DNS server 192 168 D The Secondary DNS is optional you may enter a DNS server from your ISP Altemate DNS server 4 Cancel Click OK to save your settings D Link WDA 2320 User Manual 71 Appendix B Networking Basics Windows Vista Users Click on Start gt Control Panel Make sure you are in Classic View Double click on the Network and Sharing Center icon Along the left panel in the window click on Manage network connections Right click on the Local Area Connection which represents your D Link wireless network adapter which will be connected to your network Highlight Internet Protocol Version 4 TCP IPv4 and click Properties Click Use the following IP address and enter an IP address that is on the same subnet as your network or LAN IP address on your router or network Example If the routers LAN IP address is 192 168 0 1 make your IP address 192 1
18. provides a utility for you to use as wel E Get Connected y R 5 ewe UI d Your D Link Wi Fi Protect up WPS whi ich pe sla o a wireless pua Following the steps rail ads you on to your wire TER AN Select the way you want to connect to your network Manually connect to a wireless network c Connect to a wireless network using push button method with WiFi Protected Setup WPS 20 Section 2 Installation Push Button Configuration PBC To connect to your network using the WPS push button configuration method click the virtual button as shown in the screenshot PBC Push Button Configuration E method allows you to easily connect to your wireless network essing a button Enn note that the button on the access Ci must bo within 1120 seconds ae it is recommended that the a s point is easily accessible for connectivity Press the WPS button on your access point or wireless router within 2 minutes to establish connectivity Please click or press the button located on your access point To ectivity the but an on the access point must be REENE ke xd within 120 sex Wh When this screen appears you have successfully connected to your wireless network Click Next to complete your setup Connection Established zd Mo ected to your secured wireless networl D Link WDA 2320 User Manual 21 Section 2 Installation To ma
19. the freedom of mobility and it s becoming so popular that more and more public facilities now provide wireless access to attract people The wireless connection in public places is usually called hotspots Using a D Link wireless desktop adapter with your laptop you can access the hotspot to connect to Internet from remote locations like Airports Hotels Coffee Shops Libraries Restaurants and Convention Centers 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 WDA 2320 User Manual 68 Appendix A Wireless B
20. 68 0 X where 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 or gateway Set Primary DNS the same as the LAN IP address of your router or gateway The Secondary DNS is optional you may enter a DNS server from your ISP Click OK to save your settings D Link WDA 2320 User Manual Internet Protocol Version 4 TCP IPv4 Properties 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 7 Obtain an IP address automatically Use the following IP address IP address Subnet mask Default gateway address automatically Use the following DNS server addresses Preferred DNS server 192 168 0 1 Alternate DNS server 12 Appendix C Technical Specifications Technical Specifications Standards EEE 802 11b e IEEE 802 110 PCI 2 1 2 2 Wireless Signal Rates e 54Mbps e 48Mbps 36Mbps 24Mbps 18Mbps 12Mbps e 11Mbps 9Mbps 6Mbps 5 5Mbps e 2Mbps e Mbps Security e WPA Wi Fi Protected Access TKIP MIC IV Expansion Shared Key Authentication 802 1x e 64 128 bit WEP Media Access Control CSMA CA wi
21. FUND OF THE DEFECTIVE OR NONCONFORMING PRODUCT THE MAXIMUM LIABILITY OF D LINK 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 you 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 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 and any amendments thereto Contents are subject to change without prior notice Copyright 2005 by D Link Corporation D Link Systems Inc All rights reserved CE Mark Warning This is a Class B product In a domestic environment t
22. USER MANUAL WDA 2320 VERSION 1 1 4 D Link WIRELESS Table of Contents Table of Contents Product 4 Package Contents eese 4 System Requirements sese 4 Anders Urt ON OR 5 v on EIUS 6 Hardware Overview 885 7 8 Getting 8 Remove Existing Installations 8 Disable Other Wireless Adapters 9 Wireless Installation Considerations 11 Software Installation eese 12 Windows Vista Installation 13 Push Button Configuration PBC 16 Windows XP Installation 19 Push Button Configuration PBC 21 Configuration 24 D Link Wireless Connection Manager 24 Windows Vista 25 Wireless Networks 20 2 4 222 25 Wi Fi Protected Setup 26 Personal Identification Number PIN 27 My Wireless Networks
23. ader Support Registration WDA 2320 D Link WDA 2320 User Manual 12 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 D Link WDA 2320 where C represents the drive letter of your hard drive To install to a different location click Browse and specify the location Click Next to continue D Link WDA 2320 User Manual Windows Vista Installation RangeBooster G WDA 2320 InstallShield Wizard Welcome to the InstallShield Wizard for RangeBooster G WDA 2320 The InstallShield Wizard will install RangeBooster G WDA 2320 on your computer To continue click Next Cancel RangeBooster G WDA 2320 InstallShield Wizard Setup will install RangeBooster G WDA 2320 in the following folder To install to this folder click Next To install to a different folder click Browse and select another folder Destination Folder G WDA 2320 Browse lt Back Next gt Cancel 13 Section 2 Installation Select the Program Files folder location Click Next to continue Du oeoO Setup will add program icons to the Program Folder listed below You may type a new folder name or select one from the existing folders list Click Next to continue Program Folder D Link RangeB ooster G WDA 2320 tees WDA 2320 will start configuring your
24. asics Security Don t let you next door neighbors or intruders connect to your wireless network Secure your wireless network by turning 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 is basically one mode of networking Infrastructure All wireless clients will connect to an access point or wireless router An Infrastructure network contains an Access Point or wireless router All the wireless devices or clients will connect to the wireless router or access point D Link WDA 2320 User Manual 69 Appendix B Networking Basics Networking Basics Check your IP address After you install your new D Link wireless adapter and have established a wireless connection by default the TCP IP settings should be set to obtain an IP address from a DHCP server i e router automatically To verify your IP address please follow the steps below Windows XP 2000 Users e Click on Start gt Run In the run box type cmd and click OK e At the prompt type ipconfig and press Enter This will display the IP address subnet mask and the default gateway of your adapter A e Windows Vista Users e Click Start gt All Programs gt Accessories gt Command Prompt You may need administrative access to run this application Forall additional prompt windows inquiring of running the command prompt application select Yes OK
25. ccess Point Move devices within the line of sight D Link WDA 2320 User Manual 64 Appendix A 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 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
26. ck icon this means the wireless network is secure You must know the encryption key security settings to connect Displays the channel of the wireless network Connect to a wireless network using Wi Fi Protected Setup Refer to the next page Rescans for available wireless networks in your area 33i D Link Wireless Connection Manager 00 11 95 8E 09 17 00 19 5B D3 C5 D6 00 13 46 90 54 81 00 13 46 90 54 AF e D Link WS TSD 00 17 9 02 01 38 ex ITD AP 00 0F 3D 03 D3 EC My Wireless Networks IDlink D link D Link 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 WDA 2320 User Manual 34 Section 3 Configuration Wi Fi Protected Setup WPS Wi Fi Protected Setup WPS System is designed for easy setup of EMAER security enabled Wi Fi networks It is recommended to have the access point or wireless router nearby during setup D Link Wi Fi Protected Setup For more information on WPS visit the Wi Fi Alliance website at www wi fi org Please select the function which you want to run WPS PBC Push Button Configuration Push Button Configuration PBC is a virtual button i
27. e 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 4 Keep your product away at least 3 6 feet or 1 2 meters from electrical devices or appliances that generate RF noise 5 If 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 WDA 2320 User Manual 11 Section 2 Installation Software Installation Warning Do NOT install the WDA 2320 Desktop Adapter into your computer before installing the driver software from the D Link CD Turn on the computer and Insert the D Link WDA 2320 Driver CD in the CD ROM drive If the CD Autorun function does not automatically start on your computer go to Start gt Run In the run box type DAWDA 2320 exe where D represents the drive letter of your CD ROM drive RANGEBOOSTER G DESKTOP ADAPTER Click Install Drivers Install Drivers amp View QIG If 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 Adobe Re
28. ecifications Actual data throughput will vary Network conditions and environmental factors including volume of network traffic building materials and construction and network overhead lower actual data throughput rate Environmental factors may adversely affect wireless signal range D Link WDA 2320 User Manual 5 Section 1 Product Overview Features e 15 times faster achieve data transfer speeds up to 108Mbps up to 15x faster than conventional 802 11b networks when used with other 802 110 devices e integrates into existing 802 11b wireless networks no need to invest all new devices the WDA 2320 is interoperable with existing 802 11b devices to provide a wireless data rate of up to 11Mbps Stronger Security than ever before with WPA Wi Fi Protected Access authorizes and identifies users based on a secret key that changes automatically at a regular interval for example TKIP Temporal Key Integrity Protocol in conjunction with a RADIUS server changes the temporal key every 10 000 packets ensuring greater security Pre Shared Key mode means that the home user without a RADIUS server will obtain a new security key every time he or she connects to the network vastly improving the safety of communications on the network Extra Protection 802 1x Authentication in conjunction with the RADIUS server verifies the identity of would be clients User friendly configuration and diagnostic utilities allow you
29. ection Wizard In the next few steps youll be asked to enter some information about your Wireless Network If you do not currently have one set up you can always this wizard to easily connect to your network when it is ready Wireless Network Name SSID If you do not know the name of your wireless network you can scan for it by clicking the Scan button sann Please choose your wireless network from the list below 1 DFL wireless2 300eric 1 AD wuii995 Section 2 Installation When this screen appears you are successfully connected to your wireless network Click Next to complete your setup Click Finish to continue If you are prompted to reboot your computer select Yes want to restart my computer now D Link WDA 2320 User Manual Wireless Connection Wizard Finished Ya should Fak v Network For your a Profile with this information into Wireles S Crean Manager Roam effortlessly knowing that network access is a click away Finish RangeBooster G WDA 2320 InstallShield Wizard InstallShield Wizard Complete 18 Section 2 Installation Windows XP Installation The InstallShield Wizard window will appear Click Next to continue Welcome to the InstallShield Wizard for RangeBooster G WDA 2320 The InstallShield Wizard will install RangeBooster G
30. er with the WDA 2320 Refresh the WDA 2320 Utility 3 The WDA 2320 Power and Link lights are not on e Check to see if the WDA 2320 desktop adapter is firmly inserted into the PCI slot of your laptop computer 4 forgot my encryption key Reset the Access Point to its factory default settings and restore the WDA 2320 Wireless Desktop Adapter to the factory default settings The default settings are listed in the Using the Configuration Utility section in this manual D Link WDA 2320 User Manual 62 Section 5 Troubleshooting 5 The computer does not recognize the WDA 2320 Wireless Adapter Make sure that the WDA 2320 Wireless Adapter is properly seated in the computer s PCI slot Windows does not detect the hardware upon insertion of the adapter make sure to completely remove drivers that were previously loaded To remove the drivers do the following A Under Tools select Folder Options select View under Hidden files and folders select Show hidden files and folders B Uncheck Hide extension for known file types click on Apply C Search for previously loaded driver files Remove these files from the INF and SYSTEM DRIVERS folders in the Windows directory Note Windows XP and Windows 2000 will rename inf files that have not received WHQL certification into oem inf files 6 0 oem1 inf 6 The computer with the WDA 2320 installed is unable to connect to the wireless network and or the Intern
31. et Check that the LED indicators for the broadband modem are indicating normal activity If not there may be a problem with the broadband connection 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 Check that the IP Address subnet mask gateway and DNS settings are correctly entered for the network D Link WDA 2320 User Manual 63 Section 5 Troubleshooting In Infrastructure mode make sure the same Service Set Identifier SSID is specified on the settings for the wireless clients and access points The SSID factory default setting for D Link products is default Check that the Network Connection for the wireless client is configured properly Select AP Infrastructure when connecting to an access point Double click on the WLAN icon in the taskbar click on Configuration to change the settings for the wireless adapter e f Security is enabled make sure that the correct encryption keys are entered on both the WDA 2320 and the access point Double click on the WLAN icon in the taskbar click Encryption Check to see that the key selected is set to the same key as other devices on the network 7 How can troubleshoot distance issues using the WDA 2320 Move the WDA 2320 and Access Point or Wireless router into the same room and then test the wireless connection Change the channel of the A
32. etwo rks Repair View Available Wireless Networks 1 Wireless Network Connection 6 Network Task Choose a wireless network Refresh network list A Le in the list below to connect to a wireless network in range or to get more sa Unsecured wireless network all In the Choose a Wireless Network window click Change Advanced Related Tasks Settings on the left side below Related Tasks T m p alt amp Security enabled wireless network alll E testi Ko te Change the order of 1 preferred networks Change advanced settings m ff Security enabled wireless network I This network requires a network key If you want to connect to this network dick Connect DGL 4300 an D Link WDA 2320 User Manual 46 Section 3 Configuration In the Wireless Network Connection Properties window E AE Ep EOS AA uncheck Use Windows to configure my wireless network settings mn General Wireless Networks Advanced and then click OK Available networks To connect to disconnect from or find out more infomation about wireless networks in range click the button below View Wireless Networks Preferred networks Leam about setting up wireless network configuration D Link WDA 2320 User Manual Section 4 Wireless Security Wireless Security This section will show you the different levels of security you can use to protect your data f
33. he Networking Basics section in this manual for more information D Link WDA 2320 User Manual 9 Wireless networks detected x 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 Networks Network Tasks Refresh network list x3 Set up a wireless network for a home or small office Related Tasks 1 Learn about wireless networking fe Change the order of preferred networks Change advanced settings 1 Wireless Network Connection 6 Choose a wireless network infor Click an item in the list below to connect to a wireless network in ri ation ange or to get more th i hd 2 9 Test Unsecured wireless network default Unsecured wireless network salestest f Security enabled wireless network testi 18 Security enabled wireless network 0000 alll This network requires a network key If you want to connec network dick Connect DGL 4300 45 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 Change Windows Firewall settings lower right corner next to the time Select View Available Wireless Open Network Connections N
34. his product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures D Link WDA 2320 User Manual 79 Appendix E Warranty 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 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received incl
35. is a device used to provide this link D Link WDA 2320 User Manual 65 Appendix A Wireless Basics What is Wireless 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 o
36. is a wireless desktop adapter featuring the latest technology to deliver data transfer rates up to 108Mbps in the 2 4GHz frequency The WDA 2320 also works with 802 11b compliant devices and when used with other D Link RangeBooster G products delivers throughput speeds capable of handling heavy data payloads including real time MPEG video streaming Plus the WDA 2320 also includes a configuration utility to discover available wireless networks and create and save detailed connectivity profiles for those networks most often accessed The D Link RangeBooster G WDA 2320 is a powerful 32 bit desktop adapter that installs quickly and easily into desktop computers Like all D Link wireless adapters the WDA 2320 can be used in infrastructure mode to connect with a wireless access point or router for access to the Internet in your office or home network The WDA 2320 features robust security to help protect the wireless network from intruders complying with the latest wireless networking security protocols including WEP encryption and Wi Fi Protected Access WPA support for both 802 1x and WPA PSK The products are also capable of supporting the government grade AES encryption and upcoming 802 11i standards The WDA 2320 also includes a configuration utility to discover available wireless networks and create and save detailed connectivity profiles for those networks most often accessed Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802 11b g sp
37. kip to page 34 Double click the Wireless Connection Manager icon on your desktop H Connection Manager D Link WDA 2320 User Manual 24 Section 3 Configuration Windows Vista 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 MAC Signal Security Channel WPS Button Refresh Button Connect Button Active Button The SSID Service Set Identifier is the name of the wireless network Displays the MAC address of the wireless device Displays the Link Quality of the wireless connection If there is a lock icon this means the wireless network is secure You must know the encryption key security settings to connect Displays the channel of the wireless network Connect to a wireless network using Wi Fi Protected Setup Refer to the next page Rescans for available wireless networks in your area My Wireless Networks 3X D Link Wireless Connection Manager 00 11 95 8E 09 17 00 19 5B D3 C5 D6 00 13 46 90 54 81 00 13 46 90 54 AF ext D Link WS TSD 00 17 9 02 01 38 802 119 e ITD AP 00 0F 3D 03 D3 EC 6 802 119 WPS Refresh Connect D Link D Link i Highlight a wireless network and click the Connect button If the network is secure a pop up window will appear Enter the security informatio
38. lace the non conforming Software or defective media with software that substantially conforms to D Link s functional specifications for the Software or to refund the portion of the actual purchase price paid that is attributable to the Software Except as otherwise agreed by DLink 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 Replacement Software will be warranted for the remainder of the original Warranty Period and is subject to the same limitations and exclusions 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 and Software portions of D Link s products will not be applied to and does not cover any refurbished product and any product 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 ca
39. n 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 WDA 2320 User Manual 25 Section 3 Configuration Wi Fi Protected Setup WPS Wi Fi Protected Setup WPS System is designed for easy setup of security enabled Wi Fi networks It is recommended to have the access point or wireless router nearby during setup For more information on WPS visit the Wi Fi Alliance website at www wi fi org Push Button Configuration PBC is a virtual button in the utility that connects you to other WPS enabled devices A connection can be established by clicking on the virtual button then pushing the physical button on the access point or wireless router within 120 seconds Refer to page 21 Personal Identification Number PIN is a unique number generated randomly by the wireless adapter s utility Entering this number in the utility of the WPS enabled wireless router or access point connects you with the intended wireless network Refer to the next page for more information D Link WDA 2320 User Manual B3 D Link Wi Fi Protected Setup D Link Wi Fi Protected Setup Please select the function which you want to run WPS PBC Push Button Configuration PIN Personal Identification Number 26 Section 3 Configuration Personal Identification Number PIN
40. n the utility i PIN Personal Identification Number that connects you to other WPS enabled devices A connection can be established by clicking on the virtual button then pushing the physical button on the access point or wireless router within 120 seconds Refer to page 21 Personal Identification Number PIN is a unique number generated randomly by the wireless adapter s utility Entering this number in the utility of the WPS enabled wireless router or access point connects you with the intended wireless network Refer to the next page for more information D Link WDA 2320 User Manual 35 Section 3 Configuration Personal Identification Number PIN D Link Wi Fi Protected Setup If you want to connect using the PBC method refer to page 21 To use the PIN method select PIN Personal Identification Number and click Next D Link Wi Fi Protected Setup Please select the function which you want to run WPS PBC Push Button Configuration PIN Personal Identification Number D Link Wi Fi Protected Setup Make sure your access point or wireless router is close by Write down the number on the screen Enter this number in your access point or wireless router Please refer to the manufacture s manual for instructions PIN Personal Identification Number Die melos enel connect to ions Once you click Next you will have 2 minutes to enter this number in P MEI
41. new software installation This may take few RangeBooster G WDA 2320 InstallShield wizard minutes m Once the installation is complete the InstallShield Wizard screen displays Click Finish to close the window InstallShield Wizard Complete D Link WDA 2320 User Manual 14 Section 2 Installation The Wireless Connection Wizard will now appear If you want to manually connect to a wireless network refer to page 17 The following instructions will connect you to a wireless network using Wi Fi Protected Setup WPS D Link WDA 2320 User Manual Get Connected Welcome to D Link Wireless Connection Wizard Your D Link wireless adapter supports Wi Fi Protected Setup WPS which allows you to connect to a wireless network llowing steps will guide you to connect to your wireless network Select the way you want to connect to your network Manually connect to a wireless network c Connect to a wireless network using push button method with WiFi Protected Setup WPS 15 Section 2 Installation Push Button Configuration PBC To connect to your network using the WPS push button configuration method click the virtual button as shown in the screenshot PBC Push Button Configuration This metho ies syaiton asily connect to your wireless network n the access point must be pressed and it is recommended that the access point is cdm Sue connectivity Press the WPS button on your access p
42. nually connect to your wireless network select Manually connect to a wireless network and then click Next 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 Click the Scan button to display a list of wireless networks site survey Click on the network name SSID and click Connect D Link WDA 2320 User Manual Get Connected Welcome to D Link Wireless Connection Wizard Your D wireless adapter supports Wi Fi Protected Setup 5 allows you to connect to a wireless networks easily Following the steps will guide you to connect to your wireless networ Select the way you want to connect to your network Get Connected re s Connection Wizard In the nes Piel ps you ll be asked to enter some about vous eles not currently hav set up you cat re run this wizard to ceni con bul gus network wher niis reer Wireless Network Name SSID D Link Hho do not know the name of your wireless network you can eriforit by cicking the Seas button Scan Please choose your wireless network from the list below There are more than one network name SSID that matching you entered Please chose one of them to continue Wireless Network Signal 1 624 4 Tina la 1 655 1 AD_yuji995 DIR 655G N DHLAB
43. nuals or accessories in the shipping package DLink will only replace the defective portion of the product and will not ship back any accessories D Link WDA 2320 User Manual Appendix E Warranty The customer is responsible for all in bound shipping charges to D Link No Cash on Delivery COD is allowed Products sent COD will either be rejected by D Link or become the property of D Link Products shall be fully insured by the customer and shipped to D Link Systems Inc 17595 Mt Herrmann Fountain Valley CA 92708 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 Return shipping charges shall be prepaid by D Link if you use an address in the United States otherwise we will ship the product to you freight collect Expedited shipping is available upon request and provided shipping charges are prepaid by the customer 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 foregoing requirements or that is determined by D Link not to be defective or non conforming What Is
44. of security used Please refer to the Wireless Security section for more information Click OK to save your settings OK Button D Link WDA 2320 User Manual Profile Settings X Basic Settings Profile Name Defaut SSID Defaut Network Infrastructure Adhoc None WEP WPA Passphrase WPA2 Passphrase Security WPA WPA2 EAP 802 1X 40 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 BI D Link Wireless Connection Manager Wireless Networks 0000 00 13 46 EF 3E 1A 6 ext DFL wireless3 00 1 11 4 7 35 46 6 802 11g tab 1501 SW 00 13 46 9B AD EA 48 6 802 119 Mega Test 00 11 95 DF 88 22 54 1 802 11g 4300 00 0F A3 1A EF 5A 58 1 802 119 eet DLINK TSD 00 13 46 FD BB D5 5 6 How to connect to your wireless network My Wireless Networks Activate Double click the wireless network you wish to join z D Link WDA 2320 User Manual 41 Section 3 Configuration The About screen gives you information about the Firmware and Utility Versions of the WDA 2320 D Link WDA 2320 User Manual About Driver Version 7 3 1 43 Utility Version 1 20 MAC Address Secured by Odyssey x J 42 Section 3 Configuration Connect to a
45. oint or wireless router within 2 minutes to establish connectivity Please click or press the button located on your access point To ensure connectivity the button on the access point must be pressed clicked within 120 seconds m When this screen appears you have successfully connected to your wireless network Click Next to complete your setup Connection Established You have cessfully connected to your secured wireless network Please click Finish D Link WDA 2320 User Manual 16 Section 2 Installation To manually connect to your wireless network select Manually connect to a wireless network and then click Next Enter the network name SSID manually If you enter the SSID incorrectly you will automatically be brought to the site survey page Click Scan to display the site survey page Click the Scan button to display a list of wireless networks site survey Click on the network name SSID and click Next D Link WDA 2320 User Manual Get Connected Welcome to D Link Wireless Connection Wizard Your D Link wireless adapter supports Wi Fi Protected Setup WPS which allows you to connect to a E Iz easily the steps will guide you to connect to wireless Select the way you want to connect to your network Manually connect to a wireless network a wireless network using push button wth Win rote Setup WPS Get Connected Welcome to D Link s Wireless Conn
46. on A pane will appear to the right of the utility which will display information about the utility 3Ui D Link Wireless Connection Manager DDDD 00 13 46 EF 3E 1A A Wireless Networks ext DFL wireless3 00 1 11 4 7 35 45 A tab 13D1 SW 00 13 46 9B AD EA y Mega Test 00 11 95 0 88 22 ext 4300 00 0F A3 1A EF 5A 58 DLINK TSD 00 13 46 FD BB D5 58 ce How to connect to your WPS wireless network My Wireless Networks 21 Double click the wireless network you wish to join xj D Link WDA 2320 User Manual 32 Section 3 Configuration The About screen gives you information about the Firmware and Utility Versions of the WDA 2320 D Link WDA 2320 User Manual About About EE 73 143 Driver Version Version 0 MAC Address 15 E9 85 3B 8C Secured by Odyssey OK 33 Section 3 Configuration Windows XP 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 MAC Signal Security Channel WPS Button Refresh Button Connect Button Active Button The SSID Service Set Identifier is the name of the wireless network Displays the MAC address of the wireless device Displays the Link Quality of the wireless connection If there is a lo
47. orized reseller or distributor and Only for 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 or addresses with an APO or FPO Limited Warranty D Link warrants that the hardware portion of the D Link product described below Hardware will be free from material defects in workmanship and materials under normal use from the date of original retail purchase of the product for the period set forth below Warranty Period except as otherwise stated herein Hardware excluding power supplies and fans One 1 year Power supplies and fans One 1 year Spare parts and spare kits Ninety 90 days The customer s sole and exclusive remedy and the entire liability of D Link and its suppliers under this Limited Warranty will be at D Link s option to repair or replace the defective Hardware during the Warranty Period at no charge to the original owner or to refund the actual purchase price paid Any repair or replacement will be rendered by D Link at an Authorized D Link Service Office The replacement hardware need not be new or have an identical make model or part D Link may at its option replace the defective Hardware or any part thereof with any reconditioned product that D Link reasonably determines is substantially equivalent or superior in all material respects to the defective Hardware Repaired or replacement ha
48. ration Alll rights reserved System Rating windows Experience Index Unrated Process Intel R 2 CPU 6600 2 40GHz 2 39 GHz Memory RAM 2022 MB System type 32 bit Operating System Computer name domain and workgroup settings Computer name DLink 6323070 Change settings Full computer name DLink 6323070 Computer description Workgroup WORKGROUP Windows activation Windows XP 2000 users Go to Start right click My Computer and select Properties Select the Hardware Tab and then click Device Manager System Properties System Restore General Add Hardware Wizard The Add Hardware Wizard helps you install hardware Device Manager The Device Manager lists all the hardware devices installed your computer Usa the Device Manager 10 change the properbes of anp device Haedware Profiles Hardere profiles provide a way for you to set up and store diferent hardware configurations 60 Section 5 Troubleshooting Click the sign next to Network Adapters Right click on D Link WDA 2320 Cardbus Adapter Select Properties to check that the drivers are installed properly Look under Device Status to check that the device is working properly Click OK to continue D Link WDA 2320 User Manual Device Manager III File Action View Help i ds S DLINK 6323070 H E Computer Disk drives 9 60 Display adapters 83 DVD CD ROM drives 89
49. rdware will be warranted for the remainder of the original Warranty Period or ninety 90 days whichever is longer and is subject to the same limitations and exclusions If a material defect is incapable of correction or if D Link determines that it is not practical to repair or replace the defective Hardware the actual price paid by the original purchaser for the defective Hardware will be refunded by D Link upon return to D Link of the defective Hardware 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 D Link WDA 2320 User Manual 76 Appendix E Warranty 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 original retail purchase of the Software for a period of ninety 90 days Software 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 Software Warranty Period the magnetic media on which D Link delivers the Software will be free of physical defects The customer s sole and exclusive remedy and the entire liability of D Link and its suppliers under this Limited Warranty will be at D Link s option to rep
50. rity enabled wireless network dwl8200_g_mktg_lab 54 Section 4 Wireless 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 WDA 2320 User Manual Wireless Network Connection The network Candy requires a network key also called WEP key or WPA key network key helps prevent unknown intruders from connecting to this network Type the key and then click Connect Network key 55 Section 4 Wireless 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 corner of screen Click on New to create a new profile or highlight an existing profile and click Modify 2 Select 2 XP or WPA WPA2 EAP Vista under Set Security Option and then select TKIP or AES 3 Click on Advanced Config to continue Profile Settings gt x Basic Settings Basic Settings s Profile Name default Profile Name defaut SSID default SSID defaut Network Type Infrastructure C Adhoc Network
51. rom intruders The WDA 2320 offers the following types of security WPA2 Wi Fi Protected Access 2 WPA2 PSK Pre Shared Key WPA Wi Fi Protected Access WPA PSK Pre Shared Key 802 1x RADIUS D Link WDA 2320 User Manual 48 Section 4 Wireless 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 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 2 is based on 802 11i and uses Advanced Encryption Standard instead of TKIP 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 the exact same key entered on your wireless router or access poin
52. s XP Windows Vista K Caes J D Link WDA 2320 User Manual 51 Section 4 Wireless Security Configure WPA WPA2 Passphrase Using the Windows Vista Utility It is recommended to enable wireless security WPA WPA2 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 security key or passphrase being used 1 Open the Windows Vista Wireless Utility by right clicking on the wireless computer icon in your system tray lower right corner of screen Select Connect to a network 2 Highlight the wireless network SSID you would like to connect to and click Connect D Link WDA 2320 User Manual Not Connected Wireless networks are available Connect to a network Network and Sharing Center 5 1201 Ct Fnday 4 8 17 2007 lt gt P Connect to a network Disconnect or connect to another network Show 52 Section 4 Wireless Security 3 Enter the same security key or passphrase that is on your router and click Connect Connectto a network Type the network security key or passphrase for Candy It may take 20 30 seconds to connect to the wireless network If the connection fails please verify that the security settings are correct The key or passphrase must be exactly the same as on the wireless router The person who set
53. se 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 DLink to confirm the same along with proof of purchase of the product such as a copy of the dated purchase invoice for the product if the product is not registered The customer must obtain a Case ID Number from D Link Technical Support at 1 877 453 5465 who will attempt to assist the customer in resolving any suspected defects with the product If the product is considered defective the customer must obtain a Return Material Authorization RMA number by completing the RMA form and entering the assigned Case ID Number at https rma dlink com After an RMA number is issued the defective product must be packaged securely in the original or other suitable shipping 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 ma
54. se the same EAP type when using a RADIUS server for authentication Some RADIUS servers require that the Validate Server field be selected Check this field if your RADIUS server requires validation 5 Select an User Certificate from the drop down menu 6 Enter the login information required to authenticate T Click Add to enter the IP address es of your RADIUS servers 8 Click OK to save your settings Advanced Security Settings EAP Type User Certificate User Certificate Validate Server Certificate Validate Server Certificate User Name in Name User Name Domain Name Password Confirm Password TTLS Identity Remove Windows Windows Vista D Link WDA 2320 User Manual 59 Section 5 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting This chapter provides solutions to problems that can occur during the installation and operation of the WDA 2320 Read the following descriptions if you are having problems 1 How do know if my adapter is installed properly Windows Vista users Open the Start menu right click on Computer and select Manage Click on Device Manager in the left hand side D Link WDA 2320 User Manual Ori gt Control Panel System and Maintenance System search e View basic information about your computer Windows edition Windows Vista Ultimate Copyright 2006 Microsoft Corpo
55. t 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 WDA 2320 User Manual 49 Section 4 Wireless 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 D Link Wireless Connection Manager 1 Open the Wireless Connection Manager by double clicking on the D Link icon on your desktop 2 Highlight the wireless network SSID you would like to connect to FE 3 and click Connect If the network is using WPA PSK the screen aS Lexxmes 005018524626 shown to the bottom right will appear inm ONES aul 3200 00 19 5B 7A 49 3F M 3200 1 04 11 5B 7A 49 3F 3 Enter the WPA PSK passphrase exactly as it is on your wireless router aes 00 1C F0 5C F9 5D or access point Click the Show text in the password field box to see the passphrase Unchecking it will hide it My Wireless Networks 4 Click OK to connect to the network Allow up to 30 seconds to connect Connection If you would like to create a new network and enter the WPA PSK settings TT refer to the next page
56. ta throughput rate Environmental factors will adversely affect wireless signal range D Link WDA 2320 User Manual Appendix D Contacting Technical Support Contacting Technical Support 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 Before you contact technical support please have the following ready Model number of the product e g WDA 2320 Hardware Revision located on the label on the adapter e g rev A1 Serial Number s n number located on the label on the adapter You can find software updates and user documentation on the D Link website as well as frequently asked questions and answers to technical issues For customers within the United States For customers within Canada Phone Support Phone Support 877 453 5465 800 361 5265 24 hours a day seven days a week Monday to Friday 7 30am to 9 00pm EST Internet Support Internet Support http support dlink com http support dlink ca support dlink com email support dlink ca D Link WDA 2320 User Manual 75 Appendix E Warranty Warranty Subject to the terms and conditions set forth herein D Link Systems Inc D Link provides this Limited Warranty Only to the person or entity that originally purchased the product from D Link or its auth
57. tails about the wireless network such as the network Network Name D link name SSID network type Infrastructure and if Network Type Infrastructure the network is secured Securty None D Link WDA 2320 User Manual 38 Section 3 Configuration Add Profile You may add a new network by clicking the New button from the My Wireless Networks page Profile Settings xj Profile Name Enter a name for your profile e g Home Office Coffee Shop vem ai SSID Enter the SSID of the wireless network SSID Defaut Network Type 6 Infrastructure Adhoc Network Type Select the network type If you are connecting ET to a wireless router or access point select Set Security Option No Security Infrastructure None C WEP Select the type of security used Please refer to the WPA Passphrase Wireless Security section for more information WPA2 Passphrase Security Set Security C WPA Click OK to save your settings WPA2 EAP 802 1X OK Button D Link WDA 2320 User Manual 39 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 SSID Displays the SSID of the network Network Type Displays the network type Set Security Select the type
58. th ACK Frequency Range 2 4GHz to 2 462GHz Wireless Signal Range Indoors Up to 328 feet 100 meters Outdoors Up to 1 312 feet 400 meters D Link WDA 2320 User Manual Power Consumption PowerSave mode 28mA Standby mode 4 66mA Transmit mode 248mA Modulation Technology Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing OFDM Complementary Code Keying CCK Receiver Sensitivity 54Mbps OFDM 10 PER 68dBm 48Mbps OFDM 10 PER 68dBm 36Mbps OFDM 10 PER 75dBm 24Mbps OFDM 10 PER 79dBm 18Mbps OFDM 10 PER 82dBm 12Mbps OFDM 10 PER 84dBm 11Mbps CCK 8 PER 82dBm 9Mbps OFDM 10 PER 87dBm 6Mbps OFDM 10 PER 88dBm e 5 5Mbps 8 PER 85dBm 2Mbps QPSK 8 PER 86dBm 1Mbps BPSK 8 PER 89dBm Transmitter Output Power 15dBm 2dB External Antenna Type Dipole with detachable reverse SMA connector 73 Appendix C Technical Specifications Operating Temperature 32 F to 131 F 0 C to 55 C Humidity 95 maximum non condensing Dimensions e L 4 64 114 3 e W 2 13 54mm e H 0 34 inches 8 7mm Weight 0 12 Ib 55g Warranty 1 Year 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 da
59. to easily discover available wireless networks and create and save detailed connectivity profiles Utilizes OFDM technology Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802 11b g specifications Actual data throughput will vary Network conditions and environmental factors including volume of network traffic building materials and construction and network overhead lower actual data throughput rate Environmental factors may adversely affect wireless signal range D Link WDA 2320 User Manual Section 1 Product Overview Hardware Overview LEDs Link A steady light indicates a connection to a wireless network n e o o o ze o 2 RANGEBOOSTER DESKTOP ADAPTER MAC 10 A blinking light indicates activity on the network D Link WDA 2320 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 Remove any previous installations of wireless adapters Disable any built in wireless adapters e Verify the settings such as the SSID and security settings of the net
60. ty settings are correct The key or passphrase must be exactly the same as on the wireless router D Link WDA 2320 User Manual Connect to a network Type the network security key or passphrase for Candy The person who setup the network can give you the key or passphrase Security key or passphrase 7 Display characters ea Ifyou have USB flash drive with network settings for Candy insert it now 44 Section 3 Configuration Connect to a Wireless Network Using Windows XP Windows XP users may use the built in wireless utility Zero Configuration Utility The following instructions are for Service Pack 2 users If you are using another company s utility or Windows 2000 please refer to the user manual of your wireless adapter for help with connecting to a wireless network Most utilities will have a site survey option similar to the Windows XP utility as seen below If you receive the Wireless Networks Detected bubble click on the center of the bubble to access the utility or 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 displayed using the SSID and click the Connect button If you get a good signal but cannot access the Internet check you TCP IP settings for your wireless adapter Refer to t
61. uding interference that may cause undesired operation For detailed warranty information applicable to products purchased outside the United States please contact the corresponding local D Link office D Link WDA 2320 User Manual 80 Appendix F Registration Registration legister your product online at http support dlink com register M SLIDE Ms n i Product registration is entirely voluntary and failure to complete or return this form will not diminish your warranty rights Version 1 1 04 01 2008 D Link WDA 2320 User Manual 81
62. up the network can give you the key or passphrase 7 Display characters auem you have USB flash drive with network settings for Candy insert it now D Link WDA 2320 User Manual 53 Section 4 Wireless 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 WDA 2320 User Manual Change Windows Firewall settings Open Network Connections Repair View Available Wireless Networks i Wireless Network Connection 17 Network Tasks Choose a wireless network Refresh network list Click an item in the list below to connect to a wireless network in range or to get more information KR1 Is For a home or small office f Security enabled wireless network WPA aiii Set up a wireless network 222 Related Tasks UD Learn about wireless networking Change the order of preferred networks Change advanced settings m Lounge Security enabled wireless network WPA2 bigbear Secu
63. ut up to 30 miles to serve places like manufacturing plants industrial locations college and high school campuses airports golf courses and many other outdoor venues D Link WDA 2320 User Manual 66 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 Gives everyone at home broadband access Surf the web check email instant message and etc Gets rid of the cables around the house Simple and easy to use Small Office and Home Office eStay on top of everything at home as you would at office Remotely access your office network from home Share Internet connection and printer with multiple computers No need to dedicate office space D Link WDA 2320 User Manual 67 Appendix A Wireless Basics Where is wireless used Wireless technology is expanding everywhere not just at home or office People like
64. versal Serial Bus controllers D Link WDA 2320 User Manual 10 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 the D Link adapter and other network devices to a minimum each wall or ceiling can reduce your adapter s range from 3 90 feet 1 30 meters Position your devices so that the number of walls or ceilings is minimized 2 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 3 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 th
65. work s you want to connect to Remove Existing Installations If you ve installed a different manufacture s adapter or a different model D Link adapter make sure the software is uninstalled before installing the new software Some utilities may cause a conflict with the new software If you plan to use multiple adapters at different times make sure the utilities are not set to load when your computer boots up Windows XP users may use the built in wireless utility for all adapters To remove any old software Windows XP Vista users Click Start Control Panel Add or Remove Programs Windows 2000 users Click Start Settings Control Panel Add or Remove Programs D Link WDA 2320 User Manual 8 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 Device Manager From the desktop right click on the My Computer icon and select Properties 22222 i d Dt Click the Hardware tab and then click Device Manager Scroll down the list and apes Monitors click the sign to the left of Network Adapters apr pre RR Ep D Link AirPlus DWL G630 Wireless Cardbus Adapter Realtek RTL8139 8 10x Family Fast Ethernet NIC PCMCIA adapters dde Processors Sound video and game controllers
66. your setup Connection Established You have successfully connected to your secured wireless network Please click Finish D Link WDA 2320 User Manual 28 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 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 refer to page 30 Modify Click Modify to edit a current profile refer to page 31 Delete Click Delete to remove a profile Active Click Activate to use a profile Allow up to 30 seconds to connect to the wireless network Profile Details The Profile Details section will display information about the wireless network such as the network name SSID network type Infrastructure and if the network is secured D Link WDA 2320 User Manual 33i D Link Wireless Connection Manager winevess My Wireless Networks Profile Details Network Name D Link Network Type Infrastructure Security None 29 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 SSID Enter the SSID of the wireless network

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