D-Link DWL-G122 - Manual

5 Features and Benefits Provides high-speed wireless connection at up to 54Mbps ** 2 Environmental factors may adversely affect range Better Security with WPA - In addition to 64-,128-bit WEP encryption,you can also securely connect to a wireless network using WPA (Wi-FiProtected Access) providing y...

6 Wireless Basics Wireless users can use the same applications they use on a wired network.Wireless adapter cards used on laptop and desktop systems support the sameprotocols as Ethernet adapter cards. D-Link wireless products are based on industry standards to provideeasy-to-use and compatible high...

7 Installation Considerations The DWL-G122 lets you access your network using a wireless connectionfrom virtually anywhere within its operating range. Keep in mind, however, thatthe number, thickness and location of walls, ceilings, or other objects that thewireless signals must pass through, may li...

8 Getting Started With its default settings, the DWL-G122 will connect with other D-Link AirPlus G products, right out of the box. A wireless router - D-Link AirPlus TM G DI-524 A laptop computer with a D-Link AirPlus G DWL-G122 A desktop computer with a D-Link AirPlus G DWL-G122 A cable modem - D-L...

9 You will need broadband Internet access (a cable or DSL-subscriberline into your home or office). Consult with your cable or DSL provider for proper installation of themodem. Connect the cable or DSL modem to your broadband router.(See the Quick Installation Guide included with your router.) Insta...

10 Getting Started (continued) Setting up a Wireless Ad-Hoc Network When assigning IP addresses to the computers on the network, pleaseremember that the IP address for each computer must be in the sameIP address range as all the computers in the network, and the subnetmask must be exactly the same f...

11 Select the Wireless Networks tab. Uncheck the box in the properties windowthat enables windows configuration. D-Link AirPlus G DWL-G122 uses the Configuration Utility as themanagement software. The utility provides the user an easy interface to changeany settings related to the wireless adapter. ...

12 Using the Configuration Utility (continued) Link Info SSID: The Service Set Identifier isthe name assigned to thewireless network. The fac-t o r y S S I D s e t t i n g i sdefault. Tx Rate: The default setting is Auto; Tx Rate settings are automatically determined foran optimal speed up to a maxi...

13 Configuration Using the Configuration Utility (continued) Wireless Mode: SSID: Data Encryption: Service Set Identifier is a name that identifies a wireless network. Access pointsand wireless devices attempting to connect to a specific WLAN (Wireless LocalArea Network) must use the same SSID. The ...

14 Using the Configuration Utility (continued) Authentication: Keys 1-4: Select the default key. Key Length: IP Settings: Choose one of the following modes: Open Authentication – the DWL-G122is visible to all devices on the network.S h a r e d A u t h e n t i c a t i o n – a l l o w scommunication o...

15 Using the Configuration Utility (continued) Advanced Ad-Hoc Channel: All devices in the Ad-Hocnetwork must be set to thesame channel. Click Apply if you have made any changes. Data Packet Parameter: Select the parameters here. Profile IP Settings: Yo u c a n E n a b l e o rDisable the IP Settings...

16 Refresh: Click on Refresh to get themost updated list ofavailable networks. Using the Configuration Utility (continued) Site Survey Available Network: The top section of the window displays the Available Networks. Scroll up anddown the list and highlight the network to which you wish to connect. ...

19 Using the Configuration Utility (continued) Authentication > WPA > Advanced Security Settings Select the EAP typehere. Click Validate Serverif your authenticationserver requires it. Enter the User Name. Click Add and thewindow below willappear. Click OK to save thechanges. Leave the UserCer...

22 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 ...

29 Click Start (in the lower left corner of the screen). Right-click on My Computer. Select Properties. Select the ComputerName Tab in theSystem Propertieswindow. You may enter aComputer Descriptionif you wish; this field isoptional. To rename the computerand join a domain, clickChange. Networking B...

31 This window will appear. Click the Supporttab. Click Close. Assigning a Static IP Address in Windows XP/2000 Note: Many broadband routers will automatically assign IP addresses to thecomputers on the network, using DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol)technology. If you are using a DHCP-capa...

35 1. How do I check to see that the drivers for the DWL-G122 are installed properly? Click DeviceManager. Select theHardwareTab. Troubleshooting Go to Start > MyComputer >Properties. This chapter provides solutions to problems that can occur during the installa-tion and operation of the DWL-G...

38 IEEE 802.11g Technical Specifications USB 2.0 1 Standard 80% maximum, non-condensing Humidity: Antenna Type: Omni-directional Modulation Technology: 54, 48, 36,24, 18, 11, 9, 6 5.5, 2, 1Mbps (with Automatic Fallback) Data Rates: 2.4GHz to 2.462GHz Frequency Range: Indoors: Up to 328 feet (100 met...

40 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 andwithin Canada for the duration of the warranty period on this product. U.S. and Canadian customers can contact D-Link Tech...

41 Subject to the terms and conditions set forth herein, D-Link Systems, Inc. (“D-Link”) provides this Limitedwarranty 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 wi...