D-Link DWL-G132 - Manual

6 Features and Benefits ** 3 Environmental factors may adversely affect range. User-friendly configuration and diagnostic utilities. Supports Infrastructure networks via an access point andPeer-to-Peer communication in Ad-Hoc mode. Connects at up to 328 feet indoors 3 . 1 year warranty. 2 Using a US...

7 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...

8 Installation Considerations The DWL-G132 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...

9 A wireless router - D-Link AirPlus Xtreme G TM DI-624 A laptop computer with a D-Link AirPlus Xtreme G TM DWL-G132 A desktop computer with a D-Link AirPlus Xtreme G TM DWL-G132 A cable modem - D-Link DCM-201 With its default settings, the DWL-G132 will connect with other D-Link AirPlus Xtreme G TM...

10 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.) Inst...

11 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...

12 Select the Wireless Networks tab. Uncheck the box in the properties windowthat enables windows configuration. D-Link AirPlus Xtreme G TM DWL-G132 uses the Configuration Utility as the management software. The utility provides the user an easy interface tochange any settings related to the wireles...

13 Using the Configuration Utility (continued) Link Info SSID: The Service Set Identifier is the name assigned to the wireless network. Thefactory SSID setting is default. Status: Displays the MAC address of the access point or router to which theDWL-G132 is associated. Frequency: 802.11b indicates ...

15 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 ...

16 Using the Configuration Utility (continued) Authentication: Keys 1-4: When you select WEP encryption, you will enter up to four WEP keys in thefields provided, using either Hexadecimal or ASCII format. From the keys youhave entered, select the default key by clicking on the button next to it. Cho...

19 Using the Configuration Utility (continued) Advanced Frequency: Select 802.11b/g forc o m p a t i b i l i t y w i t h b o t h8 0 2 . 11 b o r 8 0 2 . 11 gnetworks, or select 802.11bonly. Super G: Selecting Super G modeenables a maximumwireless signal rate of up to108Mbps.* *Maximum wireless signa...

21 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. ...

24 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. C l i c k A d d a n d t h ewindow on the followingpage will appear. Click OK to save the...

28 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 ...

35 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...

37 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...

41 1. How do I check to see that the drivers for the DWL-G132 are installed properly? Click DeviceManager. Select theHardwareTab. Troubleshooting Go to Start > MyComputer >Properties. This chapter provides solutions to problems that can occur during theinstallation and operation of the DWL-G13...

44 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...

46 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...

47 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...