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    10 Adapter Installation 11 Configuration 17 D-Link Wireless Connection Manager 17 Wireless Networks 18 Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS 19 My Wireless Networks 22 Add Profile 23 Modify Profile 24 Support 25 About 26 Connect to a Wireless Network 27 Using Windows® Vista 27 Using Windows® XP 29
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    • D-Link DWA-130 Wireless N™ USB Adapter • Cradle • Manual and Warranty on CD • D-Link Wireless Connection Manager on CD • Quick Installation Guide System Requirements • A computer or laptop with an available USB 2.0 port • Windows® Vista™, 2000 (Service Pack 4) or XP (Service Pack
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    a Wireless N™ router and stay connected from virtually anywhere in the home. This USB Adapter supports WPA and WPA2 encryption to prevent outside intrusion and protect your personal information from being exposed. D-Link's Quick Setup Wizard guides you step-by-step through the installation process
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    wireless authentication. • Position the DWA-130 almost anywhere in your workspace to achieve the best reception possible. • Supports Infrastructure networks via an access point • User-friendly configuration and diagnostic utilities. * Using a USB 1.1 port will adversely affect throughput. D-Link
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    Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Overview USB Port Used to connect the DWA-130 to your computer. D-Link DWA-130 User Manual 
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    . 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 DWA-130 User Manual
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    and select Properties. Click the Hardware tab and then click Device Manager. Scroll down the list and click the + sign to the left of Network Adapters. Right-click the adapter you would like to disable and select Disable. D-Link DWA-130 User Manual 
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    Section 2 - Installation Click Yes to disable the adapter. The adapter is now disabled. When disabled, a red X will be displayed. Disabling the adapter will not remove the drivers. If you would like to use the adapter, simply right-click it and select Enable. D-Link DWA-130 User Manual 
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    ceiling fans, lights, and home security systems), your wireless connection may degrade dramatically or drop completely. Make sure your 2.4GHz phone base is as far away from your wireless devices as possible. The base transmits a signal even if the phone in not in use. D-Link DWA-130 User Manual 10
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    -130 USB Adapter into your computer before installing the driver software from the D-Link CD. Turn on the computer and Insert the D-Link DWA-130 Driver CD in the CD-ROM drive. If the CD Auto-run function does not automatically start on your computer, go to Start > Run. In the run box type "D:\DWA130
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    will install to the default location: C:\Program Files\D-Link\DWA-130, where C: represents the drive letter of your hard drive. To install to a different location click Browse and specify the location. Click Next Select the Program Files folder location. Click Next D-Link DWA-130 User Manual 12
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    appears, click Cancel. Click Next The Wireless Connection Wizard will now appear. If you want to manually connect to a wireless network, refer to page 15. The following instructions will connect you to a wireless network using Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS). Click Next D-Link DWA-130 User Manual 13
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    as shown in the screenshot. Press the WPS button on your access point or wireless router within 2 minutes to establish connectivity. When this screen appears, you have successfully connected to your wireless network. Click Next to complete your setup. Click Next D-Link DWA-130 User Manual 14
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    be brought to the site survey page. Click Scan to display the site survey page. Click Next Click the Scan button to display a list of wireless networks (site survey). Click on the network name (SSID) and click Next. Click Next D-Link DWA-130 User Manual 15
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    Installation When this screen appears, you are successfully connected to your wireless network. Click Next to complete your setup. Click Next Click Finish to continue. If you are prompted to reboot your computer, select Yes, I want to restart my computer now. Click Finish D-Link DWA-130 User Manual
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    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 27 or Windows® XP skip to page 29. Double-click the Wireless Connection Manager icon on your desktop. D-Link DWA-130 User Manual
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    -up window will appear. Enter the security information to connect (refer to the Wireless Security section for more information). Activate Button: Select a wireless network profile from the drop-down menu and click Activate to connect. Allow up to 30 seconds to connect. D-Link DWA-130 User Manual
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    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 DWA-130 User Manual 19
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    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. Once you click Next, you will have 2 minutes to enter this number in your access point or wireless router. Click Next D-Link DWA-130 User Manual 20
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    Section 3 - Configuration The adapter will try to establish connectivity to your access point or wireless router. When this screen appears, you have successfully established connectivity. Click Finish to complete your setup. Click Finish D-Link DWA-130 User Manual 21
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    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 DWA-130 User Manual 22
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    are connecting to a wireless router or access point, select Infrastructure. (Ad-hoc mode is not supported) Security Type: 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 DWA-130 User Manual 23
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    profile by selecting the profile and clicking the Modify button from the My Wireless Networks page. Profile Name: Enter a name for your profile (e.g. Home, Please refer to the Wireless Security section for more information. OK Button: Click OK to save your settings. D-Link DWA-130 User Manual 24
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    Section 3 - Configuration Support If you need help, click the Support button. A panel will appear to the right of the utility which will display information about the utility. D-Link DWA-130 User Manual 25
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    Section 3 - Configuration About The About screen gives you information about the Firmware and Utility Versions of the DWA-130. D-Link DWA-130 User Manual 26
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    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 the Networking Basics section in this manual for more information. D-Link DWA-130 User Manual 27
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    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 security settings are correct. The key or passphrase must be exactly the same as on the wireless router. D-Link DWA-130 User Manual 28
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    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
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    on your wireless router or access point. WPA/WPA2 incorporates user authentication through the Extensible Authentication Protocol (EAP). EAP is built on a more secure public key encryption system to ensure that only authorized network users can access the network. D-Link DWA-130 User Manual 30
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    WPA/WPA2 Passphrase Using the D-Link Wireless Connection Manager It is recommended to enable WPA-PSK on your wireless router or access point before configuring your wireless adapter. If you are joining an network and enter the WPA-PSK settings, refer to the next page. D-Link DWA-130 User Manual 31
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    profile and click Modify. 2. Select WPA/WPA2-Personal 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. D-Link DWA-130 User Manual 32
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    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 DWA-130 User Manual 33
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    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 security settings are correct. The key or passphrase must be exactly the same as on the wireless router. D-Link DWA-130 User Manual 34
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    Open the Windows® XP Wireless Utility by right-clicking on the wireless computer icon in your system tray (lower-right corner of screen). Select View Available Wireless Networks. 2. Highlight the wireless network (SSID) you would like to connect to and click Connect. D-Link DWA-130 User Manual 35
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    WPA-PSK passphrase and click Connect. It may take 20-30 seconds to connect to the wireless network. If the connection fails, please verify that the WPA-PSK settings are correct. The WPA-PSK passphrase must be exactly the same as on the wireless router or access point. D-Link DWA-130 User Manual 36
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    Link Wireless Connection Manager WPA and WPA2 are for advanced users who are familiar with using a RADIUS server and setting up certificates. 1. Open the Wireless Connection Manager by double-clicking on the D-Link RADIUS servers. 8. Click OK to save your settings. D-Link DWA-130 User Manual 37
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    illustrated in Windows® XP. If you have a different operating system, the screenshots on your computer will look similar to the following examples.) 1. How do I know if my adapter is installed properly? Go to Start > My Computer > Properties. Select the Hardware Tab. D-Link DWA-130 User Manual 38
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    -click on D-Link DWA-130 USB Adapter. Select Properties to check that the drivers are installed properly. D-Link DWA-130 USB Adapter Look under Device Status to check that the device is working properly. Click OK to continue. D-Link DWA-130 Wireless USB Adapter D-Link DWA-130 User Manual 39
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    5 - Troubleshooting 2. The computer does not recognize the DWA-130 Wireless USB Adapter. Make sure that the DWA-130 Wireless USB Adapter is properly seated in the computer's USB port. If Windows does not detect the hardware upon insertion of the adapter, make sure to completely remove drivers that
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    on the WLAN icon in the taskbar > click on Configuration to change the settings for the wireless adapter. If Security is enabled, make sure that the correct encryption keys are entered on both the DWA-130 and the access point. Double-click on the WLAN icon in the taskbar > click Encryption. Check
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    Ethernet adapter cards. Under many circumstances, it may be desirable for mobile network devices to link to a conventional Ethernet LAN in order to use servers, printers or an Internet connection supplied through the wired LAN. A Wireless Router is a device used to provide this link. D-Link DWA-130
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    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 school campuses, airports, golf courses, and many other outdoor venues. D-Link DWA-130 User Manual 43
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    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 printer with multiple computers • No need to dedicate office space D-Link DWA-130 User Manual 44
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    Link USB Adapter with your laptop, you can access the hotspot to connect to Internet from remote locations like: Airports, Hotels, Coffee Shops, Libraries, Restaurants, and Convention Centers. Wireless network is easy to setup, but if you're installing same frequency. D-Link DWA-130 User Manual 45
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    . All the wireless devices, or clients, will connect to the wireless router or access point. An Ad-Hoc* network contains only clients, such as laptops with wireless USB Adapters. All the adapters must be in Ad-Hoc mode to communicate. * Not supported with the DWA-130. D-Link DWA-130 User Manual 46
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    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 DWA-130 User Manual 47
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    ® XP - Click on Start > 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
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    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 a DNS server from your ISP). • Click OK to save your settings. D-Link DWA-130 User Manual 49
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    Specifications Technical Specifications Standards • IEEE 802.11n (draft 2.0) • IEEE 802.11g Bus Type • USB 2.0 (1.1 compatible) Security • WPA/WPA2 - Wi-Fi Protected Access (TKIP, MIC, IV rate. Environmental factors will adversely affect wireless signal range. D-Link DWA-130 User Manual 50
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    support, please have the following ready: • Model number of the product (e.g. DWA-130) • Hardware Revision (located on the label on the adapter (e.g. rev B1)) • Serial Number (s/n number located on the label on the adapter). You can find software updates and user documentation on the D-Link
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    Link at an Authorized D-Link Service Office. The replacement 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 DWA-130 User Manual
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    is not registered. • The customer must obtain a Case ID Number from D-Link Technical Support at 1-800-361-5265, who will attempt to assist the customer in resolving any suspected defects with the product. If the product is considered defective, the customer must D-Link DWA-130 User Manual 53
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    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 , FITNESS FOR A D-Link DWA-130 User Manual 54
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    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. D-Link DWA-130 User Manual 55
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    installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions U.S.A. is firmware-limited to channels Link office. Industry Canada Notice: This device complies with Canadian RSS-210 D-Link DWA-130 User Manual
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    . End users must follow the specific operating instructions for satisfying RF exposure compliance. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the les interférences pouvant perturber le bon fonctionnement de ce périphérique. D-Link DWA-130 User Manual 57
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    Appendix F - Registration Registration Product registration is entirely voluntary and failure to complete or return this form will not diminish your warranty rights. Version 2.0 March 31, 2008 D-Link DWA-130 User Manual 58
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