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Basics 50 Check your IP address 50 Windows® XP Users 50 Windows® 7/Vista® Users 50 Statically Assign an IP address 51 Windows® XP Users 51 Windows® 7/Vista® Users 52 Technical Specifications 53 Contacting Technical Support 54 Warranty 55 Registration 62 D-Link DWA-548 User Manual 2 - D-Link DWA-548 | Manual - Page 3
D-Link DWA-548 Wireless N 300 PCI Express Desktop Adapter Two Antennas Low Profile Bracket CD with drivers and software If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller. System Requirements • A desktop computer with an available 64-bit PCI Express slot • Windows® 7, Vista®, or XP - D-Link DWA-548 | Manual - Page 4
1 - Product Overview Introduction The D-Link Wireless N 300 PCI Express Desktop Adapter (DWA-548) is an 802.11n client device that delivers unrivaled wireless performance for your desktop computer. With the DWA-548, you can add or upgrade your Desktop PC's wireless connectivity without having to - D-Link DWA-548 | Manual - Page 5
Wireless Networking* - Enable wireless connectivity on your Desktop PC computer with the DWA-548. With the performance of D-Link's Wireless N 300 line of wireless products, the DWA-548 delivers an unsurpassed wireless factors will adversely affect wireless signal range. D-Link DWA-548 User Manual 5 - D-Link DWA-548 | Manual - Page 6
Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Overview 1 1 WLAN LED The LED will blink when the wireless adapter is operating correctly. D-Link DWA-548 User Manual 6 - D-Link DWA-548 | Manual - Page 7
up. Windows® 7, Vista® and XP users may use the built-in wireless utility for all adapters. To remove any old software: Windows® 7 users: Click Start > Control Panel > Uninstall Programs. Windows Vista®/XP users: Click Start > Control Panel > Add or Remove Programs. D-Link DWA-548 User Manual 7 - D-Link DWA-548 | Manual - Page 8
Adapters To prevent any conflicts with the D-Link wireless adapter, it is recommended to disable any wireless adapter (as well as any unused Ethernet adapters). Step 1 From the desktop, right Step 3 Right-click the adapter you would like to disable and select Disable. D-Link DWA-548 User Manual 8 - D-Link DWA-548 | Manual - Page 9
4 Click Yes to disable the adapter. Step 5 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 in the future, simply right-click it and select Enable. D-Link DWA-548 User Manual 9 - D-Link DWA-548 | Manual - Page 10
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-548 User Manual 10 - D-Link DWA-548 | Manual - Page 11
"(where D: represents the drive letter of your CD-ROM drive) and click OK. When the autorun screen appears, click Install and follow the on-screen instructions to install the wireless adapter drivers and software. D-Link DWA-548 User Manual 11 - D-Link DWA-548 | Manual - Page 12
Section 2 - Installation Step 3 The InstallShield Wizard window will appear. Click Next to continue. Step 4 By default setup will install to the default location: C:\Program Files\D-Link\DWA-548, where C: represents the drive letter of your hard drive. To install to a different location click Browse - D-Link DWA-548 | Manual - Page 13
1-2 minutes. Step 7 The Wireless Connection Wizard will now appear. If you want to manually connect to a wireless network, refer to page 16. The following instructions will connect you to a wireless network using Wi-Fi® Protected Setup (WPS). Click Next to continue. D-Link DWA-548 User Manual 13 - D-Link DWA-548 | Manual - Page 14
virtual button 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 Finish to complete your setup. D-Link DWA-548 User Manual 14 - D-Link DWA-548 | Manual - Page 15
Section 2 - Installation Click Finish to complete your setup. D-Link DWA-548 User Manual 15 - D-Link DWA-548 | Manual - Page 16
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 Next to continue. D-Link DWA-548 User Manual 16 - D-Link DWA-548 | Manual - Page 17
display a list of wireless networks (site survey). Click on the network name (SSID) and click Next. Please enter the encryption key and click Next. Click Finish to continue. If you are prompted to reboot your computer, select Yes, I want to restart my computer now. D-Link DWA-548 User Manual 17 - D-Link DWA-548 | Manual - Page 18
wireless adapter. Clicking on the Wireless Connection Manager icon on the desktop will start the Configuration. If you are using Windows® 7, Vista®, or XP, please skip to pages 25, 26 or 27 respectively. Double-click the Wireless Connection Manager icon on your desktop. D-Link DWA-548 User Manual - D-Link DWA-548 | Manual - Page 19
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-548 User Manual 19 - D-Link DWA-548 | Manual - Page 20
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 or Ad-Hoc), and if the network is secured. D-Link DWA-548 User Manual - D-Link DWA-548 | Manual - Page 21
, select Infrastructure. If you are connecting to another wireless client such as an adapter, select Ad-Hoc. 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 DWA-548 User Manual 21 - D-Link DWA-548 | Manual - Page 22
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 DWA-548 - D-Link DWA-548 | Manual - Page 23
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-548 User Manual 23 - D-Link DWA-548 | Manual - Page 24
Section 3 - Configuration About The About screen gives you information about the Firmware and Utility Versions of the DWA-548. D-Link DWA-548 User Manual 24 - D-Link DWA-548 | Manual - Page 25
using the SSID) and click the Connect button. If you get a good signal but cannot access the Internet, check your TCP/IP settings for your wireless adapter. Refer to the Networking Basics section in this manual for more information. D-Link DWA-548 User Manual 25 - D-Link DWA-548 | Manual - Page 26
using the SSID) and click the Connect button. If you get a good signal but cannot access the Internet, check the TCP/IP settings for your wireless adapter. Refer to the Networking Basics section in this manual for more information. D-Link DWA-548 User Manual 26 - D-Link DWA-548 | Manual - Page 27
using the SSID) and click the Connect button. If you get a good signal but cannot access the Internet, check the TCP/IP settings for your wireless adapter. Refer to the Networking Basics section in this manual for more information. D-Link DWA-548 User Manual 27 - D-Link DWA-548 | Manual - Page 28
wireless router or access point. WPA/WPA2-Enterprise 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-548 User Manual - D-Link DWA-548 | Manual - Page 29
the WPA/WPA2-Personal passphrase being used. 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 and the WPA/WPA2-Personal settings, refer to the next page. D-Link DWA-548 User Manual 29 - D-Link DWA-548 | Manual - Page 30
profile and click Modify. 2. Select WPA/WPA2-Personal under Set Security Option. 3. Select TKIP, AES, or Auto. 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-548 User Manual - D-Link DWA-548 | Manual - Page 31
wireless adapter. If you are joining an existing network, you will need to know the security key or passphrase being used. 1. Click on the wireless icon in your system tray (lower-right corner). 2. The utility will display any available wireless networks in your area. D-Link DWA-548 User Manual - D-Link DWA-548 | Manual - Page 32
you get a good signal but cannot access the Internet, check your TCP/IP settings for your wireless adapter. Refer to the Networking Basics section in this manual for more information. 4. The following window appears while your computer tries to connect to the router. D-Link DWA-548 User Manual 32 - D-Link DWA-548 | Manual - Page 33
also connect by pushing the WPS button on the router. 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-548 User Manual 33 - D-Link DWA-548 | Manual - Page 34
. 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-548 User Manual 34 - D-Link DWA-548 | Manual - Page 35
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-548 User Manual 35 - D-Link DWA-548 | Manual - Page 36
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-548 User Manual 36 - D-Link DWA-548 | Manual - Page 37
click Connect. It may take 20-30 seconds to connect to the wireless network. If the connection fails, please verify that the WPA/WPA2-Personal settings are correct. The WPA/WPA2-Personal passphrase must be exactly the same as on the wireless router or access point. D-Link DWA-548 User Manual 37 - D-Link DWA-548 | Manual - Page 38
certificates. 1. Open the Wireless Connection Manager by double-clicking on the D-Link icon on your desktop. Click on New to create a new profile or highlight an existing profile and click Modify. address(es) of your RADIUS servers. 7. Click OK to save your settings. D-Link DWA-548 User Manual 38 - D-Link DWA-548 | Manual - Page 39
Section 5 - Troubleshooting Troubleshooting This chapter provides solutions to problems that can occur during the installation and operation of the DWA-548. Read the following descriptions if you are having problems. The examples below are illustrated in Windows® XP. If you have a different - D-Link DWA-548 | Manual - Page 40
Section 5 - Troubleshooting Click the + sign next to Network Adapters. Right-click on D-Link DWA-548 Desktop PCI Express Adapter. Select Properties to check that the drivers are installed properly. D-Link DWA-548 Wireless N 300 PCI Express Adapter Look under Device Status to check that the device - D-Link DWA-548 | Manual - Page 41
Section 5 - Troubleshooting 2. I cannot connect to the access point or the wireless router. • Make sure that the SSID on the DWA-548 Desktop PCI Express Adapter is exactly the same as the SSID on the Access Point or wireless router. • Move the DWA-548 and Access Point or Wireless router into the - D-Link DWA-548 | Manual - Page 42
- Troubleshooting 5. The computer does not recognize the DWA-548 Wireless Adapter. • Make sure that the DWA-548 Wireless Adapter is properly seated in the computer's PCI Express slot. • If Windows does not detect the hardware upon insertion of the adapter, make sure to completely remove drivers that - D-Link DWA-548 | Manual - Page 43
network. 7. How can I troubleshoot distance issues using the DWA-548? • Move the DWA-548 and Access Point or Wireless router into the same room and then test the wireless connection. • Change the channel of the Access Point. • Move devices within the line of sight. D-Link DWA-548 User Manual 43 - D-Link DWA-548 | Manual - Page 44
Section 5 - Troubleshooting Windows® 7 Troubleshooting Go to Start > Computer > Properties. Select the Device Manager D-Link DWA-548 User Manual 44 - D-Link DWA-548 | Manual - Page 45
Troubleshooting Click the + sign next to Network Adapters. Right-click on D-Link DWA-548 Desktop PCI Express 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 DWA-548 User - D-Link DWA-548 | Manual - Page 46
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-548 User Manual 46 - D-Link DWA-548 | Manual - Page 47
, the signal can travel up to 300 feet. With an outdoor access point the signal can reach out 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 DWA-548 User Manual 47 - D-Link DWA-548 | Manual - Page 48
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-548 User Manual 48 - D-Link DWA-548 | Manual - Page 49
on same frequency. Security Don't let your 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. D-Link DWA-548 User Manual 49 - D-Link DWA-548 | Manual - Page 50
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 adapters. D-Link DWA-548 User Manual 50 - D-Link DWA-548 | Manual - Page 51
XP Users • Windows® XP - Click on Start > Control Panel. Make sure you are in Classic View. Double-click on the Network Connections icon. • Right-click on the Local Area Connection which represents your D-Link wireless from your ISP). • Click OK to save your settings. D-Link DWA-548 User Manual 51 - D-Link DWA-548 | Manual - Page 52
along the left panel in the window. For Windows® 7, click on Change adapter settings. • Right-click on the Local Area Connection which represents your D-Link wireless network adapter which will be enter a DNS server from your ISP). • Click OK to save your settings. D-Link DWA-548 User Manual 52 - D-Link DWA-548 | Manual - Page 53
(2.57 in) • W = 55mm (2.17 in) • H = 1.57mm (0.06 in) •Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11g and 802.11n specifications. Actual data throughput will vary. Network rate. Environmental factors will adversely affect wireless signal range. D-Link DWA-548 User Manual 53 - D-Link DWA-548 | Manual - Page 54
asked questions and answers to technical issues. For customers within the United States: Phone Support: (877) 453-5465 Internet Support: http://support.dlink.com For customers within Canada: Phone Support: (800) 361-5265 Internet Support: http://support.dlink.ca D-Link DWA-548 User Manual 54 - D-Link DWA-548 | Manual - Page 55
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-548 User Manual - D-Link DWA-548 | Manual - Page 56
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 and entering the assigned Case ID Number at https://rma.dlink.com/. D-Link DWA-548 User Manual 56 - D-Link DWA-548 | Manual - Page 57
a receipt, no warranty service will be done. The Number from D-Link Technical Support at 1-800-361 https://rma.dlink.ca/. • manuals or accessories in the shipping package. D-Link will only replace the defective portion of the product and will not ship back any accessories. D-Link DWA-548 User Manual - D-Link DWA-548 | Manual - Page 58
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 AND PERFORMANCE OF THE PRODUCT IS WITH THE PURCHASER OF THE PRODUCT. D-Link DWA-548 User Manual 58 - D-Link DWA-548 | Manual - Page 59
notice. Copyright ©2012 by D-Link Corporation/D-Link Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. CE Mark Warning: This is a Class B product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference, in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures. D-Link DWA-548 User Manual 59 - D-Link DWA-548 | Manual - Page 60
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 outside the United States, please contact the corresponding local D-Link office. D-Link DWA-548 User Manual 60 - D-Link DWA-548 | Manual - Page 61
antenna having a maximum gain of 2 dB. Antenna having a higher gain is strictly prohibited per regulations of Industry Canada. The required antenna impedance is 50 ohms. D-Link DWA-548 User Manual 61 - D-Link DWA-548 | Manual - Page 62
Appendix F - Registration Registration Register your product online at http://registration.dlink.com Product registration is entirely voluntary and failure to complete or return this form will not diminish your warranty rights. Version 1.0 March 19, 2012 D-Link DWA-548 User Manual 62
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