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  • D-Link DWL-G520M | Product Manual - Page 1
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    DWL-G520M User's Manual Table of Contents Table of Contents Table of Contents 2 Package Contents 3 Introduction ...4 Features and Benefits 5 Wireless Basics 6 Installation Considerations 8 Getting Started 9 Using the Configuration Utility 12 Link Info...13 Configuration 14 Encryption 15 Site
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    Package Contents  D-Link DWL-G520M 108G MIMO Wireless Desktop Adapter  Manual on CD  Printed Quick Installation Guide If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller. Minimum System Requirements  A desktop computer with an available 32-bit PCI slot  Windows XP/2000  At
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    on the latest in Smart Antenna technology, 2XR technology provides the DWL-G520M Wireless 108G MIMO Desktop Adapter with the performance boost which delivers Xccelerated Rates at Xtended Range. When paired with D-Link's 2XR-powered Wireless 108G MIMO Router for an end-to-end solution, obtain up to
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    Desktop Adapter with D-Link's Wireless 108G MIMO Router for the total performance benefits of up to 8x faster speeds and 8x better coverage*. Complete Support for WPA Support for the latest wireless security technologies ensures that your wireless connection is safe and secure via WPA-PSK. The DWL
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    DWL-G520M User's Manual 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. D-Link wireless products will allow you access to
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    DWL-G520M User's Manual Wireless Basics Standards-Based Technology The DWL-G520M Wireless PCI Adapter utilizes the 802.11g standard. The the amount of crosstalk (interference) in signal transmissions. The D-Link DWL-G520M will automatically sense the best possible connection speed to ensure the
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    in your home or business. The key to maximizing wireless range is to follow these basic guidelines:  Keep the number of walls and ceilings between the DWL-G520M 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
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    example shown on the following page contains the following D-Link network devices (your existing network may be comprised of other devices):  A wireless router - D-Link 108G MIMO DI-634M  Desktop computers with a D-Link 108G MIMO DWL-G520M  A cable modem - D-Link DCM-202 D-Link Systems, Inc. 9
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    the D-Link DWL-G520M 108G MIMO Wireless Desktop Adapter into an available PCI slot on your desktop computer. (See the Quick Installation Guide included with the DWL-G520M.) 5 Install another D-Link DWL-G520M 108G MIMO Wireless Desktop Adapter into an available PCI slot on your desktop computer
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    : 1 Install the D-Link DWL-G520M 108G MIMO Wireless Desktop adapter into the desktop computer. (See the Quick Installation Guide included with the product.) 2 Install the D-Link DWL-G650M 108G MIMO Wireless Notebook adapter into the laptop computer or another DWL-G520 in a desktop computer. (See
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    -G520M User's Manual Using the Configuration Utility Using the Configuration Utility D-Link DWL-G520M 108G MIMO Wireless Desktop adapter uses the Configuration Utility as the management software. The utility provides the user an easy interface to change any settings related to the wireless adapter
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    DWL-G520M User's Manual Link Info Using the Configuration Utility Status: Displays the MAC address of the access point or router to which the DWL-G520M is associated. SSID: The Service Set Identifier is the name assigned to the wireless network. The factory SSID setting is default. Tx Rate: The
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    DWL-G520M User's Manual Configuration Using the Configuration Utility SSID (1-3): The Service Set Identifier is the name assigned to the wireless network. The factory SSID setting is default. You can enter up to 3 wireless networks to connect to. Wireless Mode: Select Infrastructure if you want to
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    DWL-G520M User's Manual Encryption Using the Configuration Utility Encryption: Select the Encryption mode here. The choices are: WEP, WPA-PSK or None. When WPA-PSK is selected, click Config and the pop-up windows, shown on the following pages, will appear on your screen. Auth. Mode: Choose one of
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    DWL-G520M User's Manual Encryption-WPA-PSK Using the Configuration Utility When you select WPA-PSK in the Encryption window, the screen below will appear. Suitable for the home user, WPA-PSK (WPA Pre- . *Hint: The longer the key, the more secure your network will be. D-Link Systems, Inc. 16
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    DWL-G520M User's Manual Site Survey Using the Configuration Utility Available Network: The top section of the window displays the Available Networks. Scroll up and down the list and highlight the Properties: Click to configure properties on the popup screen on the next page. D-Link Systems, Inc. 17
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    selection is automatically determined by the DWL-G520M. Power Saving: Continuous Access Mode is the default setting. For best results leave this setting at the default. Auth Mode: Select Open, Shared or Auto. Support Band: Select the wireless mode of your wireless network. 11G - Connect to an 802
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    DWL-G520M User's Manual Using the Configuration Utility Site Survey - Profile Configuration Security: Select the Encryption mode here.The choices are: WEP or WPA-PSK. When WPA-PSK is selected, click Config and the pop-up windows ASCII format. OK: Click OK to save the settings. D-Link Systems, Inc. 19
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    DWL-G520M User's Manual About Using the Configuration Utility About: The About screen displays the MAC address, Utility version and the Driver version of the DWL-G520M. D-Link Systems, Inc. 20
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    DWL-G520M User's Manual Networking Basics Networking Basics 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
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    DWL-G520M User's Manual Please follow all the instructions in this window: Networking Basics Click Next. In the following window, select the best description of your computer. If your computer connects to the Internet through a router, select the second option as shown. Click Next. D-Link
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    DWL-G520M User's Manual Networking Basics Enter a Computer description and a Computer name (optional.) Click Next. Enter a Workgroup name. All computers on your network should have the same Workgroup name. Click Next. D-Link Systems, Inc. 23
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    DWL-G520M User's Manual Networking Basics Please wait while the Network Setup Wizard applies the changes. When the changes are complete, click Next. Please wait while the Network Setup Wizard configures the computer. This may take a few minutes. D-Link Systems, Inc. 24
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    DWL-G520M User's Manual Networking Basics In the window below, select the option that fits your needs. In this example, Create a Network Setup Disk has been selected.You will run this disk on each
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    DWL-G520M User's Manual Networking Basics Please read the information under Here's how in the screen below. After you complete the Network Setup Wizard you will use the Network Setup Disk to run the Network Setup Wizard once on each of the computers on your network. Click Next. D-Link Systems,
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    DWL-G520M User's Manual Networking Basics Please read the information on this screen, then click Finish to complete the Network Setup computers on your network. After running the Network Setup Disk on all your computers, your new wireless network will be ready to use. D-Link Systems, Inc. 27
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    DWL-G520M User's Manual Networking Basics Naming your Computer To name your computer using Windows XP, please follow these directions: Click Start (in the lower left corner of the screen). Right-click on My Computer. Select Properties. Select the Computer Name Tab in the System Properties window.
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    DWL-G520M User's Manual Networking Basics Naming Your Computer In this window, enter the Computer name. Select Workgroup and enter the name of the Workgroup. All computers on your network must have the same Workgroup name. Click OK. Checking the IP Address in Windows XP All wireless adapter-
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    DWL-G520M User's Manual Checking the IP Address in Windows XP Click the Support tab. Networking Basics Click Close. Assigning a Static IP Address in Windows XP/2000 Note: assign a static IP address, please follow these instructions: Go to Start. Click on Control Panel. D-Link Systems, Inc. 30
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    DWL-G520M User's Manual Networking Basics Assigning a Static IP Address in Windows XP/2000 Double-click on Network Connections. Right-click on Local Area Connections (or Wireless Network Connection). Click on Properties. D-Link Systems, Inc. 31
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    DWL-G520M User's Manual Networking Basics Assigning a Static IP Address in Windows XP/2000 Click on Internet Protocol (TCP/IP). Click Properties. Input your IP Gateway.) The DNS server information will be supplied by your ISP (Internet Service Provider.) Click OK. D-Link Systems, Inc. 32
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    DWL-G520M User's Manual Checking the Wireless Connection by Pinging in Windows XP and 2000 Networking Basics Go to Start > Run > type cmd. A window similar to this one will appear. Type ping xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx, where xxx is the IP address of the wireless router or access point. A good wireless
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    DWL-G520M User's Manual Troubleshooting Troubleshooting This chapter provides solutions to problems that can occur during the installation and operation of the DWL-G520M. Read the following descriptions if you are having problems. (The examples below are illustrated in Windows XP. If you have
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    DWL-G520M User's Manual Troubleshooting Double-click on Network Adapters. Right-click on D-Link DWL-G520M 108G MIMO Wireless Desktop Adapter. Select Properties to check that the drivers are installed properly. D-Link DWL-G520M 108G MIMO Wireless Desktop Adapter Look under Device Status to check
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    DWL-G520M User's Manual Troubleshooting 2. What variables may cause my wireless products to lose reception? D-Link products let you access your network from virtually anywhere you want. However, the positioning of the products within your environment will affect the wireless range. Please refer to
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    DWL-G520M User's Manual Bus Type Security Data Rates* Range 95% maximum, non-condensing Diversity 32-bit PCI 64 and 128-bit WEP WPA-PSK 54, 48, 36,24, 18, ) Media Access Control CSMA/CA with ACK * Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11g specifications Link Systems, Inc. 37
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    DWL-G520M User's Manual Receiver Sensitivity 54Mbps OFDM 48Mbps OFDM 36Mbps OFDM 24Mbps OFDM 18Mbps OFDM 12Mbps OFDM 11Mbps OFDM 9Mbps 2dB Physical Dimensions Weight Warranty L = 6.50 inches W = 0.75 inches H = 4.75 inches 0.12 lb. (4.4g) 1 year Technical Specifications D-Link Systems, Inc. 38
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    peripherals such as printers, scanners, and etc. PCI Network Adapter - A device that connects a desktop to the network. Router - A device that connects LANs, WANs, and the Internet. SSID (Service Set Identifier) - A network name that identifies the wireless network. WAN (Wide Area Network) - A network
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    DWL-G520M User's Manual Contacting Technical Support Contacting 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 and within Canada for the duration of the warranty period on
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    DWL-G520M User's Manual Warranty Warranty Subject to the terms and conditions set forth herein, D-Link Systems, Inc. ("D-Link") provides this Limited warranty for its product only to the person or entity that originally purchased the product from: · D-Link or its authorized reseller or
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    DWL-G520M User's Manual Warranty 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 case, the product is being sold "As-Is"
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    DWL-G520M User's Manual 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 or adaptation without permission from D-Link Corporation/D-Link Systems, with the instructions, may cause
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    DWL-G520M User's Manual Warranty FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. D-Link declares that the DWL-G520M (FCC ID: KA2DWLG520MA1) is limited in CH1~CH11 by specified firmware controlled
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    DWL-G520M User's Manual Registration Registration Product registration is entirely voluntary and failure to complete or return this form will not diminish your warranty rights. 05/17/2005 D-Link Systems, Inc. 45
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