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  • D-Link DWL-G122 | Product Manual - Page 1
    D-Link AirPlusTM G DWL-G122 802.11g (2.4GHz) Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter Manual Building Networks for People
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    Contents Package Contents 3 Introduction 4 Features and Benefits 5 Wireless Basics 6 Installation Considerations 7 Getting Started 8 Using the Configuration Utility 11 Networking Basics 22 Troubleshooting 35 Technical Specifications 38 Contacting Technical Support 40 Warranty 41 2
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    Contents of Package: D-Link AirPlusTM G DWL-G122 2.4 GHz Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter Manual on CD-ROM Quick Installation Guide Cradle If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller. System Requirements: A computer or laptop with an available USB port Windows XP/2000 At least 64MB
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    other 802.11b or 802.11g Wi-Fi-compliant wireless routers, access points and adapters. The DWL-G122 connects to any available USB port on a laptop or desktop Windows -based computer and also includes a USB cradle. With the optional USB cradle, the DWL-G122 can be positioned virtually anywhere at
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    (Wi-Fi Protected Access) providing you a much higher level of security for your data and communication than has previously been available. Optimal wireless reception using its cradle (included). Position the DWL-G122 almost anywhere in your workspace to achieve the best reception possible. Supports
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    high-speed wireless connectivity within your home, business or public access wireless networks. D-Link wireless products Wireless users can use the same applications they use on a wired network. Wireless adapter cards used on laptop and desktop systems support the same protocols as Ethernet adapter
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    key to maximizing wireless range is to follow these basic guidelines: 1 Keep the number of walls and ceilings between the DWL-G122 and other network a negative effect on range. Try to position wireless devices and computers with wireless adapters so that the signal passes through drywall or open
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    DWL-G122 Wireless Network USB adapters. On the following pages we will show you an example of an Infrastructure Network and an Ad-Hoc Network. An Infrastructure network contains an access point or router. The Infrastructure network example shown on the following page contains the following D-Link
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    your router.) Install the D-Link AirPlusTM G DWL-G122 Wireless USB adapter into an available USB port on your desktop computer. (See the Quick Installation Guide included with the DWL-G122.) Install the D-Link AirPlus G DWL-G122 wireless USB adapter into an available USB port on your laptop computer
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    ) Setting up a Wireless Ad-Hoc Network DWL-G122 Wireless USB Adapter Install the D-Link AirPlusTMG DWL-G122 Wireless USB adapter into the desktop computer. (See the Quick Installation Guide included with the product.) Install the D-Link AirPlus G DWL-G122 Wireless USB adapter into the laptop
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    Utility D-Link AirPlusTM G DWL-G122 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. After you have completed the installation of the DWL-G122 (refer to the Quick Installation Guide that
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    Using the Configuration Utility (continued) Status: Displays the MAC address of the access point or router to which the DWL-G122 is associated Link Info SSID: The Service Set Identifier is the name assigned to the wireless network. The factory SSID setting is default. Frequency: 802.11b
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    Service Set Identifier is a name that identifies a wireless network. Access points and wireless devices attempting to connect to a specific WLAN (Wireless default setting). Ad-Hoc - wireless mode used when connecting directly to a computer equipped with a wireless adapter in a Peer-to-Peer
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    DWL-G122 is visible to all devices on the network. Shared Authentication - allows communication only with other devices with identical WEP settings. Auto - will automatically adjust to the Authentication mode of the wireless the Configuration window, the pop-up screen above will appear. Configure the
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    Threshold too low may result in poor performance. RTS Threshold: This value should remain at its default setting of 2432. If inconsistent data flow is a problem, only a minor modification should be made. Click Apply if you have made any changes. 15
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    window displays the Available Networks. Scroll up and down the list and highlight the network to which you wish to connect. Click on the Connect button. Profile: In the lower half of the screen, you can manage the profiles that you have created for the wireless ; the configuration window on the next
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    If you clicked on Configuration or Properties you can configure, in this window, all the properties of a profile that already exists in the network. If you select WPA in the Authentication field, please see detailed instructions for configuring WPA on the following pages. Click OK to save the
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    Using the Configuration Utility (continued) Authentication > WPA Select the available network to which you want to connect. Click Configure. Select WPA in the Authentication field. Click Authentication Config. After you click Authentication Config, the Advanced Security Settings screen will appear.
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    type here. Leave the User Certificate field blank. Click Validate Server if your authentication server requires it. Enter the User Name. Click Add and the window below will appear. Click OK to save the changes. Enter the IP address of the RADIUS server in your network. Click OK to save the
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    Using the Configuration Utility (continued) Authentication > WPA-PSK Select the available network to which you want to connect. Click Configure. WPA-PSK does not require a RADIUS Server in the network. Select WPA-PSK in the Authentication field. Click Authentication Config. 20
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    Using the Configuration Utility (continued) Authentication > WPA-PSK (continued) Advanced Security Settings Enter the WPA Passphrase. Click OK. The configuration is done. About The About screen gives you the MAC address, Utility Version and the Driver Version of the DWL-G122. 21
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    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 using Windows 2000/Me/98SE. Go to Start>Control Panel>Network Connections
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    Networking Basics (continued) Please follow all the instructions in this window: 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. 23
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    Networking Basics (continued) 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. 24
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    Networking Basics (continued) 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. 25
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    Networking Basics (continued) 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 of the computers on your network. Click Next. Insert a disk into the Floppy Disk Drive, in this case drive A. 26
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    Networking Basics (continued) 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. To continue click Next. 27
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    run the Network Setup Disk on all the other computers on your network. After running the Network Setup Disk on all your computers, your new wireless network will be ready to use. 28
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    ) Naming Your Computer To name your computer in 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. You may enter a Computer Description if you
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    on your network must have the same Workgroup name. Click OK. Checking the IP Address in Windows XP All wireless adapter-equipped computers in your network must be in the same IP address range (see Getting Started in this manual for a definition of IP address range.) To check on the IP address of an
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    ) Checking the IP Address in Windows XP This window will appear. Click the Support tab. Click Close. Assigning a Static IP Address in Windows XP/2000 Note: Many broadband routers will you need to assign a static IP address, please follow these instructions: Go to Start. Click on Control Panel. 31
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    Networking Basics (continued) Assigning a Static IP Address in Windows XP/2000 Double-click on Network Connections. Right-click on Local Area Connections. Click on Properties. 32
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    Networking Basics (continued) Assigning a Static IP Address in Windows XP/2000 Click on Internet Protocol (TCP/IP). Click Properties. Input your IP address and subnet address of the Default Gateway.) The DNS server information will be supplied by your ISP (Internet Service Provider.) Click OK. 33
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    Basics (continued) Checking the Wireless Connection by Pinging in Windows XP and 2000 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 connection will show four
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    Troubleshooting This chapter provides solutions to problems that can occur during the installation and operation of the DWL-G122. Read the following descriptions if you are having problems. (The examples below are illustrated in Windows XP. If you have another operating system, these solutions will
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    Troubleshooting (continued) Double-click on Network Adapters. Right-click on D-Link AirPlus G DWL-G122 Wireless USB Adapter. Select Properties to check that the drivers are installed properly. D-Link AirPlus G DWL-G122 Wireless USB Adapter D-Link AirPlus G DWL-G122 Wireless USB Adapter Look
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    and wireless adapter to a different channel to avoid interference. Keep your product away (at least 3-6 feet) from electrical devices that generate RF noise, like microwaves, monitors, electric motors, etc. 4. Why can't I get a wireless connection? If you have enabled encryption on the DWL-G122, you
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    (OFDM) Complimentary Code Keying (CCK) Security: 64-, 128-bit WEP WPA - Wi-Fi Protected Access Data Rates: 54, 48, 36,24, 18, 11, 9, 6 Access Control: CSMA/CA with ACK 1 - Using a USB 1.1 port will adversely affect range 2 - Environmental factors may adversely affect wireless signal range 38
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    Output Power: 14Bm ± 2dB Physical Dimensions: L = 3.3 inches W = 2.1 inches H = 0.2 inches Weight: 0.021 lb. (4.4g) Certifications: FCC part 15b Warranty: 3 years D-Link AirPlusTM G products can transfer data up to 5 times faster than standard 802.11b networks. They are also interoperable with 802
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    over the Telephone: (877) 453-5465 24 hours a day, seven days a week. D-Link Technical Support over the Internet: http://support.dlink.com email:[email protected] Tech Support for customers within Canada: D-Link Technical Support over the Telephone: (800) 361-5265 Monday to Friday 7:30am to 12:00am
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    to refund at D-Link's sole discretion. Such repair or replacement will be rendered by D-Link at an Authorized D-Link Service Office. The replacement to the terms and conditions of the license granted by D-Link for the Software. Software will be warranted for the remainder of the original Warranty
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    Do not include any manuals or accessories in the shipping package. D-Link will only replace the software, firmware or other products or services provided by anyone other than DLink; Products that have been purchased from inventory clearance or liquidation sales or other sales in which D-Link
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    make any derivative such as translation, transformation, or adaptation without permission from D-Link Corporation/D-Link Systems, Inc., as stipulated by the United States , if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communication. However,
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Manual
Building Networks for People
802.11g (2.4GHz)
Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter
DWL-G122
D-Link
Air
Plus
G
TM