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1. E PM Ej y Batteries H Computer ES Disk drives Ej 3 Display adapters 22 DYD CD ROM drives H Floppy disk controllers Floppy disk drives Sy IDE ATA ATAPI controllers E 3 Infrared devices ae Keyboards 4 Mice and other pointing devices Monitors dap m Ports COM amp LPT WR Processors General Advanced Driver Resources D Link DWA 547 Wireless Desktop Adapter Manufacturer D Link Device type Network adapters Location PCI bus 129 device 0 function 0 Device status This device is working properly start the troubleshooter IF you are having problems with this device click Troubleshoot to Device usage Troubleshoot Use this device enable 5 37 Section 5 Troubleshooting 2 cannot connect to the access point or the wireless router e Make sure that the SSID on the DWA 547 desktop adapter is exactly the same as the SSID on the Access Point or wireless router e Move the DWA 547 and Access Point or Wireless router into the same room and then test the wireless connection e Disable all security settings WEP MAC Address Control AES e Make sure that the Radio is not locked down to a different frequency e Turn off your Access Point and the computer with the DWA 547 Turn on the Access Point and then turn on the computer with the DWA 547 e Refresh the DWA 547 Utility 3 The DWA 547 LED lights a2. D Link DWA 547 User Manual 17 Section 3 Configuration Add Profile You may add a new network by clicking the New button from the My Wireless Networks page Profile Name Enter a name for your profile e g Home Office Coffee Shop Profile Setting Basic Settings SSID Enter the SSID of the wireless network Profile Name NewProfle SSID SSID Network Type Select the network type If you are connecting ey to a wireless router or access point select Infrastructure If you are connecting to another wireless client such as an adapter select Ad Hoc Network Type Infrastructure Adhoc Set Security Option None Security C WEP C WPA PSK WPA2 PSK C WPA WPA2 Set Security Select the type of security used Please refer to the Wireless Security section for more information None OK Button Click OK to save your settings OK Cancel D Link DWA 547 User Manual 18 Section 3 Configuration Modify Profile You may edit an existing profile by clicking the Modify button from the My Wireless Networks page Profile Name Enter a name for your 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 547 User Manual Profile Set
3. WPA WPA2 incorporates user authentication through the Extensible Authentication Protocol EAP EAP is built ona more secure public key encryption system to ensure that only authorized network users can access the network D Link DWA 547 User Manual 26 Section 4 Wireless Security Configure WEP Using the D Link Wireless Connection Manager It is recommended to enable WEP on your wireless router or access point before configuring your wireless adapter If you are joining an existing network you will need to know the WEP key being used 1 Open the Wireless Connection Manager by double clicking on the D Link icon on your desktop From the list of available wireless networks select the network you want to connect to and click Connect If the network is using WEP the screen as shown to the right will appear Key p Show text in the password field This network gamdal requires a network key AEP Key 2 Enter the WEP key exactly as it is on your wireless router or OK E l access point ESS So 3 Click the Show text in the password field box to see the WEP key Unchecking it will hide the key 4 Click OK to connect to the network Allow up to 30 seconds to connect If you would like to create a new network and enter the WEP settings refer to the next page D Link DWA 547 User Manual 27 Section 4 Wireless Security It is recommended to enable WEP on your wireless router or access point before configuring your wi
4. 2 Highlight the wireless network SSID you would like to connect to and click Connect D Link DWA 547 User Manual Change Windows Firewall settings Open Network Connections Repair View Available Wireless Networks Network Tasks Refresh network list 2 Set up a wireless network for a home or small office Related Tasks UD Learn about wireless networking Pg Change the order of preferred networks Change advanced settings i Wireless Network Connection 6 Choose a wireless network Click an item in the list below to connect to a wireless network in range or to get more information bt ha default Unsecured wireless network all D Link f Security enabled wireless network I This network requires a network key If you want to connect to this network dick Connect Mi 29 Section 4 Wireless Security Wireless Network Connection The network test1 requires a network key also called a WEP key or WPA key A network 3 The Wireless Network Connection box will appear Enter the WEP key helps prevent unknown intruders from connecting to this network key and click Connect Type the key and then dick Connect Network key It may take 20 30 seconds to connect to the wireless network If the connection fails please verify that the WEP settings are correct The WEP key must be exactly the same as on the wireless router or access point D Link DWA
5. The software you are installing has not passed Windows Lago testing to verify its compatibility wil lity with Windows XP Tell me why this testing is important Continuing your installation of this software may impair or destabilize the correct operation of your system either immediately or in the future Microsoft strongly ou stop this installation now an vendor for software that has passed Windows Logo testing Click Continue Anyway Click Finish to continue Instaittuetd Wizard Complete The inatas haid Wizard hes succerthay mites D Ur Raangebooate N Desktop Adapter Chch rush to ent Pe vaca Click Finish The D Link Configuration Wizard will now appear If you are using Windows XP SP2 you will have the option to use either the D Link utility or the built in Windows Wireless utility Click Next D Link DWA 547 User Manual 13 Section 2 Installation 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 on the network name SSID and click Next ter N Notebook Adapter Setup If you are prompted to reboot your computer select Yes want to restart my computer now Click Finish D Link DWA 547 User Manual 14 Section 3 Configuration Configuration This section will show you how to configure your new D Link wireless adapter using the D Link Utility
6. s high speed Internet connection while sharing photos files music video printers and storage Get a better Internet experience with a faster wireless connection so you can enjoy digital phone calls gaming downloading and video streaming Powered by RangeBooster N 650 technology the DWA 547 provides a faster wireless connection and superior reception than 802 11g The DWA 547 is designed for use in bigger homes and for those that demand higher networking Maximize wireless performance by connecting this desktop adapter to a RangeBooster N Router and stay connected from virtually anywhere in the home This adapter supports WEP WPA and WPA2 encryption to prevent outside intrusion and protect your personal information from being exposed The D Link RangeBooster N 650 DWA 547 is a powerful 32 bit desktop adapter that installs quickly and easily into desktop computers Like all D Link wireless adapters the DWA 547 can be used in ad hoc mode to connect directly with other cards for peer to peer file sharing or in infrastructure mode to connect with a wireless access point or router for access to the Internet in your office or home network The DWA 547 features robust security to help protect the wireless network from intruders complying with the latest wireless networking security protocols including WEP encryption and Wi Fi Protected Access WPA support for WPA2 PSK The DWA 547 also includes a configuration utility to discover availab
7. 547 User Manual 30 Section 4 Wireless Security Configure 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 existing network you will need to know the WPA PSK passphrase being used 1 Open the Wireless Connection Manager by double clicking on CE x the D Link icon on your desktop This network avalon requires a network key Passphrase 2 Highlight the wireless network SSID you would like to connect to and click Connect If the network is using WPA PSK the key ppm screen as shown to the right will appear Elceesesccccecsecesececocecososcoccescecolsceccoecoceccccoceccseeecececsseeee 3 Enter the WPA PSK passphrase exactly as it is on your wireless ok Cancel router or access point Click the Show text in the password field box to see the passphrase Unchecking it will hide it 4 Click OK to connect to the network Allow up to 30 seconds to connect If you would like to create a new network and enter the WEP settings refer to the next page D Link DWA 547 User Manual 31 Section 4 Wireless Security It is recommended to enable WPA PSK on your wireless router or access point before configuring your wireless adapter Make sure you enter the passphrase exactly the same on all wireless devices 1 Open the Wireless Connection Manager by double clicking on th
8. Wireless Connection Manager 35 Troubleshooting scsicicscnnsssssnannsscasassscssnsiecensadacainnessadanns 36 Wireless BASICS siscccstetenssissiaanssiveasawncenestnssacscsnsdeaaiacens 41 Networking Basics isssnnniaisiatatessssennanmniantiensssnues 46 Check your IP address 46 Statically Assign an IP address 47 Technical Specifications 48 Contacting Technical Support ccceeeeeeteesseeeeeeees 49 Warranty so isesatrnnscancetcssecentstinsnatitandnasieassnnensssssiessnsanaunns 50 FRO GISEFALION s ccnnasssnisesunneinnssnannnsensumanaddscamssuanseentsnasaeccnnns 56 Section 1 Product Overview Package Contents e D Link DWA 547 RangeBooster N 650 Desktop Adapter e Manual and Warranty on CD e D Link Wireless Connection Manager on CD System Requirements e A desktop computer with an available PCI slot e Windows 2000 Service Pack 4 or XP Service Pack 2 e 300MHZ processor and at least 64MB of RAM e An 802 11g or 802 11b access point for Infrastructure mode or another 802 11g or 802 11b wireless adapter for Ad Hoc mode D Link DWA 547 User Manual Section 1 Product Overview Introduction The D Link RangeBooster N 650 Desktop Adapter DWA 547 is a Draft 802 11n client device that delivers unrivaled wireless performance for your desktop computer With the DWA 547 you can add or upgrade your Desktop PC s wireless connectivity without having to purchase a new computer Once connected access your network
9. as well as the Windows XP Zero Configuration Utility D Link Wireless Connection Manager The D Link DWA 547 uses the Wireless Connection Manager as the management software The manager provides the user an easy interface to change any settings related to the wireless adapter Double clicking on the Wireless Connection Manager icon on your desktop will start the Configuration If you are using Windows XP please skip to page 22 Double click the Wireless Connection Manager icon on your desktop D Link DWA 547 User Manual 15 Section 3 Configuration SSID MAC Signal Security Channel Refresh Button Connect Button Activate Button Wireless Networks The Wireless Networks Site Survey page will display all wireless networks that are available in your area To connect to a network simply highlight the wireless network SSID and click Connect The SSID Service Set Identifier is the name of the wireless network Displays the MAC address of the wireless device Displays the Link Quality of the wireless connection If there is a lock icon this means the wireless network is secure You must know the encryption key security settings to connect Displays the channel of the wireless network Rescans for available wireless networks in your area Highlight a wireless network and click the Connect button If the network is secure a pop up window will appear Enter the security informa
10. or if D Link determines in its sole discretion that it is not practical to replace the non conforming Software the price paid by the original licensee for the non conforming Software will be refunded by D Link provided that the non conforming Software and all copies thereof is first returned to D Link The license granted respecting any Software for which a refund is given automatically terminates Non Applicability of Warranty The Limited Warranty provided hereunder for Hardware and Software portions of D Link s products will not be applied to and does not cover any refurbished product and any product 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 ls without any warranty whatsoever including without limitation the Limited Warranty as described herein notwithstanding anything stated herein to the contrary Submitting A Claim The customer shall return the product to the original purchase point based on its return policy In case the return policy period has expired and the product is within warranty the customer shall submit a claim to D Link as outlined below e The customer must submit with the product as part of the claim a written description of the Hardware defect or Software nonconformance in sufficient detail to allow DLink to confirm t
11. to disconnect from or find out more infomation about wireless networks in range click the button below View Wireless Networks Preferred networks Leam about setting up wireless network configuration Refer to page 15 on instructions for launching the D Link Wireless Connection Manager D Link DWA 547 User Manual 24 Section 4 Wireless Security Wireless Security This section will show you the different levels of security you can use to protect your data from intruders The DWA 547 offers the following types of security e WPA2 Wi Fi Protected Access 2 e WPA2 PSK Pre Shared Key e WPA Wi Fi Protected Access e WPA PSK Pre Shared Key e WEP Wired Equivalent Privacy e 802 1x RADIUS What is WEP WEP stands for Wired Equivalent Privacy It is based on the IEEE 802 11 standard and uses the RC4 encryption algorithm WEP provides security by encrypting data over your wireless network so that it is protected as it is transmitted from one wireless device to another To gain access to a WEP network you must know the key The key is a string of characters that you create When using WEP you must determine the level of encryption The type of encryption determines the key length 128 bit encryption requires a longer key than 64 bit encryption Keys are defined by entering in a string in HEX hexadecimal using characters 0 9 A F or ASCII American Standard Code for Information Interchange alphanumeric
12. E Warranty Limited Software Warranty D Link warrants that the software portion of the product Software will substantially conform to D Link s then current functional specifications for the Software as set forth in the applicable documentation from the date of original retail purchase of the Software for a period of ninety 90 days Software Warranty Period provided that the Software is properly installed on approved hardware and operated as contemplated in its documentation D Link further warrants that during the Software Warranty Period the magnetic media on which D Link delivers the Software will be free of physical defects The customer s sole and exclusive remedy and the entire liability of D Link and its suppliers under this Limited Warranty will be at D Link s option to replace the non conforming Software or defective media with software that substantially conforms to D Link s functional specifications for the Software or to refund the portion of the actual purchase price paid that is attributable to the Software Except as otherwise agreed by DLink in writing the replacement Software is provided only to the original licensee and is subject to the terms and conditions of the license granted by D Link for the Software Replacement Software will be warranted for the remainder of the original Warranty Period and is subject to the same limitations and exclusions If a material non conformance is incapable of correction
13. In a wireless local area network a device called an Access Point AP connects computers to the network The access point has a small antenna attached to it which allows it to transmit data back and forth over radio signals With an indoor access point as seen in the picture 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 547 User Manual 42 Appendix A Wireless Basics Wireless Personal Area Network WPAN Bluetooth is the industry standard wireless technology used for WPAN Bluetooth devices in WPAN operate in a range up to 30 feet away Compared to WLAN the speed and wireless operation range are both less than WLAN but in return it doesn t use nearly as much power which makes it ideal for personal devices such as mobile phones 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 it s for home office business D Link has a wireless solution for it Home e Gives everyone at home broadband access e Surf the web check email instant message and etc e Gets rid of the cables around the house e Simple and easy to use Small Office and Home Office eStay on top of ever
14. Modems to use the adapter simply right click it and select Enable T Network adapters E oadcom 602 11b a WLAN Ep D Link AirPlus G DWL G630 Wireless Cardbus Adapter HB Realtek RTLS139 810x Family Fast Ethernet NIC PCMCIA adapters Processors Sound video and game controllers E System devices Universal Serial Bus controllers D Link DWA 547 User Manual Section 2 Installation Wireless Installation Considerations The D Link wireless adapter lets you access your network using a wireless connection from virtually anywhere within the operating range of your wireless network Keep in mind however that the number thickness and location of walls ceilings or other objects that the wireless signals must pass through may limit the range Typical ranges vary depending on the types of materials and background RF radio frequency noise in your home or business The key to maximizing wireless range is to follow these basic guidelines 1 Keep the number of walls and ceilings between the D Link adapter 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 devices so that the number of walls or ceilings is minimized Be aware of the direct line between network devices A wall that is 1 5 feet thick 5 meters at a 45 degree angle appears to be almost 3 feet 1 meter thick At a 2 degree angle it looks over 42 feet 14 meters thic
15. NEGLIGENCE STRICT LIABILITY OR OTHER LEGAL OR EQUITABLE THEORY FOR ANY LOSS OF USE OF THE PRODUCT INCONVENIENCE OR DAMAGES OF ANY CHARACTER WHETHER DIRECT SPECIAL INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF GOODWILL LOSS OF REVENUE OR PROFIT WORK STOPPAGE COMPUTER FAILURE OR MALFUNCTION FAILURE OF OTHER EQUIPMENT OR COMPUTER PROGRAMS TO WHICH D LINK S PRODUCT IS CONNECTED WITH LOSS OF INFORMATION OR DATA CONTAINED IN STORED ON OR INTEGRATED WITH ANY PRODUCT RETURNED TO D 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 HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES THE SOLE REMEDY FOR A BREACH OF THE FOREGOING LIMITED WARRANTY IS REPAIR REPLACEMENT OR REFUND OF THE DEFECTIVE OR NONCONFORMING PRODUCT THE MAXIMUM LIABILITY OF D LINK UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS LIMITED TO THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT COVERED BY THE WARRANTY THE FOREGOING EXPRESS WRITTEN WARRANTIES AND REMEDIES ARE EXCLUSIVE AND ARE IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTIES OR REMEDIES EXPRESS IMPLIED OR STATUTORY Governing Law This Limited Warranty shall be governed by the laws of the State of California Some states do not allow exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the foregoing limitations and exclusions may not apply This Limited Warranty p
16. Protocol TCP IP and click Properties Step 4 Click Use the following IP address and enter an IP address that is on the same subnet as your network or the LAN IP address on your router Internet Protocol TCP IP Properties PR General Example If the router s LAN IP address is 192 168 0 1 make your IP address yaesnge sting assigned automata your network suppots 192 168 0 X where X is a number between 2 and 99 Make sure that the number 7 you choose is not in use on the network Set Default Gateway the same asthe LAN Sisncummrose IP address of your router 192 168 0 1 Radin Ea Subnet mask 255 255 255 0 Default gateway a 0 1 Set Primary DNS the same as the LAN IP address of your router 192 168 0 1 The F a Secondary DNS is not needed or you may enter a DNS server from your ISP aia ee Preferred DNS server 192 168 0 1 ltemate DNS server j PES Step 5 Advanced Click OK twice to save your settings eae Cancel D Link DWA 547 User Manual 47 Appendix C Technical Specifications Technical Specifications Standards e 1 Year e IEEE 802 11 e IEEE 802 11g Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802 11g and draft 802 11n specifications Actual data throughput will vary Network conditions and environmental factors including volume of network traffic building materials and construction and network overhead lower actual data throughput rate Envi
17. USER MANUAL DWA 547 VERSION 1 0 D Link WIRELESS Table of Contents Table of Contents Product OvervieW ssssssesennnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn nnmnnn 3 Package CONMH NMISE ace 3 System ReQUIr MENIS 2 erstesmnnnenseiinsss 3 MP OOUCH Oo sie in 4 RSS esicateccepe EE eanne aana EEEE Na aR EEEE Na 5 Hardware OVGIVIOW wacssssinccinninisiensesearsrnsaxiertereetendca 6 EEDS 6 INSTATAUION nn sise 7 CSS Re ene rer tr eee en ere eee 7 Remove Existing Installations rg Disable Other Wireless Adapters 8 Wireless Installation Considerations 0008 10 Adapter Installation sue 11 CONMHQUFALIONS nnmnnn 15 D Link Wireless Connection Manager 15 Wireless Networks 16 My Wireless Networks 17 SO A A EEEE 20 ADO ca te Din 21 Windows XP Configuration Utility 22 Disabling The Windows XP Utility 6 23 Wireless S CUTity scsssccceeeeesssssssessseeeeeeeeeeeeeeees 25 What is MER ed a 25 D Link DWA 547 User Manual IN DIT nnn nnnnn ee 26 Configure WEP a ere 27 Using the D Link Wireless Connection Manager 27 Using the Windows XP Utility 29 Configure WPA WPA2 Passphrase 31 Using the D Link Wireless Connection Manager 31 Using the Windows XP Utility 33 Configure WPA WPA2 susesstsseseennees 35 Using the D Link
18. aced packages will be shipped to the customer via UPS Ground or any common carrier selected by D Link Return shipping charges shall be prepaid by D Link if you use an address in the United States otherwise we will ship the product to you freight collect Expedited shipping is available upon request and provided shipping charges are prepaid by the customer D Link may reject or return any product that is not packaged and shipped in strict compliance with the foregoing requirements or for which an RMA number is not visible from the outside of the package The product owner agrees to pay D Link s reasonable handling and return shipping charges for any product that is not packaged and shipped in accordance with the foregoing requirements or that is determined by D Link not to be defective or non conforming What Is Not Covered The Limited Warranty provided herein by D Link does not cover Products that in D Link s judgment have been subjected to abuse accident alteration modification tampering negligence misuse faulty installation lack of reasonable care repair or service in any way that is not contemplated in the documentation for the product or if the model or serial number has been altered tampered with defaced or removed Initial installation installation and removal of the product for repair and shipping costs Operational adjustments covered in the operating manual for the product and normal maintenance Damage that occurs in ship
19. characters format ASCII format is provided so you can enter a string that is easier to remember The ASCII string is converted to HEX for use over the network Four keys can be defined so that you can change keys easily D Link DWA 547 User Manual 25 Section 4 Wireless Security What is WPA WPA or Wi Fi Protected Access is a Wi Fi standard that was designed to improve the security features of WEP Wired Equivalent Privacy The 2 major improvements over WEP e Improved data encryption through the Temporal Key Integrity Protocol TKIP TKIP scrambles the keys using a hashing algorithm and by adding an integrity checking feature ensures that the keys haven t been tampered with WPA2 is based on 802 11i and uses Advanced Encryption Standard instead of TKIP e User authentication which is generally missing in WEP through the extensible authentication protocol EAP WEP regulates access to a wireless network based on a computer s hardware specific MAC address which is relatively simple to be sniffed out and stolen EAP is built on a more secure public key encryption system to ensure that only authorized network users can access the network WPA PSK WPA2 PSK uses a passphrase or key to authenticate your wireless connection The key is an alpha numeric password between 8 and 63 characters long The password can include symbols amp _ and spaces This key must be the exact same key entered on your wireless router or access point
20. ding local D Link office D Link DWA 547 User Manual 53 Appendix E Warranty Industry Canada Notice This device complies with Canadian RSS 210 To prevent radio interference to the licensed service this device is intended to be operated indoors and away from windows to provide maximum shielding Equipment or its transmitting antenna that is installed outdoors is subject to licensing The installer of this radio equipment must ensure that the antenna is located or pointed such that it does not emit RF field in excess of Health Canada limits for the general population consult Safety Code 6 obtainable from Health Canada s web site www hc sc gc ca rpb This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 Cet appareil num rique de la classe B est conforme a la norme NMB 003 du Canada Avis de Conformit a la R glementation d Industrie Canada Pour emp cher toute interf rence aux services faisant l objet d une licence cet appareil doit tre utilis l int rieur seulement et devrait tre plac loin des fen tres afin de fournir un cran de blindage maximal L installateur du pr sent mat riel radio doit s assurer que l antenne est situ e ou point e de mani re ce que cette derni re n mette pas de champs radio lectriques sup rieurs aux limites specif es par Sant Canada pour le grand public consulter le Code de s curit 6 disponible sur le site Web de Sant Canada l adresse suivant
21. e D Link DWA 547 User Manual 22 Section 3 Configuration Disabling The Windows XP Utility If you want to use the D Link Wireless Connection Manager you must disable the Windows XP wireless utility Right click on the wireless computer icon in your system tray lower right corner next to the time Select View Available Wireless Networks In the Choose a Wireless Network window click Change Advanced Settings on the left side below Related Tasks D Link DWA 547 User Manual Change Windows Firewall settings Open Network Connections Repair View Available Wireless Networks Network Tasks Refresh network list 23 Set up a wireless network for a home or small office Related Tasks Ki Learn about wireless networking te Change the order of preferred networks Change advanced settings i Wireless Network Connection 6 Choose a wireless network Click an item in the list below to connect to a wireless network in range or to get more information P default Unsecured wireless network D Link 8 Security enabled wireless network This network requires a network key If you want to connect to this network dick Connect sij 23 Section 3 Configuration In the Wireless Network Connection Properties window D sl uncheck Use Windows to configure my wireless network settings and then click OK General Wireless Networks Advanced Available networks To connect
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23. e D Link icon on your desktop Click on New to create a new profile or highlight an existing profile and click Modify 2 Select WPA WPA2 Passphrase under Set Security Option ay cine Basic Settings Profile Name default SSID default 3 Select TKIP or AES 4 Enter the passphrase exactly as it is on your wireless router Network Type Infrastructure Adhoc or access point Set Security Option WPA Passphrase Security 5 Click OK to connect to the network Allow up to 30 seconds Se vee to connect Persan ii RARARARARARARARARARAAARALA O WPA le WPA2 C None FT Show Text in the password field OK Cancel D Link DWA 547 User Manual 32 Section 4 Wireless Security Configure WPA WPA2 Passphrase Using the Windows XP Utility It is recommended to enable WEP on your wireless router or access point before configuring your wireless adapter If you are joining an existing network you will need to know the WEP key being used 1 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 547 User Manual Change Windows Firewall settings Open Network Connections Repair View Available Wireless Networks Network Tasks Refresh network list Set u
24. e a problem with the broadband connection e Check that the LED indicators on the wireless router are functioning properly If not check that the AC power and Ethernet cables are firmly connected e Check that the IP Address subnet mask gateway and DNS settings are correctly entered for the network D Link DWA 547 User Manual 39 Section 5 Troubleshooting e In Infrastructure mode make sure the same Service Set Identifier SSID is specified on the settings for the wireless clients and access points The SSID factory default setting for D Link products is default e In Ad Hoc mode both wireless clients will need to have the same SSID Please note that it might be necessary to set up one client to establish a BSS Basic Service Set and wait briefly before setting up other clients This prevents several clients from trying to establish a BSS at the same time which can result in multiple singular BSSs being established rather than a single BSS with multiple clients associated to it e Check that the Network Connection for the wireless client is configured properly Select AP Infrastructure when connecting to an access point and select Ad Hoc mode when connecting without an access point Double click on the WLAN icon in the taskbar gt click on Configuration to change the settings for the wireless adapter e If Security is enabled make sure that the correct encryption keys are entered on both the DWA 547 and the access point Doub
25. eless Connection Manager by double clicking on the D Link icon on EE Basic Settings your desktop Click on New to create a new profile or highlight an existing profile sure fax and click Modify PNR es Sue ae ae Select WPA WPA2 under Set Security Option and then select TKIP or AES C rar ee om Advance Cont J Click on Advanced Config to continue None Next to EAP Type select EAP TLS EAP TTLS or PEAP Extensible Authentication Protocols allow devices on the network to request mme Eve M NE authentication from the RADIUS server in the network All the devices on the network must use the same EAP type when using a RADIUS server for ne authentication Some RADIUS servers require that the Validate Server field 5 be selected Check this field if your RADIUS server requires validation User Name m Select an User Certificate from the drop down menu m Enter the login information required to authenticate Add Click Add to enter the IP address es of your RADIUS servers _fenove_J OK Cancel Click OK to save your settings D Link DWA 547 User Manual 35 Section 5 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting This chapter provides solutions to problems that can occur during the installation and operation of the DWA 547 Read the following descriptions if you are having problems The examples below are illustrated in Windows XP If you have a different operating system the screensh
26. erify the following e Remove any previous installations of wireless adapters e Disable any built in wireless adapters e Verify the settings such as the SSID and security settings of the network s you want to connect to Remove Existing Installations If you ve installed a different manufacture s adapter or a different model D Link adapter make sure the software is uninstalled before installing the new software Some utilities may cause a conflict with the new software If you plan to use multiple adapters at different times make sure the utilities are not set to load when your computer boots up Windows XP users may use the built in wireless utility for all adapters To remove any old software Windows XP users Click Start gt Control Panel gt Add or Remove Programs Windows 2000 users Click Start gt Settings gt Control Panel gt Add or Remove Programs D Link DWA 547 User Manual 1 Section 2 Installation Disable Other Wireless 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 Device Manager DEOR From the desktop right click on the My Computer icon and select 5555 Display adapters H Ub DVD CD ROM drives Properties E a LE ATAATIOL tva amp Keyboards DB Mice and other pointing devices Click the Hardware tab and then click Device Manager Scroll down Sanar AA the list and clic
27. gher level of security for your data and communication than has previously been available e Total Performance Upgrade your computer with the latest draft 802 11n technology e Total Wireless Protection Connect to secure wireless networks using WEP and WPA e Total Connectionn Get reception throughout your home by connecting to a Rangebooster N 650 Router Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802 11g and draft 802 11n specifications Actual data throughput will vary Network conditions and environmental factors including volume of network traffic building materials and construction and network overhead lower actual data throughput rate Environmental factors will adversely affect wireless signal range Available as a driver upgrade in the near future from support dlink com D Link DWA 547 User Manual 5 Section 1 Product Overview Hardware Overview LEDs WLAN LED A solid light indicates that wireless is ready This LED blinks during wireless data transmission D Link DWA 547 User Manual Section 2 Installation Installation This section will walk you through the installation process If you have a built in wireless adapter please disable it in device manager before installing your D Link adapter Also if you have previously installed another wireless adapter please make sure any software is uninstalled Getting Started Before installing your new D Link wireless adapter please v
28. he same along with proof of purchase of the product such as a copy of the dated purchase invoice for the product if the product is not registered e 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 with the product If the product is considered defective the customer must obtain a Return Material Authorization RMA number by completing the RMA form and entering the assigned Case ID D Link DWA 547 User Manual 50 Appendix E Warranty Number at https rma dlink com e After an RMA number is issued the defective product must be packaged securely in the original or other suitable shipping package to ensure that it will not be damaged in transit and the RMA number must be prominently marked on the outside of the package Do not include any manuals or accessories in the shipping package DLink will only replace the defective portion of the product and will not ship back any accessories e The customer is responsible for all in bound shipping charges to D Link No Cash on Delivery COD is allowed Products sent COD will either be rejected by D Link or become the property of D Link Products shall be fully insured by the customer and shipped to D Link Systems Inc 17595 Mt Herrmann Fountain Valley CA 92708 D Link will not be held responsible for any packages that are lost in transit to D Link The repaired or repl
29. hey use on a wired network Wireless adapter cards used on laptop and desktop systems support the same protocols as 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 547 User Manual 41 Appendix A Wireless Basics What is Wireless Wireless or Wi Fi technology is another way of connecting your computer to the network without using wires Wi 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 winning designer developer and manufacturer of networking products D Link delivers the performance you need at a price you can afford D Link has all the products you need to build your network How does wireless work Wireless works similar to how cordless phone work through radio signals to transmit data from one point A to point B But wireless technology has restrictions as to how you can access the network You must be within the wireless network range area to be able to connect your computer There are two different types of wireless networks Wireless Local Area Network WLAN and Wireless Personal Area Network WPAN Wireless Local Area Network WLAN
30. ireless utility The following instructions are for Service Pack 2 users If you are using Windows 2000 you must use the D Link Wireless Connection Manager Please refer to page 15 If you receive the Wireless Networks Detected bubble click OP Wireless networks detected x on the center of the bubble to access the utility One or more wireless networks are in range of this computer To see the list and connect click this message Right click on the wireless computer icon in your system tray Change Windows Firewall settings lower right corner next to the time Select View Available Open Network Connections Wireless Networks Repair Yiew Available Wireless Networks i Wireless Network Connection 6 Network Tasks Choose a wireless network Refresh network list Click an item in the list below to connect to a wireless network in range or to get more information default QE lt Set up a wireless network o The utility will display any available wireless networks in your D will area Click on a network and click the Connect button DES UD Learn about wireless J A ill networking This network requires a network key If you want to connect to this the order of network dick Connect Ye Change Refer to the Wireless Security section for information on Monee connecting to a secure network oa If you want to use the D Link manager instead of the Windows XP wireless utility refer to the next pag
31. k Position devices so that the signal will travel straight through a wall or ceiling instead of at an angle for better reception Building Materials make a difference A solid metal door or aluminum studs may have a negative effect on range Try to position access points wireless routers and computers so that the signal passes through drywall or open doorways Materials and objects such as glass steel metal walls with insulation water fish tanks mirrors file cabinets brick and concrete will degrade your wireless signal Keep your product away at least 3 6 feet or 1 2 meters from electrical devices or appliances that generate RF noise lf you are using 2 4GHz cordless phones or X 10 wireless products such as 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 547 User Manual 10 Section 2 Installation Adapter Installation Note Please install the DWA 547 Desktop Adapter into your computer before installing the driver software from the D Link CD When the Add New Hardware wizard appears click Cancel Turn on the computer and Insert the D Link DWA 547 Driver CD in the CD ROM drive The step by step instructions that follow are shown in Windows XP The steps and screens are similar f
32. k the sign to the left of Network Adapters BP Ras RSS D Fam Fast EDEN a BM PCMCIA adapters H SM Processors Sound video and game controllers System devices Universal Serial Bus controllers Device Manager File Action View Help 9 6 R R DESIGNDOCUMENT l Batteries Computer Disk drives 2 Display adapters Right click the adapter you would like to disable and select E DVD CD ROM drives IDE ATA ATAPI controllers Disable Keyboards Mice and other pointing devices Modems k Monitors Network adapters z9 E D Link AirPlus G DWVL G63 Update Driver HW Realtek RTL8139 8 10x FCO PCMCIA adapters Uninstall Processors Sound video and game conti System devices Properties Universal Serial Bus controllers Scan for hardware changes Disables the selected device D Link DWA 547 User Manual 8 Section 2 Installation Broadcom 802 11b g WLAN Cl ick Yes to d i sab e th e adapte r A Disabling this device will cause it to stop functioning Do you really want to disable it j No Device Manager File Action View Help gt ge e z The adapter is now disabled When disabled a red X will be y Batteries W Computer displayed TO ik chives 3 Display adapters 4 DVD CD ROM drives IDE ATA ATAPI controllers Disabling the adapter will not remove the drivers If you would like pee 1 Mice and other pointing devices
33. le click on the WLAN icon in the taskbar gt click Encryption Check to see that the key selected is set to the same key as other devices on the network 7 How can troubleshoot distance issues using the DWA 547 e Move the DWA 547 and Access Point or Wireless router into the same room and then test the wireless connection e Change the channel of the Access Point e Move devices within the line of sight D Link DWA 547 User Manual 40 Appendix A 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 Strictly adhering to the IEEE standard the D Link wireless family of products will allow you to securely access the data you want when and where you want it You will be able to enjoy the freedom that wireless networking delivers A wireless local area network WLAN is a cellular computer network that transmits and receives data with radio signals instead of wires Wireless LANs are used increasingly in both home and office environments and public areas such as airports coffee shops and universities Innovative ways to utilize WLAN technology are helping people to work and communicate more efficiently Increased mobility and the absence of cabling and other fixed infrastructure have proven to be beneficial for many users Wireless users can use the same applications t
34. le wireless networks and create and save detailed connectivity profiles for those networks most often accessed Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802 119 and draft 802 11n specifications Actual data throughput will vary Network conditions and environmental factors including volume of network traffic building materials and construction and network overhead lower actual data throughput rate Environmental factors will adversely affect wireless signal range D Link DWA 547 User Manual 4 Section 1 Product Overview Features e Faster Wireless Networking Enable wireless connectivity on your Desktop PC computer with the DWA 547 With the performance of D Link s RangeBooster N 650 line of wireless products the DWA 547 delivers an unsurpassed wireless experience Perform multiple network tasks at once with the speed provided by this Wireless Adapter e Compatible with 802 11b and 802 11g Devices Fully compatible with the IEEE 802 11b and 802 11g standards the DWA 547 can connect with existing 802 11b or 802 11g compliant routers access points and cards That means you can still communicate with colleagues and friends while you have the ability to link to even more wireless networks e Better Security with 802 1x and WPA With the DWA 547 in your Desktop PC you can securely connect to a wireless network using 802 1x for wireless authentication as well as WPA Wi Fi Protected Access providing you a much hi
35. lt the TCP IP settings should be set to obtain an IP address from a DHCP server i e wireless router automatically To verify your IP address please follow the steps below Click on Start gt Run In the run box type cmd and click OK At the prompt type ipconfig and press Enter eT C AWINDOWS system32 cmd exe Microsoft Windows XP Version 5 1 26661 lt C Copyright 1985 2661 Microsoft Corp This will display the IP address subnet mask and the default gateway of your adapter emia we alee If the address is 0 0 0 0 check your adapter i oe installation security settings and the settings on your router Some firewall software programs may block a DHCP request on newly installed adapters C Documents and Settings If you are connecting to a wireless network at a hotspot e g hotel coffee shop airport please contact an employee or administrator to verify their wireless network settings D Link DWA 547 User Manual 46 Appendix B Networking Basics Statically Assign an IP address If you are not using a DHCP capable gateway router or you need to assign a static IP address please follow the steps below Step 1 Windows XP Click on Start gt Control Panel gt Network Connections Windows 2000 From the desktop right click My Network Places gt Properties Step 2 Right click on the Local Area Connection which represents your D Link network adapter and select Properties Step 3 Highlight Internet
36. ment 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 and Products that have been purchased from inventory clearance or liquidation sales or other sales in which D Link the sellers or the liquidators expressly disclaim their warranty obligation pertaining to the product While necessary maintenance or repairs on your Product 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 Other Warranties EXCEPT FOR THE LIMITED WARRANTY SPECIFIED HEREIN THE PRODUCT IS PROVIDED AS IS WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY OF ANY KIND WHATSOEVER INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND NONINFRINGEMENT D Link DWA 547 User Manual 51 Appendix E Warranty IF ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY CANNOT BE DISCLAIMED IN ANY TERRITORY WHERE A PRODUCT IS SOLD THE DURATION OF SUCH IMPLIED WARRANTY SHALL BE LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THE APPLICABLE WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY COVERED UNDER THE LIMITED WARRANTY PROVIDED HEREIN THE ENTIRE RISK AS TO THE QUALITY SELECTION AND PERFORMANCE OF THE PRODUCT IS WITH THE PURCHASER OF THE PRODUCT Limitation of Liability TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW D LINK IS NOT LIABLE UNDER ANY CONTRACT
37. no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna e Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver e Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation IMPORTANT NOTICE FCC Radiation Exposure Statement This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment End users must follow the specific operating instructions for satisfying RF exposure compliance This transmitter must not be co located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter IEEE 802 11b or 802 11g operation of this product in the U S A is firmware limited to channels 1 through 11 For detailed warranty information applicable to products purchased outside the United States please contact the correspon
38. ns One 1 year e Spare parts and spare kits Ninety 90 days The customer s sole and exclusive remedy and the entire liability of D Link and its suppliers under this Limited Warranty will be at D Link s option to repair or replace the defective Hardware during the Warranty Period at no charge to the original owner or to refund the actual purchase price paid Any repair or replacement will be rendered by D Link at an Authorized D Link Service Office The replacement hardware need not be new or have an identical make model or part D Link may at its option replace the defective Hardware or any part thereof with any reconditioned product that D Link reasonably determines is substantially equivalent or superior in all material respects to the defective Hardware Repaired or replacement hardware will be warranted for the remainder of the original Warranty Period or ninety 90 days whichever is longer and is subject to the same limitations and exclusions If a material defect is incapable of correction or if D Link determines that it is not practical to repair or replace the defective Hardware the actual price paid by the original purchaser for the defective Hardware will be refunded by D 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 547 User Manual 49 Appendix
39. oost the signal to extend the range Eliminate Interference Place home appliances such as cordless telephones microwaves and televisions as far away as possible from the router access point This would significantly reduce any interference that the appliances might cause since they operate on same frequency D Link DWA 547 User Manual 44 Appendix A Wireless Basics Security Don t let you 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 Wireless Modes There are basically two modes of networking e Infrastructure All wireless clients will connect to an access point or wireless router e Ad Hoc Directly connecting to another computer for peer to peer communication using wireless network adapters on each computer such as two or more DWA 547 wireless network wireless desktop adapters An Infrastructure network contains an Access Point or wireless router 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 desktop adapters All the adapters must be in Ad Hoc mode to communicate D Link DWA 547 User Manual 45 Appendix B Networking Basics Networking Basics Check your IP address After you install your new D Link adapter by defau
40. or the other Windows operating systems If the CD Autorun function does not automatically start on your computer go to Start gt Run In the run box type D DWA547 exe where D represents the drive letter of your CD ROM drive RANGEBOOSTER N 650 DESKTOP ADAPTER Click Install Drivers Install Drivers View QIG View Manual Extras Adobe Reader Support Registration DWA 547 D Link DWA 547 User Manual 11 Section 2 Installation The InstallShield Wizard window will appear Click Next to continue Welcome to the Inctailteetd Wizard tor D Link Rangebooster N Desktop Adapter Click Next By default setup will install to the default location C Program Files D Link DWA 547 where C represents the drive letter of your hard drive To install to a different location click Browse and specify the location Click Next Setup vel natal D Link Rangsbooster N Desktop Adapter in the folovarg lokte To inital to this folder cick Neat To instal to ethene folder och Brome one select artes hokt Click Next Select the Program Files folder location Setup wil add progam icons to the Progam Folder isted belor You may ype new lobes name or sect one from the Progam Folder DAME Exiting Fokide Click Next D Link DWA 547 User Manual 12 Section 2 Installation For Windows XP This Software Installation alert screen will appear Software Installation
41. ots on your computer will look similar to the following examples 1 How do I know if my adapter is installed properly Go to Start gt My Computer gt Properties Select the Hardware Tab D Link DWA 547 User Manual fox Command Prompt Er Open Ly M Explore ve Windows Movie Maker Search Manage Pc w MSN Explorer Map Network Drive amp Pr Disconnect Network Drive Windows Media Player Show on Desktop He Rename Tour Windows XP gt se Properties All Programs gt T7 Run B Log Off Shut Down System Properties System Restore Automatic upa Remote Gensial Computes Name adware Advanced Add Hardware Wizard The Add Hardware Wizard helps you instal hardware Add Hardware Wizard Device Manager The Device Manager lets al the hardware devices installed on pour computer Use the Device Manager to change the properbes ol anp devica Hardware Profle Hardware profiles provide a way for you to set up and store P diteront hardware contiguiations Hardware Profes 36 Section 5 Troubleshooting Click the sign next to Network Adapters Right click on D Link DWA 547 Wireless Desktop 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 547 User Manual Device Manager File Action View Help lt mSATA
42. p a wireless network for a home or small office Related Tasks UD Learn about wireless networking gfe Change the order of preferred networks Change advanced settings i Wireless Network Connection 6 Choose a wireless network Click an item in the list below to connect to a wireless network in range or to get more information ot default Unsecured wireless network all D Link Security enabled wireless network This network requires a network key If you want to connect to this network dick Connect v 33 Section 4 Wireless Security 3 The Wireless Network Connection box will appear Enter the 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 547 User Manual Wireless Network Connection The network test1 requires a network key also called a WEP key or WPA key A network key helps prevent unknown intruders from connecting to this network Type the key and then click Connect Network key 34 Section 4 Wireless Security Configure WPA WPA2 Using the D 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 Wir
43. re not on e Check to see if the DWA 547 desktop adapter is firmly inserted into the PCI slot of your laptop computer 4 forgot my encryption key e Reset the Access Point to its factory default settings and restore the DWA 547 Wireless Desktop Adapter to the factory default settings The default settings are listed in the Configuration section in this manual D Link DWA 547 User Manual 38 Section 5 Troubleshooting 5 The computer does not recognize the DWA 547 Wireless Adapter e Make sure that the DWA 547 Wireless Adapter is properly seated in the computer s PCI slot e If Windows does not detect the hardware upon insertion of the adapter make sure to completely remove drivers that were previously loaded To remove the drivers do the following A Under Tools gt select Folder Options gt select View gt under Hidden files and folders gt select Show hidden files and folders B Uncheck Hide extension for known file types gt click on Apply C Search for previously loaded driver files Remove these files from the INF and SYSTEM DRIVERS folders in the Windows directory Note Windows XP and 2000 will rename inf files that have not received WHQL certification into oem inf files e g oem1 inf 6 The computer with the DWA 547 installed is unable to connect to the wireless network and or the Internet e Check that the LED indicators for the broadband modem are indicating normal activity If not there may b
44. reless adapter make sure you enter the WEP key exactly the same on all wireless devices It is strongly recommended to set the authentication to Shared Key 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 2 Select WEP under Set Security Option Profile Setting Basic Settings 3 Select Shared and then select the Key Length from the Profile Name defaut drop down menu SSID defaut Network Type Infrastructure Adhoc 4 Enter the WEP key exactly as it is on your wireless router or Set Security Option WEP Security alee point WEP C Open Shared Auto C WPA PSK key 5 Click OK to connect to the network Allow up to 30 seconds wraz s r en C WPA to connect WPA2 Key Length 64 bits 40 24 10 Hexadecimal C None l Show Text in the password field OK Cancel D Link DWA 547 User Manual 28 Section 4 Wireless Security Configure WEP Using the Windows XP Utility It is recommended to enable WEP on your wireless router or access point before configuring your wireless adapter If you are joining an existing network you will need to know the WEP key being used 1 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
45. ronmental factors will adversely Security affect wireless signal range e WPA WPA2 Wi Fi Protected Access TKIP MIC IV Expansion Shared Key Authentication e 64 128 bit WEP e EEE 802 11n Frequency Range e 2 4GHz to 2 462GHz External Antenna Type e Dipole with detachable reverse SMA connector Operating Temperature e 0 C to 40 C Humidity e 95 maximum non condensing Dimensions e L 5 275 134mm e W 4 764 121mm e H 0 748 19mm Weight e 0 236 Ib 107g Warranty D Link DWA 547 User Manual 48 Appendix E Warranty Warranty Subject to the terms and conditions set forth herein D Link Systems Inc D Link provides this Limited Warranty e Only to the person or entity that originally purchased the product from D Link or its authorized reseller or distributor and e Only for products purchased and delivered within the fifty states of the United States the District of Columbia U S Possessions or Protectorates U S Military Installations or addresses with an APO or FPO Limited Warranty D Link warrants that the hardware portion of the D Link product described below Hardware will be free from material defects in workmanship and materials under normal use from the date of original retail purchase of the product for the period set forth below Warranty Period except as otherwise stated herein e Hardware excluding power supplies and fans One 1 year e Power supplies and fa
46. rovides specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state Trademarks D Link is a registered trademark of D Link Systems Inc Other trademarks or registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners Copyright Statement No part of this publication or documentation accompanying this product may be reproduced in any form or by any means or used to 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 Copyright Act of 1976 and any amendments thereto Contents are subject to change without prior notice D Link DWA 547 User Manual 52 Appendix E Warranty Copyright 2006 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 FCC Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can 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
47. ting Basic Settings SSID mySSID Network Type Infrastructure Adhoc Profile Name New Profile Set Security Option None Security WEP C WPA PSK WPA2 PSK C WPA WPA2 None OK Cancel 19 Section 3 Configuration Support If you need help click the Support button A pane will appear to the right of the utility which will display information about the utility _ D Link Wireless Connection Manager Mra 0 0 0 0 CH11 1Mbps Connected ll D Link DWA 547 HA WIRELESS NETWORKS MY WIRELESS NETWORKS My Wireless Network What is a My Wireless Network profile tivat My Wireless Networks profiles are settings that allow mobile users to Profile Details move from one location to another Network while easily connecting to the Network Type network at that specific location ni These profiles are automatically Security created for you when you first join OO i the network You can have a lon Hama nrafila that hac ananifin D Link DWA 547 User Manual 20 Section 3 Configuration The About screen gives you information about the GALIH x Firmware and Utility Versions of the DWA 547 D Link DWA 547 User Manual About Driver Version 5 200 27 Ltility wersion 1 00 MAC Address O0 0F 30 85 9E 0E OK 21 Section 3 Configuration Windows XP Configuration Utility Windows XP users may use the built in w
48. tion to connect refer to the Wireless Security section for more information 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 547 User Manual D Link Wireless Connection Manager default 192 168 15 24 CHE 11Mbps Connected MY WIRELESS NETWORKS SUPPORT gt gt 00 11 95 DF 86 82 H defauts 00 0D 86 EB BD C8 My Wireless Networks default default v Activate 16 Section 3 Configuration My Wireless Networks The My Wireless Networks page will allow you to create edit and delete wireless network profiles Every time you connect to a network using the Wireless Networks page a profile will automatically be created New Button Click New to create a new wireless network profile refer to page 18 D Link Wireless Connection Manager z 0 0 0 0 CH11 1Mbps Connected all Modify Click Modify to edit a current profile refer to DO page 19 D Link DWA 547 WIRELESS NETWORKS MY WIRELESS NETWORKS Delete Click Delete to remove a profile fu s My Wireless Network Active Click Activate 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 or Profile Details Ad Hoc and if the network is secured Network Network Type Security
49. ything at home as you would at office e Remotely access your office network from home e Share Internet connection and printer with multiple computers e No need to dedicate office space D Link DWA 547 User Manual 43 Appendix A Wireless Basics Where is wireless used Wireless technology is expanding everywhere not just at home or office People like the freedom of mobility and it s becoming so popular that more and more public facilities now provide wireless access to attract people The wireless connection in public places is usually called hotspots Using a D Link wireless desktop 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 it for the first time it could be quite a task not knowing where to start That s why we ve put together a few setup steps and tips to help you through the process of setting up a wireless network Tips Here are a few things to keep in mind when you install a wireless network Centralize your router or Access Point Make sure you place the router access point in a centralized location within your network for the best performance Try to place the router access point as high as possible in the room so the signal gets dispersed throughout your home If you have a two story home you may need a repeater to b
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