D-Link DWL-G520 AirPlus XtremeG PCI adapter Quick Installation Guide
- June 13, 2024
- D-Link
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D-Link DWL-G520 AirPlus XtremeG PCI adapter
This product works with the following operating system software:
- Windows XP
- Windows 2000
- Windows Me
- Windows 98SE
Before You Begin
You must have at least the following:
- A desktop computer with an available 32-bit PCI slot
- At least a 300 MHz processor and 32MB of memory
- An 802.11g or 802.11b Access Point (for Infrastructure Mode) or another 802.11g or 802.11b wireless adapter (for Ad-Hoc; Peer-to-Peer networking mode.)
Package Contents
Check Your Package Contents
These are the items included with your DWL-G520 purchase:
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DWL-G520 Xtreme G 2.4GHz Wireless PCI Adapter
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CD-ROM (containing Drivers, Manual and Warranty)
If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller.
Insert the D-Link CD-ROM Into Your Computer
- Turn on the computer and
- Insert the D-Link Extreme G DWL-G520
- 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 to the other Windows operating systems
- Do NOT install the DWL-G520 Wireless PCI Adapter into your computer before installing the driver software from the D-Link CD!
The Install Screen will appear.- Click Install Drivers
- If the CD Autorun function does not automatically start on your computer, type “D:\Setup.exe.” If it does start, proceed to the next screen.
- Type “D:\Setup.exe.”
- The letter “D” represents the letter of the CD-ROM drive. Your CD-ROM drive may be a different drive letter.
- Click OK
- Click Next
- Click Next
- Click Next
- Click Next
- Click Finish
Shut down your computer
Installing the DWL-G520 Wireless PCI Adapter in Your Computer
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A. Make sure to turn off your computer and unplug the power cord. Remove the back cover of the computer.
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B. Install the DWL-G520 carefully and firmly seat it into an available PCI slot (which is usually “white” or “cream” colored).
- To avoid damage caused by static electricity, make sure to properly ground yourself by first touching a metal part of your computer to discharge any static electricity before working with the DWL-G520 Wireless PCI Adapter.
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C. Secure the DWL-G520 back panel shield with a screw.
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D. Replace the computer’s cover.
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E. Place the computer back in its normal position.
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F. Attach the DWL-G520’s antenna to the socket on the back panel shield.
Parts Description
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Screw Mount
The screw to secure the PCI Adapter to the back of your computer will fit in this slot -
Antenna
Used to wirelessly connect to WiFi networks. -
32-bit connector
This is the connector that fits into the PCI slot on your computer’s motherboard -
Back Panel Shield
Once properly installed, this panel should be at the back of your computer. -
Link/Activity LED
Indicates that the DWL-G520 is properly installed when the computer is on and blinks when data is being transmitted
Restart Your Computer
When you restart your computer this Found New Hardware Wizard (Windows XP) screen will appear:
- Select Install the software automatically (Recommended)
- Click Next
- For Windows XP: This Hardware Installation alert screen may appear after the desktop computer restarts.
- For Windows XP: This Hardware Installation alert screen may appear after the desktop computer restarts.
- Click Continue Anyway to finalize the installation
- Click Finish to finalize the installation.
- For Windows 2000, this Digital Signature Not Found screen may appear after your computer restarts.
- Click Yes to finalize the installation.
- The D-Link driver software for this device is undergoing Windows Logo testing. Microsoft certification is pending.
Your Installation is Complete!
After you’ve continued in Windows 2000, ME, or 98SE, the D-Link AirExtreme DWL-G520 Configuration Utility will automatically start and the utility icon will appear in the bottom right hand corner of the desktop screen (systray). If this icon appears GREEN, then you have successfully installed the DWL-G520, are connected to a wireless network, and are ready to communicate!
- If the utility icon does not appear, double-click the shortcut icon that has appeared on your desktop.
- Double-click the utility icon to use the configuration utility.
Appendix
For Windows XP, if you wish to use the Xtreme G utility, please do the following steps.
- Click the XP Networking icon to use the Zero Configuration Wireless Settings.
- Click Advanced
- Uncheck “Use Windows to configure my wireless network settings.
- Click OK
Using the Configuration Utility
- A. Status : Displays the MAC Address of the Access Point that is associated with the DWL-G520.
- B. SSID: The Service Set Identifier is the name assigned to the wireless network. The factory SSID setting is set to default.
- C. TxRate: The default setting is Auto; meaning, TxRate settings are automatically determined by the DWL-G520 depending on the distance from the access point.
- D. Channel: Displays the channel information. By default, the channel is set to 6. Please note that the DWL-G520 will automatically adjust the channel depending on the Access Point.
- E. Link Quality / Signal Strength: Displays the Link Quality for the DWL-G520 wireless connection to the access point. The Signal Strength represents the wireless signal between the access point and the DWL-G520. The percent-age coincides with the graphical bar.
- F. Data Rate: Graphically displays the statistics of data transmitted and received.
- G. SSID: The Service Set Identifier is the name assigned to the wireless network. The factory SSID setting is set to default. Make changes here to match the SSID on the existing Wireless Router or Access Point.
- H. Wireless Mode: The factory setting is set to Infrastructure. Ad hoc mode is used for peer-to-peer networking.
- I. Channel: By default, the channel is set to 6. Channel selection is automatically adjusted by the DWL-G520 depending on the channel setting of the access point selected for the association. To change the channel settings, the Wireless Mode must be set to Ad-hoc.
- J. TxRate: You can adjust the transmission rate to get the best signal possible depending on your usage and your environment.
- K. Power Mode: By default, Power Mode is set to Continuous Access Mode. Continuous Access Mode — this default setting consumes the most power. Maximum Power Save — this setting consumes the least power. Power Save — this setting consumes a moderate amount of power.
IP Address Configuration
To connect to a network, make sure the proper network settings are configured for DWL-G520.
For Microsoft Windows XP
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Go to Start > right click on My Network Places > select Properties > Double-click on the Network Connection associated with the DWL-G520.
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Click Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)
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Click Properties
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Dynamic IP Address setup
Used when a DHCP server is available on the local network. (i.e. Router)- Select Obtain an IP address automatically (if the Wireless Router or Access Point has DHCP server enabled)
- Select Obtain DNS server address automatically
- Click OK
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Static IP Address setup
Used when a DHCP server is not available on the local network.- Select Use the following IP address
- IP address: 192.168.0.52
- Subnet mask: 255.255.255.0
- Input a static IP address in the same range as the Wireless Router or Access Point.
- Click OK
For Windows 2000 users:
Go to Start > Settings > Network and Dial-up Connections > Double-click on the Local Area Connection associated with the DWL-G520 > Select Properties
- Click Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)
- Click Properties
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Dynamic IP Address setup
Used when a DHCP server is available on the local network. (i.e. Router)- Select Obtain an IP address automatically (if the Wireless Router or Access Point has DHCP server enabled)
- Select Obtain DNS server address automatically
- Click OK
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Static IP Address setup
Used when a DHCP server is not available on the local network.- Select Use the following IP address
- IP address: 192.168.0.52 Subnet mask: 255.255.255.0
- Input a static IP address in the same range as the Wireless Router or Access Point.
- Click OK
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 this product.
- U.S. and Canadian customers can contact D-Link technical support through our website, or by phone.
Tech Support for customers within the United States:
- D-Link Technical Support 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: support@dlink.com
Tech Support for customers within Canada:
- D-Link Technical Support over the Telephone:
- 800-361-5265
- Monday to Friday 8:30 am to 9:00 pm EST
- D-Link Technical Support over the Internet: http://support.dlink.ca
- email: support@dlink.ca
FAQs
What is the purpose of the DWL-G520 AirPlus XtremeG PCI Adapter?
The DWL-G520 is a PCI wireless adapter designed to provide Wi-Fi connectivity to desktop computers. It allows your desktop PC to connect to wireless networks.
Is the DWL-G520 compatible with modern operating systems?
Unfortunately, the DWL-G520 is not compatible with modern operating systems. It is mainly designed to work with older Windows operating systems, such as Windows XP, Windows 2000, Windows Me, and Windows 98SE.
Can I use the DWL-G520 with a laptop or mobile device?
No, the DWL-G520 is designed for desktop computers with an available 32-bit PCI slot. It is not suitable for laptops or mobile devices.
What should I do if my DWL-G520 package is missing items?
If any items are missing from your DWL-G520 package, please contact your reseller for assistance. They should be able to help you with missing components.
What should I do if the CD Autorun function does not start automatically?
Do I need to physically install the DWL-G520 PCI Adapter in my computer?
Yes, you need to physically install the DWL-G520 into an available PCI slot in your desktop computer. Follow the provided instructions for this process.
How can I avoid damage caused by static electricity during installation?
To avoid static electricity damage, ensure you ground yourself by touching a metal part of your computer before working with the DWL-G520 Wireless PCI Adapter.
What is the significance of the DWL-G520's back panel shield?
The back panel shield should be properly secured after installing the DWL-G520 to protect it and your computer.
How do I connect the DWL-G520 to my network and configure settings?
Depending on your network setup, you can configure the DWL-G520 for Infrastructure Mode (connecting to an Access Point) or Ad-Hoc Mode (peer-to- peer networking). You can adjust settings such as SSID, Channel, TxRate, and Power Mode to suit your needs.
What should I do if the Found New Hardware Wizard appears during installation?
Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation process. In most cases, you can choose to install the software automatically (recommended).
Is it possible to use the DWL-G520 on Windows 2000, ME, or 98SE?
Yes, the DWL-G520 is compatible with Windows 2000, ME, and 98SE, in addition to Windows XP.
Where can I find user documentation, software updates, and technical support for the DWL-G520?
You can access user documentation and software updates on the D-Link website. D-Link offers free technical support for customers within the United States and Canada during the warranty period. You can contact their technical support through their website or by phone using the provided contact information.
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