D-Link DWA-652 Xtreme NTM Notebook Adapter Installation Guide

D-Link DWA-652 Xtreme NTM Notebook Adapter

Specifications

• Wireless Standards: 802.11n, 802.11g, 802.11b
• Operating Range: Up to 90 feet (30 meters)
• Supported Operating Systems : Windows XP and above

Package Contents

• D-Link DWA-65 Xtreme NTM Notebook Adapter
• Manual, software, and warranty on CD
• D-Link DWA-65 Quick Install Guide

System Requirements

• A notebook compu ter with an available 32-bit Cardbus slot
• Windows® 2000 SP4 or Windows® XP SP2
• 20MB Hard Disk Space
• CD-ROM Drive
• A draft 802.11n, 802.11g, or 802.11b access point (for Infrastructure mode), or another draft 802.11n, 802.11g or 802.11b wireless adapter (for Ad-Hoc networking mode).

Package Contents

If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller.

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.
2. 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) thick! Position devices so that the signal will travel straight through a wall or ceiling (instead of at an angle) for better reception.
3. Building Materials make a difference. A solid metal door or aluminum studs may hurt 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.
4. Keep your product away (at least 3-6 feet or 1-2 meters) from electrical devices or appliances that generate RF noise.
5. If 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.

Adapter Installation

Warning: Do NOT install the DWA-652 Cardbus Adapter into your computer before installing the driver software from the D-Link CD.

• Turn on the computer and Insert the D-Link DWA-652 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 for the other Windows operating systems.
• If the CD Autorun function does not automatically start on your computer, go to Start > Run. In the run box type “D:\DWA652.exe” (where D: represents the drive letter of your CD-ROM drive).
• When the autorun screen appears, click Install Drivers.
• The InstallShield Wizard window will appear.
• By default setup will install to the default location: C:\Program Files\D-Link\ DWA-652, where C: represents the drive letter of your hard drive. To install to a different location click Browse and specify the location.
• Select the Program Files folder location.
• Insert the adapter into an available CardBus slot on your computer.
• If the Found New Hardware Wizard appears, click Cancel.
• 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.
• 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.
• Click Finish to continue. If you are prompted to reboot your computer, select Yes, I want to restart my computer now.

Connect to a Wireless Network

• The D-Link DWA-652 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. Clicking on the D-Link icon on your desktop will start the Configuration.
• If you are using the Windows® XP Wireless Zero Config, please skip to page 10.
• This window will allow you to see available wireless networks in your area. Simply click the network (SSID) you want to connect to and click the Connect button.

• If you are attempting to connect to a secure network, You must supply the encryption key that is on the router or access point you are trying to connect to.
• Please refer to the manual on the CD for more information on Wireless Security.
• If the network you are connecting to is using WEP, enter the WEP key for the network and click OK.
• If the network you are connecting to is using WPA-PSK or WPA2-PSK, enter the passphrase for the network and click OK.

Windows® XP Configuration Utility

• Windows® XP users may use the built-in wireless 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 9.

If you receive the Wireless Networks Detected bubble, click on the center of the bubble to access the utility. You may also right-click on the wireless computer icon in your system tray (lower-right corner next to the time). Select View Available Wireless Networks. The utility will display any available wireless networks in your area. Click on a network and click the Connect button.
Refer to the Wireless Security section in the manual for information on connecting to a secure network.

If you want to use the D-Link Wireless Connection Manager instead of the Windows® XP wireless utility, refer to page 23 in the user manual.

FAQ

• Q: What are the system requirements for the D-Link DWA-65 Xtreme NTM Notebook Adapter?
  • A: The system requirements are a computer with an available cardbus slot and Windows XP or above. The adapter is compatible with 802.11n, 802.11g, and 802.11b wireless standards.
• Q: What should I do if any of the package contents are missing?
  • A: If any of the items are missing, please contact your reseller for assistance.
• Q: How far can the D-Link adapter’s wireless range reach?
  • A: The adapter’s range can reach up to 90 feet (30 meters) depending on the number of walls and ceilings between the adapter and other network devices.
• Q: Can I use the D-Link adapter with 2.4GHz cordless phones or other wireless devices?
  • A: It is not recommended to use 2.4GHz cordless phones or other wireless devices near the D-Link adapter as they may degrade or disrupt the wireless signal.

Technical Support

• D-Link’s website contains the latest user documentation and software updates for D-Link products.
• U.S. and Canadian customers can contact D-Link Technical Support through our website or by phone.

United States

Telephone

• 877-453-5465
• Twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week.

World Wide Web:http://support.dlink.com

Canada

• Telephone:800-361-5265 Monday through Friday, 7:30 am to 9:00 pm EST.
• World Wide Web: http://support.dlink.ca

Copyright ©2006 D-Link Corporation/D-Link Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. D-Link and the D-Link logo are registered trademarks of D-Link Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States and other countries. Other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. 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 conditions will adversely affect wireless signal range. Product specifications, size, and shape are subject to change without notice, and actual product appearance may differ from that depicted on the packaging. Visit www.dlink.com for more details.

D-Link DWA-652 Quick Install Guide

References

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