Using Windows 8 ................14 Using Windows 7 ...............16 Configuring Wireless Security ........18 Troubleshooting ..............21 Wireless Basics ..............25 Wireless Modes ................29 Networking Basics ............30 Check your IP address ...............30 Statically Assign an IP address ..........31 Technical Specifications ..........32 D-Link DWA-192 User Manual...
Section 1 - Product Overview Product Overview Package Contents • D-Link DWA-192 AC1900 Wi-Fi USB 3.0 Adapter • Micro-USB 3.0 Cable • Manual and Warranty on CD • Quick Installation Guide System Requirements • A computer or laptop with an available USB port (USB 3.0 recommended) •...
Compact in size, robust in speed the DWA-192 AC1900 Wi-Fi USB 3.0 Adapter is a convenient solution for providing high performance wireless connectivity to your desktop or notebook PC. Enjoy the many benefits of Wireless AC connectivity today! * Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11ac and 802.11n specifications.
• You can securely connect to a wireless network using WPA/WPA2 (Wi-Fi Protected Access) providing you a much higher level of security for your data and communication than has previously been available. • Position the DWA-192 almost anywhere in your workspace to achieve the best reception possible • User-friendly setup wizard * Using a USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 port will adversely affect throughput.
LED On/Off Button Turns the Status LED on or off. USB 3.0 Connector Used to connect the DWA-192 to your computer via the included cable. Press the WPS button to automatically connect to a WPS-enabled wireless router or WPS Button access point and establish connectivity.
Remove Existing Installations If you’ve installed a different manufacturer’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.
Disable Other Wireless Adapters Most newer laptops may include a built-in wireless adapter. To prevent any conflicts with the D-Link wireless adapter, it is recommended to disable the wireless adapter (as well as any unused Ethernet adapters). From the desktop, right-click on the My Computer icon and select Properties.
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Click Yes to disable the adapter. The adapter is now disabled. When disabled, a red X will be displayed. Disabling the adapter will not remove the drivers. If you would like to use the adapter, simply right-click it and select Enable. D-Link DWA-192 User Manual...
Before using the DWA-192 AC1900 Wi-Fi USB 3.0 Adapter, you must first install a device driver from the included D-Link CD. Warning: Do NOT connect the DWA-192 AC1900 Wi-Fi USB 3.0 Adapter to your computer’s USB port before installing the driver software from the D-Link CD.
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The welcome window will appear. Click Next to continue. By default setup will install to the default location: C:\Program Files\D-Link\DWA-192, where C: represents the drive letter of your hard drive. To install to a different location click Browse and specify the location, then click Next.
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The drivers and software will now install. Please allow 1-2 minutes for this process to finish. The driver installation process is complete. Click Finish to exit setup. The DWA-192’s Status LED should be blinking blue (see Hardware Overview on page 6). To connect to your wireless network, see Connecting to a Wireless Network on page 14.
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.
To join an existing network, locate the wireless network icon in the taskbar, next to the time display. Wireless Icon Clicking on this icon will display a list of wireless networks which are within connecting proximity of your computer. Select the desired network by clicking on the network name. D-Link DWA-192 User Manual...
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WPS button on your router at this point to enable the WPS function. When you have established a successful connection to a wireless network, the word Connected will appear next to the name of the network to which you are connected. D-Link DWA-192 User Manual...
If you receive the Wireless Networks Detected bubble, click on the center of the bubble to access the utility. You can also click on the wireless icon in your system tray (lower-right corner). Wireless The utility will display any available wireless networks in your area. D-Link DWA-192 User Manual...
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Highlight the wireless network (SSID) you would like to connect to and click the Connect button. If you get a good signal but cannot access the Internet, check your TCP/IP settings for your wireless adapter. Refer to Networking Basics on page 30 for more information. D-Link DWA-192 User Manual...
1. Click on the wireless icon in your system tray (lower-right corner). Wireless 2. The utility will display any available wireless networks in your area. D-Link DWA-192 User Manual...
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Section 4 - Connecting to a Wireless Network 3. Highlight the wireless network (SSID) you would like to connect to and click the Connect button. 4. The following window appears while your computer tries to connect to the router. D-Link DWA-192 User Manual...
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It may take 20-30 seconds to connect to the wireless network. If the connection fails, please verify that the security settings are correct. The key or passphrase must be exactly the same as on the wireless router. D-Link DWA-192 User Manual...
Section 5 - Troubleshooting Troubleshooting This chapter provides solutions to problems that can occur during the installation and operation of the DWA-192. Read the following descriptions if you are having problems. The examples below are illustrated in Windows 7. If you have a different ®...
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Section 5 - Troubleshooting Click the + sign next to Network Adapters. Right-click on D-Link DWA-192 USB Adapter. Select Properties to check that the drivers are installed properly. D-Link DWA-192 USB Adapter Look under Device Status to check that the device is working properly. Click OK to continue.
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The computer does not recognize the DWA-192 AC1900 Wi-Fi USB 3.0 Adapter. Make sure that the DWA-192 AC1900 Wi-Fi USB 3.0 Adapter is properly seated in the computer’s USB port. If Windows does not detect the hardware upon insertion of the adapter, make sure to completely remove drivers that were previously loaded.
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If Security is enabled, make sure that the correct encryption keys are entered on both the DWA-192 and the access point. Double-click on the WLAN icon in the taskbar > click Encryption. Check to see that the key selected is set to the same key as other devices on the network.
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.
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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.
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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 • Gives everyone at home broadband access •...
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The wireless connection in public places is usually called “hotspots”. Using a D-Link USB 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.
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 USB adapters. All the adapters must be in ad hoc mode to communicate. D-Link DWA-192 User Manual...
Check your IP address After you install your new D-Link wireless adapter and have established a wireless connection, by default, the TCP/IP settings should be set to obtain an IP address from a DHCP server (i.e. router) automatically. To verify your IP address, please follow the steps below.
Network and Sharing Center icon and then click on Change adapter settings. • Right-click on the Local Area Connection which represents your D-Link wireless network adapter which will be connected to your network. • Highlight Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP /IPv4) and click Properties.
• • 2.4 GHz to 2.4835 GHz • • 5.150 GHz to 5.850 GHz • RoHS • Wi-Fi Operating Voltage • • 5 V DC +/- 10% • Wi-Fi Protected Setup Current Consumption • 880 mA D-Link DWA-192 User Manual...