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- Page 1 Version 2.00 | 02/08/2017 User Manual Wireless N150 Pico USB Adapter DWA-121...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Using Windows 8.1/ Windows 8 ..........16 Using Windows 7 ...............18 Configuring Wireless Security ........20 Troubleshooting ..............23 Wireless Basics ..............27 Wireless Modes ................31 Networking Basics ............32 Check your IP address ...............32 Statically Assign an IP address ..........33 D-Link DWA-121 User Manual... -
Page 3: Product Overview
Section 1 - Product Overview Product Overview Package Contents • D-Link DWA-121 Wireless N150 Pico USB Adapter • Manual and Warranty on CD • Quick Installation Guide System Requirements • A computer or laptop with an available USB port • Windows 10/ 8.1/ 8/ 7... -
Page 4: Introduction
Adapter supports WPA and WPA2 encryption to prevent outside intrusion and protect your personal information. D-Link’s Quick Setup Wizard easily guides you step-by-step through the installation process. The D-Link Wireless Manager is included with this product to help you keep track of your most frequently accessed networks. -
Page 5: Features
• Position the DWA-121 almost anywhere in your workspace to achieve the best reception possible • Supports Infrastructure networks via an access point D-Link DWA-121 User Manual... -
Page 6: Hardware Overview
Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Overview USB Connector Used to connect the DWA-121 to your computer. D-Link DWA-121 User Manual... -
Page 7: Installation
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. -
Page 8: Disable Other Wireless Adapters
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. - Page 9 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-121 User Manual...
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Page 10: Driver Installation
Warning: Do NOT connect the DWA-121 Wireless N150 Pico USB Adapter to your computer’s USB port before installing the driver software from the D-Link Turn on the computer and insert the D-Link DWA-121 Driver CD in the CD-ROM drive. Note: If the CD Autorun function does not automatically start on your computer, go to Start >... - Page 11 Section 2 - Installation The welcome window will appear. Click Next to continue. Insert the adapter into an available USB port on your computer. Click Next to continue. If the Found New Hardware Wizard appears, click Cancel. D-Link DWA-121 User Manual...
- Page 12 The driver installation process is complete. Click Finish to exit setup. To connect to your wireless network, see “Connecting to a Wireless Network 14”. Once a connection is established, the Status LED should be solid blue. D-Link DWA-121 User Manual...
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Page 13: Wireless Installation Considerations
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. -
Page 14: Connecting To A Wireless Network
Wireless Icon Clicking on this icon will display a list of wireless networks which are within range of your computer. Select the desired network by clicking on its SSID. D-Link DWA-121 User Manual... - Page 15 You will then be prompted to enter the Wi-Fi password (network security key) for the wireless network. Enter the password into the box and click Next to connect to the network. D-Link DWA-121 User Manual...
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Page 16: Using Windows 8.1/ Windows 8
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-121 User Manual... - Page 17 Enter the password into the box and click Next. 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-121 User Manual...
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Page 18: Using Windows 7
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-121 User Manual... - Page 19 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 32 for more information. D-Link DWA-121 User Manual...
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Page 20: Configuring Wireless Security
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-121 User Manual... - Page 21 Section 3 - 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-121 User Manual...
- Page 22 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-121 User Manual...
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Page 23: Troubleshooting
How do I know if my adapter is installed properly? Go to Start > Computer (right-click) > Properties. This will bring up the System settings under the Windows Control Panel. Click Device Manager. D-Link DWA-121 User Manual... - Page 24 Section 4 - Troubleshooting Click the + sign next to Network Adapters. Right-click on D-Link DWA-121 USB Adapter. Select Properties to check that the drivers are installed properly. D-Link DWA-121 USB Adapter Look under Device Status to check that the device is working properly. Click OK to continue.
- Page 25 • 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. • Check that the IP address, subnet mask, gateway, and DNS settings are correctly entered for the network D-Link DWA-121 User Manual...
- Page 26 If Security is enabled, make sure that the correct encryption keys are entered on both the DWA-121 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 DWA-121 User Manual...
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Page 27: 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. - Page 28 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.
- Page 29 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 •...
- Page 30 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.
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Page 31: Wireless Modes
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-121 User Manual... -
Page 32: Networking Basics
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. -
Page 33: Statically Assign An Ip Address
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. - Page 34 Wi-Fi Protected Setup – PBC • 19x15x6.2mm(0.75x0.59x0.24 inches) Frequency Range Weight • 2.4 GHz to 2.4835 GHz • 2 grams (0.07 ounces) Operating Voltage Certifications • 5 V DC +/- 10% • FCC Class B • D-Link DWA-121 User Manual...
- Page 35 D-Link designs and builds its products to be as environmentally friendly as possible, by using recyclable, low toxic materials in both products and packaging. D-Link recommends that you always switch off or unplug your D-Link products when they are not in use. By doing so you will help to save energy and reduce CO2 emissions.
- Page 36 D-Link et l’environnement Chez D-Link, nous sommes conscients de l'impact de nos opérations et produits sur l'environnement et nous engageons à le réduire. Pour limiter cet impact, D-Link conçoit et fabrique ses produits de manière aussi écologique que possible, en utilisant des matériaux recyclables et faiblement toxiques, tant dans ses produits que ses emballages.
- Page 37 D-Link e l'ambiente D-Link cerca da sempre di ridurre l'impatto ambientale dei propri stabilimenti e dei propri prodotti. Allo scopo di ridurre al minimo tale impatto, D-Link progetta e realizza i propri prodotti in modo che rispettino il più possibile l'ambiente, utilizzando materiali riciclabili a basso tasso di tossicità...
- Page 38 D-Link zijn producten zo milieuvriendelijk mogelijk, door het gebruik van recycleerbare producten met lage toxiciteit in product en verpakking. D-Link raadt aan om steeds uw D-Link producten uit te schakelen of uit de stekker te halen wanneer u ze niet gebruikt. Door dit te doen bespaart u energie en beperkt u de CO2-emissies.
- Page 39 D-Link a životní prostředí Ve společnosti D-Link jsme si vědomi vlivu našich provozů a výrobků na životní prostředí a snažíme se o minimalizaci těchto vlivů. Proto své výrobky navrhujeme a vyrábíme tak, aby byly co nejekologičtější, a ve výrobcích i obalech používáme recyklovatelné a nízkotoxické materiály.
- Page 40 D-Link produkter som er så miljøvennlig som mulig, ved å bruke resirkulerbare, lav-toksiske materialer både i produktene og forpakningen. D-Link anbefaler at du alltid slår av eller frakobler D-Link-produkter når de ikke er i bruk. Ved å gjøre dette hjelper du å spare energi og å redusere CO2-utslipp.
- Page 41 D-Link sine produkter, så de er så miljøvenlige som muligt, ved at bruge genanvendelige materialer med lavt giftighedsniveau i både produkter og emballage. D-Link anbefaler, at du altid slukker eller frakobler dine D-Link-produkter, når de ikke er i brug. Ved at gøre det bidrager du til at spare energi og reducere CO2-udledningerne.
- Page 42 Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement 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.
- Page 43 Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement Radiation Exposure Statement: This device meets the government’s requirements for exposure to radio waves. This device is designed and manufactured not to exceed the emission limits for exposure to radio frequency (RF) energy set by the Federal Communications Commission of the U.S.