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  • Page 1 ® D-Link AirPlus DWL-G510 Wireless G Desktop Adapter Manual Version 2.00 Building Networks for People...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Package Contents ................3 Introduction .................... 4 Wireless Basics ..................5 Installation Considerations ..............7 Getting Started ..................8 Using the Configuration Utility .............. 11 Networking Basics ................20 Troubleshooting ................... 39 Technical Specifications ..............45...

  • Page 3: Package Contents

    Package Contents Contents of Package: G DWL-G510 ® D-Link AirPlus 802.11g (2.4GHz) Wireless G Desktop Adapter CD-ROM with Manual, Warranty, and Drivers Printed Quick Installation Guide If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller. System Requirements for Configuration:...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    G DWL-G510 Wireless G Desktop Adapter is an 802.11b/802.11g (2.4GHz) wireless adapter that supports high-speed wireless networking. Unlike most network cards, the DWL-G510 provides data transfers at up to 54 Mbps (compared to the standard 11 Mbps) when used with other D-Link AirPlus G products. ®...

  • Page 5: Wireless Basics

    D-Link wireless products will allow you access to the data you want, when and where you want it. You will be able to enjoy the freedom that wireless networking brings.
  • Page 6 OFDM works by splitting the radio signal into multiple smaller sub-signals that are then transmitted simultaneously at different frequencies to the receiver. OFDM reduces the amount of crosstalk (interference) in signal transmissions. The D-Link DWL- G510 will automatically sense the best possible connection speed to ensure the greatest speed and range possible.

  • Page 7: Installation Considerations

    Wireless Basics (continued) Installation Considerations The D-Link AirPlus ® G DWL-G510 lets you access your network, using a wireless connection, from virtually anywhere within its operating range. 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.

  • Page 8: Getting Started

    An Infrastructure network contains an access point or a wireless router. The Infrastructure Network example shown on the following page contains the following D-Link network devices (your existing network may be comprised of other A wireless router - D-Link AirPlus Xtreme...
  • Page 9 PCI slot on your desktop computer. (See the Quick Installation Guide included with the network adapter). Install the D-Link DWL-G630 Wireless G Notebook Adapter into a laptop computer. (See the Quick Installation Guide included with the DWL-G630).
  • Page 10 Wireless G Desktop Adapter with a desktop computer with a desktop computer Install the D-Link DWL-G510 Wireless G Desktop Adapter into one desktop computer. (See the Quick Installation Guide included with the product for installation instructions.) Install another DWL-G510 into a desktop computer.

  • Page 11: Using Theconfigurationutility

    Select the Wireless Networks tab. Uncheck the box in the properties window that enables windows configuration. After you have done this, you can then use the D-Link Configuration Utility with XP by clicking on the D-Link Configuration Utility icon. *Configuration Utility icon...

  • Page 12: Using Windows 7

    Configuration Utility (continued) If you are using Windows 7 and VISTA, you will need to use the Zero Configuration Utility. ® Using Windows If you receive the Wireless Networks Detected bubble, click on the center of the bubble to access the utility. Left-click the wireless icon in your system tray (lower-right corner next to the time).

  • Page 13: Using Windows Vista

    Configuration Utility (continued) ® Using Windows Vista™ If you receive the Wireless Networks Detected bubble, click on the center of the bubble to access the utility. Right-click on the wireless computer icon in your system tray (lower-right corner next to the time). Select Connect to a network.

  • Page 14: Link Info

    Configuration Utility (continued) Link Info Status: Displays the MAC Address of the Access Point that is associated with the DWL-G510. SSID: Displays the Service Set Identifier assigned to the wireless network. Frequency: Displays the current frequency used by the adapter. Wireless Mode: Displays the wireless mode.
  • Page 15 Configuration Utility (continued) Configuration 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 existing Wireless Router or Access Point. Wireless Mode: Click on the pull-down menu;...
  • Page 16 Configuration Utility (continued) Advanced Frequency: Select 802.11b/g for compatibility with both 802.11b or 802.11g networks, or select 802.11b only. Ad Hoc Channel: Select the Ad Hoc channel when in Ad Hoc mode. When communicating in Ad Hoc mode, all devices must share the same channel. Profile IP Settings: You can Enable or Disable the IP Settings portion of your profile here.

  • Page 17: Site Survey

    Configuration Utility (continued) Site Survey Available Networks The top section of the window displays the Available Networks. Scroll up and down the list and highlight the network to which you wish to connect. Click on the Connect button. Profile In the lower half of the screen, you can manage the profiles that you have created for the wireless network at home, at the office and in public places.
  • Page 18 Configuration Utility (continued) Site Survey > Add, Connect, or Properties In this window you can configure all the properties of a profile in order to connect with a network of your choice. After you have entered your changes in this window, click OK to save the changes.
  • Page 19 Configuration Utility (continued) About The About screen gives you information about the Firmware and Utility Versions of the DWL-G510.

  • Page 20: Networking Basics

    Networking Basics Using the Network Setup Wizard in Windows XP In this section you will learn how to establish a network at home or work, using Microsoft Windows XP. Note: Please refer to websites such as http://www.homenethelp.com http://www.microsoft.com/windows2000 for information about networking computers using Windows 2000/Me /98SE.
  • Page 21 Networking Basics (continued) Please follow all the instructions in this window: Click Next. In the following window, select the best description of your computer. If your computer connects to the Internet through a router, select the second option as shown. Click Next.
  • Page 22 Networking Basics (continued) Enter a Computer description and a Computer name (optional.) Click Next. Enter a Workgroup name. All computers on your network should have the same Workgroup name. Click Next.
  • Page 23 Networking Basics (continued) Please wait while the Network Setup Wizard applies the changes. When the changes are complete, click Next. Please wait while the Network Setup Wizard configures the computer. This may take a few minutes.
  • Page 24 Networking Basics (continued) In the window below, select the option that fits your needs. In this example, Create a Network Setup Disk has been selected. You will run this disk on each of the computers on your network. Click Next. Insert a disk into the Floppy Disk Drive, in this case drive A.
  • Page 25 Networking Basics (continued) Please read the information under Here’s how in the screen below. After you complete the Network Setup Wizard you will use the Network Setup Disk to run the Network Setup Wizard once on each of the computers on your network. To continue, click Next.
  • Page 26 Networking Basics (continued) Please read the information on this screen, then click Finish to complete the Network Setup Wizard. The new settings will take effect when you restart the computer. Click Yes to restart the computer. You have completed configuring this computer. Next, you will need to run the Network Setup Disk on all the other computers on your network.

  • Page 27: Naming Your Computer

    Networking Basics (continued) Naming your Computer To name your computer in Windows XP, please follow these directions: Click Start (in the lower left corner of the screen). Right-click on My Computer. Select Properties. Select the Computer Name Tab in the System Properties window.
  • Page 28 Networking Basics (continued) Naming your Computer In this window, enter the Computer name. Select Workgroup and enter the name of the Workgroup. All computers on your network must have the same Workgroup name. Click OK.
  • Page 31 Networking Basics (continued) Checking the IP Address in Windows XP This window will appear. Click the Support tab. Click Close.

  • Page 33: Assigning A Static Ip Address

    Networking Basics (continued) Assigning a Static IP Address Note: Many broadband routers will automatically assign IP addresses to the computers on the network, using DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) technology. If you are using a DHCP-capable router you will not need to assign static IP addresses.

  • Page 39: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting This chapter provides solutions to problems that can occur during the installation and operation of the DWL-G510. Read the following descriptions if you are having problems. (The examples below are illustrated in Windows XP. If you do not use Windows XP, the screens on your computer will still look similar to the following examples.) How do I check that the drivers for the DWL-G510 are installed properly?
  • Page 40 Troubleshooting (continued) Double-click On Network Adapters. Right-click on D-Link DWL-G510 Wireless PCI Adapter. Select Properties to check that the drivers are in- stalled properly. Look under Device status to check that the device is working properly. Click OK.
  • Page 41 Troubleshooting (continued)
  • Page 42 Troubleshooting (continued) Double-click On Network Adapters. Right-click on D-Link DWL-G510 Wireless PCI Adapter. Select Properties to check that the drivers are in- stalled properly. Look under Device status to check that the device is working properly. Click OK.
  • Page 43 Troubleshooting (continued) 2. Why can’t I connect to the access point or the wireless router? Make sure that the SSID on the DWL-G510 Wireless G Desktop Adapter is exactly the same as the SSID on the access point or wireless router. Move the DWL-G510 and the access point or wireless router into the same room and then test the wireless connection.
  • Page 44 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 most D-Link products is default. (Double- click on the WLAN icon in the taskbar. The Link Info screen will display the SSID setting.)

  • Page 45: Technical Specifications

    Technical Specifications Standards IEEE 802.11g IEEE 802.11b Temperature Operating: 0ºC to 55ºC (32ºF to 131ºF) torage: -20ºC to 65ºC (-4ºF to 149ºF) Humidity: 5%-95% maximum, non-condensing Antenna Type: Built-in diversity patch antenna, 2dBi gain (max.) PCI Standard: PCI 2.2 Security: 64-,128-bit WEP Encryption Physical Dimensions: L = 4.72 inches (120 mm)
  • Page 46 Technical Specifications (continued) Data Modulation Type: DBPSK, DQPSK, CCK and OFDM (BPSK/QPSK/16-QAM/64-QAM) Power: 3.3 Volt ± 5% Power Consumption: 802.11g: TX 550mA, RX 330mA, Standby 300mA 802.11b: TX 580mA, RX 350mA, Standby 300mA Channels: 1-11 channels (North America) Regulation Compliant: Wireless: Wi-Fi US: FCC part 15 class B, Sec.
  • Page 47 Technical Specifications (continued) Data Rates: With Automatic Fallback 54Mbps; 48Mbps; 36Mbps; 24Mbps; 18Mbps; 12Mbps; 11Mbps; 9Mbps; 6Mbps; 5.5Mbps; 2Mbps; 1Mbps Frequency Range: 2.4GHz to 2.462GHz Range:* Indoors: Up to 328 feet (100 meters) Modulation Technology: Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing (OFDM) Transmitter Output Power: ±...

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