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D-Link DWA-127 User Manual

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  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Using Windows Vista® ............17 Using Windows XP ..............18 ® Wireless Security ..............19 What is WPA? ................19 Using Windows 7 ...............20 ® Using Windows Vista ............23 ® Using the Windows XP Utility ........25 ® Troubleshooting ..............27 D-Link DWA-127 User Manual...

  • Page 3: Product Overview

    Section 1 - Product Overview Product Overview Package Contents • D-Link DWA-127 Wireless N 150 High-Gain USB Adapter • Manual and Warranty on CD • D-Link Wireless Connection Manager on CD • Quick Installation Guide System Requirements • A computer or laptop with an available USB 2.0 port •...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    D-Link’s Quick Setup Wizard guides you step-by-step through the installation process. You’ll be able to configure this USB Adapter without having to call the teenager from down the street to help you. The D-Link Wireless Manager is included with this product to keep track of all your most frequently accessed networks.

  • Page 5: Features

    • 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-127 almost anywhere in your workspace to achieve the best reception possible. •...

  • Page 6: Hardware Overview

    Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Overview USB Port Used to connect the DWA-127 to your computer. WPS Button P r e s s t h e W P S b u t t o n t o automatically connect to a WPS- enabled wireless router or access point and establish connectivity.

  • Page 7: Installation

    Remove Existing Installations If you’ve installed a different manufacture’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

    Section 2 - Installation 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).
  • Page 9 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-127 Wireless N 150 USB Adapter D-Link DWA-127 User Manual...

  • Page 10: 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 11: Adapter Installation

    Section 2 - Installation Adapter Installation Warning: Do NOT install the DWA-127 USB Adapter into your computer before installing the driver software from the D-Link CD. Turn on the computer and Insert the D-Link DWA-127 Driver CD in the CD-ROM drive.
  • Page 12 Section 2 - Installation The InstallShield Wizard window will appear. Click Next Insert the adapter into an available USB port on your computer. Click Next Click Finish to complete your setup. Click Finish D-Link DWA-127 User Manual...

  • Page 13: Wi-Fi Protected Setup (Wps)

    “Push Button Configuration” (PBC) is a external button on the adapter that connects you to other WPS-enabled devices. A connection can be established by clicking the button, then pushing the physical button on the access point or wireless router within 120 seconds. Refer to next page. D-Link DWA-127 User Manual...

  • Page 14: Push Button

    2. Press the WPS button located on your access point or router to continue. This screen will appear once you have successfully established connection with your network. D-Link DWA-127 User Manual...
  • Page 15 The adapter will try to establish connectivity to your access point or wireless router. When this screen appears, you have successfully established connectivity. Click Finish to complete your setup. WPS UI will save the wireless connection profile named “security.htm” on the desktop D-Link DWA-127 User Manual...

  • Page 16: Connect To A Wireless Network

    Click on a network (displayed using the SSID) 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 the Networking Basics section in this manual for more information. D-Link DWA-127 User Manual...

  • Page 17: Using Windows Vista

    Click on a network (displayed using the SSID) and click the Connect button. If you get a good signal but cannot access the Internet, check you TCP/IP settings for your wireless adapter. Refer to the Networking Basics section in this manual for more information. D-Link DWA-127 User Manual...

  • Page 18: Using Windows ® Xp

    Click on a network (displayed using the SSID) 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 the Networking Basics section in this manual for more information. D-Link DWA-127 User Manual...

  • Page 19: Wireless Security

    Section 4 - Wireless Security Wireless Security This section will show you the different levels of security you can use to protect your data from intruders. The DWA-127 offers the following types of security: • WPA2-PSK (Pre-Shared Key) • WPA-PSK (Pre-Shared Key)

  • Page 20: Using Windows ® 7

    If you are joining an existing network, you will need to know the security key or passphrase being used. 1. Click on the wireless icon in your system tray (lower-right corner). 2. The utility will display any available wireless networks in your area. D-Link DWA-127 User Manual...
  • Page 21 If you get a good signal but cannot access the Internet, check your TCP/IP settings for your wireless adapter. Refer to the Networking Basics section in this manual for more information. 4. The following window appears while your computer tries to connect to the router. D-Link DWA-127 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-127 User Manual...

  • Page 23: Using Windows Vista

    Wireless Utility by right-clicking on the ® wireless computer icon in your system tray (lower right corner of screen). Select Connect to a network. 2. Highlight the wireless network (SSID) you would like to connect to and click Connect. D-Link DWA-127 User Manual...
  • Page 24 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-127 User Manual...

  • Page 25: Using The Windows Xp Utility

    XP Wireless Utility by right-clicking ® on the wireless computer icon in your system tray (lower-right corner of screen). Select View Available Wireless Networks. 2. Highlight the wireless network (SSID) you would like to connect to and click Connect. D-Link DWA-127 User Manual...
  • Page 26 It may take 20-30 seconds to connect to the wireless network. If the connection fails, please verify that the WPA-PSK settings are correct. The WPA-PSK passphrase must be exactly the same as on the wireless router or access point. D-Link DWA-127 User Manual...

  • Page 27: Troubleshooting

    Section 5 - Troubleshooting Troubleshooting This chapter provides solutions to problems that can occur during the installation and operation of the DWA-127. Read the following descriptions if you are having problems. (The examples below are illustrated in Windows XP. If you have a different ®...

  • Page 28: D-Link Dwa-127 User Manual

    Right-click on D-Link Wireless N 150 High-Gain USB Adapter. Select Properties to check that the drivers are installed properly. Look under Device Status to check that the device is working properly. Click OK to continue. D-Link DWA-127 Wireless N 150 USB Adapter D-Link DWA-127 User Manual...

  • Page 29: D-Link Dwa-127 User Manual

    3. The computer with the DWA-127 installed is unable to connect to the wireless network and/or the Internet. • Check that the LED indicators for the broadband modem are indicating normal activity. If not, there may be a problem with the broadband connection.

  • Page 30: D-Link Dwa-127 User Manual

    If Security is enabled, make sure that the correct encryption keys are entered on both the DWA-127 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.

  • Page 31: 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 32 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 33 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 34 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.

  • Page 35: 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-127 User Manual...

  • Page 36: 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 37: Statically Assign An Ip Address

    XP - Click on Start > Control Panel. Make sure you are in Classic View. Double-click on the Network Connections icon. ® • Right-click on the Local Area Connection which represents your D-Link wireless network adapter (or other adapter) which will be connected to your router.

  • Page 38: Windows 7/Windows Vista Users

    Windows Vista, click on Manage network connections along the left panel in the window. For Windows 7, 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.

  • Page 39: Technical Specifications

    * Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11n and 802.11g 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 factors will adversely affect wireless signal range. D-Link DWA-127 User Manual...

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