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  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Table of Contents Product Overview ............3 Configure WEP............. 30 Package Contents ........... 3 Using the D-Link Wireless Connection .... 30 System Requirements ..........3 Using the Windows Vista Utility ...... 32 ® Introduction .............. 4 Using the Windows XP Utility ......

  • Page 3: Product Overview

    Section 1 - Product Overview Product Overview Package Contents • D-Link DWA-140 Wireless 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

    Compact in size, robust in speed the DWA-140 Wireless USB Adapter is great for travel and a convenient solution for providing high performance wireless connectivity to your desktop or notebook PC. Enjoy the many benefits of wireless connectivity today! * Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11g and Draft 802.11n specifications.

  • Page 5: Features

    Protected Access) providing you a much higher level of security for your data and communication than has previously been available. • Position the DWA-140 almost anywhere in your workspace to achieve the best reception possible. • Supports Infrastructure networks via an access point and Peer-to-Peer communication in Ad-Hoc mode.

  • Page 6: Hardware Overview

    Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Overview USB Port Used to connect the DWA-140 to your computer. D-Link DWA-140 User Manual...

  • 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  - 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 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-140 User Manual...

  • Page 10: Adapter Installation

    D-Link CD. Turn on the computer and Insert the D-Link DWA-140 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.
  • Page 11 The InstallShield Wizard window will appear. Click Next By default setup will install to the default location: C:\Program Files\D-Link\DWA-140, where C: represents the drive letter of your hard drive. To install to a different location click Browse and specify the location.
  • Page 12 Next. Click Next 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 Next D-Link DWA-140 User Manual...
  • Page 13 The Wireless Connection Wizard will now appear. If you want to manually connect to a wireless network, refer to page 15. The following instructions will connect you to a wireless network using Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS). Click Next D-Link DWA-140 User Manual...
  • Page 14 Press the WPS button on your access point or wireless router within 2 minutes to establish connectivity. When this screen appears, you have successfully connected to your wireless network. Click Next to complete your setup. Click Next D-Link DWA-140 User Manual...
  • Page 15 Click “Retry” to re-connect to your wireless network with WPS. Click “Next” to select the way you want to get connected to your wireless network. Click ”Exit ” to complete the installation. Click Finish to Complete installation. Click Finish D-Link DWA-140 User Manual...

  • Page 16: Configuration

    Section  - Configuration Configuration This section will show you how to configure your new D-Link wireless adapter using the D-Link Utility as well as the Windows XP Zero Configuration Utility. ® D-Link Wireless Connection Manager The D-Link DWA-140 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.

  • Page 17: Wireless Networks

    Enter the security information to connect (refer to the Wireless Security section for more information). Activate Button: Select a wireless network profile from the drop-down menu and click Activate to connect. Allow up to 30 seconds to connect. D-Link DWA-140 User Manual...

  • Page 18: Wi-Fi Protected Setup (Wps)

    Entering this number in the utility of the WPS-enabled wireless router or access point connects you with the intended wireless network. Refer to the next page for more information. D-Link DWA-140 User Manual...

  • Page 19: My Wireless Networks

    Profile Details: The Profile Details section will display information about the wireless network such as the network name (SSID), network type (Infrastructure or Ad-Hoc), and if the network is secured. D-Link DWA-140 User Manual...

  • Page 20: Add Profile

    Infrastructure. If you are connecting to another wireless client such as an adapter, select Ad-Hoc. Set Security: Select the type of security used. Please refer to the Wireless Security section for more information. OK Button: Click OK to save your settings. D-Link DWA-140 User Manual...

  • Page 21: Modify Profile

    Displays the SSID of the network. SSID: Displays the network type. Network Type: Select the type of security used. Please refer Set Security: to the Wireless Security section for more information. Click OK to save your settings. OK Button: D-Link DWA-140 User Manual...

  • Page 22: Support

    Section  - Configuration Support If you need help, click the Support button. A panel will appear to the right of the utility which will display information about the utility. D-Link DWA-140 User Manual...

  • Page 23: About

    Section  - Configuration About The About screen gives you information about the Firmware and Utility Versions of the DWA-140. D-Link DWA-140 User Manual...

  • Page 24: Windows ® Vista Configuration Utility

    Vista Configuration Utility ® Windows Vista users may use the built-in wireless utility. If you are using Windows 2000, you must use the D-Link ® ® utility. Please refer to page 12. If you receive the Wireless Networks Detected bubble, click on the center of the bubble to access the utility.

  • Page 25: Windows ® Xp Configuration Utility

    ® If you are using Windows ® 2000, you must use the D-Link utility. Please refer to page 15. 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).

  • Page 26: Disabling The Windows ® Xp Utility

    Section  - Configuration Disabling The Windows XP Utility ® If you want to use the D-Link Wireless Connection Manager you must disable the Windows ® XP wireless utility. Right-click on the wireless computer icon in your system tray (lower-right corner next to the time). Select View Available Wireless Networks.
  • Page 27 In the Wireless Network Connection Properties window, uncheck Use Windows to configure my wireless network ® settings and then click OK. Click -> Start -> Programs -> D-Link -> D-Link RangeBooster N DWA-140 -> Wireless Connection Manager D-Link DWA-140 User Manual...

  • Page 28: 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-140 offers the following types of security: • WPA2 (Wi-Fi Protected Access 2) • WPA2-PSK (Pre-Shared Key) •...

  • Page 29: What Is Wpa

    WPA/WPA2 incorporates user authentication through the Extensible Authentication Protocol (EAP). EAP is built on a more secure public key encryption system to ensure that only authorized network users can access the network. D-Link DWA-140 User Manual...

  • Page 30: Configure Wep

    WEP key being used. 1. Open the Wireless Connection Manager by double-clicking on the D-Link icon on your desktop. From the list of available wireless networks, select the network you want to connect to can click Connect.
  • Page 31 Make sure you enter the WEP key exactly the same on all wireless devices. It is strongly recommended to set the authentication to Shared Key. 1. Open the Wireless Connection Manager by double-clicking on the D-Link icon on your desktop. Click on New to create a new profile or highlight an existing profile and click Modify.

  • Page 32: Using The Windows ® Vista Utility

    ® ™ 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-140 User Manual...
  • Page 33 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-140 User Manual...

  • Page 34: 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-140 User Manual...
  • Page 35 It may take 20-30 seconds to connect to the wireless network. If the connection fails, please verify that the WEP settings are correct. The WEP key must be exactly the same as on the wireless router or access point. D-Link DWA-140 User Manual...

  • Page 36: Configure Wpa/Wpa2 Passphrase

    Section 4 - Wireless Security Configure WPA/WPA2 Passphrase Using the D-Link Wireless Connection Manager It is recommended to enable WPA-PSK on your wireless router or access point before configuring your wireless adapter. If you are joining an existing network, you will need to know the WPA-PSK passphrase being used.
  • Page 37 Make sure you enter the passphrase exactly the same on all wireless devices. 1. Open the Wireless Connection Manager by double-clicking on the D-Link icon on your desktop. Click on New to create a new profile or highlight an existing profile and click Modify.

  • Page 38: Using The Windows ® Vista

    ® ™ 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-140 User Manual...
  • Page 39 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-140 User Manual...

  • Page 40: Using The Windows ® Xp

    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-140 User Manual...
  • Page 41 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-140 User Manual...

  • Page 42: Troubleshooting

    1. How do I know if my adapter is installed properly? Go to Start > My Computer > Properties. Select the Hardware Tab. D-Link DWA-140 User Manual...
  • Page 43 Section  - Troubleshooting Click the + sign next to Network Adapters. Right-click on D-Link DWA-140 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.
  • Page 44 If Windows does not detect the hardware upon insertion of the adapter, make sure to completely remove drivers that were previously loaded. 3. The computer with the DWA-140 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 45 If Security is enabled, make sure that the correct encryption keys are entered on both the DWA-130 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-140 User Manual...

  • Page 46: 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 47: Wireless Basics

    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 48 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 49 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 50 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 51: 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-140 User Manual...

  • Page 52: Networking Basics

    Check your IP address After you install your new D-Link adapter, by default, the TCP/IP settings should be set to obtain an IP address from a DHCP server (i.e. wireless router) automatically. To verify your IP address, please follow the steps below.

  • Page 53: Statically Assign An Ip Address

    2000 - From the desktop, right-click My Network Places > Properties. ® Step 2 Right-click on the Local Area Connection which represents your D-Link network adapter and select Properties. Step 3 Highlight Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and click Properties. Step 4 Click Use the following IP address and enter an IP address that is on the same subnet as your network or the LAN IP address on your router.

  • Page 54: Technical Specifications

    • 802.11n: 30/60/90/120/180/240/270/300Mbps Storage Humidity 5% to 95% non-condensing TRANSMIT OUTPUT POWER (typical) • 18dbm (802.11 b) Certifications • 14dbm (802.11 g/n) • FCC Class B ANTENNAS • CE • Two integrated antennas • C-Tick • IC D-Link DWA-140 User Manual...
  • Page 55 * Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 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-140 User Manual...

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