AirPro DWL-AB520D-LINK 2.4GHz / 5GHz MultimodeManualBuilding Networks for PeopleWireless PCI Adapter

10There are basically two modes of networking:Infrastructure – using an Access Point, such as the DWL-900AP+,DWL-5000AP or DWL-6000AP.Ad-Hoc – directl

11Please remember that D-Link AirPro wireless devices are pre-configured to connecttogether, right out of the box, with their default settings.You wil

12Getting StartedSetting up a Wireless Ad Hoc NetworkInstall the D-Link AirPro DWL-AB520 Wireless Network adapterinto the desktop computer. See the Q

13Using the Configuration UtilityConfigurationBefore you use the configuration utility for the DWL-AB520, you must install the driversand the configur

14Using the Configuration UtilityRefresh-Configuration (continued)Configuration>PropertiesAdd-New-Remove-Move down-Properties-click Refresh to disp

15Using the Configuration UtilityConfiguration>AdvancedClose-click Close to save the changes.Infrastructureand ad-hocnetwork-choose this option to

16Using the Configuration UtilityStatusConnection Status-indicates the connection status: either connected or discon-nected.Network Name-displays the

17Using the Configuration UtilityOptionGeneral SettingAdvance SettingClick on theAbout tabto find outthe firmwareversionAuto Launchwhen Windowsstarts

18Using the Network Setup Wizard in Windows XPIn this section you will learn how to establish a network at home or work,using Microsoft Windows XP.Not

19Please follow all the instructions in this window:Networking BasicsClick NextIn the following window, select the best description of your computer.

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20Enter a Computer description and a Computer name (optional.)Networking BasicsClick NextEnter a Workgroup name. All computers on your network should

21Please wait while the Network Setup Wizard applies the changes.Networking BasicsWhen the changes are complete, click Next.Please wait while the Netw

22Networking BasicsIn the window below, select the option that fits your needs. In this example, Createa Network Setup Disk has been selected. You w

23Networking BasicsPlease read the information under Here’s how in the screen below. After you com-plete the Network Setup Wizard you will use the Ne

24Networking BasicsPlease read the information on this screen, then click Finish to complete theNetwork Setup Wizard.The new settings will take effect

25Networking BasicsNaming your ComputerTo name your computer, please follow these directions:In Windows XP:Click Start (in the lower left corner of t

26Networking BasicsNaming your ComputerIn this window, enter theComputer nameSelect Workgroup and enterthe name of the WorkgroupAll computers on your

27Networking BasicsChecking the IP Address in Windows XPThis window will appear.Click theSupport tabClick CloseAssigning a Static IP Address in Win

28Networking BasicsAssigning a Static IP Address in Windows XP/2000Double-click onNetworkConnectionsDouble-click onPropertiesRight-click on Local A

29Networking BasicsAssigning a Static IP Addressin Windows XP/2000 Input your IP address andsubnet mask. (The IPAddresses on your networkmust be withi

3Contents of Package:D-Link AirPro DWL-AB5202.4 GHz / 5GHz Multimode Wireless PCI AdapterManual and Warranty on CDQuick Installation GuidePackage Cont

30Networking BasicsChecking the Wireless Connection by Pinging in Windows XP and2000Checking the Wireless Connection by Pinging in Windows Meand 98Go

311. Check that the drivers for the DWL-AB520 are installed properly.Click DeviceManagerSelect theHardwareTabTroubleshootingThis chapter provides

32TroubleshootingDouble-clickon NetworkAdaptersRight-click on D-LinkAirPro DWL-AB520Wireless PCI AdapterSelect Propertiesto check that thedrivers

33Troubleshooting2. What variables may cause my wireless products to lose reception?D-Link products let you access your network from virtually anywhe

34IEEE 802.11bIEEE 802.11aTechnical SpecificationsStandardsPowerNetworkDiagnostic LED10%-90%, non-condensingTemperatureHumidity: Operating:

35BPSKQPSK16 QAM64 QAMCSMA/CA with ACKOrthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing (OFDM)5.150 – 5.350 and 5.725 ~ 5.825 GHz12 non-overlapping channels

36802.11b SpecificationsTechnical SpecificationsSupports 64-bit or 128-bit WEP encryptionEncryption:2.4 – 2.497 GHzFrequency Range:DQPSKDBPSKDSSSCCK

37Subject to the terms and conditions set forth herein, D-Link Systems, Inc. (“D-Link”) provides this Limitedwarranty for its product only to the pers

38After an RMA number is issued, the defective product must be packaged securely in the originalor other suitable shipping package to ensure that it w

39FCC Statement: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digitaldevice, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules

4Introduction*When used with other D-Link AirPro products.D-Link introduces the integrated multimode 802.11a/802.11b wireless PCIAdapter, as part of

5Fully compatible with the 802.11a standard to provide an optimal wireless54Mbps data rate (provides a 72Mbps data rate in proprietary Turbo Mode).Fe

6LEDSLED stands for Light-Emitting Diode. The DWL-AB520 has the followingLEDs as shown below:LEDLED ActivityD-Link wireless products are based on ind

7Wireless Basics (continued)People use wireless LAN technology for many different purposes:Mobility - Productivity increases when people have access t

8The DWL-AB520 is compatible with other D-Link AirPro 802.11a products,which include:♦ 5GHz Wireless Cardbus Adapters used with laptop computers(DWL-A

9Wireless Basics (continued)Installation ConsiderationsThe D-Link AirPro DWL-AB520 lets you access your network, using a wirelessconnection, from virt