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Table o Contents
Product Overview ......................................................................3
Package Contents ..................................... .......................................... ............ 3
System Requirements ..................................... .......................................... ..... 3
Introduction .......................................... ......................................... ................... 4
Features .................................... ......................................... ................................. 5
Hardware Overview ......................................... .......................................... ..... 6
Installation ..................................................................................7
Getting Started .................................... ......................................... ................... 7
Remove Existing Installations ......................................... ................... 7
Disable Other Wireless Adapters .................................... .................. 8
Wireless Installation Considerations ......................................................10
Adapter Installation ......................................... .......................................... ...11
Wi-Fi Protected Setup ( WPS)...........................................................17
Conguration .......................................................................... 20
D-Link Wireless Connection Manager ................................................ ...20
Wireless Networks................................................................................21
My Wireless Networks.........................................................................25
Add Prole .......................................................................................26
Modiy Prole..................................................................................27
Support ....................................................................................................28
About ........................................................................................................29
Connect to a Wireless Network ............................................ 30
Using Windows 7 ..........................................................................................30
Connect to a Wireless Network ............................................ 31
Using Windows Vista...................................................................................31
Using Windows XP .......................................................................................32
Wireless Security ..................................................................... 33What is WPA? ......................................... ......................................... .................33
Congure WPA/WPA2 Passphrase .................................... .......................34
Using the D-Link Wireless Connection Manager ......................34
Using Windows 7 .................................................................................36
Using Windows Vista..........................................................................39
Using the Windows XP Utility .........................................................41
Congure WPA/WPA2 (RADIUS) ...............................................................43
Using the D-Link Wireless Connection Manager ......................43
Troubleshooting ..................................................................... 44
Windows 7 Troubleshooting ....................................................................48
Wireless Basics ........................................................................ 50
Wireless Modes ..............................................................................................54
Networking Basics .................................................................. 55
Check your IP address ...................................... ......................................... ...55
Windows XP/2000 Users ..................................... ..............................55
Windows 7/Vista Users ........................................ ..............................55
Statically Assign an IP address .................................... ..............................56
Windows XP/2000 Users ..................................... ..............................56
Windows 7/Vista Users ........................................ ..............................57
Technical Specications ........................................................ 58
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Section 1 - Product Overview
D-Link DWA-121 Wireless N 150 Pico USB Adapter
System Requirements
AcomputerorlaptopwithanavailableUSB2.0port
Windows 7,Vista, XP (Service Pack 2)
CD-ROMDrive
300MHzprocessorandatleast64MBofRAM
A802.11nor802.11gaccesspointorwirelessrouter
Product OverviewPack
age Contents
Manual and Sotware on CD
Quick Installation Guide
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IntroductionThe DWA-121 Wireless N 150 Pico USB Adapter is a convenient wireless connectivity solution or desktop or notebook PCs. Instead o stringing
EthernetcablestoyourPCordismantlingyourdesktopcomputercase,theDWA-121canenable802.11nwirelessconnectivitybysimplyutilizing
your desktop or notebook PCs USB port.
Powered by Wireless N 150 technology, the DWA-121 provides a aster wireless connection and superior reception than 802.11g*. The DWA-121 is
designedforuseinbiggerhomesandforthosethatdemandhigherbandwidthnetworking.Maximizewirelessperformancebyconnectingthis
USB Adapter to a Wireless N router and stay connected rom virtually anywhere in the home. This USB Adapter supports WPA and WPA2 encryption
to prevent outside intrusion and protect your personal inormation rom being exposed.
D-LinksQuickSetupWizardguidesyoustep-by-stepthroughtheinstallationprocess.YoullbeabletocongurethisUSBAdapterwithouthaving
any diculties. The D-Link Wireless Manager is included with this product to keep track o all your most requently accessed networks.
Compactinsize,robustinspeedtheDWA-121WirelessN150PicoUSBAdapterisgreatfortravelandaconvenientsolutionforprovidinghigh
perormance wireless connectivity to your desktop or notebook PC. Enjoy the many benets o wireless connectivity today!
* Maximum wireless signal rate derived rom IEEE Standard 802.11g and 802.11n specications. Actual data throughput will vary. Network conditions andenvironmental actors, including volume o network tra0c, building materials and construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate.Environmental conditions will adversely aect wireless signal range.
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Features Compactsizeforplacementanywhere
ConvenienceofPlug&Playinstallation
Fully802.11gcompatible
802.11ncompliant
PoweredbytheUSBport;noexternalpowersourcerequired
USB2.0standard*
YoucansecurelyconnecttoawirelessnetworkusingWPA/WPA2(Wi-FiProtectedAccess)providingyouamuchhigherlevelof
security or your data and communication than has previously been available.
PositiontheDWA-121almostanywhereinyourworkspacetoachievethebestreceptionpossible
Supports Inrastructure networks via an access point
User-friendlycongurationanddiagnosticutilities
* Using a USB 1.1 port will adversely aect throughput.
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Getting Started
InstallationThis section will walk you through the installation process. I you have a built-in wireless adapter, please disable it in device manager beore installing
your D-Link adapter. Also, i you have previously installed another wireless adapter, please make sure any sotware is uninstalled.
Beore installing your new D-Link wireless adapter, please veriy the ollowing:
Removeanypreviousinstallationsofwirelessadapters
Disableanybuilt-inwirelessadapters
VerifythesettingssuchastheSSIDandsecuritysettingsofthenetwork(s)youwanttoconnectto
Remove Existing Installations
I youve installed a dierent manuactures adapter or a dierent model D-Link adapter, make sure the sotware is uninstalled beore installing
the new sotware. Some utilities may cause a confict with the new sotware. I you plan to use multiple adapters at dierent times, make sure the
utilities are not set to load when your computer boots up. Windows
7, Vista
and XP users may use the built-in wireless utility or all adapters.
To remove any old sotware:
Windows 7 users: ClickStart > Control Panel > Uninstall Programs.
Windows Vista/XP users: ClickStart > Control Panel > Add or Remove Programs.
Windows 2000 users: ClickStart > Settings > Control Panel > Add or Remove Programs.
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Disable Other Wireless Adapters
Most newer laptops may include a built-in wireless adapter. To prevent any conficts 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 Manage.
Then, clickDevice Manager. Scroll down the list and click the + sign to the let oNetwork Adapters.
Right-click the adapter you would like to disable and select Disable.
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ClickYes 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. I you would like to use the
adapter, simply right-click it and select Enable.
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Wireless Installation ConsiderationsThe D-Link wireless adapter lets you access your network using a wireless connection rom virtually anywhere within the operating range o your
wireless network. Keep in mind that the number, thickness and location o walls, ceilings, or other objects that the wireless signals must pass
through, may limit the range. Typical ranges vary depending on the types o materials and background RF (radio requency) noise in your home or
business.Thekeytomaximizingwirelessrangeistofollowthesebasicguidelines:
1. Keep the number o walls and ceilings between the D-Link adapter and other network devices to a minimum - each wall or ceiling
can reduce your adapters range rom 3-90 eet (1-30 meters.) Position your devices so that the number o walls or ceilings is
minimized.
2. Be aware o the direct line between network devices. A wall that is 1.5 eet thick (.5 meters), at a 45-degree angle appears to be
almost 3 eet (1 meter) thick. At a 2-degree angle it looks over 42 eet (14 meters) thick! Position devices so that the signal will
travel straight through a wall or ceiling (instead o at an angle) or better reception.
3. Building Materials make a dierence. A solid metal door or aluminum studs may have a negative eect on range. Try to positionaccess points, wireless routers, and computers so that the signal passes through drywall or open doorways. Materials and objects
such as glass, steel, metal, walls with insulation, water (sh tanks), mirrors, le cabinets, brick, and concrete will degrade your
wireless signal.
4. Keep your product away (at least 3-6 eet or 1-2 meters) rom electrical devices or appliances that generate RF noise.
5. Ifyouareusing2.4GHzcordlessphonesorX-10(wirelessproductssuchasceilingfans,lights,andhomesecuritysystems),your
wirelessconnectionmaydegradedramaticallyordropcompletely.Makesureyour2.4GHzphonebaseisasfarawayfromyour
wireless devices as possible. The base transmits a signal even i the phone in not in use.
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Warning: Do NOT install the DWA-121 Wireless N 150 Pico USB Adapter into your computer beore installing the driver sotware rom the
D-Link CD.
Turn on the computer and Insert the D-Link DWA-121 Driver CD in the CD-ROM drive.
I the CD Autorun unction does not automatically start on your computer, go to Start > Run. In the run box type D:\Autorun.exe (where D:
represents the drive letter o your CD-ROM drive).
When the autorun screen appears, clickInstall Drivers.
Adapter Installation
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The InstallShield Wizardwindow will appear.
Please select your language rom the list and clickNext to continue.
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Insert the adapter into an available USB port on your computer.
I the Found New Hardware Wizardappears, clickCancel.
Select the new older or an existing older that you would like the installation
WizardtoaddprogramiconstoandthenclickNext.
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Pleasewaitwhiletheinstallationwizardconguresyournewsoftwareinstallation.
To manually connect to your wireless network, select Manually connect to a
wireless networkand then clickNext.
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To manually connect to your wireless network, select Manually connect to a
wireless networkand then clickNext.
Enter the network name (SSID) manually. I you enter the SSID incorrectly, you
will be directed to the site survey page. ClickScan to display the site survey page
or clickNext to continue.
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ClickFinish to continue. I you are prompted to reboot your computer, select
Yes, I want to restart my computer now.
Click the Scan button to display a list o wireless networks (site survey). Click on
the network name (SSID) and clickNext.
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Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS)
Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) System is designed or easy setup o security-enabled
Wi-Fi networks. It is recommended to have the access point or wireless router
nearby during setup.
For more inormation on WPS, visit the Wi-Fi Alliance website at www.wi-.org.
To begin the WPS setup, select the option the Use the WiFi Protected Setup (WPS)
wizard or simplied Wireless connection and clickNext.
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Press the WPS button located on the right side o the Router/ Access point until it
is lit and click on the virtual Connect Now button.
Please wait while the Router/ Access point establishes connection.
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When this screen appears, you have successully established connectivity. Click
Finish to complete your setup.
Press the WPS button located on the right side o the Router/Access point until
it is lit and click on the virtual Connect Now button.
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Section 3 - Conguration
CongurationThis section will show you how to congure your new D-Link wireless adapter using the D-Link Utility as well as the Windows XP Zero Conguration
Utility and Vista WLAN Autoconguration.
D-Link Wireless Connection Manager
The D-Link DWA-121 uses the Wireless Connection Manager as the management sotware. The manager provides the user an easy interace to
change any settings related to the wireless adapter. Clicking on the Wireless Connection Manager icon on the desktop will start the Conguration.
I you are using Windows 7, Vista, or XP, please skip to pages 30, 31 or 32 respectively.
Double-click the Wireless Connection Manager icon on your
desktop.
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Wireless Networks
The SSID (Service Set Identier) is the name o the wirelessnetwork.
Displays the MAC address o the wireless device.
Displays the Link Quality o the wireless connection.
I there is a lock icon, this means the wireless network is
secure.Youmustknowtheencryptionkey/securitysettings
to connect.
Displays the channel o the wireless network.
Connect to a wireless network using Wi-Fi Protected Setup.
Reer to the next page.
Rescans or available wireless networks in your area.
Highlight a wireless network and click the Connect button. I
the network is secure, a pop-up window will appear. Enter the
security inormation to connect (reer to the Wireless Security
section or more inormation).
Select a wireless network prole rom the drop-down menuand click Activate to connect. Allow up to 30 seconds to
connect.
MAC:
SSID:
Channel:
Signal:
Security:
Reresh Button:
Connect Button:
Activate Button:
The Wireless Networks (Site Survey) page will display all wireless networks that are available in your area. To connect to a network, simply highlight
the wireless network (SSID) and clickConnect.
WPS Button:
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To use the PIN method, select PIN (Personal Identication Number) and clickNext.
Make sure your access point or wireless router is close by. Write down the number
on the screen. Enter this number in your access point or wireless router. Please
reer to the manuactures manual or instructions.
Once you clickNext, you will have two minutes to enter this number in youraccess point or wireless router.
Personal Identication Number (PIN)
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The adapter will try to establish connectivity to your access point or wireless
router.
When this screen appears, you have successully established connectivity. Click
Finish to complete your setup.
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Press the WPS button located on the right side o the Router/Access point until
it is lit and click on the virtual Connect Now button.
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My Wireless Networks
The My Wireless Networks page will allow you to create, edit, and delete wireless network proles. Every time you connect to a network using the
Wireless Networks page, a prole will automatically be created.
New Button:
Modiy:
ClickNew to create a new wireless network prole (reer topage 22).
ClickModiy to edit a current prole (reer to page 23).
ClickDelete to remove a prole.
ClickActivate to use a prole. Allow up to 30 seconds to
connect to the wireless network.
The Prole Details section will display inormation about the
wireless network such as the network name (SSID), networktype (Inrastructure), and i the network is secured.
Delete:
Activate:
Prole Details:
S i C i
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Add Prole
YoumayaddanewnetworkbyclickingtheNew button rom the My Wireless Networks page.
Prole Name:
SSID:
Enter a name or your prole (e.g. Home, Oce, Coee Shop).
Enter the SSID o the wireless network.
Select the network type. I you are connecting to a wireless
router or access point, select Inrastructure. (Ad-hoc mode is
not supported)
Select the type o security used. Please reer to the Wireless
Security section or more inormation.
ClickOKto save your settings.
Network Type:
Security Type:
OK Button:
S i 3 C i
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Modiy Prole
YoumayeditanexistingprolebyselectingtheproleandclickingtheModiy button rom the My Wireless Networks page.
Prole Name:
SSID:
Enter a name or your prole (e.g. Home, Oce,
Coee Shop).
Displays the SSID o the network.
Displays the network type.
Select the type o security used. Please reer to the
Wireless Security section or more inormation.
ClickOKto save your settings.
Network Type:
Security Type:
OK Button:
S ti 3 C ti
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Support
I you need help, click the Support button. A panel will appear to the right o the utility which will display inormation about the utility.
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The About screen gives you inormation about the Driver and Utility Versions o the DWA-121.
About
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Connect to a Wireless NetworkUsing Windows 7
Windows 7 users may use the built-in wireless utility. I you are using another companys utility or Windows 2000, please reer to the user manual o
your wireless adapter or help with connecting to a wireless network. Most utilities will have a site survey option similar to the Windows 7 utility
as seen below.
Right-click on the wireless computer icon in your system tray (lower-right
corner next to the time). Select Connect to a network.
I you receive the Wireless Networks Detected bubble, click on the center
o the bubble to access the utility.
or
The utility will display any available wireless networks in your area. Click on
a network (displayed using the SSID) and click the Connect button.
I you get a good signal but cannot access the Internet, check you TCP/IP
settings or your wireless adapter. Reer to the Networking Basics section
in this manual or more inormation.
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Connect to a Wireless NetworkUsing Windows Vista
Windows Vista users may use the built-in wireless utility. I you are using another companys utility or Windows 2000, please reer to the user manualo your wireless adapter or help with connecting to a wireless network. Most utilities will have a site survey option similar to the Windows Vista
utility as seen below.
Right-click on the wireless computer icon in your system tray (lower-right
corner next to the time). Select Connect to a network.
I you receive the Wireless Networks Detected bubble, click on the center
o the bubble to access the utility.
or
The utility will display any available wireless networks in your area. Click on
a network (displayed using the SSID) and click the Connect button.
I you get a good signal but cannot access the Internet, check you TCP/IP
settings or your wireless adapter. Reer to the Networking Basics section
in this manual or more inormation.
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Connect to a Wireless NetworkUsing Windows XP
Windows XP users may use the built-in wireless utility (Zero Conguration Utility). The ollowing instructions are or Service Pack 2 users. I you are
using another companys utility or Windows 2000, please reer to the user manual o your wireless adapter or help with connecting to a wirelessnetwork. Most utilities will have a site survey option similar to the Windows XP utility as seen below.
Right-click on the wireless computer icon in your system tray (lower-right
corner next to the time). Select View Available Wireless Networks.
I you receive the Wireless Networks Detected bubble, click on the center
o the bubble to access the utility.
or
The utility will display any available wireless networks in your area. Click on
a network (displayed using the SSID) and click the Connect button.
I you get a good signal but cannot access the Internet, check you TCP/IP
settings or your wireless adapter. Reer to the Networking Basics section
in this manual or more inormation.
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Wireless SecurityThis section will show you the dierent levels o security you can use to protect your data rom intruders. The
DWA-121 oers the ollowing types o security:
WPA2(Wi-FiProtectedAccess2) WPA2-PSK(Pre-SharedKey)
WPA(Wi-FiProtectedAccess) WPA-PSK(Pre-SharedKey)
What is WPA?WPA, or Wi-Fi Protected Access, is a Wi-Fi standard that was designed to improve the security eatures o WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy).
The 2 major improvements over WEP:
ImproveddataencryptionthroughtheTemporalKeyIntegrityProtocol(TKIP).TKIPscramblesthekeysusingahashingalgorithm
and, by adding an integrity-checking eature, ensures that the keys havent been tampered with. WPA2 is based on 802.11i and
uses Advanced Encryption Standard instead o TKIP.
Userauthentication,whichisgenerallymissinginWEP,throughtheextensibleauthenticationprotocol(EAP).WEPregulatesaccess
to a wireless network based on a computers hardware-specic MAC address, which is relatively simple to be snied out and stolen.
EAPisbuiltonamoresecurepublic-keyencryptionsystemtoensurethatonlyauthorizednetworkuserscanaccessthenetwork.
WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK uses a passphrase or key to authenticate your wireless connection. The key is an alpha-numeric password between 8 and 63
characterslong.Thepasswordcanincludesymbols(!?*&_)andspaces.Thiskeymustbetheexactsamekeyenteredonyourwirelessrouteror
access point.
WPA/WPA2 incorporates user authentication through the Extensible Authentication Protocol (EAP). EAP is built on a more secure public key encryption
systemtoensurethatonlyauthorizednetworkuserscanaccessthenetwork.
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Congure WPA/WPA2 PassphraseUsing the D-Link Wireless Connection Manager
It is recommended to enable WPA-PSK on your wireless router or access point beore conguring your wireless adapter. I you are joining an existing
network, you will need to know the WPA-PSK passphrase being used.
1. Open the Wireless Connection Manager by double-clicking on the D-Link icon on your desktop.
2. Highlight the wireless network (SSID) you would like to connect to and clickConnect. I the network is using WPA-PSK, the screen (as shown to
the bottom-right) will appear.
3. Enter the WPA-PSK passphrase exactly as it is on your wireless router or access
point. Click the Show text in the password eld box to see the passphrase.
Unchecking it will hide it.
4. ClickOKto connect to the network. Allow up to 30 seconds to connect.
I you would like to create a new network and enter the WPA-PSK settings, reer to
the next page.
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It is recommended to enable WPA-PSK on your wireless router or access point beore conguring your wireless adapter. 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 prole or highlight
an existing prole and clickModiy.
2. Select WPA/WPA2-Personal under Set Security Option.
3. Select TKIP or AES.
4. Enter the passphrase exactly as it is on your wireless router or access
point.
5. ClickOKto connect to the network. Allow up to 30 seconds to connect.
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Congure WPA/WPA2 PassphraseUsing Windows 7
It is recommended to enable wireless security (WPA/WPA2) on your wireless router or access point beore conguring your wireless adapter. I youare joining an existing network, you will need to know the security key or passphrase being used.
2. The utility will display any available wireless networks in your area.
1. Click on the wireless icon in your system tray (lower-right corner).
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3. Highlight the wireless network (SSID) you would like to connect to and click
the Connect button.
I you get a good signal but cannot access the Internet, check your TCP/IP
settings or your wireless adapter. Reer to the Networking Basics section
in this manual or more inormation.
4. The ollowing window appears while your computer tries to connect to the
router.
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5. Enter the same security key or passphrase that is on your router and click
Connect.YoucanalsoconnectbypushingtheWPSbuttonontherouter.
It may take 20-30 seconds to connect to the wireless network. I the connection
ails, please veriy that the security settings are correct. The key or passphrase
must be exactly the same as on the wireless router.
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Congure WPA/WPA PassphraseUsing Windows Vista
It is recommended to enable wireless security (WPA/WPA2) on your wireless router or access point beore conguring your wireless adapter. I youare joining an existing network, you will need to know the security key or passphrase being used.
2. Highlight the wireless network (SSID) you would like to connect to and
clickConnect.
1. Open the Windows Vista Wireless Utility by right-clicking on the wireless
computer icon in your system tray (lower right corner o screen). Select
Connect to a network.
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3. Enter the same security key or passphrase that is on your router and click
Connect.
It may take 20-30 seconds to connect to the wireless network. I the connection
ails, please veriy that the security settings are correct. The key or passphrase
must be exactly the same as on the wireless router.
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Congure WPA/WPA2 PassphraseUsing the Windows XP Utility
It is recommended to enable WPA-PSK on your wireless router or access point beore conguring your wireless adapter. I you are joining an existing
network, you will need to know the WPA-PSK key being used.
2. Highlight the wireless network (SSID) you would like to connect to
and clickConnect.
1. Open the Windows XP Wireless Utility by right-clicking on the wireless
computer icon in your system tray (lower-right corner o screen). Select
View Available Wireless Networks.
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3. The Wireless Network Connection box will appear. Enter the WPA-PSK passphrase
and clickConnect.
It may take 20-30 seconds to connect to the wireless network. I the connection ails,
please veriy that the WPA-PSK settings are correct. The WPA-PSK passphrase must be
exactly the same as on the wireless router or access point.
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Congure WPA/WPA2 (RADIUS)Using the D-Link Wireless Connection Manager
WPA and WPA2 are or advanced users who are amiliar with using a RADIUS server and setting up certicates.
1. Open the Wireless Connection Manager by double-clicking on the D-Link icon on your
desktop. Click on New to create a new prole or highlight an existing prole and click
Modiy.
2. Select WPA/WPA2-Enterprise under Set Security Option and then select TKIP or AES.
3. Click on Advanced Cong to continue.
4. Next to EAP Type, select EAP-TLS or PEAP. Extensible Authentication Protocols allow
devices on the network to request authentication rom the RADIUS server in the network.All the devices on the network must use the same EAP type when using a RADIUS server
or authentication. Some RADIUS servers require that the Validate Server eld be selected.
Check this eld i your RADIUS server requires validation.
5. Select an User Certicate rom the drop-down menu.
6. Enter the login inormation required to authenticate.
7. ClickAdd to enter the IP address(es) o your RADIUS servers.
8. ClickOKto save your settings.
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1. How do I know i my adapter is installed properly?
Select the Hardware Tab.
TroubleshootingThis chapter provides solutions to problems that can occur during the installation and operation o the DWA-121. Read the ollowing descriptions
i you are having problems. (The examples below are illustrated in Windows XP. I you have a dierent operating system, the screenshots on your
computer will look similar to the ollowing examples.)
Go to Start > My Computer > Properties.
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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.
Look under Device Status to check that the device is working
properly. ClickOKto continue.
D-Link DWA-121 Wireless N 150 Pico USB Adapter
D-Link DWA-121
Wireless N 150 Pico USB Adapter
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Make sure that the DWA-121 Wireless USB Adapter is properly seated in the computers USB port. I Windows does not detect the hardware upon
insertion o the adapter, try a dierent port. Also, make sure to completely remove the drivers that were previously loaded.
2. The computer does not recognize the DWA-121 Wireless N 150 Pico USB Adapter.
CheckthattheLEDindicatorsforthebroadbandmodemareindicatingnormalactivity.Ifnot,theremaybeaproblemwiththebroadband
connection.
CheckthattheLEDindicatorsonthewirelessrouterarefunctioningproperly.Ifnot,checkthattheACpowerandEthernetcablesare
rmly connected.
CheckthattheIPAddress,subnetmask,gateway,andDNSsettingsarecorrectlyobtainedfromyournetwork.Conrmyourwireless
key.
InInrastructure mode, make sure the same Service Set Identier(SSID) is specied on the settings or the wireless clients and access
points. The SSID actory deault setting or D-Link products is deault. (Double-click on the WLAN icon in the taskbar. The Link Ino
screen will display the SSID setting.)
3. The computer with the DWA-121 installed is unable to connect to the wireless network and/or the Internet.
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Check that the Network Connection or the wireless client is congured properly. Select AP (Inrastructure) when connecting to an access point.
Double-click on the WLANicon in the taskbar > click on Conguration to change the settings or the wireless adapter.
IfSecurity 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 > clickEncryption. Check to see that the key selected is set to the same key as other devices on the network.
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Windows 7 Troubleshooting
Go to Start > Computer > Properties.
Select the Device Manager
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Click the + sign next to Network Adapters.
Right-click on D-LinkDWA-121 Wireless N 150 Pico USB Adapter.
Select Properties to check that the drivers are installed properly.
Look under Device Status to check that the device is working properly. ClickOKto continue.
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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 amily o products will allow you to
securelyaccessthedatayouwant,whenandwhereyouwantit.Youwillbeabletoenjoythefreedomthatwirelessnetworkingdelivers.
A wireless local area network ( WLAN) is a cellular computer network that transmits and receives data with radio signals instead o wires. Wireless
LANs are used increasingly in both home and oce environments, and public areas such as airports, coee shops and universities. Innovative ways
toutilizeWLANtechnologyarehelpingpeopletoworkandcommunicatemoreeciently.Increasedmobilityandtheabsenceofcablingandother
xed inrastructure have proven to be benecial or many users.
Wireless users can use the same applications they use on a wired network. Wireless adapter cards used on laptop and desktop systems support the
same protocols as Ethernet adapter cards.
Under many circumstances, it may be desirable or mobile network devices to link to a conventional Ethernet LAN in order to use servers, printers
or an Internet connection supplied through the wired LAN. A Wireless Router is a device used to provide this link.
Wireless Basics
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What is Wireless?
Wireless or Wi-Fi technology is another way o connecting your computer to the network without using wires. Wi-Fi uses radio
requency to connect wirelessly, so you have the reedom to connect computers anywhere in your home or oce network.
Why D-Link Wireless?
D-Link is the worldwide leader and award winning designer, developer, and manuacturer o networking products. D-Link
delivers the perormance you need at a price you can aord. D-Link has all the products you need to build your network.
How does wireless work?
Wireless works similar to how cordless phone work, through radio signals to transmit data rom one point A to point B. But wireless
technologyhasrestrictionsastohowyoucanaccessthenetwork.Youmustbewithinthewirelessnetworkrangeareatobeable
to connect your computer. There are two dierent types o wireless networks Wireless Local Area Network ( WLAN), and Wireless
Personal Area Network (WPAN).
Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN)
In a wireless local area network, a device called an Access Point (AP) connects computers to the network. The access point has
a small antenna attached to it, which allows it to transmit data back and orth over radio signals. With an indoor access point as
seen in the picture, the signal can travel up to 300 eet. With an outdoor access point the signal can reach out up to 30 miles to
serve places like manuacturing plants, industrial locations, college and high school campuses, airports, gol courses, and many
other outdoor venues.
Wireless Personal Area Network (WPAN)
Bluetooth is the industry standard wireless technology used or WPAN. Bluetooth devices in WPAN operate in a range up to 30
eet away.
Compared to WLAN the speed and wireless operation range are both less than WLAN, but in return it doesnt use nearly as much
power which makes it ideal or personal devices, such as mobile phones, PDAs, headphones, laptops, speakers, and other devices
that operate on batteries.
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Who uses wireless?
Wireless technology as become so popular in recent years that almost everyone is using it, whether its or home, oce, business,
D-Link has a wireless solution or it.
Home Giveseveryoneathomebroadbandaccess
Surftheweb,checkemail,instantmessage,andetc
Getsridofthecablesaroundthehouse
Simpleandeasytouse
Small Ofce and Home Ofce Stayontopofeverythingathomeasyouwouldatoce
Remotelyaccessyourocenetworkfromhome
ShareInternetconnectionandprinterwithmultiplecomputers Noneedtodedicateocespace
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Where is wireless used?
Wireless technology is expanding everywhere not just at home or oce. People like the reedom o mobility and its becoming so popular that
more and more public acilities now provide wireless access to attract people. The wireless connection in public places is usually called hotspots.
Using a D-Link wireless desktop adapter with your laptop, you can access the hotspot to connect to Internet rom remote locations like: Airports,
Hotels, Coee Shops, Libraries, Restaurants, and Convention Centers.
Wireless network is easy to setup, but i youre installing it or the rst time it could be quite a task not knowing where to start. Thats why weve puttogether a ew setup steps and tips to help you through the process o setting up a wireless network.
Tips
Here are a ew things to keep in mind, when you install a wireless network.
Centralize your router or Access Point
Makesureyouplacetherouter/accesspointinacentralizedlocationwithinyournetworkforthebestperformance.Trytoplacetherouter/access
point as high as possible in the room, so the signal gets dispersed throughout your home. I you have a two-story home, you may need a repeater
to boost the signal to extend the range.
Eliminate Intererence
Place home appliances such as cordless telephones, microwaves, and televisions as ar away as possible rom the router/access point. This would
signicantly reduce any intererence that the appliances might cause since they operate on same requency.
Security
Dont let your next-door neighbors or intruders connect to your wireless network. Secure your wireless network by turning on the WPA security
eature on the router. Reer to product manual or detail inormation on how to set it up.
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There are basically two modes o networking:
Inrastructure All wireless clients will connect to an access point or wireless router.
Ad-Hoc Directly connecting to another computer, or peer-to-peer communication, using wireless network adapters on each
computer. Unortunately 802.11g/n products such as the DWA-121 do not support ad-hoc mode.
An Inrastructure 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.
* Not supported with the DWA-121.
Wireless Modes
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Networking BasicsCheck your IP addressAter you install your new D-Link wireless adapter and have established a wireless connection, by deault, the TCP/IP settings should be set to obtain
an IP address rom a DHCP server (i.e. router) automatically. To veriy your IP address, please ollow the steps below.
Windows XP/2000 Users
ClickonStart > Run. In the run box type cmdand clickOK.
Attheprompt,typeipconfg and press Enter.
ThiswilldisplaytheIPaddress,subnetmask,andthedefaultgatewayofyouradapter.
Windows 7/Vista Users
ClickStart > All Programs > Accessories > Command Prompt.Youmayneedadministrative access to run this application.
Foralladditionalpromptwindowsinquiringofrunningthecommandpromptapplication, select Yes, OK, or Continue.
Attheprompt,typeipconfg and press Enter.
ThiswilldisplaytheIPaddress,subnetmask,anddefaultgatewayofyouradapter.
I the address is 0.0.0.0, check your adapter installation, security settings, and the settings on your router. Some rewall sotware programs mayblock a DHCP request on newly installed adapters.
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Statically Assign an IP addressI you are not using a DHCP capable gateway/router, or you need to assign a static IP address, please ollow the steps below:
Windows
XP/2000 Users Windows XP - Click on Start > Control Panel. Make sure you are in Classic View. Double-click on the Network Connections icon.
Windows 2000 From the desktop, right-clickMy Network Places > Properties.
Right-clickontheLocal Area Connection which represents your D-Link wireless network adapter (or other adapter) which will be connected
to your router.
HighlightInternet Protocol (TCP/IP) and clickProperties.
ClickUse the ollowing IP address and enter an IP address that is on the same subnet as your network or LAN IP address on your router.
Example: I the routers LAN IP address is 192.168.0.1, make your IP address 192.168.0.X where X is a number between 2 and 99. Make sure
that the number you choose is not in use on the network.
SetDeault Gateway the same as the LAN IP address o your router or gateway.
SetPrimary DNS the same as the LAN IP address o your router or gateway.
TheSecondary DNS is optional (you may enter a DNS server rom your ISP).
ClickOKto save your settings.
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Windows 7/Vista Users
ClickonStart > Control Panel (make sure you are in Classic View). Double-click on the Network and Sharing Center icon. I you are usingWindows Vista, click on Manage network connections along the let panel in the window. For Windows 7, click on Change adapter settings.
Right-clickontheWireless Network Connection which represents your D-Link wireless network adapter.
HighlightInternet Protocol Version 4 (TCP /IPv4) and clickProperties.
ClickUse the ollowing IP address and enter an IP address that is on the same
subnet as your network or LAN IP address on your router or network.
Example: I the routers LAN IP address is 192.168.0.1, make your IP address192.168.0.X where X is a number between 2 and 99. Make sure that the numberyou choose is not in use on the network.
SetDeault Gateway the same as the LAN IP address o your router or gateway.
SetPrimary DNS the same as the LAN IP address o your router or gateway.
TheSecondary DNS is optional (you may enter a DNS server rom your ISP).
ClickOKto save your settings.
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Technical SpecicationsStandards
IEEE802.11n
IEEE802.11g
Bus Type USB2.0(1.1compatible)
Security
WPA/WPA2-Wi-FiProtectedAccess(AES,MIC,IV Expansion, Shared Key Authentication)
WPS(PBC/PIN)
Media Access Control
CSMA/CAwithACK
Frequency Range
2.4GHzto2.483GHz(NorthAmerica)
Power Consumption (802.11n)
230mAatcontinuoustransmitmode 120mAatreceivemode
Modulation Technology OrthogonalFrequency
Division Multiplexing (OFDM)
ComplementaryCodeKeying(CCK)
Transmitter Power Output
11b:17dBm 11g:15dBm
11n:14dBmatHT20, 13dBmatHT40
Operating Voltage
5VDC+/-10%
Operating Temperature
0to40C(32to104F)
Operating Humidity
10%to90%maximum(non-condensing)
Dimensions .75x.05x0.2
Weight
2.2g
Certications FCCClassB
IC
Wi-Fi
Warranty
1Year
* Maximum wireless signal rate derived rom IEEE Standard 802.11n and 802.11g specications. Actual data throughput will vary. Network conditions and environmental actors,
including volume o network trac, building materials and construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate. Environmental actors will adversely aect
wireless signal range.
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Contacting Technical SupportBeore you contact technical support, please have the ollowing ready:
Modelnumberoftheproduct(e.g.DWA-121)
HardwareRevision(locatedonthelabelontheadapter(e.g.revA1)) SerialNumber(s/nnumberlocatedonthelabelontheadapter).
YoucanndsoftwareupdatesanduserdocumentationontheD-Linkwebsiteaswellasfrequentlyaskedquestionsandanswerstotechnicalissues.
For customers within the United States:
Phone Support:
(877) 453-5465
Internet Support:
http://support.dlink.com
For customers within Canada:
Phone Support:
(800) 361-5265
Internet Support:
http://support.dlink.ca
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WarrantySubject to the terms and conditions set orth herein, D-Link Systems, Inc. (D-Link) provides this Limited Warranty:
OnlytothepersonorentitythatoriginallypurchasedtheproductfromD-Linkoritsauthorizedresellerordistributor,and
OnlyforproductspurchasedanddeliveredwithintheftystatesoftheUnitedStates,theDistrictofColumbia,U.S.Possessions or Protectorates, U.S. Military Installations, or addresses with an APO or FPO.
Limited Warranty:D-Link warrants that the hardware portion o the D-Link product described below (Hardware) will be ree rom material deects in workmanship
and materials under normal use rom the date o original retail purchase o the product, or the period set orth below (Warranty Period), except
as otherwise stated herein.
Hardware(excludingpowersuppliesandfans):One(1)year
Powersuppliesandfans:One(1)year
Sparepartsandsparekits:Ninety(90)days
The customer s sole and exclusive remedy and the enti re liabil ity o D-Link and its suppliers unde r this Limited Warranty wil l be, at
D-Links option, to repair or replace the deective Hardware during the Warranty Period at no charge to the original owner or to reund the actual
purchasepricepaid.Anyrepairorreplacementwillbe renderedbyD-Linkat anAuthorizedD-LinkServiceOce.Thereplacementhardware
need not be new or have an identical make, model or part. D-Link may, at its option, replace the deective Hardware or any part thereo with any
reconditioned product that D-Link reasonably determines is substantially equivalent (or superior) in all material respects to the deective Hardware.
Repaired or replacement hardware will be warranted or the remainder o the original Warranty Period or ninety (90) days, whichever is longer,
and is subject to the same limitations and exclusions. I a material deect is incapable o correction, or i D-Link determines that it is not practical
to repair or replace the deective Hardware, the actual price paid by the original purchaser or the deective Hardware will be reunded by D-Link
upon return to D-Link o the deective Hardware. All Hardware or part thereo that is replaced by D-Link, or or which the purchase price is reunded,
shall become the property o D-Link upon replacement or reund.
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Limited Sotware Warranty:D-Link warrants that the sotware portion o the product (Sotware) will substantially conorm to D-Links then current unctional specications
or the Sotware, as set orth in the applicable documentation, rom the date o original retail purchase o the Sotware or a period o ninety (90)
days (Sotware Warranty Period), provided that the Sotware is properly installed on approved hardware and operated as contemplated in its
documentation. D-Link urther warrants that, during the Sotware Warranty Period, the magnetic media on which D-Link delivers the Sotware will be
ree o physical deects. The customers sole and exclusive remedy and the entire liability o D-Link and its suppliers under this Limited Warranty will
be, at D-Links option, to replace the non-conorming Sotware (or deective media) with sotware that substantially conorms to D-Links unctional
specications or the Sotware or to reund the portion o the actual purchase price paid that is attributable to the Sotware. Except as otherwise
agreed by D-Link in writing, the replacement Sotware is provided only to the original licensee, and is subject to the terms and conditions o the
license granted by D-Link or the Sotware. Replacement Sotware will be warranted or the remainder o the original Warranty Period and is subject
to the same limitations and exclusions. I a material non-conormance is incapable o correction, or i D-Link determines in its sole discretion that it
is not practical to replace the non-conorming Sotware, the price paid by the original licensee or the non-conorming Sotware will be reunded by
D-Link;providedthatthenon-conformingSoftware(andallcopiesthereof)isrstreturnedtoD-Link.ThelicensegrantedrespectinganySoftware
or which a reund is given automatically terminates.
Non-Applicability o Warranty:
The Limited Warranty provided hereunder or Hardware and Sotware portions o D-Links products will not be applied to and does not cover anyreurbished product and any product purchased through the inventory clearance or liquidation sale or other sales in which D-Link, the sellers, or
the liquidators expressly disclaim their warranty obligation pertaining to the product and in that case, the product is being sold As-Is without any
warranty whatsoever including, without limitation, the Limited Warranty as described herein, notwithstanding anything stated herein to the contrary.
Submitting A Claim:
The customer shall return the product to the original purchase point based on its return policy. In case the return policy period has expired and
the product is within warranty, the customer shall submit a claim to D-Link as outlined below:
ThecustomermustsubmitwiththeproductaspartoftheclaimawrittendescriptionoftheHardwaredefectorSoftware
nonconormance in sucient detail to al low DLink to conrm the same, along with proo o purchase o the product (such as a
copy o the dated purchase invoice or the product) i the product is not registered.
ThecustomermustobtainaCaseIDNumberfromD-LinkTechnicalSupportat1-877-453-5465,whowillattempttoassistthecustomer in resolving any suspected deects with the product. I the product is considered deective, the customer must obtain aReturnMaterialAuthorization(RMA)numberbycompletingtheRMAformandenteringtheassignedCaseIDNumberathttps://
rma.dlink.com/.
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AfteranRMAnumberisissued,thedefectiveproductmustbepackagedsecurelyintheoriginalorothersuitableshippingpackageto ensure that it will not be damaged in transit, and the RMA number must be prominently marked on the outside o the package.Do not include any manuals or accessories in the shipping package. DLink will only replace the deective portion o the productand will not ship back any accessories.
Thecustomerisresponsibleforallin-boundshippingchargestoD-Link.NoCashonDelivery(COD)isallowed.ProductssentCODwill either be rejected by D-Link or become the property o D-Link. Products shall be ully insured by the customer and shipped
to D-Link Systems, Inc., 17595 Mt. Herrmann, Fountain Valley, CA 92708. D-Link will not be held responsible or any packages thatare lost in transit to D-Link. The repaired or replaced packages will be shipped to the customer via UPS Ground or any commoncarrier selected by D-Link. Return shipping charges shall be prepaid by D-Link i you use an address in the United States, otherwisewe will ship the product to you reight collect. Expedited shipping is available upon request and provided shipping charges areprepaid by the customer. D-Link may reject or return any product that is not packaged and shipped in strict compliance with theoregoing requirements, or or which an RMA number is not visible rom the outside o the package. The product owner agrees topay D-Links reasonable handling and return shipping charges or any product that is not packaged and shipped in accordancewith the oregoing requirements, or that is determined by D-Link not to be deective or non-conorming.
What Is Not Covered:The Limited Warranty provided herein by D-Link does not cover:
Products that, in D-Links judgment, have been subjected to abuse, accident, alteration, modication, tampering, negligence, misuse, aulty installation,
lack o reasonable care, repair or service in any way that is not contemplated in the documentation or the product, or i the model or serial number
hasbeenaltered,tamperedwith,defacedorremoved;Initialinstallation,installationandremovaloftheproductforrepair,andshippingcosts;
Operationaladjustmentscoveredintheoperatingmanualfortheproduct,andnormalmaintenance;Damagethatoccursinshipment,duetoact
ofGod,failuresduetopowersurge,andcosmeticdamage;Anyhardware,software,rmwareorotherproductsorservicesprovidedbyanyone
otherthanD-Link;andProductsthathavebeenpurchasedfrominventoryclearanceorliquidationsalesorothersalesinwhichD-Link,thesellers,
or the liquidators expressly disclaim their warranty obligation pertaining to the product.
WhilenecessarymaintenanceorrepairsonyourProductcanbeperformedbyanycompany,werecommendthatyouuseonlyanAuthorizedD-LinkService Oce. Improper or incorrectly perormed maintenance or repair voids this Limited Warranty.
Disclaimer o Other Warranties:EXCEPTFORTHELIMITEDWARRANTYSPECIFIEDHEREIN,THEPRODUCTISPROVIDEDAS-ISWITHOUTANYWARRANTYOFANYKINDWHATSOEVER
INCLUDING,WITHOUTLIMITATION,ANYWARRANTYOFMERCHANTABILITY,FITNESSFORAPARTICULARPURPOSEANDNONINFRINGEMENT.
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IFANYIMPLIEDWARRANTYCANNOTBEDISCLAIMEDINANYTERRITORYWHEREAPRODUCTISSOLD,THEDURATIONOFSUCHIMPLIEDWARRANTY
SHALLBELIMITEDTOTHEDURATIONOFTHEAPPLICABLEWARRANTYPERIODSETFORTHABOVE.EXCEPTASEXPRESSLYCOVEREDUNDERTHE
LIMITEDWARRANTYPROVIDEDHEREIN,THEENTIRERISKASTOTHEQUALITY,SELECTIONANDPERFORMANCEOFTHEPRODUCTISWITHTHE
PURCHASER OF THE PRODUCT.
Limitation o Liability:TOTHEMAXIMUMEXTENTPERMITTEDBYLAW,D-LINKISNOTLIABLEUNDERANYCONTRACT,NEGLIGENCE,STRICTLIABILITYOROTHERLEGAL
OREQUITABLETHEORYFORANYLOSSOFUSEOFTHEPRODUCT,INCONVENIENCEORDAMAGESOFANYCHARACTER,WHETHERDIRECT,SPECIAL,
INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL (INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF GOODWILL, LOSS OF REVENUE OR PROFIT, WORK
STOPPAGE, COMPUTER FAILURE OR MALFUNCTION, FAILURE OF OTHER EQUIPMENT OR COMPUTER PROGRAMS TO WHICH D-LINKS PRODUCT
ISCONNECTEDWITH,LOSSOFINFORMATIONORDATACONTAINEDIN,STOREDON,ORINTEGRATEDWITHANYPRODUCTRETURNEDTOD-LINK
FORWARRANTYSERVICE)RESULTINGFROMTHEUSEOFTHEPRODUCT,RELATINGTOWARRANTYSERVICE,ORARISINGOUTOFANYBREACHOF
THISLIMITEDWARRANTY,EVENIF D-LINKHASBEENADVISEDOFTHEPOSSIBILITYOF SUCHDAMAGES.THESOLEREMEDYFORA BREACHOF
THEFOREGOINGLIMITEDWARRANTYISREPAIR,REPLACEMENTORREFUNDOFTHEDEFECTIVEORNONCONFORMINGPRODUCT.THEMAXIMUM
LIABILITYOFD-LINKUNDERTHISWARRANTYISLIMITEDTOTHEPURCHASEPRICEOFTHEPRODUCTCOVEREDBYTHEWARRANTY.THEFOREGOING
EXPRESSWRITTENWARRANTIESANDREMEDIESAREEXCLUSIVEANDAREINLIEUOFANYOTHERWARRANTIESORREMEDIES,EXPRESS,IMPLIED
ORSTATUTORY.
Governing Law:This Limited Warranty shall be governed by the laws o the State o Caliornia. Some states do not allow exclusion or limitation o incidental or
consequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the oregoing limitations and exclusions may not apply. This
Limited Warranty provides specic legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary rom state to state.
Trademarks:D-Link is a registered trademark o D-Link Corporation/D-Link Systems, Inc. Other trademarks or registered trademarks are the property o their
respective owners.
Copyright Statement:No part o this publication or documentation accompanying this product may be reproduced in any orm or by any means or used to make any
derivative such as translation, transormation, or adaptation without permission rom D-Link Corporation/D-Link Systems, Inc., as stipulated by the
United States Copyright Act o 1976 and any amendments thereto. Contents are subject to change without prior notice.
Copyright 2008-2010 by D-Link Corporation/D-Link Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.
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FCC Statement:This device has been tested or compliance with FCC RF Exposure (SAR) limits in the typical laptop computer conguration and this device can be
used in desktop or laptop computers with side mounted USB ports which can provide 2 cm separation distance rom the antenna to the body o
the user or a nearby person. This device cannot be used with handheld PDAs (personal digital assistants). This device and its antenna must not be
co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
This equipment has been tested and ound to comply with the limits or a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 o the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmul intererence in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate
radio requency energy and, i not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmul intererence to radio communication.
However, there is no guarantee that intererence will not occur in a particular installation. I this equipment does cause harmul intererence to radio
or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment o and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the intererence by
one or more o the ollowing measures:
Reorientorrelocatethereceivingantenna.
Increasetheseparationbetweentheequipmentandreceiver.
Connecttheequipmentintoanoutletonacircuitdierentfromthattowhichthereceiverisconnected.
Consultthedealeroranexperiencedradio/TVtechnicianforhelp.
This device complies with Part 15 o the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the ollowing two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmul intererence, and (2) this device must accept any intererence received, including intererence that may cause
undesired operation.
IMPORTANT NOTICE:FCC Radiation Exposure Statement:
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set orth or an uncontrolled environment. End users must ollow the specic operating
instructions or satisying RF exposure compliance. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna
or transmitter. IEEE 802.11g operation o this product in the U.S.A. is rmware-limited to channels 1 through 11. This equipment has been SAR-
evaluated or use in laptops (notebooks) with side slot conguration.
For detailed warranty inormation applicable to products purchased outside the United States, please contact the corresponding local D-Link
oce.
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Industry Canada Notice:
This device complies with Canadian RSS-210
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Candadian ICES-003
Cet appareil numrique de la classe B est conorme la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
IC statementOperation is subject to the ollowing two conditions:
(1)This device may not cause intererence and
(2)This device must accept any intererence, including intererence that may cause undesired operation o the device.
This device has been designed to operate with an antenna having a maximum gain o 2 dBi. Antenna having a higher gain is strictly prohibited per
regulations o Industry Canada. The required antenna impedance is 50 ohms.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
IC Radiation Exposure Statement:This equipment complies with IC radiation exposure limits set orth or an uncontrolled environment. End users must ollow the specic operating
instructions or satisying RF exposure compliance. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the
radiator&yourbody.
This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
Rglement dIndustry Canada
Les conditions de onctionnement sont sujettes deux conditions:
(1)Ce priphrique ne doit pas causer dinterrence et.
(2)Ce priphrique doit accepter toute interrence, y compris les interrences pouvant perturber le bon onctionnement de ce priphrique.
Appendix F - Registration
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Product registration is entirely voluntary and ailure to complete or return this orm will not diminish your warranty rights.
Registration