D-Link DWL-AG520 Specifications

ManualBuilding Networks for People Tri-mode DualbandDWL-AG520 D-Link Air XpertTMWireless PCI Adapter

10Getting StartedInfrastructure – using an Access Point or Wireless Router,such as the DWL-7000AP or DI-774.Ad-Hoc – directly connecting to another co

11You will need broadband Internet access (a Cable or DSL-subscriber line intoyour home or office)Consult with your Cable or DSL provider for proper i

12Getting StartedSetting up a Wireless Ad-Hoc NetworkInstall the D-Link DWL-AG520 Wireless PCI adapter into a desktopcomputer. (See the Quick Installa

13Using the Configuration UtilityBefore you use the configuration utility for the DWL-AG520, you must install thedrivers and the configuration utility

14Status: Displaysthe MAC Address ofthe Access Pointthat is associatedwith the DWL-AG520.SSID: The ServiceSet Identifier is thename assigned tothe wir

15SSID - (Service Set Identifier) is aname that identifies a wirelessnetwork. Access Points andwireless clients attempting toconnect to a specific WL

16Configuration UtilityAdvancedFrequency - Select the Frequency here. Auto is the default setting.Starting Ad-Hoc Network – Each wireless adapter comm

17Available NetworkThe top section of the window displays the Available Networks. Scroll upand down the list and highlight the network to which you w

18In this window you can configure all the properties of a profile in order toconnect with a network of your choice.After you have entered your change

Configuration Utility About The ABOUT screen gives you information about the MAC Address and the Utility and Driver Versions and Support Frequency of

2ContentsPackage Contents ...3Introduction...

20Using 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

21Please follow all the instructions in this window:Networking BasicsClick NextIn the following window, select the best description of your computer.

22Enter a Computer description and a Computer name (optional.)Networking BasicsClick NextEnter a Workgroup name. All computers on your network should

23Please wait while the Network Setup Wizard applies the changes.Networking BasicsWhen the changes are complete, click Next.Please wait while the Netw

24Networking BasicsIn the window below, select the option that fits your needs. In this example, Create aNetwork Setup Disk has been selected. You w

25Networking BasicsPlease read the information under Here’s how in the screen below. After you completethe Network Setup Wizard you will use the Netw

26Networking BasicsPlease read the information on this screen, then click Finish to complete theNetwork Setup Wizard.The new settings will take effect

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

28Networking BasicsNaming your ComputerChecking the IP Address in Windows XPThe wireless adapter-equipped computers in your network must be in the sam

29Networking BasicsChecking the IP Address in Windows XPThis window will appear.Click theSupport tabClick Close!!Assigning a Static IP Address in Win

3Contents of Package:D-Link Air Xpert DWL-AG520Tri-mode Dualband Wireless PCI AdapterManual, Warranty and Drivers on CDPrinted Quick Installation G

30Networking BasicsAssigning a Static IP Address in Windows XP/2000!Double-click onNetworkConnections!!Double-click onPropertiesRight-click on Local A

31Networking BasicsAssigning a Static IP Addressin Windows XP/2000You have completed the assignment of a Static IP Address. (You do not need to assig

32Networking BasicsChecking the Wireless Connection by Pinging in Windows XP and2000Checking the Wireless Connection by Pinging in Windows Me and98SEG

331. Check that the drivers for the DWL-AG520 are installed properly.Click DeviceManager!Select theHardwareTab!TroubleshootingThis chapter provides

34Troubleshooting!!!!Double-clickon NetworkAdaptersRight-click on D-LinkDWL-AG520 WirelessPCI AdapterSelect Propertiesto check that thedrivers are in-

352. I cannot connect to the Access Point or the wireless Router.3. The DWL-AG520 Power and Link lights are not on.4. I forgot my Encryption key.Ma

36TroubleshootingA. Under Tools> select Folder Options…> select View> under Hidden files and folders > select Showhidden files and folders

37TroubleshootingCheck that the Network Connection for the wireless client isconfigured properly. Select AP (Infrastructure) when connectingto an acce

38StandardsTechnical SpecificationsPCI 32-bit InterfaceBus Type!Temperature Operating: 32ºF to 149ºF (0ºC to 55ºC)!95% maximum, non-condensingH

39Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS)5.5Mbps CCK, 8% PER,-92dBm6Mbps OFDM, 10% PER,-91dBm9Mbps OFDM, 10% PER,-90dBmFrequency Range:2.4GHz to 2.462G

4The versatile 802.11a/b/g compatible DWL-AG520 gives you an immediate way to expandto your existing 802.11b network and protect your overall wireless

Air Xpert™ DWL-AG520 40 Contacting Technical Support You can find the most recent software and user documentation on the D-Link website. D-Link Te

Air Xpert™ DWL-AG520 41Warranty and Registration Wichtige Sicherheitshinweise 1. Bitte lesen Sie sich diese Hinweise sorgfältig durch. 2. Heben S

Air Xpert™ DWL-AG520 42 14.Öffnen Sie niemals das Gerät. Das Gerät darf aus Gründen der elektrischen Sicherheit nur von authorisiertem Servicepe

Air Xpert™ DWL-AG520 43Limited Warranty Hardware: D-Link warrants its hardware products to be free from defects in workmanship and materials, under

Air Xpert™ DWL-AG520 44 If a Registration Card for the product in question has not been returned to D-Link, then a proof of purchase (such as a cop

Air Xpert™ DWL-AG520 45Software: Warranty service for software products may be obtained by contacting a D-Link office within the applicable warrant

Air Xpert™ DWL-AG520 46 system/platform software product provided by any third party, excepting only such products as are expressly represented, in

Air Xpert™ DWL-AG520 47LIMITATION OF WARRANTIES IF THE D-LINK PRODUCT DOES NOT OPERATE AS WARRANTED ABOVE, THE CUSTOMER'S SOLE REMEDY SHALL BE

Air Xpert™ DWL-AG520 48 THIS LIMITATION WILL APPLY EVEN IF D-LINK HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGE. IF YOU PURCHASED A D-LINK PRO

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5Features*WPA will be available Q3 2003 as a driver downloadLEDsLED stands for Light-Emitting Diode. The DWL-AG520 has the followingLEDs:LEDLED Activi

Air Xpert™ DWL-AG520 50FCC Warning This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Par

Air Xpert™ DWL-AG520 51 Offices Australia D-Link Australasia Unit 16, 390 Eastern Valley Way, Roseville, NSW 2069 Australia TEL: 61-2-9417-7100

Air Xpert™ DWL-AG520 52 Germany D-Link Central Europe/D-Link Deutschland GmbH Schwalbacher Strasse 74, D-65760 Eschborn, Germany TEL: 49-6196-

Air Xpert™ DWL-AG520 53 Spain D-Link Iberia C/Sabino De Arana, 56 Bajos, 08028 Barcelona, Spain TEL: 34 93 4090770 FAX: 34 93 4910795 URL

6D-Link wireless products are based on industry standards to provide easy-to-use and compatible high-speed wireless connectivity within your home, bus

7Wireless Basics (continued)People use WLAN technology for many different purposes:Mobility - Productivity increases when people have access to data i

8Standards-Based TechnologyThe DWL-AG520 Wireless Cardbus Adapter utilizes the 802.11a, 802.11b and802.11g standard.The IEEE 802.11g standard is an

9Wireless Basics (continued)Installation ConsiderationsThe D-Link Air Xpert DWL-AG520 lets you access your network, using awireless connection, fr