D-Link DWA-142 Specifications

10D-Link DWA-142 User ManualSection 2 - InstallationWarning: Do NOT install the DWA-142 USB Adapter into your computer before installing the driver so

11D-Link DWA-142 User ManualSection 2 - InstallationThe InstallShield Wizard window will appear.By default setup will install to the default location:

12D-Link DWA-142 User ManualSection 2 - InstallationThe D-Link configuration wizard will now appear. If you are using Windows® XP (SP2), you will have

13D-Link DWA-142 User ManualSection 2 - InstallationClick the Scan button to display a list of wireless networks (site survey). Click on the netw

14D-Link DWA-142 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationConfigurationThis section will show you how to configure your new D-Link wireless adapter using the

15D-Link DWA-142 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationWireless NetworksThe SSID (Service Set Identifier) is the name of the wireless network.Displays th

16D-Link DWA-142 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationMy Wireless NetworksThe My Wireless Networks page will allow you to create, edit, and delete wirel

17D-Link DWA-142 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationAdd ProfileYou may add a new network by clicking the New button from the My Wireless Networks page.

18D-Link DWA-142 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationModify ProfileYou may edit an existing profile by clicking the Modify button from the My Wireless Ne

19D-Link DWA-142 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationSupportIf you need help, click the Support button. A panel will appear to the right of the utility

2D-Link DWA-142 User ManualTable of ContentsProduct Overview ...3Package Contents...

20D-Link DWA-142 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationThe About screen gives you information about the Firmware and Utility Versions of the DWA-142.Abou

21D-Link DWA-142 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationWindows® XP Configuration UtilityWindows® XP users may use the built-in wireless utility. The follo

22D-Link DWA-142 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationDisabling The Windows® XP UtilityIf you want to use the D-Link Wireless Connection Manager you mus

23D-Link DWA-142 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationIn the Wireless Network Connection Properties window, uncheck Use Windows® to configure my wi

24D-Link DWA-142 User ManualSection 4 - Wireless SecurityWireless SecurityThis section will show you the different levels of security you can use to p

25D-Link DWA-142 User ManualSection 4 - Wireless SecurityWhat is WPA?WPA, or Wi-Fi Protected Access, is a Wi-Fi standard that was designed to improve

26D-Link DWA-142 User ManualSection 4 - Wireless SecurityConfigure WEPUsing the D-Link Wireless Connection ManagerIt is recommended to enable WEP on yo

27D-Link DWA-142 User ManualSection 4 - Wireless SecurityIt is recommended to enable WEP on your wireless router or access point before configuring you

28D-Link DWA-142 User ManualSection 4 - Wireless SecurityConfigure WEPUsing the Windows® XP UtilityIt is recommended to enable WEP on your wireless rou

29D-Link DWA-142 User ManualSection 4 - Wireless Security3. The Wireless Network Connection box will appear. Enter the WEP key and click Connect.It ma

3D-Link DWA-142 User ManualSection 1 - Product Overview• D-Link DWA-142 Wireless USB Adapter• Manual and Warranty on CD• D-Link Wireless Connection Ma

30D-Link DWA-142 User ManualSection 4 - Wireless SecurityConfigure WPA/WPA2 PassphraseUsing the D-Link Wireless Connection ManagerIt is recommended to

31D-Link DWA-142 User ManualSection 4 - Wireless SecurityIt is recommended to enable WPA-PSK on your wireless router or access point before configuring

32D-Link DWA-142 User ManualSection 4 - Wireless SecurityConfigure WPA/WPA2 PassphraseUsing the Windows® XP UtilityIt is recommended to enable WPA-PSK

33D-Link DWA-142 User ManualSection 4 - Wireless Security3. The Wireless Network Connection box will appear. Enter the WPA-PSK passphrase and

34D-Link DWA-142 User ManualSection 5 - Troubleshooting1. How do I know if my adapter is installed properly?Select the Hardware Tab.TroubleshootingTh

35D-Link DWA-142 User ManualSection 5 - TroubleshootingClick the + sign next to Network Adapters.Right-click on D-Link DWA-142 USB Adapter.Select Pro

36D-Link DWA-142 User ManualSection 5 - TroubleshootingMake sure that the DWA-142 Wireless Adapter is properly seated in the computer’s USB port.If Wi

37D-Link DWA-142 User ManualSection 5 - TroubleshootingCheck that the Network Connection for the wireless client is configured properly. Select AP (In

38D-Link DWA-142 User ManualSection 2 - InstallationWireless Installation ConsiderationsThe D-Link wireless adapter lets you access your network using

39D-Link DWA-142 User ManualAppendix A - Wireless BasicsD-Link wireless products are based on industry standards to provide easy-to-use and compatible

4D-Link DWA-142 User ManualSection 1 - Product OverviewIntroductionThe DWA-142 Wireless USB Adapter is a convenient wireless connectivity solu

40D-Link DWA-142 User ManualAppendix A - Wireless BasicsWhat is Wireless?Wireless or Wi-Fi technology is another way of connecting your computer to th

41D-Link DWA-142 User ManualAppendix A - Wireless BasicsWireless Personal Area Network (WPAN)Bluetooth is the industry standard wireless technology us

42D-Link DWA-142 User ManualAppendix A - Wireless BasicsWhere is wireless used? Wireless technology is expanding everywhere not just at home or offic

43D-Link DWA-142 User ManualAppendix A - Wireless BasicsSecurity Don’t let you next-door neighbors or intruders connect to your wireless network. Se

44D-Link DWA-142 User ManualAppendix B - Networking BasicsNetworking BasicsCheck your IP addressAfter you install your new D-Link adapter, by default,

45D-Link DWA-142 User ManualAppendix B - Networking BasicsStatically Assign an IP addressIf you are not using a DHCP capable gateway/router, or you ne

46D-Link DWA-142 User ManualAppendix C - Technical SpecificationsTechnical SpecificationsStandards • IEEE 802.11n (draft) • IEEE 802.11b • IEEE 802.1

47D-Link DWA-142 User ManualAppendix C - Technical SpecificationsDimensions • L = 4.64 (114.3mm) • W = 2.13 (54mm) • H = 0.34 inches (8.7mm)Weight0.

48D-Link DWA-142 User ManualAppendix D - Contacting Technical SupportContacting Technical SupportBefore you contact technical support, please have the

49D-Link DWA-142 User ManualAppendix E - WarrantyWarrantySubject to the terms and conditions set forth herein, D-Link Systems, Inc. (“D-Link”) provide

5D-Link DWA-142 User ManualSection 1 - Product OverviewFeatures• Compact size for placement anywhere.• Convenience of Plug & Play installation.• F

50D-Link DWA-142 User ManualAppendix E - WarrantyLimited Software Warranty:D-Link warrants that the software portion of the product (“Software”) will

51D-Link DWA-142 User ManualAppendix E - Warranty• After an RMA number is issued, the defective product must be packaged securely in the original or o

52D-Link DWA-142 User ManualAppendix E - WarrantyIF ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY CANNOT BE DISCLAIMED IN ANY TERRITORY WHERE A PRODUCT IS SOLD, THE DURATION O

53D-Link DWA-142 User ManualAppendix E - WarrantyCE Mark Warning:This is a Class B product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio in

54D-Link DWA-142 User ManualAppendix E - WarrantyIndustry Canada Notice:This device complies with Canadian RSS-210“This Class B digital apparatus comp

55D-Link DWA-142 User ManualAppendix F - RegistrationVersion 1.0July 25, 2006Product registration is entirely voluntary and failure to complete or re

6D-Link DWA-142 User ManualSection 1 - Product OverviewHardware OverviewUSB PortUsed to connect the DWA-142 to your computer.

7D-Link DWA-142 User ManualSection 2 - InstallationGetting StartedInstallationThis section will walk you through the installation process. If you have

8D-Link DWA-142 User ManualSection 2 - InstallationDisable Other Wireless AdaptersMost newer laptops may include a built-in wireless adapter. To preve

9D-Link DWA-142 User ManualSection 2 - InstallationClick Yes to disable the adapter.The adapter is now disabled. When disabled, a red X will