D-Link DWA-566 User Manual

Version 1.0 | 11/15/2011Wireless N Dualband PCI Express Desktop AdapterUser Manual

10D-Link DWA-566 User ManualSection 2 - InstallationWireless Installation ConsiderationsThe D-Link wireless adapter lets you access your network using

11D-Link DWA-566 User ManualSection 2 - InstallationNote: Please install the drivers before physically installing the adapter into your computer. Turn

12D-Link DWA-566 User ManualSection 2 - InstallationSelect your language and click Next to continue.By default setup will install to the default locat

13D-Link DWA-566 User ManualSection 2 - InstallationOnce the drivers are installed, click Next to continue.Select the Program Files folder location. C

14D-Link DWA-566 User ManualSection 2 - InstallationStep 1 - Open the side panel of your computer and then remove the metal cover bracket on your PCI

15D-Link DWA-566 User ManualSection 2 - InstallationStep 4 - Turn on your computer. The Wireless Connection Wizard starts automatically once t

16D-Link DWA-566 User ManualSection 2 - InstallationStep 7 - Once the connection is successful, the screen will automatically indicate that the DWA-56

17D-Link DWA-566 User ManualSection 2 - InstallationTo manually connect to your wireless network, select Manually connect to a wireless network and th

18D-Link DWA-566 User ManualSection 2 - InstallationIf the wireless network you want to connect to has a lock icon, you will need to enter the encrypt

19D-Link DWA-566 User ManualSection 2 - InstallationClick Finish to continue. If you are prompted to reboot your computer, select Yes, I want to resta

2D-Link DWA-566 User ManualTable of ContentsProduct Overview ... 3Package Contents ...

20D-Link DWA-566 User ManualSection 3 - CongurationCongurationD-Link Wireless Connection ManagerThis section will show you how to congure your new

21D-Link DWA-566 User ManualSection 3 - CongurationWireless NetworksThe Wireless Networks (Site Survey) page will display all wireless networks that

22D-Link DWA-566 User ManualSection 3 - CongurationMy Wireless NetworksThe My Wireless Networks page will allow you to create, edit, and delete wirel

23D-Link DWA-566 User ManualSection 3 - CongurationAdd ProleYou may add a new network by clicking the New button from the My Wireless Networks page.

24D-Link DWA-566 User ManualSection 3 - CongurationModify ProleYou may edit an existing prole by clicking the Modify button from the My Wireless Ne

25D-Link DWA-566 User ManualSection 3 - CongurationSupportIf you need help, click the Support button. A panel will appear to the right of the utility

26D-Link DWA-566 User ManualSection 3 - CongurationThe About screen gives you information about the Firmware and Utility Versions of the DWA-566.Abou

27D-Link DWA-566 User ManualSection 3 - CongurationConnect to a Wireless NetworkUsing Windows® 7Windows 7 users may use the built-in wireless utility

28D-Link DWA-566 User ManualSection 3 - CongurationConnect to a Wireless NetworkUsing Windows Vista®Windows Vista users may use the built-in wireless

29D-Link DWA-566 User ManualSection 3 - CongurationConnect to a Wireless NetworkUsing Windows® XPWindows XP users may use the built-in wireless utili

3D-Link DWA-566 User ManualSection 1 - Product OverviewSystem Requirements• A desktop computer with an available 64-bit PCI Express slot• 1Ghz process

30D-Link DWA-566 User ManualSection 4 - Wireless SecurityWireless SecurityThis section will show you the dierent levels of security you can use to pr

31D-Link DWA-566 User ManualSection 4 - Wireless SecurityCongure WPA/WPA2-PersonalUsing the D-Link UtilityIt is recommended to enable WPA/WPA2-Person

32D-Link DWA-566 User ManualSection 4 - Wireless SecurityIt is recommended to enable WPA/WPA2-Personal on your wireless router or access point before

33D-Link DWA-566 User ManualSection 4 - Wireless SecurityCongure WPA/WPA2 PersonalUsing Windows® 7It is recommended to enable wireless security (WPA/

34D-Link DWA-566 User ManualSection 4 - Wireless Security3. Highlight the wireless network (SSID) you would like to connect to and click the Connect

35D-Link DWA-566 User ManualSection 4 - Wireless Security5. Enter the same security key or passphrase that is on your router and click Connect. You c

36D-Link DWA-566 User ManualSection 4 - Wireless SecurityCongure WPA/WPA-PersonalUsing Windows Vista®It is recommended to enable wireless security (W

37D-Link DWA-566 User ManualSection 4 - Wireless Security3. Enter the same security key or passphrase that is on your router and click Connect.It may

38D-Link DWA-566 User ManualSection 4 - Wireless SecurityCongure WPA/WPA2-PersonalUsing Windows® XPIt is recommended to enable WPA/WPA2-Personal on y

39D-Link DWA-566 User ManualSection 4 - Wireless Security3. The Wireless Network Connection box will appear. Enter the WPA/WPA2-Personal passphrase a

4D-Link DWA-566 User ManualSection 1 - Product OverviewIntroductionThe DWA-566 Wireless N Dualband PCI Express Desktop Adapter is a convenient wireles

40D-Link DWA-566 User ManualSection 4 - Wireless SecurityCongure WPA/WPA2-EnterpriseUsing the D-Link UtilityWPA/WPA2-Enterprise is for advanced users

41D-Link DWA-566 User ManualSection 5 - Troubleshooting1. How do I know if my adapter is installed properly?Select the Hardware Tab.TroubleshootingTh

42D-Link DWA-566 User ManualSection 5 - TroubleshootingClick the + sign next to Network Adapters.Right-click on D-Link DWA-566 Wireless N Dualban

43D-Link DWA-566 User ManualSection 5 - Troubleshooting• Make sure that the SSID on the DWA-566 Wireless N Dualband PCI Express Desktop Adapter is e

44D-Link DWA-566 User ManualSection 5 - Troubleshooting• Make sure that the DWA-566 Wireless Adapter is properly seated in the computer’s PCI Express

45D-Link DWA-566 User ManualSection 5 - Troubleshooting• In Infrastructure mode, make sure the same Service Set Identier (SSID) is specied on the s

46D-Link DWA-566 User ManualSection 5 - TroubleshootingWindows® 7 TroubleshootingGo to Start > Computer > Properties.Select the Device Manager

47D-Link DWA-566 User ManualSection 5 - TroubleshootingClick the + sign next to Network Adapters.Right-click on DWA-566 Wireless N Dualband PCI

48D-Link DWA-566 User ManualAppendix A - Wireless BasicsD-Link wireless products are based on industry standards to provide easy-to-use and

49D-Link DWA-566 User ManualAppendix A - Wireless BasicsWhat is Wireless?Wireless or Wi-Fi technology is another way of connecting your computer to th

5D-Link DWA-566 User ManualSection 1 - Product Overview• Faster Wireless Networking* - Enable wireless connectivity on your Desktop PC compu

50D-Link DWA-566 User ManualAppendix A - Wireless BasicsBluetooth is the industry standard wireless technology used for WPAN. Bluetooth devices in WPA

51D-Link DWA-566 User ManualAppendix A - Wireless BasicsWhere is wireless used? Wireless technology is expanding everywhere not just at home or oce.

52D-Link DWA-566 User ManualAppendix B - Networking BasicsNetworking BasicsCheck your IP addressAfter you install your new D-Link wireless adapter and

53D-Link DWA-566 User ManualAppendix B - Networking BasicsStatically Assign an IP addressIf you are not using a DHCP capable gateway/router, or you ne

54D-Link DWA-566 User ManualAppendix B - Networking BasicsWindows 7/Vista® Users• Click on Start > Control Panel (make sure you are in Classic Vie

55D-Link DWA-566 User ManualAppendix C - Technical SpecicationsTechnical SpecicationsStandards* • IEEE 802.11g • IEEE 802.11n • IEEE 802.11aSecur

56D-Link DWA-566 User Manual CE Mark Warning:This is a Class B product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference, in which

57D-Link DWA-566 User ManualIMPORTANT NOTICE:FCC Radiation Exposure Statement:This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for

6D-Link DWA-566 User ManualSection 1 - Product OverviewHardware OverviewLEDs1 Antennas Two antennas for better coverage. 2 WLAN LEDA solid light indic

7D-Link DWA-566 User ManualSection 2 - InstallationGetting StartedInstallationThis section will walk you through the installation process. If you have

8D-Link DWA-566 User ManualSection 2 - InstallationDisable Other Wireless AdaptersTo prevent any conicts with the D-Link wireless adapter, it is reco

9D-Link DWA-566 User ManualSection 2 - InstallationClick Yes to disable the adapter.The adapter is now disabled. When disabled, a red X will be displa