D-Link DWA-171 User Manual

DWA-171User ManualVersion 1.0 | 03/19/2013Wireless AC Dual Band USB Adapter

10D-Link DWA-171 User ManualSection 2 - InstallationWireless Installation ConsiderationsThe D-Link wireless adapter lets you access your network using

11D-Link DWA-171 User ManualSection 2 - InstallationWarning: Do NOT install the DWA-171 adapter into your computer before installing the driver softwa

12D-Link DWA-171 User ManualSection 2 - InstallationThe welcome window will appear. Click Next to continue. By default setup will install to the defau

13D-Link DWA-171 User ManualSection 2 - InstallationThe drivers and software will now install. Please allow 1-2 minutes for this process to nish. The

14D-Link DWA-171 User ManualSection 2 - InstallationTo connect to your network using the WPS push button conguration method, click the virtual button

15D-Link DWA-171 User ManualSection 2 - InstallationTo manually connect to your wireless network, select Manually type your Network Name (SSID)

16D-Link DWA-171 User ManualSection 2 - InstallationClick Finish to continue. If you are prompted to reboot your computer, select Yes, I want to resta

17D-Link DWA-171 User ManualSection 3 - CongurationCongurationThis section will show you how to congure your new D-Link wireless adapter using the

18D-Link DWA-171 User ManualSection 3 - CongurationWireless NetworksThe SSID (Service Set Identier) is the name of the wireless network.Displays the

19D-Link DWA-171 User ManualSection 3 - CongurationWi-Fi® Protected Setup (WPS)Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) System is designed for easy setup

2D-Link DWA-171 User ManualTable of ContentsProduct Overview ... 3Package Contents ...

20D-Link DWA-171 User ManualSection 3 - CongurationPush Button1. To connect to your network, press the WPS button on the adapter and hold for two se

21D-Link DWA-171 User ManualSection 3 - CongurationIf you want to connect using the PBC method, refer to page 14. To use the PIN method, select PIN (

22D-Link DWA-171 User ManualSection 3 - CongurationThe adapter will try to establish connectivity to your access point or wireless router.When this s

23D-Link DWA-171 User ManualSection 3 - CongurationMy Wireless NetworksThe My Wireless Networks page will allow you to create, edit, and delete wirel

24D-Link DWA-171 User ManualSection 3 - CongurationAdd ProleYou may add a new network by clicking the New button from the My Wireless Networks page.

25D-Link DWA-171 User ManualSection 3 - CongurationModify ProleYou may edit an existing prole by selecting the prole and clicking the Modify butto

26D-Link DWA-171 User ManualSection 3 - CongurationSupportIf you need help, click the Support button. A panel will appear to the right of the utility

27D-Link DWA-171 User ManualSection 3 - CongurationThe About screen gives you information about the Firmware and Utility Versions of the DWA-171.Abou

28D-Link DWA-171 User ManualSection 4 - Connect to a Wireless NetworkConnect to a Wireless NetworkWindows® 81. Click on the wireless computer icon in

29D-Link DWA-171 User ManualSection 4 - Connect to a Wireless NetworkIf you get a good signal but cannot access the Internet, conrm the encryption by

3D-Link DWA-171 User ManualSection 1 - Product OverviewD-Link DWA-171 Wireless AC Dual Band USB AdapterCD with drivers and softwareSystem Requirements

30D-Link DWA-171 User ManualSection 4 - Connect to a Wireless NetworkWindows® 7Left-click the wireless icon in your system tray (lower-right corner ne

31D-Link DWA-171 User ManualSection 4 - Connect to a Wireless NetworkWindows Vista®Right-click on the wireless computer icon in your system tray (lowe

32D-Link DWA-171 User ManualSection 4 - Connect to a Wireless NetworkWindows® XPRight-click on the wireless computer icon in your system tray (lower-r

33D-Link DWA-171 User ManualSection 5 - Wireless SecurityWireless SecurityThis section will show you the dierent levels of security you can use to pr

34D-Link DWA-171 User ManualSection 5 - Wireless SecurityCongure WPA/WPA2-PersonalUsing the D-Link Wireless Connection ManagerIt is recommended to en

35D-Link DWA-171 User ManualSection 5 - Wireless SecurityIt is recommended to enable WPA/WPA2-Personal on your wireless router or access point before

36D-Link DWA-171 User ManualSection 5 - Wireless SecurityCongure WPA/WPA2 PassphraseWindows® 7It is recommended to enable wireless security (WPA™/WPA

37D-Link DWA-171 User ManualSection 5 - Wireless Security3. Highlight the wireless network (SSID) you would like to connect to and click the Connect

38D-Link DWA-171 User ManualSection 5 - Wireless Security5. Enter the same security key or passphrase that is on your router and click Connect. You c

39D-Link DWA-171 User ManualSection 5 - Wireless SecurityIt is recommended to enable wireless security (WPA™/WPA2™) on your wireless router or access

4D-Link DWA-171 User ManualSection 1 - Product OverviewIntroductionThe Wireless AC Dual Band USB Adapter (DWA-171) delivers powerful wireless AC techn

40D-Link DWA-171 User ManualSection 5 - Wireless Security3. Enter the same security key or passphrase that is on your router and click Connect.It may

41D-Link DWA-171 User ManualSection 5 - Wireless SecurityWindows® XPIt is recommended to enable WPA/WPA2-Personal on your wireless router or access po

42D-Link DWA-171 User ManualSection 5 - Wireless Security3. The Wireless Network Connection box will appear. Enter the WPA/WPA2-Personal passphrase a

43D-Link DWA-171 User ManualSection 5 - Wireless SecurityCongure WPA/WPA2-EnterpriseUsing the D-Link Wireless Connection ManagerWPA/WPA2-Enterprise i

44D-Link DWA-171 User ManualSection 6 - TroubleshootingTroubleshooting1. How do I know if my adapter is installed properly?This chapter provides solu

45D-Link DWA-171 User ManualSection 6 - TroubleshootingD-Link DWA-171 Wireless AC Dual Band USB AdapterD-Link DWA-171 Xtreme N Dual Band USB AdapterCl

46D-Link DWA-171 User ManualSection 6 - TroubleshootingMake sure that the DWA-171 Wireless Adapter is properly seated in the computer’s USB port.If Wi

47D-Link DWA-171 User ManualSection 6 - TroubleshootingWindows® 7 TroubleshootingGo to Start > right-click Computer > Properties.Select the Devi

48D-Link DWA-171 User ManualSection 6 - TroubleshootingClick the + sign next to Network Adapters.Right-click on D-Link DWA-171 Wireless Desktop Adapte

49D-Link DWA-171 User ManualAppendix A - Wireless BasicsD-Link wireless products are based on industry standards to provide easy-to-use and compatible

5D-Link DWA-171 User ManualSection 1 - Product OverviewFeatures• Draft IEEE 802.11ac, 802.11n, 802.11g and 802.11a Compliant• Dual Band N Technology f

50D-Link DWA-171 User ManualAppendix A - Wireless BasicsWhat is Wireless?Wireless or Wi-Fi® technology is another way of connecting your computer to t

51D-Link DWA-171 User ManualAppendix A - Wireless BasicsWho uses wireless? Wireless technology has become so popular in recent years that almost eve

52D-Link DWA-171 User ManualAppendix A - Wireless BasicsWhere is wireless used? Wireless technology is expanding everywhere not just at home or the o

53D-Link DWA-171 User ManualAppendix A - Wireless BasicsThere are basically two modes of networking: • Infrastructure – All wireless clients will con

54D-Link DWA-171 User ManualAppendix B - Networking BasicsNetworking BasicsCheck your IP addressAfter you install your new D-Link wireless adapter and

55D-Link DWA-171 User ManualAppendix B - Networking BasicsStatically Assign an IP AddressIf you are not using a DHCP capable gateway/router, or you ne

56D-Link DWA-171 User ManualAppendix B - Networking BasicsWindows® 7/Vista Users• Click on Start > Control Panel (make sure you are in Classic Vie

57D-Link DWA-171 User ManualAppendix B - Networking BasicsWindows® 8 Users• Press the Windows key and then type IP. Click Settings on the right side

58D-Link DWA-171 User ManualAppendix C - Technical SpecicationsTechnical SpecicationsStandards • IEEE 802.11ac (draft) • IEEE 802.11n • IEEE 802.

6D-Link DWA-171 User ManualSection 1 - Product OverviewHardware Overview1 WPS ButtonPress the WPS button to automatically connect to a WPS-enabled wir

7D-Link DWA-171 User ManualSection 2 - InstallationInstallationThis section will walk you through the installation process. If you have a built-in wir

8D-Link DWA-171 User ManualSection 2 - InstallationDisable Other Wireless AdaptersMost newer laptops may include a built-in wireless adapter. To preve

9D-Link DWA-171 User ManualSection 2 - InstallationClick Yes to disable the adapter.When the adapter is disabled, a down arrow or a grayed icon will b