D-Link DI-774 manual Why can’t I get a wireless connection?

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Troubleshooting

4. What variables may cause my wireless products to lose reception?

D-Link products let you access your network from virtually anywhere you want. However, the positioning of the products within your environment will affect the wireless range. Please refer to Installation Considerations in the Wireless Basics section of this manual for further information about the most advantageous placement of your D-Link wireless products.

5.Why does my wireless connection keep dropping?

!Antenna Orientation- Try different antenna orientations for the DI-774. Try to keep the antenna at least 6 inches away from the wall or other objects.

!If you are using 2.4GHz cordless phones, X-10 equipment or other home secu- rity systems, ceiling fans, and lights, your wireless connection will degrade dra- matically or drop altogether. Try changing the Channel on your Router, Access Point and Wireless adapter to a different Channel to avoid interference.

!Keep your product away (at least 3-6 feet) from electrical devices that generate RF noise, like microwaves, Monitors, electric motors, etc.

6.Why can’t I get a wireless connection?

To establish a wireless connection, while enabling Encryption on the DI-774, you must also enable encryption on the wireless client.

!For 802.11a, the Encryption settings are: 64, 128 or 152 bit. Make sure that the encryption bit level is the same on the Router and the Wireless Client.

!For 802.11g, the Encryption settings are: 64, 128, or 152 bit. Make sure that the encryption bit level is the same on the Router and the Wireless Client.

Make sure that the SSID on the Router and the Wireless Client are exactly the same. If they are not, wireless connection will not be established. Please note that there are two separate SSIDs for 802.11a and 802.11g. The default SSID for both 802.11a and 802.11g is default.

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Contents Link Air Xpert DI-774 Contents Package Contents Introduction Adapter PowerLAN ports WAN port is Features LEDs Front Panel of Unit Wireless Basics Wireless Basics Setting up a Wireless Infrastructure2 Network Getting StartedUsing the Configuration Menu Home WizardUsing the Configuration Menu Home Wireless Open or Shared Wireless SettingsKey Type Home Wireless Open or Shared Channel AuthenticationWEP Encryption KeysRadius Server Home Wireless WPA AuthenticationLifetime Home Wireless WPA-PSK Home WAN Dynamic IP Address Host Name MAC Address Clone Primary/Secondary DNSHome WAN Static IP Address Subnet Mask Gateway Address Primary/ Secondary DNSHome WAN PPPoE PasswordService Name PPPoEAuto-reconnect MaximumIdle Time Home LANHome Dhcp Dynamic Host Control Protocol.Advanced Virtual Server Example #1 Example #2 Public Type Advanced ApplicationsName Trigger Port Trigger Type Public Port Port Advanced Filters IP FiltersIP Filters Protocol TypesAdvanced Filters URL Blocking Filters URL Blocking- KeywordsAdvanced Filters MAC Filters Filters MAC Filters Name MAC Address Dhcp ClientDomain Blocking Advanced Filters Domain BlockingFilters Permitted DomainsAction Advanced FirewallFirewall Rules SourceAdvanced DMZ DMZPerformance WirelessTransmit Power Beacon interval Data RateTX Rates Select Open system or Shared KeyUser Login Name Advanced Performance 802.11g CTS ModeTools Admin Administrator Login Name Admin PasswordTools Time Tools AdminDefault Restore to Factory Tools System System Settings Save Settings toLoad Settings from Tools Firmware Upgrade BrowseRestart Device Tools MiscPing Test Discard PingTools Cable Test Status Log View Log Log SettingsStatus Device Info Log Type Status Log Log Settings Smtp Server IP AddressEmail Address Status Wireless Connected Client List Status StatsHelp Networking Basics Microsoft Windows XPNetworking Basics Enter a Computer description and a Computer name optional Workgroup nameNetworking Basics Networking Basics Networking Basics Network Setup Wizard Naming your Computer Right-click on My ComputerChecking the IP Address in Windows XP Computer nameSupport tab Control PanelProperties Network ConnectionsConnections Assigning a Static IP Address Windows XP/2000 Assigning a Static IP Address with Macintosh OSX Selecting a Dynamic IP Address with Macintosh OSX Checking the Wireless Connection by Pinging in Windows Me Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Select Hardware Tab ManagerAdapters Why can’t I get a wireless connection? Why does my wireless connection keep dropping?Resetting the DI-774 to Factory Default Settings Technical Specifications Advanced Firewall FeaturesTechnical Specifications Wireless Transmit Power Frequently Asked Questions Why can´t I access the web based configuration?Frequently Asked Questions LAN Settings button How can I find my IP Address in Windows 95, 98, or ME? How can I find my IP Address in Windows 2000/XP? How can I assign a Static IP Address in Windows XP? Places and select PropertiesYes Network Neigborhood icon Win ME MyClick on the DNS Configuration tab Click Specify an IP AddressDynamic Cable connection Static Cable Connection Frequently Asked Questions To set up your router How do I open ports on my router? Demilitarized Zone What is DMZ?How do I configure the DMZ Host? DI-774 Frequently Asked Questions How do I use PC Anywhere with my router? What are virtual servers?Click Click ContinueHow can I use eDonkey behind my D-Link router? FirewallHow do I set up my router for Socom on my Playstation 2? How can I use Gamespy behind my D-Link router? Private Port Public PortHow do I configure my router for KaZaA and Grokster? For the DI-604, DI-614+. DI-624, DI-754, DI-764, or DI-774 How do I configure my router to play Warcraft 3?Configure the Game Port information on each computer How do I set up my router to use iChat? -for Macintosh users How do I use NetMeeting with my D-Link router?Step Then Virtual Server Choose Apple menu System Preferences Choose View SharingFrequently Asked Questions What is NAT? Technical Support Warranty and Registration USA onlyPage Important Note