D-Link d-link wireless manual Introduction

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Section 1 - Product Overview

Introduction

D-Link, the industry pioneer in wireless networking, introduces the WUA-1340 Wireless USB Adapter, part of the Wireless G family of 802.11g wireless networking devices.

Using the WUA-1340 Wireless USB Adapter, you can now enable 802.11g wireless connectivity for your PC using the convenience and speed of a USB 2.0 interface**. Featuring the latest in wireless technology, the WUA-1340 delivers incredibly fast performance and industrywide compatibility. By adhering to the 802.11g wireless standard, the WUA-1340 is capable of streaming video and transferring large files across a wireless network.

The WUA-1340 Wireless USB Adapter includes an easy-to-use configuration that discovers available wireless networks wherever you go. The utility can also create detailed connectivity profiles to save your most frequently used networks. You can also enable support for WPA and 802.1x, for better data encryption and user authentication.

The WUA-1340 is a Wireless USB 2.0 adapter that installs quickly and easily into any desktop or laptop PC with an available USB port. You can simply plug in the WUA-1340 to enjoy the freedom of wireless networking. When used with other D-Link Wireless G products in their default configuration, the WUA-1340 automatically discovers and connects to the wireless network.

*Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11g specifications. Actual data throughput will vary. Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of network traffic, building materials and construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate. Environmental factors will adversely affect wireless signal range.

** Compatible with USB 1.1 port. If used with 1.1 port, throughput may be diminished.

D-Link WUA-1340 User Manual



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Contents Page Table of Contents Warranty Registration Troubleshooting Wireless Basics Networking BasicsSystem Requirements Package ContentsIntroduction Features USB Port Hardware OverviewLink Light Getting Started InstallationRemove Existing Installations Properties Disable Other Wireless AdaptersDisable Installation Wireless Installation Considerations Click Install Drivers Software InstallationWindows Vista Installation If the Found New Hardware Wizard appears, click Cancel Push Button Configuration PBC Installation Installation Windows XP Installation Installation Push Button Configuration PBC Installation Installation Double-click theWirelessConnection ConfigurationLink Wireless Connection Manager Windows Vista Wireless NetworksWi-Fi Protected Setup WPS Personal Identification Number PIN Configuration New Button Modify Delete Active My Wireless NetworksAdd Profile Modify Profile Support About Windows XP Wi-Fi Protected Setup WPS Personal Identification Number PIN Configuration My Wireless Networks Add Profile Modify Profile Support About Connect to a Wireless Network Using Windows Vista Configuration Connect to a Wireless Network Using Windows XP Disabling The Windows XP Utility Choose a Wireless Network window click ChangeConfiguration Wireless Security What is WPA? Using the D-Link Utility Configure WPA/WPA2 PassphraseModify Select WPA/WPA2 Passphrase under Set Security Option Using the Windows Vista Utility Security Using the Windows XP Utility Security Configure WPA/WPA2 Windows XP Select 802.1x under Set Security Option ConfigureWindows XP How do I know if my adapter is installed properly? TroubleshootingWUA-1340 Cardbus Adapter Computer does not recognize the WUA-1340 Wireless Adapter Troubleshooting Wireless Basics Wireless Local Area Network Wlan What is Wireless?Small Office and Home Office Wireless Personal Area Network WpanHome Eliminate Interference Centralize your router or Access PointSecurity Wireless ModesCheck your IP address Networking BasicsWindows XP/2000 Users Windows Vista UsersWindows XP/2000 Users Statically Assign an IP addressWindows Vista Users Humidity Technical SpecificationsPhone Support Contacting Technical SupportLimited Warranty WarrantyNon-Applicability of Warranty Limited Software WarrantyDisclaimer of Other Warranties What Is Not CoveredGoverning Law Limitation of LiabilityTrademarks Copyright StatementFCC Statement CE Mark WarningRegistration