D-Link d-link wireless manual Wireless Basics

Page 63

Appendix A - Wireless Basics

Wireless Basics

D-Link wireless products are based on industry standards to provide easy-to-use and compatible high-speed wireless connectivity within your home, business or public access wireless networks. Strictly adhering to the IEEE standard, the D-Link wireless family of products will allow you to securely access the data you want, when and where you want it. You will be able to enjoy the freedom that wireless networking delivers.

A wireless local area network (WLAN) is a cellular computer network that transmits and receives data with radio signals instead of wires. Wireless LANs are used increasingly in both home and office environments, and public areas such as airports, coffee shops and universities. Innovative ways to utilize WLAN technology are helping people to work and communicate more efficiently. Increased mobility and the absence of cabling and other fixed infrastructure have proven to be beneficial for many users.

Wireless users can use the same applications they use on a wired network. Wireless adapter cards used on laptop and desktop systems support the same protocols as Ethernet adapter cards.

Under many circumstances, it may be desirable for mobile network devices to link to a conventional Ethernet LAN in order to use servers, printers or an Internet connection supplied through the wired LAN. A Wireless Router is a device used to provide this link.

D-Link WUA-1340 User Manual

63

Image 63
Contents Page Table of Contents Warranty Registration Troubleshooting Wireless Basics Networking BasicsSystem Requirements Package ContentsIntroduction Features Hardware Overview Link LightUSB Port Installation Remove Existing InstallationsGetting Started Disable Other Wireless Adapters DisableProperties 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 Configuration Link Wireless Connection ManagerDouble-click theWirelessConnection 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?Wireless Personal Area Network Wpan HomeSmall Office and Home Office Eliminate Interference Centralize your router or Access PointSecurity Wireless ModesWindows Vista Users Networking BasicsCheck your IP address Windows XP/2000 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 CoveredCopyright Statement Limitation of LiabilityGoverning Law TrademarksFCC Statement CE Mark WarningRegistration