D-Link dwl-ab520 manual Introduction

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Introduction

D-Link introduces the integrated multimode 802.11a/802.11b wireless PCI Adapter, as part of the high performance D-Link AirPro series of wireless networking products.

Featuring a breakthrough all-in-one multimode design, the new D-Link AirPro DWL-AB520 Multimode Wireless PCI Adapter is a next generation PCI Adapter that simultaneously serves both 802.11a wireless networks at 54 Mbps (72 Mbps in proprietary Turbo mode*) and 802.11b wireless networks at 11Mbps.

The D-Link AirPro DWL-AB520 delivers the fastest IEEE standards-based wireless technology in the industry and is interoperable with other 802.11a and 802.11b wireless devices.

After completing the steps outlined in the Quick Installation Guide (included in your package) not only will you have the ability to share information and resources, but you will also be able to enjoy the freedom that wireless networking delivers, at speeds capable of handling large data files or video streams.

*When used with other D-Link AirPro products.

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Contents Link AirPro DWL-AB520 Contents Package Contents Introduction Features Wireless Basics LedsWireless Basics Standards-Based Technology Installation Considerations Getting Started Setting up a Wireless Infrastructure Network Getting StartedDWL-AB520 IP AddressUsing the Configuration Utility ConfigurationUsing the Configuration Utility ConfigurationPropertiesInfrastructure and ad-hoc Network Name Option Using the Network Setup Wizard in Windows XP Networking BasicsNetworking Basics Enter a Computer description and a Computer name optional Networking Basics Networking Basics Networking Basics Network Setup Wizard Naming your Computer Checking the IP Address in Windows XP Assigning a Static IP Address in Windows XP/2000 Network Connections Assigning a Static IP Address Windows XP/2000 Checking the Wireless Connection by Pinging in Windows Me Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Why does my wireless connection keep dropping? Technical Specifications TemperatureTechnical Specifications 802.11a Specifications 802.11b SpecificationsTechnical Specifications 802.11b Specifications Contacting Technical SupportWarranty and Registration Page 09/25/2002