D-Link DWL-G520+ manual Standards-Based Technology

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Wireless Basics (continued)

Standards-Based Technology

The DWL-G520+ Wireless PCI Adapter utilizes the 802.11g standard.

The IEEE 802.11g standard is an extension of the 802.11b standard. It increases the data rate up to 54 Mbps within the 2.4GHz band, utilizing OFDM technology.

This means that in most environments, within the specified range of this device, you will be able to transfer large files quickly or even watch a movie in MPEG format over your network without noticeable delays. This technology works by transmitting high-speed digital data over a radio wave utilizing OFDM (Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing) technology. OFDM works by splitting the radio signal into multiple smaller sub-signals that are then transmitted simultaneously at different frequencies to the receiver. OFDM reduces the amount of crosstalk (interference) in signal transmissions. The D-Link DWL-G520+will automatically sense the best possible connection speed to ensure the greatest speed and range possible.

802.11g offers the most advanced network security features available today, including: WPA*, 802.1x*TKIP, AES and Pre-Shared Key mode. These security features are explained in more detail in the Introduction and the Features section of this manual.

The DWL-G520+ is backwards compatible with 802.11b devices. This means that if you have an existing 802.11b network, the devices in that network will be compatible with 802.11g devices at speeds up to 11Mbps in the 2.4GHz range. Also based on the IEEE 802.11b standard, the DWL-G520+ is interoperable with existing compatible 2.4GHz wireless technology with data transfer speeds of up to 11Mbps.

1* Available Q4 2003 as a free download

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Contents Link AirPlus Xtreme G+TM DWL-G520+ Contents Package Contents Introduction Features Wireless Basics Wireless Basics Standards-Based Technology Installation Considerations „ a wireless Router D-Link AirPlus Xtreme G+ DI-624+ Getting StartedLink AirPlus Xtreme G+ DWL-G650+ or D-Link AirPlus DWL-650+ Link AirPlus Xtreme G+ DWL-G520+ or D-Link AirPlus DWL-520+DWL-G520+with IP Address Using the Configuration Utility Link Info Configuration Encryption Site Survey Available NetworksProfiles AddAdd New Profile About 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 „ Right-click on My ComputerChecking the IP Address in Windows XP Computer nameAssigning a Static IP Address in Windows XP/2000 Network Connections Assigning a Static IP Address Windows XP/2000 „ Click on Internet Protocol TCP/IP „ Click PropertiesChecking the Wireless Connection by Pinging in Windows XP Troubleshooting PropertiesHardware Tab ManagerTroubleshooting Cannot connect to the access point or the wireless router DWL-G520+ Power and Link lights are not onComputer does not recognize the DWL-G520+ Wireless Adapter Forgot my Encryption keyTroubleshooting How can I troubleshoot distance issues using the DWL-G520+ Technical Specifications Media Access Control Power ConsumptionTransmitter Output Power Data RatesContacting Technical Support Tech Support for customers within CanadaWarranty and Registration Page Important Note