D-Link DWL-G520 FrequencyAdvanced, Super G, Starting Ad-Hoc Network, Ad-Hoc Channel, Power Mode

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Using the Configuration Utility (continued)

Frequency:Advanced

Select 802.11b/g - 2.4GHz or 802.11b.

Super G:

Enable or Disable the Super G function (108Mbps). In order to communicate, all devices must share the same setting for this feature.

Starting Ad-Hoc Network:

This setting is always 2.4GHz.

Ad-Hoc Channel:

All devices in the Ad-Hoc net- work must be set to the same channel.

Profile IP Settings:

You can Enable or Disable the IP Settings portion of your profile here. If you select Disable you will need to configure the IP address information each time you connect to a network. If you select Enable you will maintain the same IP address information each time you connect to a network.

Power Mode:

Disable -This default setting consumes the most power.

Enable - This setting consumes the least power.

Launch Utility on Startup:

Select Enable or Disable.

Data Packet Parameter:

Set the Fragmentation Threshold and the RTS Threshold. Please see below.

Fragmentation Threshold:

This value should remain at its default setting of 2432. If you experience a high packet error rate, you may slightly increase your Fragmentation Threshold within the value range of 256 to 2432. Setting the Fragmentation Threshold too low may result in poor performance.

RTS Threshold:

This value should remain at its default setting of 2432. If inconsistent data flow is a problem, only a minor modification should be made.

Click Apply if you have made any changes.

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Contents Link AirPlus Xtreme GTM DWL-G520 Contents Package Contents Introduction Features & Benefits Operates in the 2.4GHz frequency rangeWireless Basics People use Wlan technology for many different purposesWireless Basics Standards-Based TechnologyInstallation Considerations Getting Started LEDsGetting Started Setting up a Wireless Ad Hoc Network IP AddressUsing the Configuration Utility Select the Wireless Networks tabWireless Mode Signal StrengthStatus FrequencyAuthentication ConfigurationData Encryption IP Settings Key LengthIeee KeysProfile IP Settings Power ModeFrequencyAdvanced Super GSite Survey Advanced Site Survey AddSite Survey Configuration Advanced Security Settings802.1x Advanced Security Settings EAP Types EAP-MD5 Ttls Identity Trusted CA ListAuthentication WPA Authentication WPA-PSK Passphrase 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 Networking Basics 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 XP Troubleshooting Troubleshooting DWL-G520 Power and Link lights are not on Cannot connect to the Access Point or the Wireless RouterForgot my Encryption key Uncheck Hide extension for known file types click on Apply How can I troubleshoot distance issues using the DWL-G520 Technical Specifications Data RatesTechnical Specifications Technical Support Warranty and Registration USA onlyPage Important Note