D-Link DWL-520 manual Configuration

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Status: Displays the MAC Address of the Access Point that is associated with the DWL-520+.

SSID: The Service Set Identifier is the name assigned to the wireless network. The factory SSID setting is set to default.

TxRate: The factory setting is set to 11 Mbps; however, TxRate settings are automatically determined by the DWL-520+ depending on the distance from the access point.

Channel: Displays the channel information. By default, the channel is set to 6 and selection is automatically determined by the DWL-520+.

Link Quality / Signal Strength: Displays the Link Quality for the DWL-520+ wireless connection to the access point. The Signal Strength represents the wireless signal between the access point and the DWL-520+. The percentage coincides with the graphical bar.

Data Rate: Displays the statistics of data transmitted and received.

Rescan: Rescans the network for the Access Point with the greatest signal strength and connects the DWL-520+ automatically.

Configuration

The Configuration screen displays the default settings for the DWL-520+.

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Contents LinkAirPlus DWL-520+ Contents Package Contents Introduction Power/Activity Features and BenefitsLEDs Wireless Basics Standards Based Technology Wireless BasicsInstallation Considerations Getting Started Getting Started IP Address Double-click on the Configuration Utility icon Using the Configuration UtilityConfiguration Configuration Utility Encryption Profiles Available NetworksProperties Properties About Troubleshooting Adapters AirPlus DWL-520+ Wireless PCI AdapterStatus DWL-520+ Power and Link lights are not on Cannot connect to the access point or the wireless routerComputer does not recognize the DWL-520+ Wireless Adapter Forgot my Encryption keyPage How can I troubleshoot distance issues using the DWL-520+ Using the Network Setup Wizard in Windows XPHow do I use the 4x feature? Networking BasicsNetworking Basics Enter a Computer description and a Computer name Networking Basics Networking Basics Networking Basics Network Setup Wizard Windows XP Naming your ComputerComputer Select Properties and click Name Checking the IP Address in Windows XP/2000 Type CommandControl Panel Assigning a Static IP AddressNetwork Connections Protocol TCP/IP Area Connections Click PropertiesIP Address Checking the Wireless Connection by Pinging Checking the Wireless Connection by PingingAdding and Sharing Printers in Windows XP Printers and Faxes Click on Add a printer Adding a local printerSelect Use the following port Select Local printer attached to this computerAdding a local printer Adding a local printer Printers and Faxes Go to Start Printers FaxesAdd a Printer Setting up a network printerPrinter Select Browse for a printer To check for proper installation Go to Start Local Printer Setting up an LPR printerSelect Create a new port Click Settings Networking Basics Setting up an LPR printerClick Have Disk Click Next Select Yes, to print a test Other Tasks Technical SpecificationsPhysical Dimensions Transmitter Output PowerTemperature WarrantyTech Support for customers within Canada Contacting Technical SupportLimited Warranty and Registration Page FCC Caution Important Note