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Section 5 - Troubleshooting

•In Infrastructure mode, make sure the same Service Set Identifier (SSID) is specified on the settings for the wireless clients and access points. The SSID factory default setting for D-Link products is default.

•In Ad-Hocmode, both wireless clients will need to have the same SSID. Please note that it might be necessary to set up one client to establish a BSS (Basic Service Set) and wait briefly before setting up other clients. This prevents several clients from trying to establish a BSS at the same time, which can result in multiple singular BSSs being established, rather than a single BSS with multiple clients associated to it.

•Check that the Network Connection for the wireless client is configured properly. Select AP (Infrastructure) when connecting to an access point and select Ad-Hoc mode when connecting without an access point. Double-click on the WLAN icon in the taskbar > click on Configuration to change the settings for the wireless adapter.

•If Security is enabled, make sure that the correct encryption keys are entered on both the DWA-552 and the access point. Double-click on the WLAN icon in the taskbar > click Encryption. Check to see that the key selected is set to the same key as other devices on the network.

7.How can I troubleshoot distance issues using the DWA-552?

•Move the DWA-552 and Access Point or Wireless router into the same room and then test the wireless connection.

•Change the channel of the Access Point.

•Move devices within the line of sight.

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Contents Page Table of Contents ProductPackageOverviewContents Introduction Features Hardware Overview LEDsRemove Existing Installations InstallationGetting Started Disable Other Wireless Adapters Installation Wireless Installation Considerations Adapter Installation Click Install DriversInstallation Click Continue Anyway Installation Link Wireless Connection Manager ConfigurationDouble-click the Wireless Connection Wireless Networks Ssid MACMy Wireless Networks New Button Modify Delete ActivateAdd Profile Modify Profile Support About Windows XP Configuration Utility Choose a Wireless Network window click Change Advanced Disabling The Windows XP UtilityConfiguration Wireless Security What is WEP?What is WPA? Configure WEP Using the D-Link Wireless Connection ManagerSelect WEP under Set Security Option Using the Windows XP Utility Wireless Security Configure WPA/WPA2 Passphrase Select WPA/WPA2 Passphrase under Set Security Option Configure WPA/WPA2 Passphrase Wireless Security Configure WPA/WPA2 Troubleshooting Right-click on D-Link DWA-552 Wireless Desktop Adapter DWA-552 Power and Link lights are not on Cannot connect to the access point or the wireless routerForgot my encryption key Computer does not recognize the DWA-552 Wireless Adapter Uncheck Hide extension for known file types click on ApplyHow can I troubleshoot distance issues using the DWA-552? Wireless Basics What is Wireless? Wireless Local Area Network WlanHome Wireless Personal Area Network WpanSmall Office and Home Office Centralize your router or Access Point Eliminate InterferenceWireless Modes SecurityNetworking Basics Check your IP addressStep Step Highlight Internet Protocol TCP/IP and click PropertiesTechnical Specifications DimensionsContacting Technical Support Phone SupportWarranty Limited WarrantyLimited Software Warranty Non-Applicability of WarrantyWhat Is Not Covered Disclaimer of Other WarrantiesLimitation of Liability Governing LawTrademarks Copyright StatementFCC Statement CE Mark WarningFCC Radiation Exposure Statement Radiation Exposure Statement Industry Canada NoticeRegistration

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