D-Link DWL-650+ manual Connecting to a Wireless Network in Windows XP

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Networking Basics

Connecting to a Wireless Network in Windows XP

To be able to connect to a wireless network, make sure the proper network settings are configured for DWL-650+.

Go to Start > right-click on My Network Places >

select Properties > double-click on the

Wireless Network Connection associated with the DWL-650+ > select Properties > select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) > click Properties

D-Link AirPlus DWL-650+ Wireless Cardbus Adapter

Fig. 8.26

Connecting to a Wireless Network with a Wireless Router or an Access Point using a DHCP server in Windows XP.

Select Obtain an IP address automatically - if the Wireless Router or Access Point has DHCP server enabled

Select Obtain DNS server address automatically.

Click OK

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Contents LinkAirPlus DWL-650+ Contents Package Contents Introduction Product Features Power LinkLEDs Wireless Basics Standards Based Technology Wireless BasicsInstallation Considerations Getting Started Getting Started Setting Up an Infrastructure NetworkIP Address Setting up a Wireless Ad Hoc NetworkWindows XP, 2000, Me, or 98 Installation Installing the DWL-650+Installing the DWL-650+ \Setup.exeDrivers and Utility For Windows XP, Fig Select No, I will restart my computer laterDouble-click on the Configuration Utility icon Using the Configuration UtilityLink Info Configuration UtilityConfiguration Encryption Properties Site SurveyAvailable Networks ProfilesProperties About Troubleshooting Status TroubleshootingAirPlus DWL-650+ Wireless Adapter AdaptersForgot my Encryption key Cannot connect to the access point or the wireless routerDWL-650+ Power and Link lights are not on Computer does not recognize the DWL-650+ Wireless AdapterTroubleshooting Networking Basics Using the Network Setup Wizard in Windows XPNetworking Basics Enter a Computer description and a Computer name Networking Basics Networking Basics Networking Basics Network Setup Wizard Naming your Computer Windows XPComputer Select Properties and click Name Checking the IP Address in Windows XP/2000 Type CommandAssigning a Static IP Address Control PanelNetwork Connections Protocol TCP/IP Area Connections Click PropertiesClick OK Select Obtain DNS server address automatically Connecting to a Wireless Network in Windows XPConnecting to a Wireless Network Connecting to a Wireless Network in WindowsIP address Subnet mask Select Use the following IP address Connecting to a Wireless Network in Windows Me For Windows XP Checking the Wireless Connection by PingingFor Windows Me Checking the Wireless Connection by PingingPrinters 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 FaxesNetworking Basics Sharing a network printer Add a PrinterPrinter Select Browse for a printer Sharing a network printerTo check for proper installation Go to Start Local Printer Sharing an LPR printerSelect Create a new port Networking Basics Sharing an LPR printer Click SettingsClick Have Disk Click Next Select Yes, to print a test Other Tasks Technical SpecificationsTemperature Diagnostic LEDPower Specifications Physical DimensionsLink Technical Support over the Internet Contacting Technical SupportWhat You Must Do For Warranty Service Limited Warranty and RegistrationWhat Is Not Covered