D-Link DWL-650+ manual Introduction

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2. Introduction

The D-Link AirPlus DWL-650+ Wireless Cardbus Adapter is an enhanced 802.11b high-performance, wireless adapter that supports high-speed wireless networking at home, at work or in public places.

Unlike most 802.11b network cards, the DWL-650+ provides speeds of up to 22 Mbps (compared to the standard 11 Mbps) when used with other D-Link AirPlus products such as the DWL-520+ Wireless PCI Adapter.

The DWL-650+ is also compatible with existing 802.11b devices such as the D-Link Air family of products including the DWL-520 Wireless PCI Adapter, the DI-714 Wireless Router/Access Point and the DWL-120 Wireless USB Adapter.

It is an ideal way to connect one laptop computer to a Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN.) After completing the steps outlined in the Quick Installation Guide (included in the package) you will have the ability to share information and resources, such as files and printers, and take full advantage of a “connected” environment for work or play!

The DWL-650+ includes software drivers for the most popular Microsoft Windows operating systems (Windows XP, Windows 2000, Windows Me, Windows 98) and can be integrated into a larger network, running, in either Ad Hoc mode (without an Access Point) or Infrastructure mode (with an Access Point.) Please take a look at our Getting Started section in this manual to see examples of typical network setups using the DWL-650+ in both Infrastructure and Ad-Hoc modes.

This manual provides a quick introduction to wireless technology and its application as it relates to networking. Take a moment to read through this manual and get acquainted with wireless technology.

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Contents LinkAirPlus DWL-650+ Contents Package Contents Introduction Power Link Product FeaturesLEDs Wireless Basics Wireless Basics Standards Based TechnologyInstallation Considerations Getting Started Setting Up an Infrastructure Network Getting StartedSetting up a Wireless Ad Hoc Network IP AddressInstalling the DWL-650+ Windows XP, 2000, Me, or 98 Installation\Setup.exe Installing the DWL-650+Drivers and Utility Select No, I will restart my computer later For Windows XP, FigUsing the Configuration Utility Double-click on the Configuration Utility iconConfiguration Utility Link InfoConfiguration Encryption Site Survey Available NetworksProfiles PropertiesProperties About Troubleshooting Troubleshooting AirPlus DWL-650+ Wireless AdapterAdapters StatusCannot connect to the access point or the wireless router DWL-650+ Power and Link lights are not onComputer does not recognize the DWL-650+ Wireless Adapter Forgot my Encryption keyTroubleshooting Using the Network Setup Wizard in Windows XP 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 Type Command Checking the IP Address in Windows XP/2000Control Panel Assigning a Static IP AddressNetwork Connections Area Connections Click Properties Protocol TCP/IPClick OK Connecting to a Wireless Network in Windows XP Select Obtain DNS server address automaticallyConnecting to a Wireless Network in Windows Connecting to a Wireless NetworkIP address Subnet mask Select Use the following IP address Connecting to a Wireless Network in Windows Me Checking the Wireless Connection by Pinging For Windows XPChecking the Wireless Connection by Pinging For Windows MeAdding a local printer Printers and Faxes Click on Add a printerSelect Local printer attached to this computer Select Use the following portAdding a local printer Adding a local printer Go to Start Printers Faxes Printers and FaxesAdd a Printer Networking Basics Sharing a network printerPrinter Sharing a network printer Select Browse for a printerTo check for proper installation Go to Start Sharing an LPR printer Local PrinterSelect Create a new port Click Settings Networking Basics Sharing an LPR printerClick Have Disk Click Next Select Yes, to print a test Technical Specifications Other TasksDiagnostic LED Power SpecificationsPhysical Dimensions TemperatureContacting Technical Support Link Technical Support over the InternetLimited Warranty and Registration What You Must Do For Warranty ServiceWhat Is Not Covered