D-Link DWL-122 manual Features, Wireless Basics

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Features

USB connector

Used to connect the

DWL-122 to your

computer

Internal Antenna Used to wirelessly connect to 802.11b networks

Link/Activity LED

Power - Indicates that the DWL-122 is properly installed in the computer.

Link - Blinks when data is being transmitted through the wireless connection.

Wireless Basics

D-Link wireless products are based on industry standards to provide easy-to- use and compatible high-speed wireless connectivity within your home, business or public access wireless networks. D-Link wireless products will allow you access to the data you want, when and where you want it. You will be able to enjoy the freedom that wireless networking brings.

A WLAN is a cellular computer network that transmits and receives data with radio signals instead of wires. WLANs are used increasingly in both home and office environments, and public areas such as airports, coffee shops and universities. Innovative ways to utilize WLAN technology are helping people to work and communicate more efficiently. Increased mobility and the absence of cabling and other fixed infrastructure have proven to be beneficial for many users.

Wireless users can use the same applications they use on a wired network. Wireless adapter cards used on laptop and desktop systems support the same protocols as Ethernet adapter cards.

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Contents LinkAirDWL-122 Contents Package Contents Introduction Features and Benefits Features Wireless BasicsWireless Basics Installation Considerations Using the DWL-122 with the extension cord Getting StartedLink Air DWL-122 Getting StartedLink AirPlus DI-614+ Link DCM-201DWL-122 IP Address Using the Configuration Utility with Windows OS Using the Configuration Utility with Windows OS Link InfoSSIDConfiguration Default setting.IP SettingsSelect Enabled or Disabled Profile IP Settings AdvancedSite Survey Available NetworkConfiguration, Add or Properties About Using the Configuration Settings with Macintosh OS Using the Configuration Utility with Macintosh OS My Networks My Networks Create and/or Properties Max Power Save InfoUsing 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 Right-click on My ComputerChecking the IP Address in Windows XP Computer nameSupport tab PanelConnections PropertiesAssigning a Static IP Address Windows XP/2000 Protocol TCP/IP Click PropertiesChecking the Wireless Connection by Pinging in Windows XP Hardware Tab TroubleshootingGo to Start My Computer Properties ManagerTroubleshooting Why does my wireless connection keep dropping? Technical Specifications Technical Specifications Technical Support Warranty and Registration USA onlyPage Important Note