D-Link DWL-G630 manual Using the Configuration Utility, Select the Wireless Networks tab

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Using the Configuration Utility

D-Link AirPlusTM G DWL-G630 uses the Configuration Utility as the management software. The utility provides the user an easy interface to change any settings related to the wireless adapter. After you have completed the installation of the DWL-G630 (refer to the Quick Installation Guide that came with your purchase) whenever you start the computer, the Configuration Utility starts automatically and the system tray icon is loaded in the toolbar (see illustration below*.) Clicking on the utility icon will start the Configuration Utility. Another way to start the Configuration Utility is to click on Start>Programs>D-Link AirPlusTM G >D-Link AirPlusTM G Utility.

If you are using Windows XP, you can use either the Zero Configuration Utility or the D-Link Configuration Utility.

To use the D-Link Configuration Utility with XP, right-click on the wireless network icon in the taskbar in the lower right-hand corner of your computer screen.

In the window that appears, select View Available Wireless Networks and click the Advanced button. The screen at right will appear.

Select the Wireless Networks tab.

Uncheck the box in the properties window that enables windows configuration.

After you have done this, you can then use the D-Link

Configuration Utility with XP by clicking on the D-Link

Configuration Utility icon.

*Configuration Utility icon in the system tray

If the icon does not display in the taskbar, then click on this icon on your desktop to open.

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Contents Link AirPlusTM G DWL-G630 Contents Package Contents LEDs FeaturesIntroduction People use Wlan technology for many different purposes Wireless BasicsStandards-Based Technology Wireless BasicsInstallation Considerations Getting Started Wireless router D-Link AirPlus XtremeTM G DI-624Getting Started Setting up a Wireless Infrastructure NetworkDWL-G630 Setting up a Wireless Ad-Hoc NetworkSelect the Wireless Networks tab Using the Configuration UtilityLink Info Configuration UtilityConfiguration Encryption Add, Connect and Properties Site SurveySite Survey Add, Connect or Properties About Windows XP Networking BasicsNetworking Basics Workgroup name Enter a Computer description and a Computer name optionalNetworking Basics Networking Basics Next Networking Basics Right-click on My Computer Naming your ComputerComputer name Checking the IP Address in Windows XPSupport tab Assigning a Static IP Address in Windows XP/2000Network Connections IP Address e.g Subnet Mask Default GatewayAssigning a Static IP Address Windows XP/2000 Click on Internet Protocol TCP/IP Click PropertiesNetworking Basics Hardware Tab Click Device Manager TroubleshootingGo to Start My Computer Properties Troubleshooting Why aren’t the Power and Link lights on? Uncheck Hide extension for known file types click on Apply How can I troubleshoot distance issues using the DWL-G630? Technical Specifications Sensitivity for 802.11b Technical SpecificationsFrequency Range Technical Support Warranty and Registration Page Important Note
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