D-Link DWL-G120 manual Getting Started

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Getting Started (continued)

Setting up a Wireless Infrastructure Network

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802.11g/2.4GHz Wireless 108Mbps USB Adapter

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802.11g/2.4GHz Wireless USB Adapter

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802.11g/2.4GHz Wireless USB Adapter

For a typical wireless setup at home (as shown above), please do the following:

You will need broadband Internet access (a Cable or DSL-subscriber line into your home or office).

Consult with your Cable or DSL provider for proper installation of the modem.

Connect the Cable or DSL modem to your broadband router. (See the Quick Installation Guide included with your router.)

Install the D-Link AirPlusTM G DWL-G120 Wireless USB Adapter into an available USB slot on your desktop computer. (See the Quick Installation Guide included with the DWL-G120.)

Install the D-Link AirPlusTM G DWL-G120 Wireless USB adapter into a laptop computer.

(See the Quick Installation Guide included with the DWL-G120.)

If you wish, you may connect a computer that is equipped with an Ethernet network adapter (such as a DFE-530TX+) to the router also.

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Contents Link AirPlusTM G DWL-G120 Contents Package Contents Introduction Convenience of Plug & Play installation Features and BenefitsWireless Basics FeaturesWireless Basics Standards-Based Technology Installation Considerations Getting Started Getting Started IP Address Setting up a Wireless Ad-Hoc NetworkUsing the Configuration Utility Link Info Using the Configuration UtilityPreamble ConfigurationData Encryption EncryptionAvailable Networks Site SurveyProperties Networking Basics Using the Network Setup Wizard in Windows XPNetworking Basics Enter a Computer description and a Computer name optional Networking Basics Networking Basics Networking Basics Networking Basics Naming your Computer Checking the IP Address in Windows XP Assigning a Static IP Address in Windows XP/2000 Connections Screen below, please do the following Checking the Wireless Connection by Pinging in Windows Me/98 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Why does my wireless connection keep dropping? Technical Specifications Technical Support Warranty and Registration Page Important Note