D-Link DWL-G120 manual Using the Configuration Utility

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Using the Configuration Utility

D-Link AirPlus GTM DWL-G120 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-G120 (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 AirPlus G >D-Link AirPlus 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-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