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D-Link DWL-650+ manual Troubleshooting, My Computer Click Properties

Models: DWL-650+

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7.Troubleshooting

This chapter provides solutions to problems that can occur during the installation and operation of the DWL-650+ Wireless Adapter. Read the following descriptions if you are having problems. (The examples below are illustrated in Windows XP. If you have another operating system, these solutions will still apply although the appearance on your computer screen may differ.)

1.Checking the Installation of the Drivers for the Wireless Adapter

•Go to Start

•Right-click on

My Computer

• Click Properties

Fig. 7.1

• Select the Hardware Tab

•Click Device Manager

Fig. 7.2

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D-Link DWL-650+ manual Troubleshooting, Checking the Installation of the Drivers for the Wireless Adapter

Contents

D-Link AirPlus DWL-650+ 2.4 GHz Wireless Cardbus Adapter ManualBuilding Networks for People Using the Configuration Utility ContentsInstalling the DWL-650+ TroubleshootingSystem Requirements 1. Package ContentsContents of Package If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller2. Introduction LEDs Product FeaturesPower Link3. Wireless Basics D-Link AirPlus Wireless Family of LAN products include Wireless BasicsStandards - Based Technology Installation Considerations Wireless Basics4. Getting Started Wireless BasicsSetting Up an Infrastructure Network Getting StartedGetting Started Setting up a Wireless Ad Hoc NetworkIP Address DWL-650+Installing the DWL-650+ Drivers & Utility 5. Installing the DWL-650+Windows XP, 2000, Me, or 98 Installation D\Setup.exe Installing the Drivers and Utility continued…Installing the DWL-650+ Drivers and UtilityInstalling the DWL-650+ Select No, I will restart my computer laterFor Windows XP, Fig Drivers and UtilityAfter double-clicking on the icon Fig. 6.1, the D-Link AirPlus 6. Using the Configuration UtilityDouble-click on the Configuration Utility icon DWL-650+ Utility window will appearConfiguration Utility Link Infosame settings for the following properties ConfigurationConfiguration Utility To communicate on the network all devices must have theEncryption Configuration UtilityProfiles Site SurveyAvailable Networks PropertiesConfiguration Utility PropertiesCurrent Setting D-Link AirPlus DWL-650+ 2.4GHz Wireless Cardbus Adapter AboutConfiguration Utility DWL-650+My Computer Click Properties 7. Troubleshooting1. Checking the Installation of the Drivers for the Wireless Adapter Select the Hardware Tab Click Device ManagerAdapters TroubleshootingAirPlus DWL-650+ Wireless Adapter Status5. The computer does not recognize the DWL-650+ Wireless Adapter 2. I cannot connect to the access point or the wireless router3. The DWL-650+ Power and Link lights are not on 4. I forgot my Encryption keyTroubleshooting Check that the LED indicators on the wireless router are functioning properly. If not, check that the AC power and Ethernet cables are firmly connected8. Networking Basics Using the Network Setup Wizard in Windows XPSelect Set up a home or small office network Go to Start Control Panel Network ConnectionsNetworking Basics Using the Network Setup Wizard in Windows XPEnter a Computer description and a Computer name Networking BasicsNetworking Basics When the changes are complete, click NextPlease wait while the wizard applies the changes Insert a disk into the Floppy Disk Drive, in this case drive A Networking BasicsFormat the disk if you wish, and click Next Networking Basics Please wait while the wizard copies the filesNetwork Setup Wizard Networking BasicsComputer Select Properties and click Naming your ComputerIn Windows XP Networking Basicsname Go to Start All Programs Accessories Command PromptChecking the IP Address in Windows XP/2000 Networking BasicsChecking the IP Address in Windows XP/2000 Type CommandNetworking Basics Network Connections Assigning a Static IP AddressControl Panel Networking BasicsClick Properties Area Connections Click PropertiesProtocol TCP/IP D-Link AirPlus DWL-650+ Wireless AdapterInput your DNS server address only if you plan to use the Internet Select Use the following IP addressin the Internet Protocol TCP/IP Properties window Networking BasicsSelect Obtain DNS server address automatically Connecting to a Wireless Network in Windows XPNetworking Basics IP address Subnet mask Connecting to a Wireless NetworkConnecting to a Wireless Network in Windows Networking BasicsConnecting to a Wireless Network Networking BasicsSelect Detect connection to network media Connecting to a Wireless Network in Windows Me andObtain an IP address automatically Connecting to a Wireless NetworkConnecting to a Wireless Network Checking the Wireless Connection by PingingFor Windows XP and Networking BasicsAdding and Sharing Printers in Windows XP Checking the Wireless Connection by PingingFor Windows Me and Networking BasicsClick on Add a printer Adding a local printerPrinters and Faxes Networking BasicsMost computers use the LPT1 port, as shown in the illustration Select Local printer attached to this computerSelect Use the following port Networking BasicsNetworking Basics Adding a local printerNetworking Basics Adding a local printerNetworking Basics Sharing a Network PrinterGo to Start Printers and Faxes Adding a local printerAdd a Printer Networking Basics Sharing a network printerPrinter Select Browse for a printer Sharing a network printerNetworking Basics Networking Basics Sharing a network printer Run the Add Printer Wizard on all the computers on your networkTo check for proper installation Go to Start Printers and FaxesNetworking Basics Sharing an LPR printerLocal Printer Printers and FaxesNetworking Basics Select Create a new portSharing an LPR printer Click Settings Networking Basics Sharing an LPR printerNetworking Basics Click Have DiskIf the printer driver is already installed Sharing an LPR printerNetworking Basics Sharing an LPR printer You can rename your printer if you choose. It is optionalStandards 9. Technical SpecificationsOther Tasks Adapter TypePhysical Dimensions Diagnostic LEDPower Specifications TemperatureSerial number of the unit Model number or product name 10. Contacting Technical SupportD-Link Technical Support over the Internet Software type and version number3-Year Limited Warranty for the Products is defined as follows 11. Limited Warranty and RegistrationWhat You Must Do For Warranty Service Copyright Statement What Is Not CoveredTrademarks CE Mark Warning