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D-Link DWL-650+ manual Networking Basics, Using the Network Setup Wizard in Windows XP

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8.Networking Basics

Using the Network Setup Wizard in Windows XP

In this section you will learn how to establish a network at home or work, using Microsoft Windows XP.

Note: Please refer to websites such as http://www.homenethelp.com and http://www.microsoft.com/windows2000 for information about networking computers using Windows 2000, ME or 98.

Go to Start > Control Panel > Network Connections

Select Set up a home or small office network

Fig. 8.1

When this screen appears, click Next.

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D-Link DWL-650+ manual Networking Basics, Using the Network Setup Wizard in Windows XP

Contents

Building Networks for People 2.4 GHz Wireless Cardbus Adapter ManualD-Link AirPlus DWL-650+ 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 Standards - Based Technology Wireless BasicsD-Link AirPlus Wireless Family of LAN products include 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+Windows XP, 2000, Me, or 98 Installation 5. Installing the DWL-650+Installing the DWL-650+ Drivers & Utility 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 PropertiesCurrent Setting PropertiesConfiguration Utility 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 BasicsPlease wait while the wizard applies the changes When the changes are complete, click NextNetworking Basics Format the disk if you wish, and click Next Networking BasicsInsert a disk into the Floppy Disk Drive, in this case drive A 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 BasicsNetworking Basics Type CommandChecking the IP Address in Windows XP/2000 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 BasicsNetworking Basics Connecting to a Wireless Network in Windows XPSelect Obtain DNS server address automatically 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 printerPrinter Networking Basics Sharing a network printerAdd a Printer Networking Basics Sharing a network printerSelect Browse for a printer 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 FaxesSharing an LPR printer Select Create a new portNetworking Basics 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 numberWhat You Must Do For Warranty Service 11. Limited Warranty and Registration3-Year Limited Warranty for the Products is defined as follows Copyright Statement What Is Not CoveredTrademarks CE Mark Warning