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D-Link AirPro DWL-AB520 Manual

2.4ghz / 5ghz multimode wireless pci adapter
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AirPro DWL-AB520
2.4GHz / 5GHz Multimode
Wireless PCI Adapter
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  • Page 1 D-LINK AirPro DWL-AB520 2.4GHz / 5GHz Multimode Wireless PCI Adapter Manual Building Networks for People...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Package Contents ................3 Introduction ..................4 Wireless Basics ..................6 Getting Started ...................10 Using the Configuration Utility ............13 Networking Basics ................18 Troubleshooting .................. 31 Technical Specifications ..............34 Contacting Technical Support.............36 Warranty and Registration ..............37...

  • Page 3: Package Contents

    Package Contents Contents of Package: D-Link AirPro DWL-AB520 2.4 GHz / 5GHz Multimode Wireless PCI Adapter Manual and Warranty on CD Quick Installation Guide If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller. System Requirements: A computer with an available 32-bit PCI slot...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    Introduction D-Link introduces the integrated multimode 802.11a/802.11b wireless PCI Adapter, as part of the high performance D-Link AirPro series of wireless networking products. Featuring a breakthrough all-in-one multimode design, the new D-Link AirPro DWL-AB520 Multimode Wireless PCI Adapter is a next generation PCI Adapter that simultaneously serves both 802.11a wireless networks at 54 Mbps (72...
  • Page 5 Features Fully compatible with the 802.11a standard to provide an optimal wireless 54Mbps data rate (provides a 72Mbps data rate in proprietary Turbo Mode). Fully compatible with the 802.11b standard to provide an optimal wireless data rate of 11Mbps. Dynamic data rate scaling at 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, 54 for 802.11a Dynamic data rate scaling at 1, 2, 5.5, and 11Mbps for 802.11b Maximum reliability, throughput and connectivity with automatic data rate switching...

  • Page 6: Wireless Basics

    Strictly adhering to the IEEE standard, the D-Link wireless family of products will allow you to securely access the data you want, when and where you want it. You will be able to enjoy the freedom that wireless networking delivers.
  • Page 7 Wireless Basics (continued) People use wireless LAN technology for many different purposes: Mobility - Productivity increases when people have access to data in any location within the operating range of the WLAN. Management decisions based on real-time information can significantly improve worker efficiency. Low Implementation Costs –...
  • Page 8 5GHz Multimode Wireless Broadband Routers computers (DI-764, and DI-754) 5GHz Wireless Access Points (DWL-5000AP, DWL-6000AP) The DWL-AB520 is also compatible with D-Link Air and AirPlus 802.11b wireless products, which include: 2.4GHz Wireless Cardbus Adapters used with laptop computers (DWL-650, DWL-650+) 2.4GHz Wireless PCI cards used with desktop computers...

  • Page 9: Installation Considerations

    Wireless Basics (continued) Installation Considerations The D-Link AirPro DWL-AB520 lets you access your network, using a wireless connection, from virtually anywhere. Keep in mind, however, that the number, thickness and location of walls, ceilings, or other objects that the wireless signals must pass through, may limit the range.

  • Page 10: Getting Started

    An Infrastructure network contains an Access Point or Router. The Infrastructure Network example shown on the following page contains the following D-Link network devices (your existing network may be comprised of other devices): A wireless Router - D-Link AirPro DI-764...
  • Page 11 Connect the Cable or DSL modem to your broadband router (see the Quick Installation Guide included with your router.) Install the D-Link AirPro DWL-AB520 wireless PCI adapter into an available PCI slot on your desktop computer. (See the Quick Installation Guide included with the DWL-AB520.)
  • Page 12 Setting up a Wireless Ad Hoc Network DWL-A650 DWL-650+ DWL-AB520 DWL-650 Install the D-Link AirPro DWL-AB520 Wireless Network adapter into the desktop computer. See the Quick Installation Guide included with the product for installation instructions Install a wireless network adapter into the laptop computer. In the example above the DWL-A650, DWL-650+ or DWL-650 may be installed into a laptop computer.

  • Page 13: Using The Configuration Utility

    If you want to alter the default settings or optimize the performance of the DWL-AB520, D-Link has included a configuration utility to do so. Note: With its default settings, the DWL-AB520 will associate with D-Link Air/ AirPro products such as the DI-764 (a wireless router), and the DWL-A650 (a wireless adapter for laptops), right out of the box.
  • Page 14 Using the Configuration Utility Configuration (continued) click Refresh to display the current networks available Refresh- highlight the network to which you wish to connect and click Add- New- click New to connect to the Preferred WLAN Remove- click Remove to eliminate the highlighted network Move up- click Move up to move the network up higher in the list Move down-...
  • Page 15 Using the Configuration Utility Configuration>Advanced Click on Advanced in the Configuration window to select the type of WLAN (Wire- less Local Area Network) to which you wish to connect. Select from the following options in the Advanced pop-up window: WLAN type to connect Infrastructure choose this option to connect to both Infrastructure and Ad- and ad-hoc...
  • Page 16 Using the Configuration Utility Status If you enable WEP encryption or Turbo Mode make sure to enable WEP encryption and Turbo Mode on all the devices in your network. The Status screen displays the current properties of the DWL-AB520. Connection Status- indicates the connection status: either connected or discon- nected.
  • Page 17 Using the Configuration Utility Option Click on the About tab to find out the firmware version General Setting Auto Launch when Windows automatically enables the adapter when Windows starts up. By defaut this option is selected. starts up- Advance Setting Enable Turbo disable is the default setting.

  • Page 18: Networking Basics

    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 http://www.microsoft.com/windows2000 for information about networking computers using Windows 2000, ME or 98SE.
  • Page 19 Networking Basics Please follow all the instructions in this window: Click Next In the following window, select the best description of your computer. If your computer connects to the internet through a gateway/router, select the second option as shown. Click Next...
  • Page 20 Networking Basics Enter a Computer description and a Computer name (optional.) Click Next Enter a Workgroup name. All computers on your network should have the same Workgroup name. Click Next...
  • Page 21 Networking Basics Please wait while the Network Setup Wizard applies the changes. When the changes are complete, click Next. Please wait while the Network Setup Wizard configures the computer. This may take a few minutes.
  • Page 22 Networking Basics In the window below, select the option that fits your needs. In this example, Create a Network Setup Disk has been selected. You will run this disk on each of the computers on your network. Click Next. Insert a disk into the Floppy Disk Drive, in this case drive A.
  • Page 23 Networking Basics Please read the information under Here’s how in the screen below. After you com- plete the Network Setup Wizard you will use the Network Setup Disk to run the Network Setup Wizard once on each of the computers on your network. To continue click Next.
  • Page 24 Networking Basics Please read the information on this screen, then click Finish to complete the Network Setup Wizard. The new settings will take effect when you restart the computer. Click Yes to restart the computer. You have completed configuring this computer. Next, you will need to run the Network Setup Disk on all the other computers on your network.

  • Page 25: Naming Your Computer

    Networking Basics Naming your Computer To name your computer, please follow these directions:In Windows XP: Click Start (in the lower left corner of the screen) Right-click on My Computer Select Properties and click Select the Computer Name Tab in the System Properties window.
  • Page 26 Networking Basics Naming your Computer In this window, enter the Computer name Select Workgroup and enter the name of the Workgroup All computers on your network must have the same Workgroup name. Click OK Checking the IP Address in Windows XP The wireless adapter-equipped computers in your network must be in the same IP Address range (see Getting Started in this manual for a definition of IP Address Range.) To check on the IP Address of the adapter, please do the following:...
  • Page 27 Networking Basics Checking the IP Address in Windows XP This window will appear. Click the Support tab Click Close Assigning a Static IP Address in Windows XP/2000 Note: Residential Gateways/Broadband Routers will automatically assign IP Ad- dresses to the computers on the network, using DHCP (Dynamic Host Configura- tion Protocol) technology.
  • Page 28 Networking Basics Assigning a Static IP Address in Windows XP/2000 Double-click on Network Connections Right-click on Local Area Connections Double-click on Properties...

  • Page 29: Assigning A Static Ip Address

    Networking Basics Assigning a Static IP Address in Windows XP/2000 Click on Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Click Properties Input your IP address and subnet mask. (The IP Addresses on your network must be within the same range. For example, if one computer has an IP Address of 192.168.0.2, the other computers should have IP...
  • Page 30 Networking Basics Checking the Wireless Connection by Pinging in Windows XP and 2000 Go to Start > Run > type cmd. A window similar to this one will appear. Type ping xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx, where xxx is the IP Address of the Wireless Router or Access Point.

  • Page 31: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting This chapter provides solutions to problems that can occur during the installation and operation of the DWL-AB520. Read the following descriptions if you are having prob- lems. (The examples below are illustrated in Windows XP. If you have another operat- ing system, these solutions will still apply although the appearance on your computer screen may differ.) 1.
  • Page 32 AirPro DWL-AB520 Wireless PCI Adapter Select Properties to check that the drivers are installed properly D-Link AirPro DWL-AB520 Wireless PCI Adapter D-Link AirPro DWL-AB520 Wireless PCI Adapter Look under Device Status to check that the device is working properly Click OK...
  • Page 33 Troubleshooting 2. What variables may cause my wireless products to lose reception? D-Link products let you access your network from virtually anywhere you want. However, the positioning of the products within your environment will affect the wireless range. Please refer to Installation Considerations in the Wireless Basics section of this manual for further information about the most advanta- geous placement of your D-Link wireless products.

  • Page 34: Technical Specifications

    Technical Specifications Standards IEEE 802.11b IEEE 802.11a Diagnostic LED Power Network Temperature Operating: 0ºC to 55ºC (32ºF to 131ºF) Storing: -20ºC to 75ºC (-4ºF to 167ºF) Humidity: 10%-90%, non-condensing Antenna Type: Omni-directional dipole antenna with 2~4dB Operating Voltage: 3.3VDC +/-10% MTBF: Mean time between failure >30,000 hours Emissions:...
  • Page 35 Technical Specifications 802.11a Specifications Standard: IEEE 802.11a Data Rates: 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, 54 (72 Mbps in Turbo mode) Encryption: Supports 64-bit, 128-bit, and 152-bit WEP encryption with Dynamic keying Available Channels: 12 non-overlapping channels for North America Frequency Range: 5.150 –...

  • Page 36: Contacting Technical Support

    DSSS -84dBm for 11Mbps @ 8% PER Contacting Technical Support You can find the most recent software and user documentation on the D-Link website. D-Link provides free technical support for customers within the United States for the duration of the warranty period on this product.

  • Page 37: Warranty And Registration

    D-Link’s sole obligation shall be to repair or replace the defective Hardware during the Warranty Period at no charge to the original owner or to refund at D-Link’s sole discretion. Such repair or replacement will be rendered by D-Link at an Authorized D-Link Service Office. The replacement Hardware need not be new or have an identical make, model or part.
  • Page 38 RETURNED TO D-LINK FOR WARRANTY SERVICE) RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THE PRODUCT, RELATING TO WARRANTY SERVICE, OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY, EVEN IF D-LINK HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. THE SOLE REMEDY FOR A BREACH OF THE FOREGOING LIMITED WARRANTY IS REPAIR, REPLACEMENT OR REFUND OF THE DEFECTIVE OR NON-CONFORMING PRODUCT.
  • Page 39 Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help Registration: Register your D-Link AirPro DWL-AB520 online at http://support.dlink.com/register (09/25/2002)

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