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...Support 26 About 27 Connect to a Wireless Network 28 Using Windows Vista 28 Using Windows® XP 30 Wireless Security 31 What is WPA 31 D-Link DWA-160 User Manual Configure WPA™/WPA2™-Personal 32 Using the D-Link Wireless Connection Manager 32 Using Windows Vista 34 Using the Windows® XP Utility 36 Configure WPA™/WPA2™-Enterprise 38 Using the D-Link Wireless Connection Manager 38 Configure 802.1x (RADIUS 39 Using the D-Link Utility 39 Troubleshooting 40 Wireless Basics 44 Wireless Modes 48 Networking Basics 49 Check your IP address 49 Windows...
...Support 26 About 27 Connect to a Wireless Network 28 Using Windows Vista 28 Using Windows® XP 30 Wireless Security 31 What is WPA 31 D-Link DWA-160 User Manual Configure WPA™/WPA2™-Personal 32 Using the D-Link Wireless Connection Manager 32 Using Windows Vista 34 Using the Windows® XP Utility 36 Configure WPA™/WPA2™-Enterprise 38 Using the D-Link Wireless Connection Manager 38 Configure 802.1x (RADIUS 39 Using the D-Link Utility 39 Troubleshooting 40 Wireless Basics 44 Wireless Modes 48 Networking Basics 49 Check your IP address 49 Windows...
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Product Overview PPraocdkuacgteOCvoenrtevnietsw • D-Link DWA-160 Xtreme N™ Dual Band USB Adapter • Cradle • Manual and Warranty on CD • D-Link Wireless Connection Manager on CD • Quick Installation Guide System Requirements • A computer or laptop with an available USB 2.0 port • Windows Vista® or XP (Service Pack 2) • CD-ROM Drive • 300MHz processor and at least 64MB of RAM • A draft 802.11n or 802.11g or 802.11a access point or wireless router D-Link DWA-160 User Manual Section 1 -
Product Overview PPraocdkuacgteOCvoenrtevnietsw • D-Link DWA-160 Xtreme N™ Dual Band USB Adapter • Cradle • Manual and Warranty on CD • D-Link Wireless Connection Manager on CD • Quick Installation Guide System Requirements • A computer or laptop with an available USB 2.0 port • Windows Vista® or XP (Service Pack 2) • CD-ROM Drive • 300MHz processor and at least 64MB of RAM • A draft 802.11n or 802.11g or 802.11a access point or wireless router D-Link DWA-160 User Manual Section 1 -
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... will vary. Powered by simply utilizing your most frequently accessed networks. D-Link's Quick Setup Wizard guides you . Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of wireless connectivity today! * Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11a, 802.11g and Draft 802.11n specifications. Maximize wireless performance by connecting this USB Adapter without having to your PC or dismantling your desktop computer case, the DWA-160 can enable Draft 802.11n wireless connectivity by Xtreme N™ Dual Band technology, the DWA-160 provides a faster...
... will vary. Powered by simply utilizing your most frequently accessed networks. D-Link's Quick Setup Wizard guides you . Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of wireless connectivity today! * Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11a, 802.11g and Draft 802.11n specifications. Maximize wireless performance by connecting this USB Adapter without having to your PC or dismantling your desktop computer case, the DWA-160 can enable Draft 802.11n wireless connectivity by Xtreme N™ Dual Band technology, the DWA-160 provides a faster...
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no external power source required. • USB 2.0 standard*. • You can securely connect to achieve the best reception possible. • Supports Infrastructure networks via an access point • User-friendly configuration and diagnostic utilities. * Using a USB 1.1 port will adversely affect throughput. Section 1 - D-Link DWA-160 User Manual Product Overview Features • Compact size for placement anywhere. • Convenience of security for wireless authentication. • Position the DWA-160 almost anywhere in your data and communication than has...
no external power source required. • USB 2.0 standard*. • You can securely connect to achieve the best reception possible. • Supports Infrastructure networks via an access point • User-friendly configuration and diagnostic utilities. * Using a USB 1.1 port will adversely affect throughput. Section 1 - D-Link DWA-160 User Manual Product Overview Features • Compact size for placement anywhere. • Convenience of security for wireless authentication. • Position the DWA-160 almost anywhere in your data and communication than has...
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Product Overview Hardware Overview WPS Button Press the WPS button to automatically connect to pg 19. Refer to a WPS-enabled wireless router or access point and establish connectivity. USB Port Used to connect the DWA-160 to your computer. D-Link DWA-160 User Manual Section 1 -
Product Overview Hardware Overview WPS Button Press the WPS button to automatically connect to pg 19. Refer to a WPS-enabled wireless router or access point and establish connectivity. USB Port Used to connect the DWA-160 to your computer. D-Link DWA-160 User Manual Section 1 -
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... the utilities are not set to use the built-in device manager before installing the new software. If you plan to load when your D-Link adapter. To remove any software is uninstalled before installing your computer boots up. Section 2 - Some utilities may use multiple adapters at different times, make sure any old software: Windows® XP/Vista™ users: Click Start > Control Panel > Add or Remove Programs. Windows® 2000 users: Click Start > Settings > Control Panel > Add or Remove Programs. D-Link DWA-160 User Manual
... the utilities are not set to use the built-in device manager before installing the new software. If you plan to load when your D-Link adapter. To remove any software is uninstalled before installing your computer boots up. Section 2 - Some utilities may use multiple adapters at different times, make sure any old software: Windows® XP/Vista™ users: Click Start > Control Panel > Add or Remove Programs. Windows® 2000 users: Click Start > Settings > Control Panel > Add or Remove Programs. D-Link DWA-160 User Manual
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Click the Hardware tab and then click Device Manager. From the desktop, right-click on the My Computer icon and select Properties. Section 2 - Scroll down the list and click the + sign to disable the wireless adapter (as well as any conflicts with the D-Link wireless adapter, it is recommended to the left of Network Adapters. To prevent any unused Ethernet adapters). D-Link DWA-160 User Manual Installation Disable Other Wireless Adapters Most newer laptops may include a built-in wireless adapter. Right-click the adapter you would like to disable and select Disable.
Click the Hardware tab and then click Device Manager. From the desktop, right-click on the My Computer icon and select Properties. Section 2 - Scroll down the list and click the + sign to disable the wireless adapter (as well as any conflicts with the D-Link wireless adapter, it is recommended to the left of Network Adapters. To prevent any unused Ethernet adapters). D-Link DWA-160 User Manual Installation Disable Other Wireless Adapters Most newer laptops may include a built-in wireless adapter. Right-click the adapter you would like to disable and select Disable.
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Section 2 - D-Link DWA-160 User Manual If you would like to disable the adapter. The adapter is now disabled. When disabled, a red X will not remove the drivers. Installation Click Yes to use the adapter, simply right-click it and select Enable. Disabling the adapter will be displayed.
Section 2 - D-Link DWA-160 User Manual If you would like to disable the adapter. The adapter is now disabled. When disabled, a red X will not remove the drivers. Installation Click Yes to use the adapter, simply right-click it and select Enable. Disabling the adapter will be displayed.
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... phone in not in your adapter's range from electrical devices or appliances that the number of walls, ceilings, or other network devices to position access points, wireless routers, and computers so that the signal will degrade your wireless connection may degrade dramatically or drop completely. D-Link DWA-160 User Manual 10 Installation Wireless Installation Considerations The D-Link wireless adapter lets you are using a wireless connection from your wireless devices as ceiling fans, lights, and home security systems), your wireless signal. 4. A solid metal door or...
... phone in not in your adapter's range from electrical devices or appliances that the number of walls, ceilings, or other network devices to position access points, wireless routers, and computers so that the signal will degrade your wireless connection may degrade dramatically or drop completely. D-Link DWA-160 User Manual 10 Installation Wireless Installation Considerations The D-Link wireless adapter lets you are using a wireless connection from your wireless devices as ceiling fans, lights, and home security systems), your wireless signal. 4. A solid metal door or...
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When the autorun screen appears, click Install Drivers. Section 2 - Turn on your CD-ROM drive). D-Link DWA-160 User Manual 11 If the CD Autorun function does not automatically start on the computer and Insert the D-Link DWA-160 Driver CD in the CD-ROM drive. In the run box type "D:\DWA160.exe" (where D: represents the drive letter of your computer, go to Start > Run. Installation Adapter Installation Warning: Do NOT install the DWA-160 Xtreme N™ Dual Band USB Adapter into your computer before installing the driver software from the D-Link CD.
When the autorun screen appears, click Install Drivers. Section 2 - Turn on your CD-ROM drive). D-Link DWA-160 User Manual 11 If the CD Autorun function does not automatically start on the computer and Insert the D-Link DWA-160 Driver CD in the CD-ROM drive. In the run box type "D:\DWA160.exe" (where D: represents the drive letter of your computer, go to Start > Run. Installation Adapter Installation Warning: Do NOT install the DWA-160 Xtreme N™ Dual Band USB Adapter into your computer before installing the driver software from the D-Link CD.
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To install to the default location: C:\Program Files\D-Link\DWA-160, where C: represents the drive letter of your hard drive. Click Next Select the Program Files folder location. Click Next D-Link DWA-160 User Manual 12 Section 2 - Click Next By default setup will appear. Installation The InstallShield Wizard window will install to a different location click Browse and specify the location.
To install to the default location: C:\Program Files\D-Link\DWA-160, where C: represents the drive letter of your hard drive. Click Next Select the Program Files folder location. Click Next D-Link DWA-160 User Manual 12 Section 2 - Click Next By default setup will appear. Installation The InstallShield Wizard window will install to a different location click Browse and specify the location.
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Click Next The Wireless Connection Wizard will connect you want to manually connect to a wireless network, refer to a wireless network using Wi-Fi® Protected Setup (WPS). If you to page 15. Section 2 - If the Found New Hardware Wizard appears, click Cancel. The following instructions will now appear. Click Next D-Link DWA-160 User Manual 13 Installation Insert the adapter into an available USB port on your computer.
Click Next The Wireless Connection Wizard will connect you want to manually connect to a wireless network, refer to a wireless network using Wi-Fi® Protected Setup (WPS). If you to page 15. Section 2 - If the Found New Hardware Wizard appears, click Cancel. The following instructions will now appear. Click Next D-Link DWA-160 User Manual 13 Installation Insert the adapter into an available USB port on your computer.
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... two seconds until the wizard screen comes up. Click Next to your setup. Then, press the WPS button on the router/access point to your network by pressing the WPS button on your network using the WPS push button configuration method, click the virtual button as shown in the screenshot. When this screen appears, you have successfully connected to complete your wireless network. Click Next D-Link DWA-160 User Manual 14 Note: You may...
... two seconds until the wizard screen comes up. Click Next to your setup. Then, press the WPS button on the router/access point to your network by pressing the WPS button on your network using the WPS push button configuration method, click the virtual button as shown in the screenshot. When this screen appears, you have successfully connected to complete your wireless network. Click Next D-Link DWA-160 User Manual 14 Note: You may...
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...the wireless adapter. The manager provides the user an easy interface to change any settings related to page 29. Double-click the Wireless Connection Manager icon on the desktop will show you are using the D-Link Utility as well as the management software. D-Link DWA-160 User Manual 17 Section 3 - D-Link Wireless Connection Manager The D-Link DWA-160 uses the Wireless Connection Manager as Windows® XP Zero Configuration and Vista™ WLAN Auto Configuration. If you how to configure your desktop. Configuration Configuration This section will start the Configuration...
...the wireless adapter. The manager provides the user an easy interface to change any settings related to page 29. Double-click the Wireless Connection Manager icon on the desktop will show you are using the D-Link Utility as well as the management software. D-Link DWA-160 User Manual 17 Section 3 - D-Link Wireless Connection Manager The D-Link DWA-160 uses the Wireless Connection Manager as Windows® XP Zero Configuration and Vista™ WLAN Auto Configuration. If you how to configure your desktop. Configuration Configuration This section will start the Configuration...
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...name of the wireless device. Configuration Wireless Networks The Wireless Networks (Site Survey) page will appear. SSID: The SSID (Service Set Identifier) is secure.You must know the encryption key/security settings to connect. D-Link DWA-160 User Manual 18 Channel: Displays the channel of the wireless connection. WPS Button: Connect to connect. Signal: Displays the Link Quality of the wireless network. If the network is secure, a pop-up to 30 seconds to a wireless network using Wi-Fi® Protected Setup. Allow up window will display all wireless networks that are...
...name of the wireless device. Configuration Wireless Networks The Wireless Networks (Site Survey) page will appear. SSID: The SSID (Service Set Identifier) is secure.You must know the encryption key/security settings to connect. D-Link DWA-160 User Manual 18 Channel: Displays the channel of the wireless connection. WPS Button: Connect to connect. Signal: Displays the Link Quality of the wireless network. If the network is secure, a pop-up to 30 seconds to a wireless network using Wi-Fi® Protected Setup. Allow up window will display all wireless networks that are...
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... to other WPS-enabled devices. D-Link DWA-160 User Manual 19 Configuration Wi-Fi® Protected Setup (WPS) Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) System is a unique number generated randomly by clicking on the virtual button, then pushing the physical button on WPS, visit the Wi-Fi Alliance website at www.wi-fi.org. For more information. "Personal Identification Number" (PIN) is designed for more information on the access point or wireless router within 120...
... to other WPS-enabled devices. D-Link DWA-160 User Manual 19 Configuration Wi-Fi® Protected Setup (WPS) Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) System is a unique number generated randomly by clicking on the virtual button, then pushing the physical button on WPS, visit the Wi-Fi Alliance website at www.wi-fi.org. For more information. "Personal Identification Number" (PIN) is designed for more information on the access point or wireless router within 120...
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... authenticate your data from intruders. WPA/WPA2-Personal uses a passphrase or key to improve the security features of security: • WPA/WPA2-Personal • WPA/WPA2-Enterprise • 802.1x (RADIUS) What is an alpha-numeric password between 8 and 63 characters long. D-Link DWA-160 User Manual 31 The DWA-160 offers the following types of WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy). The password can use to a wireless network based on your wireless router or access point. WPA/WPA2-Enterprise incorporates user authentication...
... authenticate your data from intruders. WPA/WPA2-Personal uses a passphrase or key to improve the security features of security: • WPA/WPA2-Personal • WPA/WPA2-Enterprise • 802.1x (RADIUS) What is an alpha-numeric password between 8 and 63 characters long. D-Link DWA-160 User Manual 31 The DWA-160 offers the following types of WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy). The password can use to a wireless network based on your wireless router or access point. WPA/WPA2-Enterprise incorporates user authentication...
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.... 3. Open the Wireless Connection Manager by double-clicking on the D-Link icon on your desktop. 2. Unchecking it will need to the next page. D-Link DWA-160 User Manual 32 Highlight the wireless network (SSID) you will hide it is recommended to connect. Section 4 - Click the Show text in the password field box to the network. Wireless Security Configure WPA™/WPA2™-Personal Using the D-Link Wireless Connection Manager It is on your wireless router or access point. If the network...
.... 3. Open the Wireless Connection Manager by double-clicking on the D-Link icon on your desktop. 2. Unchecking it will need to the next page. D-Link DWA-160 User Manual 32 Highlight the wireless network (SSID) you will hide it is recommended to connect. Section 4 - Click the Show text in the password field box to the network. Wireless Security Configure WPA™/WPA2™-Personal Using the D-Link Wireless Connection Manager It is on your wireless router or access point. If the network...
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Right-click on D-Link DWA-160 Xteme N Dual Band USB Adapter. Look under Device Status to continue. Click OK to check that the drivers are installed properly. Select Properties to Network Adapters. D-Link DWA-160 User Manual 41 Troubleshooting Click the + sign next to check that the device is working properly. Section 5 -
Right-click on D-Link DWA-160 Xteme N Dual Band USB Adapter. Look under Device Status to continue. Click OK to check that the drivers are installed properly. Select Properties to Network Adapters. D-Link DWA-160 User Manual 41 Troubleshooting Click the + sign next to check that the device is working properly. Section 5 -
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... default, the SSID factory setting for the broadband modem are functioning properly. The computer does not recognize the DWA-160 Wireless Adapter. If not, check that the AC power and Ethernet cables are correctly entered for the network • In Infrastructure mode, make sure to the wireless network and/or the Internet. • Check that the LED indicators for D-Link products is specified on the WLAN icon in the computer's USB port. Section 5 - If Windows...
... default, the SSID factory setting for the broadband modem are functioning properly. The computer does not recognize the DWA-160 Wireless Adapter. If not, check that the AC power and Ethernet cables are correctly entered for the network • In Infrastructure mode, make sure to the wireless network and/or the Internet. • Check that the LED indicators for D-Link products is specified on the WLAN icon in the computer's USB port. Section 5 - If Windows...
