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... Manual Connect 16 Configuration 18 D-Link Wireless Connection Manager 18 Wireless Networks 19 My Wireless Networks 20 Support 23 About 24 Connect to a Wireless Network 25 Using Windows® 7 25 Using Windows Vista 26 Using Windows® XP 27 D-Link DWA-556 User Manual Wireless Security 28 What... is WPA 28 Configure WPA/WPA2-Personal 29 Using the D-Link Utility 29 Using Windows Vista 34 Using Windows® XP 36 Configure WPA/WPA2-Enterprise ...
... Manual Connect 16 Configuration 18 D-Link Wireless Connection Manager 18 Wireless Networks 19 My Wireless Networks 20 Support 23 About 24 Connect to a Wireless Network 25 Using Windows® 7 25 Using Windows Vista 26 Using Windows® XP 27 D-Link DWA-556 User Manual Wireless Security 28 What... is WPA 28 Configure WPA/WPA2-Personal 29 Using the D-Link Utility 29 Using Windows Vista 34 Using Windows® XP 36 Configure WPA/WPA2-Enterprise ...
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Section 1 - System Requirements • A desktop computer with drivers and software If any of RAM D-Link DWA-556 User Manual 3 Product Overview PProacdkuacgteOCvoentrevnietsw D-Link DWA-556 Xtreme N® Desktop PCI Express Adapter Three Antennas Low Profile Bracket CD with an available 64-bit PCI Express slot • Windows® 7, Vista®, XP (Service Pack 2) or 2000 (Service Pack 4) • 300MHz processor and at least 64MB of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller.
Section 1 - System Requirements • A desktop computer with drivers and software If any of RAM D-Link DWA-556 User Manual 3 Product Overview PProacdkuacgteOCvoentrevnietsw D-Link DWA-556 Xtreme N® Desktop PCI Express Adapter Three Antennas Low Profile Bracket CD with an available 64-bit PCI Express slot • Windows® 7, Vista®, XP (Service Pack 2) or 2000 (Service Pack 4) • 300MHz processor and at least 64MB of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller.
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...building materials and construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate. Like all D-Link wireless adapters, the DWA-556 can add or upgrade your desktop computer. The DWA-556 also includes a configuration utility to connect with a wireless access point or router for ...a better Internet experience with the latest wireless networking security protocols, including Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA/WPA2) support. D-Link DWA-556 User Manual 4 Powered by connecting this desktop adapter to prevent outside intrusion and protect your personal information from virtually anywhere ...
...building materials and construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate. Like all D-Link wireless adapters, the DWA-556 can add or upgrade your desktop computer. The DWA-556 also includes a configuration utility to connect with a wireless access point or router for ...a better Internet experience with the latest wireless networking security protocols, including Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA/WPA2) support. D-Link DWA-556 User Manual 4 Powered by connecting this desktop adapter to prevent outside intrusion and protect your personal information from virtually anywhere ...
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Enable wireless connectivity on your Desktop PC computer with the DWA-556.With the performance of D-Link's Xtreme N® line of security for wireless authentication. With the DWA-556 in your data and communication than what has previously been available. • Total Performance - Environmental factors will... your Desktop PC, you can still communicate with WPA - Fully compatible with the 802.11g standards, the DWA-556 can connect with a much higher level of wireless products, the DWA-556 delivers an unsurpassed wireless experience. D-Link DWA-556 User Manual 5
Enable wireless connectivity on your Desktop PC computer with the DWA-556.With the performance of D-Link's Xtreme N® line of security for wireless authentication. With the DWA-556 in your data and communication than what has previously been available. • Total Performance - Environmental factors will... your Desktop PC, you can still communicate with WPA - Fully compatible with the 802.11g standards, the DWA-556 can connect with a much higher level of wireless products, the DWA-556 delivers an unsurpassed wireless experience. D-Link DWA-556 User Manual 5
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Section 1 - D-Link DWA-556 User Manual 6 This LED blinks during wireless data transmission. Product Overview Hardware Overview LEDs 1 1 WLAN LED A solid light indicates that wireless is ready.
Section 1 - D-Link DWA-556 User Manual 6 This LED blinks during wireless data transmission. Product Overview Hardware Overview LEDs 1 1 WLAN LED A solid light indicates that wireless is ready.
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... Start > Control Panel > Add or Remove Programs. Windows 2000 users: Click Start > Settings > Control Panel > Add or Remove Programs. D-Link DWA-556 User Manual 7 To remove any software is uninstalled before installing your new D-Link wireless adapter, please verify the following: • Remove any previous installations of the network(s) you want to connect to...
... Start > Control Panel > Add or Remove Programs. Windows 2000 users: Click Start > Settings > Control Panel > Add or Remove Programs. D-Link DWA-556 User Manual 7 To remove any software is uninstalled before installing your new D-Link wireless adapter, please verify the following: • Remove any previous installations of the network(s) you want to connect to...
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Installation Disable Other Wireless Adapters To prevent any unused Ethernet adapters). Click the Hardware tab and then click Device Manager. Scroll down the list and click the + sign to disable any wireless adapter (as well as any conflicts with the D-Link wireless adapter, it is recommended to the left of Network Adapters. D-Link DWA-556 User Manual 8 Right-click the adapter you would like to disable and select Disable. From the desktop, right-click on the My Computer icon and select Properties. Section 2 -
Installation Disable Other Wireless Adapters To prevent any unused Ethernet adapters). Click the Hardware tab and then click Device Manager. Scroll down the list and click the + sign to disable any wireless adapter (as well as any conflicts with the D-Link wireless adapter, it is recommended to the left of Network Adapters. D-Link DWA-556 User Manual 8 Right-click the adapter you would like to disable and select Disable. From the desktop, right-click on the My Computer icon and select Properties. Section 2 -
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D-Link DWA-556 User Manual 9 Disabling the adapter will be displayed. If you would like to disable the adapter. When disabled, a red X will not remove the drivers. Section 2 - The adapter is now disabled. Installation Click Yes to use the adapter, simply right-click it and select Enable.
D-Link DWA-556 User Manual 9 Disabling the adapter will be displayed. If you would like to disable the adapter. When disabled, a red X will not remove the drivers. Section 2 - The adapter is now disabled. Installation Click Yes to use the adapter, simply right-click it and select Enable.
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...2.4GHz cordless phones or X-10 (wireless products such as possible. Typical ranges vary depending on range. Building Materials make a difference. D-Link DWA-556 User Manual 10 Keep in mind that the number, thickness and location of at least 3-6 feet or 1-2 meters) from 3-90 feet... (radio frequency) noise in use. Try to a minimum - Make sure your wireless signal. 4. 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 ...
...2.4GHz cordless phones or X-10 (wireless products such as possible. Typical ranges vary depending on range. Building Materials make a difference. D-Link DWA-556 User Manual 10 Keep in mind that the number, thickness and location of at least 3-6 feet or 1-2 meters) from 3-90 feet... (radio frequency) noise in use. Try to a minimum - Make sure your wireless signal. 4. 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 ...
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... PCI Express Adapter into your CD-ROM drive). Turn on the computer and Insert the D-Link DWA-556 Driver CD in Windows Vista®. The step-by-step instructions that follow are similar for the other Windows operating systems. If the CD Autorun ..., go to begin. In the run box type "D:\ autorun.exe" (where D: represents the drive letter of your computer before installing the driver software from the D-Link CD. When the "Add New Hardware" wizard appears, click Cancel. The steps and screens are shown in the CD-ROM drive. D-Link DWA-556 User Manual 11
... PCI Express Adapter into your CD-ROM drive). Turn on the computer and Insert the D-Link DWA-556 Driver CD in Windows Vista®. The step-by-step instructions that follow are similar for the other Windows operating systems. If the CD Autorun ..., go to begin. In the run box type "D:\ autorun.exe" (where D: represents the drive letter of your computer before installing the driver software from the D-Link CD. When the "Add New Hardware" wizard appears, click Cancel. The steps and screens are shown in the CD-ROM drive. D-Link DWA-556 User Manual 11
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To install to continue. Click Next. Installation The InstallShield Wizard window will install to continue. Select the Program Files folder location. Click Next to a different location click Browse and specify the location. D-Link DWA-556 User Manual 12 By default setup will appear. Click Next to the default location: C:\Program Files\D-Link\DWA-556, where C: represents the drive letter of your hard drive. Section 2 -
To install to continue. Click Next. Installation The InstallShield Wizard window will install to continue. Select the Program Files folder location. Click Next to a different location click Browse and specify the location. D-Link DWA-556 User Manual 12 By default setup will appear. Click Next to the default location: C:\Program Files\D-Link\DWA-556, where C: represents the drive letter of your hard drive. Section 2 -
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Section 2 - D-Link DWA-556 User Manual 13 Click Next to a wireless network using Wi-Fi® Protected Setup (WPS). This may take 1-2 minutes. The following instructions will install. Installation The drivers will connect you want to manually connect to a wireless network, refer to page 14. The Wireless Connection Wizard will now appear. If you to continue.
Section 2 - D-Link DWA-556 User Manual 13 Click Next to a wireless network using Wi-Fi® Protected Setup (WPS). This may take 1-2 minutes. The following instructions will install. Installation The drivers will connect you want to manually connect to a wireless network, refer to page 14. The Wireless Connection Wizard will now appear. If you to continue.
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Installation Push Button Configuration (PBC) To connect to your wireless network. D-Link DWA-556 User Manual 14 When this screen appears, you have successfully connected to your setup. Click Finish to establish connectivity. Press the WPS button on your access point or wireless router within 2 minutes to complete your network using the WPS push button configuration method, click the virtual button as shown in the screenshot. Section 2 -
Installation Push Button Configuration (PBC) To connect to your wireless network. D-Link DWA-556 User Manual 14 When this screen appears, you have successfully connected to your setup. Click Finish to establish connectivity. Press the WPS button on your access point or wireless router within 2 minutes to complete your network using the WPS push button configuration method, click the virtual button as shown in the screenshot. Section 2 -
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Section 2 - Installation Click Finish to complete your setup. D-Link DWA-556 User Manual 15
Section 2 - Installation Click Finish to complete your setup. D-Link DWA-556 User Manual 15
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If you enter the SSID incorrectly, you will automatically be brought to display the site survey page. Click Scan to the site survey page. Click Next to a wireless network and then click Next. Installation Manual Connect To manually connect to your wireless network, select Manually connect to continue. Section 2 - Enter the network name (SSID) manually. D-Link DWA-556 User Manual 16
If you enter the SSID incorrectly, you will automatically be brought to display the site survey page. Click Scan to the site survey page. Click Next to a wireless network and then click Next. Installation Manual Connect To manually connect to your wireless network, select Manually connect to continue. Section 2 - Enter the network name (SSID) manually. D-Link DWA-556 User Manual 16
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Please enter the encryption key and click Next. Click Finish to restart my computer now. If you are prompted to reboot your computer, select Yes, I want to continue. Installation Click the Scan button to display a list of wireless networks (site survey). Click on the network name (SSID) and click Next. Section 2 - D-Link DWA-556 User Manual 17
Please enter the encryption key and click Next. Click Finish to restart my computer now. If you are prompted to reboot your computer, select Yes, I want to continue. Installation Click the Scan button to display a list of wireless networks (site survey). Click on the network name (SSID) and click Next. Section 2 - D-Link DWA-556 User Manual 17
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... Wireless Connection Manager icon on the desktop will show you are using Windows® 7, Vista®, or XP, please skip to configure your desktop. Section 3 - D-Link DWA-556 User Manual 18 Configuration Configuration This section will start the Configuration. If you how to pages 25, 26 or 27 respectively. The manager provides the... user an easy interface to change any settings related to the wireless adapter. Clicking on the Wireless Connection Manager icon on your new D-Link wireless adapter using the D-Link Utility as well as the management software.
... Wireless Connection Manager icon on the desktop will show you are using Windows® 7, Vista®, or XP, please skip to configure your desktop. Section 3 - D-Link DWA-556 User Manual 18 Configuration Configuration This section will start the Configuration. If you how to pages 25, 26 or 27 respectively. The manager provides the... user an easy interface to change any settings related to the wireless adapter. Clicking on the Wireless Connection Manager icon on your new D-Link wireless adapter using the D-Link Utility as well as the management software.
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... window will display all wireless networks that are available in your area. If the network is secure, a pop-up to 30 seconds to connect. D-Link DWA-556 User Manual 19 Configuration Wireless Networks The Wireless Networks (Site Survey) page will appear. Refer to a network, simply highlight the wireless network (SSID) .... You must know the encryption key/security settings to the Wireless Security section for available wireless networks in your area. Signal: Displays the Link Quality of the wireless network. Enter the security information to connect (refer to connect.
... window will display all wireless networks that are available in your area. If the network is secure, a pop-up to 30 seconds to connect. D-Link DWA-556 User Manual 19 Configuration Wireless Networks The Wireless Networks (Site Survey) page will appear. Refer to a network, simply highlight the wireless network (SSID) .... You must know the encryption key/security settings to the Wireless Security section for available wireless networks in your area. Signal: Displays the Link Quality of the wireless network. Enter the security information to connect (refer to connect.
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... to the wireless network. Allow up to 30 seconds to connect to page 21). Modify: Click Modify to edit a current profile (refer to remove a profile. D-Link DWA-556 User Manual 20 Configuration My Wireless Networks The My Wireless Networks page will allow you connect to a network using the Wireless Networks page, a profile will...
... to the wireless network. Allow up to 30 seconds to connect to page 21). Modify: Click Modify to edit a current profile (refer to remove a profile. D-Link DWA-556 User Manual 20 Configuration My Wireless Networks The My Wireless Networks page will allow you connect to a network using the Wireless Networks page, a profile will...
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Section 3 - Profile Name: Enter a name for more information. D-Link DWA-556 User Manual 21 SSID: Enter the SSID of security used. Please refer to save your profile (e.g. OK Button: Click OK to the Wireless Security section ...
Section 3 - Profile Name: Enter a name for more information. D-Link DWA-556 User Manual 21 SSID: Enter the SSID of security used. Please refer to save your profile (e.g. OK Button: Click OK to the Wireless Security section ...
