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... Overview 6 Installation 7 Getting Started 7 Remove Existing Installations 7 Disable Other Wireless Adapters 8 Wireless Installation Considerations 10 Adapter Installation 11 Configuration 17 D-Link Wireless Connection Manager 17 Wireless Networks 18 Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS 19 My Wireless Networks 22 Add Profile 23 Modify Profile 24 Support 25...® XP 29 Wireless Security 30 What is WPA 30 Configure WPA/WPA2 Passphrase 31 Using the D-Link Connection Manager 31 Using Windows® Vista 33 Using the Windows® XP Utility 35 Configure WPA/WPA2 (RADIUS 37 Using...
... Overview 6 Installation 7 Getting Started 7 Remove Existing Installations 7 Disable Other Wireless Adapters 8 Wireless Installation Considerations 10 Adapter Installation 11 Configuration 17 D-Link Wireless Connection Manager 17 Wireless Networks 18 Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS 19 My Wireless Networks 22 Add Profile 23 Modify Profile 24 Support 25...® XP 29 Wireless Security 30 What is WPA 30 Configure WPA/WPA2 Passphrase 31 Using the D-Link Connection Manager 31 Using Windows® Vista 33 Using the Windows® XP Utility 35 Configure WPA/WPA2 (RADIUS 37 Using...
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Section 1 - Product Overview PPraocdkuacgteOCvoenrtevnietsw • D-Link DWA-140 RangeBooster N™ 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™, 2000 (Service Pack 4) or XP (Service Pack 2) •...
Section 1 - Product Overview PPraocdkuacgteOCvoenrtevnietsw • D-Link DWA-140 RangeBooster N™ 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™, 2000 (Service Pack 4) or XP (Service Pack 2) •...
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...convenient wireless connectivity solution for desktop or notebook PCs. Maximize wireless performance by -step through the installation process. D-Link's Quick Setup Wizard guides you . The D-Link Wireless Manager is great for travel and a convenient solution for those that demand higher networking. Enjoy the many ... without having to help you step-by connecting this USB Adapter to your desktop or notebook PC's USB port. Compact in size, robust in the home. Actual data throughput will adversely affect wireless signal range. Powered by simply utilizing your desktop or notebook PC....
...convenient wireless connectivity solution for desktop or notebook PCs. Maximize wireless performance by -step through the installation process. D-Link's Quick Setup Wizard guides you . The D-Link Wireless Manager is great for travel and a convenient solution for those that demand higher networking. Enjoy the many ... without having to help you step-by connecting this USB Adapter to your desktop or notebook PC's USB port. Compact in size, robust in the home. Actual data throughput will adversely affect wireless signal range. Powered by simply utilizing your desktop or notebook PC....
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....1x for your data and communication than has previously been available. Section 1 - 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. D-Link DWA-140 User Manual Product Overview Features • Compact size for placement anywhere. • Convenience of security for...
....1x for your data and communication than has previously been available. Section 1 - 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. D-Link DWA-140 User Manual Product Overview Features • Compact size for placement anywhere. • Convenience of security for...
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Section 1 - D-Link DWA-140 User Manual Product Overview Hardware Overview USB Port Used to connect the DWA-140 to your computer.
Section 1 - D-Link DWA-140 User Manual Product Overview Hardware Overview USB Port Used to connect the DWA-140 to your computer.
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... the installation process. Also, if you 've installed a different manufacture's adapter or a different model D-Link adapter, make sure the utilities are not set to load when your new D-Link wireless adapter, please verify the following: • Remove any previous installations of the network(s) you want ... Start > Control Panel > Add or Remove Programs. Windows® 2000 users: Click Start > Settings > Control Panel > Add or Remove Programs. D-Link DWA-140 User Manual Section 2 - Some utilities may use multiple adapters at different times, make sure the software is uninstalled.
... the installation process. Also, if you 've installed a different manufacture's adapter or a different model D-Link adapter, make sure the utilities are not set to load when your new D-Link wireless adapter, please verify the following: • Remove any previous installations of the network(s) you want ... Start > Control Panel > Add or Remove Programs. Windows® 2000 users: Click Start > Settings > Control Panel > Add or Remove Programs. D-Link DWA-140 User Manual Section 2 - Some utilities may use multiple adapters at different times, make sure the software is uninstalled.
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From the desktop, right-click on the My Computer icon and select Properties. 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). Installation Disable Other Wireless Adapters Most newer laptops may include a built-in wireless adapter. Click the Hardware tab and then click Device Manager. D-Link DWA-140 User Manual Section 2 - 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. 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). Installation Disable Other Wireless Adapters Most newer laptops may include a built-in wireless adapter. Click the Hardware tab and then click Device Manager. D-Link DWA-140 User Manual Section 2 - Right-click the adapter you would like to disable and select Disable.
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When disabled, a red X will not remove the drivers. Disabling the adapter will be displayed. If you would like to disable the adapter. The adapter is now disabled. Installation Click Yes to use the adapter, simply right-click it and select Enable. D-Link DWA-140 User Manual Section 2 -
When disabled, a red X will not remove the drivers. Disabling the adapter will be displayed. If you would like to disable the adapter. The adapter is now disabled. Installation Click Yes to use the adapter, simply right-click it and select Enable. D-Link DWA-140 User Manual Section 2 -
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...), your devices so that the number of the direct line between the D-Link adapter and other objects that the wireless signals must pass through, may limit the range.Typical ranges vary depending on range. A solid metal door or aluminum studs may degrade dramatically or drop completely.... Make sure your wireless network. The key to maximizing wireless range is minimized. 2. A wall that generate RF noise. 5. D-Link DWA-140 User Manual 10 Keep the number of your 2.4GHz phone base is 1.5 feet thick (.5 meters),...
...), your devices so that the number of the direct line between the D-Link adapter and other objects that the wireless signals must pass through, may limit the range.Typical ranges vary depending on range. A solid metal door or aluminum studs may degrade dramatically or drop completely.... Make sure your wireless network. The key to maximizing wireless range is minimized. 2. A wall that generate RF noise. 5. D-Link DWA-140 User Manual 10 Keep the number of your 2.4GHz phone base is 1.5 feet thick (.5 meters),...
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Section 2 - Turn on your computer, go to Start > Run. D-Link DWA-140 User Manual 11 Installation Adapter Installation Warning: Do NOT install the DWA-140 USB Adapter into your CD-ROM drive). If the CD Autorun function does not automatically start on the computer and Insert the D-Link DWA-140 Driver CD in the CD-ROM drive. In the run box type "D:\DWA-140.exe" (where D: represents the drive letter of 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 computer, go to Start > Run. D-Link DWA-140 User Manual 11 Installation Adapter Installation Warning: Do NOT install the DWA-140 USB Adapter into your CD-ROM drive). If the CD Autorun function does not automatically start on the computer and Insert the D-Link DWA-140 Driver CD in the CD-ROM drive. In the run box type "D:\DWA-140.exe" (where D: represents the drive letter of your computer before installing the driver software from the D-Link CD. When the autorun screen appears, click Install Drivers.
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Click Next Select the Program Files folder location. 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-140, where C: represents the drive letter of your hard drive. Click Next D-Link DWA-140 User Manual 12
Click Next Select the Program Files folder location. 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-140, where C: represents the drive letter of your hard drive. Click Next D-Link DWA-140 User Manual 12
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If you to page 15. Click Next D-Link DWA-140 User Manual 13 Section 2 - The following instructions will now appear. If the Found New Hardware Wizard appears, click Cancel. 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). Installation Insert the adapter into an available USB port on your computer.
If you to page 15. Click Next D-Link DWA-140 User Manual 13 Section 2 - The following instructions will now appear. If the Found New Hardware Wizard appears, click Cancel. 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). Installation Insert the adapter into an available USB port on your computer.
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Click Next to complete your access point or wireless router within 2 minutes to establish connectivity. Click Next D-Link DWA-140 User Manual 14 Press the WPS button on your setup. When this screen appears, you have successfully connected to your wireless network. Installation Push Button Configuration (PBC) To connect to your network using the WPS push button configuration method, click the virtual button as shown in the screenshot. Section 2 -
Click Next to complete your access point or wireless router within 2 minutes to establish connectivity. Click Next D-Link DWA-140 User Manual 14 Press the WPS button on your setup. When this screen appears, you have successfully connected to your wireless network. Installation Push Button Configuration (PBC) To connect to your network using the WPS push button configuration method, click the virtual button as shown in the screenshot. Section 2 -
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Click Next Enter the network name (SSID) manually. Click on the network name (SSID) and click Next. Click Scan to a wireless network and then click Next. Section 2 - Installation To manually connect to your wireless network, select Manually connect to display the site survey page. If you enter the SSID incorrectly, you will automatically be brought to display a list of wireless networks (site survey). Click Next D-Link DWA-140 User Manual 15 Click Next Click the Scan button to the site survey page.
Click Next Enter the network name (SSID) manually. Click on the network name (SSID) and click Next. Click Scan to a wireless network and then click Next. Section 2 - Installation To manually connect to your wireless network, select Manually connect to display the site survey page. If you enter the SSID incorrectly, you will automatically be brought to display a list of wireless networks (site survey). Click Next D-Link DWA-140 User Manual 15 Click Next Click the Scan button to the site survey page.
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Section 2 - Click Next to complete your computer, select Yes, I want to reboot your setup. Click Finish D-Link DWA-140 User Manual 16 If you are prompted to restart my computer now. Click Next Click Finish to your wireless network. Installation When this screen appears, you are successfully connected to continue.
Section 2 - Click Next to complete your computer, select Yes, I want to reboot your setup. Click Finish D-Link DWA-140 User Manual 16 If you are prompted to restart my computer now. Click Next Click Finish to your wireless network. Installation When this screen appears, you are successfully connected to continue.
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...provides the user an easy interface to change any settings related to page 29. If you how to configure your desktop. D-Link Wireless Connection Manager The D-Link DWA-140 uses the Wireless Connection Manager as the Windows® XP Zero Configuration Utility. Section 3 - Clicking on the ...Wireless Connection Manager icon on your new D-Link wireless adapter using Windows® Vista™ please skip to page 27 or Windows® XP skip to the wireless adapter. Double-click...
...provides the user an easy interface to change any settings related to page 29. If you how to configure your desktop. D-Link Wireless Connection Manager The D-Link DWA-140 uses the Wireless Connection Manager as the Windows® XP Zero Configuration Utility. Section 3 - Clicking on the ...Wireless Connection Manager icon on your new D-Link wireless adapter using Windows® Vista™ please skip to page 27 or Windows® XP skip to the wireless adapter. Double-click...
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... page. Channel: Displays the channel of the wireless network. Refer to connect. MAC: Displays the MAC address of the wireless connection. Section 3 - Signal: Displays the Link Quality of the wireless device. D-Link DWA-140 User Manual 18
... page. Channel: Displays the channel of the wireless network. Refer to connect. MAC: Displays the MAC address of the wireless connection. Section 3 - Signal: Displays the Link Quality of the wireless device. D-Link DWA-140 User Manual 18
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Refer to other WPS-enabled devices. D-Link DWA-140 User Manual 19 "Push Button Configuration" (PBC) is a unique number generated randomly by clicking on the virtual button, then pushing the physical button ...
Refer to other WPS-enabled devices. D-Link DWA-140 User Manual 19 "Push Button Configuration" (PBC) is a unique number generated randomly by clicking on the virtual button, then pushing the physical button ...
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... PIN method, select PIN (Personal Identification Number) and click Next. Enter this number in your access point or wireless router is close by. Click Next D-Link DWA-140 User Manual 20 Click Next Make sure your access point or wireless router. Section 3 - Configuration Personal Identification Number (PIN) If you will have...
... PIN method, select PIN (Personal Identification Number) and click Next. Enter this number in your access point or wireless router is close by. Click Next D-Link DWA-140 User Manual 20 Click Next Make sure your access point or wireless router. Section 3 - Configuration Personal Identification Number (PIN) If you will have...
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Configuration The adapter will try to establish connectivity to complete your access point or wireless router. Click Finish D-Link DWA-140 User Manual 21 Click Finish to your setup. When this screen appears, you have successfully established connectivity. Section 3 -
Configuration The adapter will try to establish connectivity to complete your access point or wireless router. Click Finish D-Link DWA-140 User Manual 21 Click Finish to your setup. When this screen appears, you have successfully established connectivity. Section 3 -