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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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...range. Maximize wireless performance by simply utilizing your most frequently accessed networks. Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of stringing Ethernet cables to your PC or dismantling your desktop computer case, the DWA-140 can enable Draft 802.11n wireless connectivity by connecting this USB....11g and Draft 802.11n specifications. You'll be able to configure this USB Adapter to your personal information from virtually anywhere in bigger homes and for desktop or notebook PCs. D-Link DWA-140 User Manual The DWA-140 is great for travel and a...
...range. Maximize wireless performance by simply utilizing your most frequently accessed networks. Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of stringing Ethernet cables to your PC or dismantling your desktop computer case, the DWA-140 can enable Draft 802.11n wireless connectivity by connecting this USB....11g and Draft 802.11n specifications. You'll be able to configure this USB Adapter to your personal information from virtually anywhere in bigger homes and for desktop or notebook PCs. D-Link DWA-140 User Manual The DWA-140 is great for travel and a...
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... 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 You may also use 802.1x for your workspace to a wireless network using WPA/WPA2 (Wi-Fi Protected Access...
... 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 You may also use 802.1x for your workspace to a wireless network using WPA/WPA2 (Wi-Fi Protected Access...
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Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Overview USB Port Used to connect the DWA-140 to your computer. D-Link DWA-140 User Manual
Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Overview USB Port Used to connect the DWA-140 to your computer. D-Link DWA-140 User Manual
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...the utilities are not set to Remove Existing Installations If you through the installation process. Getting Started Before installing your new D-Link wireless adapter, please verify the following: • Remove any previous installations of wireless adapters • Disable any built-in... before installing the new software. Installation Installation This section will walk you 've installed a different manufacture's adapter or a different model D-Link adapter, make sure any old software: Windows® XP/Vista™ users: Click Start > Control Panel > Add or Remove Programs...
...the utilities are not set to Remove Existing Installations If you through the installation process. Getting Started Before installing your new D-Link wireless adapter, please verify the following: • Remove any previous installations of wireless adapters • Disable any built-in... before installing the new software. Installation Installation This section will walk you 've installed a different manufacture's adapter or a different model D-Link adapter, make sure any old software: Windows® XP/Vista™ users: Click Start > Control Panel > Add or Remove Programs...
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To prevent any conflicts with the D-Link wireless adapter, it is recommended to the left of Network Adapters. From the desktop, right-click on the My Computer icon and select Properties. Click the Hardware tab and then click Device Manager. D-Link DWA-140 User Manual Scroll down the list and click the + sign to disable the wireless adapter (as well as any unused Ethernet adapters). 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. Section 2 -
To prevent any conflicts with the D-Link wireless adapter, it is recommended to the left of Network Adapters. From the desktop, right-click on the My Computer icon and select Properties. Click the Hardware tab and then click Device Manager. D-Link DWA-140 User Manual Scroll down the list and click the + sign to disable the wireless adapter (as well as any unused Ethernet adapters). 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. Section 2 -
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If you would like to disable the adapter. When disabled, a red X will not remove the drivers. Disabling the adapter will be displayed. Installation Click Yes to use the adapter, simply right-click it and select Enable. Section 2 - D-Link DWA-140 User Manual The adapter is now disabled.
If you would like to disable the adapter. When disabled, a red X will not remove the drivers. Disabling the adapter will be displayed. Installation Click Yes to use the adapter, simply right-click it and select Enable. Section 2 - D-Link DWA-140 User Manual The adapter is now disabled.
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... 2.4GHz phone base is 1.5 feet thick (.5 meters), at least 3-6 feet or 1-2 meters) from virtually anywhere within the operating range of walls and ceilings between network devices. A wall that is as possible. Building Materials make a difference. Make sure your wireless signal... on range. Try to maximizing wireless range is minimized. 2. Materials and objects such as ceiling fans, lights, and home security systems), your devices so that the number of at an angle) for better reception. 3. Installation Wireless Installation Considerations The D-Link wireless ...
... 2.4GHz phone base is 1.5 feet thick (.5 meters), at least 3-6 feet or 1-2 meters) from virtually anywhere within the operating range of walls and ceilings between network devices. A wall that is as possible. Building Materials make a difference. Make sure your wireless signal... on range. Try to maximizing wireless range is minimized. 2. Materials and objects such as ceiling fans, lights, and home security systems), your devices so that the number of at an angle) for better reception. 3. Installation Wireless Installation Considerations The D-Link wireless ...
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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. D-Link DWA-140 User Manual 11 Section 2 - In the run box type "D:\DWA-140.exe" (where D: represents the drive letter of your computer, go to Start > Run. Installation Adapter Installation Warning: Do NOT install the DWA-140 USB Adapter into your computer before installing the driver software from the D-Link CD. Turn on your CD-ROM drive). When the autorun screen appears, click Install Drivers.
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. D-Link DWA-140 User Manual 11 Section 2 - In the run box type "D:\DWA-140.exe" (where D: represents the drive letter of your computer, go to Start > Run. Installation Adapter Installation Warning: Do NOT install the DWA-140 USB Adapter into your computer before installing the driver software from the D-Link CD. Turn on your CD-ROM drive). When the autorun screen appears, click Install Drivers.
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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 Section 2 - Click Next Select the Program Files folder location. 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 Section 2 - Click Next Select the Program Files folder location. 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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The following instructions will now appear. 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). Click Next D-Link DWA-140 User Manual 13 If the Found New Hardware Wizard appears, click Cancel. If you to page 15. Installation Insert the adapter into an available USB port on your computer. Section 2 -
The following instructions will now appear. 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). Click Next D-Link DWA-140 User Manual 13 If the Found New Hardware Wizard appears, click Cancel. If you to page 15. Installation Insert the adapter into an available USB port on your computer. Section 2 -
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Press the WPS button on your setup. Click Next to complete your access point or wireless router within 2 minutes to establish connectivity. 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. Click Next D-Link DWA-140 User Manual 14 When this screen appears, you have successfully connected to your wireless network. Section 2 -
Press the WPS button on your setup. Click Next to complete your access point or wireless router within 2 minutes to establish connectivity. 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. Click Next D-Link DWA-140 User Manual 14 When this screen appears, you have successfully connected to your wireless network. Section 2 -
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Section 2 - Click Scan to a wireless network and then click Next. Installation To manually connect to your wireless network, select Manually connect to display the site survey page. Click Next D-Link DWA-140 User Manual 15 If you enter the SSID incorrectly, you will automatically be brought to display a list of wireless networks (site survey). Click Next Enter the network name (SSID) manually. Click Next Click the Scan button to the site survey page. Click on the network name (SSID) and click Next.
Section 2 - Click Scan to a wireless network and then click Next. Installation To manually connect to your wireless network, select Manually connect to display the site survey page. Click Next D-Link DWA-140 User Manual 15 If you enter the SSID incorrectly, you will automatically be brought to display a list of wireless networks (site survey). Click Next Enter the network name (SSID) manually. Click Next Click the Scan button to the site survey page. Click on the network name (SSID) and click Next.
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Click Next Click Finish to your setup. Click Finish D-Link DWA-140 User Manual 16 Installation When this screen appears, you are successfully connected to continue. Section 2 - If you are prompted to reboot your computer, select Yes, I want to complete your wireless network. Click Next to restart my computer now.
Click Next Click Finish to your setup. Click Finish D-Link DWA-140 User Manual 16 Installation When this screen appears, you are successfully connected to continue. Section 2 - If you are prompted to reboot your computer, select Yes, I want to complete your wireless network. Click Next to restart my computer now.
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...140 uses the Wireless Connection Manager as the Windows® XP Zero Configuration Utility. 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. If you... how to configure your desktop. 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. The manager provides the user an easy interface to change any settings related to page 29. Configuration...
...140 uses the Wireless Connection Manager as the Windows® XP Zero Configuration Utility. 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. If you... how to configure your desktop. 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. The manager provides the user an easy interface to change any settings related to page 29. Configuration...
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...wireless network profile from the drop-down menu and click Activate to a network, simply highlight the wireless network (SSID) and click Connect. D-Link DWA-140 User Manual 18 SSID: The SSID (Service Set Identifier) is secure.You must know the encryption key/security settings to connect.... Channel: Displays the channel of the wireless connection. Connect Button: Highlight a wireless network and click the Connect button. Signal: Displays the Link Quality of the wireless network. If the network is secure, a pop-up to 30 seconds to connect. Section 3 - MAC: Displays the...
...wireless network profile from the drop-down menu and click Activate to a network, simply highlight the wireless network (SSID) and click Connect. D-Link DWA-140 User Manual 18 SSID: The SSID (Service Set Identifier) is secure.You must know the encryption key/security settings to connect.... Channel: Displays the channel of the wireless connection. Connect Button: Highlight a wireless network and click the Connect button. Signal: Displays the Link Quality of the wireless network. If the network is secure, a pop-up to 30 seconds to connect. Section 3 - MAC: Displays the...
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... with the intended wireless network. It is designed for more information on the access point or wireless router within 120 seconds. Refer to page 14. D-Link DWA-140 User Manual 19 Refer to the next page for easy setup of the WPS-enabled wireless router or access point connects you to...
... with the intended wireless network. It is designed for more information on the access point or wireless router within 120 seconds. Refer to page 14. D-Link DWA-140 User Manual 19 Refer to the next page for easy setup of the WPS-enabled wireless router or access point connects you to...
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... your access point or wireless router. Write down the number on the screen. Click Next Make sure your access point or wireless router. Click Next D-Link DWA-140 User Manual 20
... your access point or wireless router. Write down the number on the screen. Click Next Make sure your access point or wireless router. Click Next D-Link DWA-140 User Manual 20
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When this screen appears, you have successfully established connectivity. Section 3 - Click Finish D-Link DWA-140 User Manual 21 Click Finish to your setup. Configuration The adapter will try to establish connectivity to complete your access point or wireless router.
When this screen appears, you have successfully established connectivity. Section 3 - Click Finish D-Link DWA-140 User Manual 21 Click Finish to your setup. Configuration The adapter will try to establish connectivity to complete your access point or wireless router.