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...Adapters 8 Wireless Installation Considerations 10 Adapter Installation 11 Wi-Fi® Protected Setup (WPS 17 Configuration 20 D-Link Wireless Connection Manager 20 Wireless Networks 21 My Wireless Networks 25 Add Profile 26 Modify Profile 27 Support...28 ... Vista 39 Using the Windows® XP Utility 41 Configure WPA/WPA2 (RADIUS 43 Using the D-Link Wireless Connection Manager 43 Troubleshooting 44 Windows® 7 Troubleshooting 48 Wireless Basics 50 Wireless Modes 54 Networking...56 Windows 7/Vista® Users 57 Technical Specifications 58 D-Link DWA-121 User Manual 2
...Adapters 8 Wireless Installation Considerations 10 Adapter Installation 11 Wi-Fi® Protected Setup (WPS 17 Configuration 20 D-Link Wireless Connection Manager 20 Wireless Networks 21 My Wireless Networks 25 Add Profile 26 Modify Profile 27 Support...28 ... Vista 39 Using the Windows® XP Utility 41 Configure WPA/WPA2 (RADIUS 43 Using the D-Link Wireless Connection Manager 43 Troubleshooting 44 Windows® 7 Troubleshooting 48 Wireless Basics 50 Wireless Modes 54 Networking...56 Windows 7/Vista® Users 57 Technical Specifications 58 D-Link DWA-121 User Manual 2
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Section 1 - Product Overview PProacdkuacgteOCvoentrevnietsw D-Link DWA-121 Wireless N 150 Pico USB Adapter Manual and Software on CD Quick Installation Guide System Requirements • A computer or laptop with an available USB 2.0 port • Windows® 7, Vista®, XP (Service Pack 2) • CD-ROM Drive • 300MHz processor and at least 64MB of RAM • A 802.11n or 802.11g access point or wireless router D-Link DWA-121 User Manual 3
Section 1 - Product Overview PProacdkuacgteOCvoentrevnietsw D-Link DWA-121 Wireless N 150 Pico USB Adapter Manual and Software on CD Quick Installation Guide System Requirements • A computer or laptop with an available USB 2.0 port • Windows® 7, Vista®, XP (Service Pack 2) • CD-ROM Drive • 300MHz processor and at least 64MB of RAM • A 802.11n or 802.11g access point or wireless router D-Link DWA-121 User Manual 3
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...-by connecting this USB Adapter without having any difficulties. You'll be able to prevent outside intrusion and protect your desktop or notebook PC. D-Link DWA-121 User Manual 4 The D-Link Wireless Manager is great for travel and a convenient solution for providing high performance wireless connectivity to a Wireless N™ router and stay connected from...
...-by connecting this USB Adapter without having any difficulties. You'll be able to prevent outside intrusion and protect your desktop or notebook PC. D-Link DWA-121 User Manual 4 The D-Link Wireless Manager is great for travel and a convenient solution for providing high performance wireless connectivity to a Wireless N™ router and stay connected from...
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Product Overview Features • Compact size for your data and communication than has previously been available. • Position the DWA-121 almost anywhere in your workspace to a wireless network using WPA/WPA2 (Wi-Fi Protected Access) providing you a much higher level of security for placement anywhere ... 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-121 User Manual 5 Section 1 -
Product Overview Features • Compact size for your data and communication than has previously been available. • Position the DWA-121 almost anywhere in your workspace to a wireless network using WPA/WPA2 (Wi-Fi Protected Access) providing you a much higher level of security for placement anywhere ... 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-121 User Manual 5 Section 1 -
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D-Link DWA-121 User Manual 6 Product Overview Hardware Overview 1 1 USB Connector Used to connect the DWA-121 to your computer. Section 1 -
D-Link DWA-121 User Manual 6 Product Overview Hardware Overview 1 1 USB Connector Used to connect the DWA-121 to your computer. Section 1 -
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... > Control Panel > Add or Remove Programs. Windows 2000 users: Click Start > Settings > Control Panel > Add or Remove Programs. D-Link DWA-121 User Manual 7 Windows® 7, Vista® and XP users may cause a conflict with the new software. Getting Started Before installing your new... make sure the utilities are not set to Remove Existing Installations If you've installed a different manufacture's adapter or a different model D-Link adapter, make sure the software is uninstalled. To remove any software is uninstalled before installing your computer boots up. If you have ...
... > Control Panel > Add or Remove Programs. Windows 2000 users: Click Start > Settings > Control Panel > Add or Remove Programs. D-Link DWA-121 User Manual 7 Windows® 7, Vista® and XP users may cause a conflict with the new software. Getting Started Before installing your new... make sure the utilities are not set to Remove Existing Installations If you've installed a different manufacture's adapter or a different model D-Link adapter, make sure the software is uninstalled. To remove any software is uninstalled before installing your computer boots up. If you have ...
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Right-click the adapter you would like to disable the wireless adapter (as well as any unused Ethernet adapters). To prevent any conflicts with the D-Link wireless adapter, it is recommended to disable and select Disable. Scroll down the list and click the + sign to the left of Network Adapters. D-Link DWA-121 User Manual 8 From the desktop, right-click on the My Computer icon and select Manage. Installation Disable Other Wireless Adapters Most newer laptops may include a built-in wireless adapter. Section 2 - Then, click Device Manager.
Right-click the adapter you would like to disable the wireless adapter (as well as any unused Ethernet adapters). To prevent any conflicts with the D-Link wireless adapter, it is recommended to disable and select Disable. Scroll down the list and click the + sign to the left of Network Adapters. D-Link DWA-121 User Manual 8 From the desktop, right-click on the My Computer icon and select Manage. Installation Disable Other Wireless Adapters Most newer laptops may include a built-in wireless adapter. Section 2 - Then, click Device Manager.
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When disabled, a red X will not remove the drivers. Installation Click Yes to use the adapter, simply right-click it and select Enable. The adapter is now disabled. If you would like to disable the adapter. D-Link DWA-121 User Manual 9 Disabling the adapter will be displayed. Section 2 -
When disabled, a red X will not remove the drivers. Installation Click Yes to use the adapter, simply right-click it and select Enable. The adapter is now disabled. If you would like to disable the adapter. D-Link DWA-121 User Manual 9 Disabling the adapter will be displayed. Section 2 -
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...Make sure your wireless devices as far away from electrical devices or appliances that the signal passes through drywall or open doorways. D-Link DWA-121 User Manual 10 The key to maximizing wireless range is as possible. A wall that the wireless signals must pass through a... angle appears to follow these basic guidelines: 1. Typical ranges vary depending on range. Section 2 - Installation Wireless Installation Considerations The D-Link wireless adapter lets you are using a wireless connection from 3-90 feet (1-30 meters.) Position your home or business. Position devices so...
...Make sure your wireless devices as far away from electrical devices or appliances that the signal passes through drywall or open doorways. D-Link DWA-121 User Manual 10 The key to maximizing wireless range is as possible. A wall that the wireless signals must pass through a... angle appears to follow these basic guidelines: 1. Typical ranges vary depending on range. Section 2 - Installation Wireless Installation Considerations The D-Link wireless adapter lets you are using a wireless connection from 3-90 feet (1-30 meters.) Position your home or business. Position devices so...
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When the autorun screen appears, click Install Drivers. Turn on your CD-ROM drive). In the run box type "D:\Autorun.exe" (where D: represents the drive letter of your computer, go to Start > Run. D-Link DWA-121 User Manual 11 Section 2 - If the CD Autorun function does not automatically start on the computer and Insert the D-Link DWA-121 Driver CD in the CD-ROM drive. Installation Adapter Installation Warning: Do NOT install the DWA-121 Wireless N 150 Pico USB Adapter into your computer before installing the driver software from the D-Link CD.
When the autorun screen appears, click Install Drivers. Turn on your CD-ROM drive). In the run box type "D:\Autorun.exe" (where D: represents the drive letter of your computer, go to Start > Run. D-Link DWA-121 User Manual 11 Section 2 - If the CD Autorun function does not automatically start on the computer and Insert the D-Link DWA-121 Driver CD in the CD-ROM drive. Installation Adapter Installation Warning: Do NOT install the DWA-121 Wireless N 150 Pico USB Adapter into your computer before installing the driver software from the D-Link CD.
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D-Link DWA-121 User Manual 12 Section 2 - Installation Please select your language from the list and click Next to continue. The InstallShield Wizard window will appear.
D-Link DWA-121 User Manual 12 Section 2 - Installation Please select your language from the list and click Next to continue. The InstallShield Wizard window will appear.
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If the Found New Hardware Wizard appears, click Cancel. D-Link DWA-121 User Manual 13 Section 2 - Installation Select the new folder or an existing folder that you would like the installation Wizard to add program icons to and then click Next. Insert the adapter into an available USB port on your computer.
If the Found New Hardware Wizard appears, click Cancel. D-Link DWA-121 User Manual 13 Section 2 - Installation Select the new folder or an existing folder that you would like the installation Wizard to add program icons to and then click Next. Insert the adapter into an available USB port on your computer.
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D-Link DWA-121 User Manual 14 To manually connect to your new software installation. Section 2 - Installation Please wait while the installation wizard configures your wireless network, select Manually connect to a wireless network and then click Next.
D-Link DWA-121 User Manual 14 To manually connect to your new software installation. Section 2 - Installation Please wait while the installation wizard configures your wireless network, select Manually connect to a wireless network and then click Next.
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Enter the network name (SSID) manually. If you enter the SSID incorrectly, you will be directed to a wireless network and then click Next. D-Link DWA-121 User Manual 15 Installation To manually connect to your wireless network, select Manually connect to the site survey page. Section 2 - Click Scan to display the site survey page or click Next to continue.
Enter the network name (SSID) manually. If you enter the SSID incorrectly, you will be directed to a wireless network and then click Next. D-Link DWA-121 User Manual 15 Installation To manually connect to your wireless network, select Manually connect to the site survey page. Section 2 - Click Scan to display the site survey page or click Next to continue.
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If you are prompted to reboot your computer, select Yes, I want to continue. Click on the network name (SSID) and click Next. D-Link DWA-121 User Manual 16 Click Finish to restart my computer now. Section 2 - Installation Click the Scan button to display a list of wireless networks (site survey).
If you are prompted to reboot your computer, select Yes, I want to continue. Click on the network name (SSID) and click Next. D-Link DWA-121 User Manual 16 Click Finish to restart my computer now. Section 2 - Installation Click the Scan button to display a list of wireless networks (site survey).
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It is designed for simplified Wireless connection and click Next. D-Link DWA-121 User Manual 17 For more information on WPS, visit the Wi-Fi Alliance website at www.wi-fi.org. Section 2 - Installation Wi-Fi® Protected Setup (WPS) Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) System is recommended to have the access point or wireless router nearby during setup. To begin the WPS setup, select the option the Use the WiFi Protected Setup (WPS) wizard for easy setup of security-enabled Wi-Fi networks.
It is designed for simplified Wireless connection and click Next. D-Link DWA-121 User Manual 17 For more information on WPS, visit the Wi-Fi Alliance website at www.wi-fi.org. Section 2 - Installation Wi-Fi® Protected Setup (WPS) Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) System is recommended to have the access point or wireless router nearby during setup. To begin the WPS setup, select the option the Use the WiFi Protected Setup (WPS) wizard for easy setup of security-enabled Wi-Fi networks.
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Installation Press the WPS button located on the right side of the Router/ Access point until it is lit and click on the virtual Connect Now button. Section 2 - D-Link DWA-121 User Manual 18 Please wait while the Router/ Access point establishes connection.
Installation Press the WPS button located on the right side of the Router/ Access point until it is lit and click on the virtual Connect Now button. Section 2 - D-Link DWA-121 User Manual 18 Please wait while the Router/ Access point establishes connection.
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Installation When this screen appears, you have successfully established connectivity. Press the WPS button located on the right side of the Router/Access point until it is lit and click on the virtual Connect Now button. Click Finish to complete your setup. D-Link DWA-121 User Manual 19 Section 2 -
Installation When this screen appears, you have successfully established connectivity. Press the WPS button located on the right side of the Router/Access point until it is lit and click on the virtual Connect Now button. Click Finish to complete your setup. D-Link DWA-121 User Manual 19 Section 2 -
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... easy interface to change any settings related to pages 30, 31 or 32 respectively. Section 3 - Configuration Configuration This section will start the Configuration. D-Link Wireless Connection Manager The D-Link DWA-121 uses the Wireless Connection Manager as the Windows® XP Zero Configuration Utility and Vista WLAN Autoconfiguration. Double-click the Wireless Connection Manager...
... easy interface to change any settings related to pages 30, 31 or 32 respectively. Section 3 - Configuration Configuration This section will start the Configuration. D-Link Wireless Connection Manager The D-Link DWA-121 uses the Wireless Connection Manager as the Windows® XP Zero Configuration Utility and Vista WLAN Autoconfiguration. Double-click the Wireless Connection Manager...
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...Activate Button: Select a wireless network profile from the drop-down menu and click Activate to the next page. Signal: Displays the Link Quality of the wireless device. You must know the encryption key/security settings to the Wireless Security section for available wireless networks in...Fi Protected Setup. MAC: Displays the MAC address of the wireless connection. Connect Button: Highlight a wireless network and click the Connect button. D-Link DWA-121 User Manual 21 SSID: The SSID (Service Set Identifier) is the name of the wireless network. Security: If there is a "lock" icon...
...Activate Button: Select a wireless network profile from the drop-down menu and click Activate to the next page. Signal: Displays the Link Quality of the wireless device. You must know the encryption key/security settings to the Wireless Security section for available wireless networks in...Fi Protected Setup. MAC: Displays the MAC address of the wireless connection. Connect Button: Highlight a wireless network and click the Connect button. D-Link DWA-121 User Manual 21 SSID: The SSID (Service Set Identifier) is the name of the wireless network. Security: If there is a "lock" icon...