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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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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 Section 1 -
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...by -step through the installation process. Environmental conditions will vary. The DWA-121 is included with this USB Adapter without having any difficulties. D-Link's Quick Setup Wizard guides you step-by Wireless N 150 technology, the DWA-121 provides a faster wireless connection and superior reception than 802.11g*. ...volume of stringing Ethernet cables to prevent outside intrusion and protect your desktop or notebook PC's USB port. D-Link DWA-121 User Manual 4 The D-Link Wireless Manager is designed for use in bigger homes and for desktop or notebook PCs.
...by -step through the installation process. Environmental conditions will vary. The DWA-121 is included with this USB Adapter without having any difficulties. D-Link's Quick Setup Wizard guides you step-by Wireless N 150 technology, the DWA-121 provides a faster wireless connection and superior reception than 802.11g*. ...volume of stringing Ethernet cables to prevent outside intrusion and protect your desktop or notebook PC's USB port. D-Link DWA-121 User Manual 4 The D-Link Wireless Manager is designed for use in bigger homes and for desktop or notebook PCs.
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... Overview Features • Compact size for placement anywhere • Convenience of security 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 Plug & Play installation •... 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
... Overview Features • Compact size for placement anywhere • Convenience of security 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 Plug & Play installation •... 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
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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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...Click Start > 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 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 the software is uninstalled. If you plan to load when your D-Link adapter. Windows® 7, Vista® and XP users may cause a conflict with the new software. Also, if you through the ...
...Click Start > 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 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 the software is uninstalled. If you plan to load when your D-Link adapter. Windows® 7, Vista® and XP users may cause a conflict with the new software. Also, if you through the ...
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D-Link DWA-121 User Manual 8 Installation Disable Other Wireless Adapters Most newer laptops may include a built-in wireless adapter. 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. From the desktop, right-click on the My Computer icon and select Manage. Then, click Device Manager. Scroll down the list and click the + sign to the left of Network Adapters. Section 2 -
D-Link DWA-121 User Manual 8 Installation Disable Other Wireless Adapters Most newer laptops may include a built-in wireless adapter. 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. From the desktop, right-click on the My Computer icon and select Manage. Then, click Device Manager. Scroll down the list and click the + sign to the left of Network Adapters. Section 2 -
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Section 2 - Installation Click Yes to use the adapter, simply right-click it and select Enable. D-Link DWA-121 User Manual 9 The adapter is now disabled. When disabled, a red X will not remove the drivers. If you would like to disable the adapter. Disabling the adapter will be displayed.
Section 2 - Installation Click Yes to use the adapter, simply right-click it and select Enable. D-Link DWA-121 User Manual 9 The adapter is now disabled. When disabled, a red X will not remove the drivers. If you would like to disable the adapter. Disabling the adapter will be displayed.
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...is minimized. 2. Keep your wireless connection may have a negative effect on the types of walls or ceilings is to a minimum - D-Link DWA-121 User Manual 10 Be aware of your wireless devices as glass, steel, metal, walls with insulation, water (fish tanks), mirrors, file ... angle) for better reception. 3. At a 2-degree angle it looks over 42 feet (14 meters) thick! 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 devices so that the wireless signals must pass...
...is minimized. 2. Keep your wireless connection may have a negative effect on the types of walls or ceilings is to a minimum - D-Link DWA-121 User Manual 10 Be aware of your wireless devices as glass, steel, metal, walls with insulation, water (fish tanks), mirrors, file ... angle) for better reception. 3. At a 2-degree angle it looks over 42 feet (14 meters) thick! 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 devices so that the wireless signals must pass...
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Installation Adapter Installation Warning: Do NOT install the DWA-121 Wireless N 150 Pico USB Adapter into your CD-ROM drive). When the autorun screen appears, click Install Drivers. D-Link DWA-121 User Manual 11 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. Section 2 - 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. Turn on your computer, go to Start > Run.
Installation Adapter Installation Warning: Do NOT install the DWA-121 Wireless N 150 Pico USB Adapter into your CD-ROM drive). When the autorun screen appears, click Install Drivers. D-Link DWA-121 User Manual 11 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. Section 2 - 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. Turn on your computer, go to Start > Run.
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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. D-Link DWA-121 User Manual 12 Section 2 -
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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. D-Link DWA-121 User Manual 13 Insert the adapter into an available USB port on your computer. If the Found New Hardware Wizard appears, click Cancel. 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. D-Link DWA-121 User Manual 13 Insert the adapter into an available USB port on your computer. If the Found New Hardware Wizard appears, click Cancel. Section 2 -
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To manually connect to a wireless network and then click Next. Section 2 - D-Link DWA-121 User Manual 14 Installation Please wait while the installation wizard configures your wireless network, select Manually connect to your new software installation.
To manually connect to a wireless network and then click Next. Section 2 - D-Link DWA-121 User Manual 14 Installation Please wait while the installation wizard configures your wireless network, select Manually connect to your new software installation.
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If you enter the SSID incorrectly, you will be directed to continue. Click Scan to display the site survey page or click Next to the site survey page. Installation To manually connect to your wireless network, select Manually connect to a wireless network and then click Next. D-Link DWA-121 User Manual 15 Section 2 - Enter the network name (SSID) manually.
If you enter the SSID incorrectly, you will be directed to continue. Click Scan to display the site survey page or click Next to the site survey page. Installation To manually connect to your wireless network, select Manually connect to a wireless network and then click Next. D-Link DWA-121 User Manual 15 Section 2 - Enter the network name (SSID) manually.
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Section 2 - Click Finish to restart my computer now. 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 Installation Click the Scan button to display a list of wireless networks (site survey).
Section 2 - Click Finish to restart my computer now. 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 Installation Click the Scan button to display a list of wireless networks (site survey).
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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. Section 2 - D-Link DWA-121 User Manual 17 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. It is designed for simplified Wireless connection and click Next. For more information on WPS, visit the Wi-Fi Alliance website at www.wi-fi.org.
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. Section 2 - D-Link DWA-121 User Manual 17 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. It is designed for simplified Wireless connection and click Next. For more information on WPS, visit the Wi-Fi Alliance website at www.wi-fi.org.
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D-Link DWA-121 User Manual 18 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. Please wait while the Router/ Access point establishes connection. Section 2 -
D-Link DWA-121 User Manual 18 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. Please wait while the Router/ Access point establishes connection. Section 2 -
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Click Finish to complete your setup. 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. Section 2 - D-Link DWA-121 User Manual 19
Click Finish to complete your setup. 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. Section 2 - D-Link DWA-121 User Manual 19
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... the wireless adapter. 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. Section 3 - 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. The manager...
... the wireless adapter. 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. Section 3 - 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. The manager...
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... network (SSID) and click Connect. Connect Button: Highlight a wireless network and click the Connect button. To connect to a wireless network using Wi-Fi Protected Setup. D-Link DWA-121 User Manual 21 Section 3 - SSID: The SSID (Service Set Identifier) is secure. Security: If there is a "lock" icon, this means the wireless network is the...
... network (SSID) and click Connect. Connect Button: Highlight a wireless network and click the Connect button. To connect to a wireless network using Wi-Fi Protected Setup. D-Link DWA-121 User Manual 21 Section 3 - SSID: The SSID (Service Set Identifier) is secure. Security: If there is a "lock" icon, this means the wireless network is the...