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... 7 Disable Other Wireless Adapters 8 Wireless Installation Considerations 10 Adapter Installation 11 Wireless Security 31 What is WPA 31 Configure WPA/WPA2 Passphrase 32 Using the D-Link Wireless Connection 32 Using Windows® Vista 34 Using the Windows® XP Utility 36 Configure WPA/WPA2 (RADIUS 38 Using the... IP address 49 Windows® XP/2000 Users 49 Windows Vista® Users 50 Technical Specifications 51 Contacting Technical Support 52 Warranty 53 Registration 59 D-Link DWA-131 User Manual
... 7 Disable Other Wireless Adapters 8 Wireless Installation Considerations 10 Adapter Installation 11 Wireless Security 31 What is WPA 31 Configure WPA/WPA2 Passphrase 32 Using the D-Link Wireless Connection 32 Using Windows® Vista 34 Using the Windows® XP Utility 36 Configure WPA/WPA2 (RADIUS 38 Using the... IP address 49 Windows® XP/2000 Users 49 Windows Vista® Users 50 Technical Specifications 51 Contacting Technical Support 52 Warranty 53 Registration 59 D-Link DWA-131 User Manual
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Product Overview PPraocdkuacgteOCvoenrtevnietsw • D-Link DWA-131 Wireless N Nano USB Adapter • 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 or higher) • CD-ROM Drive • 300MHz processor and at least 64MB of RAM • A draft 802.11n or 802.11g access point or wireless router D-Link DWA-131 User Manual Section 1 -
Product Overview PPraocdkuacgteOCvoenrtevnietsw • D-Link DWA-131 Wireless N Nano USB Adapter • 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 or higher) • CD-ROM Drive • 300MHz processor and at least 64MB of RAM • A draft 802.11n or 802.11g access point or wireless router D-Link DWA-131 User Manual Section 1 -
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...N Nano USB Adapter is included with this product to your most frequently accessed networks. Environmental conditions will vary. D-Link DWA-131 User Manual Product Overview Introduction The DWA-131 Wireless N Nano USB Adapter is designed for use in the home. You'll be able to configure this USB ...Adapter to help you step-by Wireless N technology, the DWA-131 provides a faster wireless connection and superior reception than 802.11g*. Enjoy the many benefits of network traffic, building materials and construction, and...
...N Nano USB Adapter is included with this product to your most frequently accessed networks. Environmental conditions will vary. D-Link DWA-131 User Manual Product Overview Introduction The DWA-131 Wireless N Nano USB Adapter is designed for use in the home. You'll be able to configure this USB ...Adapter to help you step-by Wireless N technology, the DWA-131 provides a faster wireless connection and superior reception than 802.11g*. Enjoy the many benefits of network traffic, building materials and construction, and...
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....1x for placement anywhere • Convenience of security for your data and communication than has previously been available. D-Link DWA-131 User Manual Product Overview Features • Compact size for wireless authentication. • Position the DWA-131 almost anywhere in your workspace to a wireless network using WPA/WPA2 (Wi-Fi Protected Access) providing you a much...
....1x for placement anywhere • Convenience of security for your data and communication than has previously been available. D-Link DWA-131 User Manual Product Overview Features • Compact size for wireless authentication. • Position the DWA-131 almost anywhere in your workspace to a wireless network using WPA/WPA2 (Wi-Fi Protected Access) providing you a much...
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Section 1 - Refer to your computer. D-Link DWA-131 User Manual Product Overview Hardware Overview USB Port Used to connect the DWA-131 to page 19. WPS Button Press the WPS button to automatically connect to a WPS-enabled wireless router or access point and establish connectivity.
Section 1 - Refer to your computer. D-Link DWA-131 User Manual Product Overview Hardware Overview USB Port Used to connect the DWA-131 to page 19. WPS Button Press the WPS button to automatically connect to a WPS-enabled wireless router or access point and establish connectivity.
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...; Remove any previous installations of the network(s) you want to connect 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. Also, if you have previously installed another wireless adapter, please make sure the utilities are not set to... remove any software is uninstalled before installing your computer boots up. Section 2 - Windows® 2000 users: Click Start > Settings > Control Panel > Add or Remove Programs. D-Link DWA-131 User Manual
...; Remove any previous installations of the network(s) you want to connect 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. Also, if you have previously installed another wireless adapter, please make sure the utilities are not set to... remove any software is uninstalled before installing your computer boots up. Section 2 - Windows® 2000 users: Click Start > Settings > Control Panel > Add or Remove Programs. D-Link DWA-131 User Manual
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Click the Hardware tab and then click Device Manager. Right-click the adapter you would like to the left of Network Adapters. Scroll down the list and click the + sign to disable and select Disable. D-Link DWA-131 User Manual To prevent any conflicts with the D-Link wireless adapter, it is recommended to disable the wireless adapter (as well as any unused Ethernet adapters). From the desktop, right-click on the My Computer icon and select Properties. Section 2 - Installation Disable Other Wireless Adapters Most newer laptops may include a built-in wireless adapter.
Click the Hardware tab and then click Device Manager. Right-click the adapter you would like to the left of Network Adapters. Scroll down the list and click the + sign to disable and select Disable. D-Link DWA-131 User Manual To prevent any conflicts with the D-Link wireless adapter, it is recommended to disable the wireless adapter (as well as any unused Ethernet adapters). From the desktop, right-click on the My Computer icon and select Properties. Section 2 - Installation Disable Other Wireless Adapters Most newer laptops may include a built-in wireless adapter.
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When disabled, a red X will not remove the drivers. Disabling the adapter will be displayed. D-Link DWA-131 User Manual If you would like to disable the adapter. Installation Click Yes to use the adapter, simply right-click it and select Enable. The adapter is now disabled. Section 2 -
When disabled, a red X will not remove the drivers. Disabling the adapter will be displayed. D-Link DWA-131 User Manual If you would like to disable the adapter. Installation Click Yes to use the adapter, simply right-click it and select Enable. The adapter is now disabled. Section 2 -
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... product away (at least 3-6 feet or 1-2 meters) from your wireless signal. 4. Keep the number of the direct line between the D-Link adapter and other objects that the signal will degrade your wireless devices as glass, steel, metal, walls with insulation, water (fish tanks), ...network devices to maximizing wireless range is as ceiling fans, lights, and home security systems), your wireless network. The key to a minimum - D-Link DWA-131 User Manual 10 Be aware of walls and ceilings between network devices. Section 2 - A wall that the signal passes through , may have ...
... product away (at least 3-6 feet or 1-2 meters) from your wireless signal. 4. Keep the number of the direct line between the D-Link adapter and other objects that the signal will degrade your wireless devices as glass, steel, metal, walls with insulation, water (fish tanks), ...network devices to maximizing wireless range is as ceiling fans, lights, and home security systems), your wireless network. The key to a minimum - D-Link DWA-131 User Manual 10 Be aware of walls and ceilings between network devices. Section 2 - A wall that the signal passes through , may have ...
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Turn on your computer, go to Start > Run. Section 2 - If the CD Autorun function does not automatically start on the computer and Insert the D-Link DWA-131 Driver CD in the CD-ROM drive. In the run box type "D:\DWA131.exe" (where D: represents the drive letter of your computer before installing the driver software from the D-Link CD. Installation Adapter Installation Warning: Do NOT install the DWA-131 USB Adapter into your CD-ROM drive). When the autorun screen appears, click Install Drivers. Click Install Drivers D-Link DWA-131 User Manual 11
Turn on your computer, go to Start > Run. Section 2 - If the CD Autorun function does not automatically start on the computer and Insert the D-Link DWA-131 Driver CD in the CD-ROM drive. In the run box type "D:\DWA131.exe" (where D: represents the drive letter of your computer before installing the driver software from the D-Link CD. Installation Adapter Installation Warning: Do NOT install the DWA-131 USB Adapter into your CD-ROM drive). When the autorun screen appears, click Install Drivers. Click Install Drivers D-Link DWA-131 User Manual 11
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Click Next Select the Program Files folder location. Click Next By default setup will appear. To install to the default location: C:\Program Files\D-Link\DWA-131, where C: represents the drive letter of your hard drive. Installation The InstallShield Wizard window will install to a different location click Browse and specify the location. D-Link DWA-131 User Manual 12 Section 2 -
Click Next Select the Program Files folder location. Click Next By default setup will appear. To install to the default location: C:\Program Files\D-Link\DWA-131, where C: represents the drive letter of your hard drive. Installation The InstallShield Wizard window will install to a different location click Browse and specify the location. D-Link DWA-131 User Manual 12 Section 2 -
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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). If you to page 17. Click Next D-Link DWA-131 User Manual 13 Installation Insert the adapter into an available USB port on your computer. 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). If you to page 17. Click Next D-Link DWA-131 User Manual 13 Installation Insert the adapter into an available USB port on your computer. Section 2 - The following instructions will now appear.
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If you enter the SSID incorrectly, you will automatically be brought to display the site survey page. Enter the network name (SSID) manually. Select the network name (SSID) and click Next. Click Scan to the site survey page. Click Next Click the Scan button to Manually type your network by selecting to display a list of wireless networks (site survey). Installation Wireless Connection Wizard Connect to your Network Name or using the Wifi protected Setup (WPS). Click Next D-Link DWA-131 User Manual 14 Section 2 -
If you enter the SSID incorrectly, you will automatically be brought to display the site survey page. Enter the network name (SSID) manually. Select the network name (SSID) and click Next. Click Scan to the site survey page. Click Next Click the Scan button to Manually type your network by selecting to display a list of wireless networks (site survey). Installation Wireless Connection Wizard Connect to your Network Name or using the Wifi protected Setup (WPS). Click Next D-Link DWA-131 User Manual 14 Section 2 -
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If you are prompted to reboot your computer, select Yes, I want to continue. Click Finish D-Link DWA-131 User Manual 15 Section 2 - Installation Click Finish to restart my computer now.
If you are prompted to reboot your computer, select Yes, I want to continue. Click Finish D-Link DWA-131 User Manual 15 Section 2 - Installation Click Finish to restart my computer now.
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... the configuration and click Next. Section 2 - Then, press the WPS button on the adaper and holding for two seconds until the wizard screen comes up. D-Link DWA-131 User Manual 16 Press the WPS button on your network using the WPS push button configuration method, click the virtual button as shown in the...
... the configuration and click Next. Section 2 - Then, press the WPS button on the adaper and holding for two seconds until the wizard screen comes up. D-Link DWA-131 User Manual 16 Press the WPS button on your network using the WPS push button configuration method, click the virtual button as shown in the...
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...will start the Configuration. If you how to configure your desktop. D-Link DWA-131 User Manual 17 Section 3 - 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. Clicking on the Wireless Connection...wireless adapter. The manager provides the user an easy interface to change any settings related to page 29. D-Link Wireless Connection Manager The D-Link DWA-131 uses the Wireless Connection Manager as the Windows® XP Zero Configuration Utility and Vista WLAN Autoconfiguration.
...will start the Configuration. If you how to configure your desktop. D-Link DWA-131 User Manual 17 Section 3 - 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. Clicking on the Wireless Connection...wireless adapter. The manager provides the user an easy interface to change any settings related to page 29. D-Link Wireless Connection Manager The D-Link DWA-131 uses the Wireless Connection Manager as the Windows® XP Zero Configuration Utility and Vista WLAN Autoconfiguration.
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... for available wireless networks in your area. If the network is the name of the wireless device. D-Link DWA-131 User Manual 18 Configuration Wireless Networks The Wireless Networks (Site Survey) page will appear. Signal: Displays the Link Quality of the wireless network. Channel: Displays the channel of the wireless connection. Enter the security...
... for available wireless networks in your area. If the network is the name of the wireless device. D-Link DWA-131 User Manual 18 Configuration Wireless Networks The Wireless Networks (Site Survey) page will appear. Signal: Displays the Link Quality of the wireless network. Channel: Displays the channel of the wireless connection. Enter the security...
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... this number in the utility that connects you with the intended wireless network. Refer to have the access point or wireless router nearby during setup. D-Link DWA-131 User Manual 19
... this number in the utility that connects you with the intended wireless network. Refer to have the access point or wireless router nearby during setup. D-Link DWA-131 User Manual 19
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This screen will appear once you have successfully established connection with your access point or router to your network, press the WPS button on your network. To connect to continue. Configuration Push Button 1. D-Link DWA-131 User Manual 20 Press the WPS button located on the adapter and hold for two seconds until the wizard screen appears. 2. Section 3 -
This screen will appear once you have successfully established connection with your access point or router to your network, press the WPS button on your network. To connect to continue. Configuration Push Button 1. D-Link DWA-131 User Manual 20 Press the WPS button located on the adapter and hold for two seconds until the wizard screen appears. 2. Section 3 -
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Configuration Personal Identification Number (PIN) If you will have 2 minutes to enter this number in your access point or wireless router. Click Next D-Link DWA-131 User Manual 21 Write down the number on the screen. Enter this number in your access point or wireless router is close by. Click Next ...
Configuration Personal Identification Number (PIN) If you will have 2 minutes to enter this number in your access point or wireless router. Click Next D-Link DWA-131 User Manual 21 Write down the number on the screen. Enter this number in your access point or wireless router is close by. Click Next ...