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...Windows® 7 31 Using Windows Vista 34 Using Windows® XP 36 Configure WPA™/WPA2™-Enterprise 38 Using the D-Link Utility 38 Troubleshooting 39 Windows® 7 Troubleshooting 44 Wireless Basics 46 Networking Basics 50 Check your IP address 50 Windows® ...11 Install Adapter into Your Computer 14 Configuration 18 D-Link Wireless Connection Manager 18 Wireless Networks 19 My Wireless Networks 20 Support 23 About 24 Connect to a Wireless Network 26 Using Windows Vista 26 Using Windows® XP 27 D-Link DWA-525 User Manual Warranty 55 Registration 61
...Windows® 7 31 Using Windows Vista 34 Using Windows® XP 36 Configure WPA™/WPA2™-Enterprise 38 Using the D-Link Utility 38 Troubleshooting 39 Windows® 7 Troubleshooting 44 Wireless Basics 46 Networking Basics 50 Check your IP address 50 Windows® ...11 Install Adapter into Your Computer 14 Configuration 18 D-Link Wireless Connection Manager 18 Wireless Networks 19 My Wireless Networks 20 Support 23 About 24 Connect to a Wireless Network 26 Using Windows Vista 26 Using Windows® XP 27 D-Link DWA-525 User Manual Warranty 55 Registration 61
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Product Overview PProacdkuacgteOCvoentrevnietsw • D-Link DWA-525 Wireless N 150 Desktop PCI Adapter • One Antenna • Low Profile Mounting Bracket • Manual and Warranty on CD • D-Link Wireless Connection Manager on CD System Requirements • A desktop computer with an available PCI slot • Windows® 7, Windows Vista® (32/64-bit), or XP (32/64-bit with Service Pack 2 or higher) • 300MHz processor and at least 64MB of RAM D-Link DWA-525 User Manual Section 1 -
Product Overview PProacdkuacgteOCvoentrevnietsw • D-Link DWA-525 Wireless N 150 Desktop PCI Adapter • One Antenna • Low Profile Mounting Bracket • Manual and Warranty on CD • D-Link Wireless Connection Manager on CD System Requirements • A desktop computer with an available PCI slot • Windows® 7, Windows Vista® (32/64-bit), or XP (32/64-bit with Service Pack 2 or higher) • 300MHz processor and at least 64MB of RAM D-Link DWA-525 User Manual Section 1 -
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...adversely affect wireless signal range. Product Overview Introduction The D-Link Wireless N 150 Desktop PCI Adapter (DWA-525) is a powerful 32-bit desktop adapter that installs quickly and easily into desktop computers. The D-Link DWA-525 is a 802.11n client device that demand higher ...IEEE Standard 802.11g and 802.11n specifications. D-Link DWA-525 User Manual Maximize wireless performance by Wireless N 150 technology, the DWA-525 provides a faster wireless connection and superior reception than 802.11g*. The DWA-525 features robust security to a Wireless N 150 Router ...
...adversely affect wireless signal range. Product Overview Introduction The D-Link Wireless N 150 Desktop PCI Adapter (DWA-525) is a powerful 32-bit desktop adapter that installs quickly and easily into desktop computers. The D-Link DWA-525 is a 802.11n client device that demand higher ...IEEE Standard 802.11g and 802.11n specifications. D-Link DWA-525 User Manual Maximize wireless performance by Wireless N 150 technology, the DWA-525 provides a faster wireless connection and superior reception than 802.11g*. The DWA-525 features robust security to a Wireless N 150 Router ...
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...and environmental factors, including volume of wireless products, the DWA-525 delivers a more wireless networks. • Better Security with the DWA-525. Section 1 - Product Overview Features • Faster Wireless Networking* - D-Link DWA-525 User Manual Fully compatible with the IEEE 802.11b... and 802.11g standards, the DWA-525 can securely connect to a wireless network using...
...and environmental factors, including volume of wireless products, the DWA-525 delivers a more wireless networks. • Better Security with the DWA-525. Section 1 - Product Overview Features • Faster Wireless Networking* - D-Link DWA-525 User Manual Fully compatible with the IEEE 802.11b... and 802.11g standards, the DWA-525 can securely connect to a wireless network using...
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Product Overview Hardware Overview LEDs WLAN LED A solid light indicates that wireless is ready. This LED blinks during wireless data transmission. D-Link DWA-525 User Manual Section 1 -
Product Overview Hardware Overview LEDs WLAN LED A solid light indicates that wireless is ready. This LED blinks during wireless data transmission. D-Link DWA-525 User Manual Section 1 -
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...Programs. Windows® 2000 users: Click Start > Settings > Control Panel > Add or Remove Programs. D-Link DWA-525 User Manual If you plan to load when your new D-Link wireless adapter, please verify the following: • Remove any previous installations of wireless adapters • Disable ...network(s) you want to connect to Remove Existing Installations If you have installed a different manufacturer's adapter or a different model D-Link adapter, make sure the software is uninstalled. Also, if you through the installation process. Some utilities may use multiple adapters...
...Programs. Windows® 2000 users: Click Start > Settings > Control Panel > Add or Remove Programs. D-Link DWA-525 User Manual If you plan to load when your new D-Link wireless adapter, please verify the following: • Remove any previous installations of wireless adapters • Disable ...network(s) you want to connect to Remove Existing Installations If you have installed a different manufacturer's adapter or a different model D-Link adapter, make sure the software is uninstalled. Also, if you through the installation process. Some utilities may use multiple adapters...
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Click the Hardware tab and then click Device Manager. From the desktop, right-click on the My Computer icon and select Properties. 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-525 User Manual Section 2 - Installation Disable Other Wireless Adapters To prevent any conflicts with the D-Link wireless adapter, it is recommended to disable any wireless adapter (as well as any unused Ethernet adapters).
Click the Hardware tab and then click Device Manager. From the desktop, right-click on the My Computer icon and select Properties. 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-525 User Manual Section 2 - Installation Disable Other Wireless Adapters To prevent any conflicts with the D-Link wireless adapter, it is recommended to disable any wireless adapter (as well as any unused Ethernet adapters).
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Installation Click Yes to use the adapter, simply right-click it and select Enable. If you would like to disable the adapter. Section 2 - Disabling the adapter will be displayed. The adapter is now disabled. D-Link DWA-525 User Manual When disabled, a red X will not remove the drivers.
Installation Click Yes to use the adapter, simply right-click it and select Enable. If you would like to disable the adapter. Section 2 - Disabling the adapter will be displayed. The adapter is now disabled. D-Link DWA-525 User Manual When disabled, a red X will not remove the drivers.
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...is 1.5 feet thick (.5 meters), at least 3-6 feet or 1-2 meters) from 3-90 feet (1-30 meters). A wall that is to a minimum. D-Link DWA-525 User Manual 10 Section 2 - A solid metal door or aluminum studs may have a negative effect on the types of walls and ceilings between network devices...tanks), mirrors, file cabinets, brick, and concrete will travel straight through a wall or ceiling (instead of the direct line between the D-Link adapter and other objects that generate RF noise. 5. Keep in mind, however, that the number of walls, ceilings, or other network ...
...is 1.5 feet thick (.5 meters), at least 3-6 feet or 1-2 meters) from 3-90 feet (1-30 meters). A wall that is to a minimum. D-Link DWA-525 User Manual 10 Section 2 - A solid metal door or aluminum studs may have a negative effect on the types of walls and ceilings between network devices...tanks), mirrors, file cabinets, brick, and concrete will travel straight through a wall or ceiling (instead of the direct line between the D-Link adapter and other objects that generate RF noise. 5. Keep in mind, however, that the number of walls, ceilings, or other network ...
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... are similar for other Windows® operating systems. If the CD Autorun function does not automatically start on the computer and Insert the D-Link DWA-525 Driver CD in Windows Vista®. In the run box, type "D:\DWA525.exe" (where D: represents the drive letter of your computer ...before installing the driver software from the D-Link CD. Installation Software/Driver Installation Note: Do NOT install the DWA-525 Desktop Adapter into your CD-ROM drive). The steps and screens are shown in the CD-ROM drive. When...
... are similar for other Windows® operating systems. If the CD Autorun function does not automatically start on the computer and Insert the D-Link DWA-525 Driver CD in Windows Vista®. In the run box, type "D:\DWA525.exe" (where D: represents the drive letter of your computer ...before installing the driver software from the D-Link CD. Installation Software/Driver Installation Note: Do NOT install the DWA-525 Desktop Adapter into your CD-ROM drive). The steps and screens are shown in the CD-ROM drive. When...
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By default setup will appear. The Welcome window will install to the default location: C:\Program Files\D-Link\DWA-525, where C: represents the drive letter of your hard drive. D-Link DWA-525 User Manual 12 Section 2 - To install to continue. Installation The InstallShield Wizard window will appear. Click Next to a different location click Browse and specify the location. Select the language to use and click Next to continue. Click Next to continue.
By default setup will appear. The Welcome window will install to the default location: C:\Program Files\D-Link\DWA-525, where C: represents the drive letter of your hard drive. D-Link DWA-525 User Manual 12 Section 2 - To install to continue. Installation The InstallShield Wizard window will appear. Click Next to a different location click Browse and specify the location. Select the language to use and click Next to continue. Click Next to continue.
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D-Link DWA-525 User Manual 13 Section 2 - Click Next to continue. Once you click Finish, shut down your computer. Click Next to continue. Please refer to the next page to install your PCI adapter into your computer and unplug the power. Installation Select the Program Files folder location.
D-Link DWA-525 User Manual 13 Section 2 - Click Next to continue. Once you click Finish, shut down your computer. Click Next to continue. Please refer to the next page to install your PCI adapter into your computer and unplug the power. Installation Select the Program Files folder location.
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Turn off your computer and unplug the power to your PC's chassis with a mounting screw. Slide the DWA-525 into Windows®. Secure the adapter's fastening tab to your computer and locate an available PCI slot on computer and boot into the... instructions will now appear. Step 7 - Step 4 - If you to your computer's manual for specific instructions on the computer and plug the power back in place. D-Link DWA-525 User Manual 14 Step 2 - Step 5 - Turn on your desk. Step 1 - Step 3 - Attach the adapter's antenna. Step 8 - Click Next to page 16. Also, make...
Turn off your computer and unplug the power to your PC's chassis with a mounting screw. Slide the DWA-525 into Windows®. Secure the adapter's fastening tab to your computer and locate an available PCI slot on computer and boot into the... instructions will now appear. Step 7 - Step 4 - If you to your computer's manual for specific instructions on the computer and plug the power back in place. D-Link DWA-525 User Manual 14 Step 2 - Step 5 - Turn on your desk. Step 1 - Step 3 - Attach the adapter's antenna. Step 8 - Click Next to page 16. Also, make...
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Click Finish to complete your network using the WPS push button configuration method, click the virtual button as shown in the screenshot. Section 2 - Installation Push Button Configuration (PBC) To connect to establish connectivity. When this screen appears, you have successfully connected to your access point or wireless router within two minutes to your setup. Press the WPS button on your wireless network. D-Link DWA-525 User Manual 15
Click Finish to complete your network using the WPS push button configuration method, click the virtual button as shown in the screenshot. Section 2 - Installation Push Button Configuration (PBC) To connect to establish connectivity. When this screen appears, you have successfully connected to your access point or wireless router within two minutes to your setup. Press the WPS button on your wireless network. D-Link DWA-525 User Manual 15
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... the Scan button, a list of wireless networks (site survey) will be brought to the site survey page. When you will automatically be prompted to continue. D-Link DWA-525 User Manual 16 Section 2 - Enter the network name (SSID) manually. Click on the network name (SSID) that you will appear. If there is a lock icon...
... the Scan button, a list of wireless networks (site survey) will be brought to the site survey page. When you will automatically be prompted to continue. D-Link DWA-525 User Manual 16 Section 2 - Enter the network name (SSID) manually. Click on the network name (SSID) that you will appear. If there is a lock icon...
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Installation When this screen appears, you are successfully connected to complete your wireless network. D-Link DWA-525 User Manual 17 Click Finish to your setup. Section 2 -
Installation When this screen appears, you are successfully connected to complete your wireless network. D-Link DWA-525 User Manual 17 Click Finish to your setup. Section 2 -
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... icon on the desktop will show you are using the D-Link Utility as well as the management software. If you how to page 25; Section 3 - Configuration Configuration This section will start the Configuration. D-Link DWA-525 User Manual 18 for Windows® XP skip to the ...wireless adapter. The manager provides the user an easy interface to change any settings related to page 27. D-Link Wireless Connection Manager The D-Link DWA-525 uses the Wireless Connection Manager as Windows® XP Zero Configuration and Windows® 7 / Vista® WLAN Auto Configuration....
... icon on the desktop will show you are using the D-Link Utility as well as the management software. If you how to page 25; Section 3 - Configuration Configuration This section will start the Configuration. D-Link DWA-525 User Manual 18 for Windows® XP skip to the ...wireless adapter. The manager provides the user an easy interface to change any settings related to page 27. D-Link Wireless Connection Manager The D-Link DWA-525 uses the Wireless Connection Manager as Windows® XP Zero Configuration and Windows® 7 / Vista® WLAN Auto Configuration....
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...the wireless network. You must know the encryption key/security settings to a network, simply highlight the wireless network (SSID) and click Connect. D-Link DWA-525 User Manual 19 To connect to connect. Refer to connect. Security: If there is a "lock" icon, this means the wireless network is... next page. Section 3 - SSID: The SSID (Service Set Identifier) is the name of the wireless device. Signal: Displays the Link Quality of the wireless network. WPS Button: Connect to the Wireless Security section for available wireless networks in your area. Refresh Button: ...
...the wireless network. You must know the encryption key/security settings to a network, simply highlight the wireless network (SSID) and click Connect. D-Link DWA-525 User Manual 19 To connect to connect. Refer to connect. Security: If there is a "lock" icon, this means the wireless network is... next page. Section 3 - SSID: The SSID (Service Set Identifier) is the name of the wireless device. Signal: Displays the Link Quality of the wireless network. WPS Button: Connect to the Wireless Security section for available wireless networks in your area. Refresh Button: ...
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Allow up to 30 seconds to connect to create, edit, and delete wireless network profiles. D-Link DWA-525 User Manual 20 Configuration My Wireless Networks The My Wireless Networks page will allow you connect to page 22). New: Click New to create a new ...
Allow up to 30 seconds to connect to create, edit, and delete wireless network profiles. D-Link DWA-525 User Manual 20 Configuration My Wireless Networks The My Wireless Networks page will allow you connect to page 22). New: Click New to create a new ...
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... or access point, select Infrastructure. SSID: Enter the SSID of security used. Please refer to another wireless client such as an adapter, select Ad-Hoc. D-Link DWA-525 User Manual 21 Configuration Add Profile You may add a new network by clicking the New button from the My Wireless Networks page. Network Type: Select...
... or access point, select Infrastructure. SSID: Enter the SSID of security used. Please refer to another wireless client such as an adapter, select Ad-Hoc. D-Link DWA-525 User Manual 21 Configuration Add Profile You may add a new network by clicking the New button from the My Wireless Networks page. Network Type: Select...