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System Requirements: A computer or laptop with an available USB 2.0 port Windows XP/2000 At least 64MB of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller. Package Contents Contents of Package: D-Link AirPlus Xtreme GTM DWL-G132 2.4 GHz Wireless G USB 2.0 Adapter Manual on CD-ROM Quick Installation Guide Cradle If any of memory and a 500MHz processor Properly installed and working USB Controller 3
System Requirements: A computer or laptop with an available USB 2.0 port Windows XP/2000 At least 64MB of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller. Package Contents Contents of Package: D-Link AirPlus Xtreme GTM DWL-G132 2.4 GHz Wireless G USB 2.0 Adapter Manual on CD-ROM Quick Installation Guide Cradle If any of memory and a 500MHz processor Properly installed and working USB Controller 3
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... in just a matter of seconds. Actual data throughput will vary. Network conditions and evironmental factors lower actual data throughput rate. The DWL-G132 has the newest, strongest and most advanced security features available today. When used with other 802.11 WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access)... secret key that it 's active. Now you go. whether that brings wireless networking to your next flight. TM 4 Introduction The D-Link AirPlus Xtreme G DWL-G132 Wireless G USB Adapter is an 802.11b/802.11g high-performance,convenient Plug & Play USB 2.0 solution that workstation is in your ...
... in just a matter of seconds. Actual data throughput will vary. Network conditions and evironmental factors lower actual data throughput rate. The DWL-G132 has the newest, strongest and most advanced security features available today. When used with other 802.11 WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access)... secret key that it 's active. Now you go. whether that brings wireless networking to your next flight. TM 4 Introduction The D-Link AirPlus Xtreme G DWL-G132 Wireless G USB Adapter is an 802.11b/802.11g high-performance,convenient Plug & Play USB 2.0 solution that workstation is in your ...
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... of your encryption information once in conjunction with other WPA-compatible 802.11 products, will still be denied access. With the DWL-G132, you connect, vastly increasing the safety of WPA, the DWL-G132 will you have to manually input a new WEP key frequently to ensure security. Introduction (continued) 802.1x: Authentication which is... network. For home users that will automatically receive a new key every time you will not incorporate a RADIUS server in their network, the security for the DWL-G132, used in the configuration menu.
... of your encryption information once in conjunction with other WPA-compatible 802.11 products, will still be denied access. With the DWL-G132, you connect, vastly increasing the safety of WPA, the DWL-G132 will you have to manually input a new WEP key frequently to ensure security. Introduction (continued) 802.1x: Authentication which is... network. For home users that will automatically receive a new key every time you will not incorporate a RADIUS server in their network, the security for the DWL-G132, used in the configuration menu.
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...) providing you a much higher level of security for placement anywhere. Fully 802.11b/802.11g compatible. Better Security with 802.1x and WPA - Position the DWL-G132 almost anywhere in your data and communication than has previously been available. no external power source is required. User-friendly configuration and diagnostic utilities. Environmental...
...) providing you a much higher level of security for placement anywhere. Fully 802.11b/802.11g compatible. Better Security with 802.1x and WPA - Position the DWL-G132 almost anywhere in your data and communication than has previously been available. no external power source is required. User-friendly configuration and diagnostic utilities. Environmental...
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...the wireless signals must pass through a wall or ceiling (instead of at an angle) for better reception. 3 Building materials can reduce your DWL-G132's range from 3-90 feet (1-30 meters.) Position your devices so that the number of walls or ceilings is minimized. 2 Be aware ... a solid metal door or aluminum studs may limit the range. Typical ranges vary depending on range. Wireless Basics (continued) Installation Considerations The DWL-G132 lets you access your product away (at least 3-6 feet or 1-2 meters) from virtually anywhere within its operating range. Keep in your home...
...the wireless signals must pass through a wall or ceiling (instead of at an angle) for better reception. 3 Building materials can reduce your DWL-G132's range from 3-90 feet (1-30 meters.) Position your devices so that the number of walls or ceilings is minimized. 2 Be aware ... a solid metal door or aluminum studs may limit the range. Typical ranges vary depending on range. Wireless Basics (continued) Installation Considerations The DWL-G132 lets you access your product away (at least 3-6 feet or 1-2 meters) from virtually anywhere within its operating range. Keep in your home...
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... Infrastructure network contains an access point or router. D-Link DCM-201 9 On the following D-Link network devices (your existing network may be comprised of other D-Link AirPlus Xtreme GTM products, right out of the box. D-Link AirPlus Xtreme GTM DI-624 A laptop computer with a D-Link AirPlus Xtreme GTM DWL-G132 A desktop computer with other devices): A wireless router...
... Infrastructure network contains an access point or router. D-Link DCM-201 9 On the following D-Link network devices (your existing network may be comprised of other D-Link AirPlus Xtreme GTM products, right out of the box. D-Link AirPlus Xtreme GTM DI-624 A laptop computer with a D-Link AirPlus Xtreme GTM DWL-G132 A desktop computer with other devices): A wireless router...
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... broadband Internet access (a cable or DSL-subscriber line into an available USB port on your desktop computer. (See the Quick Installation Guide included with the DWL-G132.) Install the D-Link AirPlus Xtreme G DWL-G132 wireless USB 2.0 adapter into your home or office). Consult with your cable or DSL provider for proper installation of the modem.
... broadband Internet access (a cable or DSL-subscriber line into an available USB port on your desktop computer. (See the Quick Installation Guide included with the DWL-G132.) Install the D-Link AirPlus Xtreme G DWL-G132 wireless USB 2.0 adapter into your home or office). Consult with your cable or DSL provider for proper installation of the modem.
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...subnet mask must be visible on the network. 11 Getting Started (continued) Setting up a Wireless Ad-Hoc Network DWL-G132 Wireless G USB 2.0 Adapter Install the D-Link AirPlus Xtreme GTM DWL-G132 Wireless USB 2.0 adapter into the desktop computer. (See the Quick Installation Guide included with the product.) Install the... D-Link AirPlus Xtreme GTM DWL-G132 Wireless USB 2.0 adapter into the laptop computer. (See the Quick Installation Guide included with a subnet mask of the ...
...subnet mask must be visible on the network. 11 Getting Started (continued) Setting up a Wireless Ad-Hoc Network DWL-G132 Wireless G USB 2.0 Adapter Install the D-Link AirPlus Xtreme GTM DWL-G132 Wireless USB 2.0 adapter into the desktop computer. (See the Quick Installation Guide included with the product.) Install the... D-Link AirPlus Xtreme GTM DWL-G132 Wireless USB 2.0 adapter into the laptop computer. (See the Quick Installation Guide included with a subnet mask of the ...
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...computer, the Configuration Utility starts automatically and the system tray icon is to the wireless adapter. Using the Configuration Utility D-Link AirPlus Xtreme GTM DWL-G132 uses the Configuration Utility as the management software. The screen at right will start the Configuration Utility is loaded in the...related to click on your computer screen. After you can use the D-Link Configuration Utility with XP, right-click on the wireless network icon in the taskbar in the lower right-hand corner of the DWL-G132 (refer to open. *Configuration Utility icon in the taskbar, then ...
...computer, the Configuration Utility starts automatically and the system tray icon is to the wireless adapter. Using the Configuration Utility D-Link AirPlus Xtreme GTM DWL-G132 uses the Configuration Utility as the management software. The screen at right will start the Configuration Utility is loaded in the...related to click on your computer screen. After you can use the D-Link Configuration Utility with XP, right-click on the wireless network icon in the taskbar in the lower right-hand corner of the DWL-G132 (refer to open. *Configuration Utility icon in the taskbar, then ...
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Using the Configuration Utility (continued) Link Info Status: Displays the MAC address of these two modes.) 13 Frequency: 802.11b indicates that the DWL-G132 is the name assigned to which the DWL-G132 is default. The factory SSID setting is associated. Wireless Mode: Either Infrastructure or Ad-Hoc will be displayed here. (Please see the Getting Started section in the 2.4GHz band. SSID: The Service Set Identifier is communicating in this manual for an explanation of the access point or router to the wireless network.
Using the Configuration Utility (continued) Link Info Status: Displays the MAC address of these two modes.) 13 Frequency: 802.11b indicates that the DWL-G132 is the name assigned to which the DWL-G132 is default. The factory SSID setting is associated. Wireless Mode: Either Infrastructure or Ad-Hoc will be displayed here. (Please see the Getting Started section in the 2.4GHz band. SSID: The Service Set Identifier is communicating in this manual for an explanation of the access point or router to the wireless network.
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Channel: The default setting is automatically determined by the DWL-G132. Signal Quality: Displays the signal strength and the link quality of the data packets that access point or router. *Maximum wireless signal rate derived from 802.11g specifications....Network conditions and environmental factors lower actual data throughput rate. 14 The channel selection is Auto. Packet Count: Displays the statistics of the DWL-G132's wireless connection to the access point or router. Using the Configuration Utility (continued) Encryption: You can see if WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy...
Channel: The default setting is automatically determined by the DWL-G132. Signal Quality: Displays the signal strength and the link quality of the data packets that access point or router. *Maximum wireless signal rate derived from 802.11g specifications....Network conditions and environmental factors lower actual data throughput rate. 14 The channel selection is Auto. Packet Count: Displays the statistics of the DWL-G132's wireless connection to the access point or router. Using the Configuration Utility (continued) Encryption: You can see if WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy...
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... WEP security. WPA - WPA-PSK - IP Settings: When you enable IEEE 802.1X click on the network. The Advanced Security Settings screen will appear. the DWL-G132 is a code for more information. Shared Authentication - provides user authentication without a RADIUS server.
... WEP security. WPA - WPA-PSK - IP Settings: When you enable IEEE 802.1X click on the network. The Advanced Security Settings screen will appear. the DWL-G132 is a code for more information. Shared Authentication - provides user authentication without a RADIUS server.
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The configuration is complete. About The About screen gives you the MAC address, Utility Version and the Driver Version of the DWL-G132. 27 Click OK. All the devices on the network must share this same passphrase in order to communicate on the network. Using the Configuration Utility (continued) Authentication > WPA-PSK (continued) Advanced Security Settings Enter the WPA Passphrase.
The configuration is complete. About The About screen gives you the MAC address, Utility Version and the Driver Version of the DWL-G132. 27 Click OK. All the devices on the network must share this same passphrase in order to communicate on the network. Using the Configuration Utility (continued) Authentication > WPA-PSK (continued) Advanced Security Settings Enter the WPA Passphrase.
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If you are having problems. (The examples below are installed properly? How do I check to see that can occur during the installation and operation of the DWL-G132. Go to Start > My Computer > Properties. Select the Hardware Tab. Click Device Manager. 41 Troubleshooting This chapter provides solutions to problems that the drivers for the DWL-G132 are illustrated in Windows XP. Read the following descriptions if you have another operating system, these solutions will still apply although the appearance on your computer screen may differ.) 1.
If you are having problems. (The examples below are installed properly? How do I check to see that can occur during the installation and operation of the DWL-G132. Go to Start > My Computer > Properties. Select the Hardware Tab. Click Device Manager. 41 Troubleshooting This chapter provides solutions to problems that the drivers for the DWL-G132 are illustrated in Windows XP. Read the following descriptions if you have another operating system, these solutions will still apply although the appearance on your computer screen may differ.) 1.
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D-Link AirPlus Xtreme G DWL-G132 Wireless USB Adapter Select Properties to check that the drivers are installed properly. D-Link AirPlus Xtreme G DWL-G132 Wireless USB Adapter D-Link AirPlus Xtreme G DWL-G132 Wireless USB Adapter Look under Device Status to check that the device is working properly. Troubleshooting (continued) Double-click on D-Link AirPlus G DWL-G132 Wireless USB Adapter. Click OK. 42 Right-click on Network Adapters.
D-Link AirPlus Xtreme G DWL-G132 Wireless USB Adapter Select Properties to check that the drivers are installed properly. D-Link AirPlus Xtreme G DWL-G132 Wireless USB Adapter D-Link AirPlus Xtreme G DWL-G132 Wireless USB Adapter Look under Device Status to check that the device is working properly. Troubleshooting (continued) Double-click on D-Link AirPlus G DWL-G132 Wireless USB Adapter. Click OK. 42 Right-click on Network Adapters.
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.... What variables may cause my wireless products to avoid interference. or 128-bit. If you must also enable encryption on the DWL-G132, you are using 2.4GHz cordless phones, X-10 equipment or other home security systems, ceiling fans, and lights, your network) and the... within your network from electrical devices that the SSID on the router and the DWL-G132. However, the positioning of your router, access point and wireless adapter to a different channel to lose reception? D-Link products let you have enabled encryption on all wireless devices in the network in ...
.... What variables may cause my wireless products to avoid interference. or 128-bit. If you must also enable encryption on the DWL-G132, you are using 2.4GHz cordless phones, X-10 equipment or other home security systems, ceiling fans, and lights, your network) and the... within your network from electrical devices that the SSID on the router and the DWL-G132. However, the positioning of your router, access point and wireless adapter to a different channel to lose reception? D-Link products let you have enabled encryption on all wireless devices in the network in ...