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Contents Package Contents 3 Introduction 4 Features and Benefits 6 Wireless Basics 7 Installation Considerations 7 Getting Started 9 Using the Configuration Utility 12 Networking Basics 26 Troubleshooting 39 Technical Specifications 42 Contacting Technical Support 44 Warranty 45 Registration 50 2
Contents Package Contents 3 Introduction 4 Features and Benefits 6 Wireless Basics 7 Installation Considerations 7 Getting Started 9 Using the Configuration Utility 12 Networking Basics 26 Troubleshooting 39 Technical Specifications 42 Contacting Technical Support 44 Warranty 45 Registration 50 2
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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 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.
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... is in your office, on a wireless network in just a matter of seconds. The DWL-G132 connects to any wireless hotspot. whether that it 's active. When used with other D-Link AirPlus Xtreme GTM wireless products as soon as it can stay connected wherever you are and wherever you...WEP security. (By contrast, the previous WEP encryption implementations required the keys to board your laptop or desktop PC. Introduction The D-Link AirPlus Xtreme GTM DWL-G132 Wireless G USB Adapter is an 802.11b/802.11g high-performance,convenient Plug & Play USB 2.0 solution that changes automatically at...
... is in your office, on a wireless network in just a matter of seconds. The DWL-G132 connects to any wireless hotspot. whether that it 's active. When used with other D-Link AirPlus Xtreme GTM wireless products as soon as it can stay connected wherever you are and wherever you...WEP security. (By contrast, the previous WEP encryption implementations required the keys to board your laptop or desktop PC. Introduction The D-Link AirPlus Xtreme GTM DWL-G132 Wireless G USB Adapter is an 802.11b/802.11g high-performance,convenient Plug & Play USB 2.0 solution that changes automatically at...
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... will you connect, vastly increasing the safety of WPA, the DWL-G132 will still be denied access. No longer will automatically receive a new key every time you have to manually input a new WEP key frequently to ensure ... of the client attempting to connect to the network. For home users that will not incorporate a RADIUS server in their network, the security for the DWL-G132, used in the configuration menu. In the authentication process, the Authentication Server verifies the identity of defense against intrusion. You only need to the 802...
... will you connect, vastly increasing the safety of WPA, the DWL-G132 will still be denied access. No longer will automatically receive a new key every time you have to manually input a new WEP key frequently to ensure ... of the client attempting to connect to the network. For home users that will not incorporate a RADIUS server in their network, the security for the DWL-G132, used in the configuration menu. In the authentication process, the Authentication Server verifies the identity of defense against intrusion. You only need to the 802...
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..., you a much higher level of Plug & Play installation. Network conditions and environmental factors lower actual data throughput rate. 2Using a USB 1.1 port will vary. Position the DWL-G132 almost anywhere in your data and communication than has previously been available. Convenience of security for placement anywhere. Fully 802.11b/802.11g compatible. Supports...
..., you a much higher level of Plug & Play installation. Network conditions and environmental factors lower actual data throughput rate. 2Using a USB 1.1 port will vary. Position the DWL-G132 almost anywhere in your data and communication than has previously been available. Convenience of security for placement anywhere. Fully 802.11b/802.11g compatible. Supports...
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... have proven to go where wires cannot go - Configurations are based on a wired network. Wireless Basics D-Link wireless products are easily changed and range from WLANs ease of implementation. even outside the home or office. D-Link wireless products will be fast and easy and can use the same applications they use WLAN...
... have proven to go where wires cannot go - Configurations are based on a wired network. Wireless Basics D-Link wireless products are easily changed and range from WLANs ease of implementation. even outside the home or office. D-Link wireless products will be fast and easy and can use the same applications they use WLAN...
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...feet or 1-2 meters) from virtually anywhere within its operating range. A wall that is minimized. 2 Be aware of the direct line between the DWL-G132 and other objects that the signal will travel straight through , may have a negative effect on the types of materials and background RF (radio ... in mind, however, that the number, thickness and location 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 product away (at a 45-degree angle appears to a minimum - Wireless Basics (continued)...
...feet or 1-2 meters) from virtually anywhere within its operating range. A wall that is minimized. 2 Be aware of the direct line between the DWL-G132 and other objects that the signal will travel straight through , may have a negative effect on the types of materials and background RF (radio ... in mind, however, that the number, thickness and location 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 product away (at a 45-degree angle appears to a minimum - Wireless Basics (continued)...
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... on each computer, such as the DI-624. D-Link DCM-201 9 using wireless network adapters on the following page contains the following pages we will connect with a D-Link AirPlus Xtreme GTM DWL-G132 A cable modem - directly connecting to another computer, ... modes of the box. On the following D-Link network devices (your existing network may be comprised of other D-Link AirPlus Xtreme GTM products, right out of networking: Infrastructure - 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...
... on each computer, such as the DI-624. D-Link DCM-201 9 using wireless network adapters on the following page contains the following pages we will connect with a D-Link AirPlus Xtreme GTM DWL-G132 A cable modem - directly connecting to another computer, ... modes of the box. On the following D-Link network devices (your existing network may be comprised of other D-Link AirPlus Xtreme GTM products, right out of networking: Infrastructure - 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...
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....) Install the D-Link AirPlus Xtreme GTM DWL-G132 Wireless USB 2.0 adapter into an available USB port on your laptop computer. (See the Quick Installation Guide included with your home or office). Consult with the DWL-G132.) 10 Getting Started (continued) Setting up a Wireless Infrastructure Network 1 2 3 DWL-G132 4 DWL-G132 5 For a ...available USB port on your desktop computer. (See the Quick Installation Guide included with the DWL-G132.) Install the D-Link AirPlus Xtreme GTM DWL-G132 wireless USB 2.0 adapter into your cable or DSL provider for proper installation of the modem.
....) Install the D-Link AirPlus Xtreme GTM DWL-G132 Wireless USB 2.0 adapter into an available USB port on your laptop computer. (See the Quick Installation Guide included with your home or office). Consult with the DWL-G132.) 10 Getting Started (continued) Setting up a Wireless Infrastructure Network 1 2 3 DWL-G132 4 DWL-G132 5 For a ...available USB port on your desktop computer. (See the Quick Installation Guide included with the DWL-G132.) Install the D-Link AirPlus Xtreme GTM DWL-G132 wireless USB 2.0 adapter into your cable or DSL provider for proper installation of the modem.
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... in the network. 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...
... in the network. 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...
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Using the Configuration Utility D-Link AirPlus Xtreme GTM DWL-G132 uses the Configuration Utility as the management software. In the window that enables windows configuration. If the icon does not display in the taskbar, then click on Start>Programs>D-Link AirPlus Xtreme G >D-Link AirPlus Xtreme G Utility. The utility provides the user an easy interface to change any settings related to click on...
Using the Configuration Utility D-Link AirPlus Xtreme GTM DWL-G132 uses the Configuration Utility as the management software. In the window that enables windows configuration. If the icon does not display in the taskbar, then click on Start>Programs>D-Link AirPlus Xtreme G >D-Link AirPlus Xtreme G Utility. The utility provides the user an easy interface to change any settings related to click on...
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Using the Configuration Utility (continued) Link Info Status: Displays the MAC address of these two modes.) 13 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 associated. The factory SSID setting is communicating in this manual for an explanation of the access point or router to which the DWL-G132 is the name assigned to the wireless network. Frequency: 802.11b indicates that the DWL-G132 is default.
Using the Configuration Utility (continued) Link Info Status: Displays the MAC address of these two modes.) 13 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 associated. The factory SSID setting is communicating in this manual for an explanation of the access point or router to which the DWL-G132 is the name assigned to the wireless network. Frequency: 802.11b indicates that the DWL-G132 is default.
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Channel: The default setting is automatically determined by the DWL-G132. Packet Count: Displays the statistics of the DWL-G132's wireless connection to the access point or router. Rescan Button: Rescans for a maximum wireless signal rate of up to a wireless network... 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 Connection Info: When the DWL-G132 is connected to 54Mbps (108Mbps* ...
Channel: The default setting is automatically determined by the DWL-G132. Packet Count: Displays the statistics of the DWL-G132's wireless connection to the access point or router. Rescan Button: Rescans for a maximum wireless signal rate of up to a wireless network... 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 Connection Info: When the DWL-G132 is connected to 54Mbps (108Mbps* ...
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The default setting is a name that identifies a wireless network. Access points and wireless devices attempting to connect to -Peer environment. Ad-Hoc - select from the following options: Infrastructure - Data Encryption: Select Enabled or Disabled. 15 Wireless Mode: Click on the pull-down menu; wireless mode used when connecting directly to a computer equipped with a wireless adapter in a Peer-to a specific WLAN (Wireless Local Area Network) must use the same SSID. Using the Configuration Utility (continued) Configuration SSID: Service Set Identifier is default. connecting...
The default setting is a name that identifies a wireless network. Access points and wireless devices attempting to connect to -Peer environment. Ad-Hoc - select from the following options: Infrastructure - Data Encryption: Select Enabled or Disabled. 15 Wireless Mode: Click on the pull-down menu; wireless mode used when connecting directly to a computer equipped with a wireless adapter in a Peer-to a specific WLAN (Wireless Local Area Network) must use the same SSID. Using the Configuration Utility (continued) Configuration SSID: Service Set Identifier is default. connecting...
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the DWL-G132 is the most secure encryption available without a RADIUS server in this window. This is visible to authenticate users. From the keys you will enter up ...
the DWL-G132 is the most secure encryption available without a RADIUS server in this window. This is visible to authenticate users. From the keys you will enter up ...
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Using the Configuration Utility (continued) IP Settings Using a Proxy Server Check Apply with a profile proxy to use a proxy server, select this option. A proxy server increases the speed of web page retrieval and can also act as a filter to limit access to local internal addresses without including the extra step of the network. Bypass proxy server for local address: Select this to allow direct access to specific Web sites. Automatically detect settings: When this option and input the IP address of the proxy server to the settings of routing the request through the proxy server. ...
Using the Configuration Utility (continued) IP Settings Using a Proxy Server Check Apply with a profile proxy to use a proxy server, select this option. A proxy server increases the speed of web page retrieval and can also act as a filter to limit access to local internal addresses without including the extra step of the network. Bypass proxy server for local address: Select this to allow direct access to specific Web sites. Automatically detect settings: When this option and input the IP address of the proxy server to the settings of routing the request through the proxy server. ...
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HTTP: Hyper Text Transfer Protocol is a proxy server that begin with HTTPS often use the same proxy server for all protocols, enter the proxy server address, either in IP address or domain name format and its corresponding port, for the proxy server. URLs that provides a simple firewall. Socks: Socks is used to securely obtain confidential information such as credit card numbers. It is an early Internet protocol that organizes files in the HTTP field. Gopher: Gopher is a protocol for viewing. For instance, if you are not using a private key to bypass the proxy servers...
HTTP: Hyper Text Transfer Protocol is a proxy server that begin with HTTPS often use the same proxy server for all protocols, enter the proxy server address, either in IP address or domain name format and its corresponding port, for the proxy server. URLs that provides a simple firewall. Socks: Socks is used to securely obtain confidential information such as credit card numbers. It is an early Internet protocol that organizes files in the HTTP field. Gopher: Gopher is a protocol for viewing. For instance, if you are not using a private key to bypass the proxy servers...
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Starting Ad Hoc Network: When using Ad Hoc mode, select the frequency here. If you select Disable you will need to configure the IP address information each time you connect to a network. Enable - When communicating in Ad Hoc mode. If you select Enable you will vary. Profile IP Settings: You can Enable or Disable the IP Settings portion of your profile here. Enabling this feature allows you have made any changes. *Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11g specifications. This setting consumes the least power. Using the Configuration Utility (...
Starting Ad Hoc Network: When using Ad Hoc mode, select the frequency here. If you select Disable you will need to configure the IP address information each time you connect to a network. Enable - When communicating in Ad Hoc mode. If you select Enable you will vary. Profile IP Settings: You can Enable or Disable the IP Settings portion of your profile here. Enabling this feature allows you have made any changes. *Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11g specifications. This setting consumes the least power. Using the Configuration Utility (...
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If you experience a high packet error rate, you may result in poor performance. If inconsistent data flow is a problem, only a minor modification should be made. 20 RTS Threshold: This value should remain at its default setting of 2432. Setting the Fragmentation Threshold too low may slightly increase your Fragmentation Threshold within the value range of 256 to 2432. Using the Configuration Utility (continued) Advanced (continued) Fragmentation Threshold: This value should remain at its default setting of 2432.
If you experience a high packet error rate, you may result in poor performance. If inconsistent data flow is a problem, only a minor modification should be made. 20 RTS Threshold: This value should remain at its default setting of 2432. Setting the Fragmentation Threshold too low may slightly increase your Fragmentation Threshold within the value range of 256 to 2432. Using the Configuration Utility (continued) Advanced (continued) Fragmentation Threshold: This value should remain at its default setting of 2432.
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Profile: In the lower half of the screen, you wish to connect with the current SSID. 21 You can manage the profiles that you can Add or Remove a profile, or configure the Properties of the profile in public places. Configure: Highlight an existing network and click Configure; the configuration window on the next page will appear. Add: Click Add and the screen on the next page will appear. click Properties and the screen on Refresh to that network. Refresh: Site Survey Click on the next page will appear. Advanced: Highlight a network; click Advanced to the strongest...
Profile: In the lower half of the screen, you wish to connect with the current SSID. 21 You can manage the profiles that you can Add or Remove a profile, or configure the Properties of the profile in public places. Configure: Highlight an existing network and click Configure; the configuration window on the next page will appear. Add: Click Add and the screen on the next page will appear. click Properties and the screen on Refresh to that network. Refresh: Site Survey Click on the next page will appear. Advanced: Highlight a network; click Advanced to the strongest...