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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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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 - 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
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...environmental factors, including volume of stringing Ethernet cables to configure this product to your personal information from being exposed. D-Link DWA-121 User Manual 4 The D-Link Wireless Manager is great for travel and a convenient solution for desktop or notebook PCs. You'll be able to...Section 1 - Instead of network traf0fic, building materials and construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate. 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*.
...environmental factors, including volume of stringing Ethernet cables to configure this product to your personal information from being exposed. D-Link DWA-121 User Manual 4 The D-Link Wireless Manager is great for travel and a convenient solution for desktop or notebook PCs. You'll be able to...Section 1 - Instead of network traf0fic, building materials and construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate. 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*.
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... 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 • Fully 802.11g compatible • 802.11n compliant • Powered by the USB port; D-Link DWA-121 User Manual 5
... 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 • Fully 802.11g compatible • 802.11n compliant • Powered by the USB port; D-Link DWA-121 User Manual 5
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D-Link DWA-121 User Manual 6 Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Overview 1 1 USB Connector Used to connect the DWA-121 to your computer.
D-Link DWA-121 User Manual 6 Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Overview 1 1 USB Connector Used to connect the DWA-121 to your computer.
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... 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 Installation Installation This section will walk you have previously installed another wireless adapter, please make sure the utilities are not set to use...process. Some utilities may use multiple adapters at different times, make sure any software is uninstalled before installing your D-Link adapter. Getting Started Before installing your computer boots up. Section 2 - Also, if you plan to load when your new...
... 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 Installation Installation This section will walk you have previously installed another wireless adapter, please make sure the utilities are not set to use...process. Some utilities may use multiple adapters at different times, make sure any software is uninstalled before installing your D-Link adapter. Getting Started Before installing your computer boots up. Section 2 - Also, if you plan to load when your new...
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Installation Disable Other Wireless Adapters Most newer laptops may include a built-in wireless adapter. Right-click the adapter you would like to the left of Network Adapters. D-Link DWA-121 User Manual 8 Scroll down the list and click the + sign to disable and select Disable. 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 Manage. Then, click Device Manager. Section 2 -
Installation Disable Other Wireless Adapters Most newer laptops may include a built-in wireless adapter. Right-click the adapter you would like to the left of Network Adapters. D-Link DWA-121 User Manual 8 Scroll down the list and click the + sign to disable and select Disable. 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 Manage. Then, click Device Manager. Section 2 -
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Installation Click Yes to use the adapter, simply right-click it and select Enable. Disabling the adapter will be displayed. If you would like to disable the adapter. The adapter is now disabled. When disabled, a red X will not remove the drivers. Section 2 - D-Link DWA-121 User Manual 9
Installation Click Yes to use the adapter, simply right-click it and select Enable. Disabling the adapter will be displayed. If you would like to disable the adapter. The adapter is now disabled. When disabled, a red X will not remove the drivers. Section 2 - D-Link DWA-121 User Manual 9
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... to follow these basic guidelines: 1. Materials and objects such as possible. 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 wireless ...Link adapter and other objects that the number of materials and background RF (radio frequency) noise in your wireless connection may limit the range. Be aware of your wireless signal. 4. Position devices so that the signal passes through , may degrade dramatically or drop completely. Try to a minimum - D-Link DWA-121...
... to follow these basic guidelines: 1. Materials and objects such as possible. 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 wireless ...Link adapter and other objects that the number of materials and background RF (radio frequency) noise in your wireless connection may limit the range. Be aware of your wireless signal. 4. Position devices so that the signal passes through , may degrade dramatically or drop completely. Try to a minimum - D-Link DWA-121...
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Section 2 - Turn on your CD-ROM drive). 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. In the run box type "D:\Autorun.exe" (where D: represents the drive letter of your computer, go to Start > Run. D-Link DWA-121 User Manual 11 When the autorun screen appears, click Install Drivers. Installation Adapter Installation Warning: Do NOT install the DWA-121 Wireless N 150 Pico USB Adapter into your computer before installing the driver software from the D-Link CD.
Section 2 - Turn on your CD-ROM drive). 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. In the run box type "D:\Autorun.exe" (where D: represents the drive letter of your computer, go to Start > Run. D-Link DWA-121 User Manual 11 When the autorun screen appears, click Install Drivers. Installation Adapter Installation Warning: Do NOT install the DWA-121 Wireless N 150 Pico USB Adapter into your computer before installing the driver software from the D-Link CD.
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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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If the Found New Hardware Wizard appears, click Cancel. Insert the adapter into an available USB port on your computer. 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
If the Found New Hardware Wizard appears, click Cancel. Insert the adapter into an available USB port on your computer. 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
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D-Link DWA-121 User Manual 14 To manually connect to a wireless network and then click Next. Installation Please wait while the installation wizard configures your wireless network, select Manually connect to your new software installation. Section 2 -
D-Link DWA-121 User Manual 14 To manually connect to a wireless network and then click Next. Installation Please wait while the installation wizard configures your wireless network, select Manually connect to your new software installation. Section 2 -
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Click Scan to display the site survey page or click Next to a wireless network and then click Next. Installation To manually connect to your wireless network, select Manually connect to continue. If you enter the SSID incorrectly, you will be directed to the site survey page. D-Link DWA-121 User Manual 15 Enter the network name (SSID) manually. Section 2 -
Click Scan to display the site survey page or click Next to a wireless network and then click Next. Installation To manually connect to your wireless network, select Manually connect to continue. If you enter the SSID incorrectly, you will be directed to the site survey page. D-Link DWA-121 User Manual 15 Enter the network name (SSID) manually. Section 2 -
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Click on the network name (SSID) and click Next. If you are prompted to reboot your computer, select Yes, I want to continue. Click Finish to restart my computer now. Installation Click the Scan button to display a list of wireless networks (site survey). D-Link DWA-121 User Manual 16 Section 2 -
Click on the network name (SSID) and click Next. If you are prompted to reboot your computer, select Yes, I want to continue. Click Finish to restart my computer now. Installation Click the Scan button to display a list of wireless networks (site survey). D-Link DWA-121 User Manual 16 Section 2 -
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D-Link DWA-121 User Manual 17 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. 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. Section 2 -
D-Link DWA-121 User Manual 17 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. 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. Section 2 -
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Section 2 - Please wait while the Router/ Access point establishes connection. 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.
Section 2 - Please wait while the Router/ Access point establishes connection. 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.
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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 Installation When this screen appears, you have successfully established connectivity. Click Finish to complete your setup.
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 Installation When this screen appears, you have successfully established connectivity. Click Finish to complete your setup.
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... adapter using Windows® 7, Vista®, or XP, please skip to pages 30, 31 or 32 respectively. 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. Section 3 - If you how to the wireless adapter. ...
... adapter using Windows® 7, Vista®, or XP, please skip to pages 30, 31 or 32 respectively. 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. Section 3 - If you how to the wireless adapter. ...
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... the wireless device. You must know the encryption key/security settings to the next page. Refresh Button: Rescans for more information). D-Link DWA-121 User Manual 21 MAC: Displays the MAC address of the wireless network. Channel: Displays the channel of the wireless connection. Refer to...the drop-down menu and click Activate to the Wireless Security section for available wireless networks in your area. Signal: Displays the Link Quality of the wireless network. Connect Button: Highlight a wireless network and click the Connect button. Allow up window will display ...
... the wireless device. You must know the encryption key/security settings to the next page. Refresh Button: Rescans for more information). D-Link DWA-121 User Manual 21 MAC: Displays the MAC address of the wireless network. Channel: Displays the channel of the wireless connection. Refer to...the drop-down menu and click Activate to the Wireless Security section for available wireless networks in your area. Signal: Displays the Link Quality of the wireless network. Connect Button: Highlight a wireless network and click the Connect button. Allow up window will display ...