D Line DGL-3420 User manual

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Contents
Package Contents ................................................................................ 4
Minimum System Requirements .............................................................. 4
Introduction ....................................................................................... 5
Features and Benefits ........................................................................... 6
LEDs ................................................................................................................... 7
Wireless Basics .................................................................................. 8
Standards-based Technology .............................................................................. 9
Installation Considerations .................................................................................. 9
Requirements for using the DGL-3420’s Web Configuration Utility ....... 10
Using the Configuration Interface ........................................................... 10
Basic ................................................................................................................. 11
Wizard ......................................................................................................... 11
Wireless Security Setup Wizard ............................................................. 12
LAN ............................................................................................................. 14
LAN Settings .......................................................................................... 14
Wireless ...................................................................................................... 15
Wireless Settings ................................................................................... 15
Wireless Security Mode ............................................................................... 16
WEP ....................................................................................................... 16
Wireless Security > WEP ............................................................................. 17
WPA-Personal ........................................................................................ 18
Tools ................................................................................................................. 19
Admin .......................................................................................................... 19
Password ............................................................................................... 19
Save and Restore Configuration............................................................. 19
Tools > Firmware ......................................................................................... 20

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Tools > System ............................................................................................ 20
Status > Device Info .................................................................................... 21
Status > Statistics........................................................................................ 21
Help ............................................................................................................. 22
Troubleshooting ................................................................................ 23
Technical Specifications ...................................................................... 29
Contacting Technical Support ................................................................ 32
Warranty......................................................................................... 33
Registration ..................................................................................... 37

Package Contents
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Package Contents
D-Link®DGL-3420GamerLounge™GamingAdapter
Cat5 Ethernet Cable
Power Adapter (5.0V, 2.0A)
CD-ROM with Manual
Quick Installation Guide
Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage than the one included with your product
will cause damage and void the warranty for this product.
If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller.
Minimum System Requirements
To Change Default Settings you will need a PC with the following:
1.2GHz Processor
256MB Memory
CD-ROM Drive
Ethernet Adapter with TCP/IP Protocol Installed
Windows® XP/2000/Me or Mac® OS X v10.3/v10.2/v10.1
Internet Explorer v6 or Netscape® Navigator v7
For Use: You will need an Ethernet-enabled device such as a game console, laptop or desktop
computer, or set top box.The DGL-3420 will transform virtually any Ethernet device into a wireless
device, enabling wireless communication over your network or in an Ad-Hoc/Peer-to-Peer mode.

Introduction
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Introduction
*Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11a/11b/11g specifications. Actual data throughput will
vary. Network conditions and environmental factors lower actual data throughput rate.
D-Link announces the DGL-3420 High-SpeedWireless Gaming Adapter.
TheDGL-3420 adds802.11a/g wireless connectivityto your Ethernet-enabledgaming console.The
dual band capability allows you to connect with either 802.11a networks or 802.11g and 802.11b
networks.
The DGL-3420 works with any Ethernet-ready game console, making it ideal for both head-to-head
andonline gaming.UseWireless Gaming Adapterstowirelessly connecttwo game systems to each
other or use one to connect your system to a wireless network.
And when not gaming, you can use the DGL-3420 to make any Ethernet-enabled device, such as a
mediaset-top box,wireless.The DGL-3420 is a trueplug & playdevice that requires no configuration
and is ready to work right out of the box.
The Wireless Gaming Adapter is also highly configurable, using any Java-enabled Web browser.
With support for several advanced security features, including Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) and
128-bit WEP encryption, the Wireless Gaming Adapter also provides protection for your wireless
network.
The DGL-3420 offers data transfer rates with a maximum wireless signal rate of up to 108Mbps*
(15xfasterthanstandard 802.11brates) and workswith all802.11a or802.11g networks.Thedevice
is also backwards compatible with 802.11b wireless networks.This Gaming Adapter provides lag-
free performance and allows your gaming console to join your wireless network.

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Features and Benefits
Enables wireless connectivity for an Ethernet-enabled gaming console
Five times faster using 802.11g - achieve data transfer speeds up to 54Mbps (108Mbps* in
Super G mode); up to 5x faster than conventional 802.11b networks, when used with other
802.11g devices
Dual band capability makes the DGL-3420 fully compliant with the 802.11a standard, 802.11g
standard and interoperable with all existing 802.11b compliant devices
Quick and Simple connectivity via Ethernet
Equipped with one 10/100 Ethernet port, Auto-MDI/MDIX
EasyWeb-based configuration when changing settings
Encryption provides a level of security for data transfers
Supports Ad-Hoc or Infrastructure modes
*Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11a/11b/11g specifications. Actual data throughput will
vary. Network conditions and environmental factors lower actual data throughput rate.

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LEDs
Wireless – a steady light indicates a
wirelessconnection.
A blinking light indicates that the
DGL-3420 is receiving/transmitting
from/to the wireless network.
System – a steady light
indicates a proper connection
to a gaming console.
Power – a steady light
indicates a proper
connection to a power
source.

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Wireless Basics
D-Link wireless products are based on industry standards to provide easy-to-use and compatible
high-speedwireless connectivitywithin yourhome,business,oron publicaccesswireless networks.
D-Linkwireless productswill allowyouaccess to the data you want,when andwhere youwantit.You
will be able to enjoy the freedom that wireless networking brings.
AWLAN is a cellular computernetwork that transmits andreceives data with radiosignals instead of
wires.WLANsare usedincreasingly inboth home and office environments,andpublicareas suchas
airports,coffeeshopsanduniversities.Innovative ways toutilizeWLAN technology arehelping people
to work and communicate more efficiently.Increased mobility and the absence of cabling and other
fixed infrastructure have proven to be beneficial for many users.
Wireless users can use the same applications they use on a wired network. Wireless adapter cards
used on laptop and desktop systems support the same protocols as Ethernet adapter cards.
People use wireless LAN technology for many different purposes:
Mobility - Productivityincreaseswhen people have accessto data inanylocationwithin theoperating
rangeof theWLAN. Managementdecisions based on real-time informationcan significantly improve
worker efficiency.
Low Implementation Costs –WLANs are easy to set up, manage, change and relocate.Networks
that frequently change can benefit from WLANs ease of implementation. WLANs can operate in
locations where installation of wiring may be impractical.
Installation and Network Expansion - Installing a WLAN system can be fast and easy and can
eliminatethe needto pullcablethrough walls andceilings.Wireless technology allowsthe network to
go where wires cannot go - even outside the home or office.
Scalability – WLANs can be configured in a variety of topologies to meet the needs of specific
applicationsandinstallations.Configurationsare easily changed andrangefrompeer-to-peernetworks
suitable for a small number of users to larger infrastructure networks to accommodate hundreds or
thousands of users, depending on the number of wireless devices deployed.
InexpensiveSolution -Wirelessnetworkdevicesare as competitivelypricedasconventionalEthernet
network devices.

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Standards-based Technology
The DGL-3420Wireless Gaming Adapter utilizes the 802.11a, 802.11b and 802.11g standard.
TheIEEE 802.11g standardis an extensionof the 802.11b standard. It increases the data rate up to
54Mbps within the 2.4GHz band.The 802.11a standard also increases the data rate up to 54Mbps,
but within the 5GHz band.Both 802.11a and 802.11g utilize OFDM technology.
This means that in most environments, within the specified range of this device, you will be able to
transferlargefiles quickly or evenwatcha movieinMPEG format over yournetworkwithoutnoticeable
delays. This technology works by transmitting high-speed digital data over a radio wave utilizing
OFDM (Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing) technology.OFDM works by splitting the radio
signalintomultiplesmallersub-signalsthatare then transmittedsimultaneouslyat differentfrequencies
to the receiver. OFDM reduces the amount of crosstalk (interference) in signal transmissions.
In addition to its compatibility with 802.11g and 802.11a devices, the DGL-3420 is compatible with
802.11b devices. This means that if you have an existing 802.11b network, or a network with a
mixture of 802.11g, 802.11a and 802.11b, the devices in that network will be compatible with the
DGL-3420.
Installation Considerations
The D-Link DGL-3420 lets you access your network, using a wireless connection, from virtually
anywherewithinits operatingrange.Keep in mind, however,thatthe number, thicknessand location
of walls, ceilings, or other objects that the wireless signals must pass through, may limit the range.
Typicalranges vary depending onthe typesof materials and backgroundRF (radio frequency)noise
in your home or business.The key to maximizing wireless range is to follow these basic guidelines:
Keep the number of walls and ceilings between the DGL-3420 and other network devices to a
minimum - each wall or ceiling can reduce your D-Link wireless product’s range from 3-90 feet
(1-30 meters).Position your devices so that the number of walls or ceilings is minimized.
Be aware of the direct line between network devices.A wall that is 1.5 feet thick (.5 meters), at a
45-degreeangle appears to bealmost 3 feet(1 meter)thick.At a 2-degree angle it looks over 42
feet (14 meters) thick! Position devices so that the signal will travel straight through a wall or
ceiling (instead of at an angle) for better reception.
Building Materials can impede the wireless signal - a solid metal door or aluminum studs may
have a negative effect on range. Try to position wireless devices and computers with wireless
adapters so that the signal passes through drywall or open doorways and not other materials.
Keep your product away (at least 3-6 feet or 1-2 meters) from electrical devices or appliances
that generate extreme RF noise.

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Using the Configuration Interface
Requirements for using the DGL-3420’s Web Configuration Utility
If you are incorporating the DGL-3420 into a network that contains all D-Link devices, you do not
need to use the Web Configuration utility.With its default settings, the DGL-3420 will connect with
other D-Link 802.11a, 802.11b or 802.11g devices that are set to their default settings, with no
configurationneeded!
If your network contains devices other than D-Link devices, or if you wish to configure the
DGL-3420, you will need to do the following before using theWeb Configuration Utility:
You will need a Java-enabled Web browser such as the Internet Explorer 6.0 or later, or the
Netscape Navigator 7.0 or later.
You will needto assign toyourPCanIP address withinthenetwork oftheDGL-3420.Forexample,
you can assign a static IP address of 192.168.0.2 and a subnet mask of 255.255.255.0 to the
computer that you will use for configuration.
(Please refer to theTroubleshooting section of this manual for more information.)
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2
Operating Mode: Infrastructure
SSID: default
Channel: 6
Transmission rates: Auto
Encryption:
Blank (no password needed)
Administrator Password:
No
IP Address Mode: Static
IPAddress:
IP Subnet:
username: admin
255.255.255.0
192.168.0.30
Factory Default Settings for the DGL-3420

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The Configuration Interface can be accessed from your Web browser. Open up your Web browser
and type http://192.168.0.30 in the address field and press Enter.The Configuration Interface login
screen will appear. By default, there is no password. Click on the Log In button to access the
Configuration main screen.
Basic
The Basic settings tab contains the SetupWizard, and network setting options.
Basic > Wizard
Wizard
TheWizard screen contains a wizard that assists you with the configuration of your D-Link®Wireless
GamingAdapter.

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Wireless Security Setup Wizard
TheWirelessSecurity SetupWizard will assist youwithsetting up your wireless network.The stepby
step guide will ask you for the necessary information to secure your wireless network.The Wireless
Security Setup Wizard guides you through the following steps:
To begin, click on the LaunchWireless Security SetupWizard button.
The WelcomeTo The D-Link Wireless Security Setup Wizard screen appears, click Next to
continue.
Step1:Choose Ad-Hoc Mode or Infrastructure Modepromptsyoutoselectthe type ofnetwork
youwillbe using.Ad-Hoc mode is Peer-to-Peernetworkingwhere devicescommunicate directly
without a router. Infrastructure mode is a network that includes a router.
Step 2: Choose 802.11a or 802.11g for your wireless network prompts you to select the
wirelessband thatyouwill be communicatingwith inyournetwork.All the deviceson the network
must share the same wireless band.
Step 3: NameYour Wireless Network prompts you to select a wireless name.You must select
a name so that other devices on the network will recognize the network. It is advised that you
change the name from the pre-configured name of default. Click on Site Survey for a list of
available networks and their names.

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Step 4:Select a channel for your wireless network.Awireless network uses specificchannels
in the 2.4GHz and 5GHz wireless spectrum to handle communication between clients. Some
channels in your area may have interference from other electronic devices.Choose the clearest
channel to help optimize the performance and coverage of your wireless network.
Step 5: Secure your wireless network. In order to protect your network from hackers and
unauthorized users, it is highly recommended you use encryption.Enable it here and enter the
encryption key values.Disabled is selected here.
Step 5: Secure your wireless network. Enabled is selected here. Select the key length and
select ASCII or Hexadecimal format.You may enter up to 4 WEP keys.Finally, select the WEP
key that will be active (Default).Click Next.
Setup Complete! The SetupWizard has completed.Click Prev to modify changes or mistakes.
Click Save to save the current settings and reboot the DGL-3420.
This screen will display while the DGL-3420 reboots.

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LAN
Your internalnetwork settings are configured based on theIP Addressand Subnet Mask assigned in
this section. The IP address is also used to access this Web-based management interface. It is
recommended that you use the default settings if you do not have an existing network.
LAN Settings
CheckEnabletoreceivean IP address from a DHCP server.CheckDisable
to manually enter IP address information.
The IP address of the wireless gaming adapter on the local area network.
The IP address assigned here is based on your local network settings.The
default IP address is 192.168.0.30
Thesubnet mask ofyourwirelessgamingadapter onthe local areanetwork.
The default subnet mask is 255.255.255.0
This option is used if you have multiple gateways. Enter the IP address of
the gateway on your network.
Enable DHCP:
IP Address:
Default Subnet Mask:
Gateway:
Basic > LAN

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Wireless
The wireless section is used to configure the wireless settings for your D-Link Router.
Wireless Settings
Select Ad-hoc or Infrastructure mode. (Ad-hoc mode is Peer-to-Peer
networking, exluding an access point. Infrastructure mode includes an
access point in your network.)
Select IEEE802.11g or IEEE802.11a.
Service Set Identifier (SSID) is the name designated for a specific wireless
local area network (WLAN).The SSID’s factory default setting is default.
TheSSID canbe easilychanged to connect to an existingwireless network
or to establish a new wireless network.
Clickto scan thearea within therangeof the gamingadapter foran available
wireless network to connect to.
52 is the default channel when 802.11a is selected.6is the default channel
when 802.11g is selected.All devices on the network must share the same
channel.
Select the transmission rate from the pulldown menu.The default setting is
Auto.
Select between Disable, Super A or G without Turbo, Super A or G with
Dynamic Turbo, or Super A or G with Static Turbo.
Wireless Mode:
Wireless Band:
Wireless Network
Name (SSID):
Site Survey:
Channel:
Transmission Rate:
Super A/G™Mode:
Super Mode without
Turbo:
Wireless > Wireless
SuperMode is a group of performance enhancementfeaturesthat increase
end user application throughput in an 802.11a/g network. For top
performance, all wireless devices on the network should be Super Mode
capable. Select either Disabled, Super Mode without Turbo, Super Mode
with DynamicTurbo, or Super Mode with StaticTurbo.
CapableofPacket Bursting, FastFrames,Compression, and noTurbomode.
Super Mode with
Dynamic Turbo: CapableofPacketBursting, FastFrames, Compression,and DynamicTurbo.
This setting is backwards compatible with non-Turbo (legacy) devices.
Dynamic Turbo mode is only enabled when all devices on the wireless
network are configured with Super Mode with DynamicTurbo enabled.
Super Mode with
Static Turbo: Capable of Packet Bursting, FastFrames, Compression, and Static Turbo.
This setting is not backwards compatible with non-Turbo (legacy) devices.
Static turbo mode is always on and is only enabled when all the devices on
the wireless network are configured with Super Mode with Static Turbo
enabled.

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Wireless Security Mode
To protect your privacy, use the wireless security mode to configure the wireless security features.
This device supports two wireless security modes including: WEP and WPA-Personal.WEP is the
original wireless encryption standard.WPA provides a higher level of security.WPA-Personal does
not require an authentication server.
WEP
Amethod of encryptingdata for wireless communication intended to providethe samelevelof privacy
asa wired network.WEP is not as secure asWPAencryption.To gain access to aWEP network,you
must know the key. The key is a string of characters that you create. When using WEP, you must
determine thelevel ofencryption.The type ofencryptiondeterminesthekeylength.128-bit encryption
requires a longer key than 64-bit encryption. Keys are defined by entering in a string in HEX
(hexadecimal - using characters 0-9, A-F) or ASCII (American Standard Code for Information
Interchange – alphanumeric characters) format. ASCII format is provided so you can enter a string
that is easier to remember.The ASCII string is converted to HEX for use over the network. Four keys
can be defined so that you can change keys easily. By default, key 1 is selected for use on the
network.
Example:
64-bit hexadecimal keys are exactly 10 characters in length.
(12345678FA is a valid string of 10 characters for 64-bit encryption)
128-bit hexadecimal keys are exactly 26 characters in length.
(456FBCDF123400122225271730 is a valid string of 26 characters for 128-bit encryption)
64-bit ASCII keys are exactly 5 characters in length
(DMODE is a valid string of 5 characters for 64-bit encryption)
128-bit ASCII keys are exactly 13 characters in length
(2002HALOSWIN1 is a valid string of 13 characters for 128-bit encryption)

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WEP is selected here.
Wireless Security Mode:
After you have configured this page select Save Settings to save the
settings, or click Don’t Save Settings if you do not wish to save them.
Wireless Security:
Wireless Security > WEP
Select theWEP key length here.WEP Key Length:
SelectASCII or Hexadecimal keytype here.(ASCII orAmericanStandard
Code for Information Interchange is a code for representing English letters
as numbers from 0-127. Hexadecimal digits consist of the numbers 0-9
and the letters A-F).
WEP Key Type:
WhenyouselectWEPencryption,youcan enter up to fourWEP keys in the
fields provided.
WEP Keys 1-4:
Of the fourWEP keys entered, select the default WEP key here.
Default WEP Key:
Select Open or Shared depending on your existing wireless network
encryption settings.
Authentication:

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AfteryouhaveconfiguredthispageselectSaveSettings tosave thesettings,
or click Don’t Save Settings if you do not wish to save them.
WPA-Personal
This option usesWi-Fi Protected Access with a Pre-Shared Key (PSK).
Enter the secret passphrase here. WPA-PSK (Pre-shared key) provides
authenticationthrough theuse ofthis passphrase,that is sharedby devices
on the network. This is the most secure encryption available without a
RADIUS server.
The key is entered as a pass-phrase of up to 63 characters in ASCII format
atboth endsof thewireless connection.Thepass-phrase cannot be shorter
than 8 characters.The pass-phrase is used to generate session keys that
are unique for each wireless client.
WPA-Personal is selected here.
WPA: When WPA is selected, select the cipher type here.
The Cipher type is the encryption algorithm used to secure the data
communication.TKIP (TemporalKeyIntegrity Protocol)provides per packet
keygenerationand isbased onWEP.AES(AdvancedEncryption Standard)
is a very secure block based encryption.
Wireless Security Mode:
Wireless Security:
Pre-Shared Key:

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Password:
Verify Password:
Save the
configuration:
Restore the
configuration:
Tools > Admin
Tools
Admin
The Admin option is used to set a password for access to the Web-based management.By default
there is no password configured.It is highly recommended that you create a password to keep your
new wireless gaming adapter secure.
Password
Enter a password that will grant access to the Web-based management
interface.
Re-enter the password to confirm the desired password.
Thisoption allowsyou tosavethe wireless gaming adapter configuration to
afile onyour computer.Be sureto savethe configuration beforeperforming
a firmware upgrade.
Use this option to load previously saved wireless gaming adapter
configurationsettings.
Save and Restore Configuration

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Firmware Upgrade:
Tools > System
Click Reboot the Device to apply the system settings and restart the
DGL-3420.
Click Restore all settings to the factory defaults to return the DGL-3420 to
its factory default settings.
Reboot the device:
Restore all settings to
the factory default:
Tools > System
Tools > Firmware
After you have downloaded the most recent version of the firmware from
www.support.dlink.com you can browse your hard drive to locate the
downloaded file and click upload to update the firmware.