D-Link DWA-547 User manual

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Package Contents
D-Link DWA-547
RangeBooster N™650 Desktop Adapter
System Requirements
If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller.
Manual, QIG, software,
and warranty on CD
• A desktop computer with an available 32-bit PCI slot
• Windows®2000 or XP
• 300MHz processor and at least 64MB of RAM
• An 802.11n1or 802.11g access point (for Infrastructure mode),
or another 802.11n or 802.11g wireless adapter (for Ad-Hoc
networking mode.)
1Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11g and draft 802.11n specifications. Actual data throughput will
vary. Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of network traffic, building materials and construction, and
network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate. Environmental factors will adversely affect wireless signal range.

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Hardware Overview
WLAN LED
A solid light indicates that wireless is
ready. This LED blinks during wireless
data transmission.

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Installation Considerations
The D-Link wireless adapter lets you access your network using a wireless
connection from virtually anywhere within the operating range of your wireless
network. Keep in mind, however, that the number, thickness and location of
walls, ceilings, or other objects that the wireless signals must pass through,
may limit the range. Typical ranges vary depending on the types of materials
and background RF (radio frequency) noise in your home or business. The
key to maximizing wireless range is to follow these basic guidelines:
1. Keep the number of walls and ceilings between the D-Link adapter
and other network devices to a minimum - each wall or ceiling can
reduce your adapter’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 of the direct line between network devices. A wall that
is 1.5 feet thick (.5 meters), at a 45-degree angle appears to be
almost 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.
3. Building Materials make a difference. A solid metal door or aluminum
studs may have a negative effect on range. Try to position access
points, wireless routers, and computers so that the signal passes
through drywall or open doorways. Materials and objects such
as glass, steel, metal, walls with insulation, water (sh tanks),
mirrors, le cabinets, brick, and concrete will degrade your wireless
signal.
4. Keep your product away (at least 3-6 feet or 1-2 meters) from
electrical devices or appliances that generate RF noise.
5. If you are using 2.4GHz cordless phones or X-10 (wireless products
such as ceiling fans, lights, and home security systems), your
wireless connection may degrade dramatically or drop completely.
Make sure your 2.4GHz phone base is as far away from your
wireless devices as possible. The base transmits a signal even if
the phone in not in use.

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You will need to turn off your PC
to install the card. Once your
computer is turned off, unplug the
power cord from the computer.
Open the case and insert the
D-Link adapter into an available
PCI slot. Once inserted, close the
case and insert the power cable
into the computer. Turn on your
computer.
Note: Before installing, write down
the serial number and hardware
revision (e.g. A1) in case you need
to contact technical support.
When your computer boots up you
may see the Found New Hardware
wizard screen.
Hardware Installation
Click Cancel

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Adapter Installation
Note: Please install the DWA-547 Desktop Adapter into your computer
before installing the driver software from the D-Link CD. Refer to page
5. When the “Add New Hardware” wizard appears, click Cancel.
Insert the D-Link DWA-547 Driver CD in the CD-ROM drive. The
step-by-step instructions that follow are shown in Windows®XP.
The steps and screens are similar for the other Windows operating
systems.
If the CD Autorun function does not automatically start on your
computer, go to Start > Run. In the run box type “D:\DWA547.exe”
(where D: represents the drive letter of your CD-ROM drive).
When the autorun screen appears, click Install Drivers.

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The InstallShieldWizard window
will appear.
Setup will install to the default
location: C:\Program Files\D-Link\
DWA-547, where C: represents the
drive letter of your hard drive. To
install to a different location click
Browse and specify the location.
Click Next
Click Next
Click Next

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For Windows®XP: This Software
Installation alert screen will appear.
Click Continue Anyway
Click Finish
The D-Link Conguration Wizard will
now appear.
If you are using Windows®XP (SP2),
you will have the option to use
either the D-Link utility or the built-in
Windows®Wireless utility.
Click Next

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Click Yes, I want to restart my
computer now to finalize the
installation.
Click Finish
Enter the network name (SSID)
manually. If you enter the SSID
incorrectly, you will automatically
be brought to the site survey page.
Click Scan to display the site survey
page.
Click Next
Click on the network name (SSID)
and click Next.
Click Next

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Connect to a Wireless Network
The D-Link DWA-547 uses the Wireless Connection Manager as
the management software. The manager provides the user an easy
interface to change any settings related to the wireless adapter. After
you have completed the installation of the DWA-547, the Wireless
Connection Manager is loaded on your desktop.
Double-click on the icon to start the Wireless Connection Manager.
If you are using Windows®XP, please skip to page 13.
This window will allow you to see available wireless networks in your
area. Simply click the network (SSID) you want to connect to and
click the Connect button.

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If you are attempting to connect to a secure network, You must supply
the encryption key that is on the router or access point you are trying
to connect to.
Please refer to the manual on the CD for more information on Wireless
Security.
If the network you are connecting to is using WEP, enter the WEP
key for the network and click OK.
If the network you are connecting to is using WPA-PSK, enter the
passphrase for the network and click OK.

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If the network you are connecting to is using WPA-PSK2, enter the
passphrase for the network and click OK.

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Windows®XP users may use the built-in wireless utility. The following
instructions are for Service Pack 2 users.
If you are using Windows®2000, you must use the D-Link Wireless
Connection Manager. Please refer to page 10.
If you receive the Wireless
Networks Detected bubble,
click on the center of the bubble
to access the utility.
Windows®XP Configuration Utility
You may also right-click on
the wireless computer icon in
your system tray (lower-right
corner next to the time). Select
View Available Wireless
Networks.
The utility will display any
available wireless networks in
your area. Click on a network
and click the Connect button.
Refer to the Wireless Security
section in the manual for
information on connecting to a
secure network.
If you want to use the D-Link Wireless Connection Manager instead
of the Windows®XP wireless utility, refer to the next page.

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If you want to use the D-Link Wireless Connection Manager you must
disable the Windows®XP wireless utility.
Right-click on the wireless computer icon in your system tray (lower
right corner next to the time). Select View Available Wireless
Networks.
Disabling The Windows®XP Utility
In the Choose a Wireless Network window click Change Advanced
Settings on the left side below Related Tasks.

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In the Wireless Network Connection Properties window, uncheck
Use Windows to congure my wireless network settings and
then click OK.
You can now use the D-Link Wireless Connection Manager to
congure your wireless adapter.
Double-click the Wireless Connection
Manager icon on your desktop.

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Technical Support
D-Link’s website contains the latest user documentation and
software updates for D-Link products.
U.S. and Canadian customers can contact D-Link Technical
Support through our website or by phone.
United States
Telephone
[phone]
Twenty four hours a day, seven days a week.
World Wide Web
http://support.dlink.com
E-mail
[email protected]
Canada
Telephone
[phone]
Monday through Friday, 7:30am to 9:00pm EST.
World Wide Web
http://support.dlink.ca
E-mail
[email protected]
Version 1.00
September 12, 2006
2907DA547A16001
Copyright ©2006 D-Link Corporation/D-Link Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. D-Link and the D-Link logo are registered
trademarks of D-Link Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States and other countries. Other trademarks are the property
of their respective owners. This product is based on IEEE draft 802.11n specifications and is not guaranteed to be forward
compatible with future versions of IEEE 802.11n specifications. Compatibility with draft 802.11n devices from other manufacturers
is not guaranteed. All references to speed and range are for comparison purposes only. Product specifications, size and shape
are subject to change without notice, and actual product appearance may differ from that depicted herein.