D-Link DWA-548 User manual

DWA-548
Wireless N 300 PCI Express Desktop Adapter
300
N
Enable superior reception
from greater distances
Connect to any standard
PCI Express (PCIe) slot
Wirelessly stream HD video,
share les, and surf the web
Wireless N technology enables and enhances your
web surng
Fits any standard PCI Express slot
Access a secure wireless network using advanced
WPA or WPA2 encryption
Easy to install and use with the D-Link Setup Wizard
and Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS)
Backward compatible with 802.11b/g devices
including game consoles and digital media players
Increased bandwidth, reliability, and functionality
over legacy PCI cards
Product Highlights Better Speeds and Better Coverage
The DWA-548 Wireless N 300 PCI Express Desktop Adapter lets you connect to your
wireless network with faster speeds and from greater distances. The improved wireless
coverage and better speeds allow you to enjoy faster and more reliable connections
throughout your home.
The Benets of PCI Express
PCI Express provides a high-bandwidth connection with superior performance over the
legacy PCI interface.You can connect the Wireless N 300 PCI Express Desktop Adapter to
any PCIe slot in your computer, whether it is an x1, x4, x8, or x16 slot.

DWA-548 Wireless N 300 PCI Express Desktop Adapter
Package Contents
• WirelessN300PCIExpressDesktopAdapter
• Lowprolemountingbracket
• QuickInstallGuide
• CD-ROM6
Minimum System Requirements
Computer with:
• Windows7®5,WindowsVista®5,orWindows®XPSP25
• InternetExplorer®v6,Mozilla®Firefox®v3.0, 
 GoogleChromeorSafari
• CD-ROMDrive
• InternetExplorer®v7orMozilla®Firefox®v3.0
• 20MBHardDiskDrive
• 32-bitPCIExpressSlot
For Internet Access:
• CableorDSLModem
• WirelessRouter
• SubscriptionwithanInternetServiceProvider(ISP)
Suggested Products:
• D-LinkWirelessN300Router(DIR-645)
Features
• IEEE802.11nand802.11gCompliant
• Wi-FiProtectedSetup(WPS)foreasyconnection
to a wireless network
• WorkswithWindows®ZeroCongurationUtility
• PCIExpressInterfaceProvidesHigherPerformance
than a Legacy PCI Interface2
• 24/7BasicInstallationSupport3
• 1-YearLimitedWarranty4
Get Connected and Stay Connected
Powered by Wireless N technology, this adapter provides high-performance wireless connectivity.
The DWA-548 is designed for use in bigger homes and for users that demand higher networking
performance. Maximize your wireless performance by connecting this adapter to a Wireless N
router and stay connected from virtually anywhere in your home. The DWA-548 is also backward
compatible with 802.11g and 802.11b technology. This adapter supports WPA and WPA2
encryption that allow you to connect securely to a wireless network.
Easy to Set Up and Use
A Quick Setup Wizard guides users through a simplied installation process so that you can
congure this adapter without having to call a networking expert for help.Wireless Manager
software is included with this product to keep track of all most frequently accessed networks. With
unmatched wireless performance, reception, and security, this adapter is the best choice for easily
adding or upgrading wireless connectivity to desktop computers.
WhatThis Product Does
The DWA-548 Wireless N 300 PCI Express Desktop Adapter connects your computer to a high-
speedwirelessnetworkandprovidesafastwirelessconnectionwithsuperiorreception.Once
connected, you can access your network’s high-speed Internet connection while also getting
secure access to shared photos, les, music, video, printers, and storage.
Modem RouterInternet Computer with
DWA-548

Building Networks for People
DWA-548 Wireless N 300 PCI Express Desktop Adapter
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Technical Specications
OS Support
• Windows7,Vista,orXPSP3
Standards
• IEEE802.11g
• IEEE802.11n
Interface
• PCIExpress(PCIe)
Security
• Wi-FiProtectedAccess(WPA™&WPA2™)
• 64/128-bitWEP
• Wi-FiProtectedSetup-PIN&PBC
Antenna
• Detachable2dBidipoleantenna
Diagnostic LED
• Activity
OperatingTemperature
• 32to104˚F(0to40˚C)
Storage Temperature
• -4to149˚F(-20to65˚C)
Operating Humidity
• 10%to90%(Non-condensing)
Storage Humidity
• 5%to95%(Non-condensing)
Dimensions
• 2.5“x2.2”x0.4”
(63.5 x 55 x 11.42 mm)
Weight
• 42.5g(1.5oz)
Certications
• FCCClassB
• IC
• Wi-Fi
• Wi-FiProtectedSetup
• CE
1MaximumwirelesssignalratederivedfromIEEEStandard802.11specications.Actualdatathroughputwillvary.Networkconditionsandenvironmentalfactors,includingvolumeofnetworktrac,buildingmaterialsandconstruction,and
networkoverhead,loweractualdatathroughputrate.Environmentalfactorswilladverselyaectwirelesssignalrange.WirelessrangeandspeedratesareD-LinkRELATIVEperformancemeasurementsbasedonthewirelessrangeandspeedrates
ofastandardWirelessGproductfromD-Link.MaximumthroughputbasedonD-Link802.11ndevices.
2MaximumthroughputandperformancederivedfromPCIandPCIExpressspecications.
324/7BasicInstallationSupportisavailableonlyintheUSAfortherst30daysfromdateoforiginalpurchase.
41-YearLimitedWarrantyavailableonlyintheUSAandCanada.
5ComputermustadheretoMicrosoft’srecommendedSystemRequirements.PleasecontactMicrosoftfordetails.
6Latest software and documentation are available at http://support.dlink.com.
All references to speed and range, including the performance chart, are for comparison purposes only. Product specications, size, and shape are subject to change without notice, and actual product appearance may dier from that depicted on
the package. See inside package for warranty details.
ChoosetheRightProduct for You
SPEED & RANGE
Connect your PC to a wireless network
Better speed and range over Wireless G1
Backward compatible with Wireless G
Ideal for music and video streaming
Designed for better coverage and
performance throughout your home
Supports 2.4GHz or 5GHz bands
for greater flexibility