D-Link DWA-582 User manual

DWA-582
Quick Install Guide
Wireless AC1200
Dual Band PCI Express Adapter

• An available PCIe slot
• Windows® 8.1, 8, or 7
• An 802.11ac or 802.11n wireless network
• 20MB of free hard drive space
• CD-ROM Drive
Package Contents
System Requirements
Before installing your new D-Link wireless adapter, please verify the following:
• Remove any previous installations of wireless adapters
• Disable any built-in wireless adapters
• Verify the settings such as the wireless network name (SSID) and security
settings of the network(s) you want to connect to
• You can download the latest driver from http://support.dlink.com/DWA-582
Before You Begin
If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller.
DWA-582 Wireless AC1200 Dual Band PCI Express Adapter
Two Antennas
Low Prole Bracket
CD with drivers and manual
Remove Existing Installations
If you’ve installed a dierent manufacturer’s adapter or a dierent model
D-Link adapter, make sure the software is uninstalled before installing the new
software. Some utilities may cause a conict with the new software. If you plan
to use multiple adapters at dierent times, make sure the utilities are not set
to load when your computer boots up.
To remove old software, click Start > Control Panel > Uninstall Programs
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WARNING: Do NOT plug the adapter into your computer before installing
the drivers. You will be prompted to plug in your adapter during the setup.
Note: If the CD Autorun function does not automatically start on your computer, go to
Start > Run. In the run box type “D:\autorun.exe” (where D: represents the drive letter
of your CD-ROM drive) and click OK.
Installation - Windows
Insert the DWA-582 Driver CD into the CD-ROM drive. When the autorun
screen appears, click Install and follow the on-screen instructions.
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When the wizard instructs you to turn o your computer and install the PCIe
adapter into your computer, click Next and then Finish. Shut down your
computer and unplug the power.
Once your computer is turned o, unplug the power cord from the computer.
Open the case and insert the D-Link adapter into an available PCIe 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.
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Once your computer boots into Windows, the D-Link Installation Wizard
should continue with your installation.
After installation, use the Windows built-in wireless management utility to
connect the DWA-582 to your wireless network.
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Note: For more information on how to connect to your wireless network using
your version of Windows, please refer to the User Manual on the included CD.
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1. If I’ve lost my CD what can I do ?
TheCDcontainssoftwaredriversandmanualwhichcanbeobtainedfromhttp://
support.dlink.com. Windows 8.1, 8, and 7 in most cases will automatically
install the correct drivers.
2. If I’ve forgotten my wireless encryption key (password)?
The wireless encryption key is congured at the wireless access point, router,
or DSL modem/router. If you are unable to obtain your encryption key, the
only solution would be to re-congure your access point/router to use a new
encryption key. Please contact your access point/router/DSL modem/router
manufacturer.
3. Why can’t I get a wireless connection?
• Check that your DWA-582 is plugged in properly to the PCIe port or try to plug
the DWA-582 into another PCIe port if available.
• The LED on the DWA-582 should be lit, otherwise there could be a physical
fault on the PCIe port or the driver is not installed properly.
• Ensure that the wireless settings on the DWA-582 match the settings on your
access point/router. Please check and conrm your settings for.
• Wireless Network Name (SSID)
• Wireless Encryption Key/Wi-Fi Password
• Wireless Security Method (e.g., WEP, WPA2)
To check whether a wireless connection has been made, in theWindows system
tray (bottom right corner), red means no valid connections have been made.
• Check that your Internet is working ne on existing computers.
• Ensure that you have followed and completed the software installation
process, otherwise, please re-install the software.The LED on the DWA-582
should come on after software installation.
Troubleshooting
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Notes
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Notes
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This guide is only for the rst time conguration. Refer to the user manual to
learn more, or visit http://support.dlink.com for more information. Also feel free
to contact us through our website.
Version 1.1 (US)_130x183
September 29, 2014
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third-party marks mentioned herein may be trademarks of their respective owners. Maximum wireless signal rate derived
from IEEE Standard 802.11ac, 902.11a, 802.11g, and 802.11n 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 conditions will adversely aect wireless signal range.
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