D-Link WDA-2320 RangeBooster G User manual

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Package Contents
D-Link WDA-2320
Wireless PCI Card
System Requirements
If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller.
Manual, 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 802.11g or 802.11b access point (for Infrastructure mode), or another
802.11g or 802.11b wireless adapter (for Ad-Hoc networking mode.)

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

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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 (fish tanks), mirrors, file 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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Adapter Installation
Turn on the computer and Insert the D-Link WDA-2320 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:\Drivers\setup.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 InstallShield Wizard window
will appear.
Click Next to continue.
By default setup will install to the
default location: C:\Program Files\
Rangebooster G WDA-2320, where
C: represents the drive letter of your
hard drive. To install to a different
location click Browse and specify the
location. Click Next.
Select the Program Files folder
location. Click Next to continue.

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The D-Link configuration 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 to continue.
Enter the network name (SSID)
manually. If you enter the SSID
incorrectly, you will automatically be
brought to the site survey page.
Click Next to continue or click Scan to
display the site survey page.
Click the Scan button to display a list
of wireless networks (site survey).
Click on the network name (SSID) and
click Connect.

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If the wireless network you are trying
to connect to is encrypted, enter the
WEP key or WPA-PSK passphrase.
Click Next to continue.
Click Finish to continue.
If you are prompted to reboot your
computer, select Yes, I want to restart
my computer now.

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Connect to a Wireless Network
The D-Link WDA-2320 uses the Configuration Utility as the management
software. The utility provides the user an easy interface to change any settings
related to the wireless adapter. After you have completed the installation of
the WDA-2320 and whenever you start the computer, the Configuration Utility
starts automatically and the system tray icon is loaded in the toolbar. Clicking
on the utility icon will start the Configuration Utility.
If you are using Windows®XP, please skip to page 11.
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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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 utility. Please
refer to page 9.
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.

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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 utility 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 utility 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 configure my wireless network settings and then click OK.
You can now use the D-Link Wireless Utility to configure your wireless
adapter.

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Notes

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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 1.0
Revised 12/14/2005
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Copyright ©2005 D-Link Corporation/D-Link Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. D-Link, 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. Maximum wireless signal rate based on IEEE Standard 802.11g 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. Product specifications, size and shape are subject to change without notice,
and actual product appearance may differ from that depicted on the packaging. Visit www.dlink.com for more details.