D-Link DWA-123 User manual

2D-Link DWA-123 User Manual
Table of Contents
Product Overview ......................................................................3
Package Contents ......................................................................... 3
System Requirements ................................................................. 3
Introduction ................................................................................... 4
Features ............................................................................................ 5
Hardware Overview ..................................................................... 6
Installation ..................................................................................7
Getting Started .............................................................................. 7
Remove Existing Installations .......................................... 7
Disable Other Wireless Adapters ..................................... 8
Wireless Installation Considerations ....................................10
Adapter Installation ...................................................................11
Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) ..........................................14
Connect to a Wireless Network ............................................ 17
Using Windows® 7 .......................................................................17
Using Windows Vista® ................................................................18
Using Windows® XP ....................................................................19
Wireless Security ..................................................................... 20
What is WPA? ................................................................................20
Using Windows® 7 ...............................................................21
Using Windows Vista® .......................................................24
Using the Windows® XP Utility ........................................26
Troubleshooting ..................................................................... 28
Wireless Basics ........................................................................ 32
Wireless Modes ............................................................................36
Networking Basics .................................................................. 37
Check your IP address ...............................................................37
Windows® XP Users .............................................................37
Windows® 7/Windows Vista® Users ................................37
Statically Assign an IP address ...............................................38
Windows® XP Users .............................................................38
Windows® 7/Windows Vista® Users ................................39
Technical Specications ........................................................ 40
Table of Contents

3D-Link DWA-123 User Manual
Section 1 - Product Overview
• D-Link DWA-123 Wireless N 150 USB Adapter
• Manual and Warranty on CD
• D-Link Wireless Connection Manager on CD
• Quick Installation Guide
System Requirements
• A computer or laptop with an available USB 2.0 port
• Windows® 7, Vista®, XP (Service Pack 3)
• CD-ROM Drive
• 300MHz processor and at least 64MB of RAM
• An 802.11n or 802.11g access point or wireless router
Product Overview
Package Contents

4D-Link DWA-123 User Manual
Section 1 - Product Overview
Introduction
DWA-123 Wireless N 150 USB Adapter is a convenient wireless connectivity solution for desktop or notebook PCs. Instead of
stringing Ethernet cables to your PC or dismantling your desktop computer case, the DWA-123 can enable 802.11n wireless
connectivity by simply utilizing your desktop or notebook PC’s USB port.
Powered by Wireless N 150 technology, the DWA-123 provides a faster wireless connection and superior reception than
802.11g*. The DWA-123 is designed for use in bigger homes and for those that demand higher networking. Maximize wireless
performance by connecting this USB Adapter to a Wireless N router and stay connected from virtually anywhere in the home.
This USB Adapter supports WPA and WPA2 encryption to prevent outside intrusion and protect your personal information
from being exposed.
D-Link’s Quick Setup Wizard guides you step-by-step through the installation process. You’ll be able to congure this USB
Adapter without having to call the teenager from down the street to help you. The D-Link Wireless Manager is included with
this product to keep track of all your most frequently accessed networks.
Compact in size, robust in speed the DWA-123 Wireless N 150 USB Adapter is great for travel and a convenient solution for
providing high performance wireless connectivity to your desktop or notebook PC. Enjoy the many benets of wireless
connectivity today!
* Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 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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Section 1 - Product Overview
Features
• Compact size for placement anywhere.
• Convenience of Plug & Play installation.
• Fully 802.11g compatible.
• 802.11n compliant.
• Powered by the USB port; no external power source required.
• USB 2.0 standard*.
• You can securely connect to a wireless network using WPA/WPA2 (Wi-Fi Protected Access) providing you a much
higher level of security for your data and communication than has previously been available.
• Position the DWA-123 almost anywhere in your workspace to achieve the best reception possible.
• Supports Infrastructure networks via an access point
• Easy conguration using WPS PBC utility
* Using a USB 1.1 port will adversely aect throughput.