® D-Link AirPlus G DWL-G510 Wireless G Desktop Adapter Manual Version 2.
Contents Package Contents ................................................................................ 3 Introduction ............................................................................................ 4 Wireless Basics .................................................................................... 5 Installation Considerations .................................................................... 7 Getting Started .............................................................................
Package Contents Contents of Package: D-Link AirPlus® G DWL-G510 802.11g (2.4GHz) Wireless G Desktop Adapter CD-ROM with Manual, Warranty, and Drivers Printed Quick Installation Guide If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller. System Requirements for Configuration: A desktop computer with an available 32-bit PCI slot Windows 7/VISTA/XP/2000/Me/98SE At least 32MB of memory and a 300MHz processor An 802.11g or 802.11b access point (for Infrastructure mode), or another 802.
Introduction The D-Link AirPlus® G DWL-G510 Wireless G Desktop Adapter is an 802.11b/802.11g (2.4GHz) wireless adapter that supports high-speed wireless networking. Unlike most network cards, the DWL-G510 provides data transfers at up to 54 Mbps (compared to the standard 11 Mbps) when used with other D-Link AirPlus® G products. The 802.11g standard is backwards compatible with 802.11b products. Features Faster Wireless Networking - Faster data transfers mean increased productivity.
Wireless Basics D-Link wireless products are based on industry standards to provide easy-to-use and compatible high-speed wireless connectivity within your home, business or public access wireless networks. D-Link wireless products will allow you access to the data you want, when and where you want it. You will be able to enjoy the freedom that wireless networking brings. A wireless local area network (WLAN) is a computer network that transmits and receives data with radio signals instead of wires.
Wireless Basics (continued) The DWL-G510 is compatible with the following wireless products: D-Link AirPlus® G DWL-G630 Wireless G Notebook Adapters used with laptop computers D-Link AirPlus® G DWL-2100AP Enhanced 2.4GHz Wireless Access Point D-Link AirPlus® G DI-524 Wireless Router The DWL-G630 is also interoperable with other 802.11g and 802.11b standardscompliant devices. Standards-Based Technology The DWL-G510 Wireless G Desktop Adapter utilizes the 802.11b and the 802.11g standards. The IEEE 802.
Wireless Basics (continued) Installation Considerations The D-Link AirPlus® G DWL-G510 lets you access your network, using a wireless connection, from virtually anywhere within its operating range. 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.
Getting Started There are basically two modes of networking: Infrastructure – using an access point, or wireless router, such as the DI-624. Ad-Hoc – directly connecting to another computer, for Peer-to-Peer communication, using wireless network adapters on each computer, such as two or more DWL-G510 Wireless G Desktop Adapters. On the following pages we will show you an example of an Infrastructure Network and an Ad-Hoc Network. An Infrastructure network contains an access point or a wireless router.
Getting Started (continued) Setting up a Wireless Infrastructure Network For a typical wireless setup at home (as shown above), please do the following: 1 2 4 3 DWL-G510 6 5 DWL-G630 You will need broadband Internet access (a Cable or DSL-subscriber line into your home or office). Consult with your Cable or DSL provider for proper installation of the modem. Connect the Cable or DSL modem to your broadband router. (See the Quick Installation Guide included with your router).
Getting Started (continued) Setting up a Wireless Ad-Hoc Network DWL-G510 DWL-G510 Wireless G Desktop Adapter with a desktop computer Wireless G Desktop Adapter with a desktop computer Install the D-Link DWL-G510 Wireless G Desktop Adapter into one desktop computer. (See the Quick Installation Guide included with the product for installation instructions.) Install another DWL-G510 into a desktop computer. (See the Quick Installation Guide included with the product.
Using theConfigurationUtility D-Link AirPlus® G DWL-G510 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 DWL-G510 (refer to the Quick Installation Guide that came with your purchase) whenever you start the computer, the Configuration Utility starts automatically and the system tray icon is loaded in the toolbar (see illustration below*.
Configuration Utility (continued) If you are using Windows 7 and VISTA, you will need to use the Zero Configuration Utility. Using Windows® 7 If you receive the Wireless Networks Detected bubble, click on the center of the bubble to access the utility. or Left-click the wireless icon in your system tray (lower-right corner next to the time). The utility will display any available wireless networks in your area. Click on a network (displayed using the SSID) and click the Connect button.
Configuration Utility (continued) Using Windows® Vista™ If you receive the Wireless Networks Detected bubble, click on the center of the bubble to access the utility. or Right-click on the wireless computer icon in your system tray (lower-right corner next to the time). Select Connect to a network. The utility will display any available wireless networks in your area. Click on a network (displayed using the SSID) and click the Connect button.
Configuration Utility (continued) Link Info Status: Displays the MAC Address of the Access Point that is associated with the DWL-G510. SSID: Displays the Service Set Identifier assigned to the wireless network. Frequency: Displays the current frequency used by the adapter. Wireless Mode: Displays the wireless mode. The default is Infrastructure. Encryption: Displays whether Encryption is enabled or disabled. Connection Info: Indicates if the adapter is connected to the network.
Configuration Utility (continued) Configuration SSID: The Service Set Identifier is the name assigned to the wireless network. The factory SSID setting is set to default. Make changes here to match the SSID on existing Wireless Router or Access Point. Wireless Mode: Click on the pull-down menu; select from the following options: Infrastructure - Connecting to the WLAN using an access point. (This is the default setting.
Configuration Utility (continued) Advanced r Frequency: Select 802.11b/g for compatibility with both 802.11b or 802.11g networks, or select 802.11b only. Ad Hoc Channel: Select the Ad Hoc channel when in Ad Hoc mode. When communicating in Ad Hoc mode, all devices must share the same channel. Profile IP Settings: You can Enable or Disable the IP Settings portion of your profile here. If you select Disable you will need to configure the IP address information each time you connect to a network.
Configuration Utility (continued) Site Survey Available Networks The top section of the window displays the Available Networks. Scroll up and down the list and highlight the network to which you wish to connect. Click on the Connect button. Profile In the lower half of the screen, you can manage the profiles that you have created for the wireless network at home, at the office and in public places. Scroll up and down and highlight the profile that you wish to configure.
Configuration Utility (continued) Site Survey > Add, Connect, or Properties In this window you can configure all the properties of a profile in order to connect with a network of your choice. After you have entered your changes in this window, click OK to save the changes.
Configuration Utility (continued) About The About screen gives you information about the Firmware and Utility Versions of the DWL-G510.
Networking Basics Using the Network Setup Wizard in Windows XP In this section you will learn how to establish a network at home or work, using Microsoft Windows XP. Note: Please refer to websites such as http://www.homenethelp.com and http://www.microsoft.com/windows2000 for information about networking computers using Windows 2000/Me /98SE. Go to Start>Control Panel>Network Connections. Select Set up a home or small office network. When this screen appears, click Next.
Networking Basics (continued) Please follow all the instructions in this window: Click Next. In the following window, select the best description of your computer. If your computer connects to the Internet through a router, select the second option as shown. Click Next.
Networking Basics (continued) Enter a Computer description and a Computer name (optional.) Click Next. Enter a Workgroup name. All computers on your network should have the same Workgroup name. Click Next.
Networking Basics (continued) Please wait while the Network Setup Wizard applies the changes. When the changes are complete, click Next. Please wait while the Network Setup Wizard configures the computer. This may take a few minutes.
Networking Basics (continued) In the window below, select the option that fits your needs. In this example, Create a Network Setup Disk has been selected. You will run this disk on each of the computers on your network. Click Next. Insert a disk into the Floppy Disk Drive, in this case drive A. Click Next.
Networking Basics (continued) Please read the information under Here’s how in the screen below. After you complete the Network Setup Wizard you will use the Network Setup Disk to run the Network Setup Wizard once on each of the computers on your network. To continue, click Next.
Networking Basics (continued) Please read the information on this screen, then click Finish to complete the Network Setup Wizard. The new settings will take effect when you restart the computer. Click Yes to restart the computer. You have completed configuring this computer. Next, you will need to run the Network Setup Disk on all the other computers on your network.
Networking Basics (continued) Naming your Computer To name your computer in Windows XP, please follow these directions: Click Start (in the lower left corner of the screen). Right-click on My Computer. Select Properties. Select the Computer Name Tab in the System Properties window. You may enter a Computer Description if you wish; this field is optional. To rename the computer and join a domain, click Change.
Networking Basics (continued) Naming your Computer In this window, enter the Computer name. Select Workgroup and enter the name of the Workgroup. All computers on your network must have the same Workgroup name. Click OK.
Networking Basics (continued) Checking the IP Address in Windows XP This window will appear. Click the Support tab. Click Close.
Networking Basics (continued) Assigning a Static IP Address Note: Many broadband routers will automatically assign IP addresses to the computers on the network, using DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) technology. If you are using a DHCP-capable router you will not need to assign static IP addresses. If you are not using a DHCP capable router, or you need to assign a static IP address, please follow these instructions: In Windows XP/ 2000 Go to Start. Click on Control Panel.
Troubleshooting This chapter provides solutions to problems that can occur during the installation and operation of the DWL-G510. Read the following descriptions if you are having problems. (The examples below are illustrated in Windows XP. If you do not use Windows XP, the screens on your computer will still look similar to the following examples.) 1. How do I check that the drivers for the DWL-G510 are installed properly? In Windwos XP/2000 Go to Start > My Computer > Properties.
Troubleshooting (continued) Double-click On Network Adapters. Right-click on D-Link DWL-G510 Wireless PCI Adapter. Select Properties to check that the drivers are installed properly. Look under Device status to check that the device is working properly. Click OK.
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Troubleshooting (continued) Double-click On Network Adapters. Right-click on D-Link DWL-G510 Wireless PCI Adapter. Select Properties to check that the drivers are installed properly. Look under Device status to check that the device is working properly. Click OK.
Troubleshooting (continued) 2. Why can’t I connect to the access point or the wireless router? Make sure that the SSID on the DWL-G510 Wireless G Desktop Adapter is exactly the same as the SSID on the access point or wireless router. Move the DWL-G510 and the access point or wireless router into the same room and then test the wireless connection. Disable all security settings. (WEP, MAC address control, AES). Make sure that the access point/router is not set to a different frequency.
Troubleshooting (continued) A. Under Tools> select Folder Options…> select View > under Hidden files and folders > select Show hidden files and folders. B. Uncheck Hide extension for known file types > click on Apply. C. Search for previously loaded driver files. Remove these files from the INF and SYSTEM32 (DRIVERS) folders in the Windows directory. Note: Windows XP and Windows 2000 will rename .inf files that have not received WHQL certification into oem.inf files (e.g., oem1.inf.) 6.
Technical Specifications Standards IEEE 802.11g IEEE 802.11b Temperature Operating: 0ºC to 55ºC (32ºF to 131ºF) torage: -20ºC to 65ºC (-4ºF to 149ºF) Humidity: 5%-95% maximum, non-condensing Antenna Type: Built-in diversity patch antenna, 2dBi gain (max.) PCI Standard: PCI 2.2 Security: 64-,128-bit WEP Encryption Physical Dimensions: L = 4.72 inches (120 mm) W = 2.52 inches (64 mm) H = 0.24 inches (6 mm) Weight: 0.12 lb.
Technical Specifications (continued) Data Modulation Type: DBPSK, DQPSK, CCK and OFDM (BPSK/QPSK/16-QAM/64-QAM) Power: 3.3 Volt ± 5% Power Consumption: 802.11g: TX 550mA, RX 330mA, Standby 300mA 802.11b: TX 580mA, RX 350mA, Standby 300mA Channels: 1-11 channels (North America) Regulation Compliant: Wireless: Wi-Fi US: FCC part 15 class B, Sec. 15.247, 15.109 Sensitivity for 802.11b: 11Mbps (CCK): -84dBm 5.
Technical Specifications (continued) Data Rates: With Automatic Fallback 54Mbps; 48Mbps; 36Mbps; 24Mbps; 18Mbps; 12Mbps; 11Mbps; 9Mbps; 6Mbps; 5.5Mbps; 2Mbps; 1Mbps Frequency Range: 2.4GHz to 2.462GHz Range:* Indoors: Up to 328 feet (100 meters) Modulation Technology: Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing (OFDM) Transmitter Output Power: 15dBm ± 2dB *Environmental factors may adversely affect range.
