User's Manual

6D-Link DWA-181 User Manual
Section 2 - Installation
Installation
This section will walk you through the installation process. If you have a built-in wireless adapter, please disable it in the device
manager before installing your D-Link adapter. Also, if you have previously installed another wireless adapter, please make sure
any software is uninstalled.
Getting Started
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 SSID and security settings of the network(s) you want to connect to
Remove Existing Installations
If you have 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 any old software:
Windows 10 users: Click Start > All apps > Windows System > Control Panel > Programs > Uninstall a Program
Windows 7/8 users: Click Start > Control Panel > Uninstall Programs