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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Package Contents ................3 What is WPA ? ................27 ™ System Requirements ..............3 Configure WPA/WPA2-Personal ..........28 Introduction ..................4 Using the D-Link Utility ............28 Features ....................5 Using Windows 7 ..............30 ® Hardware Overview ............... 6 Using Windows Vista® .............33 LEDs .................... -
Page 3: Product Overview
Section 1 - Product Overview Product Overview Package Contents D-Link DWA-552 Xtreme N Desktop PCI Adapter ® Three Antennas Low Profile Bracket CD with drivers and software If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller. System Requirements •... -
Page 4: Introduction
® Like all D-Link wireless adapters, the DWA-552 can be used in ad-hoc mode to connect directly with other cards for peer-to- peer file sharing or in infrastructure mode to connect with a wireless access point or router for access to the Internet in your office or home network. -
Page 5: Features
• Better Security with WPA/WPA2 - With the DWA-552 in your Desktop PC you can securely connect to a wireless network using WPA/WPA2 (Wi-Fi Protected Access) providing you with a much higher level of security for your data and communication than has previously been available. -
Page 6: Hardware Overview
Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Overview LEDs WLAN LED A solid light indicates that wireless is ready. This LED blinks during wireless data transmission. D-Link DWA-552 User Manual... -
Page 7: Installation
Remove Existing Installations If you have installed a different manufacturer’s adapter or a different model D-Link adapter, make sure the software is uninstalled before installing the new software. Some utilities may cause a conflict with the new software. If you plan to use multiple adapters at different times, make sure the utilities are not set to load when your computer boots up. -
Page 8: Disable Other Wireless Adapters
Section 2 - Installation Disable Other Wireless Adapters To prevent any conflicts with the D-Link wireless adapter, it is recommended to disable any wireless adapter (as well as any unused Ethernet adapters). From the desktop, right-click on the My Computer icon and select Properties. - Page 9 Click Yes to disable the adapter. The adapter is now disabled. When disabled, a red X will be displayed. Disabling the adapter will not remove the drivers. If you would like to use the adapter, simply right-click it and select Enable. D-Link DWA-552 User Manual...
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Page 10: Wireless Installation Considerations
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. -
Page 11: Adapter Installation
Section 2 - Installation Adapter Installation Note: Please install the DWA-552 Desktop PCI Adapter into your computer before installing the driver software from the D-Link CD. When the “Add New Hardware” wizard appears, click Cancel. Turn on the computer and Insert the D-Link DWA-552 Driver CD in the CD-ROM drive. The step-by-step instructions that follow are shown in Windows Vista . - Page 12 The InstallShield Wizard window will appear. Click Next to continue. By default setup will install to the default location: C:\Program Files\D-Link\DWA-552, where C: represents the drive letter of your hard drive. To install to a different location click Browse and specify the location. Click Next.
- Page 13 The Wireless Connection Wizard will now appear. If you want to manually connect to a wireless network, refer to page 15. The following instructions will connect you to a wireless network using Wi-Fi ® Protected Setup (WPS). Click Next to continue. D-Link DWA-552 User Manual...
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Page 14: Push Button Configuration (Pbc)
Press the WPS button on your access point or wireless router within two minutes to establish connectivity. When this screen appears, you have successfully connected to your wireless network. Click Finish to complete your setup. D-Link DWA-552 User Manual... -
Page 15: Manual Connect
Next. Enter the network name (SSID) manually. If you enter the SSID incorrectly, you will automatically be brought to the site survey page. Click Scan to display the site survey page and click Next to continue. D-Link DWA-552 User Manual... - Page 16 When this screen appears, you are successfully connected to your wireless network. Click Finish to complete your setup. Click Finish to continue. If you are prompted to reboot your computer, select Yes, I want to restart my computer now. D-Link DWA-552 User Manual...
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Page 17: Configuration
Section 3 - Configuration Configuration This section will show you how to configure your new D-Link wireless adapter using the D-Link Utility as well as Windows ® Zero Configuration and Windows Vista WLAN Auto Configuration. ® D-Link Wireless Connection Manager The D-Link DWA-552 uses the Wireless Connection Manager as the management software. -
Page 18: Wireless Networks
Enter the security information to connect (refer to the Wireless Security section for more information). Activate Button: Select a wireless network profile from the drop-down menu and click Activate to connect. Allow up to 30 seconds to connect. D-Link DWA-552 User Manual... -
Page 19: My Wireless Networks
Click Activate to use a profile. Allow up to 30 seconds to connect to the wireless network. Profile Details: The Profile Details section will display information about the wireless network such as the network name (SSID) and if the network is secured. D-Link DWA-552 User Manual... -
Page 20: Add Profile
Infrastructure. If you are connecting to another wireless client such as an adapter, select Ad-Hoc. Set Security: Select the type of security used. Please refer to the Wireless Security section for more information. OK Button: Click OK to save your settings. D-Link DWA-552 User Manual... -
Page 21: Modify Profile
Displays the SSID of the network. Network Type: Displays the network type. Set Security: Select the type of security used. Please refer to the Wireless Security section for more information. OK Button: Click OK to save your settings. D-Link DWA-552 User Manual... -
Page 22: Support
Section 3 - Configuration Support If you need help, click the Support button. A panel will appear to the right of the utility which will display information about the utility. D-Link DWA-552 User Manual... -
Page 23: About
Section 3 - Configuration About The About screen gives you information about the Driver and Utility Versions of the DWA-552. D-Link DWA-552 User Manual... -
Page 24: Connect To A Wireless Network
Click on a network (displayed using the SSID) and click the Connect button. If you get a good signal but cannot access the Internet, check your TCP/IP settings for your wireless adapter. Refer to the Networking Basics section in this manual for more information. D-Link DWA-552 User Manual... -
Page 25: Using Windows Vista
Click on a network (displayed using the SSID) and click the Connect button. If you get a good signal but cannot access the Internet, check the TCP/IP settings for your wireless adapter. Refer to the Networking Basics section in this manual for more information. D-Link DWA-552 User Manual... -
Page 26: Using Windows ® Xp
Click on a network (displayed using the SSID) and click the Connect button. If you get a good signal but cannot access the Internet, check the TCP/IP settings for your wireless adapter. Refer to the Networking Basics section in this manual for more information. D-Link DWA-552 User Manual... -
Page 27: Wireless Security
Section 4 - Wireless Security Wireless Security This section will show you the different levels of security you can use to protect your data from intruders. The DWA-552 offers the following types of security: • WPA/WPA2-Personal • WPA/WPA2-Enterprise What is WPA ™... -
Page 28: Configure Wpa/Wpa2-Personal
It is recommended to enable WPA/WPA2-Personal on your wireless router or access point before configuring your wireless adapter. If you are joining an existing network, you will need to know the WPA/WPA2-Personal passphrase being used. 1. Open the Wireless Connection Manager by double-clicking on the D-Link icon on your desktop. - Page 29 Make sure you enter the passphrase exactly the same on all wireless devices. 1. Open the Wireless Connection Manager by double-clicking on the D-Link icon on your desktop. Click on New to create a new profile or highlight an existing profile and click Modify.
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Page 30: Using Windows ® 7
If you are joining an existing network, you will need to know the security key or passphrase being used. 1. Click on the wireless icon in your system tray (lower-right corner). Wireless Icon 2. The utility will display any available wireless networks in your area. D-Link DWA-552 User Manual... - Page 31 If you get a good signal but cannot access the Internet, check your TCP/IP settings for your wireless adapter. Refer to the Networking Basics section in this manual for more information. 4. The following window appears while your computer tries to connect to the router. D-Link DWA-552 User Manual...
- Page 32 It may take 20-30 seconds to connect to the wireless network. If the connection fails, please verify that the security settings are correct. The key or passphrase must be exactly the same as on the wireless router. D-Link DWA-552 User Manual...
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Page 33: Using Windows Vista
Wireless Utility by right-clicking on ® the wireless computer icon in your system tray (lower right corner of screen). Select Connect to a network. 2. Highlight the wireless network (SSID) you would like to connect to and click Connect. D-Link DWA-552 User Manual... - Page 34 It may take 20-30 seconds to connect to the wireless network. If the connection fails, please verify that the security settings are correct. The key or passphrase must be exactly the same as on the wireless router. D-Link DWA-552 User Manual...
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Page 35: Using Windows ® Xp
XP Wireless Utility by right-clicking ® on the wireless computer icon in your system tray (lower-right corner of screen). Select View Available Wireless Networks. 2. Highlight the wireless network (SSID) you would like to connect to and click Connect. D-Link DWA-552 User Manual... - Page 36 It may take 20-30 seconds to connect to the wireless network. If the connection fails, please verify that the WPA/WPA2-Personal settings are correct. The WPA/WPA2-Personal passphrase must be exactly the same as on the wireless router or access point. D-Link DWA-552 User Manual...
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Page 37: Configure Wpa/Wpa2-Enterprise
WPA/WPA2-Enterprise is for advanced users who are familiar with using a RADIUS server and setting up certificates. 1. Open the Wireless Connection Manager by double-clicking on the D-Link icon on your desktop. Click on New to create a new profile or highlight an existing profile and click Modify. -
Page 38: Troubleshooting
Section 5 - Troubleshooting Troubleshooting This chapter provides solutions to problems that can occur during the installation and operation of the DWA-552. Read the following descriptions if you are having problems. (The examples below are illustrated in Windows XP. If you have a different ®... - Page 39 Section 5 - Troubleshooting Click the + sign next to Network Adapters. Right-click on D-Link DWA-552 Wireless Desktop PCI Adapter. Select Properties to check that the drivers are installed properly. D-Link DWA-552 Wireless Desktop PCI Adapter Look under Device Status to check that the device is working properly.
- Page 40 Section 5 - Troubleshooting 2. I cannot connect to the access point or the wireless router. • Make sure that the SSID on the DWA-552 Desktop PCI Adapter is exactly the same as the SSID on the Access Point or wireless router.
- Page 41 ® into oem.inf files (e.g., oem1.inf). 6. The computer with the DWA-552 installed is unable to connect to the wireless network and/or the Internet. • Check that the LED indicators for the broadband modem are indicating normal activity. If not, there may be a problem with the broadband connection.
- Page 42 • If Security is enabled, make sure that the correct encryption keys are entered on both the DWA-552 and the access point. Double-click on the WLAN icon in the taskbar > click Encryption. Check to see that the key selected is set to the same key as other devices on the network.
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Page 43: 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. Strictly adhering to the IEEE standard, the D-Link wireless family of products will allow you to securely access the data you want, when and where you want it. You will be able to enjoy the freedom that wireless networking delivers. - Page 44 D-Link is the worldwide leader and award winning designer, developer, and manufacturer of networking products. D-Link delivers the performance you need at a price you can afford. D-Link has all the products you need to build your network. How does wireless work? Wireless works similar to how cordless phones work, through radio signals to transmit data from one point A to point B.
- Page 45 Who uses wireless? Wireless technology as become so popular in recent years that almost everyone is using it, whether it’s for home, office, business, D-Link has a wireless solution for it. Home • Gives everyone at home broadband access •...
- Page 46 The wireless connection in public places is usually called “hotspots”. Using a D-Link wireless desktop adapter with your laptop, you can access the hotspot to connect to the Internet from remote locations like: Airports, Hotels, Coffee Shops, Libraries, Restaurants, and Convention Centers.
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Page 47: Networking Basics
Check your IP address After you install your new D-Link wireless adapter and have established a wireless connection, by default, the TCP/IP settings should be set to obtain an IP address from a DHCP server (i.e. router) automatically. To verify your IP address, please follow the steps below. -
Page 48: Statically Assign An Ip Address
2000 – From the desktop, right-click My Network Places > Properties. ® • Right-click on the Local Area Connection which represents your D-Link wireless network adapter (or other adapter) which will be connected to your router. • Highlight Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and click Properties. -
Page 49: Windows 7/Windows Vista Users
Manage network connections. • Right-click on the Local Area Connection which represents your D-Link wireless network adapter which will be connected to your network. • Highlight Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP /IPv4) and click Properties. -
Page 50: Technical Specifications
Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11g and 802.11n 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. Environmental factors will adversely affect wireless signal range. D-Link DWA-552 User Manual... -
Page 51: Contacting Technical Support
• Hardware Revision (located on the label on the adapter (e.g. rev A2)) • Serial Number (s/n number located on the label on the adapter). You can find software updates and user documentation on the D-Link website as well as frequently asked questions and answers to technical issues. -
Page 52: Warranty
Any repair or replacement will be rendered by D-Link at an Authorized D-Link Service Office. The replacement hardware need not be new or have an identical make, model or part. D-Link may, at its option, replace the defective Hardware or any part thereof with any reconditioned product that D-Link reasonably determines is substantially equivalent (or superior) in all material respects to the defective Hardware. - Page 53 Software or to refund the portion of the actual purchase price paid that is attributable to the Software. Except as otherwise agreed by D-Link in writing, the replacement Software is provided only to the original licensee, and is subject to the terms and conditions of the license granted by D-Link for the Software.
- Page 54 • The customer must submit with the product as part of the claim a written description of the Hardware defect or Software nonconformance in sufficient detail to allow D-Link to confirm the same, along with proof of purchase of the product (such as a copy of the dated purchase invoice for the product) if the product is not registered.
- Page 55 Purolator Canada or any common carrier selected by D-Link. Return shipping charges shall be prepaid by D-Link if you use an address in Canada, otherwise we will ship the product to you freight collect. Expedited shipping is available upon request and provided shipping charges are prepaid by the customer.
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Page 56: Limitation Of Liability
FOR WARRANTY SERVICE) RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THE PRODUCT, RELATING TO WARRANTY SERVICE, OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY, EVEN IF D-LINK HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. THE SOLE REMEDY FOR A BREACH OF THE FOREGOING LIMITED WARRANTY IS REPAIR, REPLACEMENT OR REFUND OF THE DEFECTIVE OR NONCONFORMING PRODUCT. - Page 57 The availability of some specific channels and/or operational frequency bands are country dependent and are firmware programmed at the factory to match the intended destination. The firmware setting is not accessible by the end user. For detailed warranty information applicable to products purchased outside the United States, please contact the corresponding local D-Link office.
- Page 58 This device has been designed to operate with an antenna having a maximum gain of 2 dB. Antenna having a higher gain is strictly prohibited per regulations of Industry Canada. The required antenna impedance is 50 ohms. D-Link DWA-552 User Manual...
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Page 59: Registration
Appendix F - Registration Registration Product registration is entirely voluntary and failure to complete or return this form will not diminish your warranty rights. Version 1.4 June 8, 2010 D-Link DWA-552 User Manual...