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DWA-172User ManualVersion 1.0 | 02/25/2014Wireless AC600 Dual Band High-Gain USB Adapter

10D-Link DWA-172 User ManualSection 2 - InstallationClick Yes to disable the adapter.The adapter is now disabled. When disabled, a red X will be displ

11D-Link DWA-172 User ManualSection 2 - InstallationWireless Installation ConsiderationsThe D-Link wireless adapter lets you access your network using

12D-Link DWA-172 User ManualSection 2 - InstallationWarning: Do NOT install the DWA-172 USB Adapter into your computer before installing the driver so

13D-Link DWA-172 User ManualSection 2 - InstallationThe InstallShield Wizard window will appear.Click NextInsert the adapter into an available USB por

14D-Link DWA-172 User ManualSection 3 - CongurationWi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS)Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) System is designed for easy setup of securi

15D-Link DWA-172 User ManualSection 3 - CongurationPush Button1. To connect to your network, press the WPS button on the adapter and hold for two sec

16D-Link DWA-172 User ManualSection 3 - CongurationPress the WPS button on the adapter and holding for two seconds until the utility screen comes up.

17D-Link DWA-172 User ManualSection 3 - CongurationWindows® 81. Click on the wireless computer icon in your system tray (lower-right corner next to t

18D-Link DWA-172 User ManualSection 3 - CongurationIf you get a good signal but cannot access the Internet, confirm the encryption by reviewing the p

19D-Link DWA-172 User ManualSection 3 - CongurationUsing Windows® 7Windows® 7 users may use the built-in wireless utility. If you are using another c

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20D-Link DWA-172 User ManualSection 3 - CongurationConnect to a Wireless NetworkUsing Windows Vista®Windows Vista® users may use the built-in wireles

21D-Link DWA-172 User ManualSection 3 - CongurationConnect to a Wireless NetworkUsing Windows® XPWindows® XP users may use the built-in wireless util

22D-Link DWA-172 User ManualSection 4 - Wireless SecurityWireless SecurityThis section will show you the different levels of security you can use to p

23D-Link DWA-172 User ManualSection 4 - Wireless SecurityConfigure WPA/WPA2 PassphraseUsing Windows® 7It is recommended to enable wireless security (W

24D-Link DWA-172 User ManualSection 4 - Wireless Security3. Highlight the wireless network (SSID) you would like to connect to and click the Connect

25D-Link DWA-172 User ManualSection 4 - Wireless Security5. Enter the same security key or passphrase that is on your router and click OK. You can al

26D-Link DWA-172 User ManualSection 4 - Wireless SecurityConfigure WPA/WPA2 PassphraseUsing Windows Vista® It is recommended to enable wireless securi

27D-Link DWA-172 User ManualSection 4 - Wireless Security3. Enter the same security key or passphrase that is on your router and click Connect.It may

28D-Link DWA-172 User ManualSection 4 - Wireless SecurityConfigure WPA/WPA2 PassphraseUsing the Windows® XP UtilityIt is recommended to enable WPA-PSK

29D-Link DWA-172 User ManualSection 4 - Wireless Security3. The Wireless Network Connection box will appear. Enter the WPA-PSK passphrase and click C

3D-Link DWA-172 User ManualTable of ContentsPreface ...2Manual R

30D-Link DWA-172 User ManualSection 5 - Troubleshooting1. How do I know if my adapter is installed properly?Select the Hardware Tab.TroubleshootingTh

31D-Link DWA-172 User ManualSection 5 - TroubleshootingClick the + sign next to Network Adapters.Right-click on D-Link Wireless AC600 Dual Band High-G

32D-Link DWA-172 User ManualSection 5 - TroubleshootingMake sure that the DWA-172 Wireless Adapter is properly seated in the computer’s USB port.If Wi

33D-Link DWA-172 User ManualSection 5 - TroubleshootingCheck that the Network Connection for the wireless client is configured properly. Select AP (I

34D-Link DWA-172 User ManualAppendix A - Wireless BasicsD-Link wireless products are based on industry standards to provide easy-to-use and compa

35D-Link DWA-172 User ManualAppendix A - Wireless BasicsWhat is Wireless?Wireless or Wi-Fi technology is another way of connecting your computer to th

36D-Link DWA-172 User ManualAppendix A - Wireless BasicsWireless Personal Area Network (WPAN)Bluetooth is the industry standard wireless technology us

37D-Link DWA-172 User ManualAppendix A - Wireless BasicsWhere is wireless used? Wireless technology is expanding everywhere not just at home or offi

38D-Link DWA-172 User ManualAppendix A - Wireless BasicsSecurity Don’t let you next-door neighbors or intruders connect to your wireless network. Se

39D-Link DWA-172 User ManualAppendix B - Networking BasicsNetworking BasicsCheck your IP addressWindows® XP Users• Click on Start > Run. In the ru

4D-Link DWA-172 User ManualSection 1 - Product Overview• D-Link DWA-172 Wireless AC600 Dual Band High-Gain USB Adapter• Manual and Warranty on CD• D-L

40D-Link DWA-172 User ManualAppendix B - Networking BasicsStatically Assign an IP AddressIf you are not using a DHCP capable gateway/router, or you ne

41D-Link DWA-172 User ManualAppendix B - Networking BasicsWindows® 7/Windows Vista® Users• Click on Start > Control Panel (make sure you are in Cl

42D-Link DWA-172 User ManualAppendix B - Networking BasicsWindows® XP Users• Windows® XP - Click on Start > Control Panel. Make sure you are in Cl

43D-Link DWA-172 User ManualAppendix C - Technical SpecicationsTechnical SpecificationsStandards • IEEE 802.11ac • IEEE 802.11n • IEEE 802.11g •

5D-Link DWA-172 User ManualSection 1 - Product OverviewIntroductionThe Wireless AC600 Dual Band High-Gain USB Adapter (DWA-172) delivers powerful wire

6D-Link DWA-172 User ManualSection 1 - Product OverviewFeatures• IEEE 802.11ac, 802.11n, 802.11g and 802.11a Compliant• Dual Band N Technology for use

7D-Link DWA-172 User ManualSection 1 - Product OverviewHardware OverviewUSB PortUsed to connect the DWA-172 to your computer.WPS ButtonPress the WPS b

8D-Link DWA-172 User ManualSection 2 - InstallationGetting StartedInstallationThis section will walk you through the installation process. If you have

9D-Link DWA-172 User ManualSection 2 - InstallationDisable Other Wireless AdaptersMost newer laptops may include a built-in wireless adapter. To preve