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Page 1: User Manual
Version 1.0 | 03/21/2013 User Manual Wireless AC1000 Dual Band USB Adapter DWA-180... -
Page 2: Preface
Preface D-Link reserves the right to revise this publication and to make changes in the content hereof without obligation to notify any person or organization of such revisions or changes. Manual Revisions Revision Date Description March 21, 2012 • Initial release for Revision A1 Trademarks D-Link and the D-Link logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of D-Link Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States or other countries. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Connect to a Wireless Network ........19 Warranty ................42 Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) ..........19 Registration ..............49 Wireless Connection Manager ..........20 D-Link Wireless Connection Manager ......21 Wireless Networks ..............22 Status Bar ................23 My Wireless Networks ...............24 Add/Modify Profile .............25 WPA/WPA2 - Personal ..........26 WPA/WPA2 - Enterprise ..........27... -
Page 4: Product Overview
Section 1 - Product Overview Product Overview Package Contents D-Link DWA-180 Wireless AC1000 Dual Band USB Adapter CD with drivers and software Quick install Guide System Requirements • Windows® 8, 7, Vista®, or XP (32/64-bit) • CD-ROM Drive • An 802.11ac, 802.11n, 802.11g, or 802.11a wireless network •... -
Page 5: Introduction
Powered by Wireless AC1000 Dual Band technology, the DWA-180 provides a faster wireless connection and superior reception than 802.11n*. The DWA-180 is designed for use in bigger homes and for those that demand higher networking, and its 5GHz Mediaband helps avoid interference by providing a clearer wireless band for signals than existing 802.11n, 802.11g and 802.11a products. -
Page 6: Features
• 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. You may also use 802.1x for wireless authentication. • Position the DWA-180 almost anywhere in your workspace to achieve the best reception possible. •... -
Page 7: Hardware Overview
This LED will blink slowly when installed properly. If this light is off, the drivers are not installed. During the WPS process, this light will blink fast. USB Connector Used to connect the DWA-180 to your computer. Press the WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) button to automatically connect to a WPS-enabled WPS Button wireless router or access point and establish connectivity. -
Page 8: Installation
Remove Existing Installations If you’ve installed a different manufacture’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 9: Disable Other Adapters
Section 2 - Installation Disable Other Adapters Most newer laptops may include a built-in wireless adapter. To prevent any conflicts with the D-Link wireless adapter, it is recommended to disable the wireless adapter (as well as any unused Ethernet adapters). - Page 10 When the adapter is disabled, a down arrow or a grayed icon 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-180 User Manual...
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Page 11: Wireless Installation Considerations
The key to maximizing wireless range is to follow these basic guidelines: 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 12: Adapter Installation
Section 2 - Installation Adapter Installation Warning: Do NOT connect the DWA-180 adapter to your computer before installing the driver software from the D-Link CD. Turn on the computer and insert the D-Link DWA-180 Driver CD in the CD-ROM drive. - Page 13 When the Welcome screen appears, click Next to continue. Step 2 Select the installation folder and click Next to continue. If you do not want to use the default location, click the Browse button and select a location. D-Link DWA-180 User Manual...
- Page 14 Select the location to add a program icon to a program folder and click Next to continue. Step 4 Connect the DWA-180 adapter to an available USB slot on your computer. If the Found New Hardware Wizard appears, click Cancel.
- Page 15 Section 2 - Installation Step 5 The DWA-180 drivers will now be installed. This may take up to one minute. If you get a bubble alert stating that the adapter has not been installed, ignore it and click the x in the upper-right corner to close the alert.
- Page 16 Once you click Scan, a list of available wireless networks will be displayed. Select a network to connect to and click Next. If the network you are connecting to is secure, enter the Wi-Fi Password (encryption key) and click Next. Skip to page 18. D-Link DWA-180 User Manual...
- Page 17 Within two minutes press the Connect Now button on the screen to start the WPS process on the adapter. Please allow up to two minutes for the WPS process to finish. You are now successfully connected to your wireless network. Click Finish. D-Link DWA-180 User Manual...
- Page 18 Section 2 - Installation Step 7 The Wireless Connection Wizard is now completed. Click Finish to continue. Step 8 The adapter installation is completed. Click Finish. D-Link DWA-180 User Manual...
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Page 19: Connect To A Wireless Network
“Push Button Configuration” (PBC) is a physical button on the DWA-180 and most wireless devices such as routers. A connection can be established by pressing the WPS button on the DWA-180 and then pushing the button on your access point or wireless router within 120 seconds. -
Page 20: Wireless Connection Manager
Section 3 - Connect to a Wireless Network Wireless Connection Manager To connect to a wireless network using the D-Link Wireless Connection Manager, follow the steps below: 1. Launch the manager by either clicking on the icon in the system tray or double-click the Wireless Connection Manager icon on your desktop. -
Page 21: D-Link Wireless Connection Manager
This section will show you how to configure your new D-Link wireless adapter using the D-Link Wireless Connection Manager. The DWA-180 uses the Wireless Connection Manager as the management software. The manager provides the user an easy interface to connect to any wireless network, create profiles for commonly-used wireless networks, and change any settings related to the wireless adapter. -
Page 22: Wireless Networks
Highlight a wireless network and click the Connect button. If the network is secure, a pop-up window will appear. Enter the security information to connect Select a wireless network profile from the drop-down menu and click Activate Activate: to connect. Allow up to 30 seconds to connect. D-Link DWA-180 User Manual... -
Page 23: Status Bar
Displays the signal strength of your wireless network. Four green bars indicates the Signal best signal strength/quality. Displays the current channel of your wireless network. This setting can only be changed Channel on your wireless router or access point. D-Link DWA-180 User Manual... -
Page 24: My Wireless Networks
Activate to connect. Allow up to 30 seconds to connect. Profile Details: The Profile Details section will display information about the wireless network such as the network name (SSID), network type (Infrastructure or Ad-Hoc), and if the network is secured/ encrypted. D-Link DWA-180 User Manual... -
Page 25: Add/Modify Profile
Ad hoc mode. Security Type: Select the type of security used on the wireless network: None, WEP, WPA-Personal, WPA2-Personal, WPA-Enterprise, or WPA2-Enterprise. Refer to the next page for more information. Click OK to save your settings. D-Link DWA-180 User Manual... -
Page 26: Wpa/Wpa2 - Personal
Select if your wireless network is using TKIP or AES. Key: Enter the wireless network passphrase. Show text in the Check to display the passphrase. Uncheck to password field: hide the passphrase. Click OK to save your profile settings. D-Link DWA-180 User Manual... -
Page 27: Wpa/Wpa2 - Enterprise
Enter the login information required to authenticate. Add/Remove: Click Add to enter the IP Address(es) of your RADIUS Server(s). Select an address and click Remove to delete it from the list. Click OK to save your profile settings. D-Link DWA-180 User Manual... -
Page 28: Troubleshooting
Section 5 - Troubleshooting Troubleshooting This chapter provides solutions to problems that can occur during the installation and operation of the DWA-180. Read the following descriptions if you are having problems. 1. How do I know if my adapter is installed properly? Windows®... - Page 29 Section 5 - Troubleshooting Click the + sign next to Network Adapters. Right-click on D-Link DWA-180 Wireless N Dual Band USB Adapter. Select Properties to check that the drivers are installed properly. D-Link DWA-180 Wireless AC1000 Dual Band USB Adapter Look under Device Status to check that the device is working properly.
- Page 30 • In Infrastructure mode, make sure the same Service Set Identifier (SSID) is specified on the settings for the wireless clients and access points. By default, the SSID factory setting for D-Link products is blank. (Double-click on the WLAN icon in the taskbar. The Link Info screen will display the SSID setting.)
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Page 31: 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. - Page 32 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 phone work, through radio signals to transmit data from one point A to point B.
- Page 33 Who uses wireless? Wireless technology has become so popular in recent years that almost everyone is using it, whether it’s for home, office, or business, D-Link has a wireless solution for it. Home • Gives everyone at home broadband access •...
- Page 34 The wireless connection in public places is usually called “hotspots”. Using a D-Link USB 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 35: Wireless Modes
An Infrastructure network contains an Access Point or wireless router. All the wireless devices, or clients, will connect to the wireless router or access point. An Ad-Hoc network contains only clients, such as laptops with wireless USB Adapters. All the adapters must be in Ad-Hoc mode to communicate. D-Link DWA-180 User Manual... -
Page 36: 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 37: Statically Assign An Ip Address
Windows® 8 Users • Press the Windows key and then type IP. Click Settings on the right side and then click View Network Connections. • Right-click on the adapter which represents your D-Link wireless network adapter. • Highlight Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP /IPv4) and click Properties. -
Page 38: Windows® 7/ Vista® Users
Windows Vista, click on Manage network connections along the left panel in the window. For Windows® 7, click on Change adapter settings. • 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 39: Windows® Xp Users
• Click on Start > Control Panel. Make sure you are in Classic View. Double-click on the Network Connections icon. • 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. -
Page 40: Technical Specifications
* Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11ac (draft), 802.11n, and 802.11g 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-180 User Manual... -
Page 41: Contacting Technical Support
• 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. For customers within the United States:... -
Page 42: 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 43: Limited Software Warranty
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 44 • USA residents send to 17595 Mt. Herrmann, Fountain Valley, CA 92708. D-Link will not be held responsible for any packages that are lost in transit to D-Link. The repaired or replaced packages will be shipped to the customer via UPS Ground or any common carrier selected by D-Link.
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Page 45: 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 46: Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement
The further RF exposure reduction can be achieved if the product can be kept as far as possible from the user body or set the device to lower output power if such function is available. D-Link DWA-180 User Manual... -
Page 47: Industry Canada Statement
(iv) De plus, les utilisateurs devraient aussi être avisés que les utilisateurs de radars de haute puissance sont désignés utilisateurs principaux (c.-à-d., qu’ils ont la priorité) pour les bandes 5 250-5 350 MHz et 5 650-5 850 MHz et que ces radars pourraient causer du brouillage et/ou des dommages aux dispositifs LAN-EL. D-Link DWA-180 User Manual... - Page 48 Le produit est sûr pour un fonctionnement tel que décrit dans ce manuel. La réduction aux expositions RF peut être augmentée si l'appareil peut être conservé aussi loin que possible du corps de l'utilisateur ou que le dispositif est réglé sur la puissance de sortie la plus faible si une telle fonction est disponible. D-Link DWA-180 User Manual...
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Page 49: 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 1.0 March 21, 2013 D-Link DWA-180 User Manual...