D-Link DWA-121 user manual

Contents

1. Product Overviewp. 3

   D-Link DWA-121 Wireless N 150 Micro USB Adapter • Manual and Warranty on CD • Quick Installation Guide

2. System Requirementsp. 3

   A computer or laptop with an available USB port • Windows® 10/ 8.1/ 8/ 7 • CD-ROM drive • 1.3 GHz processor and at least 128 MB of RAM • A 802.11n/g/b access…

3. Introductionp. 4

   The DWA-121 Wireless N 150 Micro USB Adapter is a convenient wireless connectivity solution for desktop or notebook PCs. Instead of stringing Ethernet cables…

4. Featuresp. 5

   Compact size that doesn’t hinder or block other ports or peripherals connected to your PC or laptop • Fully 802.11g/n compatible • Powered by the USB port; no…

5. Hardware Overviewp. 6

   USB Connector Used to connect the DWA-121 to your computer. 1

6. Installationp. 7

   Getting Started Installation This section will walk you through the installation process. If you have a built-in wireless adapter, please disable it in Device…

7. Getting Startedp. 7

   Installation This section will walk you through the installation process. If you have a built-in wireless adapter, please disable it in Device Manager before…

8. Driver Installationp. 10

   Before using the DWA-121 Wireless N 150 Micro USB Adapter, you must first install the device driver from the included D-Link CD. Warning: Do NOT connect the…

9. Wireless Installation Considerationsp. 13

   The D-Link wireless adapter lets you access your network using a wireless connection from virtually anywhere within the operating range of your wireless…

10. Connecting to a Wireless Networkp. 14

    To connect to a wireless network

11. Using Windows 10p. 14

    , you will need to know the wireless network name (SSID) and Wi-Fi password (security key) of the device you are connecting to. To join an existing network…

12. Using Windows 8.1/ Windows 8p. 16

    It is recommended to enable wireless security (WPA/WPA2) on your wireless router or access point before configuring your wireless adapter. If you are joining…

13. Using Windows 7p. 18

    Windows 7 users may use the built-in wireless utility to connect to a wireless network. If you are using another company’s utility or Windows 2000, please…

14. Troubleshootingp. 23

    1. How do I know if my adapter is installed properly? Click Device Manager. Troubleshooting This chapter provides solutions to problems that can occur during…

15. Wireless Basicsp. 27

    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…

16. Wireless Modesp. 31
17. Networking Basicsp. 32

    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…

18. Check your IP addressp. 32

    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…

19. Statically Assign an IP addressp. 33

    If you are not using a DHCP capable gateway/router, or you need to assign a static IP address, please follow the steps below: • Click on Start > Control Panel…

20. Technical Specificationsp. 34
21. Regulatory Statementsp. 35

    Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device…