D-Link AC1300 MU-MIMO Nano USB Adapter (DWA-181) user manual

Contents

1. System Requirementsp. 3

   An available USB slot • Windows® 10, 8, 7, Mac OS 10.13 • An 802.11ac, 802.11n, or 802.11g wireless network Package Contents DWA-181 AC1300 MU-MIMO Wi-Fi Nano…

2. Introductionp. 4

   The AC1300 MU-MIMO Wi-Fi Nano USB Adapter (DWA-181) delivers powerful wireless AC technology to your desktop or notebook computer. Simply plug the adapter into…

3. Hardware Overviewp. 5

   1 USB Connector Use to connect the DWA-181 to your computer.

4. Installationp. 6

   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…

5. Getting Startedp. 6

   Before installing your new D-Link wireless adapter, please verify the following: • Remove any previous installations of wireless adapters • Disable any…

6. Wireless Installation Considerationsp. 9

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

7. Adapter Installationp. 10

   Note: Do not plug in your Wi-Fi adapter until instructed. Type eu.dlink.com/DWA-181 into the address bar of a web browser. 1 / eu.dlink.com/DWA-181I Scroll…

8. Troubleshootingp. 12

   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…

9. Wireless Basicsp. 15

   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…

10. Wireless Modesp. 19
11. Networking Basicsp. 20

    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…

12. Check your IP addressp. 20

    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…

13. Statically Assign an IP addressp. 21

    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…

14. Technical Specificationsp. 22
15. Regulatory Informationp. 23

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