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D-Link DCF-650W User Manual

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  • Page 1 DCF-650W 11Mbps Wireless LAN Compact Flash Adapter User’s Manual...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    System Requirements...4 Wireless Basics...4 Network Topology ...7 Ad-Hoc Wireless Network ... 7 Infrastructure Wireless Network ... 8 Wireless LAN Settings ...9 Using the Wireless LAN Utility on the DCF-650W...9 Troubleshooting...14 Specifications...15 Contacting Technical Support ...18 D-Link Locations Worldwide ...19 Limited Warranty...21...

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Introduction The D-Link DCF-650W 11Mbps IEEE 802.11b Wireless LAN Compact Flash Adapter is a standard Type II CF interface adapter integrated with wireless LAN technology. It provides you the easiest and fastest way to access your wireless and wired network. The Wireless Compact Flash Adapter, which utilizes the latest advancement of the PC industry –...

  • Page 4: Wireless Solutions

    Wireless Solutions 11Mbps Wireless LAN products offer a fast, reliable, cost-effective solution for wireless client access to the network in applications like these: Remote access to corporate network information E-mail, file transfer and terminal emulation Difficult-to-wire environments Historical or old buildings, asbestos installations, and open areas where wiring is difficult to deploy Frequently changing environments Retailers, manufacturers and those who frequently rearrange the workplace...

  • Page 5: Contents Of Package

    Contents of Package DCF-650W 11Mbps High Speed Wireless LAN DCF-650W 11 Mbps High Speed Wireless LAN Compact Flash Adapter Drivers User’s Manual Quick Install Guide Compact Flash Adapter Package Contents...

  • Page 6: System Requirements

    “Microsoft Active Sync” software Wireless Basics Your new D-Link Air product is based on industry standards to provide easy to use and compatible high-speed wireless connectivity within your home or business. Strictly adhering to IEEE 802.11b, the D-Link Air family of products will allow you to access the data you want, when and where you want it.

  • Page 7: Installation Considerations

    Installation Considerations Designed to go up to 800 feet in an open environment, D-Link Air lets you access your network from anywhere you want. However, keep in mind, that range is limited by the number of walls, ceilings, or other objects that the wireless signals must pass through.

  • Page 8: Network Configuration

    and/or Computers that will be connected. Additional Access Points can be connected to provide better coverage in rooms where the signal does not appear as strong as desired. Network Configuration The 11Mbps Wireless LAN products support the same network configuration options of the legacy Ethernet LANs as defined by IEEE 802 standard committee.

  • Page 9: Network Topology

    Network Topology Ad-Hoc Wireless Network An Ad-Hoc wireless LAN is a group of computers, each equipped with one wireless adapter, connected as an independent wireless LAN. Computers in a specific Ad-Hoc wireless LAN must be configured at the same radio channel. Ad-Hoc wireless LAN is applicable at a departmental scale for a branch or SOHO operation.

  • Page 10: Infrastructure Wireless Network

    Infrastructure Wireless Network The 11Mbps Wireless LAN devices provide access to a wired LAN for wireless workstations. An integrated wireless and wired LAN is called an Infrastructure configuration. A group of wireless LAN PC users and an Access Point construct a Basic Service Set (BSS).

  • Page 11: Wireless Lan Settings

    Wireless LAN Settings Using the Wireless LAN Utility on the DCF-650W Note: The DCF-650W Wireless Compact Flash Adapter is a “ready-to-use” device. Its default settings are compatible with a typical Infrastructure Wireless LAN. If you choose to adjust the settings, please see the following instructions: On your PDA, go to Start >...
  • Page 12 The “INFO” tab “INFO” tab displays the Wireless Compact Flash Adapter’s current status and includes information on the following items: Adapter - Displays the name of the Wireless Compact Flash Adapter Firmware – Displays the firmware version that is equipped with your hardware Domain –...
  • Page 13 Tx Rate – The default transfer rate of “Fully Auto” or “Auto rate” is the most efficient choice since it will allow the DCF-650W to adjust to the most optimal transfer rate available. However, options are provided for setting a fixed transfer rate.
  • Page 14 The “LINK” tab “LINK” tab is similar to the Ping Command. It allows you to monitor transmission quality between two stations. Enter the IP address of another station, set the timeout and packet size to see if the communication was sent successfully. -12-...
  • Page 15 The “WEP” tab If an additional measure of security is desired on the wireless network, WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) encryption can be enabled. Please select “Enable” in the above screen, if you wish to activate encryption. To activate WEP encryption, you will also need to select the “Key Length.” You may select either “64 Bits”...

  • Page 16: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Tips to Configure Your PDA for accessing the Internet To Configure the following: The Access Point’s ESSID WEP keys (if required) DHCP/Fixed IP (under IE browser) IP Addresses for device, Proxy server (under IE browser) If DNS, WINS is needed (most IP addresses are automatically assigned.) After you shut down your PDA, when you “power on”...

  • Page 17: Specifications

    Specifications Standards IEEE 802.11b Host interface Compact Flash V1.4, CF+ I/O interface, Type II Protocols TCP/IP Data Security 64/128-bit WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) Encryption Data Rate & Modulation 11Mbps: CCK 5.5Mbps: CCK 2Mbps: DQPSK 1Mpbs: DBSK Auto Fall-Back Range Coverage (Open Environment) 460 feet @ 11Mbps 656 feet @ 5.5Mbps...
  • Page 18 Output Power 14 dBm (Max. 18dBm) Voltage 3.3 VDC+-10% Network Architecture Types Supports Ad-Hoc and Infrastructure Roaming (standard IEEE 802.11 compliant) Operating Channels 11 United States (FCC) 11 Canada (DOC) Antenna PIFA (Patched Inverse “F” Antenna) Type Antenna Sensitivity @ PER<0.08 11Mbps <...
  • Page 19 Compatibility Pocket PC Compaq Casio Handheld PC Sharp Intel Warranty One Year Limited Warranty *Check http://www.dlink.com for newest releases of drivers. iPAQ (CPU: Strong ARM) E115 and E125 (MIPS R4000) Telios (MIPS R3000) Jornada 720 (Strong ARM) Pentium/X86 CPU -17-...

  • Page 20: Contacting Technical Support

    Contacting Technical Support D-Link provides free technical support for customers within the United States. U.S. customers can contact D-Link technical support through our web site, by e-mail, or by phone. United States technical support is available Monday through Friday from 6:00 a.m.

  • Page 21: D-Link Locations Worldwide

    Via Nino Bonnet No. 6/b, 20154 Milano, Italy TEL: 39-02-2900-0676 FAX: 39-02-2900-1723 E-MAIL: [email protected] JAPAN D-LINK JAPAN 10F, 8-8-15 Nishi-Gotanda, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo 141 Japan TEL: 81-3-5434-9678 FAX: 81-3-5434-9868 URL: www.d-link.co.jp FAX: 1-905-829-5095 E-MAIL: [email protected] URL: www.dlink.it -19- BBS: 1-965-279-8732 FREE CALL:...
  • Page 22 1 International Business Park, #03-12 The Synergy, Singapore 609917 TEL: 65-774-6233 FAX: 65-774-6322 URL: www.dlink-intl.com E-MAIL: S. AFRICA D-LINK SOUTH AFRICA Unit 2, Parkside 86 Oak Avenue Highveld Technopark Centurion, Gauteng, Republic of South Africa TEL: 27(0)126652165 FAX: 27(0)126652186 SWEDEN D-LINK SWEDEN P.O.

  • Page 23: Limited Warranty

    Such repair or replacement will be rendered by D-Link at an Authorized D-Link Service Office. The replacement Hardware need not be new or of an identical make, model or part; D-Link may in its discretion may 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 24 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. The Warranty Period shall extend for an additional ninety (90) days after any replacement Software is delivered.

  • Page 25: Fcc Statement

    HEREIN, THE ENTIRE RISK AS TO THE QUALITY, SELECTION AND PERFORMANCE OF THE PRODUCT IS WITH THE PURCHASER OF THE PRODUCT. Limitation of Liability: TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, D-LINK IS NOT LIABLE UNDER ANY CONTRACT, NEGLIGENCE, STRICT LIABILITY OR OTHER LEGAL OR EQUITABLE THEORY FOR...

  • Page 26: Ce Mark Warning

    Trademarks Copyright 2001 D-Link Corporation. Contents subject to change without prior notice. D-Link is a registered trademark of D-Link Corporation/D-Link Systems, Inc. All other trademarks belong to their respective proprietors.

  • Page 27: Registration

    Estate oManufacturing oRetail/Chainstore/Wholesale oGovernment oTransportation/Utilities/Communication oVAR oSystem house/company oOther________________________________ 9. Would you recommend your D-Link product to a friend? oYes oNo oDon't know yet 10.Your comments regarding this product? * Product installed in type of computer (e.g., Compaq 486)
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