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 –...
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...
“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.
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.
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.
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.
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).
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 >...
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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 –...
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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.
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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-...
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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”...
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”...
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