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  • Page 2: Table of Contents

    2 d-link dwa-160 user manual table of contents product overview ..............................................................3 package contents ......................................................................... 3 system requirements ..............................................................

  • Page 3: System Requirements

    3 d-link dwa-160 user manual section 1 - product overview d-link dwa-160 xtreme n® dual band usb adapter cradle (optional) cd with drivers and software system requirements • a computer or laptop with an available usb 2.0 port • windows® 8, 7, vista®, xp (service pack 2) • cd-rom drive • 300mhz proce...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    4 d-link dwa-160 user manual section 1 - product overview introduction the dwa-160 xtreme n ™ dual band usb adapter is a convenient wireless connectivity solution for desktop or notebook pcs. Instead of stringing ethernet cables to your pc or dismantling your desktop computer case, the dwa-160 can e...

  • Page 5: Features

    5 d-link dwa-160 user manual section 1 - product overview features • compact size for placement anywhere. • convenience of plug & play installation. • fully 802.11g and 802.11a compatible. • 802.11n compliant. • powered by the usb port; no external power source required. • usb 2.0 standard * . • you...

  • Page 6: Hardware Overview

    6 d-link dwa-160 user manual section 1 - product overview hardware overview 1 wps button press the wps button to automatically connect to a wps-enabled wireless router or access point and establish connectivity. Refer to page 20. 2 usb connector used to connect the dwa-160 to your computer. 1 2.

  • Page 7: Installation

    7 d-link dwa-160 user manual section 2 - installation 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 installing your d-link adapter. Also, if you have previously installed another wireless ...

  • Page 8

    8 d-link dwa-160 user manual section 2 - installation disable other wireless 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). Fr...

  • Page 9

    9 d-link dwa-160 user manual section 2 - installation click yes to disable the adapter. 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..

  • Page 10

    Version 2.10

  • Page 11: Adapter Installation

    11 d-link dwa-160 user manual section 2 - installation warning: do not install the dwa-160 xtreme n ™ dual band usb adapter into your computer before installing the driver software from the d-link cd. Turn on the computer and insert the d-link dwa-160 driver cd in the cd-rom drive. If the cd autorun...

  • Page 12

    12 d-link dwa-160 user manual section 2 - installation the installshield wizard window will appear. Click next to continue. By default setup will install to the default location: c:\program files\d-link\dwa-160, where c: represents the drive letter of your hard drive. To install to a different locat...

  • Page 13

    13 d-link dwa-160 user manual section 2 - installation the wireless connection wizard will now appear. If you want to manually connect to a wireless network, refer to page 15. The following instructions will connect you to a wireless network using wi-fi ® protected setup (wps). Click next to continu...

  • Page 14

    14 d-link dwa-160 user manual section 2 - installation to connect to your network using the wps push button configuration method, click the virtual button as shown in the screenshot. Note: you may also connect to your network by pressing the wps button on the adapter and holding for two seconds unti...

  • Page 15

    15 d-link dwa-160 user manual section 2 - installation to manually connect to your wireless network, select manually connect to a wireless network and then click next. Click the scan button to display a list of wireless networks (site survey). Click on the network name (ssid) and click next. Enter t...

  • Page 16

    16 d-link dwa-160 user manual section 2 - installation click finish to continue. If you are prompted to reboot your computer, select yes, i want to restart my computer now. When this screen appears, you are successfully connected to your wireless network. Click next to complete your setup..

  • Page 17: Configuration

    17 d-link dwa-160 user manual section 3 - configuration configuration this section will show you how to configure your new d-link wireless adapter using the d-link utility as well as windows® xp zero configuration and vista® wlan auto configuration. D-link wireless connection manager the d-link dwa-...

  • Page 18: Wireless Networks

    18 d-link dwa-160 user manual section 3 - configuration wireless networks the ssid (service set identifier) is the name of the wireless network. Displays the mac address of the wireless device. Displays the link quality of the wireless connection. If there is a “lock” icon, this means the wireless n...

  • Page 19: Wi-Fi

    19 d-link dwa-160 user manual section 3 - configuration wi-fi ® protected setup (wps) wi-fi protected setup (wps) system is designed for easy setup of security-enabled wi-fi networks. It is recommended to have the access point or wireless router nearby during setup. For more information on wps, visi...

  • Page 20: Push Button

    20 d-link dwa-160 user manual section 3 - configuration push button 1. To connect to your network, press the wps button on the adapter and hold for two seconds until the wizard screen appears. 2. Press the wps button located on your access point or router to continue. This screen will appear once yo...

  • Page 21

    21 d-link dwa-160 user manual section 3 - configuration if you want to connect using the pbc method, refer to page 20. To use the pin method, select pin (personal identification number) and click next. Make sure your access point or wireless router is close by. Write down the number on the screen. E...

  • Page 22

    22 d-link dwa-160 user manual section 3 - configuration the adapter will try to establish connectivity to your access point or wireless router. When this screen appears, you have successfully established connectivity. Click finish to complete your setup..

  • Page 23: My Wireless Networks

    23 d-link dwa-160 user manual section 3 - configuration my wireless networks the my wireless networks page will allow you to create, edit, and delete wireless network profiles. Every time you connect to a network using the wireless networks page, a profile will automatically be created. New button: ...

  • Page 24: Add Profile

    24 d-link dwa-160 user manual section 3 - configuration add profile you may add a new network by clicking the new button from the my wireless networks page. Profile name: ssid: enter a name for your profile (e.G. Home, office, coffee shop). Enter the ssid of the wireless network. Select the network ...

  • Page 25: Modify Profile

    25 d-link dwa-160 user manual section 3 - configuration modify profile you may edit an existing profile by selecting the profile and clicking the modify button from the my wireless networks page. Profile name: ssid: enter a name for your profile (e.G. Home, office, coffee shop). Displays the ssid of...

  • Page 26: Support

    26 d-link dwa-160 user manual section 3 - configuration support if you need help, click the support button. A panel will appear to the right of the utility which will display information about the utility..

  • Page 27: About

    27 d-link dwa-160 user manual section 3 - configuration the about screen gives you information about the firmware and utility versions of the dwa-160. About.

  • Page 28: Windows® 8

    28 d-link dwa-160 user manual section 3 - configuration windows® 8 1. Click on the wireless computer icon in your system tray (lower-right corner next to the time). 2. A list of available wireless networks will appear. 3. Click the wireless network (ssid) you want to connect to and then click connec...

  • Page 29

    29 d-link dwa-160 user manual section 3 - configuration if you get a good signal but cannot access the internet, confirm the encryption by reviewing the profile or check the tcp/ip settings for your wireless adapter. Refer to the networking basics section in this manual for more information. 5. Clic...

  • Page 30: Windows® 7

    30 d-link dwa-160 user manual section 3 - configuration windows® 7 left-click the wireless icon in your system tray (lower-right corner next to the time). If you receive the wireless networks detected bubble, click on the center of the bubble to access the utility. Or the utility will display any av...

  • Page 31: Windows Vista®

    31 d-link dwa-160 user manual section 3 - configuration windows vista® right-click on the wireless computer icon in your system tray (lower-right corner next to the time). Select connect to a network. If you receive the wireless networks detected bubble, click on the center of the bubble to access t...

  • Page 32: Windows® Xp

    32 d-link dwa-160 user manual section 3 - configuration windows® xp right-click on the wireless computer icon in your system tray (lower-right corner next to the time). Select view available wireless networks. If you receive the wireless networks detected bubble, click on the center of the bubble to...

  • Page 33: Wireless Security

    33 d-link dwa-160 user manual section 4 - wireless security wireless security this section will show you the different levels of security you can use to protect your data from intruders. The dwa-160 offers the following types of security: • wpa/wpa2-personal • wpa/wpa2-enterprise what is wpa ™ ? Wpa...

  • Page 34: Configure Wpa/wpa2-Personal

    34 d-link dwa-160 user manual section 4 - wireless security configure wpa/wpa2-personal using the d-link wireless connection manager it is recommended to enable wpa/wpa2-personal on your wireless router or access point before configuring your wireless adapter. If you are joining an existing network,...

  • Page 35

    35 d-link dwa-160 user manual section 4 - wireless security it is recommended to enable wpa/wpa2-personal on your wireless router or access point before configuring your wireless adapter. Make sure you enter the passphrase exactly the same on all wireless devices. 1. Open the wireless connection man...

  • Page 36: Windows® 7

    36 d-link dwa-160 user manual section 3 - configuration configure wpa/wpa2 passphrase windows® 7 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 an existing network, you will need to k...

  • Page 37

    37 d-link dwa-160 user manual section 3 - configuration 3. Highlight the wireless network (ssid) you would like to connect to and click the connect button. If you get a good signal but cannot access the internet, check your tcp/ip settings for your wireless adapter. Refer to the networking basics se...

  • Page 38

    38 d-link dwa-160 user manual section 3 - configuration 5. Enter the same security key or passphrase that is on your router and click connect. You can also connect by pushing the wps button on the router. It may take 20-30 seconds to connect to the wireless network. If the connection fails, please v...

  • Page 39: Windows Vista®

    39 d-link dwa-160 user manual section 4 - wireless security 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 an existing network, you will need to know the security key or passphrase be...

  • Page 40

    40 d-link dwa-160 user manual section 4 - wireless security 3. Enter the same security key or passphrase that is on your router and click connect. It may take 20-30 seconds to connect to the wireless network. If the connection fails, please verify that the security settings are correct. The key or p...

  • Page 41: Windows® Xp

    41 d-link dwa-160 user manual section 4 - wireless security windows® xp it is recommended to enable wpa/wpa2-personal on your wireless router or access point before configuring your wireless adapter. If you are joining an existing network, you will need to know the wpa/wpa2-personal key being used. ...

  • Page 42

    42 d-link dwa-160 user manual section 4 - wireless security 3. The wireless network connection box will appear. Enter the wpa/wpa2-personal passphrase and click connect. It may take 20-30 seconds to connect to the wireless network. If the connection fails, please verify that the wpa/wpa2-personal se...

  • Page 43

    43 d-link dwa-160 user manual section 4 - wireless security configure wpa/wpa2-enterprise using the d-link wireless connection manager wpa/wpa2-enterprise is for advanced users who are familiar with using a radius server and setting up certificates. 1. Open the wireless connection manager by double-...

  • Page 44: Troubleshooting

    44 d-link dwa-160 user manual section 5 - troubleshooting 1. How do i know if my adapter is installed properly? Select the hardware tab, then select device manager. Troubleshooting this chapter provides solutions to problems that can occur during the installation and operation of the dwa-160. Read t...

  • Page 45

    45 d-link dwa-160 user manual section 5 - troubleshooting click the + sign next to network adapters. Right-click on d-link dwa-160 xtreme n dual band usb adapter. Select properties to check that the drivers are installed properly. Look under device status to check that the device is working properly...

  • Page 46

    46 d-link dwa-160 user manual section 5 - troubleshooting make sure that the dwa-160 wireless adapter is properly seated in the computer’s usb port. If windows ® does not detect the hardware upon insertion of the adapter, make sure to completely remove drivers that were previously loaded. 2. The com...

  • Page 47

    47 d-link dwa-160 user manual section 5 - troubleshooting check that the network connection for the wireless client is configured properly. Select ap (infrastructure) when connecting to an access point. Double-click on the wlan icon in the taskbar > click on configuration to change the settings for ...

  • Page 48: Windows® 7 Troubleshooting

    48 d-link dwa-160 user manual section 5 - troubleshooting windows® 7 troubleshooting go to start > computer > properties. Select the device manager.

  • Page 49

    49 d-link dwa-160 user manual section 5 - troubleshooting click the + sign next to network adapters. Right-click on d-link dwa-160 wireless desktop adapter. Select properties to check that the drivers are installed properly. Look under device status to check that the device is working properly. Clic...

  • Page 50: Wireless Basics

    50 d-link dwa-160 user manual appendix a - 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...

  • Page 51

    51 d-link dwa-160 user manual appendix a - wireless basics what is wireless? Wireless or wi-fi ® technology is another way of connecting your computer to the network without using wires. Wi-fi uses radio frequency to connect wirelessly, so you have the freedom to connect computers anywhere in your h...

  • Page 52

    52 d-link dwa-160 user manual appendix a - wireless basics 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 53

    53 d-link dwa-160 user manual appendix a - wireless basics where is wireless used? Wireless technology is expanding everywhere not just at home or the office. People like the freedom of mobility and it’s becoming so popular that more and more public facilities now provide wireless access to attract ...

  • Page 54: Wireless Modes

    54 d-link dwa-160 user manual appendix a - wireless basics there are basically two modes of networking: • infrastructure – all wireless clients will connect to an access point or wireless router. • ad-hoc – directly connecting to another computer, for peer-to-peer communication, using wireless netwo...

  • Page 55: Networking Basics

    55 d-link dwa-160 user manual appendix b - networking basics 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) ...

  • Page 56: Windows

    56 d-link dwa-160 user manual appendix b - networking basics if you are not using a dhcp capable gateway/router, or you need to assign a static ip address, please follow the steps below: windows ® 8 users • press the windows key and then type ip. Click settings on the right side and then click view ...

  • Page 57: Windows®

    57 d-link dwa-160 user manual appendix b - networking basics windows® 7/ vista® users • click on start > control panel (make sure you are in classic view). Double-click on the network and sharing center icon. If you are using windows vista, click on manage network connections along the left panel in...

  • Page 58: Windows® Xp/2000 Users

    58 d-link dwa-160 user manual appendix b - networking basics windows® xp/2000 users • windows® xp - click on start > control panel. Make sure you are in classic view. Double-click on the network connections icon. Windows® 2000 – from the desktop, right-click my network places > properties. • right-c...

  • Page 59: Technical Specifications

    59 d-link dwa-160 user manual appendix c - technical specifications technical specifications standards • ieee 802.11n • ieee 802.11g • ieee 802.11a bus type • usb 2.0 (1.1 compatible) security • wi-fi protected access (wpa™ & wpa2™) • 64/128-bit wep • wi-fi protected setup - pin & pbc frequency rang...

  • Page 60: Warranty

    60 d-link dwa-160 user manual appendix e - warranty warranty federal communication commission interference statement: this equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class b digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the fcc rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable...

  • Page 61

    61 d-link dwa-160 user manual appendix e - warranty industry canada statement this device complies with rss-210 of the industry canada rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1) this device may not cause interference and 2) this device must accept any interference, including int...