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2 D-Link WUA-1340 User Manual T able of Contents Product Overview ........................................................ 4 Package Contents ................................................... 4 System Requirements ............................................. 4 Introduction .............................................................. 5 Features[...]

3 D-Link WUA-1340 User Manual T able of Contents Troubleshooting ........................................................ 59 Wireless Basics ......................................................... 63 Networking Basics .................................................... 68 Check your IP address .......................................... 68 Window[...]

4 D-Link WUA-1340 User Manual Section 1 - Product Overview • D-Link WUA-1340 Wireless G USB Adapter • Cradle • Manual and Warranty on CD • D-Link Wireless Connection Manager on CD • Quick Installation Guide System Requirements • A computer or laptop with an available USB 2.0 port • Windows ® Vista ™ , XP (Service Pack 2) or 2000 (S[...]

5 D-Link WUA-1340 User Manual Section 1 - Product Overview Introduction D-Link, the industry pioneer in wireless networking, introduces the WUA-1340 Wireless USB Adapter, part of the Wireless G family of 802.11g wireless networking devices. Using the WUA-1340 Wireless USB Adapter, you can now enable 802.11g wireless connectivity for your PC using t[...]

6 D-Link WUA-1340 User Manual Section 1 - Product Overview • Provides maximum wireless signal rate of up to 54Mbps*. • Compact size for placement anywhere. • Convenience of Plug & Play installation. • Fully 802.11b/802.11g compatible. • Powered by the USB port; no external power source required. • USB 2.0 standard ** . • You can s[...]

7 D-Link WUA-1340 User Manual Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Over view USB Port Used to connect the WUA-1340 to your computer. Link Light A blinking light indicates activity on your wireless network.[...]

8 D-Link WUA-1340 User Manual Section 2 - Installation 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 manager before installing your D-Link adapter. Also, if you have previously installed another wireless adapter, please make sure any sof[...]

9 D-Link WUA-1340 User Manual Section 2 - Installation Disable Other Wireless Adapters Most newer laptops may include a built-in wireless adapter. To prevent any conicts with the D-Link wireless adapter, it is recommended to disable the wireless adapter (as well as any unused Ethernet adapters). From the desktop, right-click on the My C omputer [...]

10 D-Link WUA-1340 User Manual Section 2 - Installation Click Yes to disable the adapter. The adapter is now disabled. When disabled, a red X 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 .[...]

11 D-Link WUA-1340 User Manual Section 2 - Installation Wireless Installation Considerations The D-Link wireless adapter lets you access your network using a wireless connection from virtually anywhere within the operating range of your wireless network. Keep in mind, however, that the number, thickness and location of walls, ceilings, or other obj[...]

12 D-Link WUA-1340 User Manual Section 2 - Installation Warning: Do NOT install the WUA-1340 USB Adapter into your computer before installing the driver software from the D-Link CD. Turn on the computer and Insert the D-Link WUA-1340 Driver CD in the CD-ROM drive. If the CD Autorun function does not automatically start on your computer, go to Start[...]

13 D-Link WUA-1340 User Manual Section 2 - Installation The InstallShield Wizar d window will appear. Click Next to continue. By default setup will install to the default location: C:Program FilesD-LinkWU A-1340 , where C: represents the drive letter of your hard drive. To install to a different location click Browse and specify the location. Cl[...]

14 D-Link WUA-1340 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 16. The following instructions will connect you to a wireless network using Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS). Insert the adapter into an available USB port on your computer. If the F[...]

15 D-Link WUA-1340 User Manual Section 2 - Installation T o c on n ec t to y ou r ne t wo r k u s in g th e WP S pu s h b u tt o n c o n g ur a ti o n method, click the virtual button as shown in the screenshot. Press the WPS button on your access point or wireless router within 2 minutes to establish connectivity. When this screen appears, you [...]

16 D-Link WUA-1340 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 the network name (SSID) manually. If you enter t[...]

17 D-Link WUA-1340 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 . Wh en thi s scre en app ears , you are suc cess ful ly conn ect ed to you r wireless network. Click Next to complete your setup.[...]

18 D-Link WUA-1340 User Manual Section 2 - Installation The InstallShield Wizar d window will appear. Click Next to continue. By default setup will install to the default location: C:Program FilesD-LinkWU A-1340 , where C: represents the drive letter of your hard drive. To install to a different location click Browse and specify the location. Cl[...]

19 D-Link WUA-1340 User Manual Section 2 - Installation The D-Link conguration wizard will now appear. If you are using Windows ® XP (SP2), you will have the option to use either the D-Link utility or the built-in Windows ® Wireless utility. Click Next to continue. Insert the adapter into an available USB port on your computer. Opt iona l: If [...]

20 D-Link WUA-1340 User Manual Section 2 - Installation To connect to your network using the WPS push button conguration method, click the virtual button as shown in the screenshot. Press the WPS button on your access point or wireless router within 2 minutes to establish connectivity. When this screen appears, you have successfully connected to[...]

21 D-Link WUA-1340 User Manual Section 2 - Installation Enter the network name (SSID) manually. If you enter the SSID incorrectly, you will automatically be brought to the site survey page. Click Next to continue or click Scan to display the site survey page. To manually connect to your wireless network, select Manually connect to a wireless networ[...]

22 D-Link WUA-1340 User Manual Section 2 - Installation If the wireless network you are trying to connect to is using WEP, enter the WEP key. Click Next to continue. If the wireless network you are trying to connect to is using WPA- PSK, enter the WPA-PSK passphrase. Click Next to continue. Click Finish to continue. If you are prompted to reboot yo[...]

23 D-Link WUA-1340 User Manual Section 3 - Configuration Configuration This section will show you how to congure your new D-Link wireless adapter using the D-Link Utility as well as the Windows ® XP Zero Conguration Utility. D-Link Wireless Connection Manager The D-Link WUA-1340 uses the Wireless Connection Manager as the management softwa[...]

24 D-Link WUA-1340 User Manual Section 3 - Configuration Wireless Networks The SSID (Service Set Identier) 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 ne tw or k is sec ure. You mus t know the en[...]

25 D-Link WUA-1340 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, visit the Wi-Fi Alliance website at www.wi-.org. ?[...]

26 D-Link WUA-1340 User Manual Section 3 - Configuration If you want to connec t usin g the PBC metho d, refer to page 20. To use the PIN method, select PIN (Personal Identication Number) and click Next . Make sure your access point or wireless router is close by. Write do wn the numb er on the scr een. Ente r thi s num be r in your acce ss poi[...]

27 D-Link WUA-1340 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.[...]

28 D-Link WUA-1340 User Manual Section 3 - Configuration My Wireless Networks The My Wireless Networks page will allow you to create, edit, and delete wireless network proles. Every time you connect to a network using the Wireless Networks page, a prole will automatically be created. New Button: Modify: Click New to create a new wireless net[...]

29 D-Link WUA-1340 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: Ent er a nam e for your prol e (e. g. Home, Ofc e, Coffee Shop). Enter the SSID of the wireless network. Select the network type. If you are connecting to a wirele[...]

30 D-Link WUA-1340 User Manual Section 3 - Configuration Modify Profile You may edit an existing prole by clicking the Modify button from the My Wireless Networks page. Profile Name: SSID: En ter a nam e for your pro le (e. g. Hom e, Ofc e, Coffee Shop). Displays the SSID of the network. Displays the network type. Select the type of sec[...]

31 D-Link WUA-1340 User Manual Section 3 - Configuration Support If you need help, click the Support button. A pane will appear to the right of the utility which will display information about the utility.[...]

32 D-Link WUA-1340 User Manual Section 3 - Configuration The About screen gives you information about the Firmware and Utility Versions of the WUA-1340. About[...]

33 D-Link WUA-1340 User Manual Section 3 - Configuration Wireless Networks The SSID (Service Set Identier) 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 ne tw or k is sec ure. You mus t know the en[...]

34 D-Link WUA-1340 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, visit the Wi-Fi Alliance website at www.wi-.org. ?[...]

35 D-Link WUA-1340 User Manual Section 3 - Configuration If you want to connec t usin g the PBC metho d, refer to page 20. To use the PIN method, select PIN (Personal Identication Number) and click Next . Make sure your access point or wireless router is close by. Write do wn the numb er on the scr een. Ente r thi s num be r in your acce ss poi[...]

36 D-Link WUA-1340 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.[...]

37 D-Link WUA-1340 User Manual Section 3 - Configuration My Wireless Networks The My Wireless Networks page will allow you to create, edit, and delete wireless network proles. Every time you connect to a network using the Wireless Networks page, a prole will automatically be created. New Button: Modify: Click New to create a new wireless net[...]

38 D-Link WUA-1340 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: Ent er a nam e for your prol e (e. g. Home, Ofc e, Coffee Shop). Enter the SSID of the wireless network. Select the network type. If you are connecting to a wirele[...]

39 D-Link WUA-1340 User Manual Section 3 - Configuration Modify Profile You may edit an existing prole by clicking the Modify button from the My Wireless Networks page. Profile Name: SSID: En ter a nam e for your pro le (e. g. Hom e, Ofc e, Coffee Shop). Displays the SSID of the network. Displays the network type. Select the type of sec[...]

40 D-Link WUA-1340 User Manual Section 3 - Configuration Support If you need help, click the Support button. A pane will appear to the right of the utility which will display information about the utility.[...]

41 D-Link WUA-1340 User Manual Section 3 - Configuration The About screen gives you information about the Firmware and Utility Versions of the WUA-1340. About[...]

42 D-Link WUA-1340 User Manual Section 3 - Configuration Connect to a Wireless Network Using Windows Vista ™ Windows ® Vista ™ users may use the built-in wireless utility. If you are using another company’s utility or Windows ® 2000, please refer to the user manual of your wireless adapter for help with connecting to a wireless network. Mo[...]

43 D-Link WUA-1340 User Manual Section 3 - Configuration 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 networ k. If the connectio n fails, please verify that the security settings are correct. The key or passphrase must be exactly the same as on the wireles[...]

44 D-Link WUA-1340 User Manual Section 3 - Configuration Connect to a Wireless Network Using Windows ® XP Windows ® XP users may use the built-in wireless utility (Zero Conguration Utility). The following instructions are for Service Pack 2 users. If you are using another company’s utility or Windows ® 2000, please refer to the user manual[...]

45 D-Link WUA-1340 User Manual Section 3 - Configuration Disabling The Windows ® XP Utility If you want to use the D-Link wireless utility you must disable the Windows ® XP wireless utility. Right-click on the wireless computer icon in your system tray (lower-right corner next to the time). Select View Available Wireless Networks . In the Choose[...]

46 D-Link WUA-1340 User Manual Section 3 - Configuration In the Wireless Network Connection Proper ties window, unc heck Use Wind ows ® to con gure my wir ele ss netw ork settings and then click OK .[...]

47 D-Link WUA-1340 User Manual Section 4 - Security Wireless Security This section will show you the different levels of security you can use to protect your data from intruders. The WUA-1340 offers the following types of security: • WPA2 (Wi-Fi Protected Access 2) • WPA2-PSK (Pre-Shared Key) • WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access) • WPA-PSK (Pre-Sh[...]

48 D-Link WUA-1340 User Manual Section 4 - Security What is WP A? WPA, or Wi-Fi Protected Access, is a Wi-Fi standard that was designed to improve the security features of WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy). The 2 major improvements over WEP: • Improved data encryption through the Temporal Key Integrity Protocol (TKIP). TKIP scrambles the keys usi ng[...]

49 D-Link WUA-1340 User Manual Section 4 - Security Configure WP A/WP A2 Passphrase Using the D-Link Utility It is recom mend ed to enable WPA-P SK on your wireles s rout er or access point befor e con guri ng your wirel ess adapte r. If you are joining an existing network, you will need to know the WPA-PSK passphrase being used. 1. Open the Wi[...]

50 D-Link WUA-1340 User Manual Section 4 - Security It is recom mend ed to enable WPA-P SK on your wireles s rout er or access point befor e con guri ng your wirel ess adapte r. Make sure you enter the passphrase exactly the same on all wireless devices. 1. Open the Wireless Connection Manager by double-clicking on the D-Link icon on your deskto[...]

51 D-Link WUA-1340 User Manual Section 4 - Security Configure WP A/WP A2 Passphrase Using the Windows ® Vista Utility It is recommended to enable wireless security (WPA/WPA2) on your wireless router or access point before conguring your wireless adapter. If you are joining an existing network, you will need to know the security key or passphra[...]

52 D-Link WUA-1340 User Manual Section 4 - 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 passphrase must be exactly the same as on the wireless rou[...]

53 D-Link WUA-1340 User Manual Section 4 - Security Configure WP A/WP A2 Passphrase Using the Windows ® XP Utility It is recom mend ed to enable WPA-P SK on your wireles s rout er or access point befor e con guri ng your wirel ess adapte r. If you are joining an existing network, you will need to know the WPA-PSK key being used. 2. Highlight t[...]

54 D-Link WUA-1340 User Manual Section 4 - Security 3. The Wire less Netw ork Conn ectio n box will appea r. Ente r the WPA-PSK passphrase and click Connect . It may take 20-30 seconds to connect to the wireless network. If the con nect ion fail s, ple ase veri fy th at the WPA -PSK set ting s are correct. The WPA-PSK passphrase must be exactly the[...]

55 D-Link WUA-1340 User Manual Section 4 - Security Configure WP A/WP A2 Using the D-Link Utility WPA and WPA2 are for advanced users who are familiar with using a RADIUS server and setting up certicates. 1. Open the Wireless Utility by double-clicking on the D-Link icon in your system tray (lower-right corner of screen). Click on New to create[...]

56 D-Link WUA-1340 User Manual Section 4 - Security 4. Next to EAP T ype , select EAP-TLS , EAP-TTLS , or PEAP . Extensible Authentication Protocols allow devices on the network to request authentication from the RADIUS server in the network. All the devices on the network must use the same EAP type when using a RADIUS server for authentication. So[...]

57 D-Link WUA-1340 User Manual Section 4 - Security Configure 802.1x Using the D-Link Utility 802.1x is for advanced users who are familiar with using a RADIUS server and setting up certicates. 1. Open the Wireless Utility by double-clicking on the D-Link icon in your system tray (lower-right corner of screen). Click on New to create a new pro?[...]

58 D-Link WUA-1340 User Manual Section 4 - Security 4. Next to EAP T ype , select EAP-TLS , LEAP , EAP-TTLS , or PEAP . Extensible Authentication Protocols allow devices on the network to request authentication from the RADIUS server in the network. All the devices on the network must use the same EAP type when using a RADIUS server for authenticat[...]

59 D-Link WUA-1340 User Manual Section 5 - T roubleshooting 1. How do I know if my adapter is installed properly? T roubleshooting This chapter provides solutions to problems that can occur during the installation and operation of the WUA-1340. Read the following descriptions if you are having problems. Windows Vista ™ users - Open the Start menu[...]

60 D-Link WUA-1340 User Manual Section 5 - T roubleshooting Cli ck the + sign next to Netw ork Ada pters. Righ t-cli ck on D-Li nk WUA-1340 Cardbus Adapter. Select Properties to check that the drivers are installed properly. Look under Device Status to check that the device is working properly. Click OK to continue.[...]

61 D-Link WUA-1340 User Manual Section 5 - T roubleshooting Make sure that the WUA-1340 Wireless Adapter is properly seated in the computer’s USB slot. If Windows ® does not detect the hardware upon insertion of the adapter, make sure to completely remove drivers that were previously loaded. 2. The computer does not recognize the WUA-1340 Wirele[...]

62 D-Link WUA-1340 User Manual Section 5 - T roubleshooting Check that the Network Connection for the wireless client is congured properly. Select AP (Infrastructure) when connecting to an access point and select Ad-Hoc mode when connecting without an access point. Double-click on the WLAN icon in the taskbar > click on Conguration to chan[...]

63 D-Link WUA-1340 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 wireless family of products will allow you to se[...]

64 D-Link WUA-1340 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 home or ofce network. Why D-Link Wireless ? D-Lin[...]

65 D-Link WUA-1340 User Manual Appendix A - Wireless Basics Wireless Personal Area Network (WPAN) Bluetooth is the industry standard wireless technology used for WPAN. Bluetooth devices in WPAN operate in a range up to 30 feet away. Compared to WLAN the speed and wirel ess operation range are both less than WLAN, but in return it doesn’t use near[...]

66 D-Link WUA-1340 User Manual Appendix A - Wireless Basics Where is wireless used? Wireless technology is expanding everywhere not just at home or ofce. People like the freedom of mobility and it’s becoming so popular that more and more public facilities now provide wireless access to attract people. The wireless connection in public places i[...]

67 D-Link WUA-1340 User Manual Appendix A - Wireless Basics Security Don’t let you next- door neighbo rs or intru ders connect to your wirel ess network. Secure your wirele ss netwo rk by turning on the WPA or WEP security feature on the router. Refer to product manual for detail information on how to set it up. There are basically two modes of n[...]

68 D-Link WUA-1340 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) automatically. To verify your IP address, please f[...]

69 D-Link WUA-1340 User Manual Appendix B - Networking Basics Statically Assign an IP address 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 ® XP/2000 Users • Windows ® XP - Click on Start > Control Panel . Make sure you are in Classic View. Double-click o[...]

70 D-Link WUA-1340 User Manual Appendix B - Networking Basics Windows Vista ™ Users • Click on Start > Control Panel . Make sure you are in Classic View. Double-click on the Network and Sharing Center icon. Along the left panel in the window, click on Manage network connections . • Right-click on the Local Area Connection which represents [...]

71 D-Link WUA-1340 User Manual Appendix C - T echnical Specifications T echnical Specifications Standards • IEEE 802.11b • IEEE 802.11g Bus Type • USB 2.0 Wireless Signal Rates* • 54Mbps • 48Mbps • 36Mbps • 24Mbps • 18Mbps • 12Mbps • 11Mbps • 9Mbps • 6Mbps • 5.5Mbps • 2Mbps • 1Mbps Security • WPA/WPA2 - Wi-Fi Prote[...]

72 D-Link WUA-1340 User Manual Appendix D - Contacting T echnical Support Contacting T echnical Support D-Link provides free technical support for customers within the United States and within Canada for the duration of the warranty period on this product. U.S. and Canadian customers can contact D-Link technical support through our web site or by p[...]

73 D-Link WUA-1340 User Manual Appendix E - Warranty W arranty Subject to the terms and conditions set forth herein, D-Link Systems, Inc. (“D-Link”) provides this Limited Warranty: • Only to the person or entity that originally purchased the product from D-Link or its authorized reseller or distributor, and • O n l y f o r p r o d u c t s p[...]

74 D-Link WUA-1340 User Manual Appendix E - Warranty Limited Software Warranty: D-L ink war rant s tha t the soft ware port ion of the prod uct (“S oftw are” ) will sub sta ntia lly conf orm to D-Li nk’ s the n cur rent func tion al speci cat ions for the Software, as set forth in the applicable documentation, from the date of original ret[...]

75 D-Link WUA-1340 User Manual Appendix E - Warranty Number at https://rma.dlink.com/. • After an RMA number is issued, the defective product must be packaged securely in the original or other suitable shipping package to ensure that it will not be damaged in transit, and the RMA number must be prominently marked on the outside of the package. Do[...]

76 D-Link WUA-1340 User Manual Appendix E - Warranty IF ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY CANNOT BE DISCLAIMED IN ANY TERRITORY WHERE A PRODUCT IS SOLD, THE DURATION OF SUCH IMPLIED WARRANTY SHALL BE LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THE APPLICABLE WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE. EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY COVERED UNDER THE LIMITED WARRANTY PROVIDED HEREIN, THE ENTIRE RISK [...]

77 D-Link WUA-1340 User Manual Appendix E - Warranty Copyright ©2007 by D-Link Corporation/D-Link Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. CE Mark Warning: This is a Class B product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference, in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures. FCC Statement: This equipment has be[...]

78 D-Link WUA-1340 User Manual Version 1.1 November 13, 2007 Product registration is entirely voluntary and failure to complete or return this form will not diminish your warranty rights. Registration[...]