How To Set Up A Dlink Wireless Network

Firstly, one needs to choose which wireless communication standard to use. The network standards which are currently supported include 802.11a, 802.11b and 802.11g . The protocol that is recommended is 802.11g, simply because it offers very high quality performance and more varied compatibility.

To create a D-Link wireless network setup , one will need:

1. A computer with wireless networking support (built in, or offered by a wireless network adapter)
2. A wireless router
3. A broadband internet connection

Any computer with a built in wireless networking adapter may be used. Newer machines, especially laptops, usually have built in wireless networking support. Otherwise, one might use wireless network adapter cards, as available from D-Link. A wireless network adapter connects a computer to a wireless router. If one wishes to create a D-Link wireless network setup for a desktop computer a USB wireless network adapter should be bought. For a laptop, however, a PC card-based network adapter should be used. Every computer on the network needs a wireless network adapter.

A wireless router connects the unguided medium (air, or free space) to a guided medium (broadband wire), and offers connectivity to the internet by converting signals from one medium to another. A wireless router must be used, however; not a wireless access point.

A D-Link wireless network setup is easy to create. Apart from the previously mentioned components, the wireless network may also include:

1. An Internet Security Device (like, say, a Firewall)
2. Wireless print servers
3. Wireless media players
4. Wireless game consoles or wireless gaming adapters

Now once all components are at hand, you're ready to create a D-Link wireless network setup. You will face no discomfort from this point onwards, as every D-Link product has a quick installation guide to lead you step-by-step from start to finish. A detailed product manual is also included with each D-Link device for easy reference.There is also a support site and a round the clock support team at your disposal.

Security should be kept in mind when creating a DLink wireless network setup.

Every D-Link device one purchases has a default password. This is identical for all routers, access points and other networking devices. Users with malicious intent often know the default passwords to the products of every company. Thus the defaults should obviously be changed to prevent security breaches. The name of a networking device should be simple, unique and easy for you to remember, but it should not give away sensitive information.

The WPA or WEP security features, if available on your router or access point, should be activated for better security. D-Link has wizards which make a D-Link wireless network setup a breeze , including security configuration.

After the initial installation, the settings for the D-Link wireless network setup may be changed or reviewed using easy browser based interfaces.

Wireless Network Installation