Wireless Basics - D-Link DWL-810 User Manual
Ethernet wireless client adapter
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Wireless Basics
With the DWL-810 you can access many LAN (Local Area Network) devices
wirelessly. Simply plug the DWL-810 into the Ethernet port of a network
device (such as a printer or web camera,) in Ad-Hoc mode, for an immediate
wireless connection with a wireless network adapter equipped device.
If you are planning a larger wireless network, D-Link can supply most of your
wireless local area network needs.
In this section, we discuss typical
wireless local area networks (WLANs) and their components. Much of the
advice given here may be helpful in setting up the DWL-810. It may also
give you some ideas, if you plan to expand your wireless network.
D-Link Air wireless products are based on industry standards to provide
easy-to-use and compatible high-speed wireless connectivity within your
home, business or wherever a wireless network is available. Strictly adhering
to the IEEE standard, the D-Link Air family of wireless products will allow you
to access the data you want, when and where you want it. No longer will you
be limited to one location or forced to run new wiring through your home or
office. You will be able to enjoy the freedom that wireless networking delivers.
A wireless local area network (WLAN) is a cellular computer network that
transmits and receives data with radio signals instead of wires. Wireless
LANs are used increasingly in both home and office environments, and
public areas such as airports, coffee shops and universities. Innovative ways
to utilize WLAN technology are helping people to work and communicate
more efficiently. Increased mobility with the absence of cabling and other
fixed infrastructure has proven to be beneficial for many users.
Wireless users can use the same applications they use on a wired network.
Wireless adapter cards used on laptop and desktop systems, support the
same protocols as Ethernet adapter cards. For most users, there is no
noticeable functional difference between a wired Ethernet desktop computer
and a wireless computer equipped with a wireless adapter other than the
added benefit of the ability to roam within a wireless-cell. Under many
circumstances, it may be desirable for mobile network devices to link to a
conventional Ethernet LAN in order to use servers, printers or an Internet
connection supplied through the wired LAN. A Wireless Access Point (AP) is
one device used to provide this link.
Now, without an Access Point, or a wireless LAN, you can access a network
device (such as a network printer, network scanner, web camera or gaming
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