D-Link DWA-582 User manual
DWA-582
Quick Install Guide
Wireless AC1200
Dual Band PCI Express Adapter
• An available PCIe slot
• Windows® 8.1, 8, or 7
• An 802.11ac or 802.11n wireless network
• 20MB of free hard drive space
• CD-ROM Drive
Package Contents
System Requirements
Before installing your new D-Link wireless adapter, please verify the following:
• Remove any previous installations of wireless adapters
• Disable any built-in wireless adapters
• Verify the settings such as the wireless network name (SSID) and security
settings of the network(s) you want to connect to
• You can download the latest driver from http://support.dlink.com/DWA-582
Before You Begin
If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller.
DWA-582 Wireless AC1200 Dual Band PCI Express Adapter
Two Antennas
Low Prole Bracket
CD with drivers and manual
Remove Existing Installations
If you’ve installed a dierent manufacturer’s adapter or a dierent model
D-Link adapter, make sure the software is uninstalled before installing the new
software. Some utilities may cause a conict with the new software. If you plan
to use multiple adapters at dierent times, make sure the utilities are not set
to load when your computer boots up.
To remove old software, click Start > Control Panel > Uninstall Programs
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WARNING: Do NOT plug the adapter into your computer before installing
the drivers. You will be prompted to plug in your adapter during the setup.
Note: If the CD Autorun function does not automatically start on your computer, go to
Start > Run. In the run box type “D:\autorun.exe” (where D: represents the drive letter
of your CD-ROM drive) and click OK.
Installation - Windows
Insert the DWA-582 Driver CD into the CD-ROM drive. When the autorun
screen appears, click Install and follow the on-screen instructions.
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When the wizard instructs you to turn o your computer and install the PCIe
adapter into your computer, click Next and then Finish. Shut down your
computer and unplug the power.
Once your computer is turned o, unplug the power cord from the computer.
Open the case and insert the D-Link adapter into an available PCIe slot. Once
inserted, close the case and insert the power cable into the computer. Turn
on your computer.
Note: Before installing, write down the serial number and hardware revision (e.g.,
A1) in case you need to contact technical support.
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Once your computer boots into Windows, the D-Link Installation Wizard
should continue with your installation.
After installation, use the Windows built-in wireless management utility to
connect the DWA-582 to your wireless network.
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Note: For more information on how to connect to your wireless network using
your version of Windows, please refer to the User Manual on the included CD.
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1. If I’ve lost my CD what can I do ?
TheCDcontainssoftwaredriversandmanualwhichcanbeobtainedfromhttp://
support.dlink.com. Windows 8.1, 8, and 7 in most cases will automatically
install the correct drivers.
2. If I’ve forgotten my wireless encryption key (password)?
The wireless encryption key is congured at the wireless access point, router,
or DSL modem/router. If you are unable to obtain your encryption key, the
only solution would be to re-congure your access point/router to use a new
encryption key. Please contact your access point/router/DSL modem/router
manufacturer.
3. Why can’t I get a wireless connection?
• Check that your DWA-582 is plugged in properly to the PCIe port or try to plug
the DWA-582 into another PCIe port if available.
• The LED on the DWA-582 should be lit, otherwise there could be a physical
fault on the PCIe port or the driver is not installed properly.
• Ensure that the wireless settings on the DWA-582 match the settings on your
access point/router. Please check and conrm your settings for.
• Wireless Network Name (SSID)
• Wireless Encryption Key/Wi-Fi Password
• Wireless Security Method (e.g., WEP, WPA2)
To check whether a wireless connection has been made, in theWindows system
tray (bottom right corner), red means no valid connections have been made.
• Check that your Internet is working ne on existing computers.
• Ensure that you have followed and completed the software installation
process, otherwise, please re-install the software.The LED on the DWA-582
should come on after software installation.
Troubleshooting
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Notes
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Notes
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This guide is only for the rst time conguration. Refer to the user manual to
learn more, or visit http://support.dlink.com for more information. Also feel free
to contact us through our website.
Version 1.1 (US)_130x183
September 29, 2014
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©2014 D-Link. All Rights Reserved. D-Link and the D-Link logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of D-Link. All other
third-party marks mentioned herein may be trademarks of their respective owners. Maximum wireless signal rate derived
from IEEE Standard 802.11ac, 902.11a, 802.11g, and 802.11n specications. Actual data throughput will vary. Network
conditions and environmental factors, including volume of network trac, building materials and construction, and
network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate. Environmental conditions will adversely aect wireless signal range.
Product specications, size and shape are subject to change without notice, and actual product appearance may dier
from that depicted on the packaging. This publication may not be reproduced, in whole or in part, without prior express
written permission from D-Link Systems, Inc. Visit www.dlink.com for details.
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