D-Link DWA-X3000, User Manual

Page 1: ...Version 1 0 09 08 2020 AX3000 Wi Fi 6 PCIe Adapter with Bluetooth 5 1 DWA X3000 UserManual ...

Page 2: ... Getting Started 6 Remove Existing Installations 6 Disable Other Wireless Adapters 7 Wireless Installation Considerations 9 Installation 10 Connecting to a Wireless Network 11 Using Windows 10 11 Troubleshooting 12 Wireless Basics 13 Networking Basics 17 Check your IP address 17 Statically Assign an IP address 18 Technical Specifications 19 Table of Contents ...

Page 3: ...Fi 6 Windows 10 64 bit An 802 11ax or 802 11ac wireless network CD ROM Drive Product Overview Package Contents DWA X3000 AX3000 Wi Fi 6 PCIe Adapter with Bluetooth 5 1 2 x High Performance Antennas Magnetised Antenna Base with 1 m 3 ft RF Cable Low Profile Bracket Bluetooth Header Cable Quick Installation Guide CD ROM If any of the above items are missing please contact your reseller ...

Page 4: ...king performance Maximize your wireless performance by connecting this adapter to aWireless AX router and stay connected from virtually anywhere in your home The DWA X3000 is also backward compatible with 802 11ac n g a b technology allowing you to connect to your older devices Bluetooth 5 1 Connectivity Take advantage of Bluetooth 5 1 connectivity with faster connection initiation while being mor...

Page 5: ...low profile bracket included in the packaging for flexible installation Bluetooth Port For Bluetooth support connect the Bluetooth Header Cable to the DWA X3000 and the other end to an available F_USB connector on your motherboard Note The DWA X3000 supports both Wi Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5 1 The Bluetooth function is optional and not required for Wi Fi 6 functionality PCIe X1 Connector Connect to a P...

Page 6: ...sable any built in wireless and or Ethernet Adapters Verify the settings such as the wireless network name SSID and security settings of the network s you want to connect to Remove Existing Installations If you ve previously installed another wireless adapter make sure that the software is uninstalled before installing the new software Some utilities may cause a conflict with the new software If y...

Page 7: ...dapter it is recommended to disable other wireless adapters as well as any unused Ethernet adapters Right click the adapter you would like to disable and select Disable device Access File Explorer and right click on This PC then select Properties Click Device Manager Scroll down the list and click the sign to the left of Network Adapters ...

Page 8: ... Manual Section 2 Installation Click Yes to disable the adapter The adapter is now disabled Disabling the adapter will not remove the drivers If you would like to use the adapter simply right click it and select Enable device ...

Page 9: ...t thick 5 meters at a 45 degree angle appears to be almost 3 feet 1 meter thick At a 2 degree angle it looks over 42 feet 14 meters thick Position de vices so that the signal will travel straight through a wall or ceiling instead of at an angle for better reception 3 Building materials make a difference A solid metal door or aluminum studs may have a negative effect on range Try to position access...

Page 10: ...screen instructions to complete the installation 3 Alternatively download the drivers from our website https www dlink com en support SOFTWARE INSTALLATION 1 Turn off your computer unplug the power cord and open the computer to access the motherboard 2 Insert the DWA X3000 into a PCIe X1 slot on the motherboard 3 Optional For Bluetooth support connect the Bluetooth Header Cable to the DWA X3000 an...

Page 11: ...within range of your computer Select the desired network by clicking on the SSID Wireless Icon To connect to the SSID click Connect To automatically connect with the router when your device next detects the SSID check the Connect Automatically check box You will then be prompted to enter the Wi Fi password network security key for the wireless network Enter the password into the box and click Next...

Page 12: ...s are installed The latest drivers can be found and downloaded from the D Link support website https www dlink com en support 4 Install the DWA X3000 in a different PCIe X1 slot on your computer if applicable 5 Try restarting the computer or try installing the DWA X3000 on a different computer to verify if the device is functional How can I improve the performance of my DWA X3000 For optimal perfo...

Page 13: ...elessLANsareusedincreasinglyinbothhomeandofficeenvironments andpublicareassuchasairports coffeeshops and universities Innovative ways to utilize WLAN technology are helping people to work and communicate more efficiently Increased mobility and the absence of cabling and other fixed infrastructure have proven to be beneficial for many users Wireless users can use the same applications they use on a...

Page 14: ...ou can access the network You must be within the wireless network range area to be able to connect your computer There are two different types of wireless networks Wireless Local Area Network WLAN and Wireless Personal Area Network WPAN Wireless Local Area Network WLAN In a wireless local area network a device called an Access Point AP connects computers to the network The access point has a small...

Page 15: ...wireless Wirelesstechnologyasbecomesopopularinrecentyearsthatalmosteveryoneisusingit whetherit sforhome office business D Link has a wireless solution for it Home Gives everyone at home broadband access Surf the web check email instant message and etc Gets rid of the cables around the house Simple and easy to use Small Office and Home Office Stay on top of everything at home as you would at office...

Page 16: ...cess of setting up a wireless network Tips Here are a few things to keep in mind when you install a wireless network Centralize your router or access point Make sure you place the router access point in a centralized location within your network for the best performance Try to place the router access point as high as possible in the room so the signal gets dispersed throughout your home If you hav...

Page 17: ...w the steps below Click Start All Programs Accessories Command Prompt You may need administrative access to run this application For all additional prompt windows inquiring of running the command prompt application select Yes OK or Continue At the prompt type ipconfig and press Enter ThiswilldisplaytheIPaddress subnetmask anddefaultgatewayofyouradapter If the address is 0 0 0 0 check your adapter ...

Page 18: ...ork Highlight Internet Protocol Version 4 TCP IPv4 and click Properties Click Use the following IP address and enter an IP address that is on the same subnet as your network or LAN IP address on your router or network Example If the router s LAN IP address is 192 168 0 1 make your IP address 192 168 0 X where X is a number between 2 and 99 Make sure that the number you choose is not in use on the ...

Page 19: ...Wireless Standards IEEE 802 11ax ac n a 5 GHz IEEE 802 11ax n g b 2 4 GHz BT 5 1 Security WEP WPA WPA2 WPA3 Advanced Features Bluetooth 5 1 System Requirements Windows 10 64 bit Physical Dimensions1 121 x 79 x 25 mm 4 76 x 3 11 x 0 98 in Weight2 87 g 3 07 oz Temperature Operating 0 to 40 C 32 to 103 F Storage 20 to 65 C 4 to 149 F Humidity Operating 10 to 90 non condensing Storage 5 to 95 non cond...