D-Link DWA-X1850 AX1800 Wi-Fi 6 USB Adapter Installation Guide

Quick Installation GuideDWA-X1850AX1800 Wi-Fi 6 USB Adapter

PACKAGE CONTENTS

  • DWA-X1850 || AX1800 Wi-Fi 6 USB Adapter
  • USB 3.2 Gen 1 Extension Cradle
  • Quick Installation Guide

SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS

  • Computer with an available USB Port
  • Windows 10, 8.1, 7
  • An 802.11ax or 802.11ac wireless network

INSTALLATION

NOTE: Before you begin, disable any built-in wireless and/or  Ethernet adapters and verify the settings such as the wireless network name (SSID) and security settings of the network(s) you want to connect to.

  1. Insert the DWA-X1850 into an available USB port on your PC or laptop. The virtual drive window will appear. Click on Setup to install your adapter. If you are not presented with a virtual drive window, navigate using File Explorer and select DWA-X1850, then Setup
  2. Follow the on-screen instructions in the setup wizard.

CONNECT TO YOUR WIRELESS NETWORK

Open your wireless utility and select the network you want to connect to. If the network is secure, you will be prompted to enter the Wi-Fi password.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Why is my DWA-X1850 not being detected or not working?

  1. Ensure your computer meets the minimum system requirements for the DWA-X1850. The DWA-X1850 supports Windows 10.
  2. Make sure the adapter is properly inserted into a USB port.
  3. Ensure the latest device drivers are installed. The latest drivers can be found and downloaded from the D-Link support website:http://support.dlink.ca/DWA-X1850 (Canada)http://support.dlink.com (USA)
  4. Insert the DWA-X1850 in a different USB port on your computer (if applicable).
  5. Try restarting the computer or try installing the DWA-X1850 on a different computer to verify if the device is functional.

How can I improve the performance of my DWA-X1850?For optimal performance and to reduce interference, keep the USB adapter clear of any obstructions.

FCC INTERFERENCE STATEMENT

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.  However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is  encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

  1. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
  2. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
  3. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.Consult the dealer or an experienced radio technician for help.

FCC CautionThis device and its antenna must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following twoconditions:1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and2. This device must accept any interference received, includinginterference that may cause undesired operation. Any changes ormodifications not expressly approved by the party responsible forcompliance could void the authority to operate the equipment.This device is restricted to indoor use.Federal Communication Commission (FCC) Radiation Exposure StatementThis equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20 cm between the radiator and your body. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

  1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
  2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

For products available in the USA/Canada market, only channel 1~11 can be operated. Selection of other channels is not possible.

CANADA ISED NOTICE

This device contains license-exempt transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that comply with Innovation, Science, and Economic Development Canada’s license-exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject  o the  following two conditions:

  1. This device may not cause interference.
  2. This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

TECHNICAL SUPPORT

Having trouble installing your new product? D-Link’s support website contains live chat, video tutorials, commonly asked questions, the latest user documentation and software updates for D-Link products.United StatesWebsite: http://support.dlink.comCanadaWebsite: http://support.dlink.ca/dwa-x1850

Setup and How-To videos are available here: YouTube.com/DLinkTutorials

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