D-Link DWA-182 Technical Specifications
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Wireless AC1200 Dual Band USB Adapter
Next Generation Wi-F
Push button setup for easy connection
to a secure network
Wireless AC technology delivers
blazing wireless speeds
Supports 2.4GHz or 5GHz bands for
reduced Wi-Fi interference
Delivers Dual Band connectivity for intelligent,
versatile, interference-free bandwidth
Backward compatible with all of your current
wireless products – no updates or adapters
necessary
Quickly and easily establish a fast, secure home
network that will have you browsing, streaming,
and watching in minutes.
Product Highlights
The Wireless AC1200 Dual Band USB Adapter (DWA-182) delivers powerful wireless AC
technology to your desktop or notebook computer. Simply plug the adapter into an
available USB port and connect to a wireless network to access a secure, high-speed
internet connection – 2.4GHz (300Mbps) or 5GHz (up to 867Mbps). And with integrated
Dual Band technology, you’ll have reduced Wi-Fi interference to maximize throughput
for faster streaming, gaming, and Skype calls.
Interference-Free Bandwidth
The Wireless AC1200 Dual Band USB Adapter(DWA-182) delivers Dual Band technology
to your home network for intelligent, versatile, interference-free bandwidth. Check
your email and surf the Internet on the 2.4GHz band; or game, make Skype calls and
stream HD movies to multiple devices using the cleaner, interference-free 5GHz band.
Whatever you like to do online, Dual Band has you covered.
DWA-182 Wireless AC1200 Dual Band USB Adapter
Package Contents
• Wireless AC1200 Dual Band USB Adapter (DWA-182)
• USB Extension Cradle
• Quick Install Guide
• CD-ROM6
Minimum System Requirements
Computer with:
• Windows 7®5, or Windows® XP SP25
• CD-ROM Drive
• Internet Explorer® v7 or Mozilla® Firefox® v3.0
• 20MB Hard Disk Space
• USB Port2
For Internet Access:
• Cable or DSL Modem
• Wireless Router
• Subscription with an Internet Service Provider (ISP)
Suggested Products:
• D-Link Cloud Router 5700 Wireless AC1750
Dual Band Gigabit Router with USB(DIR-865L)
Features
• Draft IEEE 802.11ac, 802.11n, 802.11g and 802.11a
Compliant1
• Dual Band N Technology for use in 2.4GHz or
5GHz Networks
• Wireless AC Technology for Superior Wireless
Performance1
• Access Secure Networks using WPA™ or WPA2™
• Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ (WPS) Push Button for Easy
Connection to a Wireless Network
• USB Extension Cradle for Placement Flexibility
• 24/7 Basic Installation Support3
• 1-Year Limited Warranty4
Easy WPS Push Button Setup
Quickly and easily establish a fast, secure home network that will have you browsing, streaming,
and watching in minutes. It’s as easy as push and connect!
Compatible With All Your Wireless Products
While the Wireless AC1200 Dual Band USB Adapter delivers cutting-edge 802.11ac speed to your
home network, it’s also backward compatible with all of your current wireless products – no
updates or adapters necessary.
What is wireless AC?
802.11ac is a new networking standard that produces high-throughput wireless speed on the
5GHz band. What does this mean for your home network? Flawless HD video streaming, faster
gaming, and lag-free Skype and Facetime calls, all with less Wi-Fi interference for smooth,
lightning-fast performance. And while your home gains all the cutting-edge benefi ts of 11ac,
D-Link’s Wireless AC1200 Dual Band USB Adapter is also compatible with all of your current
Wireless N products.
SPEED & RANGE
Ideal for music and
video streaming
Designed for better
coverage and performance
throughout your home
Connect your wireless
devices like printers
Uninterrupted HD video,
gaming and Skype calls
HD video, gaming
and Skype calls
Higher Dual-Band
performance
Highest Dual-Band
performance
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DWA-182 Wireless AC1200 Dual Band USB Adapter
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1Maximum wireless signal rate derived from draft IEEE 802.11ac specifi cation and IEEE Standard 802.11n specifi cation. D-Link makes no warranties as to forward compatibility with future standards or compatibility with draft 802.11ac devices
from other manufacturers. Actual data throughput will vary. Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of network traffi c, building materials and construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate.
Environmental factors may adversely aff ect wireless signal range. Up to 867Mbps wireless speeds achieved when connecting to other 802.11ac devices. Data throughput may also be limited by the product’s interface, less than 480 Mbps for a USB
2.0 interface. The inclusion of a specifi c product or manufacturer does not imply its endorsement of D-Link or the D-Link product. Computer must adhere to Microsoft’s recommended System Requirements. 2Using a USB 1.1 port will aff ect device
performance. USB 2.0 port recommended. 324/7 Basic Installation Support is available only in the USA for the fi rst 30 days from date of original purchase. 41-Year Limited Warranty available only in the USA and Canada. 5Computer must adhere to
Microsoft’s recommended System Requirements. Please contact Microsoft for details. 6Latest software and documentation are available at http://support.dlink.com.
All references to speed and range, including the performance chart, are for comparison purposes only. Product specifi cations, size, and shape are subject to change without notice, and actual product appearance may diff er from that depicted on
the package. See inside package for warranty details.
Technical Specifi cations
OS Support
• Windows 7, or XP SP3
Standards
• IEEE 802.11ac (Draft)
• IEEE 802.11n
• IEEE 802.11g
• IEEE 802.11a
Security
• Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA™ & WPA2™)
• 64/128-bit WEP
• Wi-Fi Protected Setup - PIN & PBC
Diagnostic LED
• Activity
Antenna Type :
• Integrated antenna
Operating Voltage
• 5.0VDC ±10%
Current Consumption
• 500 mA
Operating Temperature
• 32 to 104 ˚F (0 to 40 ˚C)
Operating Humidity
• 10% to 90% (Non-condensing)
Dimensions
• 3.8“ x 1.1” x 0.5”
(97.3 x 29.1 x 13.5 mm)
Weight
• 0.05lbs (20.5 grams)
Certifi cations
• FCC Class B
• IC
• Wi-Fi
• Wi-Fi Protected Setup
Warranty
• 1-Year Limited Warranty4
Dianostic LED
Indicates activity
WPS Button
Securely Connect to
Wireless Netowrk
USB Connector