It is recommended to enable wireless security (WPA/WPA2) on your wireless router or access point before configuring your wireless adapter. If you are joining an existing network, you will need to know the security key (Wi-Fi password) being used.
To join an existing network, locate the wireless network icon in the taskbar, next to the time display.
Clicking on this icon will display a list of wireless networks which are within connecting proximity of your computer. Select the desired network by clicking on the network name.
You will then be prompted to enter the network security key (Wi-Fi password) for the wireless network. Enter the password into the box and click Next.
If you wish to use Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) to connect to the router, you can also press the WPS button on your router at the point to enable the WPS function.
When you have established a successful connection a wireless network, the word Connected will appear next to the name of the network to which you are connected.
Tags: DIR-810L, Windows 8, Wireless Security, WPA