D Link DI714PPLUS Wireless Router User Manual di714P manual 020503

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2ContentsPackage Contents ................................................................................3Introduction............................................................................................4Wireless Basics ....................................................................................6Getting Started ......................................................................................9Using the Configuration Menu.............................................................. 11Networking Basics ..............................................................................43Troubleshooting ...................................................................................72Technical Specifications ......................................................................78Contacting Technical Support ..............................................................81Warranty and Registration ...................................................................82Installing the Print Server Software ......................................................39Configuring the Print Server Software ..................................................41
3Contents of Package:D-Link AirPlus DI-714P+ 2.4GHz Wireless RouterPower Adapter – 5V DCManual on CDQuick Installation GuidePackage ContentsNote: Using a power supply with a different voltage rating than the one included with theDI-714P+ will cause damage and void the warranty for this product.If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller.System Requirements For Configuration:!!!! Computer with Windows, Macintosh, or Linux-basedoperating system with an installed Ethernet adapter! Internet Explorer version 5.5 or Netscape Navigatorversion 4.79 and above, with JavaScript enabled! Ethernet-Based Cable or DSL Modem!
4IntroductionThe D-Link AirPlus DI-714P+ Wireless Broadband Router is an enhanced802.11b high-performance, wireless router with a printer port. It is an ideal wayto extend the reach and number of computers connected to your wirelessnetwork.Unlike most 802.11b routers, the DI-714P+ is capable of data transfer speedsup to 22 Mbps (compared to the standard 11 Mbps) when used with other D-Link AirPlus products such as the DWL-520+ and DWL-650+ Wireless Adapters.After completing the steps outlined in the Quick Installation Guide (included inyour package) you will have the ability to share information and resources, aswell as share a printer wirelessly on your network.The DI-714P+ is compatible with most popular operating systems, includingMacintosh, Linux and Windows, and can be integrated into a large network.This Manual is designed to help you connect the Router and D-Link AirPlus2.4GHz Wireless Adapters into a network in Infrastructure mode. Please takea look at the Getting Started section in this manual to see an example of anInfrastructure network using the DI-714P+.
5ConnectionsDHCP server support enables all networked computers to automaticallyreceive IP addressesWireless connection of up to 22MbpsWeb-based interface for ManagementAccess Control to manage users on the networkMaximum reliability, throughput and connectivity with automatic data rateswitchingStronger network security with 256-bit encryptionPrinter port enables connection to a network printerReceptorfor thePowerAdapter WAN port is theconnection for theEthernet cable to theCable or DSL modemPressing theReset Buttonrestores therouter to itsoriginal factorydefault settings.Printer Port. Most printers will workwith this bi-directional printer port. Ifyou experience difficulties with a multi-functional printer, please confirm thatyour printer is compatible with a bi-directional port.LAN ports provideconnections to Ethernet-enabled devices.Connects multiple computers to an Ethernet Broadband (Cable or DSL)modem to share the Internet connection!Supports VPN pass-through, providing added security!Advanced Firewall features for added network security!Features & Benefits!!!!!!!Note: Please refer to the Troubleshooting section in this manualfor instructions on how to use the Reset buttonWAN and LAN ports auto detect cable types (straight-through or cross-over)!UPnP supported!All ports (both LAN and WAN)auto-sense cable types toaccomodate straight-through orcross-over cable.
6LEDSLED stands for Light-Emitting Diode. The DI-714P+ has the following LEDsas described below:LED LED ActivityPower A steady light indicatesa connection to a power sourceM1 LEDM2 LED Lights up when the device has an InternetConnectionWANA solid light indicates connection on theWAN port. This LED blinks during datatransmissionWLANA solid light indicates that the wireless segmentis ready. This LED blinks during wireless datatransmission.D-Link AirPlus wireless products are based on industry standards to provide easy-to-use and compatible high-speed wireless connectivity within your home, business orpublic access wireless networks. Strictly adhering to the IEEE standard, the D-LinkAirPlus wireless family of products will allow you to securely access the data youwant, when and where you want it. You will be able to enjoy the freedom that wirelessnetworking delivers.A wireless local area network (WLAN) is a cellular computer network that transmitsand receives data with radio signals instead of wires. Wireless LANs are usedincreasingly in both home and office environments, and public areas such as airports,coffee shops and universities. Innovative ways to utilize WLAN technology are helpingpeople to work and communicate more efficiently. Increased mobility and the absenceof cabling and other fixed infrastructure have proven to be beneficial for many users.Wireless BasicsFlashes once per second to indicate anactive systemLOCALNETWORK(Ports 1-4)A solid light indicates a connection to anEthernet-enabled computer on ports 1-4. ThisLED blinks during data transmission.
7Wireless BasicsWireless users can use the same applications they use on a wired network.Wireless adapter cards used on laptop and desktop systems support thesame protocols as Ethernet adapter cards.Under many circumstances, it may be desirable for mobile network devicesto link to a conventional Ethernet LAN in order to use servers, printers or anInternet connection supplied through the wired LAN. A Wireless Router is adevice used to provide this link.People use wireless LAN technology for many different purposes:Mobility - Productivity increases when people have access to data in anylocation within the operating range of the WLAN. Management decisionsbased on real-time information can significantly improve worker efficiency.Low Implementation Costs – WLANs (Wireless Local Area Networks)are easy to set up, manage, change and relocate. Networks that frequentlychange, both physically and logically, can benefit from WLANs ease ofimplementation. WLANs can operate in locations where installation of wiringmay be impractical.Installation Speed and Simplicity - Installing a wireless LAN system canbe fast and easy and can eliminate the need to pull cable through walls andceilings.Network Expansion - Wireless technology allows the network to go wherewires cannot.Scalability – Wireless Local Area Networks (WLANs) can be configured ina variety of topologies to meet the needs of specific applications or existinginfrastructure. Configurations are easily changed and range from peer-to-peer networks suitable for a small number of users to larger infrastructurenetworks to accommodate hundreds or thousands of users, depending onthe number of wireless devices deployed.
8Wireless BasicsThe DI-714P+ is compatible with other D-Link AirPlus 802.11b products,which include:♦Enhanced 2.4GHz Wireless Cardbus Adapters used with laptopcomputers (DWL-650+)♦Enhanced 2.4GHz Wireless PCI cards used with desktop computers(DWL-520+)Installation ConsiderationsThe D-Link AirPlus DI-714P+ lets you access your network, using a wirelessconnection, from virtually anywhere. Keep in mind, however, that the number,thickness and location of walls, ceilings or other objects that the wirelesssignals must pass through may limit the range. Typical ranges varydepending on the types of materials and background RF (radio frequency)noise in your home or business. The key to maximizing wireless range is tofollow these basic guidelines:1. Keep the number of walls and ceilings between the DI-714P+ andyour receiving device (e.g., the DWL-650+) to a minimum-each wall orceiling can reduce your D-Link AirPlus wireless product’s range from 3-90feet (1-30 meters.) Position your receiving devices so that the number ofwalls or ceilings is minimized.2. Be aware of the direct line between routers and computers. A wall that is 1.5 feet 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! Try to make sure that devices are positioned so that the signal will travel straight through a wall or ceiling 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 wireless devices and computers with wireless adapters so that the signal passes through drywall or open doorways and not other materials.4. Keep your product away (at least 3-6 feet or 1-2 meters) from electrical devices or appliances that generate RF noise.Based on the IEEE 802.11b standard, the DI-714P+ is interoperable withexisting compatible 2.4GHz wireless technology with data transfer speeds ofup to 22Mbps (with the D-Link AirPlus family of wireless devices,) as well asstandard 802.11b technology ( the D-Link Air family of wireless devices), withspeeds of up to 11Mbps.Standards-Based Technology
9With a single IP Address from your Broadband Internet Service provider youcan share the Internet with all the computers on your local network, withoutsacrificing speed or security, using D-Link Air networking products.Getting StartedAn Infrastructure wireless network contains an Access Point. TheInfrastructure Network example, shown here, contains the following D-Linknetwork devices:A wireless Broadband Router - D-Link AirPlus DI-714P+A laptop computer with a wireless adapter - D-Link AirPlus DWL-650+A desktop computer with a wireless adapter - D-Link AirPlus DWL-520+A Cable modem - D-Link DCM-200If you need to assign IP Addresses to the computers on the network,please remember that the IP Address for each computer must be inthe same IP Address range as all the computers in the network, andthe Subnet Mask must be exactly the same for all the computers in thenetwork.For example: If the first computer is assigned an IP Address of192.168.0.2 with a Subnet Mask of 255.255.255.0, then the secondcomputer can be assigned an IP Address of 192.168.0.3 with a SubnetMask of 255.255.255.0, etc.IMPORTANT: If computers or other devices are assigned the sameIP Address, one or more of the devices may not function properlyon the network.IP ADDRESSNote: If you are using a DHCP-capable router in your network setup,such as the DI-714P+, you will not need to assign a static IP Address.With its default settings, the DI-714P+ will connect with otherD-Link Air or AirPlus products, right out of the box.
10Please remember that D-Link AirPlus wireless devices are pre-configured to connecttogether, right out of the box, with their default settings.Getting StartedPlease refer to the followingsections of this manual foradditional information aboutsetting up a network:Networking Basics - learnhow to check and assignyour IP Address; shareprinters and files.Using the ConfigurationMenu - learn the settings forthe DI-714P+, using the web-based interface.Troubleshooting - learnhow to check for commoninstallation issues and othertips for troubleshooting.For a typical wireless setup at home (as shown above), please do thefollowing:213456You will need broadband Internet access (a Cable or DSL subscription line intoyour home or office)Consult with your Cable or DSL provider for proper installation of the modemConnect the Cable or DSL modem to the DI-714P+ wireless broadband router(see the Quick Installation Guide included with the DI-714P+.)If you are connecting a desktop computer to your network, you can install theD-Link AirPlus DWL-520+ wireless PCI adapter into an available PCI slot. (Seethe Quick Installation Guide included with the DWL-520+.)If you are connecting a laptop computer to your network, install the drivers forthe wireless cardbus adapter (e.g., D-Link AirPlus DWL-650+) into a laptopcomputer.(See the Quick Installation Guide included with the DWL-650+.)Connect your printer to the printer port on the DI-714P+. Please refer to thequick installation guide for loading the print server software.
11Using the Configuration MenuWhenever you want to configure your network or the DI-714P+, you can access theConfiguration Menu by opening the web-browser and typing in the IP Address of theDI-714P+. The DI-714P+ default IP Address is shown below: !Open the web browser !Type in the IP Address ofthe DI-714P+Home > WizardThe Home>Wizard screen willappear. Please refer to theQuick Installation Guide formore information regarding theSetup Wizard.http://192.168.0.1Note: if you have changed the default IP Address assigned to the DI-714P+, make sure toenter the correct IP Address.The factory default User name is admin and the defaultPassword is blank (empty). It is recommended that youchange the admin password for security purposes. Pleaserefer to Tools>Admin to change the admin password.Clicking Apply will save changes made to the pageApplyClicking Cancel will clear changes made to the pageClicking Help will bring up helpful information regarding the pageHelpClicking Restart will restart the router. (Necessary for some changes.)CancelRestart
12Home > WirelessUsing the Configuration MenuSSID-Channel-Default is the default setting. All devices on the network mustshare the same SSID. If you change the default setting, theSSID may be up to 32 characters long.6 is the default channel. All devices on the network must sharethe same channel.WEP Encryption- Select the level of encryption desired: 64, 128 or 256-bitRequires 10 digitsRequires 26 digitsRequires 58 digits 64-bit128-bit256-bitHexadecimal digits consist of the numbers 0-9 and the letters A-F.WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) If you enable encryption on theDI-714P+, make sure to also enable encryption on all 802.11b wirelessclients, or wireless connection will not be established.Input up to 4 WEP keys using Hexadecimal format; select theone you wish to use.Keys 1-4-802.1x settings- Click to use 802.1x for an extra-level of security, including client authentication, and the window shown on the next page will appear.WEP- Click Enabled or Disabled (default)
13Home > Wireless >802.1xUsing the Configuration Menu802.1x- 802.1x Authentication is a first line of defense against intrusion.In the Authentication process the server verifies the identity ofthe client attempting to connect to the network.Unfamiliarclients are denied access to the network.If you enable 802.1x for the DI-714P+, all of the devices on yournetwork must be 802.1x compatible and must have the 802.1xfeature enabled to communicate. (Windows 2000 users will finda free download to enable 802.1x clients on the MSN website.)Click Enable to enable 802.1x on the DI-714P+.RADIUS Server- Enter the IP address of the RADIUS server that will be used asthe 802.1x authenticator.RADIUSshared key-Enter the secret key that has also been entered into theRADIUS server’s configuration.Encryption Key- Select the length: 64 bits or 128 bits for Dynamic Keying
14Using the Configuration MenuHome > WANChoose WAN TypeWAN stands for Wide Area Network. In this case WAN represents the mode in whichyour ISP connects to the Internet. If you are uncertain, please ask your ISP which of thefollowing represents your connection mode to the Internet:Static IP Address- Your ISP assigns you a Static IP AddressDynamicIP Address-Obtain an IP address from your ISP automatically (mainly forCable users)Others-For use in Europe onlyFor use in Australia onlyPPTP-Big Pond Cable-PPP overEthernet-Some ISPs require the use of PPPoE to connect to theirservices (mainly for DSL users)
15Using the Configuration MenuHome > WAN > Dynamic IP AddressMost Cable modem users will select this option to obtain an IP Address automaticallyfrom their ISP (Internet Service Provider).Host Name- This is optional, but may be required by some ISPs. The hostname is the device name of the Router.MAC Address- The default MAC Address is set to the WAN’s physical inter-face MAC address on the Router.CloneMAC Address-This feature will copy the MAC address of the Ethernet card,and replace the WAN MAC address of the Router with thisEthernet card MAC address. It is not recommended that youchange the default MAC address unless required by your ISP.Renew IP Forever- Enable this feature to allow the router to automatically recon-nect to the ISP if the connection drops.
16Using the Configuration MenuHome > WAN > Static IP AddressIf you use a Static IP Address, you will input information here that your ISP has providedto you.Secondary DNS- (Optional) Input the Secondary DNS address provided by yourISP.Primary DNS- Input the primary DNS address provided by your ISPWAN Gateway- Input the Gateway address provided by your ISPWAN Subnet Mask- Input the Subnet Mask provided by your ISPWAN IP Address- Input the IP Address provided by your ISP
17Using the Configuration MenuHome > WAN > PPPoEMost DSL users will select this option to obtain an IP address automatically from theirISP through the use of PPPoE.MTU- Maximum Transmission Unit; default is 1492; you may need tochange the MTU to conform to your ISP.AssignedIP Address- (Optional) Enter in the IP Address if you are assigned a staticPPPoE address.PPPoEService Name- (Optional) Check with your ISP for more information if theyrequire the use of service name.MaximumIdle Time-Enter a maximum idle time during which Internet connection ismaintained during inactivity. To disable this feature, enable Auto-reconnect.Secondary DNS- (Optional) Input the secondary DNS addressPrimary DNS- You will get the DNS IP automatically from your ISP but youmay enter a specific DNS address that you want to use instead.PPPoE Password-Your PPPoE password provided by your ISPPPPoE Account-Your PPPoE username is provided by your ISP
18Using the Configuration MenuHome > WAN > PPTPPPTP Password- Enter the PPTP passwordPPTP Account- Enter the PPTP account nameMy Subnet Mask- Enter the Subnet MaskConnection ID- (Optional) Enter the connection ID if required by your ISPMaximumIdle Time-Enter a maximum idle time during which Internet connection ismaintained during inactivity. To disable this feature, enable Auto-reconnect.My IP Address- Enter the IP AddressServer IP Address- Enter the Server IP AddressPoint-to-Point Tunneling Protocol (PPTP) is a WAN connection used in Europe.
19Using the Configuration MenuHome > WAN > BigPond CableAccount- Enter in the username for the BigPond accountPassword- Enter the password for the BigPond accountLogin Server- (Optional) enter the Login Server name if requiredRenew IP forever- If enabled, the device will automatically connect to your ISPafter your unit is restarted or when the connection is dropped.Dynamic IP Address for BigPond is a WAN connection used in Australia.
20Home > LANUsing the Configuration MenuLAN is short for Local Area Network. This is considered your internal network. These arethe IP settings of the LAN interface for the DI-714P+. These settings may be referred toas Private settings. You may change the LAN IP address if needed. The LAN IP addressis private to your internal network and cannot be seen on the Internet.Domain Name- (Optional) The name of your local domainSubnet Mask- The subnet mask of the LAN interface.The default subnet mask is 255.255.255.0IP Address- The IP address of the LAN interface.The default IP address is: 192.168.0.1
21Using the Configuration MenuHome > DHCPDHCP stands for Dynamic Host Control Protocol. The DI-714P+ has a built-in DHCPserver. The DHCP Server will automatically assign an IP address to the computers onthe LAN/private network. Be sure to set your computers to be DHCP clients by settingtheir TCP/IP settings to “Obtain an IP Address Automatically.” When you turn yourcomputers on, they will automatically load the proper TCP/IP settings provided by theDI-714P+. The DHCP Server will automatically allocate an unused IP address from theIP address pool to the requesting computer. You must specify the starting and endingaddress of the IP address pool.IP Pool StartingAddress- The starting IP address for the DHCP server’s IP assignmentIP Pool EndingAddress- The ending IP address for the DHCP server’s IP assignmentLease Time- The length of time for the DHCP leaseDHCP Clients List-Lists the DHCP clients connected to the DI-714P+. Click Re-fresh to update the list. The table will show the Host Name, IPAddress, and MAC Address of the DHCP client computer.Enable or disable the DHCP serviceDHCP Server-
22Advanced > Virtual ServerUsing the Configuration MenuThe DI-714P+ can be configured as a virtual server so that remote users accessing Webor FTP services via the public IP address can be automatically redirected to local serversin the LAN (Local Area Network).The DI-714P+ firewall feature filters out unrecognized packets to protect your LAN networkso all computers networked with the DI-714P+ are invisible to the outside world. If youwish, you can make some of the LAN computers accessible from the Internet by enablingVirtual Server. Depending on the requested service, the DI-714P+ redirects the externalservice request to the appropriate server within the LAN network.There are already defined well-known virtual services. To use them, select one fromthe drop down list.You will only need to input the LAN IP address and the ServicePorts of the computer running the service, select Always or Schedule a time duringwhich the virtual server will be in effect, and Enable it.Service Ports- Enter in the service port or ports to be used. A range of ports canbe specified with a hyphen. (e.g., 20-21)Service IP- The IP address of the internal computer that will be using thevirtual serviceEnable- Select to activate the policySchedule- Select Always or Schedule a time during which the service willbe in effectWell knownservices- Select one of the well-known services from the pull-down list
23Using the Configuration MenuAdvanced > ApplicationSome applications require multiple connections, such as Internet gaming, videoconferencing, Internet telephony and others. These applications have difficulties workingthrough NAT (Network Address Translation). Special Applications makes some of theseapplications work with the DI-714P+. If you need to run applications that require multipleconnections, specify the port normally associated with an application in the Triggerfield, then enter the public ports associated with the trigger port into the IncomingPorts field.At the bottom of the screen, there are already defined special applications. To usethem, select one from the drop down list and select an ID number you want to use.Then click the “Copy to” button and the router will fill in the appropriate information tothe list. You will then need to enable the service. If the mechanism of Special Applica-tions fails to make an application work, try using DMZ host instead.Note! Only one PC can use each Special Application tunnel.Trigger- This is the port used to trigger the application. It can be eithera single port or a range of ports.Incoming Ports- This is the port number on the WAN side that will be used toaccess the application. You may define a single port or a rangeof ports. You can use a comma to add multiple ports or portranges.Enable- Select to activate the policy
24Using the Configuration MenuAdvanced > MAC FiltersMAC (Media Access Control) Filters are used to deny or allow LAN (Local Area Network)computers from accessing the Internet and network by their MAC address. MAC filtersapply both to wired computers connected to one of the four Ethernet LAN ports and alsoto wireless clients connected wirelessly to the DI-714P+.At the bottom of the screen, there is a list of MAC addresses from the DHCP clientcomputers connected to the DI-714P+. To use them, select one from the drop down listand select an IP number you want to use. Then click the “Copy to” button and theDI-714P+ will fill in the appropriate information to the list.Disabled MAC Filter: Select this option if you do not want to use MAC filters.Only allow computers with MAC address listed below to access the network-Select this option to only allow computers that are in the listto access the network and Internet. All other computers willbe denied access to the network and Internet.Only deny computers with MAC address listed below to access the network-Select this option to only deny computers that are in the listto access the network and Internet. All other computers willbe allowed access to the network and Internet.Enter the MAC Address of the client that will be filteredMAC Address-Select this option for the specific IP filter policy to take effect.Enable-
25Using the Configuration MenuAdvanced > IP FilterDisabled IP Filter- Select this option if you do not want to use IP filters.Allow all computers to access the Internet except those listed below-Select this option to allow computers that are in the list to access theInternet. All other computers will be denied access to the Internet.Use IP (Internet Proto-col) filters to allow ordeny computers ac-cess to the Internetbased on their IP ad-dress. IP filters applyboth to wired comput-ers connected to oneof the four EthernetLAN ports and also towireless clients con-nected wirelessly tothe DI-714P+.Deny all computers access to the Internet except those listed below-Select this option to deny computers that are in the list to access theInternet. All other computers will be allowed access to the Internet.Schedule- Select Always, or input a specific time schedule during which the specificfilter will be enabledAfter you have input all the IP, Port and Schedule information then clidkEnabled or Disabled. You can change this setting later by clicking on theEdit or Delete icon in the list of filters at the bottom of this screen.Enabled or Disabled-IP- Enter in the IP address range of the computers that you want the policy toapply to. If it is only a single computer that you want the policy applied to,then enter the IP address of that computer in the Start Source IP and leavethe End Source IP blank.Port- Enter in the port range of the TCP/UDP ports that you want the policy toapply to. If it is only a single port that you want the policy applied to, thenenter the port number in the Start Port field and leave the End Port fieldblank. If you want to use all the ports, you can leave the port range empty.
26Using the Configuration MenuAdvanced > Domain FilterUse Domain filters to allow or deny computers access to specific Internet domainswhether it is through www, ftp, snmp, etc. Domain filters apply both to wired computersconnected to one of the four Ethernet LAN ports and also to wireless clients connectedwirelessly to the DI-714P+.Disabled Domain Filter- Select this option if you do not want to use Domain filters.Allow users to access the following domains and block all other domains-Select this option to allow users to access the specifiedInternet domains listed below. Users will be denied accessto all other Internet domains.Deny users to access the following domains and permit all other domains-Select this option to deny users to access the specifiedInternet domains listed below. Users will be allowed accessto all other Internet domains.Domain suffix- Enter in the domain suffix of the Internet domain you want touse. (example: shopping.com, sports.net)Log- Select this option to log usage to the specified domain. Thelogs can be viewed in Status > Log.
27Using the Configuration MenuAdvanced > RoutingStatic routes can be added if you require specific routes within your internal network.These routes will not apply to the WAN (Internet) network.Destination- Enter in the IP of the specified network that you want toaccess using the static routeSubnet Mask- Enter in the subnet mask to be used for the specified network.Gateway- Enter in the gateway IP address to the specified network.Hop- Enter in the amount of hops it will take to the specifiednetwork.Enable- Select this option for the specified static route to take effect.Hop Count - in a transmission path, each link is terminated at a network devicesuch as a router or gateway. The number of hops equals the number of routers orgateways that data must pass through before reaching the destination.
28Using the Configuration MenuAdvanced > DMZIf you have a computer that cannot run Internet applications properly from behind the DI-714P+, then you can allow that computer to have unrestricted Internet access. Enter theIP address of that computer as a DMZ (Demilitarized Zone) host with unrestricted Internetaccess. Adding a client to the DMZ may expose that computer to a variety of securityrisks; so only use this option as a last resort.
29Using the Configuration MenuAdvanced > PerformanceBeacon Interval- Beacons are packets sent by an Access Point to synchronize awireless network. Specify a value. 100 is the default setting and isrecommended.Preamble Type- Long preamble is the default setting. (High traffic networks shoulduse the shorter preamble type.) The preamble defines the length ofthe CRC block used in communication between the Access Pointand the roaming wireless Network adapters. (Cyclic RedundancyCheck is a common technique for detecting data transmission er-rors)TX Rates- Select the data rate. Default is 1-2-5.5-11-22Mbps.DTIM interval- (Delivery Traffic Indication Message) 3 is the default setting. ADTIM is a countdown informing clients of the next window forlistening to broadcast and multicast messages.Fragmentation- This value should also remain at its default setting of 2346. If youexperience a high packet error rate, you may slightly increase yourFragmentation Threshold within the value range of 256 to 2,346. Set-ting the Fragmentation Threshold too low may result in poor perfor-mance.RTS Threshold- This value should remain at its default setting of 2432. If incon-sistent data flow is a problem, only a minor modification shouldbe made.
30Using the Configuration MenuTools> AdminPassword-RemoteManagement-To change the admin password, enter in the old password, and enterthe new password twice to confirmYou can change the adminpassword here. It is recom-mended that you change theadmin password from the de-fault setting.The defaultpassword is blank (nothing).Remote Management allows the device to be configured throughthe WAN (Wide Area Network) port from the Internet using aweb browser. A username and password is still required toaccess the browser-based management interface.IP Address- Internet IP Address of the computer that has access to the DI-714P+.If the IP Address is set to 0.0.0.0, this allows all Internet IP ad-dresses to access the DI-714P+.Port- The port number used to access the DI-714P+. Example:http://x.x.x.x:8080, where x.x.x.x. is the WAN IP addressof the DI-714P+ and 8080 is the port used for the Web Managementinterface.Shared Key - In this mode, in order to access the DI-714P+ on the network,the device must be listed in the MAC Address Control ListOpen System - Both - In this mode, all devices on the network can access theDI-714P+Authentication- Select Open system, Shared Key or BothSSID Broadcast- Enable is the default setting. Choose Enable to broadcast theSSID across the network. All devices on a network must share thesame SSID (Service Set Identifier) to establish communication.Choose Disable if you do not wish to broadcast the SSID over thenetwork.The DI-714P+ will be visible to all devices on the network. This is thedefault setting
31Using the Configuration MenuTools > TimeEnable NTP- (Network Time Protocol). Select to synchronize the time on theDI-714P+ to an NTP server.Set Device Dateand Time- You can manually set the time on your network hereYou will need to set the time zone corresponding to your location. The time can beset manually or the device can connect to a NTP (Network Time Protocol) server toretrieve the time.NTP is short for Network Time Protocol, an Internet standard protocolthat assures accurate synchronization to the millisecond of computerclock times in a network of computers.
32Using the Configuration MenuTools > SystemClick Save to save the current settings to the local Hard DriveClick Browse to find the settings file, then click LoadSave Settings toLocal Hard Drive-Load Settings fromLocal Hard Drive-Restore to FactoryDefault Settings- Click Restore to restore the factory default settingsThe current system settings can be saved as a file onto the local hard drive. Thesaved file or any other saved setting file created by the DI-714P+ can be uploaded intothe unit. To reload a system settings file, click on “Browse” to search the local harddrive for the file to be used. The device can also be reset back to factory defaultsettings by clicking on “Reset to Default” button. Use the restore feature only ifnecessary. This will erase previously save settings for the unit. Make sure to saveyour system settings before doing a factory restore.
33Using the Configuration MenuTools > FirmwareBrowse- After you have downloaded the new firmware, click Browse inthis window to locate the firmware update on your hard drive.Click Apply to complete the firmware upgrade.Note! Do not power off the unit when it is being upgraded. When theupgrade is complete, the unit will be restarted automatically.You can upgrade the firmware of the device using this tool. Make sure that the firmwareyou want to use is saved on the local hard drive of the computer. Click on “Browse” tosearch the local hard drive for the firmware to be used for the update. Upgrading thefirmware will not change any of your system settings but it is recommended that yousave your system settings before doing a firmware upgrade. Please check the D-Linksupport site for firmware updates at http://support.dlink.com.
34Using the Configuration MenuTools > SNMPEnable SNMP-Get Community-(Simple Network Management Protocol)Enter the password public in this field to allow “Read only”access to network administration using SNMP. You can viewthe network, but no configuration is possible wth this setting.Set Community- Enter the password private in this field to gain “Read and Write”access to the network using SNMP software. The administratorcan configure the network with this setting.Local-Remote-SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) is a widely used network monitoring andcontrol protocol that reports activity on each network device to the administrator of thenetwork. SNMP can be used to monitor traffic and statistics of the DI-714P+. The DI-714P+ supports SNMP v1. WAN (Wide Area Network)LAN (Local Area Network)
35Using the Configuration MenuTools > DDNSDDNS- (Dynamic DNS) when an IP address is automatically assignedby a DHCP server, DDNS automaticaly updates the DNS server.Select Disabled or EnabledProvider- Select from the pull-down menuHost Name- Enter the Host nameUsername/Email- Enter the username/email addressPassword/Key- Enter the password/keyUsers who have a Dynamic DNS account may use this feature on the DI-714P+ itself.
36Using the Configuration MenuTools > MiscPing Test-Block WAN Ping-Non-standardFTP port-Use the Ping test to send ping packets (ICMP) to test if a com-puter (host) is on the Internet.Click Enabled to block the WAN ping. Computers on the Internetwill not get a reply back from the DI-714P+ when it is being“ping”ed. This may help to increase security.Restart Device- Click reboot to restart the unit.If an FTP server you want to access is not using the standardport 21, then enter in the port number that the FTP server isusing instead.

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