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2D-Link DIR-655 User Manual
Table of Contents
Product Overview ........................................................4
Package Contents....................................................4
System Requirements ............................................. 4
Introduction ..............................................................5
Features ...................................................................6
Hardware Overview .................................................7
Connections .......................................................7
LEDs ..................................................................8
Installation ....................................................................9
Before you Begin ..................................................... 9
Wireless Installation Considerations ......................10
Getting Started ......................................................11
Configuration ............................................................. 12
Web-based Configuration Utility ............................ 12
Setup Wizard ................................................... 13
Manual Configuration ....................................... 17
Dynamic (Cable)...........................................17
PPPoE (DSL) ...............................................18
PPTP ............................................................19
L2TP .............................................................21
Static (assigned by ISP) ...............................23
Big Pond ....................................................... 24
Wireless Settings .............................................25
Network Settings .............................................. 27
DHCP Server Settings .................................28
DHCP Reservation ....................................... 29
Virtual Server ................................................... 30
Port Forwarding ...............................................32
Application Rules .............................................33
QoS Engine .....................................................34
Network Filters ................................................. 35
Access Control ................................................. 36
Access Control Wizard .................................36
Website Filters .................................................39
Inbound Filters .................................................40
Firewall Settings ............................................... 41
Application Level Gateway (ALG)
Configuration....................................................42
VPN Passthrough ......................................... 42
RTSP ............................................................ 42
H.323 ............................................................42
SIP (VoIP) .....................................................42
MMS .............................................................42
Advanced Wireless Settings ............................43
Transmit Power .............................................43
802.11d Mode ..............................................43
WISH Settings .................................................44
Advanced Network Settings .............................46
UPnP ............................................................46
Internet Ping Block .......................................46
Internet Port Speed ...................................... 46
Multicast Streams .........................................46
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Administrator Settings ...................................... 47
Change Password ........................................ 47
Remote Management ...................................47
Time Settings ................................................... 48
SysLog ............................................................. 49
Email Settings .................................................. 50
System Settings ............................................... 51
Update Firmware ............................................. 52
DDNS ............................................................... 53
System Check .................................................. 54
Schedules ........................................................55
Device Information ...........................................56
Log ................................................................... 57
Stats ................................................................. 58
Active Sessions ................................................58
Wireless ...........................................................59
WISH ...............................................................59
Support ............................................................60
Wireless Security .......................................................61
What is WEP? ........................................................61
What is WPA? ........................................................ 62
Wireless Security Setup Wizard ............................63
Configure WEP ...................................................... 66
Configure WPA-Personal (PSK) .............................67
Configure WPA-Enterprise (RADIUS) ....................68
Connect to a Wireless Network ................................ 70
Using Windows® XP ...............................................70
Configure WEP ...................................................... 71
Configure WPA-PSK .............................................. 73
Troubleshooting ......................................................... 75
Wireless Basics ......................................................... 79
What is Wireless? .................................................. 80
Tips ........................................................................82
Wireless Modes ..................................................... 83
Networking Basics .................................................... 84
Check your IP address ..........................................84
Statically Assign an IP address ............................. 85
Technical Specifications ........................................... 86
Contacting Technical Support .................................. 87
Warranty .....................................................................88
Registration ................................................................94
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Section 1 - Product Overview
• D-Link DIR-655 Xtreme N™ Router
• 3 Detachable Antennas
• Power Adapter
• CAT5 Ethernet Cable
• CD-ROM with Installation Wizard, User Manual,
and Special Offers
System Requirements
• Ethernet-based Cable or DSL Modem
• Computers with Windows®, Macintosh®, or Linux-based operating systems with an installed Ethernet
adapter
• Internet Explorer Version 6.0, Mozilla 1.7.12 (5.0), or Firefox 1.5 and above (for configuration)
• Installation Wizard requires Windows® XP with Service Pack 2
Product Overview
Package Contents
Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage rating than the one included
with the DIR-655 will cause damage and void the warranty for this product.
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Section 1 - Product Overview
Introduction
TOTAL PERFORMANCE
Combines award winning router features and Draft 802.11n wireless technology to provide the best wireless performance
TOTAL SECURITY
The most complete set of security features including Active Firewall and WPA2 to protect your network against outside
intruders
TOTAL COVERAGE
Provides greater wireless signal rates even at farther distances for best-in-class Whole Home Coverage.
ULTIMATE PERFORMANCE
The D-Link Xtreme N™ Router (DIR-655) is a draft 802.11n compliant device that delivers real world performance of up to
650% faster than an 802.11g wireless connection (also faster than a 100Mbps wired Ethernet connection). Create a secure
wireless network to share photos, files, music, video, printers, and network storage throughout your home. Connect the Xtreme
N™ Router to a cable or DSL modem and share your high-speed Internet access with everyone on the network. In addition,
this Router includes a Quality of Service (QoS) engine that keeps digital phone calls (VoIP) and online gaming smooth and
responsive, providing a better Internet experience.
EXTENDED WHOLE HOME COVERAGE
Powered by Xtreme N™ technology, this high performance router provides superior Whole Home Coverage while reducing dead
spots. The Xtreme N™ Router is designed for use in bigger homes and for users who demand higher performance networking.
Add a Xtreme N™ notebook or desktop adapter and stay connected to your network from virtually anywhere in your home.
TOTAL NETWORK SECURITY
The Xtreme N™ Router supports all of the latest wireless security features to prevent unauthorized access, be it from over the
wireless network or from the Internet. Support for WPA and WEP standards ensure that you’ll be able to use the best possible
encryption method, regardless of your client devices. In addition, this Xtreme N™ Router utilizes dual active firewalls (SPI and
NAT) to prevent potential attacks from across the Internet.
* Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11g and Draft 802.11n specifications. Actual data throughput will vary. Network conditions and
environmental factors, including volume of network traffic, building materials and construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate. Environmental
conditions will adversely affect wireless signal range.
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• Faster Wireless Networking - The DIR-655 provides up to 300Mbps* wireless connection with other
802.11n wireless clients. This capability allows users to participate in real-time activities online, such as
video streaming, online gaming, and real-time audio. The performance of this 802.11n wireless router
gives you the freedom of wireless networking at speeds 650% faster than 802.11g.
• Compatible with 802.11b and 802.11g Devices - The DIR-655 is still fully compatible with the IEEE
802.11b standard, so it can connect with existing 802.11b PCI, USB and Cardbus adapters.
• Advanced Firewall Features - The Web-based user interface displays a number of advanced network
management features including:
• Content Filtering - Easily applied content filtering based on MAC Address, URL, and/or
Domain Name.
• Filter Scheduling - These filters can be scheduled to be active on certain days or for a
duration of hours or minutes.
• Secure Multiple/Concurrent Sessions - The DIR-655 can pass through VPN sessions. It
supports multiple and concurrent IPSec and PPTP sessions, so users behind the DIR-655
can securely access corporate networks.
• User-friendly Setup Wizard - Through its easy-to-use Web-based user interface, the DIR-655 lets you
control what information is accessible to those on the wireless network, whether from the Internet or from
your company’s server. Configure your router to your specific settings within minutes.
* Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11g and Draft 802.11n specifications. Actual data throughput will vary. Network conditions and
environmental factors, including volume of network traffic, building materials and construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate. Environmental
conditions will adversely affect wireless signal range.
Features
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Hardware Overview
Connections
USB
Connect a USB 1.1 or 2.0 flash
drive to configure the wireless
settings using WCN.
Reset
Pressing the Reset button restores the router to
its original factory default settings.
LAN Ports (1-4)
Connect Ethernet devices such as
computers, switches, and hubs.
Internet Port
The auto MDI/MDIX Internet port is
the connection for the Ethernet cable
to the cable or DSL modem.
Power Receptor
Receptor for the supplied power
adapter.
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Hardware Overview
LEDs
WLAN LED
A solid light indicates that the wireless
segment is ready. This LED blinks
during wireless data transmission.
Status LED
A blinking light indicates that the
DIR-655 is ready.
Internet LED
A solid light indicates connection on the
Internet port. This LED blinks during
data transmission.
Power LED
A solid light indicates a
proper connection to the
power supply.
Local Network LEDs
A solid light indicates a connection to an
Ethernet-enabled computer on ports 1-4.
This LED blinks during data transmission.
WCN LED
Insert a USB flash drive with WCN
information. The LED will blink 3 times
if it successfully transfers the wireless
settings.
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Section 2 - Installation
Before you Begin
Installation
This section will walk you through the installation process. Placement of the router is very important. Do not place the
router in an enclosed area such as a closet, cabinet, or in the attic or garage.
Please configure the router with the computer that was last connected directly to your modem. Also, you can only use
the Ethernet port on your modem. If you were using the USB connection before using the router, then you must turn off
your modem, disconnect the USB cable and connect an Ethernet cable to the Internet port on the router, and then turn
the modem back on. In some cases, you may need to call your ISP to change connection types (USB to Ethernet).
If you have DSL and are connecting via PPPoE, make sure you disable or uninstall any PPPoE software such as
WinPoet, Broadjump, or Enternet 300 from your computer or you will not be able to connect to the Internet.
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Wireless Installation Considerations
The D-Link wireless router lets you access your network using a wireless connection from virtually anywhere within
the operating range of your wireless network. Keep in mind, however, that the number, thickness and location of walls,
ceilings, or other objects that the wireless signals must pass through, may limit the range. Typical ranges vary depending
on the types of materials and background RF (radio frequency) noise in your home or business. The key to maximizing
wireless range is to follow these basic guidelines:
1. Keep the number of walls and ceilings between the D-Link router and other network devices to a minimum
- each wall or ceiling can reduce your adapter’s range from 3-90 feet (1-30 meters.) Position your devices
so that the number of walls or ceilings is minimized.
2. Be aware of the direct line between network devices. 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! Position devices 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 points, wireless routers, and computers so that the signal passes through
drywall or open doorways. Materials and objects such as glass, steel, metal, walls with insulation, water
(fish tanks), mirrors, file cabinets, brick, and concrete will degrade your wireless signal.
4. Keep your product away (at least 3-6 feet or 1-2 meters) from electrical devices or appliances that
generate RF noise.
5. If you are using 2.4GHz cordless phones or X-10 (wireless products such as ceiling fans, lights, and
home security systems), your wireless connection may degrade dramatically or drop completely. Make
sure your 2.4GHz phone base is as far away from your wireless devices as possible. The base transmits
a signal even if the phone in not in use.
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The DIR-655 includes a Quick Router Setup Wizard CD. Follow the simple steps below to run the Setup Wizard to
guide you quickly through the installation process.
Insert the Quick Router Setup Wizard CD in the CD-ROM drive. The step-by-step instructions that follow are shown
in Windows® XP. The steps and screens are similar for the other Windows operating systems.
If the CD Autorun function does not automatically start on your computer, go to Start > Run. In the run box type
“D:\DIR655.exe” (where D: represents the drive letter of your CD-ROM drive).
When the autorun screen appears, click Install Router.
Getting Started
Click Install Router
Note: It is reccomended to write down the SSID and Security Key, followed by the login password on the provided CD
holder.
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Section 3 - Configuration
Configuration
This section will show you how to configure your new D-Link wireless router using the web-based configuration
utility.
Web-based Configuration Utility
To access the configuration utility, open a web-browser
such as Internet Explorer and enter the IP address of
the router (192.168.0.1).
Select Admin from the drop-down menu and then enter
your password. Leave the password blank by default.
If you get a Page Cannot be Displayed error, please
refer to the Troubleshooting section for assistance.
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Setup Wizard
You may click Setup Wizard to quickly configure your router.
If you want to enter your settings without running the wizard, click
Manual Configuration and skip to page 19.
Click Launch Internet Connection Setup Wizard to begin.
If you want to configure your wireless settings, click Launch Wireless
Security Setup Wizard and skip to page 62.
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Click Next to continue.
Create a new password and then click Next to continue.
Select your time zone from the drop-down menu and then click Next
to continue.
Select the type of Internet connection you use and then click Next
to continue.
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If you selected Dynamic, you may need to enter the MAC address of the
computer that was last connected directly to your modem. If you are currently
using that computer, click Clone Your PC’s MAC Address and then click
Next to continue.
The Host Name is optional but may be required by some ISPs. The default
host name is the device name of the Router and may be changed.
If you selected PPPoE, enter your PPPoE username and password. Click
Next to continue.
Select Static if your ISP assigned you the IP address, subnet mask, gateway,
and DNS server addresses.
Note: Make sure to remove your PPPoE software from your computer. The
software is no longer needed and will not work through a router.
If you selected PPTP, enter your PPTP username and password. Click Next
to continue.
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If you selected L2TP, enter your L2TP username and password. Click Next
to continue.
If you selected Static, enter your network settings supplied by your Internet
provider. Click Next to continue.
Click Connect to save your settings. Once the router is finished rebooting,
click Continue. Please allow 1-2 minutes to connect.
Close your browser window and reopen it to test your Internet connection.
It may take a few tries to initially connect to the Internet.
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Select Dynamic IP (DHCP) to obtain IP Address
information automatically from your ISP. Select
this option if your ISP does not give you any IP
numbers to use. This option is commonly used
for Cable modem services.
The Host Name is optional but may be required
by some ISPs.
Check the box if you are having problems
obtaining an IP address from your ISP.
Enter the Primary DNS server IP address
assigned by your ISP.
Maximum Transmission Unit - you may need to
change the MTU for optimal performance with
your specific ISP. 1500 is the default MTU.
The default MAC Address is set to the Internet
port’s physical interface MAC address on the
Broadband Router. It is not recommended that
you change the default MAC address unless
required by your ISP. You can use the Clone
Your PC’s MAC Address button to replace
the Internet port’s MAC address with the MAC
address of your Ethernet card.
My Internet
Connection:
Host Name:
MAC Address:
Manual Configuration
Dynamic (Cable)
DNS Addresses:
MTU:
Use Unicasting:
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Select PPPoE (Username/Password) from the drop-down menu.
Select Static if your ISP assigned you the IP address, subnet mask,
gateway, and DNS server addresses. In most cases, select Dynamic.
Enter the IP address (Static PPPoE only).
Enter your PPPoE user name.
Enter your PPPoE password and then retype the password in the next
box.
Enter the ISP Service Name (optional).
Select either Always-on, On-Demand, or Manual.
Enter the Primary and Secondary DNS Server Addresses (Static PPPoE
only).
Enter a maximum idle time during which the Internet connection is maintained during inactivity. To disable this feature,
enable Auto-reconnect.
Maximum Transmission Unit - you may need to change the MTU for optimal performance with your specific ISP. 1492 is
the default MTU.
The default MAC Address is set to the Internet port’s physical interface MAC address on the Broadband Router. It is not
recommended that you change the default MAC address unless required by your ISP. You can use the Clone Your PC’s
MAC Address button to replace the Internet port’s MAC address with the MAC address of your Ethernet card.
My Internet
Connection:
Address Mode:
IP Address:
User Name:
Password:
Service Name:
Reconnection Mode:
Maximum Idle Time:
DNS Addresses:
MTU:
MAC Address:
Internet Setup
PPPoE (DSL)
Choose PPPoE (Point to Point Protocol over Ethernet) if your ISP uses a PPPoE connection. Your ISP will provide
you with a username and password. This option is typically used for DSL services. Make sure to remove your PPPoE
software from your computer. The software is no longer needed and will not work through a router.
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Select Static if your ISP assigned you the IP address,
subnet mask, gateway, and DNS server addresses. In most
cases, select Dynamic.
Enter the IP address (Static PPTP only).
Enter the Primary and Secondary DNS Server Addresses
(Static PPTP only).
Enter the Gateway IP Address provided by your ISP.
Enter the Server IP provided by your ISP (optional).
Enter your PPTP username.
Enter your PPTP password and then retype the password
in the next box.
Select either Always-on, On-Demand, or Manual.
Enter a maximum idle time during which the Internet
connection is maintained during inactivity. To disable this
feature, enable Auto-reconnect.
The DNS server information will be supplied by your ISP
(Internet Service Provider.)
Address Mode:
PPTP IP Address:
PPTP Subnet
Mask:
PPTP Gateway:
PPTP Server IP:
Internet Setup
PPTP
Choose PPTP (Point-to-Point-Tunneling Protocol ) if your ISP uses a PPTP connection. Your ISP will provide you with
a username and password. This option is typically used for DSL services.
Username:
Password:
Reconnect Mode:
Maximum Idle
Time:
DNS Servers:
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Maximum Transmission Unit - you may need to change the MTU for optimal performance with your specific ISP. 1400 is
the default MTU.
The default MAC Address is set to the Internet port’s physical interface MAC address on the Broadband Router. It is not
recommended that you change the default MAC address unless required by your ISP. You can use the Clone Your PC’s
MAC Address button to replace the Internet port’s MAC address with the MAC address of your Ethernet card.
MTU:
MAC Address:
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Select Static if your ISP assigned you the IP address,
subnet mask, gateway, and DNS server addresses. In
most cases, select Dynamic.
Enter the L2TP IP address supplied by your ISP (Static
only).
Enter the Subnet Mask supplied by your ISP (Static
only).
Enter the Gateway IP Address provided by your ISP.
Enter the Server IP provided by your ISP (optional).
Enter your L2TP username.
Enter your L2TP password and then retype the password
in the next box.
Select either Always-on, On-Demand, or Manual.
Enter a maximum idle time during which the Internet
connection is maintained during inactivity. To disable this
feature, enable Auto-reconnect.
Enter the Primary and Secondary DNS Server Addresses
(Static L2TP only).
Address Mode:
L2TP IP Address:
L2TP Subnet Mask:
L2TP Gateway:
L2TP Server IP:
Username:
Password:
Reconnect Mode:
Maximum Idle Time:
DNS Servers:
Internet Setup
L2TP
Choose L2TP (Layer 2 Tunneling Protocol) if your ISP uses a L2TP connection. Your ISP will provide you with a username
and password. This option is typically used for DSL services.
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MTU:
Clone MAC
Address:
Maximum Transmission Unit - you may need to change the MTU for optimal performance with your specific ISP. 1400 is the
default MTU.
The default MAC Address is set to the Internet port’s physical interface MAC address on the Broadband Router. It is not
recommended that you change the default MAC address unless required by your ISP. You can use the Clone Your PC’s
MAC Address button to replace the Internet port’s MAC address with the MAC address of your Ethernet card.
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Enter the IP address assigned by your ISP.
Enter the Subnet Mask assigned by your ISP.
Enter the Gateway assigned by your ISP.
The DNS server information will be supplied by your
ISP (Internet Service Provider.)
Maximum Transmission Unit - you may need to
change the MTU for optimal performance with your
specific ISP. 1500 is the default MTU.
The default MAC Address is set to the Internet port’s
physical interface MAC address on the Broadband
Router. It is not recommended that you change the
default MAC address unless required by your ISP.
You can use the Clone Your PC’s MAC Address
button to replace the Internet port’s MAC address
with the MAC address of your Ethernet card.
IP Address:
Subnet Mask:
Default Gateway:
DNS Servers:
MTU:
MAC Address:
Internet Setup
Static (assigned by ISP)
Select Static IP Address if all the Internet port’s IP information is provided to you by your ISP. You will need to enter in the IP address,
subnet mask, gateway address, and DNS address(es) provided to you by your ISP. Each IP address entered in the fields must be in the
appropriate IP form, which are four octets separated by a dot (x.x.x.x). The Router will not accept the IP address if it is not in this format.
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Enter the IP address of the login server.
Enter your BigPond username.
Enter your BigPond password and then retype
the password in the next box.
The DNS server information will be supplied
by your ISP (Internet Service Provider.)
Maximum Transmission Unit - you may need to
change the MTU for optimal performance with
your specific ISP. 1500 is the default MTU.
The default MAC Address is set to the
Internet’s physical interface MAC address on
the Broadband Router. It is not recommended
that you change the default MAC address
unless required by your ISP. You can use the
Clone Your PC’s MAC Address button to
replace the Internet port’s MAC address with
the MAC address of your Ethernet card.
BigPond Server:
BigPond Username:
BigPond Password:
DNS Servers:
MTU:
MAC Address:
Internet Setup
Big Pond
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Check the box to enable the wireless function. If you do not
want to use wireless, uncheck the box to disable all the wireless
functions.
Service Set Identifier (SSID) is the name of your wireless network.
Create a name using up to 32 characters. The SSID is case-
sensitive.
The Auto Channel Scan setting can be selected to allow
the DIR-655 to choose the channel with the least amount of
interference.
Indicates the channel setting for the DIR-655. By default the
channel is set to 6. The Channel can be changed to fit the channel
setting for an existing wireless network or to customize the
wireless network. If you enable Auto Channel Scan, this option
will be greyed out.
Select one of the following:
802.11g Only - Select if all of your wireless clients are 802.11g.
Mixed 802.11g and 802.11b - Select if you are using both 802.11b and 802.11g wireless clients.
802.11b Only - Select if all of your wireless clients are 802.11b.
802.11n Only - Select only if all of your wireless clients are 802.11n.
Mixed 802.11n, 802.11b, and 802.11g - Select if you are using a mix of 802.11n, 11g, and 11b wireless clients.
Select the Channel Width:
Auto 20/40 - This is the default setting. Select if you are using both 802.11n and non-802.11n wireless devices.
20MHz - Select if you are not using any 802.11n wireless clients.
Select the transmit rate. It is strongly suggested to select Best (Auto) for best performance.
Enable Wireless:
Enable Auto
Channel Scan:
Wireless Settings
Wireless Network
Name:
Wireless Channel:
802.11 Mode:
Channel Width:
Transmission Rate:
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Select Invisible if you do not want the SSID of your wireless network to be broadcasted by the DIR-655. If Invisible is selected,
the SSID of the DIR-655 will not be seen by Site Survey utilities so your wireless clients will have to know the SSID of your
DIR-655 in order to connect to it.
Refer to page 60 for more information regarding wireless security.
Visibility Status:
Wireless Security:
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This section will allow you to change the local network settings of the router and to configure the DHCP settings.
Network Settings
Enter the IP address of the router. The default IP
address is 192.168.0.1.
If you change the IP address, once you click Apply,
you will need to enter the new IP address in your
browser to get back into the configuration utility.
Enter the Subnet Mask. The default subnet mask is
255.255.255.0.
Enter the Domain name (Optional).
Uncheck the box to transfer the DNS server
information from your ISP to your computers. If
checked, your computers will use the router for a
DNS server.
IP Address:
Subnet Mask:
Local Domain:
Enable DNS Relay:
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Check this box to enable the DHCP server on
your router. Uncheck to disable this function.
Enter the starting and ending IP addresses for
the DHCP server’s IP assignment.
Note: If you statically (manually) assign IP
addresses to your computers or devices, make
sure the IP addresses are outside of this range
or you may have an IP conflict.
The length of time for the IP address lease.
Enter the Lease time in minutes.
Refer to the next page for the DHCP Reservation
function.
Enable DHCP
Server:
DHCP IP Address
Range:
Lease Time:
Add DHCP
Reservation:
DHCP Server Settings
DHCP stands for Dynamic Host Control Protocol. The DIR-655 has a built-in DHCP server. The DHCP Server will
automatically assign an IP address to the computers on the LAN/private network. Be sure to set your computers to be
DHCP clients by setting their TCP/IP settings to “Obtain an IP Address Automatically.” When you turn your computers
on, they will automatically load the proper TCP/IP settings provided by the DIR-655. The DHCP Server will automatically
allocate an unused IP address from the IP address pool to the requesting computer. You must specify the starting and
ending address of the IP address pool.
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DHCP Reservation
If you want a computer or device to always have the same IP address assigned, you can create a DHCP reservation.
The router will assign the IP address only to that computer or device.
Note: This IP address must be within the DHCP IP Address Range.
Check this box to enable the reservation.
Enter the computer name or select from the
drop-down menu and click <<.
Enter the IP address you want to assign to the
computer or device. This IP Address must be
within the DHCP IP Address Range.
Enter the MAC address of the computer or
device.
If you want to assign an IP address to the
computer you are currently on, click this button
to populate the fields.
Click Save to save your entry. You must click
Save Settings at the top to activate your
reservations.
Enable:
Computer Name:
IP Address:
MAC Address:
Copy Your PC’s
MAC Address:
Save:
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The DIR-655 can be configured as a virtual server so that remote users accessing Web or FTP services via the public
IP address can be automatically redirected to local servers in the LAN (Local Area Network).
The DIR-655 firewall feature filters out unrecognized packets to protect your LAN network so all computers networked
with the DIR-655 are invisible to the outside world. If you wish, you can make some of the LAN computers accessible
from the Internet by enabling Virtual Server. Depending on the requested service, the DIR-655 redirects the external
service request to the appropriate server within the LAN network.
The DIR-655 is also capable of port-redirection meaning incoming traffic to a particular port may be redirected to a
different port on the server computer.
Each virtual service that is created will be listed at the bottom of the screen in the Virtual Servers List. There are
pre-defined virtual services already in the table. You may use them by enabling them and assigning the server IP to
use that particular virtual service.
For a list of ports for common applications, please visit http://support.dlink.com/faq/view.asp?prod_id=1191.
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This will allow you to open a single port. If you would like to open a range of ports, refer to page 33.
Enter a name for the rule or select an application
from the drop-down menu. Select an application
and click << to populate the fields.
Enter the IP address of the computer on your
local network that you want to allow the incoming
service to. If your computer is receiving an IP
address automatically from the router (DHCP),
you computer will be listed in the “Computer
Name” drop-down menu. Select your computer
and click <<.
Enter the port that you want to open next to Private
Port and Public Port. The private and public ports
are usually the same. The public port is the port
seen from the Internet side, and the private port
is the port being used by the application on the
computer within your local network.
Select TCP, UDP, or Both from the drop-down
menu.
Select Allow All (most common) or a created
Inbound filter. You may create your own inbound
filters in the Advanced > Inbound Filter page.
The schedule of time when the Virtual Server
Rule will be enabled. The schedule may be set to
Always, which will allow the particular service to
always be enabled. You can create your own times
in the Tools > Schedules section.
Name:
IP Address:
Private Port/
Public Port:
Protocol Type:
Inbound Filter:
Schedule:
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This will allow you to open a single port or a range of ports.
Port Forwarding
Enter a name for the rule or select an application
from the drop-down menu. Select an application
and click << to populate the fields.
Enter the IP address of the computer on your local
network that you want to allow the incoming service
to. If your computer is receiving an IP address
automatically from the router (DHCP), you computer
will be listed in the “Computer Name” drop-down
menu. Select your computer and click <<.
Enter the TCP and/or UDP port or ports that you
want to open. You can enter a single port or a range
of ports. Seperate ports with a common.
Example: 24,1009,3000-4000
Select Allow All (most common) or a created
Inbound filter. You may create your own inbound
filters in the Advanced > Inbound Filter page.
The schedule of time when the Virtual Server Rule
will be enabled. The schedule may be set to Always,
which will allow the particular service to always be
enabled. You can create your own times in the Tools
> Schedules section.
Name:
IP Address:
TCP/UDP:
Inbound Filter:
Schedule:
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Enter a name for the rule. You may select a
pre-defined application from the drop-down
menu and click <<.
This is the port used to trigger the application. It
can be either a single port or a range of ports.
Select the protocol of the trigger port (TCP,
UDP, or Both).
This is the port number on the Internet side
that will be used to access the application. You
may define a single port or a range of ports.
You can use a comma to add multiple ports or
port ranges.
Select the protocol of the firewall port (TCP,
UDP, or Both).
The schedule of time when the Application Rule
will be enabled. The schedule may be set to
Always, which will allow the particular service
to always be enabled. You can create your own
times in the Tools > Schedules section.
Name:
Trigger:
Traffic Type:
Firewall:
Traffic Type:
Schedule:
Application Rules
Some applications require multiple connections, such as Internet gaming, video conferencing, Internet telephony and
others. These applications have difficulties working through NAT (Network Address Translation). Special Applications
makes some of these applications work with the DIR-655. If you need to run applications that require multiple connections,
specify the port normally associated with an application in the “Trigger Port” field, select the protocol type as TCP or
UDP, then enter the firewall (public) ports associated with the trigger port to open them for inbound traffic.
The DIR-655 provides some predefined applications in the table on the bottom of the web page. Select the application
you want to use and enable it.
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QoS Engine
This option is disabled by default. Enable this
option for better performance and experience with
online games and other interactive applications,
such as VoIP.
This option should be enabled when you have a
slow Internet uplink. It helps to reduce the impact
that large low priority network packets can have
on more urgent ones.
This option is enabled by default when the QoS
Engine option is enabled. This option will allow
your router to automatically determine the uplink
speed of your Internet connection.
This displays the detected uplink speed.
The speed at which data can be transferred from the router to your ISP. This is determined by your ISP. ISP’s often speed as
a download/upload pair. For example, 1.5Mbits/284Kbits. Using this example, you would enter 284. Alternatively you can test
your uplink speed with a service such as www.dslreports.com.
By default, the router automatically determines whether the underlying connection is an xDSL/Frame-relay network or some
other connection type (such as cable modem or Ethernet), and it displays the result as Detected xDSL or Frame Relay Network.
If you have an unusual network connection in which you are actually connected via xDSL but for which you configure either
“Static” or “DHCP” in the Internet settings, setting this option to xDSL or Other Frame Relay Network ensures that the router
will recognize that it needs to shape traffic slightly differently in order to give the best performance. Choosing xDSL or Other
Frame Relay Network causes the measured uplink speed to be reported slightly lower than before on such connections, but
gives much better results.
When Connection Type is set to automatic, the automatically detected connection type is displayed here.
Enable
StreamEngine:
Dynamic
Fragmentation:
Automatic Uplink
Speed:
Measured Uplink
Speed:
Manual Uplink
Speed:
Connection Type:
Detected xDSL:
The QoS Engine option helps improve your network gaming performance by prioritizing applications. By default the
QoS Engine settings are disabled and application priority is not classified automatically.
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Network Filters
Select Turn MAC Filtering Off, allow MAC
addresses listed below, or deny MAC addresses
listed below from the drop-down menu.
Enter the MAC address you would like to filter.
To find the MAC address on a computer, please
refer to the Networking Basics section in this
manual.
Select a DHCP client from the drop-down menu
and click << to copy that MAC Address.
Configure MAC
Filtering:
MAC Address:
DHCP Client:
Use MAC (Media Access Control) Filters to allow or deny LAN (Local Area Network) computers by their MAC addresses
from accessing the Network. You can either manually add a MAC address or select the MAC address from the list of
clients that are currently connected to the Broadband Router.
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Access Control
Click the Add Policy button to start the Access
Control Wizard.
Add Policy:
The Access Control section allows you to control access in and out of your network. Use this feature as Parental Controls
to only grant access to approved sites, limit web access based on time or dates, and/or block access from applications
like P2P utilities or games.
Click Next to continue with the wizard.
Access Control Wizard
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Enter a name for the policy and then click Next to continue.
Access Control Wizard (continued)
Select a schedule (I.E. Always) from the drop-down menu
and then click Next to continue.
Enter the following information and then click Next to
continue.
• Address Type - Select IP address, MAC address, or
Other Machines.
• IP Address - Enter the IP address of the computer
you want to apply the rule to.
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Select the filtering method and then click Next to continue.
Access Control Wizard (continued)
Enter the rule:
Enable - Check to enable the rule.
Name - Enter a name for your rule.
Dest IP Start - Enter the starting IP address.
Dest IP End - Enter the ending IP address.
Protocol - Select the protocol.
Dest Port Start - Enter the starting port number.
Dest Port End - Enter the ending port number.
To enable web logging, click Enable.
Click Save to save the access control rule.
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Enter the keywords or URLs that you want to
block (or allow). Any URL with the keyword in it
will be blocked.
Website URL/
Domain:
Website Filters are used to deny LAN computers from accessing specific web sites by the URL or domain. A URL is a
specially formatted text string that defines a location on the Internet. If any part of the URL contains the blocked word,
the site will not be accessible and the web page will not display. To use this feature, enter the text string to be blocked
and click Save Settings. The text to be blocked will appear in the list. To delete the text, click Clear the List Below.
Website Filters
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Enter a name for the inbound filter rule.
Select Allow or Deny.
Check to enable rule.
Enter the starting IP address. Enter 0.0.0.0 if
you do not want to specify an IP range.
Enter the ending IP address. Enter
255.255.255.255 if you do not want to specify
and IP range.
Click the Save button to apply your settings.
You must click Save Settings at the top to save
the settings.
This section will list any rules that are created.
You may click the Edit icon to change the
settings or enable/disable the rule, or click the
Delete icon to remove the rule.
Name:
Action:
Enable:
Source IP Start:
Source IP End:
Save:
Inbound Filter
Rules List:
The Inbound Filter option is an advanced method of controlling data received from the Internet. With this feature you
can configure inbound data filtering rules that control data based on an IP address range. Inbound Filters can be used
with Virtual Server, Port Forwarding, or Remote Administration features.
Inbound Filters
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SPI (Stateful Packet Inspection, also known as dynamic packet
filtering) helps to prevent cyber attacks by tracking more state per
session. It validates that the traffic passing through the session
conforms to the protocol.
Select one of the following for TCP and UDP ports:
Endpoint Independent - Any incoming traffic sent to an open port
will be forwarded to the application that opened the port. The port
will close if idle for 5 minutes.
Address Restricted - Incoming traffic must match the IP address
of the outgoing connection.
Address + Port Restriction - Incoming traffic must match the IP
address and port of the outgoing connection.
If an application has trouble working from behind the router, you
can expose one computer to the Internet and run the application
on that computer.
Note: Placing a computer in the DMZ may expose that computer to
a variety of security risks. Use of this option is only recommended
as a last resort.
Specify the IP address of the computer on the LAN that you want to
have unrestricted Internet communication. If this computer obtains
it’s IP address automatically using DHCP, be sure to make a static
reservation on the Basic > DHCP page so that the IP address of
the DMZ machine does not change.
Enable SPI:
NAT Endpoint
Filtering:
Enable DMZ Host:
IP Address:
Firewall Settings
A firewall protects your network from the outside world. The D-Link DIR-655 offers a firewall type functionality. The SPI
feature helps prevent cyber attacks. Sometimes you may want a computer exposed to the outside world for certain
types of applications. If you choose to expose a computer, you cam enable DMZ. DMZ is short for Demilitarized Zone.
This option will expose the chosen computer completely to the outside world.
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VPN Passthrough
RTSP
H.323
SIP (VoIP)
MMS
Application Level Gateway (ALG) Configuration
Here you can enable or disable ALG’s. Some protocols and applications require special handling of the IP payload to
make them work with network address translation (NAT). Each ALG provides special handling for a specific protocol
or application. A number of ALGs for common applications are enabled by default.
Allows multiple machines on the LAN to connect to their corporate network using PPTP protocol.
Allows multiple VPN clients to connect to their corporate network using IPSec. Some VPN clients support traversal of IPSec
through NAT. This ALG may interfere with the operation of such VPN clients. If you are having trouble connecting with your
corporate network, try turning this ALG off. Please check with the system adminstrator of your corporate network whether
your VPN client supports NAT traversal.
Allows applications that use Real Time Streaming Protocol to receive streaming media from the internet. QuickTime and
Real Player are some of the common applications using this protocol.
Allows all of the Windows/MSN Messenger functions to work properly through the router.
Allows FTP clients and servers to transfer data across NAT. Refer to the Advanced > Virtual Server page if you want to
host an FTP server.
Allows Microsoft NetMeeting clients to communicate across NAT. Note that if you want your buddies to call you, you should
also set up a virtual server for NetMeeting. Refer to the Advanced > Virtual Server page for information on how to set up
a virtual server.
Allows devices and applications using VoIP (Voice over IP) to communicate across NAT. Some VoIP applications and devices
have the ability to discover NAT devices and work around them. This ALG may interfere with the operation of such devices.
If you are having trouble making VoIP calls, try turning this ALG off.
Allows Ethernet network adapters with Wake-On-LAN (WOL) to function.
Allows Windows Media Player, using MMS protocol, to receive streaming media from the Internet.
PPTP:
IPSEC (VPN):
RTSP:
MSN Messenger:
FTP:
H.323
(Netmeeting):
SIP:
Wake-On-LAN:
MMS:
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Transmit Power
802.11d Mode
Set the transmit power of the antennas.
Beacons are packets sent by an Access Point to
synchronize a wireless network. Specify a value.
100 is the default setting and is recommended.
This value should remain at its default setting of
2432. If inconsistent data flow is a problem, only
a minor modification should be made.
The fragmentation threshold, which is specified
in bytes, determines whether packets will be
fragmented. Packets exceeding the 2346 byte
setting will be fragmented before transmission.
2346 is the default setting.
(Delivery Traffic Indication Message) 3 is the
default setting. A DTIM is a countdown informing
clients of the next window for listening to
broadcast and multicast messages.
This enables 802.11d opration. 802.11d is a wireless specification developed to allow implementation of wireless networks in
countries that cannot use the 802.11 standard. This feature should only be enabled if you are in a country that requires it.
Note :Transmit power is regulated by international standards and users are forbidden to change its maximum limit.
Regarding the frequency of 802.11d, every country limits the frequency range used within its territory.Consumers are only
allowed to purchase products that operates with the country regulated frequency.
WMM is QoS for your wireless network. This will improve the quality of video and voice applications for your wireless
clients.
Check this box to reduce the guard interval time therefore increasing the data capacity. However, it’s less reliable and may
create higher data loss.
Transmit Power:
Beacon Period:
RTS Threshold:
Fragmentation
Threshold:
DTIM Interval:
802.11d:
WMM Function:
Short GI:
Advanced Wireless Settings
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WISH Settings
WISH is short for Wireless Intelligent Stream Handling, a technology developed to enhance your experience of using
a wireless network by prioritizing the traffic of different applications.
Enable this option if you want to allow WISH to
prioritize your traffic.
Enable WISH:
Allows the router to recognize HTTP transfers
for many common audio and video streams
and prioritize them above other traffic. Such
streams are frequently used by digital media
players.
HTTP:
Enables the router to recognize certain
audio and video streams generated by a
Windows Media Center PC and to prioritize
these above other traffic. Such streams are
used by systems known as Windows Media
Extenders, such as the Xbox 360.
Windows Media
Center:
When enabled, this option causes the router
to automatically attempt to prioritize traffic
streams that it doesn’t otherwise recognize,
based on the behaviour that the streams
exhibit. This acts to deprioritize streams
that exhibit bulk transfer characteristics,
such as file transfers, while leaving
interactive traffic, such as gaming or VoIP,
running at a normal priority.
Automatic:
WISH Rules: A WISH Rule identifies a specific message flow and assigns a priority to that flow. For most applications, the priority
classifiers ensure the right priorities and specific WISH Rules are not required.
WISH supports overlaps between rules. If more than one rule matches for a specific message flow, the rule with the highest
priority will be used.
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Create a name for the rule that is meaningful
to you.
Name:
The priority of the message flow is entered here.
The four priorities are defined as:
BK: Background (least urgent)
BE: Best Effort.
VI: Video
VO: Voice (most urgent)
Priority:
The protocol used by the messages.
Protocol:
The rule applies to a flow of messages for which one computer’s IP address falls within the range set here.
Host IP Range:
The rule applies to a flow of messages for which host’s port number is within the range set here.
Host Port Range:
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UPnP
Internet Ping Block
Internet Port Speed
Multicast Streams
To use the Universal Plug and Play (UPnP™)
feature click on Enabled. UPNP provides
compatibility with networking equipment, software
and peripherals.
Unchecking the box will not allow the DIR-655 to
respond to pings. Blocking the Ping may provide
some extra security from hackers. Check the box
to allow the Internet port to be “pinged”.
You may set the port speed of the Internet port
to 10Mbps, 100Mbps, or auto. Some older cable
or DSL modems may require you to set the port
speed to 10Mbps.
Check the box to allow multicast traffic to pass
through the router from the Internet.
UPnP Settings:
Internet Ping:
Internet Port
Speed:
Multicast
streams:
Advanced Network Settings
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Change Password
Remote Management
Enter a new password for the Administrator Login Name. The
administrator can make changes to the settings.
Enter the new password for the User login. If you login as
the User, you can only see the settings, but cannot change
them.
Enter a name for the DIR-655 router.
Remote management allows the DIR-655 to be configured
from the Internet by a web browser. A username and
password is still required to access the Web-Management
interface. In general, only a member of your network can
browse the built-in web pages to perform Administrator tasks.
This feature enables you to perform Administrator tasks from
the remote (Internet) host.
The port number used to access the DIR-655.
Example: http://x.x.x.x:8080 whereas x.x.x.x is the Internet
IP address of the DIR-655 and 8080 is the port used for the
Web Management interface.
This section will list any rules that are created. You may click
the Edit icon to change the settings or enable/disable the
rule, or click the Delete icon to remove the rule.
Admin Password:
User Password:
Gateway Name:
Remote
Management:
Remote Admin
Port:
Inbound Filter:
Administrator Settings
This page will allow you to change the Administrator and User passwords. You can also enable Remote Management.
There are two accounts that can access the management interface through the web browser. The accounts are admin
and user. Admin has read/write access while user has read-only access. User can only view the settings but cannot
make any changes. Only the admin account has the ability to change both admin and user account passwords.
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Time Settings
Select the Time Zone from the drop-down
menu.
To select Daylight Saving time manually, select
enabled or disabled, and enter a start date and
an end date for daylight saving time.
NTP is short for Network Time Protocol. NTP
synchronizes computer clock times in a network
of computers. Check this box to use a NTP
server. This will only connect to a server on the
Internet, not a local server.
Enter the NTP server or select one from the
drop-down menu.
To manually input the time, enter the values
in these fields for the Year, Month, Day, Hour,
Minute, and Second and then click Set Time.
You can also click Copy Your Computer’s Time
Settings.
Time Zone:
Daylight Saving:
Enable NTP
Server:
NTP Server Used:
Manual:
The Time Configuration option allows you to configure, update, and maintain the correct time on the internal system
clock. From this section you can set the time zone that you are in and set the Time Server. Daylight Saving can also
be configured to automatically adjust the time when needed.
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SysLog
The Broadband Router keeps a running log of events and activities occurring on the Router. You may send these logs
to a SysLog server on your network.
Enable Logging to
SysLog Server:
SysLog Server IP
Address:
Check this box to send the router logs to a
SysLog Server.
The address of the SysLog server that will be
used to send the logs. You may also select
your computer from the drop-down menu (only
if receiving an IP address from the router via
DHCP).
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Email Settings
The Email feature can be used to send the system log files, router alert messages, and firmware update notification
to your email address.
Enable Email
Notification:
From Email
Address:
To Email Address:
SMTP Server
Address:
Enable
Authentication:
Account Name:
Password:
On Log Full:
On Schedule:
Schedule:
When this option is enabled, router activity logs
are e-mailed to a designated email address.
This email address will appear as the sender
when you receive a log file or firmware upgrade
notification via email.
Enter the email address where you want the
email sent.
Enter the SMTP server address for sending email.
If your SMTP server requires authentication,
select this option.
Check this box if your SMTP server requires
authentication.
Enter your account for sending email.
Enter the password associated with the account.
Re-type the password associated with the
account.
When this option is selected, logs will be sent
via email when the log is full.
Selecting this option will send the logs via email
according to schedule.
This option is enabled when On Schedule is selected. You can select a schedule from the list of defined schedules. To create
a schedule, go to Tools > Schedules.