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User Manual
Wireless N 300 Router
DIR-611
Preface
D-Link reserves the right to revise this publication and to make changes in the content hereof without obligation to notify any
person or organization of such revisions or changes.
Manual Revisions
Revision
Date
1.0
02 June, 2016
Description
DIR-611 Revision T1
Trademarks
D-Link and the D-Link logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of D-Link Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United
States or other countries. All other company or product names mentioned herein are trademarks or registered trademarks of
their respective companies.
Copyright © 2016 by D-Link Systems, Inc.
All rights reserved. This publication may not be reproduced, in whole or in part, without prior expressed written permission
from D-Link Systems, Inc.
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
Preface.................................................................................. i
Manual Revisions............................................................................ i
Trademarks....................................................................................... i
Product Overview............................................................... 1
Package Contents.......................................................................... 1
System Requirements.................................................................. 2
Features............................................................................................. 3
Hardware Overview...................................................................... 4
Connections............................................................................ 4
LEDs............................................................................................ 5
Installation.......................................................................... 6
Before You Begin............................................................................ 6
Wireless Installation Considerations....................................... 7
Connect to Cable/DSL/Satellite Modem............................... 8
Connect to Another Router....................................................... 9
Getting Started.............................................................................11
Configuration....................................................................12
Web-based Configuration Utility...........................................12
Setup................................................................................................13
Wizard......................................................................................13
Local Network.......................................................................17
LAN Interface Setup.......................................................18
DHCP Server Settings....................................................19
DHCP Static IP Configuration.....................................20
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Setup................................................................................................21
Internet Setup.......................................................................21
IPv6......................................................................................23
Wireless...........................................................................................33
Wireless Basics......................................................................33
Wi-Fi Protected (WPS) Setup...........................................35
Advanced Wireless..............................................................36
Wireless Repeater................................................................38
Advanced.......................................................................................40
Access Control List..............................................................40
Port Triggering......................................................................41
DMZ..........................................................................................42
URL Block................................................................................43
Dynamic DNS........................................................................44
Traffic Control........................................................................45
UPnP.........................................................................................47
Virtual Server.........................................................................48
IPv6 Routing..........................................................................50
Maintenance.................................................................................51
Reboot.....................................................................................51
Firmware Upgrade...............................................................52
Backup/Restore....................................................................53
Admin......................................................................................54
Time and Date.......................................................................55
Status...............................................................................................56
Device Info.............................................................................56
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Active Client Table...............................................................57
Statistics..................................................................................58
IPv6...........................................................................................59
IPv6 Routing Table...............................................................60
Help..................................................................................................61
Wireless Security..............................................................62
What is WPA?.................................................................................62
Connect to a Wireless Network........................................63
Using Windows® 7.......................................................................63
Configure WPS......................................................................66
Using Windows Vista® ...............................................................70
Configure Wireless Security.............................................71
Using Windows® XP.....................................................................73
Configure WPA-PSK.............................................................74
Troubleshooting...............................................................76
Wireless Basics..................................................................80
What is Wireless?..........................................................................81
Tips....................................................................................................83
Wireless Modes.............................................................................84
Networking Basics............................................................85
Check your IP address................................................................85
Statically Assign an IP address................................................86
Technical Specifications...................................................87
Safety Statements............................................................88
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Section 1 - Product Overview
Product
PackageOverview
Contents
DIR-611 Wireless N 300 Router
Power Adapter
Quick Install Guide
Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage rating than the one included with the DIR-611 will cause damage and void the warranty
for this product.
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System Requirements
Network Requirements
• An Ethernet-based Cable or DSL modem
• IEEE 802.11n or 802.11g wireless clients
• 10/100 Ethernet
Computer with the following:
• Windows®, Macintosh, or Linux-based operating system
• An installed Ethernet adapter
Web-based Configuration Utility
Requirements
Browser Requirements:
• Internet Explorer 6 or higher
• Firefox 3.0 or higher
• Safari 3.0 or higher
• Chrome 2.0 or higher
Windows® Users: Make sure you have the latest version of Java
installed. Visit www.java.com to download the latest version.
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Features
• Faster Wireless Networking - The DIR-611 provides wireless connection of up to 300Mbps* for 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.
• Compatible with 802.11b and 802.11g Devices - The DIR-611 is fully compatible with the IEEE 802.11b and IEEE
802.11g standard, so it can connect with existing 802.11b and IEEE 802.11g 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 URL.
• Secure Multiple/Concurrent Sessions - The DIR-611 can pass through VPN sessions. It supports
multiple and concurrent PPTP sessions, so users behind the DIR-611 can securely access corporate
networks.
• User-friendly Setup Wizard - Through its easy-to-use Web-based user interface, the DIR-611 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.
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Hardware Overview
Connections
LAN Ports (1-2)
Internet Port
Power Receptor
Reset
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Connect Ethernet devices such as computers, switches, and hubs.
Connect your DSL, cable modem or other Internet connection here to provide Internet
connectivity to the router.
Receptor for the supplied power adapter.
Pressing the Reset button restores the router to its original factory default settings.
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Hardware Overview
LEDs
1 2 3
Power LED
Wireless LED
Internet
LAN
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A solid green light indicates a proper connection to the power supply.
A solid light indicates that the wireless segment is ready. This LED blinks during wireless
data transmission.
A solid light indicates connection on the WAN port.
This LED blinks during wireless data transmission.
A solid light indicates connection on the LAN port.
This LED blinks during wireless data transmission.
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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.
Before You Begin
• Please configure the router with the computer that was last connected directly to your modem.
• 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.
• When running the Setup Wizard, make sure the computer is connected to the Internet and online or the wizard
will not work. If you have disconnected any hardware, re-connect your computer back to the modem and make
sure you are online.
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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 2.4 GHz 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 2.4
GHz 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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Connect to Cable/DSL/Satellite Modem
If you are connecting the router to a cable/DSL/satellite modem, please follow the steps below:
1. Place the router in an open and central location. Do not plug the power adapter into the router.
2. Unplug the modem’s power adapter. Shut down your computer.
3. Unplug the Ethernet cable (that connects your computer to your modem) from your computer and place it into
the Internet port on the router.
4. Plug an Ethernet cable into one of the four LAN ports on the router. Plug the other end into the Ethernet port
on your computer.
5. Plug in your modem. Wait for the modem to boot (about 30 seconds).
6. Plug the power adapter to the router and connect to an outlet or power strip.
7. Use the power switch to power on the router. Wait about 30 seconds for the router to boot.
8. Turn on your computer.
9. Refer to “Getting Started” on page 11 to configure your router.
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Connect to Another Router
If you are connecting the D-Link router to another router to use as a wireless access point and/or switch, you will have to do
the following before connecting the router to your network:
• Disable UPnP™
• Disable DHCP
• Change the LAN IP address to an available address on your network. The LAN ports on the router cannot accept
a DHCP address from your other router.
To connect to another router, please follow the steps below:
1. Plug the power into the router and use the power switch to power up the router. Connect one of your computers to the
router (LAN port) using an Ethernet cable. Make sure your IP address on the computer is 192.168.0.xxx (where xxx is between
2 and 254). Please see the Networking Basics section for more information. If you need to change the settings, write down
your existing settings before making any changes. In most cases, your computer should be set to receive an IP address
automatically in which case you will not have to do anything to your computer.
2. Open a web browser and enter http://192.168.0.1 and press Enter. When the login window appears, set the user name to
Admin and leave the password box empty. Click Log In to continue.
3. Click on Advanced and then click UPnP. Uncheck the Enable checkbox. Click Apply Changes to continue.
4. Click Setup and then click Local Network. Under DHCP Server Settings, select None in the DHCP Mode pulldown menu.
Click Apply Changes to continue.
5. Remaining in Local Network, go to LAN Interface Setup and enter an available IP address and the subnet mask of your
network. Click Apply Changes to save your settings. Use this new IP address to access the configuration utility of the router
in the future. Close the browser and change your computer’s IP settings back to the original values as in Step 1.
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6. Disconnect the Ethernet cable from the router and reconnect your computer to your network.
7. Connect an Ethernet cable in one of the LAN ports of the router and connect it to your other router. Do not plug anything
into the Internet (WAN) port of the D-Link router.
8. You may now use the other 3 LAN ports to connect other Ethernet devices and computers. To configure your wireless
network, open a web browser and enter the IP address you assigned to the router. Refer to the Configuration and Wireless
Security sections for more information on setting up your wireless network.
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Getting Started
The DIR-611 will run a Setup Wizard when you first use it. Follow the simple steps below to run the Setup Wizard to guide you
quickly through the installation process.
Select your WAN network type, then enter your wireless SSID and key.
Click the Save and Connect button when you are finished.
Note: It is recommended to write down the SSID and security key, followed by the login password.
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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
(192.168.11.1).
Enter Admin in the User Name field. Leave the password blank
as the default password.
If you get a Page Cannot be Displayed error, please refer to the
Troubleshooting section for assistance.
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Setup
Wizard
You can configure your WAN network connection using a wizard
or manually. Click Next to use the Setup Wizard, or click Manual
to configure the WAN connection manually, which will take
you to the Setup > Internet Setup page. Setup Wizard will be
explained in the next pages and Internet Setup will be explained
in the Internet Setup section.
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Select the connection type for your WAN and click Next to
continue.
If you selected PPPoE, enter your PPPoE username and password
twice and click Next to continue. Click the Account Validate
button to validate the account.
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If you selected Static IP, enter your IP address, Subnet Mask,
Default Gateway, Primary DNS, and Secondary DNS, and click
Next to continue.
You can also configure the wireless network and security
settings. If you prefer not to, click Disable the wireless radio.
Click Next to continue.
SSID: Enter the SSID name.
Channel: Use the dropdown menu to select the wireless channel.
Mode: Use the dropdown menu to specify the wireless mode
Channel Width: Use the dropdown menu to select the channel
bandwidth. If you selected the 802.11n, 802.11 b/g, or
802.11 b/g/n wireless modes, the available options are
20 MHz and 20/40MHz. For the others, 20MHz is the
only option.
Disable You can also choose to not use security by selecting
Security: this, but this is not recommended.
WPA/WPA2- If you select this, enter a passkey in the box below the
Personal: field.
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Click Finish to complete the setup process. When the router
has finished saving, the Status > Device Info window will open.
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Local Network
This section will allow you to change the local network settings of the router and to configure the DHCP settings.
LAN Use this section to configure the Router’s local network
Interface: settings.
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DHCP Server Use this section to configure the DIR-611’s built-in DHCP
Settings: server settings.
DHCP Use this section to add a new DHCP Static IP configuration.
Static IP
Configuration:
DHCP Static Displays information about the devices that have a static
IP Table: DHCP assigned from the DIR-611. The information includes
the IP Address and MAC Address. You can delete or edit an
existing Static IP configuration in the table.
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Local Network
LAN Interface Setup
IP Address: 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.
Default Subnet Enter the Subnet Mask. The default subnet mask is
Mask: 255.255.255.0.
Click the Apply Changes button to save any changes made.
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Local Network
DHCP Server Settings
DHCP stands for Dynamic Host Control Protocol. The DIR-611 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-611. 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.
DHCP Mode: Choose the DHCP Server option in the pulldown menu
to enable the DHCP server on your router. Choose None
to disable this function.
IP Pool Range: 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.
Max Lease Time: The maximum length of time for the IP address lease. Enter the Lease time in minutes.
Domain Name: Enter the domain name.
DNS Server 1: Enter the IP address of the first DNS Server.
DNS Server 2: Enter the IP address of the second DNS Server, if there is one.
DNS Server 3: Enter the IP address of the third DNS Server, if there is one.
When you have finished configuring the new DHCP Server Settings, click the Apply Changes button.
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Local Network
DHCP Static IP Configuration
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.
IP Address: Enter the IP address you want to assign to the computer
or device. This IP Address must be within the DHCP IP
Address Range.
MAC Address: Enter the MAC address of the computer or device.
When you have finished configuring the new DHCP Reservation, click the Add button to activate your reservation. It will then
be displayed in the DHCP Static IP Table below.
The DHCP Static IP Table displays the IP reservations that have been created. To make any changes, select a reservation in the
table by clicking the circle next to it and click Update. To delete a reservation, select a reservation and click Delete Selected.
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Setup
Internet Setup
This section allows you to manually configure your Router’s Internet WAN settings.
WAN Access Select the WAN interface type.
Type:
If you choose DHCP Client, please configure the
following fields:
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Host Name: Enter the host name of the router.
MTU Size: Enter the MTU size.
Attain DNS Click this if the DNS is to be obtained automatically.
Automatically:
Set DNS Click this to specify a DNS Server. You can enter up to three
Manually: DNS servers.
MAC Clone Select the default MAC address, the PC’s, or enter it
manually.
When you have finished configuring the WAN settings, click the Apply Changes button.
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If you choose Static IP, please configure the following fields;
IP Address: Enter the IP address of the router.
Subnet Mask: Enter the subnet mask.
Default Enter the default gateway.
Gateway:
MTU Size: Enter the MTU size.
DNS Server 1, Enter up to three DNS Server IP addresses.
2, 3:
When you have finished configuring the WAN settings, click the Apply Changes button.
If you choose PPPoE, please configure the following fields:
User Name: Enter a user name.
Password: Enter a password.
Service Name: Enter the PPPoE Server name. This is optional.
MTU Size: Enter the MTU size.
Connection Select the Connection Type.
Type:
Attain DNS Click this if the DNS is to be obtained automatically.
Automatically:
Set DNS Click this to specify a DNS Server. You can enter up to three DNS servers.
Manually:
When you have finished configuring the WAN settings, click the Apply Changes button.
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IPv6
There are several connection types to choose from: Auto Detection, Static IPv6, Autoconfiguration (SLAAC/DHCPv6), PPPoE, IPv6 in IPv4 Tunnel,
6to4, 6rd, and Link-local. If you are unsure of your connection method, please contact your IPv6 Internet Service Provider.
Note: If using the PPPoE option, you will need to ensure that any PPPoE client software on your computers has been removed or disabled.
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Static IPv6
My IPv6 Select Static IPv6 from the drop-down menu.
Connection Is:
lPv6 Address: Enter the address settings supplied by your Internet provider (ISP).
Subnet Prefix
Length: Enter a subnet prefix length.
Default Gateway: Enter the default gateway for your IPv6 connection.
Primary/
Secondary IPv6 Enter the primary and secondary DNS server addresses.
DNS Servers:
LAN IPv6 Address: Enter the LAN (local) IPv6 address for the router.
LAN Link-Local Displays the router’s LAN Link-Local Address.
Address:
Enable Automatic Check to enable the Autoconfiguration feature.
IPv6 Address
Assignment:
Autoconfiguration Choose either Stateful DHCPv6 or SLAAC + Stateless DHCPv6
Type: from the drop-down menu.
IPv6 Address Enter the IPv6 Address Lifetime (in minutes).
Lifetime:
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PPPoE
My IPv6 Select PPPoE from the drop-down menu.
Connection Is:
User Name: Enter your PPPoE user name.
Password: Enter your PPPoE password and retype the password in the next
box.
Service Name:
Enter the ISP Service Name (optional).
Connection Type:
Select either Continuous, Connect on Demand, or Manual.
Idle Time:
Enter a maximum idle time during which the Internet connection
is maintained during inactivity.
MTU:
Maximum Transmission Unit - you may need to change the MTU for
optimal performance with your specific ISP. 1492 is the default MTU.
IPv6 DNS Settings:
Select either Obtain DNS server address automatically or Use
the following DNS Address.
Primary/Secondary
DNS Address: Enter the primary and secondary DNS server addresses.
Enable DHCP-PD:
Check this box to enable DHCP prefix delegation for each LAN on the network.
LAN IPv6 Address: Enter the LAN (local) IPv6 address for the router.
LAN Link-Local Displays the router’s LAN Link-Local Address.
Address:
Enable Automatic Check to enable the Automatic IPv6 Address Assignment feature.
IPv6 Address
Assignment:
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Enable Automatic Check this box to enable automatica configuration of the DHCP
DHCP-PD in LAN: prefix delegation for each LAN on the network.
Autoconfiguration Select Stateful (DHCPv6) or SLAAC + Stateless DHCPv6.
Type:
IPv6 Address Enter the IPv6 Address Lifetime (in minutes).
Lifetime:
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IPv6 in IPv4 Tunneling
My IPv6 Select IPv6 in IPv4 Tunnel from the drop-down menu.
Connection Is:
Remote IPv4 Enter the IPv4 remote address you will use.
Address:
Remote IPv6 Enter the IPv6 remote address you will use.
Address:
Local IPv4 Address: Enter the IPv4 local address you will use.
Local IPv6 Address: Enter the IPv6 local address you will use.
Primary/Secondary Enter the primary and secondary DNS server addresses.
DNS Address:
LAN IPv6 Address: Enter the LAN (local) IPv6 address for the router.
LAN IPv6 Lin-Local Displays the router’s LAN Link-Local Address.
Address:
Enable Automatic Check to enable the Automatic IPv6 Address Assignment feature.
IPv6 Address
Assignment:
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Autoconfiguration Select Stateful (DHCPv6) or SLAAC + Stateless DHCPv6.
Type:
IPv6 Address Enter the Router Advertisement Lifetime (in minutes).
Lifetime:
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6to4
My IPv6 Select 6to4 from the drop-down menu.
Connection Is:
6to4 Address: Enter the IPv6 settings supplied by your ISP.
6to4 Relay: Enter the IPv6 relay supplied by your ISP.
Primary/Secondary Enter the primary and secondary DNS server addresses.
DNS Address:
LAN IPv6 Address: Enter the LAN (local) IPv6 address for the router.
LAN IPv6 Link-Local Displays the Router’s LAN Link-Local Address.
Address:
Enable Automatic Check to enable the Automatic IPv6 Address Assignment feature.
IPv6 Address
Assignment:
Autoconfiguration Select Stateful (DHCPv6) or SLAAC + Stateless DHCPv6.
Type:
IPv6 Address
Lifetime: Enter the IPv6 Address Lifetime (in minutes).
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6rd
My IPv6 Select 6rd from the drop-down menu.
Connection Is:
6rd Mode: Choose the 6rd DHCPv4 Option to automatically discover and
populate the data values, or Manual Configuration to enter the
settings yourself.
6rd IPv6 Prefix: Enter the 6rd IPv6 prefix settings supplied by your ISP.
IPv4 Address: You IPv4 address will appear here.
Mask Length: Enter the desired IPv4 mask length.
6rd Relay: Enter the 6rd Border Relay IPv4 address settings supplied by your
ISP.
Primary/ Enter the primary and secondary DNS server addresses.
Secondary DNS
Address:
LAN IPv6 Address: Enter the LAN (local) IPv6 address for the router.
LAN IPv6 Link- Displays the Router’s LAN Link-Local Address.
Local Address:
Enable Automatic Check to enable the Automatic IPv6 Address Assignment feature.
IPv6 Address
Assignment:
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Autoconfiguration Select Stateful (DHCPv6) or SLAAC + Stateless DHCPv6.
Type:
IPv6 Address
Lifetime: Enter the IPv6 Address Lifetime (in minutes).
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Link-Local Connectivity
My IPv6 Select Link-Local Only from the drop-down menu.
Connection Is:
LAN IPv6 Address Displays the IPv6 address of the router.
Settings:
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Wireless
Wireless Basics
This page allows you to configure the wireless LAN settings. You can also configure the wireless encryption and wireless network
parameters.
Enable SSID Enable SSID broadcast if you want the router to transmit
Broadcast: its SSID publicly so other wireless devices can discover it.
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Enable Wireless Enable wireless isolation to prevent connected wireless
Isolation: devices from connecting to other wireless devices that
are also connected to the router.
Name (SSID): Enter the SSID name of the router.
Mode: Use the dropdown menu to specify the wireless mode.
Channel: Use the dropdown menu to select the wireless channel.
Band Width: Use the dropdown menu to select the channel bandwidth.
If you selected the 802.11n, 802.11 b/g, or 802.11 b/g/n
wireless modes, the available options are 20 MHz and
20/40MHz. For the others, 20MHz is the only option.
Max Select the maximum transmission rate for the wireless
Transmission network.
Rate:
Security Select a wireless security encryption option. You can also
Options: choose to not use one by selecting None, but this is not
recommended.
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If you select WEP as the security option, the following settings below will appear.
Authentication Select the authentication type.
Type:
Encryption Select the encryption strength.
Strength:
Security Select up to four WEP keys.
Encryption
(WEP) Key:
If you have selected any WPA option, the following
setting will appear.
Pre-shared Enter a pre-shared key.
Key:
Click the Apply button to save any changes made.
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Wi-Fi Protected (WPS) Setup
Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) System is a simplified method for securing your wireless network during the “Initial setup” as well
as the “Add New Device” processes. The Wi-Fi Alliance (WFA) has certified it across different products as well as manufacturers.
The process is just as easy, as pressing a button for the Push-Button Method or correctly entering the 8-digit code for the PinCode Method. The time reduction in setup and ease of use are quite beneficial, while the highest wireless security setting of
WPA2 is automatically used.
Click the Next button to enter the WPS Setup wizard.
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Select: Enter the PIN for the wireless NIC and click Start PIN. If successful, you will then be taken to another screen and a message will tell
you to run WPS in the client device within 2 minutes.
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Advanced Wireless
Enable Wireless: Enable wireless on your network.
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Fragment The fragmentation threshold, which is specified in bytes,
Threshold (256- determines whether packets will be fragmented. Packets
2346): exceeding the 2346 byte setting will be fragmented
before transmission. 2346 is the default setting.
RTS Threshold (1- This value should remain at its default setting of 2346.
2347): If inconsistent data flow is a problem, only a minor
modification should be made.
Preamble Type: Set the transmit power of the antennas in pecentage.
Radio Power: Use the dropdown menu to specify whether the Router
should use the Short Preamble or Long Preamble type.
The preamble type defines the length of the CRC (Cyclic
Redundancy Check) block for communication between
the Router and roaming wireless adapters.
HT20/40 Use the radio buttons to enable or disable HT20/40
Coexistence: Coexistence.
Click the Apply Changes button to save any changes made.
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WPS Setup
PIN of the router: The WPS PIN will be displayed here.
Enable WPS: Check the box to enable WPS.
Disable PIN: Check to disable WPS PIN.
Keep current Check to keep the current configuration.
configuration:
Access Control List
Click the ACL Setup button to edit the ACL (Access Control List). This takes you to the screen below.
Enable Wireless Click to enable Wireless Access Control Mode. In this
Access Control mode, only listed wireless devices will be allowed to
Mode: connect to the wireless network.
Click the Apply button when you are done.
MAC Address: Enter the MAC Address of a device you wish to allow
access for to the WLAN.
Click the Add button when you are done. This will add
the device’s MAC Address to the table above.
Click the Delete button and the button in the Select field to delete the device.
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Wireless Repeater
This page allows you to configure wireless repeater settings for the DIR-611.
Repeater Enabled: Enable wireless on your network.
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SSID of AP: Click the Site Survey button to enable the router to
search for nearby wireless networks. This will take
about 30 seconds.
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A list of wireless networks that have been found will then appear. Select a network and click the Next button to move to the
next step.
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You can then set up wireless security for the network.
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If you select WEP as the security option, the following
settings below will appear.
Authentication Select the authentication type.
Type:
Encryption Select the encryption strength.
Strength:
Security Select up to four WEP keys.
Encryption
(WEP) Key:
If you have selected any WPA option, the following setting will appear.
Pre-shared Enter a pre-shared key.
Key:
Click the Apply button to save any changes made. You will be taken to the next page.
You can then set up wireless security for the network.
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IP Address: Enter the IP address.
Subnet Mask: Enter the subnet mask.
Click the Finish button to save the configuration.
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Advanced
Access Control List
This page allows you to set up an Access Control List to restrict the types of data packets that can enter the network from the
Internet.
WAN Setting: Use the pulldown menu to select either WAN or
IP Address.
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IP Address: This option will only be seen if you have selected
IP Address above. Enter the IP address range.
Services Allowed: Select the type of Internet service from which packets
can be allowed into the network.
Click the Add button to save and add these settings to the Current ACL table.
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Port Triggering
This page allows you to enable port triggering to specify inbound traffic to be sent to specific ports while other ports are in
use for outbound traffic.
NAT Port Trigger: Enable or disable the Nat Port Trigger.
Click the Apply Changes button to save any changes made.
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Usual Application Select an application from the pulldown list.
Name:
User-defined Enter the name of an application.
Application Name:
Start Match Port: Enter a start match port.
End Match Port: Enter a end match port.
Trigger Protocol: Select a protocol from the pulldown menu.
Start Relate Port: Enter a start relate port.
End Relate Port: Enter an end relate port.
Open Protocol: Select a protocol from the pulldown menu.
Nat Type: Select whether it will be outgoing or incoming.
Click the Apply Changes button to save any changes made.
The application will then be added to the Current Portrigger Table. Click the Delete button in the Action field for an application
type if you wish to delete it.
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DMZ
Sometimes you may want a computer exposed to the outside world for certain types of applications. If you choose to expose
a computer, you can enable the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ). This option will expose the chosen computer completely to the
outside world.
Enable DMZ: Check the box to enable the DMZ function.
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DMZ Host IP Enter the IP address of the machine that you wish to place
Address: in the DMZ. If the machine receives an IP address from the
DHCP server, you should create a static DHCP reservation to
ensure that the machine always receives the same address
from the DHCP server.
Click Apply Changes to save the current configuration.
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URL Block
This page allows you to block specific websites or keywords in order to prevent network clients from accessing them.
URL Blocking Enable or disable URL Blocking.
Capability:
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Click the Apply Changes button to save any changes made.
Keyword: Type a keyword or a URL site that you want to prevent network users from accessing.
Click the Add Keyword button to save any changes made.
The keyword will then be added to the URL Blocking Table below. To delete a keyword, select the keyword in the table and
click the Delete Selected Keyword button.
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Dynamic DNS
The DDNS (Dynamic Domain Name System) feature allows you to host a server (Web, FTP, Game Server) using a domain name
that you have purchased (www.whateveryournameis.com) with your dynamically assigned IP address. Most broadband Internet
Service Providers assign dynamic (changing) IP addresses. Using a DDNS service provider, your friends can enter your domain
name to connect to your server no matter what your IP address is.
Enable: Check the box to enable DDNS.
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DDNS Provider: Choose your DDNS provider from the dropdown
menu.
Host Name: Enter the Host Name that you registered with
your DDNS service provider.
Username: Enter the Username for your DDNS account.
Password: Enter the Password for your DDNS account.
Click the Add button to save any changes made. The DDNS Configuration will then be added to the Dynamic DDNS Table
below. To delete an existing DDNS Configuration, select a configuration in the table and click the Remove button.
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Traffic Control
This page allows you to configure traffic bandwidth and rules for network traffic.
Total Bandwidth Enter the total bandwidth.
(0, Unlimited):
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Shaping:
QoS Rules
Click the Add button once to view the QoS Rules settings.
Protocol: Select the data protocol which you want to set a QoS rule for.
Source IP: Enter the source IP.
Dest IP: Enter the destination IP.
Source Port: Enter the source port number if applicable. This box will be greyed out for certain protocols.
Up Floor: Enter the minimum upload speed.
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Down Floor: Enter the minimum download speed.
Source Netmask: Enter the source netmask.
Dest Netmask: Enter the destination netmask.
Dest Port: Enter the destination port.
Up Ceiling: Enter the maximum upload speed.
Down Ceiling: Enter maximum download speed.
Click the Add button to save any changes made. The QoS Rule will then be added to the QoS Rules Table. To delete an existing
QoS Rule, select it in the QoS rules Table and click the Delete button.
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UPnP
This page allows you to enable the Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) feature.
UPnP: Click Enable to use the UPnP feature. UPNP
provides compatibility with networking
equipment, software and peripherals.
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Click the Apply Changes button to save any changes made.
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Virtual Server
The DIR-611 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-611 firewall feature filters out unrecognized packets to protect your LAN network so all computers networked with
the DIR-611 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-611 redirects the external service request to
the appropriate server within the LAN network.
The DIR-611 is also capable of port-redirection, meaning that incoming traffic to a particular port may be redirected to a
different port on the server computer.
For a list of ports for common applications, please visit http://support.dlink.com/faq/view.asp?prod_id=1191.
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The Virtual Server page allows you to open a single port. If you would like to open a range of ports, refer to the next page.
Usual Service Select an application from the drop-down menu or
Name: type a name in the next field.
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User-defined Enter a service name.
Service Name:
Protocol: Select TCP or UDP from the Protocol drop-down menu.
WAN Port: Enter the WAN port number.
LAN Open Port: Enter the LAN Open port number.
LAN IP Address: Enter the IP address of the computer on your local
network that you want to allow the incoming service to.
Click the Apply Changes button to save any changes made. The virtual server will then be added to the Current Virtual Server
Forwarding Table below. To delete or disable a virtual server, click the Delete or Disable buttons in the Action field of the
virtual server in the table.
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IPv6 Routing
This page allows you to specify custom routes that determine how data is moved around your network.
Destination/ This is the IP address of the router used to reach the specified
Prefix Length: destination or enter the IPv6 address prefix length of the packets
that will take this route.
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Interface: Use the drop-down menu to specify if the IP packet must use
the ethernet or any interface to transit out of the router.
Click Add Route to save the current configuration.
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Maintenance
Reboot
This page allows you to reboot your system with the current setting or reset it to the factory default setting.
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Click the Reboot button to reboot the system. To reset the system to the factory default setting, click the Reset button.
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Firmware Upgrade
This page allows you to upgrade the firmware of the Router. If you plan to install new firmware, make sure the firmware you
want to use is on the local hard drive of the computer. Please check the D-Link support site for firmware updates at http://
support.dlink.com. You can download firmware upgrades to your hard drive from the D-Link support site.
Choose File: After you have downloaded the new firmware, click
Browse to locate the firmware update on your hard
drive.
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Click the Upload button to upload a file to the router after you have selected it, or click the Reset button to cancel the selection.
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Backup/Restore
This page allows you to save the router’s current configuration file onto your computer’s hard drive or load a saved file from
your hard drive.
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Click the Save button to download the current configuration settings as a file onto your hard drive.
To load a previously saved settings file, click the Choose File button to locate the file on your hard drive, then click the Upload
button.
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Admin
This page allows you to add a user account to the router’s Web server. You can also delete or modify existing accounts.
User Name: Enter a username.
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Privilege: The user has Root privilege.
Old Password: Enter the current password of the account.
New Password: Enter the new password for the account.
Confirm Password: Retype the new password.
Click the Add button to save any changes made. The user account will also be added to the User Account Table below. To
modify an existing user account, click the Select tab next to the user account in the table, edit the user settings you wish to
change, and then click the Modify button.
To delete an existing account, click the Select tab next to the user account in the table and then click the Delete button.
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Time and Date
This page allows you to edit the system time and Network Time Protocol (NTP). You can configure, update, and maintain the
correct time on the system clock, and configure Daylight Saving.
System Time: Enter the correct year, month, day, and time.
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Daylight Saving Select the daylight saving offset if Daylight Saving time
Offset: will be used.
Click the Apply Changes button to save the changes
and apply them.
State: Select Enable to enable the NTP server.
Server: Enter the name of the NTP server.
Server2: Enter the name of the second NTP server.
Interval: Enter the time period that you want the NTP server to
synchronize time with the devices on the network. The
default value is one hour.
Time Zone: Select the time zone you are in from the pulldown menu.
GMT Time: This shows the current GMT (Greenwich Mean Time) time.
Click the Apply Changes button to save any changes made.
To start the NTP, click the Get GMT Time button to obtain the GMT time.
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Status
Device Info
This page displays the current status and basic settings of the router.
System: Displays the router’s time and firmware version.
LAN Displays the MAC address and the private (local) IP
Configuration: settings for the router.
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WLAN Displays the wireless MAC address and your wireless
Configuration: settings such as SSID and Channel.
WAN Displays the MAC address and the public IP settings for
Configuration: the router.
Click the Refresh button to view the most current information.
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Active Client Table
This page displays lists of all wired and wireless clients. The IP address and MAC address of each client is displayed in the tables.
Active Wired Client This table displays all active wired clients.
Table:
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Active Wireless This table displays all active wireless clients.
Client Table:
Click the Save Settings button to save any changes made.
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Statistics
This page displays the statistics for packets that have been transmitted and received on the network on the router’s WAN and
LAN ports, and wireless bands.
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IPv6
The IPv6 page displays a summary of the Router’s IPv6 settings and lists the IPv6 address and host name of any IPv6 clients.
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IPv6 Routing Table
This page displays the IPV6 routing details configured for your router.
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Help
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Wireless Security
This section will show you the different levels of security you can use to protect your data from intruders. The
DIR-611 offers the following types of security:
• WPA2 (Wi-Fi Protected Access 2) 		
• WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access)			
• WPA2-PSK (Pre-Shared Key)
• WPA-PSK (Pre-Shared Key)
What is WPA?
WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access), is a Wi-Fi standard that was designed to improve the security features of WEP (Wired Equivalent
Privacy).
The 2 major improvements over WEP:
• Improved data encryption through the Temporal Key Integrity Protocol (TKIP). TKIP scrambles the keys using a
hashing algorithm and, by adding an integrity-checking feature, ensures that the keys haven’t been tampered
with. WPA2 is based on 802.11i and uses Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) instead of TKIP.
• User authentication, which is generally missing in WEP, through the extensible authentication protocol (EAP).
WEP regulates access to a wireless network based on a computer’s hardware-specific MAC address, which is
relatively simple to be sniffed out and stolen. EAP is built on a more secure public-key encryption system to
ensure that only authorized network users can access the network.
WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK uses a passphrase or key to authenticate your wireless connection. The key is an alpha-numeric password
between 8 and 63 characters long. The password can include symbols (!?*&_) and spaces. This key must be the exact same key
entered on your wireless router or access point.
WPA/WPA2 incorporates user authentication through the Extensible Authentication Protocol (EAP). EAP is built on a more
secure public key encryption system to ensure that only authorized network users can access the network.
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Connect to a Wireless Network
Using Windows® 7
It is recommended to enable wireless security (WPA/WPA2) on your wireless router or access point before configuring your
wireless adapter. If you are joining an existing network, you will need to know the security key or passphrase being used.
1. Click on the wireless icon in your system tray (lower-right corner).
Wireless Icon
2. The utility will display any available wireless networks in your area.
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3. Highlight the wireless network (SSID) you would like to connect to
and click the Connect button.
If you get a good signal but cannot access the Internet, check your
TCP/IP settings for your wireless adapter. Refer to the Networking
Basics section in this manual for more information.
4. The following window appears while your computer tries to
connect to the router.
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5. Enter the same security key or passphrase that is on your router
and click Connect. You can also connect by pushing the WPS
button on the router.
It may take 20-30 seconds to connect to the wireless network. If the
connection fails, please verify that the security settings are correct.
The key or passphrase must be exactly the same as on the wireless
router.
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Configure WPS
The WPS feature of the router can be configured using Windows® 7. Carry out the following steps to use Windows® 7 to configure
the WPS feature of the router:
1. Click the Start button and select Computer from the Start
menu.
2. Click the Network option.
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3. Double-click the DIR-611.
4. Input the WPS PIN number (on the Router label) or in the Setup
> Wireless Setup menu in the Router’s Web UI and click Next.
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5. Type a name to identify the network.
6. To configure advanced settings, click the
icon.
Click Next to continue.
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7. The following window appears while the Router is being
configured.
Wait for the configuration to complete.
8. The following window informs you that WPS on the DIR-611 has
been setup successfully.
Make a note of the security key as you may need to provide this
security key if adding an older wireless device to the network in
the future.
9. Click Close to complete WPS setup.
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Using Windows Vista®
Windows Vista® users may use the built-in wireless utility. If you are using another company’s utility or Windows® 2000, please
refer to the user manual of your wireless adapter for help with connecting to a wireless network. Most utilities will have a “site
survey” option similar to the Windows Vista® utility as seen below.
If you receive the Wireless Networks Detected bubble, click on the
center of the bubble to access the utility.
					or
Right-click on the wireless computer icon in your system tray
(lower‑right corner next to the time). Select Connect to a network.
The utility will display any available wireless networks in your area.
Click on a network (displayed using the SSID) and click the Connect
button.
If you get a good signal but cannot access the Internet, check you
TCP/IP settings for your wireless adapter. Refer to the Networking
Basics section in this manual for more information.
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Configure Wireless Security
It is recommended to enable wireless security (WPA/WPA2) on your wireless router or access point before configuring your
wireless adapter. If you are joining an existing network, you will need to know the security key or passphrase being used.
1. Open the Windows Vista® Wireless Utility by right-clicking on the
wireless computer icon in your system tray (lower right corner of
screen). Select Connect to a network.
2. Highlight the wireless network (SSID) you would like to connect
to and click Connect.
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3. Enter the same security key or passphrase that is on your router and
click Connect.
It may take 20-30 seconds to connect to the wireless network. If the
connection fails, please verify that the security settings are correct. The
key or passphrase must be exactly the same as on the wireless router.
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Using Windows® XP
Windows® XP users may use the built-in wireless utility (Zero Configuration Utility). The following instructions are for Service
Pack 2 users. If you are using another company’s utility or Windows® 2000, please refer to the user manual of your wireless
adapter for help with connecting to a wireless network. Most utilities will have a “site survey” option similar to the Windows®
XP utility as seen below.
If you receive the Wireless Networks Detected bubble, click on the
center of the bubble to access the utility.
					or
Right-click on the wireless computer icon in your system tray (lowerright corner next to the time). Select View Available Wireless Networks.
The utility will display any available wireless networks in your area. Click
on a network (displayed using the SSID) and click the Connect button.
If you get a good signal but cannot access the Internet, check you TCP/
IP settings for your wireless adapter. Refer to the Networking Basics
section in this manual for more information.
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Configure WPA-PSK
It is recommended to enable WPA on your wireless router or access point before configuring your wireless adapter. If you are
joining an existing network, you will need to know the WPA key being used.
1. Open the Windows® XP Wireless Utility by right-clicking
on the wireless computer icon in your system tray
(lower-right corner of screen). Select View Available Wireless
Networks.
2. Highlight the wireless network (SSID) you would like to
connect to and click Connect.
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3. The Wireless Network Connection box will appear. Enter the WPA-PSK
passphrase and click Connect.
It may take 20-30 seconds to connect to the wireless network. If the
connection fails, please verify that the WPA-PSK settings are correct. The
WPA-PSK passphrase must be exactly the same as on the wireless router.
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Troubleshooting
This chapter provides solutions to problems that can occur during the installation and operation of the DIR-611. Read the
following descriptions if you are having problems. The examples below are illustrated in Windows® XP. If you have a different
operating system, the screenshots on your computer will look similar to the following examples.
1. Why can’t I access the web-based configuration utility?
When entering the IP address of the D-Link router (192.168.0.1 for example), you are not connecting to a website nor do you
have to be connected to the Internet. The device has the utility built-in to a ROM chip in the device itself. Your computer must
be on the same IP subnet to connect to the web-based utility.
• Make sure you have an updated Java-enabled web browser. We recommend the following:
- Microsoft Internet Explorer® 6.0 and higher
- Mozilla Firefox 3.0 and higher
- Google™ Chrome 2.0 and higher
- Apple Safari 3.0 and higher
• Verify physical connectivity by checking for solid link lights on the device. If you do not get a solid link light, try using a different
cable or connect to a different port on the device if possible. If the computer is turned off, the link light may not be on.
• Disable any Internet security software running on the computer. Software firewalls such as Zone Alarm, Black Ice, Sygate,
Norton Personal Firewall, and Windows® XP firewall may block access to the configuration pages. Check the help files included
with your firewall software for more information on disabling or configuring it.
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• Configure your Internet settings:
• Go to Start > Settings > Control Panel. Double-click the Internet Options Icon. From the Security tab, click the
button to restore the settings to their defaults.
• Click the Connection tab and set the dial-up option to Never Dial a Connection. Click the LAN Settings button.
Make sure nothing is checked. Click OK.
• Go to the Advanced tab and click the button to restore these settings to their defaults. Click OK three times.
• Close your web browser (if open) and open it.
• Access the web management. Open your web browser and enter the IP address of your D-Link router in the address bar. This
should open the login page for your web management.
• If you still cannot access the configuration, unplug the power to the router for 10 seconds and plug back in. Wait about 30
seconds and try accessing the configuration. If you have multiple computers, try connecting using a different computer.
2. What can I do if I forgot my password?
If you forgot your password, you must reset your router. Unfortunately this process will change all your settings back to the
factory defaults.
To reset the router, locate the reset button (hole) on the rear panel of the unit. With the router powered on, use a paperclip
to hold the button down for 10 seconds. Release the button and the router will go through its reboot process. Wait about
30 seconds to access the router. The default IP address is 192.168.0.1. When logging in, the username is admin and leave the
password box empty.
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3. Why can’t I connect to certain sites or send and receive emails when connecting through my router?
If you are having a problem sending or receiving email, or connecting to secure sites such as eBay, banking sites, and Hotmail,
we suggest lowering the MTU in increments of ten (Ex. 1492, 1482, 1472, etc).
Note: AOL DSL+ users must use MTU of 1400.
To find the proper MTU Size, you’ll have to do a special ping of the destination you’re trying to go to. A destination could be
another computer, or a URL.
• Click on Start and then click Run.
• Windows® 95, 98, and Me users type in command (Windows® NT, 2000, and XP users type in cmd) and press
Enter (or click OK).
• Once the window opens, you’ll need to do a special ping. Use the following syntax:
ping [url] [-f] [-l] [MTU value]
Example: ping yahoo.com -f -l 1472
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You should start at 1472 and work your way down by 10 each time. Once you get a reply, go up by 2 until you get a fragmented
packet. Take that value and add 28 to the value to account for the various TCP/IP headers. For example, lets say that 1452 was the
proper value, the actual MTU size would be 1480, which is the optimum for the network we’re working with (1452+28=1480).
Once you find your MTU, you can now configure your router with the proper MTU size.
To change the MTU rate on your router follow the steps below:
• Open your browser, enter the IP address of your router (192.168.0.1) and click OK.
• Enter your username (admin) and password (blank by default). Click OK to enter the web configuration page
for the device.
• Click on Setup and then click Manual Configure.
• To change the MTU enter the number in the MTU field and click Save Settings to save your settings.
• Test your email. If changing the MTU does not resolve the problem, continue changing the MTU in increments
of ten.
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Appendix A - Wireless Basics
Wireless Basics
D-Link wireless products are based on industry standards to provide easy-to-use and compatible high-speed wireless
connectivity within your home, business or public access wireless networks. Strictly adhering to the IEEE standard, the D-Link
wireless family of products will allow you to securely access the data you want, when and where you want it. You will be able
to enjoy the freedom that wireless networking delivers.
A wireless local area network (WLAN) is a cellular computer network that transmits and receives data with radio signals instead of
wires. Wireless LANs are used increasingly in both home and office environments, and public areas such as airports, coffee shops
and universities. Innovative ways to utilize WLAN technology are helping people to work and communicate more efficiently.
Increased mobility and the absence of cabling and other fixed infrastructure have proven to be beneficial for many users.
Wireless users can use the same applications they use on a wired network. Wireless adapter cards used on laptop and desktop
systems support the same protocols as Ethernet adapter cards.
Under many circumstances, it may be desirable for mobile network devices to link to a conventional Ethernet LAN in order to
use servers, printers or an Internet connection supplied through the wired LAN. A Wireless Router is a device used to provide
this link.
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What is Wireless?
Wireless or Wi-Fi technology is another way of connecting your computer to the network without using wires. Wi-Fi uses radio
frequency to connect wirelessly, so you have the freedom to connect computers anywhere in your home or office network.
Why D-Link Wireless?
D-Link is the worldwide leader and award winning designer, developer, and manufacturer of networking products. D-Link
delivers the performance you need at a price you can afford. D-Link has all the products you need to build your network.
How does wireless work?
Wireless works similar to how cordless phones work, through radio signals to transmit data from one point A to point B. But
wireless technology has restrictions as to how you can access the network. You must be within the wireless network range area
to be able to connect your computer. There are two different types of wireless networks Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN),
and Wireless Personal Area Network (WPAN).
Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN)
In a wireless local area network, a device called an Access Point (AP) connects computers to the network. The access point has
a small antenna attached to it, which allows it to transmit data back and forth over radio signals. With an indoor access point,
the signal can travel up to 300 feet. With an outdoor access point the signal can reach out up to 30 miles to serve places like
manufacturing plants, industrial locations, college and high school campuses, airports, golf courses, and many other outdoor
venues.
Wireless Personal Area Network (WPAN)
Bluetooth is the industry standard wireless technology used for WPAN. Bluetooth devices in WPAN operate in a range up to
30 feet away.
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Compared to WLAN the speed and wireless operation range are both less than WLAN, but in return it doesn’t use nearly as
much power which makes it ideal for personal devices, such as mobile phones, PDAs, headphones, laptops, speakers, and other
devices that operate on batteries.
Who uses wireless?
Wireless technology has become so popular in recent years that almost everyone is using it, whether it’s for home, office,
business, D-Link has a wireless solution for it.
Home
• Gives everyone at home broadband access
• Surf the web, check email, instant message, etc.
• Gets rid of the cables around the house
• Simple and easy to use
Small Office and Home Office
• Stay on top of everything at home as you would at office
• Remotely access your office network from home
• Share Internet connection and printer with multiple computers
• No need to dedicate office space
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Where is wireless used?
Wireless technology is expanding everywhere not just at home or office. People like the freedom of mobility and it’s becoming
so popular that more and more public facilities now provide wireless access to attract people. The wireless connection in public
places are usually called “hotspots”.
Using a D-Link Cardbus Adapter with your laptop, you can access the hotspot to connect to the Internet from remote locations
like: Airports, Hotels, Coffee Shops, Libraries, Restaurants, and Convention Centers.
Wireless network is easy to setup, but if you’re installing it for the first time it could be quite a task not knowing where to start.
That’s why we’ve put together a few setup steps and tips to help you through the process of setting up a wireless network.
Tips
Here are a few things to keep in mind, when you install a wireless network.
Centralize your router or Access Point
Make sure you place the router/access point in a centralized location within your network for the best performance. Try to
place the router/access point as high as possible in the room, so the signal gets dispersed throughout your home. If you have
a two-story home, you may need a repeater to boost the signal to extend the range.
Eliminate Interference
Place home appliances such as cordless telephones, microwaves, and televisions as far away as possible from the router/access
point. This would significantly reduce any interference that the appliances might cause since they operate on same frequency.
Security
Don’t let you next-door neighbors or intruders connect to your wireless network. Secure your wireless network by turning on
the WPA or WEP security feature on the router. Refer to product manual for detail information on how to set it up.
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Wireless Modes
There are basically two modes of networking:
• Infrastructure – All wireless clients will connect to an access point or wireless router.
• Ad-Hoc – Directly connecting to another computer, for peer-to-peer communication, using wireless network
adapters on each computer, such as two or more DIR-611 wireless network Cardbus adapters.
An Infrastructure network contains an Access Point or wireless router. All the wireless devices, or clients, will connect to the
wireless router or access point.
An Ad-Hoc network contains only clients, such as laptops with wireless cardbus adapters. All the adapters must be in Ad-Hoc
mode to communicate.
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Networking Basics
Check your IP address
After you install your new D-Link adapter, by default, the TCP/IP settings should be set to obtain an IP address from a DHCP
server (i.e. wireless router) automatically. To verify your IP address, please follow the steps below.
Click on Start > Run. In the run box type cmd and click OK. (Windows® 7/Vista® users type cmd in the Start Search box.)
At the prompt, type ipconfig and press Enter.
This will display the IP address, subnet mask, and the
default gateway of your adapter.
If the address is 0.0.0.0, check your adapter installation,
security settings, and the settings on your router.
Some firewall software programs may block a DHCP
request on newly installed adapters.
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Statically Assign an IP address
If you are not using a DHCP capable gateway/router, or you need to assign a static IP address, please follow the steps below:
Step 1
Windows® 7 - Click on Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center > Change Adapter
Setting.
Windows Vista® - Click on Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center > Manage Network
Connections.
Windows® XP - Click on Start > Control Panel > Network Connections.
Windows® 2000 - From the desktop, right-click My Network Places > Properties.
Step 2
Right-click on the Local Area Connection which represents your network adapter and select Properties.
Step 3
Highlight Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and click Properties.
Step 4
Click Use the following IP address and enter an IP address that is on the same subnet
as your network or the LAN IP address on your router.
Example: If the router´s LAN IP address is 192.168.0.1, make your IP address 192.168.0.X
where X is a number between 2 and 99. Make sure that the number you choose is not in
use on the network. Set Default Gateway the same as the LAN IP address of your router
(192.168.0.1).
Set Primary DNS the same as the LAN IP address of your router (192.168.0.1). The
Secondary DNS is not needed or you may enter a DNS server from your ISP.
Step 5
Click OK twice to save your settings.
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Technical Specifications
Standards
• IEEE 802.11n
• IEEE 802.11g
• IEEE 802.3
• IEEE 802.3u
Humidity
•10% minimum (non-condensing)
• 95% maximum (non-condensing)
Security
• WEPTM
• WPATM - Personal/Enterprise
• WPA2TM - Personal/Enterprise
Safety & Emissions
• FCC
Dimensions
• 108.56 x 91.07 x 25.37mm
Wireless Signal Rates1
IEEE 802.11n:
• 300 Mbps (max)
IEEE 802.11g:
• 54 Mbps
• 48 Mbps
• 24 Mbps
• 18 Mbps
• 11 Mbps
• 9 Mbps
• 36 Mbps
• 12 Mbps
• 6 Mbps
Wireless Frequency Range2 (Europe)
• 2.4 GHz to 2.4835 GHz (802.11g/n)
Operating Temperature
• 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F)
Storage Temperature
• -20 °C to 65 °C (-4 °F to 149 °F)
1 Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11b, 802.11g and 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 factors will adversely affect wireless signal range.
2 Frequency Range varies depending on country’s regulation
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Safety Statements
Caution: Do not remove the plug and connect it to a power outlet by itself; always attach the plug to the power adaptor first
before connecting it to a power outlet.
FCC Statement:
Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC
Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will
not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which
can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of
the following measures:
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Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the
user’s authority to operate this equipment.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may
not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
For product available in the USA/Canada market, only channel 1~11 can be operated. Selection of other channels is not possible.
This device and its antennas(s) must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter
except in accordance with FCC multi-transmitter product procedures.
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IMPORTANT NOTE:
FCC Radiation Exposure Statement:
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should
be installed and operated with minimum distance 25 cm between the radiator and your body.
End-users and installers must be provided with antenna installation instructions and consider removing the no-collocation
statement.
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