D Link IR615K1 Wireless N Router User Manual

D Link Corporation Wireless N Router

User Manual

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iD-Link DIR-6 User ManualTable of ContentsPackage Contents ......................................................................1System Requirements ...........................................................1Features.................................................................................2Hardware Overview ...............................................................3Connections .................................................................... 3LEDs and USB Port ........................................................4Installation ...................................................................................5Before you Begin ...................................................................5Wireless Installation Considerations ......................................6Wall Mounting Your Device ...................................................7Connect to Cable/DSL/Satellite Modem ................................8Connect to Another Router ....................................................9 ............................................................................11Web-based Configuration Utility ..........................................11Setup Wizard ................................................................12Internet Setup ...............................................................16Dynamic PPPoE .......................................................17Static PPPoE ...........................................................18Wireless Setup ..............................................................20LAN Setup.....................................................................28DHCP Server Settings ..................................................29Time and Date ..............................................................30Parental Control ............................................................31Port Forwarding ............................................................32Filter Rules ....................................................................33Firewall & DMZ .............................................................34Advanced Wireless .......................................................35Advanced Network ........................................................37Routing..........................................................................38Device Administration ...................................................39Save and Restore .........................................................40DDNS Setting................................................................41System Check ...............................................................42Schedules .....................................................................43Log Settings ..................................................................44Device Info ....................................................................45Log ................................................................................ 46Statistics........................................................................47Active Session ..............................................................47Wireless ........................................................................48Help...............................................................................48......................................................................49What is WEP?......................................................................49Configure WEP ....................................................................50What is WPA?......................................................................51Configure WPA-PSK and WPA2-PSK .................................52Configure WPA/WPA2-PSK ................................................53Configure WPA, WPA2, and WPA/WPA2 (RADIUS) ..........54 ...............................................55Using Windows® XP .............................................................55Configure WEP ....................................................................56Configure WPA-PSK............................................................58 ....Initial Router Configuration for Wi-Fi Protection ..................60Setting Up a Configured Router...........................................61 ...Table of Contents
iiD-Link DIR-6 User ManualTable of Contents .......................................64 ...................67 ................................................................................................76 ...........................................................................  .......................................................................86 ........................................................................Tips ...................................................................................... 93Wireless Modes ...................................................................94 ...................................................................95Check your IP address ........................................................95Statically Assign an IP address ...........................................96..........................................................97
2D-Link DIR-6 User ManualSection 1 - Product Overview - The DIR-6 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 DIR-6 is still 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. - The Web-based user interface displays a number of advanced network management features including:  - Easily applied content filtering based on MAC Address, URL, and/or Domain Name. - These filters can be scheduled to be active on certain days or for a duration of hours or minutes. - The DIR-6 can pass through VPN sessions. It supports multiple and concurrent IPSec and PPTP sessions, so users behind the DIR-6 can securely access corporate networks. - Through its easy-to-use Web-based user interface, the DIR-6 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.
5D-Link DIR-6 User ManualSection 2 - InstallationInstallationThis 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 WAN 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 Ethernet 300 from your computer or you will not be able to connect to the Internet.
6D-Link DIR-6 User ManualSection 2 - Installation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.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.
8D-Link DIR-6 User ManualSection 2 - InstallationIf 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.  Turn the power off on your modem. If there is no on/off switch, then 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 WAN 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. Turn on or 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. Wait about 30 seconds for the router to boot. 7. Turn on your computer. 8. Verify the link lights on the router. The power light, WAN light, and the LAN light (the port that your computer is plugged into) should be lit. If not, make sure your computer, modem, and router are powered on and verify the cable connections are correct. 9. Skip to page 16 to configure your router. 
9D-Link DIR-6 User ManualSection 2 - InstallationIf 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:™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. 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  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. Open a web browser and enter  and press . When the login window appears, set the user name to  and leave the password box empty. Click  to continue.3. Click on  and then click . Uncheck the Enable UPnP checkbox. Click  to continue. 4. Click  and then click . Uncheck the Enable DHCP Server server checkbox. Click  to continue.5. Under Router Settings, enter an available IP address and the subnet mask of your network. Click  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.
10D-Link DIR-6 User ManualSection 2 - Installation6. 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 WAN port of the D-Link router. 8. You may now use the other three 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  and   sections for more information on setting up your wireless network.
11D-Link DIR-6 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationThis section will show you how to configure your new D-Link wireless router using the 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).Type “admin” for the User Name and leave the field blank in the Password field. Leave the password blank by default.If you get a  error, please refer to the  section for assistance.
12D-Link DIR-6 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationYou may run the setup wizard from the opening Internet Setup window to quickly set up your router. Click  , and the first window of the wizard will open.Click  to continue.Create a new password, and then click  to continue.
13D-Link DIR-6 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationSelect the type of Internet connection you use and then configure the information below.If clicking the  radio button, enter the username in the  field and password in  and  fields.The  is optional but may be required by some ISPs.If clicking the  radio button, enter the username in the  field and password in  and   fields. Tick the   check box to enable IP unnumbered on LAN (1-3) interface, and NAT on Wireless Interface.The  is optional but may be required by some ISPs.Enter the static IP address and its subnet mask in the IP  and . After that enter the start and end LAN IP address in the fields.Click  to continue.
14D-Link DIR-6 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationClick  to open the wizard window of configuring wireless connection. Click  to directly restart the Router.If clicking , the Router will save the new settings and reboot. Please allow 1-2 minutes for rebooting. When the router has finished rebooting, the opening window will be displayed.If clicking    , this window will open. Click  to continue.Enter a Wireless Network Name, also known as SSID, in the text box. Click  or  for the wireless security key, and use the check box to select the desired level of wireless security, WEP, WPA. and then click  to continue.
15D-Link DIR-6 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationIf selecting Manually assign a network key in the previous window, this window will open. Enter a wireless security password in the Network Key box. Click  to continue.This window displays a summary of your wireless security settings. Please print this out or record this information in a safe place and then click  to continue.The Router will save the new settings and reboot. Please allow 1-2 minutes for rebooting. When the router has finished rebooting, the opening Wireless Setup window is displayed.
16D-Link DIR-6 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationIf you want to configure the Router manually without using the wizard, click the  button.
17D-Link DIR-6 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationEnter your PPPoE user name.Enter your PPPoE password.Retype the password.Enter the ISP Service Name. The Service Name is optional but may be required by some ISPs.Click  to get the DNS automatically. Click  to enter the DNS information below.Enter the Primary and Secondary DNS Server Addresses.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.Click the (Point to Point Protocol over Ethernet) radio button to see the following configuration if your ISP uses dynamic PPPoE .
18D-Link DIR-6 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationTick the check box to enable IP Unnumbered on LAN (1-3) interface and NAT on Wireless Interface.Enter your PPPoE user name.Enter your PPPoE password.Retype the new password.Enter the ISP Service Name (optional).Enter the IP address (Static PPPoE only).Enter the IP netmask (Static PPPoE only).Enter Start and End LAN IP address.Click  to get the DNS automatically. Click  to enter the DNS information below.Enter the Primary and Secondary DNS Server Addresses.Click  radio button if your ISP uses a static 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.
19D-Link DIR-6 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationConnection 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.Select either , , or  .
20D-Link DIR-6 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationWireless settings for the router may be configured manually or by using a wizard. To use the wizard, click the  button and then follow the steps that are described below. To configure the wireless settings manually, click the  button. The parameters for this window are described later in this section. The Wireless Security section that directly follows this Configuration section provides additional explanation for how to configure the WEP, WPA, WPA2, and WPA/WPA2 wireless security mode options. If you want to have more wireless network name, also known as SSID, click the  button.
21D-Link DIR-6 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationClick     to start wireless setup wizard. Click  to continue.Enter a Wireless Network Name, also known as SSID, in the text box. Click  or  for the wireless security key, and use the check box to select the desired level of wireless security, WEP, WPA. and then click  to continue.If selecting Manually assign a network key in the previous window, this window will open. Enter a wireless security password in the Network Key box. Click  to continue.
22D-Link DIR-6 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationThis window displays a summary of your wireless security settings. Please print this out or record this information in a safe place and then click  to continue.The Router will save the new settings and reboot. Please allow 1-2 minutes for rebooting. When the router has finished rebooting, the opening Wireless Setup window is displayed.
23D-Link DIR-6 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationTo implement Wi-Fi protection, or WCN 2.0, tick the Enable checkbox, click either or , and then configure the Wi-Fi settings below. Please see the Setting Up Wi-Fi Protection (WCN 2.0 in Windows Vista) section later in this manual for detailed configuration information. 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.Indicates the channel setting for the DIR-6. 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. The  setting can be selected to allow the DIR-6 to choose the channel with the least amount of interference.Use the drop-down menu to select the appropriate Transmission Rate in Mbits per second. Many users will want to use the default setting, Best (automatic).Service Set Identifier (SSID) is the name of your wireless network. Once created and enabled a name in Multiple Wireless Network Name (SSIDs) window, you may select fromthe drop-down menu.Enable Wi-Fi Multimedia to enjoy basic quality of service features. WMM prioritizes traffic according to four access categories: voice, video, best effort, and background. Check this option if you would not like the SSID of your wireless network to be broadcasted by the DIR-6. If this option is checked, the SSID of the DIR-6 will not be seen by Site Survey utilities so your wireless clients will have to know the SSID of your DIR-6 in order to connect to it.Channel Click the  button to manually configure the wireless Internet setup. To enter this window, make sure at least one SSID is selected in Wireless Network Name Setup ( ->  -> ).
24D-Link DIR-6 User ManualSection 3 - Configuration1. To enable WEP, next to , select Enable WEP Wireless Security (basic). Select the Authentication method, WEP Encryption, it’s default and the key value.3. Click  to save your settings.
25D-Link DIR-6 User ManualSection 3 - Configuration1. To enable Enable WPA/WPA2 Wireless Security (enhanced). Next to  , select TKIP, AES, or AUTO(TKIP/AES).3. Next to , select PSK.4. Next to , enter a passphrase. The key is an alpha-numeric password between 8 and 63 characters long. The password can include symbols (!?*&_) and spaces. Make sure you enter this key exactly the same on all other wireless clients.5. Click  to save your settings. If you are configuring the router with a wireless adapter, you will lose connectivity until you enable WPA, WPA2, or WPA/WPA2 (whichever of the three options you have selected above) on your adapter and enter the same network key as you did on the router.
26D-Link DIR-6 User ManualSection 3 - Configuration1. To enable Enable WPA/WPA2 Wireless Security (enhanced). Next to  , select TKIP, AES, or AUTO(TKIP/AES).3. Next to , select EAP.4. Next to  enter the IP address of your RADIUS server.5. Next to , enter the port you are using with your RADIUS server. 1812 is the default port.6. Next to , enter the security key.7. Click  to save your settings.
27D-Link DIR-6 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationEnter wireless network work names (SSIDs) in the field. Tick the check box to select the SSID.Click the  to add or select SSIDs.
28D-Link DIR-6 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationThis section will allow you to change the local network settings of the router and to configure the DHCP 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 , 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).Check the box to transfer the DNS server information from your ISP to your computers. If unchecked, your computers will use the router for a DNS server.Refer to the next page for DHCP information.
29D-Link DIR-6 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationCheck the 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.The length of time for the IP address lease. Enter the Lease time in minutes.Enter the name, IP address and MAC address of the device to ensure the device is always assigned to the same IP address on the network. Tick the check box to enable DHCP reservation for the device.DHCP stands for Dynamic Host Control Protocol. The DIR-60 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-6. 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.
30D-Link DIR-6 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationThis section will allow you to configure, update, and maintain the correct time on the internal system clock.Deselect the  check box to be able to see the option. Click the   button to make the Router’s time same as your computer. Select the Time Zone from the drop-down menu.Ticking this checkbox enables Daylight Saving time. Tick the    check box and then use the drop-down menu to select an NTP server. NTP is short for Network Time Protocol. NTP synchronizes computer clock times in a network of computers. To manually input the time, deselect     check box and then enter the values in these fields for the Year, Month, Day, Hour, Minute, and Second. Click . 
31D-Link DIR-6 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationThis feature allows you to create a list of websites that you want to either allow or deny users access.Select Turn Parental Control Rules OFF, or Turn Parental Control Rules ON and DENY computers access to ONLY these sites.Enter the keywords or URLs that you want to block. Any URL with the keyword in it will be blocked.The schedule of time when the parental control filter 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  >  section.
32D-Link DIR-6 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationThis will allow you to open a single port or a range of ports.Check the box to enabled the rule. Enter a name for the rule.Enter the IP address of the computer on your local network that you want to allow the incoming service to.Enter the port or ports that you want to open. If you want to open one port, enter the same port in both boxes.Select TCP, UDP, or Any
33D-Link DIR-6 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationEnter the MAC or IP address of a network adapter for a filter rule.Enter a port or range of ports of TCP or UDP for the filter rule.Select a traffic type (TCP, UDP, or Any) that will be used for the filter rule.Use the drop-down menu to select  or  the network access.Select  to apply for this filter rule all the time, or select one of the scheduled time. The scheduled time should be configured in  >  section in advance. The Filter Rules allows you to configure IP or MAC address of a network adapter and allow or deny its network access at certain time.
34D-Link DIR-6User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationThis section will allow you to set up inside and outside firewall. The outside firewall can choose various which part you want to prevernt from.Tick to enable the firewall from LAN to WAN.Select the WAN Connection you want to set up the firewall.Tick to enable the firewall from WAN to LAN.Tick  check box to enable DMZ, and enter an IP adrees of a computer in the IP field to be accessible to Internet traffic.DoS (Denial-of-service) attack makes the computer resources unavailabel for intened users. Tick the  check box to enable the function, and tick the rest of the check boxes to prevent from various type of DoS attack.Post scan attack targets the opening ports and attacks those ports. Tick the  check box to enable the function, and tick the rest of the check boxes to prevent from various type of post scan attack.Service FilterTick the     check box to enable the function, and tick the rest of the check boxes to deny the access from various tools.
35D-Link DIR-6 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationSet 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 2346. 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) 1 is the default setting. A DTIM is a countdown informing clients of the next window for listening to broadcast and multicast messages.Select Short or Long Preamble. The Preamble defines the length of the CRC block (Cyclic Redundancy Check is a common technique for detecting data transmission errors) for communication between the wireless router and the roaming wireless network adapters. Note: High network traffic areas should use the shorter preamble type.CTS (Clear To Send) is a function used to minimize collisions among wireless devices on a wireless local area network (LAN). CTS will make sure the wireless network is clear before a wireless client attempts to send wireless data. Enabling CTS will add overhead and may lower wireless through put. CTS will always be used to make sure the wireless LAN is clear before sending data.  CTS will monitor the wireless network and automatically decide whether to implement CTS based on the amount of traffic and collisions that occurs on the wireless network.This window allows you to change the behavior of the 802.11g wireless radio from the standard settings. Please be aware that any changes to the factory default settings may adversely affect the behavior of your network.
36D-Link DIR-6 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationSelect one of the following: - Select only if all of your wireless clients are 802.11n. - Select if you are using both 802.11b and 802.11g wireless clients. - Select if you are using a mix of 802.11n, 11g, and 11b wireless clients.Select the Channel Width: - Select if you are not using any 802.11n wireless clients. This is the default setting.  - Select if you are using both 802.11n and non-802.11n wireless devices.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.This section allows you to configure the MAC address of a computer, and allow or deny its access to wireless.Use the drop-down list to select an SSID that has been configured in Wireless Network Name Setup.Use the  drop-down list to select an universal MAC filter rule for the MAC addresses listed in the fields below.Enter the MAC address for the rule. The format should be xx:xx:xx:xx:xx:xx.
37D-Link DIR-6 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationTo use the Universal Plug and Play (UPnP™) feature tick this checkbox. UPNP provides compatibility with networking equipment, software and peripherals.You may set the port speed of the WAN port to 10Mbps, 100Mbps, or 10/100Mbps Auto. Some older cable or DSL modems may require you to set the port speed to 10Mbps.Tick the check box to allow multicast traffic to pass through the router from the Internet.Tick the check box to allow wireless multicast traffic to pass through the router. This window allows you to change the LAN settings. Please be aware that any changes to the factory default settings may affect the behavior of your network.
38D-Link DIR-6 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationTick this checkbox to enable or disable fixed routes to defined destinations.Use the drop-down menu to choose the WAN or WAN (Physical Port) Interface the IP packet must use to transit out of the Router.The IP address of the packets that will take this route.The subnet of the IP address of the packets that will take this route.Specifies the next hop to be taken if this route is used. Destination:Subnet Mask:Gateway:This option allows you to define fixed routes to defined destinations.
39D-Link DIR-6User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationEnter a New Password for the administrator login name and then retype the new password in the Confirm Password textbox. The administrator can make changes to the settings.Remote management allows the DIR-6 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 Internet IP address of the computer that has access to the Broadband Router. If you leave this field blank or type 0.0.0.0, then any computer will be able to access the Router. This would present a security risk and is not recommended.The port number used to access the DIR-6. For example: http://x.x.x.x:8080 whereas x.x.x.x is the WAN IP address of the DIR-6 and 8080 is the port used for the Web-Management interface.The port number used to access the DIR-6. For example: https://x.x.x.x:443 whereas x.x.x.x is the WAN IP address of the DIR-6 and 443 is the port used for the Web-Management interface.This window will allow you to change the Administrator password. You can also enable Remote Management.
40D-Link DIR-6 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationUse this option to save the current router configuration settings to a file on the hard disk of the computer you are using. First, click the  button. You will then see a file dialog, where you can select a location and file name for the settings. Use this option to load previously saved router configuration settings. First, use the  control to find a previously save file of configuration settings. Then, click the button to transfer those settings to the Router. This option will restore all configuration settings back to the settings that were in effect at the time the router was shipped from the factory. Any settings that have not been saved will be lost, including any rules that you have created. If you want to save the current router configuration settings, use the  button above. Click the  button on the left side of the window to restart the Router.This window allows you to save your configuration file to a hard drive, load configuration settings from a hard drive, and restore the Router’s factory default settings.
41D-Link DIR-6 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationTick the Enable DDNS checkbox to enable support for DDNS.Select one of the DDNS registration organizations form those listed in the pull-down menu. Available servers include dlinkddns.com(Free), DynDns.org(Custom), Dyn.Dns.org(free), and Dyn.Dns.org(Static).Enter the host name of the DDNS server.Enter the username given to you by your DDNS server.Enter the password or key given to you by your DDNS server.The router supports DDNS (Dynamic Domain Name Service). The Dynamic DNS service allows a dynamic public IP address to be associated with a static host name in any of the many domains, allowing access to a specified host from various locations on the Internet. This is enabled to allow remote access to a host by clicking a hyperlinked URL in the form “hostname.dyndns.org”. Many ISPs assign public IP addresses using DHCP, this can make it difficult to locate a specific host on the LAN using standard DNS. If for example you are running a public web server or VPN server on your LAN, this ensures that the host can be located from the Internet if the public IP address changes. DDNS requires that an account be setup with one of the supported DDNS providers.
42D-Link DIR-6 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationVCT is an advanced feature that integrates a LAN cable tester on every Ethernet port on the router. Through the graphical user interface (GUI), VCT can be used to remotely diagnose and report cable faults such as opens, shorts, swaps, and impedance mismatch. This feature significantly reduces service calls and returns by allowing users to easily troubleshoot their cable connections.The Ping Test is used to send Ping packets to test if a computer is on the Internet. Enter the IP Address that you wish to Ping, and click Ping.This tool is used to verify the physical connectivity on both the LAN and the WAN interfaces. The Ping Test can be used to test the status of the Internet.
43D-Link DIR-6 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationEnter a name for the new schedule rule.Choose the desired day(s), either All Week or Select Days. If the latter is selected, please use the checkboxes directly below to specify the individual days.Tick this check box if the new schedule rule applies to the full 24-hour period.If the new schedule rule does not apply to the full 24-hour period, untick the previous checkbox and then enter a specific beginning and ending time. The Router allows the user the ability to manage schedule rules for various firewall and parental control features on this window. Once you have finished configuring the new schedule rule, click the  button at the top of the window.
44D-Link DIR-6 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationClick on the  button link on this window to save the log file to your local hard drive.click the checkbox to save the log in the log server in the LAN side.The system log displays chronological event log data specified by the router user. You may also save a simple text file containing the log to your computer. Click the  button and follow the prompts to save the file.
45D-Link DIR-6 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationThis window displays the current information for the DIR-6. It will display the LAN, WAN, and Wireless information.If your WAN connection is set up for a Dynamic IP address then a   button and a   button will be displayed. Use  to disconnect from your ISP and use  to connect to your ISP. If your WAN connection is set up for PPPoE, a Connect button and a  button will be displayed. Use  to drop the PPPoE connection and use Connect to establish the PPPoE connection.Displays the MAC address and the private (local) IP settings for the router.Displays the MAC address and the public IP settings for the router.Displays the wireless MAC address and your wireless settings such as SSID, Channel, and Encryption status.
46D-Link DIR-6 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationView the first page of the log.View the last page of the log.View the previous page.View the next page.Clear the log.Click this button to go directly to the Log Settings window ( > ).This window allows you to view a log of activities on the Router. This is especially helpful detecting unauthorized network usage.
47D-Link DIR-6 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationThe window below displays the Traffic Statistics. Here you can view the amount of packets that pass through the DIR-6 on both the WAN and the LAN ports. The traffic counter will reset if the device is rebooted.The window displays the the source and destination packets passing throught the device.
48D-Link DIR-6 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationThe wireless client table displays a list of current connected wireless clients. This table also displays the connection time and MAC address of the connected wireless client.Click the desired hyperlink to get more information about how to use the Router.
49D-Link DIR-6 User ManualSection 4 - SecurityThis section will show you the different levels of security you can use to protect your data from intruders. The DIR-6 offers the following types of security:     WEP stands for Wired Equivalent Privacy. It is based on the IEEE 802.11 standard and uses the RC4 encryption algorithm. WEP provides security by encrypting data over your wireless network so that it is protected as it is transmitted from one wireless device to another.To gain access to a WEP network, you must know the key. The key is a string of characters that you create. When using WEP, you must determine the level of encryption. The type of encryption determines the key length. 128-bit encryption requires a longer key than 64-bit encryption. Keys are defined by entering in a string in HEX (hexadecimal - using characters 0-9, A-F) or ASCII (American Standard Code for Information Interchange – alphanumeric characters) format. ASCII format is provided so you can enter a string that is easier to remember. The ASCII string is converted to HEX for use over the network. Four keys can be defined so that you can change keys easily.
50D-Link DIR-6 User ManualSection 4 - SecurityIt is recommended to enable encryption on your wireless router before your wireless network adapters. Please establish wireless connectivity before enabling encryption. Your wireless signal may degrade when enabling encryption due to the added overhead.1. Log into the web-based configuration by opening a web browser and entering the IP address of the router (192.168.0.1). Click on on the left side. Next to , select Enable WEP Wireless Security (basic).3. Next to , select either Shared Key or Open. Shared Key is recommended as it provides greater security when WEP is enabled.4. Select either 64Bit or 128Bit encryption from the drop-down menu next to . 5. Next to , select WEP Key 1 and enter a WEP key that you create. Make sure you enter this key exactly on all your wireless devices. You may enter up to four different keys either using Hex or ASCII. Hex is recommended (letters A-F and numbers 0-9 are valid). In ASCII all numbers and letters are valid.6. Click  to save your settings. If you are configuring the router with a wireless adapter, you will lose connectivity until you enable WEP on your adapter and enter the same WEP key as you did on the router.
51D-Link DIR-6 User ManualSection 4 - SecurityWPA, or Wi-Fi Protected Access, is a Wi-Fi standard that was designed to improve the security features of WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy). The two major improvements over WEP: 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.(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.
52D-Link DIR-6 User ManualSection 4 - SecurityIt is recommended to enable encryption on your wireless Router before your wireless network adapters. Please establish wireless connectivity before enabling encryption. Your wireless signal may degrade when enabling encryption due to the added overhead.1. Log into the web-based configuration by opening a web browser and entering the IP address of the router (192.168.0.1). Click on  on the left side. Next to  , select Enable WPA Only Wireless Security (enhanced) or Enable WPA2 Only Wireless Security (enhanced).3. Next to , select TKIP, AES, or Both.4. Next to , select PSK.5. Next to , enter a key (passphrase). The key is an alpha-numeric password between 8 and 63 characters long. The password can include symbols (!?*&_) and spaces. Make sure you enter this key exactly the same on all other wireless clients.6. Click  to save your settings. If you are configuring the Router with a wireless adapter, you will lose connectivity until you enable WPA-PSK or WPA2-PSK on your adapter and enter the same passphrase as you did on the Router.
53D-Link DIR-6 User ManualSection 4 - SecurityIt is recommended to enable encryption on your wireless Router before your wireless network adapters. Please establish wireless connectivity before enabling encryption. Your wireless signal may degrade when enabling encryption due to the added overhead.1. Log into the web-based configuration by opening a web browser and entering the IP address of the router (192.168.0.1). Click on  on the left side. Next to  , select Enable WPA/WPA2 Wireless Security (enhanced).3. Next to , select TKIP, AES, or Both.4. Next to , select PSK.5. Next to , enter a key (passphrase). The key is an alpha-numeric password between 8 and 63 characters long. The password can include symbols (!?*&_) and spaces. Make sure you enter this key exactly the same on all other wireless clients.6. Click  to save your settings. If you are configuring the Router with a wireless adapter, you will lose connectivity until you enable WPA/WPA2-PSK on your adapter and enter the same passphrase as you did on the Router.
54D-Link DIR-6 User ManualSection 4 - SecurityIt is recommended to enable encryption on your wireless router before your wireless network adapters. Please establish wireless connectivity before enabling encryption. Your wireless signal may degrade when enabling encryption due to the added overhead.1. Log into the web-based configuration by opening a web browser and entering the IP address of the router (192.168.0.1). Click on on the left side. Next to , select Enable WPA Only Wireless Security (enhanced), Enable WPA2 Only Wireless Security (enhanced), or Enable WPA/WPA2 Wireless Security (enhanced).3. Next to , select TKIP, AES, or Auto.4. Next to , select EAP.5. Next to  enter the  of your RADIUS server.6. Next to , enter the port you are using with your RADIUS server. 1812 is the default port.7. Next to , enter the security key.8. If you have a secondary RADIUS server, enter its IP address, port, and secret key.9. Click  to save your settings.
55D-Link DIR-6 User ManualSection 5 - Connecting to a Wireless Network®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.Right-click on the wireless computer icon in your system tray (lower-right corner next to the time). Select .If you receive the  bubble, click on the center of the bubble to access the utility. orThe 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   section in this manual for more information.
56D-Link DIR-6User ManualSection 5 - Connecting to a Wireless NetworkIt is recommended to enable WEP 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 WEP key being used.Highlight the wireless network (SSID) you would like to connect to and click Connect.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  .
57D-Link DIR-6 User ManualSection 5 - Connecting to a Wireless Network3. The    box will appear. Enter the same WEP key 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 WEP settings are correct. The WEP key must be exactly the same as on the wireless router.
58D-Link DIR-6 User ManualSection 5 - Connecting to a Wireless NetworkIt is recommended to enable WEP 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 WEP key being used.Highlight the wireless network (SSID) you would like to connect to and click Connect.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  .
59D-Link DIR-6 User ManualSection 5 - Connecting to a Wireless Network3. The    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.
60D-Link DIR-6 User ManualSection 6 - Setting Up Wi-Fi Protection (WCN 2.0 in Windows Vista) The DIR-6 supports Wi-Fi protection, referred to as WCN 2.0 in Windows Vista. The instructions for setting this up depend on whether you are using Windows Vista to configure the Router or third party software. When you first set up the Router, Wi-Fi protection is disabled and unconfigured. To enjoy the benefits of Wi-Fi protection, the Router must be both enabled and configured. There are three basic methods to accomplish this: use Windows Vista’s built-in support for WCN 2.0, use software provided by a third party, or use the traditional Ethernet approach. If you are running Windows Vista, tick the Enable checkbox on the  window. Use the Current PIN that is displayed on the  window or choose to click the  button or  button. If you are using third party software to set up Wi-Fi Protection, carefully follow the directions. When you are finished, proceed to the next section to set up the newly-configured Router.
61D-Link DIR-6 User ManualSection 6 - Setting Up Wi-Fi Protection (WCN 2.0 in Windows Vista)Once the Router has been configured, you can use the push button on the Router or third party software to invite a newcomer to join your Wi-Fi protected network. For maximum security, the software method is recommended. However, the push button method is ideal if there is no access to a GUI.If you are using the Router’s Wi-Fi Security push button option, simultaneously depress the push button located on the side of the Router and the button on the client (or virtual button on the client’s GUI). Next click . The Client’s software will then allow a newcomer to join your secure, Wi-Fi protected network.If you are using third party software, run the appropriate Wi-Fi Protected System utility. You will be asked to either use the push button method or to manually enter the PIN. Follow the on-screen instructions.
62D-Link DIR-6 User ManualSection 7 - Changing the Computer Name and Joining a WorkgroupThe following are step-by-step directions to change the computer name and join a workgroup. Click on the  link. 1. Click on .
63D-Link DIR-6 User ManualSection 7 - Changing the Computer Name and Joining a Workgroup3. Click the  tab in the window and enter a description of your computer in the textbox. When you are finished, click the Change button. 4. Go to the window and click the radio button next to the Workgroup you want to join. When you are finished, click the button.
64D-Link DIR-6 User ManualSection 8 - Configuring the IP Address in VistaThe following are step-by-step directions to configure the IP address in Windows Vista. Go to the    window and click the appropriate  icon. 1. Click on .3. Right-click the  icon and then select  from the drop-down menu.
65D-Link DIR-6 User ManualSection 8 - Configuring the IP Address in Vista4. Tick the      checkbox in the  tab in the     window. 5. Click the “Use the following IP address” option in the  tab in the  window and enter the desired IP address in the space offered. Then click the “Use the following DNS server adresses” option on the same tab and enter the desired DNS server information.
66D-Link DIR-6 User ManualSection 8 - Configuring the IP Address in Vista6. Right-click the  icon and then select  from the drop-down menu. 7. Go to the window and click the  button. 8. Confirm your new settings on the   window. When you are finished, click the  button.
67D-Link DIR-6 User ManualSection 9 - Setting Up a Connection WirelesslyThe following are step-by-step directions to set up a wireless connection. Go to the window and choose the  option. Click the  button. 1. Click on section.
68D-Link DIR-6 User ManualSection 9 - Setting Up a Connection Wirelessly3. Click the  button on the  window. 4. The following window displays the system progress. 5. This window confirms that you want to create wireless network settings that are savable to a USB flash drive.
69D-Link DIR-6 User ManualSection 9 - Setting Up a Connection Wirelessly6. Enter a network name on the  window in the  wizard. Click the  button. 7. Enter a passphrase on the window in the  wizard. Click the  link. 8. Select security method on the window in the  wizard. Click the button.
70D-Link DIR-6 User ManualSection 9 - Setting Up a Connection Wirelessly9. Once you have selected the desired security method on the Choose     window in the    wizard, click the button. Select the desired file and printer sharing option on the Choose window in the  wizard. Click the button. 11.Once you have saved your network settings to USB, use the pull-down menu on the window in the  wizard to select a destination for your network settings. Click the button.
71D-Link DIR-6 User ManualSection 9 - Setting Up a Connection WirelesslyOnce you have saved your network settings to USB, the window in the  wizard opens to indicate the system progress. 13.Once you are finished, the   window in the       wizard opens. When you are finished, click the Close button.
72D-Link DIR-6 User ManualSection 10 - Connecting to a Secured Wireless Network (WEP, WPA-PSK & WPA2-PSK)The following are step-by-step directions to set up a wireless connection. Click the  link in the window. 1. Click on .
73D-Link DIR-6 User ManualSection 10 - Connecting to a Secured Wireless Network (WEP, WPA-PSK & WPA2-PSK)4. Select a network to connect to in the  to window in the  wizard and then click the Connect button. 5. The following wizard window displays the system progress. 3. Right-click the  entry and then select  from the drop-down menu.
74D-Link DIR-6 User ManualSection 10 - Connecting to a Secured Wireless Network (WEP, WPA-PSK & WPA2-PSK)7. The following  window in the  wizard is displayed. Choose to save to the network and/or start the new connection automatically. When you are finished, click the Close button. 8. The successful connection is displayed at the bottom of the Windows start up menu. 6. Enter the network security key or passphrase for the Router in the textbox provided in the       window in the wizard. When you are finished, click the Connect button.
75D-Link DIR-6User ManualSection 10 - Connecting to a Secured Wireless Network (WEP, WPA-PSK & WPA2-PSK)To test the new IP address, use the Ping feature of the command prompt. 9. Confirm your new settings by calling up the command prompt and then entering the ipconfig command.
76D-Link DIR-6 User ManualSection 11 - Connecting to an Unsecured Wireless NetworkThe following are step-by-step directions to set up an unsecured wireless connection. Go to the  window and click the  link. 1. Click on .
77D-Link DIR-6 User ManualSection 11 - Connecting to an Unsecured Wireless Network3. Right-click the  entry and then select  from the drop-down menu. 4. Select a network to connect to in the  to window in the  wizard and then click the Connect button. 5. Confirm your desire to connect anyway on the following window.
78D-Link DIR-6User ManualSection 11 - Connecting to an Unsecured Wireless Network6. The following wizard window displays the system progress. 7. The following  window in the  wizard is displayed. Choose to save to the network and/or start the new connection automatically. When you are finished, click the Close button. 8. The successful connection is displayed at the bottom of the Windows start up menu.
79D-Link DIR-6 User ManualSection 11 - Connecting to an Unsecured Wireless Network9. Confirm your new settings by calling up the command prompt and then entering the ipconfig command. To test the new IP address, use the Ping feature of the command prompt.
80D-Link DIR-6 User ManualSection 11 - Connecting to an Unsecured Wireless NetworkThe following are step-by-step directions to configure the network in MAC OS X Snow Leopard (10.6).1. Click the icon in your Dock to open your System Preferences window.2. Click the  icon in System Preferences menu to view the Network menu.
81D-Link DIR-6 User ManualSection 11 - Connecting to an Unsecured Wireless Network3. Click  on the left to see the local network settings. TCP/IP settings should be set to obtain an IP address from a DHCP server (i.e. wireless router) automatically. The IP address, its subnet mask and the router’s IP address displays when selecting  from the  drop-down menu.If you are not using a DHCP capable gateway/router, or you need to assign a static IP address, select  from the  drop-down menu to manually enter the IP address and it’s subnet mask.Click the  button to save the settings.
82D-Link DIR-6 User ManualSection 11 - Connecting to an Unsecured Wireless NetworkThe following are step-by-step directions to configure the Wireless in MAC OS X Snow Leopard (10.6).1. Click the icon in your Dock to open your System Preferences window.2. Click the  icon in System Preferences menu to view the Network menu.
83D-Link DIR-6 User ManualSection 11 - Connecting to an Unsecured Wireless Network3. Click AirPort on the left to configure the wireless network.4. Make sure the  is . If the Status is Off, click the  button to enable AirPort.5. Click the  button to see the window.6. Click the + button to see the window in the next page.
84D-Link DIR-6 User ManualSection 11 - Connecting to an Unsecured Wireless Network7. Enter the Network Name (SSID) of the Router.8. Select the Security type of the network from the drop-down list, and security related information below.Click the  button to add the wireless network in the Preferred Network list.
85D-Link DIR-6 User ManualSection 11 - Connecting to an Unsecured Wireless Network9. Click  to proceed.10. Select the  from the drop-down menu.11. Click the  button to save the settings.
86D-Link DIR-6 User ManualSection 12 - TroubleshootingThis chapter provides solutions to problems that can occur during the installation and operation of the DIR-6. 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.)When entering the IP address of the D-Link router (192.168.0.1 for example), you are not connecting to a website on the Internet or 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. 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.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.
87D-Link DIR-6 User ManualSection 12 - Troubleshooting >  > . Double-click the  Icon. From the  tab, click the button to restore the settings to their defaults.Connection tab and set the dial-up option to Never Dial a Connection. Click the  button. Make sure nothing is checked. Click .  tab and click the button to restore these settings to their defaults. Click  three times.bar. This should open the login page for your the web management. about 30 seconds and try accessing the configuration. If you have multiple computers, try connecting using a different computer.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  and leave the password box empty.
88D-Link DIR-6 User ManualSection 12 - Troubleshooting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). 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.  and then click . ® 95, 98, and Me users type in  (Windows® NT, 2000, and XP users type in ) and press (or click ).   Example: 
89D-Link DIR-6 User ManualSection 12 - Troubleshooting 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: .  to enter the web configuration page for the device.  and then click .  button to save your settings.                 increments of ten.
90D-Link DIR-6 User ManualAppendix A - Wireless BasicsD-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.
91D-Link DIR-6 User ManualAppendix A - Wireless Basics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. 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. Wireless works similar to how cordless phone 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).This is likely to be the result of the wireless settings. Go to  ->  to see if the Wireless Mode is configured as 802.11n only. As the Wi-Fi Alliance restricts the maximum speed to 54Mbps when WPA or WPA2 wireless security is configured with TKIP Cipher Type, go to  ->  to make sure the Cipher Type is configured as AES.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 as seen in the picture, 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.
92D-Link DIR-6 User ManualAppendix A - Wireless BasicsBluetooth is the industry standard wireless technology used for WPAN. Bluetooth devices in WPAN operate in a range up to 30 feet away.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.Wireless technology as 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         
93D-Link DIR-6 User ManualAppendix A - Wireless Basics 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 is usually called “hotspots”.Using a D-Link Cardbus Adapter with your laptop, you can access the hotspot to connect to 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.Here are a few things to keep in mind, when you install a wireless network. 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.For the wireless repeater, there are two types of repeater in D-Link for user to select: Universal repeater: It acts as an AP and a wireless STA at the same time. It can support all AP and wireless STA if they work in the same wireless channel. AP-repeater (AP with WDS): only repeat same model or limited models which base on the same proprietary protocol.Please choose a universal repeater to boost the signal to extend the range.
94D-Link DIR-6 User ManualAppendix A - Wireless Basics 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. 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. There are basically two modes of networking:  – All wireless clients will connect to an access point or wireless router. – Directly connecting to another computer, for peer-to-peer communication, using wireless network adapters on each computer, such as two or more WNA-2330 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.
95D-Link DIR-6 User ManualAppendix B - Networking Basics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  > . In the run box type cmd and click .At the prompt, type ipconfig and press .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. If you are connecting to a wireless network at a hotspot (e.g. hotel, coffee shop, airport), please contact an employee or administrator to verify their wireless network settings.
96D-Link DIR-6 User ManualAppendix B - Networking BasicsIf you are not using a DHCP capable gateway/router, or you need to assign a static IP address, please follow the steps below:Windows® XP - Click on  >  > .Windows® 2000 - From the desktop, right-click  > .Right-click on the  which represents your D-Link network adapter and select .Highlight  and click .Click  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.Click  twice to save your settings.
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: - 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. 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. 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. IEEE 802.11b or 802.11g operation of this product in the U.S.A. is firmware-limited to channels 1 through 11. 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 20cm between the radiator & your body. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
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