D Link IR636LA1 Wireless N600 Dual Band Gigabit Cloud Router / Cloud Router 2000 User Manual 1

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iD-Link DIR-826L User Manual
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Preface
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Table of Contents
Preface ................................................................................. i
Manual Revisions ........................................................................... i
Trademarks ...................................................................................... i
Product Overview .............................................................. 1
Package Contents ......................................................................... 1
System Requirements ................................................................. 2
Introduction ................................................................................... 3
Features ............................................................................................ 4
Hardware Overview ..................................................................... 5
Connections ...........................................................................5
LEDs ...........................................................................................6
Installation ......................................................................... 7
Before you Begin ........................................................................... 7
Wireless Installation Considerations ...................................... 8
Manual Setup .................................................................................9
Connect to an Existing Router ...............................................11
Conguration ...................................................................13
Quick Setup Wizard ....................................................................14
QRS Mobile App ..........................................................................21
SharePort Mobile App ..............................................................22
Web-based Conguration Utility ..........................................26
Internet Connection Setup .............................................27
Static (assigned by ISP) ................................................28
Dynamic (Cable) .............................................................30
PPPoE (DSL) ......................................................................31
PPTP ....................................................................................33
L2TP ....................................................................................35
DS-Lite ...............................................................................37
Wireless Settings .................................................................38
Manual Wireless Settings .................................................39
802.11n/g (2.4GHz) .......................................................39
802.11n/a (5GHz) ...........................................................40
Wireless Security .................................................................41
What is WPA? ...................................................................41
Wireless Security Setup Wizard .................................42
Add Wireless Device with WPS Wizard ...................44
WPA/WPA2-Personal (PSK) .........................................46
Congure WPA/WPA2-Enterprise (RADIUS)..........47
Network Settings ................................................................49
Router Settings ...............................................................49
DHCP Server Settings ...................................................50
DHCP Reservation .........................................................52
Storage ...................................................................................53
Access Files from the Internet ...................................54
IPv6 ..........................................................................................55
IPv6 Internet Connection Setup Wizard ................56
IPv6 Manual Setup.........................................................61
mydlink Settings .................................................................70
Advanced ...............................................................................71
Virtual Server ...................................................................71
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Port Forwarding .............................................................72
Application Rules ...........................................................73
QoS Engine .......................................................................74
Network Filters ................................................................75
Access Control .................................................................76
Website Filters .................................................................79
Inbound Filters ................................................................80
Firewall Settings .............................................................81
Routing ..............................................................................83
Advanced Wireless ........................................................84
Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) .....................................85
Advanced Network Settings ......................................87
Guest Zone .......................................................................88
IPv6 Firewall .....................................................................89
IPv6 Routing ....................................................................90
Tools ........................................................................................91
Admin.................................................................................91
Time ....................................................................................92
SysLog ................................................................................93
Email Settings..................................................................94
System ...............................................................................95
Firmware ...........................................................................96
Language Pack ................................................................96
Dynamic DNS ..................................................................97
System Check ..................................................................98
Schedules .........................................................................99
Status ................................................................................... 100
Device Info .................................................................... 100
Logs.................................................................................. 101
Statistics ......................................................................... 102
Internet Sessions ......................................................... 103
Routing ........................................................................... 104
Wireless........................................................................... 105
IPv6 .................................................................................. 106
IPV6 Routing ................................................................. 107
Support ............................................................................... 108
Connect a Wireless Client to your Router ....................109
WPS Button ................................................................................ 109
Windows® 7 ................................................................................ 110
WPA/WPA2 ......................................................................... 110
WPS ....................................................................................... 113
Windows Vista® ......................................................................... 117
WPA/WPA2 ......................................................................... 118
WPS/WCN 2.0 .................................................................... 120
Windows® XP ............................................................................. 121
WPA/WPA2 ......................................................................... 122
Troubleshooting ............................................................124
Wireless Basics ...............................................................128
What is Wireless? ...................................................................... 129
Tips ................................................................................................ 131
Wireless Modes ......................................................................... 132
Networking Basics .........................................................133
Check your IP address ............................................................ 133
Statically Assign an IP address ............................................ 134
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Technical Specications ................................................135
Contacting Technical Support ......................................136
GPL Code Statement......................................................137
Warranty .........................................................................149
Registration ...................................................................156
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Section 1 - Product Overview
Product Overview
Package Contents
Note: Using a power supply with a dierent voltage rating than the one included with the DIR-826L will cause damage and void the warranty
for this product.
If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller.
DIR-826L Wireless N 600 Dual Band Gigabit Cloud Router
Ethernet Cable
Power Adapter
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Network Requirements
• An Ethernet-based Cable or DSL modem
• IEEE 802.11n or 802.11g wireless clients
• 10/100/1000 Ethernet
Web-based Conguration
Utility Requirements
Computer with the following:
• Windows®, Macintosh, or Linux-based operating system
• An installed Ethernet adapter
Browser Requirements:
• Internet Explorer 7 or higher
• Firefox 3.5 or higher
• Safari 4 or higher
• Chrome 8 or higher
Windows® Users: Make sure you have the latest version of Java
installed. Visit www.java.com to download the latest version.
mydlink Requirements
• iPhone/iPad/iPod Touch (iOS 3.0 or higher)
• Android device (1.6 or higher)
• Computer with the following browser requirements:
• Internet Explorer 7 or higher
• Firefox 3 or higher
• Safari 5 or higher
• Chrome 5 or higher
iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch are registered trademarks of Apple Inc. Android is a trademark of Google, Inc.
System Requirements
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Introduction
The D-Link Wireless N 600 Dual Band Gigabit Cloud Router (DIR-826L) comes equipped with 4 Gigabit ports to provide speeds
up to 10x faster than standard 10/100 ports. It also uses 802.11n technology with multiple intelligent antennas to maximize
the speed and range of your wireless signal to signicantly outperform 802.11g devices.
With the addition of Intelligent Quality of Service (QoS), data streams are separated which helps organize and prioritize your
network trac so your video streaming, gaming, and VoIP calls run smoother over both your wired and wireless network.
The D-Link Cloud Service will allow you to always have access to your home network no matter where you go. Now you can
monitor and manage your home network right from your laptop, iPhone®, iPad®7, or Android™ device. The cloud-enabled
router can be congured to send an email to keep you informed anywhere, anytime when new devices are connecting to
your network or unwanted access is detected. Monitor in real-time websites that are being visited with recent browser history
displayed on the mydlink™ Lite app – which is great for parents.
The D-Link Cloud Service can detect and block unwelcomed guests who try to get into your wireless network and suspicious
activities will be displayed right on your mydlink™ Lite app or browser.
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• Faster Wireless Networking - The DIR-826L provides up to 300Mbps* wireless connection with other 802.11n
wireless clients. This capability allows users to participate in real-time activities online, such as video streaming,
online gaming, and real-time audio. The performance of this 802.11n wireless router gives you the freedom of
wireless networking at speeds 14x faster than 802.11g.
• Compatible with 802.11a/g Devices - The DIR-826L is still fully compatible with the IEEE 802.11g and 802.11a
standards, so it can connect with existing 802.11g and 802.11a 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 ltering based on MAC Address, URL, and/or Domain
Name.
• Filter Scheduling - These lters can be scheduled to be active on certain days or for a duration of
hours or minutes.
• Secure Multiple/Concurrent Sessions - The DIR-826L can pass through VPN sessions. It supports
multiple and concurrent IPSec and PPTP sessions, so users behind the DIR-826L can securely access
corporate networks.
• User-friendly Setup Wizard - Through its easy-to-use Web-based user interface, the DIR-826L lets you control
what information is accessible to those on the wireless network, whether from the Internet or from your company’s
server. Congure your router to your specic settings within minutes.
* Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11a, 802.11g and 802.11n specications. Actual data throughput will vary. Network conditions and environmental
factors, including volume of network trac, building materials and construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate. Environmental conditions will
adversely aect wireless signal range.
Features
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Hardware Overview
Connections
1USB Port Connect a USB ash drive to share content throughout your network.
2WPS Button Press to start the WPS process. The Internet LED will start to blink.
3LAN Ports (1-4) Connect 10/100/1000 Ethernet devices such as computers, switches, storage (NAS) devices and game consoles.
4Internet Port Using an Ethernet cable, connect your broadband modem to this port.
5Power Button Press the power button to power on and o.
6Power Receptor Receptor for the supplied power adapter.
1
3
4
5
6
2
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LEDs
1Power LED A solid green light indicates a proper connection to the power supply. The light will blink green during
the WPS process. The light will blink orange during boot up.
2Internet LED A solid light indicates connection on the Internet port. If the LED is orange, the connection is good but
the router cannot connect to the Internet.
1
2
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Before you Begin
Installation
This section will walk you through the installation process. Placement of the router is very important. Do not place the router
in an enclosed area such as a closet, cabinet, or in the attic or garage.
• Please congure 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 o your modem, disconnect the USB cable and connect an Ethernet cable to the Internet port
on the router, and then turn the modem back on. In some cases, you may need to call your ISP to change connection
types (USB to Ethernet).
• If you have DSL and are connecting via PPPoE, make sure you disable or uninstall any PPPoE software such as WinPoet,
Broadjump, or Enternet 300 from your computer or you will not be able to connect to the Internet.
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Wireless Installation Considerations
The D-Link wireless router lets you access your network using a wireless connection from virtually anywhere within the
operating range of your wireless network. Keep in mind, however, that the number, thickness and location of walls, ceilings,
or other objects that the wireless signals must pass through, may limit the range. Typical ranges vary depending on the types
of materials and background RF (radio frequency) noise in your home or business. The key to maximizing wireless range is to
follow these basic guidelines:
1. Keep the number of walls and ceilings between the D-Link router and other network devices to a minimum -
each wall or ceiling can reduce your adapter’s range from 3-90 feet (1-30 meters.) Position your devices so that
the number of walls or ceilings is minimized.
2. Be aware of the direct line between network devices. A wall that is 1.5 feet thick (.5 meters), at a 45-degree angle
appears to be almost 3 feet (1 meter) thick. At a 2-degree angle it looks over 42 feet (14 meters) thick! Position
devices so that the signal will travel straight through a wall or ceiling (instead of at an angle) for better reception.
3. Building Materials make a dierence. A solid metal door or aluminum studs may have a negative eect 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 (sh tanks), mirrors, le
cabinets, brick, and concrete will degrade your wireless signal.
4. Keep your product away (at least 3-6 feet or 1-2 meters) from electrical devices or appliances that generate RF
noise.
5. If you are using 2.4GHz cordless phones or X-10 (wireless products such as ceiling fans, lights, and home security
systems), your wireless connection may degrade dramatically or drop completely. Make sure your 2.4GHz phone
base is as far away from your wireless devices as possible. The base transmits a signal even if the phone in not
in use.
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1. Turn o and unplug your cable or DSL broadband modem. This is required.
Manual Setup
USB
WPS
1
2
3
4
INTERNET
POWER
2. Position your router close to your modem and a computer. Place the router in an open area of your intended
work area for better wireless coverage.
3. Unplug the Ethernet cable from your modem (or existing router if upgrading) that is connected to your computer.
Plug it into the LAN port labeled 1 on the back of your router. The router is now connected to your computer.
Modem
DIR-826L
Computer
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4. Plug one end of the included blue Ethernet cable that came with your router into the yellow port labeled
INTERNET on the back of the router. Plug the other end of this cable into the Ethernet port on your modem.
USB
WPS
1
2
3
4
INTERNET
POWER
INTERNET
5. Reconnect the power adapter to your cable or DSL broadband modem and wait for two minutes.
6. Connect the supplied power adapter into the power port on the back of the router and then plug it into a power
outlet or surge protector. Press the power button and verify that the power LED is lit. Allow 1 minute for the
router to boot up.
USB
WPS
1
2
3
4
INTERNET
POWER
INTERNET
7. If you are connecting to a Broadband service that uses a dynamic connection (not PPPoE), you may be online
already. Try opening a web browser and enter a web site. If you connect, you are nished with your Internet setup.
Please skip to page 13 to congure your router and use the manual setup procedure to congure your network
and wireless settings. If you did not connect to the Internet, use the D-Link Setup Wizard (refer to page 14).
DIR-826L
DIR-826L
Modem
Computer
Modem
Computer
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Note: It is strongly recommended to replace your existing router with the DIR-826L instead of using both. If your modem is a combo
router, you may want to contact your ISP or manufacturer’s user guide to put the router into Bridge mode, which will ‘turn o’ the
router (NAT) functions.
If you are connecting the DIR-826L router to an existing router to use as a wireless access point and/or switch, you will have
to do the following to the DIR-826L before connecting it 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. 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, 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 Advanced Network. Uncheck the Enable UPnP checkbox. Click Save Settings to continue.
4. Click Setup and then click Network Settings. Uncheck the Enable DHCP Server checkbox. Click Save Settings to continue.
Connect to an Existing Router
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5. Under Router Settings, enter an available IP address and the subnet mask of your network. Click Save Settings to save your
settings. Use this new IP address to access the conguration 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.
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 congure your wireless network,
open a web browser and enter the IP address you assigned to the router. Refer to the Conguration and Wireless Security
sections for more information on setting up your wireless network.
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There are several dierent ways you can congure your router to connect to the Internet and connect to your clients:
• QRS Mobile App - Use your iPhone, iPad, or iPod Touch to congure your router. Refer to page 21
• D-Link Setup Wizard - This wizard will launch when you log into the router for the rst time. Refer to page 14.
• Manual Setup - Log into the router and manually congure your router (advanced users only). Refer to page 26.
Conguration
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If this is your rst time logging into the router, this wizard will
start automatically.
This wizard is designed to guide you through a step-by-step
process to congure your new D-Link router and connect to the
Internet.
Click Next to continue.
Quick Setup Wizard
If this is your rst time installing the router, open your web
browser. You will automatically be directed to the Wizard Setup
Screen.
If you have already congured your settings and you would like
to access the conguration utility, please refer to page 26.
Please wait while your router detects your internet connection type.
If the router detects your Internet connection, you may need to enter
your ISP information such as username and password.
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If the router does not detect a valid Ethernet connection from the
Internet port, this screen will appear. Connect your broadband modem
to the Internet port and then click Try Again.
If the router detects an Ethernet connection but does not detect the type
of Internet connection you have, this screen will appear. Click Guide me
through the Internet Connection Settings to display a list of connection
types to choose from.
Select your Internet connection type and click Next to continue.
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If the router detected or you selected PPPoE, enter your PPPoE username
and password and click Next to continue.
Note: Make sure to remove your PPPoE software from your computer. The
software is no longer needed and will not work through a router.
If the router detected or you selected PPTP, enter your PPTP username,
password, and other information supplied by your ISP. Click Next to
continue.
If the router detected or you selected L2TP, enter your L2TP username,
password, and other information supplied by your ISP. Click Next to
continue.
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If the router detected or you selected Static, enter the IP and DNS
settings supplied by your ISP. Click Next to continue.
For both the 2.4GHz and 5GHz segments, create a wireless network a
name (SSID) using up to 32 characters.
Create a wireless security passphrase or key (between 8-63 characters).
Your wireless clients will need to have this passphrase or key entered
to be able to connect to your wireless network.
Click Next to continue.
In order to secure your router, please enter a new password. Check the
Enable Graphical Authentication box to enable CAPTCHA authentication
for added security. Click Next to continue.
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Select your time zone from the drop-down menu and click Next to
continue.
The Setup Complete window will display your wireless settings. Click
Save and Connect to continue.
If you want to create a bookmark to the router, click OK. Click Cancel if
you do not want to create a bookmark.
If you clicked Yes, a window may appear (depending on what web
browser you are using) to create a bookmark.
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To use the mydlink service (mydlink.com or the mydlink Lite app), you
must have an account. Select if you do have a mydlink account or if you
need to create one. Click Next to continue.
If you do not want to register at this time, click Cancel.
If you clicked Yes, enter your mydlink account name (email address) and
password. Click Login to register your router.
If you clicked No, ll out the requested information and click Next to
create your mydlink account.
Once your account information is entered, click Login.
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The mydlink App will allow you to receive notices, browse network
users, and congure your router from an iPhone/iPad/iPod Touch
(iOS 3.0 or higher), Android device (1.6 or higher).
To download the "mydlink lite" app, visit the Apple Store, Android
Market or http://mydlink.com/Lite.
PC and Mac users can use the mydlink portal at http://mydlink.com.
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QRS Mobile App
D-Link oers an app for your iPad, iPod Touch, or iPhone (iOS 4.3 or higher) to install and congure your router.
Step 1
From your iPad, Touch, or iPhone, go to the iTunes Store and
search for ‘D-Link’. Select QRS Mobile and then download it.
You may also scan this code to download.
Step 2
Once your app is installed, you may now congure your router.
Connect to the router wirelessly by going to your wireless utility
on your device. Scan for the wireless network name (SSID) as
listed on the supplied info card. Select and then enter your
security password (Wi-Fi Password).
Step 3
Once you connect to the router, launch the QRS mobile app and
it will guide you through the installation of your router.
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1. Insert your USB ash drive into DIR-826L.
2. Scan the bar code to download the SharePort Mobile APP from the app
store to your iPhone or iPad.
SharePort Mobile App
3. From your iOS mobile device, click Settings.
The SharePort Mobile app will allow you to access les from a USB thumb drive that is plugged into your router. You must enable le sharing from
the Setup > Storage page (refer to page 53) for this app to work properly.
Settings
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4. Click Wi-Fi, select the wireless network (SSID) that you created in the
setup and then enter your Wi-Fi password.
5. Once connected, click on the SharePort Mobile icon.
6. The following screen will appear.
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7. Click on Settings icon located on the right top corner of the screen. Click
Edit to enter your User Name and Password. Once you nish, click Done
to continue.
8. For the Movie section, click the movie icon to play your movie from your
USB ash drive.
9. For the Music section, click the music icon to play your music from your
USB ash drive.
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10. For the Photo section, click the Photo icon to view your photos from
your USB ash drive.
11. For the Files section, click on the Files icon to view your les from your
USB ash drive.
12. For the Folder section, click the folder icon to view your folders
from your USB ash drive.
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Web-based Conguration Utility
Select Admin from the drop-down menu and then enter
your password. Leave the password blank by default.
To access the configuration utility, open a web-browser such
as Internet Explorer and enter the IP address of the router
(http://192.168.0.1).
Windows and Mac users may also connect by typing
http://dlinkrouter in the address bar.
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Internet Connection Setup
Click Manual Internet Connection Setup to congure your
connection manually and continue to the next page.
If you want to congure your router to connect to the Internet
using the wizard, click Internet Connection Setup Wizard.
You will be directed to the Quick Setup Wizard. Please refer
to page 14.
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Select Static IP to manually enter the IP settings supplied by
your ISP.
Advanced Domain Name System (DNS) services enhances your
Internet performance by getting you the information and web
pages you are looking for faster and more reliably. In addition,
it improves your overall Internet experience by correcting many
common typo mistakes automatically, taking you where you
intended to go and saving you valuable time.
Disclaimer: D-Link makes no warranty as to the availability, reliability,
functionality and operation of the Advanced DNS service or its features.
Check to enable true Gigabit routing. This will increase the
through-put of the WAN-LAN connectivity of the router.
Enter the IP address assigned by your ISP.
Enter the Subnet Mask assigned by your ISP.
Enter the Gateway assigned by your ISP.
The DNS server information will be supplied by your ISP (Internet
Service Provider.)
Maximum Transmission Unit - you may need to change the MTU for optimal performance with your specic ISP. 1500 is the
default MTU.
My Internet Connection:
Enable Advanced DNS
Service:
Enable True Gigabit
Routing Connectivity:
IP Address:
Subnet Mask:
Default Gateway:
DNS Servers:
MTU:
Manual Internet Setup
Static (assigned by ISP)
Select Static IP Address if all the Internet port’s IP information is provided to you by your ISP. You will need to enter in the IP address, subnet mask,
gateway address, and DNS address(es) provided to you by your ISP. Each IP address entered in the elds must be in the appropriate IP form, which
are four octets separated by a dot (x.x.x.x). The Router will not accept the IP address if it is not in this format.
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MAC Address: The default MAC Address is set to the Internet port’s physical interface MAC address on the Broadband Router. It is not recommended
that you change the default MAC address unless required by your ISP. You can use the Copy Your PC’s MAC Address button to
replace the Internet port’s MAC address with the MAC address of your Ethernet card.
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Select Dynamic IP (DHCP) to obtain IP Address information
automatically from your ISP. Select this option if your ISP does not give
you any IP numbers to use. This option is commonly used for cable
modem services.
Advanced Domain Name System (DNS) services enhances your Internet
performance by getting you the information and web pages you
are looking for faster and more reliably. In addition, it improves your
overall Internet experience by correcting many common typo mistakes
automatically, taking you where you intended to go and saving you
valuable time.
Disclaimer: D-Link makes no warranty as to the availability, reliability,
functionality and operation of the Advanced DNS service or its features.
Check to enable true Gigabit routing. This will increase the through-put
of the WAN-LAN connectivity of the router.
The Host Name is optional but may be required by some ISPs. Leave
blank if you are not sure.
Check the box if you are having problems obtaining an IP address
from your ISP.
Enter the Primary and secondary DNS server IP addresses assigned by your ISP. These addresses are usually obtained automatically
from your ISP. Leave at 0.0.0.0 if you did not specically receive these from your ISP.
Maximum Transmission Unit - you may need to change the MTU for optimal performance with your specic ISP. 1500 is the
default MTU.
The default MAC Address is set to the Internet port’s physical interface MAC address on the Broadband Router. It is not recommended
that you change the default MAC address unless required by your ISP. You can use the Copy Your PC’s MAC Address button to
replace the Internet port’s MAC address with the MAC address of your Ethernet card.
My Internet
Connection:
Enable Advanced
DNS Service:
Host Name:
MAC Address:
Dynamic (Cable)
Primary/Secondary
DNS Server:
MTU:
Use Unicasting:
Enable True Gigabit
Routing Connectivity:
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Select PPPoE (Username/Password) from the drop-down menu.
Advanced Domain Name System (DNS) services enhances your Internet
performance by getting you the information and web pages you are looking
for faster and more reliably. In addition, it improves your overall Internet
experience by correcting many common typo mistakes automatically, taking
you where you intended to go and saving you valuable time.
Disclaimer: D-Link makes no warranty as to the availability, reliability, functionality
and operation of the Advanced DNS service or its features.
Check to enable true Gigabit routing. This will increase the through-put of
the WAN-LAN connectivity of the router.
Select Static IP if your ISP assigned you the IP address, subnet mask, gateway,
and DNS server addresses. In most cases, select Dynamic.
Enter the IP address (Static PPPoE only).
Enter your PPPoE user name.
Enter your PPPoE password and then retype the password in the next box.
Enter the ISP Service Name (optional).
Select either Always-on, On-Demand, or Manual.
My Internet
Connection:
Enable
Advanced DNS
Service:
Enable True
Gigabit Routing
Connectivity:
Address Mode:
IP Address:
User Name:
Password:
Service Name:
Reconnect
Mode:
Internet Setup
PPPoE (DSL)
Choose PPPoE (Point to Point Protocol over Ethernet) if your ISP uses a PPPoE connection. Your ISP will provide you with a
username and password. This option is typically used for DSL services. Make sure to remove your PPPoE software from your
computer. The software is no longer needed and will not work through a router.
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Maximum
Idle Time:
DNS
Addresses:
MTU:
MAC Address:
Enter a maximum idle time during which the Internet connection is maintained during inactivity. To disable this feature, enable
Auto-reconnect.
Enter the Primary and Secondary DNS Server Addresses (Static PPPoE only).
Maximum Transmission Unit - you may need to change the MTU for optimal performance with your specic ISP. 1492 is the default
MTU.
The default MAC Address is set to the Internet port’s physical interface MAC address on the Broadband Router. It is not recommended
that you change the default MAC address unless required by your ISP. You can use the Copy Your PC’s MAC Address button to
replace the Internet port’s MAC address with the MAC address of your Ethernet card.
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Select PPTP (Username/Password) from the drop-down menu.
Advanced Domain Name System (DNS) services enhances your Internet
performance by getting you the information and web pages you
are looking for faster and more reliably. In addition, it improves your
overall Internet experience by correcting many common typo mistakes
automatically, taking you where you intended to go and saving you
valuable time.
Disclaimer: D-Link makes no warranty as to the availability, reliability,
functionality and operation of the Advanced DNS service or its features.
Check to enable true Gigabit routing. This will increase the throughput
of the WAN-LAN connectivity of the router.
Select Static if your ISP assigned you the IP address, subnet mask,
gateway, and DNS server addresses. In most cases, select Dynamic.
Enter the IP address (Static PPTP only).
Enter the Primary and Secondary DNS Server Addresses (Static PPTP
only).
Enter the Gateway IP Address provided by your ISP.
Enter the Server IP provided by your ISP (optional).
Internet Setup
PPTP
Choose PPTP (Point-to-Point-Tunneling Protocol ) if your ISP uses a PPTP connection. Your ISP will provide you with a username
and password. This option is typically used for DSL services.
My Internet
Connection:
Enable
Advanced DNS
Service:
Enable True
Gigabit Routing
Connectivity:
Address Mode:
PPTP IP Address:
PPTP Subnet
Mask:
PPTP Gateway:
PPTP Server IP:
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Enter your PPTP username.
Enter your PPTP password and then retype the password in the next box.
Select either Always-on, On-Demand, or Manual.
Enter a maximum idle time during which the Internet connection is maintained during inactivity. To disable this feature, enable
Auto-reconnect.
The DNS server information will be supplied by your ISP (Internet Service Provider.)
Maximum Transmission Unit - you may need to change the MTU for optimal performance with your specic ISP. 1400 is the default
MTU.
The default MAC Address is set to the Internet port’s physical interface MAC address on the Broadband Router. It is not recommended
that you change the default MAC address unless required by your ISP. You can use the Clone Your PC’s MAC Address button to
replace the Internet port’s MAC address with the MAC address of your Ethernet card.
Username:
Password:
Reconnect
Mode:
Maximum Idle
Time:
DNS Servers:
MTU:
MAC Address:
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Select L2TP (Username/Password) from the drop-down menu.
Advanced Domain Name System (DNS) services enhances your
Internet performance by getting you the information and web
pages you are looking for faster and more reliably. In addition,
it improves your overall Internet experience by correcting many
common typo mistakes automatically, taking you where you
intended to go and saving you valuable time.
Disclaimer: D-Link makes no warranty as to the availability,
reliability, functionality and operation of the Advanced DNS service
or its features.
Check to enable true Gigabit routing. This will increase the
through-put of the WAN-LAN connectivity of the router.
Select Static if your ISP assigned you the IP address, subnet
mask, gateway, and DNS server addresses. In most cases, select
Dynamic.
Enter the L2TP IP address supplied by your ISP (Static only).
Enter the Subnet Mask supplied by your ISP (Static only).
Enter the Gateway IP Address provided by your ISP.
Enter the Server IP provided by your ISP (optional).
My Internet
Connection:
Enable
Advanced DNS
Service:
Enable True
Gigabit Routing
Connectivity:
Address Mode:
L2TP IP Address:
L2TP Subnet
Mask:
L2TP Gateway:
L2TP Server IP:
Internet Setup
L2TP
Choose L2TP (Layer 2 Tunneling Protocol) if your ISP uses a L2TP connection. Your ISP will provide you with a username and
password. This option is typically used for DSL services.
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Username:
Password:
Reconnect
Mode:
Maximum Idle
Time:
DNS Servers:
MTU:
Clone MAC
Address:
Enter your L2TP username.
Enter your L2TP password and then retype the password in the next box.
Select either Always-on, On-Demand, or Manual.
Enter a maximum idle time during which the Internet connection is maintained during inactivity. To disable this feature, enable
Auto-reconnect.
Enter the Primary and Secondary DNS Server Addresses (Static L2TP only).
Maximum Transmission Unit - you may need to change the MTU for optimal performance with your specic ISP. 1400 is the default
MTU.
The default MAC Address is set to the Internet port’s physical interface MAC address on the Broadband Router. It is not recommended
that you change the default MAC address unless required by your ISP. You can use the Clone Your PC’s MAC Address button to
replace the Internet port’s MAC address with the MAC address of your Ethernet card.
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Internet Setup
DS-Lite
Another Internet Connection type is DS-Lite.
DS-Lite
Conguration:
Select the DS-Lite DHCPv6 option to let the router allocate the
AFTR IPv6 address automatically. Select the Manual Conguration
to enter the AFTR IPv6 address in manually.
AFTR IPv6
Address:
After selecting the Manual Conguration option above, enter the
AFTR IPv6 address used here.
B4 IPv4 Address: Enter the B4 IPv4 address value used here.
WAN IPv6
Address:
Once connected, the WAN IPv6 address will be displayed here.
IPv6 WAN
Default Gateway
Once connected, the IPv6 WAN Default Gateway address will be
displayed here.
DS-Lite is an IPv6 connection type. After selecting DS-Lite, the following parameters will be available for conguration:
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Wireless Settings
If you want to congure the wireless settings on your router using
the wizard, click Wireless Security Setup Wizard and refer to
page 42.
Click Add Wireless Device with WPS if you want to add a wireless
device using Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) and refer to page 44.
If you want to manually congure the wireless settings on your
router click Manual Wireless Network Setup and refer to the
next page.
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Check the box to enable the wireless function. If you do not want to use
wireless, uncheck the box to disable all the wireless functions.
Select the time frame that you would like your wireless network enabled.
The schedule may be set to Always. Any schedule you create will be
available in the drop-down menu. Click New Schedule to create a
schedule.
Service Set Identier (SSID) is the name of your wireless network. Create
a name for your wireless network using up to 32 characters. The SSID is
case-sensitive.
Select one of the following:
802.11b Only - Select only if all of your wireless clients are 802.11b.
802.11g Only - Select only if all of your wireless clients are 802.11g.
802.11n Only - Select only if all of your wireless clients are 802.11n.
Mixed 802.11g and 802.11b - Select if you are using both 802.11g and 802.11b wireless clients.
Mixed 802.11n and 802.11g - Select if you are using both 802.11n and 802.11g wireless clients.
Mixed 802.11n, 11g, and 11b - Select if you are using a mix of 802.11n, 802.11g, and 802.11b wireless clients.
The Auto Channel Scan setting can be selected to allow the DIR-826L to choose the channel with the least amount of interference.
Indicates the channel setting for the DIR-826L. By default the channel is set to 6. The Channel can be changed to t the channel setting for an existing wireless
network or to customize the wireless network. If you enable Auto Channel Scan, this option will be greyed out.
Select the Channel Width:
Auto 20/40 - This is the default setting. Select if you are using both 802.11n and non-802.11n wireless devices.
20MHz - Select if you are not using any 802.11n wireless clients.
Select Invisible if you do not want the SSID of your wireless network to be broadcasted by the DIR-826L. If Invisible is selected, the SSID of the DIR-826L will
not be seen by Site Survey utilities so your wireless clients will have to know the SSID of your DIR-826L in order to connect to it.
Refer to page 41 for more information regarding wireless security.
Enable Wireless:
Schedule:
Wireless Network
Name:
802.11 Mode:
Enable Auto Channel
Scan:
Wireless Channel:
Manual Wireless Settings
Channel Width:
Visibility Status:
Wireless Security:
802.11n/g (2.4GHz)
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802.11n/a (5GHz)
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.
Select the time frame that you would like your wireless network
enabled. The schedule may be set to Always. Any schedule you
create will be available in the drop-down menu. Click New Schedule
to create a schedule.
Service Set Identier (SSID) is the name of your wireless network.
Create a name for your wireless network using up to 32 characters.
The SSID is case-sensitive.
Select one of the following:
802.11a Only - Select if all of your wireless clients are 802.11a.
802.11n Only - Select only if all of your wireless clients are 802.11n.
Mixed 802.11n and 802.11a - Select if you are using both 802.11n and 802.11a wireless clients.
The Auto Channel Scan setting can be selected to allow the DIR-826L to choose the channel with the least amount of interference.
Indicates the channel setting for the DIR-826L. By default the channel is set to 6. The Channel can be changed to t the channel setting for an existing wireless
network or to customize the wireless network. If you enable Auto Channel Scan, this option will be greyed out.
Select the Channel Width:
Auto 20/40 - This is the default setting. Select if you are using both 802.11n and non-802.11n wireless devices.
20MHz - Select if you are not using any 802.11n wireless clients.
Select Invisible if you do not want the SSID of your wireless network to be broadcasted by the DIR-826L. If Invisible is selected, the SSID of the DIR-826L will
not be seen by Site Survey utilities so your wireless clients will have to know the SSID of your DIR-826L in order to connect to it.
Refer to the next page for more information regarding wireless security.
Enable Wireless:
Schedule:
Wireless Network
Name:
802.11 Mode:
Enable Auto Channel
Scan:
Wireless Channel:
Channel Width:
Visibility Status:
Wireless Security:
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Wireless Security
This section will show you the dierent levels of security you can use to protect your data from intruders. The DIR-826L oers the
following types of security:
• WPA2 (Wi-Fi Protected Access 2) • WPA2-PSK (Pre-Shared Key)
• WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access) • 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-specic MAC address, which is relatively simple
to be snied 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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Wireless Security Setup Wizard
To run the security wizard, click on Setup at the top and then click
Wireless Network Setup Wizard.
Type your desired wireless network name (SSID).
Automatically: Select this option to automatically generate
the router’s network key and click Next.
Manually: Select this option to manually enter your network
key and click Next.
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If you selected Automatically, the summary window will display
your settings. Write down the security key and enter this on your
wireless clients. Click Save to save your settings.
If you selected Manually, the following screen will appear. Create
a passphrase for your security password. Click Next to continue.
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From the Setup > Wireless Settings screen, click Add Wireless
Device with WPS.
Add Wireless Device with WPS Wizard
If you select Manual, a settings summary screen will appear. Write
down the security key and enter this on your wireless clients. Click
OK to nish.
Select Auto to add a wireless client using WPS (Wi-Fi Protected
Setup) and then click Next. Skip to the next page.
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PIN: Select this option to use PIN method. In order to use this
method you must know the wireless client’s 8 digit PIN and click
Connect.
PBC: Select this option to use PBC (Push Button) method to add
a wireless client. Click Connect.
Once you click Connect, you will have a 120 second time limit
to apply the settings to your wireless client(s) and successfully
establish a connection.
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WPA/WPA2-Personal (PSK)
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 conguration by opening a web browser and
entering the IP address of the router (192.168.0.1). Click on Setup and
then click Wireless Settings on the left side.
2. Next to Security Mode, select WPA-Personal.
3. Next to WPA Mode, select Auto, WPA2 Only, or WPA Only. Use Auto
if you have wireless clients using both WPA and WPA2.
4. Next to Cypher Type, select TKIP and AES, TKIP, or AES.
5. Next to Group Key Update Interval, enter the amount of time before
the group key used for broadcast and multicast data is changed (3600
is default).
6. Next to Pre-Shared Key, enter a key (passphrase). The key is entered as
a pass-phrase in ASCII format at both ends of the wireless connection.
The pass-phrase must be between 8-63 characters.
7. Click Save Settings to save your settings. If you are conguring the
router with a wireless adapter, you will lose connectivity until you
enable WPA-PSK on your adapter and enter the same passphrase as
you did on the router.
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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 conguration by opening a web browser and
entering the IP address of the router (192.168.0.1). Click on Setup
and then click Wireless Settings on the left side.
2. Next to Security Mode, select WPA-Enterprise.
3. Next to WPA Mode, select Auto, WPA2 Only, or WPA Only. Use Auto
if you have wireless clients using both WPA and WPA2.
4. Next to Cypher Type, select TKIP and AES, TKIP, or AES.
5. Next to Group Key Update Interval, enter the amount of time before
the group key used for broadcast and multicast data is changed
(3600 is default).
6. Next to Authentication Timeout, enter the amount of time before a
client is required to re-authenticate (60 minutes is default).
7. Next to RADIUS Server IP Address enter the IP Address of your RADIUS
server.
Congure WPA/WPA2-Enterprise (RADIUS)
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8. Next to RADIUS Server Port, enter the port you are using with
your RADIUS server. 1812 is the default port.
9. Next to RADIUS Server Shared Secret, enter the security key.
10. If the MAC Address Authentication box is selected then the user
will need to connect from the same computer whenever logging
into the wireless network.
11. Click Advanced to enter settings for a secondary RADIUS Server.
12. Click Apply Settings to save your settings.
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This section will allow you to change the local network settings of the router and to congure the DHCP settings.
Network Settings
Enter the IP address of the router. The default IP address
is 192.168.0.1.
If you change the IP address, once you click Save Settings,
you will need to enter the new IP address in your browser
to get back into the conguration utility.
Enter the Subnet Mask. The default subnet mask is
255.255.255.0.
Enter a name for the router.
Enter the Domain name (Optional).
Uncheck the box to transfer the DNS server information
from your ISP to your computers. If checked, your
computers will use the router for a DNS server.
Router IP Address:
Subnet Mask:
Device Name:
Local Domain:
Enable DNS Relay:
Router Settings
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DHCP Server Settings
DHCP stands for Dynamic Host Control Protocol. The DIR-826L 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-826L. 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.
Check this box to enable the DHCP server on your router.
Uncheck to disable this function.
Enter the starting and ending IP addresses for the DHCP server’s
IP assignment.
Note: If you statically (manually) assign IP addresses to your
computers or devices, make sure the IP addresses are outside of
this range or you may have an IP conict.
The length of time for the IP address lease. Enter the Lease time
in minutes.
Enable this feature to broadcast your networks DHCP server to
LAN/WLAN clients.
NetBIOS allows LAN hosts to discover all other computers within
the network, enable this feature to allow the DHCP Server to
oer NetBIOS conguration settings.
Enable this feature to allow WINS information to be learned from the WAN side, disable to allow manual conguration.
This feature allows the conguration of a NetBIOS ‘domain’ name under which network hosts operates. This setting has no eect if
the ‘Learn NetBIOS information from WAN’ is activated.
Enable DHCP
Server:
DHCP IP Address
Range:
DHCP Lease Time:
Always
Broadcast:
NetBIOS
Announcement:
Learn NetBIOS
from WAN:
NetBIOS Scope:
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NetBIOS Node:
WINS IP
Address:
Select the dierent type of NetBIOS node; Broadcast only, Point-to-Point, Mixed-mode, and Hybrid.
Enter your WINS Server IP address(es).
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DHCP Reservation
If you want a computer or device to always have the same IP address assigned, you can create a DHCP reservation. The router will assign the IP
address only to that computer or device.
Note: This IP address must be within the DHCP IP Address Range.
Check this box to enable the reservation.
Enter the computer name or select from the drop-down
menu and click <<.
Enter the IP address you want to assign to the computer
or device. This IP Address must be within the DHCP IP
Address Range.
Enter the MAC address of the computer or device.
If you want to assign an IP address to the computer you
are currently on, click this button to populate the elds.
Click Save to save your entry. You must click Save Settings
at the top to activate your reservations.
Displays any reservation entries. Displays the host name
(name of your computer or device), MAC Address, and IP
address.
Check to enable the reservation.
Click the edit icon to make changes to the reservation entry.
Click to remove the reservation from the list.
Enable:
Computer Name:
IP Address:
MAC Address:
Copy Your PC’s
MAC Address:
Save:
DHCP
Reservations List:
Enable:
Edit:
Delete:
DHCP Reservations List
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Storage
This page will allow you to access les from a USB external hard drive or thumb drive that is plugged into the router from your
local network or from the Internet using either a web browser or an app for your smartphone or tablet. You can create users
to be allowed to access these les.
Check to enable sharing les on your USB storage device
that is plugged in your router.
Check to enable HTTP access to your router’s storage. You
will have to type HTTP in the URL.
Enter a port (8181 is default). You will have to enter this port
in the URL when connecting to the shared les. For example:
(http://192.168.0.1:8181).
Check to enable HTTPS (secure) access to your router’s
storage. You will have to type HTTPS in the URL.
Enter a port (4433 is default). You will have to enter this port
in the URL when connecting to the shared les. For example:
(https://192.168.0.1:4433).
To create a new user, enter a user name.
Enter a password for this account.
Re-enter the password. Click Add/Edit to create the user.
Displays the accounts. The Admin and Guest accounts are
built-in to the router.
Displays the USB device plugged into the router.
Enable Web File
Access:
Enable HTTP
Storage Remote
Access:
Remote Access
Port:
Enable HTTPS
Storage Remote
Access:
Remote HTTPS
Port:
User Name:
Password:
Verify Password:
User List:
Number of
Devices:
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Access Files from the Internet
If you would like to access your les that are on your USB thumb drive or external hard drive that is connected to your router, follow the steps below:
Step 1 - Enable Web File Access
Check the Enable Web File Access checkbox to enable. Then select
if you want to use HTTP or HTTPS (secure) and enter the port(s) you
want to use. The default for HTTP is 8181 and HTTPS is 4433.
Step 2 - Create a User Account
Under User Creation, enter a username and password, and then click
Add/Edit.
Step 3 - Congure your Access Path
Under User List, click the Modify icon for the user you just created.
Here you can browse to the folder on your USB storage device you
want to assign the Access Path to.
Step 4 - Save Settings
If you want to add more users, repeat steps 3 and 4. Once you are
nished, click the Save Settings button at the top to save your
settings.
Note that under the HTTP Storage Link (at the bottom) will display
the URL(s) you can use to connect. Also if you selected HTTPS, you
must type in HTTPS:// instead of HTTP:// to get a secure connection.
For example, if you selected HTTPS and changed the port to
3200, and your WAN IP address is 1.2.3.4, then you would enter
HTTPS://1.2.3.4:3200 to connect.
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IPv6
On this page, the user can congure the IPv6 Connection type. There are two ways to set up the IPv6 Internet connection. You
can use the Web-based IPv6 Internet Connection Setup Wizard, or you can manually congure the connection.
For the beginner user that has not congured a router before, click on
the IPv6 Internet Connection Setup Wizard button and the router will
guide you through a few simple steps to get your network up and running.
For the advanced user that has congured a router before, click on the
Manual IPv6 Internet Connection Setup button to input all the settings
manually.
To congure the IPv6 local settings, click on the IPv6 Local Connectivity
Setup button.
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IPv6 Internet Connection Setup Wizard
On this page, the user can congure the IPv6 Connection type using the IPv6 Internet Connection Setup Wizard.
Click the IPv6 Internet Connection Setup Wizard button and the router will guide
you through a few simple steps to get your network up and running.
Click Next to continue to the next page. Click Cancel to discard the changes made
and return to the main page.
The router will try to detect whether its possible to obtain the IPv6 Internet
connection type automatically. If this succeeds then the user will be guided through
the input of the appropriate parameters for the connection type found.
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However, if the automatic detection fails, the user will be prompt to either Try
again or to click on the Guide me through the IPv6 settings button to initiate the
manual continual of the wizard.
There are several connection types to choose from. 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. The 3 options available
on this page are IPv6 over PPPoE, Static IPv6 address and Route, and Tunneling
Connection.
Choose the required IPv6 Internet Connection type and click on the Next button
to continue. Click on the Prev button to return to the previous page. Click on the
Cancel button to discard all the changes made and return to the main page.
Click on the Next button to continue. Click on the Prev button to return to the previous page.
Click on the Cancel button to discard all the changes made and return to the main page.
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IPv6 over PPPoE
After selecting the IPv6 over PPPoE option, the user will be able to congure the
IPv6 Internet connection that requires a username and password to get online.
Most DSL modems use this type of connection.
The following parameters will be available for conguration:
PPPoE Session: Select the PPPoE Session value used here. This
option will state that this connection shares it’s
information with the already congured IPv6
PPPoE connection, or the user can create a new
PPPoE connection here.
User Name: Enter the PPPoE username used here. If you do not
know your user name, please contact your ISP.
Password: Enter the PPPoE password used here. If you do not
know your password, please contact your ISP.
Verify Password: Re-enter the PPPoE password used here.
Service Name: Enter the service name for this connection here.
This option is optional.
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Static IPv6 Address Connection
This mode is used when your ISP provides you with a set IPv6 addresses that does not change. The IPv6 information is manually entered in your
IPv6 conguration settings. You must enter the IPv6 address, Subnet Prex Length, Default Gateway, Primary DNS Server, and Secondary DNS
Server. Your ISP provides you with all this information.
Use Link-Local
Address:
IPv6 Address:
Subnet Prex
Length:
Default Gateway:
Primary IPv6 DNS
Address:
Secondary IPv6
DNS Address:
LAN IPv6 Address:
The Link-local address is used by nodes and routers when
communicating with neighboring nodes on the same link.
This mode enables IPv6-capable devices to communicate
with each other on the LAN side.
Enter the WAN IPv6 address for the router here.
Enter the WAN subnet prex length value used here.
Enter the WAN default gateway IPv6 address used here.
Enter the WAN primary DNS Server address used here.
Enter the WAN secondary DNS Server address used here.
These are the settings of the LAN (Local Area Network)
IPv6 interface for the router. The router’s LAN IPv6 Address
conguration is based on the IPv6 Address and Subnet
assigned by your ISP. (A subnet with prex /64 is supported
in LAN.)
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The following parameters will be available for conguration:
6rd IPv6 Prex: Enter the 6rd IPv6 address and prex value used
here.
IPv4 Address: Enter the IPv4 address used here.
Mask Length: Enter the IPv4 mask length used here.
Assigned IPv6 Prex: Displays the IPv6 assigned prex value here.
6rd Border Relay IPv4
Address:
Enter the 6rd border relay IPv4 address used here.
IPv6 DNS Server: Enter the primary DNS Server address used here.
The IPv6 Internet Connection Setup Wizard is complete.
Click on the Connect button to continue. Click on the Prev button to return to
the previous page. Click on the Cancel button to discard all the changes made
and return to the main page.
Tunneling Connection (6rd)
After selecting the Tunneling Connection (6rd) option, the user can congure the IPv6 6rd connection settings.
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IPv6 Manual Setup
There are several connection types to choose from: Auto Detection, Static IPv6, Autoconguration (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.
Auto Detection
Select Auto Detection to have the router detect and automatically
congure your IPv6 setting from your ISP.
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Static IPv6
Select Static IPv6 from the drop-down menu.
Enter the address settings supplied by your Internet provider
(ISP).
Enter the LAN (local) IPv6 address for the router.
Displays the Router’s LAN Link-Local Address.
Check to enable the Autoconguration feature.
Select Stateful (DHCPv6), SLAAC + RDNSS or SLAAC +
Stateless DHCPv6.
Enter the start IPv6 Address for the DHCPv6 range for your
local computers.
Enter the end IPv6 Address for the DHCPv6 range for your
local computers.
Enter the IPv6 Address Lifetime (in minutes).
My IPv6 Connection:
WAN IPv6 Address
Settings:
LAN IPv6 Address:
LAN Link-Local Address:
Enable
Autoconguration:
Autoconguration Type:
IPv6 Address Range
Start:
IPv6 Address Range
End:
IPv6 Address Lifetime:
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Autoconguration
Select Autoconguration (Stateless/DHCPv6) from the
drop-down menu.
Select either Obtain DNS server address automatically or
Use the following DNS Address.
Enter the primary and secondary DNS server addresses.
Enter the LAN (local) IPv6 address for the router.
Displays the Router’s LAN Link-Local Address.
Check to enable the Autoconguration feature.
Select Stateful (DHCPv6), SLAAC + RDNSS or SLAAC +
Stateless DHCPv6.
Enter the start IPv6 Address for the DHCPv6 range for your
local computers.
Enter the end IPv6 Address for the DHCPv6 range for your
local computers.
Enter the IPv6 Address Lifetime (in minutes).
My IPv6 Connection:
IPv6 DNS Settings:
Primary/Secondary DNS
Address:
LAN IPv6 Address:
LAN Link-Local Address:
Enable
Autoconguration:
Autoconguration Type:
IPv6 Address Range
Start:
IPv6 Address Range
End:
IPv6 Address Lifetime:
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PPPoE
Select PPPoE from the drop-down menu.
Enter the PPPoE account settings supplied by your Internet
provider (ISP).
Select Static if your ISP assigned you the IP address, subnet mask,
gateway, and DNS server addresses. In most cases, select Dynamic.
Enter the IP address (Static PPPoE only).
Enter your PPPoE user name.
Enter your PPPoE password and then retype the password in the
next box.
Enter the ISP Service Name (optional).
Select either Always-on, On-Demand, or Manual.
Enter 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 specic ISP. 1492 is the default MTU.
Select either Obtain DNS server address automatically or Use
the following DNS Address.
Enter the primary and secondary DNS server addresses.
Enter the LAN (local) IPv6 address for the router.
Displays the Router’s LAN Link-Local Address.
Check to enable the Autoconguration feature.
My IPv6 Connection:
PPPoE:
Address Mode:
IP Address:
User Name:
Password:
Service Name:
Reconnection Mode:
Maximum Idle Time:
MTU:
IPv6 DNS Settings:
Primary/Secondary DNS
Address:
LAN IPv6 Address:
LAN Link-Local Address:
Enable Autoconguration:
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Autoconguration Type:
IPv6 Address Range Start:
IPv6 Address Range End:
IPv6 Address Lifetime:
Select Stateful (DHCPv6), SLAAC + RDNSS or SLAAC + Stateless DHCPv6.
Enter the start IPv6 Address for the DHCPv6 range for your local computers.
Enter the end IPv6 Address for the DHCPv6 range for your local computers.
Enter the IPv6 Address Lifetime (in minutes).
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IPv6 in IPv4 Tunneling
Select IPv6 in IPv4 Tunnel from the drop-down menu.
Enter the settings supplied by your Internet provider (ISP).
Enter the LAN (local) IPv6 address for the router.
Displays the Router’s LAN Link-Local Address.
Check to enable the Autoconguration feature.
Select Stateful (DHCPv6), SLAAC + RDNSS or SLAAC + Stateless
DHCPv6.
Enter the start IPv6 Address for the DHCPv6 range for your local
computers.
Enter the end IPv6 Address for the DHCPv6 range for your local
computers.
Enter the Router Advertisement Lifetime (in minutes).
My IPv6
Connection:
IPv6 in IPv4 Tunnel
Settings:
LAN IPv6 Address:
LAN Link-Local
Address:
Enable
Autoconguration:
Autoconguration
Type:
IPv6 Address
Range Start:
IPv6 Address
Range End:
Pv6 Address
Lifetime:
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6 to 4 Tunneling
Select 6 to 4 from the drop-down menu.
Enter the IPv6 settings supplied by your Internet provider (ISP).
Enter the primary and secondary DNS server addresses.
Enter the LAN (local) IPv6 address for the router.
Displays the Router’s LAN Link-Local Address.
Check to enable the Autoconguration feature.
Select Stateful (DHCPv6), SLAAC + RDNSS or SLAAC + Stateless
DHCPv6.
Enter the start IPv6 Address for the DHCPv6 range for your local
computers.
Enter the end IPv6 Address for the DHCPv6 range for your local
computers.
Enter the IPv6 Address Lifetime (in minutes).
My IPv6 Connection:
6 to 4 Settings:
Primary/Secondary
DNS Address:
LAN IPv6 Address:
LAN Link-Local
Address:
Enable
Autoconguration:
Autoconguration
Type:
IPv6 Address Range
Start:
IPv6 Address Range
End:
IPv6 Address
Lifetime:
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6rd
Select 6rd from the drop-down menu.
Enter the address settings supplied by your Internet provider
(ISP).
Enter the LAN (local) IPv6 address for the router.
Displays the Router’s LAN Link-Local Address.
Check to enable the Autoconguration feature.
Select Stateful (DHCPv6), SLAAC+RDNSS or SLAAC + Stateless
DHCPv6.
Enter the Router Advertisement Lifetime (in minutes).
My IPv6 Connection:
6RD Settings:
LAN IPv6 Address:
LAN Link-Local Address:
Enable
Autoconguration:
Autoconguration Type:
Router Advertisement
Lifetime:
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Select Link-Local Only from the drop-down
menu.
Displays the IPv6 address of the router.
My IPv6 Connection:
LAN IPv6 Address
Settings:
Link-Local Connectivity
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mydlink Settings
Displays whether your device is registered with a mydlink
account or not.
Click to go to the mydlink website to register or edit your
settings.
mydlink Service:
Register mydlink
Settings:
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This will allow you to open a single port. If you would like to open a range of ports, refer to the next page.
Enter a name for the rule or select an application from
the drop-down menu. Select an application and click
<< to populate the elds.
Enter the IP address of the computer on your local
network that you want to allow the incoming
service to. If your computer is receiving an IP address
automatically from the router (DHCP), you computer
will be listed in the “Computer Name” drop-down
menu. Select your computer and click <<.
Enter the port that you want to open next to Private
Port and Public Port. The private and public ports are
usually the same. The public port is the port seen from
the Internet side, and the private port is the port being
used by the application on the computer within your
local network.
Select TCP, UDP, or Both from the drop-down menu.
The schedule of time when the Virtual Server Rule
will be enabled. The schedule may be set to Always,
which will allow the particular service to always be
enabled. You can create your own times in the Tools
> Schedules section.
Select Allow All (most common) or a created Inbound
lter. You may create your own inbound lters in the
Advanced > Inbound Filter page.
Name:
IP Address:
Private Port/
Public Port:
Protocol Type:
Schedule:
Inbound Filter:
Virtual Server
Advanced
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This will allow you to open a single port or a range of ports.
Port Forwarding
Enter a name for the rule or select an application
from the drop-down menu. Select an application
and click << to populate the elds.
Enter the IP address of the computer on your local
network that you want to allow the incoming service
to. If your computer is receiving an IP address
automatically from the router (DHCP), you computer
will be listed in the “Computer Name” drop-down
menu. Select your computer and click <<.
Enter the TCP and/or UDP port or ports that you
want to open. You can enter a single port or a range
of ports. Separate ports with a common.
Example: 24,1009,3000-4000
The schedule of time when the Virtual Server Rule
will be enabled. The schedule may be set to Always,
which will allow the particular service to always be
enabled. You can create your own times in the Tools
> Schedules section.
Select Allow All (most common) or a created
Inbound lter. You may create your own inbound
lters in the Advanced > Inbound Filter page.
Name:
IP Address:
TCP/UDP:
Schedule:
Inbound Filter:
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Enter a name for the rule. You may select a
pre-dened application from the drop-down menu
and click <<.
This is the port used to trigger the application. It
can be either a single port or a range of ports.
Select the protocol of the trigger port (TCP, UDP,
or Both).
This is the port number on the Internet side that
will be used to access the application. You may
dene a single port or a range of ports. You can use
a comma to add multiple ports or port ranges.
Select the protocol of the rewall port (TCP, UDP,
or Both).
The schedule of time when the Application Rule
will be enabled. The schedule may be set to Always,
which will allow the particular service to always
be enabled. You can create your own times in the
Tools > Schedules section.
Name:
Trigger:
Trac Type:
Firewall:
Trac Type:
Schedule:
Application Rules
Some applications require multiple connections, such as Internet gaming, video conferencing, Internet telephony and others.
These applications have diculties working through NAT (Network Address Translation). Special Applications makes some of
these applications work with the DIR-826L. If you need to run applications that require multiple connections, specify the port
normally associated with an application in the “Trigger Port” eld, select the protocol type as TCP or UDP, then enter the rewall
(public) ports associated with the trigger port to open them for inbound trac.
The DIR-826L provides some predened applications in the table on the bottom of the web page. Select the application you
want to use and enable it.
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QoS Engine
This option is disabled by default. Enable this option for better performance
and experience with online games and other interactive applications, such
as VoIP.
This option is enabled by default when the QoS Engine option is enabled. This
option will allow your router to automatically determine the uplink speed of
your Internet connection.
This displays the detected uplink speed.
The speed at which data can be transferred from the router to your ISP. This
is determined by your ISP. ISP’s often speed as a download/upload pair.
For example, 1.5Mbits/284Kbits. Using this example, you would enter 284.
Alternatively you can test your uplink speed with a service such as speedtest.net.
A QoS Engine Rule identies a specic message ow and assigns a priority
to that ow. For most applications, automatic classication will be adequate,
and specic QoS Engine Rules will not be required.
The QoS Engine supports overlaps between rules, where more than one rule
can match for a specic message ow. If more than one rule is found to match
the rule with the highest priority will be used.
Create a name for the rule that is meaningful to you.
The priority of the message ow is entered here -- 1 receives the highest priority (most urgent) and 255 receives the lowest priority (least urgent).
The protocol used by the messages.
The rule applies to a ow of messages whose LAN-side IP address falls within the range set here.
The rule applies to a ow of messages whose LAN-side port number is within the range set here.
The rule applies to a ow of messages whose WAN-side IP address falls within the range set here.
The rule applies to a ow of messages whose WAN-side port number is within the range set here.
Enable QoS Engine:
Automatic Uplink
Speed:
Measured Uplink
Speed:
Manual Uplink Speed:
QoS Engine Rules:
Name:
Priority:
Protocol:
Local IP Range:
Local Port Range:
Remote IP Range:
Remote Port Range:
The QoS Engine option helps improve your network gaming performance by prioritizing applications. By default the QoS Engine settings are
disabled and application priority is not classied automatically.
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Network Filters
Select Turn MAC Filtering O, Allow MAC addresses
listed below, or Deny MAC addresses listed below
from the drop-down menu.
Enter the MAC address you would like to lter.
To nd the MAC address on a computer, please refer
to the Networking Basics section in this manual.
Select a DHCP client from the drop-down menu and
click << to copy that MAC Address.
Click to remove the MAC address.
Congure MAC
Filtering:
MAC Address:
DHCP Client:
Clear:
Use MAC (Media Access Control) Filters to allow or deny LAN (Local Area Network) computers by their MAC addresses from
accessing the network. You can either manually add a MAC address or select the MAC address from the list of clients that are
currently connected to the Broadband Router.
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Access Control
Click the Add Policy button to start the Access
Control Wizard.
Add Policy:
The Access Control section allows you to control access in and out of your network. Use this feature as Parental Controls to
only grant access to approved sites, limit web access based on time or dates, and/or block access from applications like P2P
utilities or games.
Click Next to continue with the wizard.
Access Control Wizard
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Enter a name for the policy and then click Next to continue.
Select a schedule (I.E. Always) from the drop-down menu and
then click Next to continue.
Enter the following information and then click Next to continue.
• Address Type - Select IP address, MAC address, or Other
Machines.
• IP Address - Enter the IP address of the computer you want to
apply the rule to.
• Machine Address - Enter the PC MAC address (i.e. 00:00.00.00.00).
Select the ltering method and then click Next to continue.
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Enter the rule:
Enable - Check to enable the rule.
Name - Enter a name for your rule.
Dest IP Start - Enter the starting IP address.
Dest IP End - Enter the ending IP address.
Protocol - Select the protocol.
Dest Port Start - Enter the starting port number.
Dest Port End - Enter the ending port number.
To enable web logging, click Enable.
Click Save to save the access control rule.
Your newly created policy will now show up under Policy Table.
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Add Website
Filtering Rule:
Website URL/
Domain:
Website Filters
Select either DENY computers access to ONLY
these sites or ALLOW computers access to ONLY
these sites.
Enter the keywords or URLs that you want to allow
or block. Click Save Settings.
Website Filters are used to allow you to set up a list of Web sites that can be viewed by multiple users through the network.
To use this feature select to Allow or Deny, enter the domain or website and click Save Settings. You must also select Apply
Web Filter under the Access Control section (page 76).
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Enter a name for the inbound lter rule.
Select Allow or Deny.
Check to enable rule.
Enter the starting IP address. Enter 0.0.0.0 if you
do not want to specify an IP range.
Enter the ending IP address. Enter 255.255.255.255
if you do not want to specify and IP range.
Click the Add button to apply your settings. You
must click Save Settings at the top to save the
settings.
This section will list any rules that are created. You
may click the Edit icon to change the settings or
enable/disable the rule, or click the Delete icon
to remove the rule.
Name:
Action:
Enable:
Remote IP Start:
Remote IP End:
Add:
Inbound Filter
Rules List:
The Inbound Filter option is an advanced method of controlling data received from the Internet. With this feature you can
congure inbound data ltering rules that control data based on an IP address range. Inbound Filters can be used with Virtual
Server, Port Forwarding, or Remote Administration features.
Inbound Filters
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SPI (Stateful Packet Inspection, also known as dynamic packet ltering)
helps to prevent cyber attacks by tracking more state per session. It
validates that the trac passing through the session conforms to the
protocol.
Enable this feature to protect your network from certain kinds of
“spoong” attacks.
If an application has trouble working from behind the router, you can
expose one computer to the Internet and run the application on that
computer.
Note: Placing a computer in the DMZ may expose that computer to a
variety of security risks. Use of this option is only recommended as a last
resort.
Specify the IP address of the computer on the LAN that you want to have
unrestricted Internet communication. If this computer obtains it’s IP
address automatically using DHCP, be sure to make a static reservation
on the Setup > Network Settings page so that the IP address of the
DMZ machine does not change.
Allows multiple machines on the LAN to connect to their corporate network using PPTP protocol.
Allows multiple VPN clients to connect to their corporate network using IPSec. Some VPN clients support traversal of IPSec through
NAT. This ALG may interfere with the operation of such VPN clients. If you are having trouble connecting with your corporate network,
try turning this ALG o. Please check with the system administrator of your corporate network whether your VPN client supports
NAT traversal.
Enable SPI:
Anti-Spoof Check:
Enable DMZ:
DMZ IP Address:
PPTP:
IPSEC (VPN):
Firewall Settings
A rewall protects your network from the outside world. The DIR-826L oers a rewall type functionality. The SPI feature helps
prevent cyber attacks. Sometimes you may want a computer exposed to the outside world for certain types of applications.
If you choose to expose a computer, you can enable DMZ. DMZ is short for Demilitarized Zone. This option will expose the
chosen computer completely to the outside world.
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RTSP:
SIP:
Allows application that uses Real Time Streaming Protocol to receive streaming media from the Internet. QuickTime and Real Player
are some of the common applications using this protocol.
Allows devices and applications using VoIP (Voice over IP) to communicate across NAT. Some VoIP applications and devices have
the ability to discover NAT devices and work around them. This ALG may interfere with the operation of such devices. If you are
having trouble making VoIP calls, try turning this ALG o.

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