D Link IR604A1 Wireless N 150 Pocket Router & Access Point User Manual

D Link Corporation Wireless N 150 Pocket Router & Access Point

User Manual

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iD-Link DIR-604 User ManualD-Link reserves the right to revise this publication and to make changes in the content hereof without obligation to notify any person or organization of such revisions or changes.TrademarksD-Link and the D-Link logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of D-Link Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States or other countries. All other company or product names mentioned herein are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.Copyright © 2010 by D-Link Systems, Inc.All rights reserved. This publication may not be reproduced, in whole or in part, without prior expressed written permission from D-Link Systems, Inc.Preface
iiD-Link DIR-604 User ManualTable of ContentsPreface...........................................................................iManual Revisions ..................................................... iTrademarks .............................................................. iProduct Overview ........................................................ 1Package Contents ...................................................1System Requirements ............................................. 2Features .................................................................. 3Hardware Overview ................................................. 4Connections ....................................................... 4Top View ............................................................ 5Switching Between WAN Mode/3G Router Mode .................................................................. 6Installation ....................................................................7Before you Begin ..................................................... 7Wireless Installation Considerations ........................ 8Network Diagram  ....................................................9WAN Connection ............................................... 9Network Diagram  ..................................................103G Connection ................................................. 10Connect to Cable/DSL/Satellite Modem ................ 11Connect to a 3G Internet Service .......................... 13Connect to Another Router .................................... 14Conguration ............................................................. 16Web-based Conguration Utility ............................ 16Internet Connection Setup Wizard (3G Mode) .17Manual Conguration (3G Mode) .................... 203G Internet Connection ................................ 20Internet Connection Setup Wizard (WAN Mode) ...............................................................21Manual Conguration (WAN Mode) ................. 28Static IP Address .......................................... 29Dynamic IP Address (DHCP) .......................30PPPoE (Username/Password) .....................31PPTP (Username/Password) .......................33L2TP (Username/Password) ........................35Russia PPTP (Dual Access) ........................37Russia PPPoE (Dual Access) ...................... 39Wireless Settings ............................................. 41Manual Wireless Network Setup ..................42Network Settings .............................................. 44DHCP Server Settings .................................45DHCP Reservation .......................................46Virtual Server ...................................................47Port Forwarding ............................................... 49Application Rules .............................................50QoS Engine ..................................................... 51Network Filters ................................................. 52Website Filters ................................................. 53Firewall Settings .............................................. 54Firewall Rules ............................................... 55Advanced Wireless Settings ............................ 57Wi-Fi Protected Setup ...................................... 58Table of Contents
iiiD-Link DIR-604 User ManualTable of ContentsAdvanced Network Settings ............................. 59UPnP ............................................................59Internet Ping Block .......................................59Internet Port Speed ......................................59Multicast Streams ......................................... 59Administrator Settings ...................................... 60Change Password ........................................60Remote Management ................................... 60Time Settings ................................................... 61E-mail Settings ................................................. 62System Settings ............................................... 63Update Firmware ............................................. 64DDNS ............................................................... 65System Check .................................................. 66Schedules ........................................................67Device Information ........................................... 68Logs .................................................................69Statistics .......................................................... 70Internet Sessions .............................................71Wireless ...........................................................72Support ............................................................ 73Wireless Security.......................................................74What is WPA? .......................................................74Wireless Connection Setup Wizard ....................... 75Add Wireless Device with WPS Wizard ................. 78Congure WPA-Personal (PSK) ............................ 79Congure WPA-Enterprise (RADIUS) ................... 80Connect to a Wireless Network ................................ 81Using Windows Vista® ........................................... 81Congure WPA/WPA2 ..................................... 82Connect Using WCN 2.0 .................................. 84Using Windows® XP ............................................... 85Congure WPA-PSK ........................................ 86Troubleshooting ........................................................ 88Wireless Basics ......................................................... 92What is Wireless? .................................................. 93Tips ........................................................................ 95Wireless Modes ..................................................... 96Networking Basics .................................................... 97Check your IP address ..........................................97Statically Assign an IP address ............................. 98Technical Specications........................................... 99
1D-Link DIR-604 User ManualSection 1 - Product OverviewProduct OverviewNote: Using a power supply with a different voltage rating than the one included with the DIR-604 will cause damage and void the warranty for this product.Package ContentsD-Link DIR-604 Wireless 11n Router Power AdapterEthernet CableUSB Cable
2D-Link DIR-604 User ManualSection 1 - Product OverviewNetwork Requirements• An Ethernet-based Cable or DSL modem• IEEE 802.11n/g wireless clients• 10/100 EthernetWeb-based Conguration Utility RequirementsComputer with the following:• Windows®, Macintosh, or Linux-based operating system • An installed Ethernet adapterBrowser Requirements:• Internet Explorer 6.0 or higher• Mozilla 1.7.12 or higher• Firefox 1.5 or higher• Safari 1.0 or higher (with Java 1.3.1 or higher) • Flock 0.7.14 or higher• Opera 6.0 or higher Windows® Users: Make sure you have the latest version of Java installed. Visit www.java.com to download the latest version.System Requirements
3D-Link DIR-604 User ManualSection 1 - Product Overview• Faster Wireless Networking - The DIR-604 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. • Compatible with 802.11g Devices - The DIR-604 is still fully compatible with the IEEE 802.11g standard, so it can connect with existing 802.11g PCI, USB, and Cardbus adapters.• Advanced Firewall Features - The Web-based user interface displays a number of advanced network management features including: • Content Filtering - Easily applied content 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-604 can pass through VPN sessions. It supports multiple and concurrent IPSec and PPTP sessions, so users behind the DIR-604 can securely access corporate networks.• User-friendly Setup Wizard - Through its easy-to-use Web-based user interface, the DIR-604 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 802.11g and Final 802.11n specications. Actual data throughput will vary. Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of network trafc, building materials and construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate. Environmental conditions will adversely affect wireless signal range.Features
4D-Link DIR-604 User ManualSection 1 - Product OverviewPower ReceptorReceptor for the supplied power adapter.WPS ButtonPress the WPS button for 1 second to initiate the WPS  process.  The  LED  indicator  on  the  top  of the device will ash blue while a WPS connection is being established. The button will light blue for 300 seconds if a successful WPS connection has been made.Ethernet Port In  Router  mode,  the  Ethernet  port  is  used  to connect to your WAN connection. In AP mode, the Ethernet  port  is  used  to  connect  to  your  switch/router. In Client mode, the Ethernet port is used to connect your computer to a wireless network.   Hardware OverviewConnections
5D-Link DIR-604 User ManualSection 1 - Product OverviewWLAN LED A  solid  green  light  indicates  that the  wireless  segment  is  ready. This  LED  blinks  during  wireless data transmission.Power LED Lights orange during bootup. Lights green when router has booted up. A solid green light indicates a proper connection to the power supply. If the LED blinks orange the system has failed.Ethernet LEDA solid green light indicates that a link has been established. This LED blinks during  data transmission.Hardware OverviewTop ViewWPS ButtonPress  the  WPS  button  for  1  second  to initiate  the  WPS  process.  The  button  will ash blue while a WPS connection is being established. The button will light blue for 300 seconds  if  a  successful  WPS  connection has been made.
6D-Link DIR-604 User ManualSection 1 - Product OverviewHardware OverviewSwitching Among AP, Client, and Router ModeThe DIR-604 features a hardware switch located on the bottom of the device that enables users to switch among Router mode, Client mode, and AP mode. When the DIR-604 is operating in AP mode, the device acts as a basic access point without any routing functionality.When the DIR-604 is operating in Client mode, the PC that is connected to the device will use it as a wireless network interface in order that it can connect to a wireless router or access point.When the DIR-604 is operating in Router mode, WAN connectivity is achieved via the DIR-604’s Ethernet port. In this mode LAN clients need to access the DIR-604 via the DIR-604’s wireless connection.Mode SwitchUse  to  switch  among  AP  mode, Client mode, and Router mode.Reset ButtonPress  the  Reset  button  for  5 seconds  to  restore  the  Router  to its original factory default settings.
7D-Link DIR-604 User ManualSection 2 - 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. 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 (0.5 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 (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.Installation Considerations
8D-Link DIR-604 User ManualSection 2 - InstallationConnection - AP ModeTo use the DIR-604 in AP Mode, follow the steps below:1.  Ensure you have a broadband Internet connector, such as a cable or DSL client line that connects the Internet to your home or ofce. 2.  Connect the cable properly or install the modem.3.  Connect the cable or modem with the broadband router.  4.  Connect  the  DIR-604’s  Ethernet  port  to  your LAN. 5.  Move the switch to wireless AP Mode. 6.  Connect your PC or notebook to the DIR-604 using the PC or notebook’s wireless adapter.
9D-Link DIR-604 User ManualSection 2 - InstallationConnection - Client ModeTo use the DIR-604 in Client Mode, follow the steps below:1.  Ensure you have a broadband Internet connector, such as a cable or DSL client line that connects the Internet to your home or ofce. 2.  Connect the cable properly or install the modem.3.  Connect the cable or modem with the broadband router.  4.  Move the switch to Client Mode. 5.  Connect your PC or notebook to the DIR-604 using the PC or notebook’s wireless adapter.
10D-Link DIR-604 User ManualSection 2 - InstallationConnection - Router ModeTo use the DIR-604 in Router Mode, follow the steps below:1.  Ensure you have a broadband Internet connector, such as a cable or DSL client line that connects the Internet to your home or ofce. 2.  Connect the cable properly or install the modem.3.  Connect the cable or modem with the broadband router.  4.  Move the switch to Router Mode. 5.   If you want to link with a computer on the Internet, please install a wireless dongle on your computer. 6.  Install the driver on your computer.
11D-Link DIR-604 User ManualSection 2 - InstallationIf your Internet connection is provided using a cable/DSL/satellite modem, carry out the following procedure before connecting the router to a cable/DSL/satellite modem:• Move the AP Mode/Client Mode/Router Mode switch on the DIR-604 so that it is in the Client Mode position.• Congure the wireless settings on the DIR-604 in Client Mode (see “Wireless Connection” on page 17 for more information).• After conguring the wireless settings, move the AP Mode/Client Mode/Router Mode switch so that it is in the Router Mode position.To connect to a cable/DSL/Satellite modem, please follow the steps below:1. Place the Router in an open and central location. Do not plug the power adapter into the router. 2. 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 Ethernet port on the Router.  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 50 seconds for the router to boot. 7. Turn on your computer. 8. Use the wireless connection on your computer to connect to the Router, using the wireless settings you congured Connect to Cable/DSL/Satellite Modem
12D-Link DIR-604 User ManualSection 2 - Installationpreviously.9. Verify the link lights on the Router. The power light, Internet light, and the Wireless LAN light should be lit. If not, make sure your computer, modem, and router are powered on and verify the cable connections are correct. 10. Skip to “Conguration” on page 15 to congure your router.
13D-Link DIR-604 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:• Move the AP Mode/Client Mode/Router Mode switch on the DIR-604 so that it is in the AP Mode position.• Disable UPnP™• Disable DHCP• Change the LAN IP address to an available address on your network. The Ethernet port 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 Ethernet port using an Ethernet cable. Make sure your IP address on the computer is 192.168.0.xxx (where xxx is between 2 and 254). Please see the Networking Basics section for more information. If you need to change the settings, write down your existing settings before making any changes. In most cases, your computer should be set to receive an IP address automatically in which case you will not have to do anything to your computer.2. Open a web browser and enter http://192.168.0.1 and press Enter. When the login window appears, set the user name to Admin and leave the password box empty. Click Log In to continue.3. Click on Advanced and then click 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 server checkbox. Click Save Settings to continue.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 Connect to Another Router
14D-Link DIR-604 User ManualSection 2 - Installationbrowser 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 into the Ethernet port of the router and connect it to your other router.8. 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.
15D-Link DIR-604 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationConfigurationThis section will show you how to congure your new D-Link wireless Router using the Web-based conguration utility.Web-based Configuration Utility for AP ModeTo  access  the  conguration  utility,  open  a  Web-browser such as Internet Explorer and enter the IP address of the router (192.168.0.1).Type Admin in the User Name eld and then enter your password. Leave the password blank by default. Click the Login button to log in to the Router.If you get a Page Cannot be Displayed error, please refer to the Troubleshooting section for assistance.
16D-Link DIR-604 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationAP Mode Opening PageOnce logged into the Web interface of the Router in AP Mode, the Device Information page will appear. This displays the SSID, Channel, and Encryption status. To make changes to your wireless network, click Setup to access the Wireless Connection page.
17D-Link DIR-604 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationWireless ConnectionIf you want to congure the wireless settings on your Router using the wizard, click Wireless Connection Setup  Wizard  and  refer  to  “Wireless  Connection Setup Wizard” on page 81.If you want to manually congure the wireless settings on your Router, click Manual Wireless Connection Setup and refer to the next page.
18D-Link DIR-604 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationManual Wireless Network SetupTick  the  check  box  to  enable  the  wireless function. If you do not want to use wireless, de-select the check box to disable all the wireless functions.  Service Set Identier (SSID) is the name of your wireless network. Create a name using up to 32 characters. The SSID is case-sensitive.The Auto Channel Scan setting can be selected to allow the DIR-604 to choose the channel with the least amount of interference.Indicates the channel setting for the DIR-604. 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 grayed out.Select the transmit rate. It is strongly suggested to select Best (automatic) for best performance.WMM (Wi-Fi Multimedia) is QoS for your wireless network. Tick this box to improve the quality of video and voice applications for your wireless clients. This feature is not available in 802.11n congurations.Enable Wireless:Wireless Network Name (SSID):Enable Auto Channel Selection:Wireless Channel:Transmission Rate:WMM Enable:Enable Hidden  Wireless:Enabling Hidden Mode is another way to secure your network. With this option enabled, no wireless clients will be able to see your wireless network when they perform a scan to see what’s available.  In order for your wireless devices to connect to your Router, you will need to manually enter the Wireless Network Name on each device. Refer to Section 4 - Wireless Security for more information regarding wireless security. Security Mode:
19D-Link DIR-604 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationLAN SetupThis section will allow you to change the internal network settings of the Router and to congure 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 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 the default gateway IP address.Enter the primary DNS server IP address.Enter the secondary DNS server IP address.Tick this check box to enable the DHCP server on your Router. De-select 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.Router IP Address:Subnet Mask:Default Gateway:Primary DNS Server:Secondary DNS Server:Enable DHCP Server:DHCP IP Address  Range:DHCP Lease Time:                               The length of time for the IP address lease. Enter the Lease time in minutes.            Enable IP/        MAC Binding: Tick to enable IP/MAC binding.
20D-Link DIR-604 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 2432. If inconsistent data ow is a problem, only a minor modication should be made.The fragmentation threshold, which is specied 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  Trafc  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 Preamble  or  Long  Preamble. The preamble denes 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 trafc areas should use the Short Preamble type.Select None, Always, or Auto.Use the drop-down menu to selec the wireless modes you want to enable on the router. The available options are 802.11n only, 802.11 Mixed (g/b), and 802.11 Mixed (n/g/b).Tick this check box to reduce the guard interval time therefore increasing the data capacity. However, it is less reliable and may create higher data loss.Transmit Power:Beacon Period:RTS Threshold:Fragmentation:DTIM Interval: Preamble Type:CTS Mode:Wireless Mode:Short Guard Interval:Advanced Wireless Settings
21D-Link DIR-604 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationChange PasswordRemote ManagementAdministrator SettingsEnter the login name. The default is admin.Enter  a  new  password  for  the  Administrator Login  Name.  The  administrator  can  make changes to the settings.Retype the new password for the Administrator Login Name. Login Name:Password:Confirm Password:This page will allow you to change the Administrator and User passwords. You can also enable Remote Management.  There are two accounts that can access the management interface through the Web browser. The accounts are admin and user. Admin has read/write access while user has read-only access. User can only view the settings but cannot make any changes. Only the admin account has the ability to change both admin and user account passwords.
22D-Link DIR-604 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationTime and DateSelect the Time Zone from the drop-down menu.Tick the check box to enable Daylight Saving Time.Click  this  button  to  set  the  device’s  time  the same to local PC. Tick  the  check  box  to  enable  the  device  to automatically  synchronize  with  a  D-Link NTP Server. NTP stands for Network Time Protocol. NTP  synchronizes  computer clock  times  in  a network  of  computers.  This  will  only  connect to a server on the Internet, not a local server.Select  one  of  the  D-Link  NTP  Servers  from the  drop-down  menu.  The  DIR-604  will  then synchronize its clock  to be the same time as the D-Link Internet time server.  Click  the  Update  Now  button  to synchronize with the D-Link Internet time server immediatley.To manually input the time, use the drop-down menus to enter the values in these elds for the Year, Month, Day, Hour, Minute, and Second. Time Zone:Enable Daylight Saving:Sync your computer’s time settings:Automatically synchronize with D-Link’s Internet time server:NTP Server Used: Set the Time and Date Manually:The Time and Date Conguration option allows you to congure, update, and maintain the correct time on the internal system clock. From this section you can set the time zone that you are in and set the Time Server. Daylight Saving can also be congured to automatically adjust the time when needed.Click the Save Settings button to save any changes made.
23D-Link DIR-604 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationSave and Restore SettingsUse  this  option  to  save  the  current  router conguration settings to a le on the hard disk of the computer you are using. First, click the Save  button.  You  will  then  see  a  le  dialog, where you can select a location and le name for the settings. Use  this  option  to  load  previously  saved router  configuration  settings.  First,  use  the Browse control to nd a previously save le of conguration settings. Then, click the Upload Settings  button  to  transfer  those  settings  to the Router. Click  the  Restore  Device  button  to  restore all  conguration  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  conguration  settings,  use  the Save button above. Click the Clear button to restore the device back to  the  English  interface  version  and  remove other languages installed for  the system web pages. Save Settings to Local Hard Drive:Load Settings from Local Hard Drive:Restore to Factory Default Settings:Clear Language Pack:
24D-Link DIR-604 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationFirmware UpdateDisplays the current rmware version. Displays the current rmware date.  Click the Check Now button, or the “Click here to check for an upgrade on our support site.” hyperlink at the top of the page, to see what the latest rmware for the Router is. After you have downloaded the new rmware, click the Browse control to locate the rmware update  on  your  hard  drive.  Click  Upload  to complete the rmware upgrade.This  function  allows  the  user  to  transfer  the language of the GUI from English to their own language  by  upgrading  the  language  pack. Click the Browse control to locate the desired language pack on your hard drive. Click Upload to complete the language pack upgrade.Current Firmware Version:Current Firmware Date:Check Online Now for Latest Firmware Version:Firmware Upgrade:Language Pack Upgrade:You can upgrade the rmware of the Router here. Please check the D-Link support site for rmware updates at http://support.dlink.com or simply click the Check Now button located in the Firmware Information section. You can download rmware upgrades to your hard drive from the D-Link support site. Make sure the rmware you want to use is on the local hard drive of the computer. Click on Browse to locate the rmware le to be used for the update.
25D-Link DIR-604 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationSystem CheckThe 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.The  results  of  your  ping  attempts  will  be displayed here.Ping Test:Ping Result:The System Check feature allows you to verify the physical connectivity on both the LAN and Internet interface.
26D-Link DIR-604 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationLog SettingsThe Router keeps a running log of events and activities occurring on the device. You can dene what types of events you want to view and the level of the events to view. The Router also has external Syslog Server support, so you can send the log les to a computer on your network that is running a Syslog utility.Click the Save button to save the log le to your local hard drive.Tick this check box to send the Router logs to a SysLog Server.The address of the SysLog server that will be used to send the logs. You may also select your computer from the drop-down menu (only if receiving an IP address from the Router via DHCP).Tick the desired type(s) of logs that should be displayed: System, Firewall & Security, and Router Status.Tick  the  desired  level(s)  of  importance: Critical, Warning, and Information.Enter the e-mail address where you want the  email sent.Enter a subject description for your e-mail.This e-mail address will appear as the sender when  you  receive  a  log  file  or  firmware upgrade notication via e-mail.Save Log File to Local Hard Drive:Enable Logging to Syslog Server:Syslog Server IP Address:Log Type:Log Level:Email Address:Email Subject:Sender Email Address:
27D-Link DIR-604 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationClick the Save Settings button when you have nished the log settings conguration.SMTP Server/IP Address:User Name:Password:Confirm Password:Enter the SMTP server address for sending e-mail. If your SMTP server requires authentication, select this option.Enter your account user name for sending e-mail.  Enter the password associated with the account. Re-type the password associated with the account and click the Send Mail Now button.
28D-Link DIR-604 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationDevice InformationThis page displays the current information for the DIR-604. It will display the LAN and Wireless information, in addition to the rmware version and date the rmware was last updated.If your Internet connection is set up for a Dynamic IP address then a DHCP Release button and a DHCP Renew button will be displayed. Use DHCP Release to disconnect from your ISP and use DHCP Renew to connect to your ISP. If  your  Internet  connection  is  set  up  for  PPPoE, PPTP, or L2TP, a Connect button and a Disconnect button will be displayed. Use Disconnect to drop the Internet connection and use Connect to establish the Internet connection.See the following for more information.LAN:Wireless 802.11n:Displays  the  MAC  address  and  the  private (local) IP settings for the Router.Displays the wireless mode, MAC address and your wireless settings such as SSID, Channel, and Encryption status.
29D-Link DIR-604 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationView LogFirst Page:Last Page:Previous:Next:Clear:Link to Log Settings:Click this button to view the rst page of the log le.Click this  button  to  view the  last  page  of the log le.Click this button to view the previous page of the log le.Click this button to view the next page of the log le.Clears all of the log contents.The  user  can  click  the  button  to  “  link  to  log settings” and save the logs to a local hard drive or to a Syslog server.The Router automatically logs (records) events of possible interest in its internal memory. If there is not enough internal memory for all events, logs of older events are deleted but logs of the latest events are retained. The View Log option allows you to view the router logs. You can dene what types of events you want to view and the level of the events to view on the Log Settings page. The Router also has external Syslog Server support, so you can send the log les to a computer on your network that is running a Syslog utility (see the Log Settings page).
30D-Link DIR-604 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationTraffic StatisticsThe page displays the Trafc Statistics. Here you can view the amount of packets that pass through the DIR-604 on the Internet, LAN, and Wireless connections. The trafc counter will reset if the device is rebooted. Alternatively, you can click either the Reset button or the Refesh button.
31D-Link DIR-604 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationWirelessThe 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 clients.
32D-Link DIR-604 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationConfigurationThis section will show you how to congure your new D-Link wireless Router using the Web-based conguration utility.Web-based Configuration Utility for Client ModeTo  access  the  conguration  utility,  open  a  Web-browser such as Internet Explorer and enter the IP address of the router (192.168.0.1).Type Admin in the User Name eld and then enter your password. Leave the password blank by default. Click the Login button to log in to the Router.If you get a Page Cannot be Displayed error, please refer to the Troubleshooting section for assistance.
33D-Link DIR-604 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationClient Mode Opening PageOnce logged into the Web interface of the Router in Client Mode, the Device Information page will appear. This displays the MAC Address, Channel, and Encryption status. To make changes to your wireless network, click Setup to access the Wireless page.
34D-Link DIR-604 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationWirelessUse the Wireless page to make changes to your wireless conguration.
35D-Link DIR-604 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationConfigurationThis section will show you how to congure your new D-Link wireless Router using the Web-based conguration utility.Web-based Configuration Utility for Router ModeTo  access  the  conguration  utility,  open  a  Web-browser such as Internet Explorer and enter the IP address of the router (192.168.0.1).Type Admin in the User Name eld and then enter your password. Leave the password blank by default. Click the Login button to log in to the Router.If you get a Page Cannot be Displayed error, please refer to the Troubleshooting section for assistance.
36D-Link DIR-604 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationRouter Mode Opening PageOnce logged into the Web interface of the Router in Router Mode, the Device Information page will appear. This displays the LAN’s MAC Address, IP Address, Subnet Mask, and DHCP Server status. This page also displays additional Internet and Wireless 802.11n information. To make changes to your wireless network, click Setup to access the Wireless Connection page.
37D-Link DIR-604 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationInternet Connection Setup WizardOnce logged into the Web interface of the Router, the Setup > Internet page will appear. Click the Internet Connection Setup Wizard button to quickly congure your Router using the setup wizard.If you want to enter your settings without running the wizard, click Manual Internet Connection Setup and skip to “Manual Internet Conguration” on page 42.
38D-Link DIR-604 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationClick Next to continue.Create  a  new  password  and  then  click  Next  to continue.Select  your  time  zone  and  desired  NTP  server from the drop-down menus and then click Next to continue.
39D-Link DIR-604 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationTo have the Setup Wizard automatically detect the WAN connection type, select “Yes” and then click Next.To  manually  choose  your  WAN  Connection Mode, select “No, I want to set by manual” and then click Next to continue.Select the type of Internet connection you use and then click Next to continue.If you selected DHCP Connection (Dynamic IP Address), you may need to enter the MAC address of the computer that was last connected directly to your modem. If you are currently using that computer, click Clone Your PC’s MAC Address and then click Next to continue.The Host Name is optional but may be required by some ISPs. The default host name is the device name of the Router and may be changed.
40D-Link DIR-604 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationIf  you  selected  PPTP,  enter  your  PPTP  username  and password. Click Next to continue.If  you  selected  PPPoE,  enter  your  PPPoE  username  and password. Click Next to continue.Select “Static IP” if your ISP assigned you the IP address, subnet mask, gateway, and DNS server addresses.Note: Make sure to remove your PPPoE software from your computer. The software is no longer needed and will not work through a router.
41D-Link DIR-604 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationIf  you  selected  L2TP,  enter  your  L2TP  username  and password. Click Next to continue.If you selected Static, enter your network settings supplied by your Internet provider. Click Next to continue.The Setup is now complete. Click the Connect to save your settings. Please allow 1-2 minutes to connect.
42D-Link DIR-604 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationIf you opt to set up your Internet connection manually, you will be redirected to a WAN page that allows you to select your Internet type and enter the correct conguration parameters. Manual Internet Configuration (Dynamic IP)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.The host name is optional but may be required by some ISPs. Leave blank if you are not sure.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.Enter the primary DNS server IP address assigned by your ISP. This  address is usually obtained automatically from your ISP. Leave at 0.0.0.0 if you did not specically receive an address from your ISP.Enter the secondary DNS server IP address assigned by your  ISP.  This address  is  usually  obtained  automatically from your ISP. Leave at 0.0.0.0 if you did not specically receive an address from your ISP.Maximum Transmission Unit. You may need to change the MTU  for  optimal  performance  with  your  specic  ISP.  The default is 1500.My Internet Connection is:Host Name: MAC Address:Primary DNS Server:Secondary DNS Server: MTU:Click the Save Settings button when you have nished conguring the Internet connection.
43D-Link DIR-604 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationChoose 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. Manual Internet Configuration (PPPoE)Select PPPoE (Username/Password) to obtain IP address information automatically from your ISP. Select this option if your ISP does not give you any IP numbers to use.Select Static IP if your ISP assigned you the IP address, subnet mask, gateway, and DNS server addresses. In most cases, users will select Dynamic IP (DHCP).Enter your PPPoE user name.Enter your PPPoE password.Retype the PPPoE password entered above.Enter the ISP service name (optional).Enter the IP address (Static PPPoE only).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.Enter the primary DNS server address (Static PPPoE only).My Internet Connection is:Address Mode: User Name:Password:Confirm Password: Service Name:IP Address:MAC Address:Primary DNS Server:
44D-Link DIR-604 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationClick the Save Settings button when you have nished conguring the Internet connection.Secondary DNS Server:Maximum Idle Time:MTU:Connection Mode Select:I need sniper:Special Dial Mode:Enter the secondary DNS server address (Static PPPoE only).Enter a maximum idle time during which the Internet connection is maintained during inactivity. To disable this feature, select either Always or Manual for the Connection mode select setting below.Maximum Transmission Unit. You may need to change the MTU for optimal performance with your specic ISP. The default is 1492.Select either Always, Manual, or Connection On-Demand. Click the Add New button to create a new connection.Tick the check box to indicate you want to use the sniper feature.Select normal dial mode (default) or special dial mode 1, special mode 2, special mode 3, special mode 4, special mode 5, or special mode 6.
45D-Link DIR-604 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationChoose 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. Manual Internet Configuration (PPTP)Select PPTP (Username/Password) to obtain IP Address information automatically from your ISP. Select Static IP if your ISP assigned you the IP address, subnet mask, gateway, and DNS server addresses. In most cases, users will select Dynamic IP (DHCP).Enter the IP address (Static PPTP only).Enter the subnet mask (Static PPTP only).Enter the gateway IP address provided by your ISP.Enter the primary DNS server address (Static PPTP only).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.Enter the server IP address provided by your ISP (optional).Enter your PPTP user name.My Internet Connection is:Address Mode: PPTP IP Address:PPTP Subnet Mask:PPTP Gateway IP Address:Primary DNS Server:MAC Address:PPTP Server IP Address:User Name:
46D-Link DIR-604 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationClick the Save Settings button when you have nished conguring the Internet connection.Password:Confirm Password: Maximum Idle Time:MTU:Connection Mode Select:Enter your PPTP password.Retype the PPTP password entered above.Enter a maximum idle time during which the Internet connection is maintained during inactivity. To disable this feature, select either Always or Manual for the Connection mode select setting below.Maximum Transmission Unit. You may need to change the MTU for optimal performance with your specic ISP. The default is 1400.Select either Always, Manual, or Connection On-Demand. Click the Add New button to create a new connection.
47D-Link DIR-604 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationChoose 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. Manual Internet Configuration (L2TP)Select L2TP (Username/Password) to obtain IP Address information automatically from your ISP. Select Static IP if your ISP assigned you the IP address, subnet mask, gateway, and DNS server addresses. In most cases, users will select Dynamic IP (DHCP).Enter the IP address (Static L2TP only).Enter the subnet mask (Static L2TP only).Enter the gateway IP address provided by your ISP.Enter the primary DNS server Address (Static L2TP only).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.Enter the server IP address provided by your ISP (optional).Enter your L2TP user name.My Internet Connection is:Address Mode: L2TP IP Address:L2TP Subnet Mask:L2TP Gateway IP Address:Primary DNS Server:MAC Address:L2TP Server IP Address:User Name:
48D-Link DIR-604 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationClick the Save Settings button when you have nished conguring the Internet connection.Password:Confirm Password: Maximum Idle Time:MTU:Connection Mode Select:Enter your L2TP password.Retype the L2TP password entered above.Enter a maximum idle time during which the Internet connection is maintained during inactivity. To disable this feature, select either Always or Manual for the Connection mode select setting below.Maximum Transmission Unit. You may need to change the MTU for optimal performance with your specic ISP. The default is 1400.Select either Always, Manual, or Connection On-Demand. Click the Add New button to create a new connection.
49D-Link DIR-604 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationSelect 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. Manual Internet Configuration (Static IP)Select Static IP if you want to manually enter  information provided by your ISP. Enter the IP address assigned by your ISP.Enter the subnet mask assigned by your ISP.Enter the gateway IP address provided by your ISP.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.Enter the primary DNS server address provided by your ISP.Enter the secondary DNS server address provided by your ISP.Maximum Transmission Unit. You may need to change the MTU  for  optimal  performance  with  your  specic  ISP.  The default is 1500.My Internet Connection is:IP Address:Subnet Mask:Default Gateway:MAC Address:Primary DNS Server:Secondary DNS Server:MTU:
50D-Link DIR-604 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationWireless ConnectionsIf you want to congure the wireless settings on your Router using the wizard, click Wireless Connection Setup  Wizard  and  refer  to  “Wireless  Connection Setup Wizard” on page 81.If you want to manually congure the wireless settings on your Router, click Manual Wireless Connection Setup and refer to the next page.
51D-Link DIR-604 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationManual Wireless Network SetupTick  the  check  box  to  enable  the  wireless function. If you do not want to use wireless, de-select the check box to disable all the wireless functions.  Service Set Identier (SSID) is the name of your wireless network. Create a name using up to 32 characters. The SSID is case-sensitive.The Auto Channel Scan setting can be selected to allow the DIR-604 to choose the channel with the least amount of interference.Indicates the channel setting for the DIR-604. 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 grayed out.Select the transmit rate. It is strongly suggested to select Best (automatic) for best performance.WMM  (Wi-Fi  Multimedia)  is  QoS  for  your wireless network. Check this box to improve the quality of video and voice applications for your wireless clients. This feature is not available in 802.11n congurations.Enable Wireless:Wireless Network Name (SSID):Enable Auto Channel Selection:Wireless Channel:Transmission Rate:WMM Enable:Enable Hidden  Wireless:Enabling Hidden Mode is another way to secure your network. With this option enabled, no wireless clients will be able to see your wireless network when they perform a scan to see what’s available.  In order for your wireless devices to connect to your Router, you will need to manually enter the Wireless Network Name on each device. Refer to Section 4 - Wireless Security for more information regarding wireless security. Security Mode:
52D-Link DIR-604 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationLAN SetupThis section will allow you to change the internal network settings of the Router and to congure 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 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 the primary DNS server IP address.Enter the secondary DNS server IP address.Tick this check box to enable the DHCP server on your Router. De-select 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.Router IP Address:Subnet Mask:Local Domain Name:Enable DNS Relay:Enable DHCP Server:DHCP IP Address  Range:DHCP Lease Time:DHCP Client List:Enable IP/MAC Binding:             The length of time for the IP address lease. Enter the Lease time in minutes.Displays a list of the DHCP reservations that have been congured on the Router. See the DHCP Reservation section on the next page for more info.Tick to enable IP/MAC binding.
53D-Link DIR-604 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationDHCP ReservationIf 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. Congure the parameters, as described below, to create a new DHCP Reservation.Note: This IP address must be within the DHCP IP address range.Enter the computer name or select a computer name from the drop-down menu on the right-hand side 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.Computer Name:IP Address:MAC Address:When you have nished conguring the above settings, tick the check boxes next to the DHCP Reservation entries you want to add to the DHCP Reservations List and click the Save Settings button at the top or bottom of the window to save your entries and activate your reservations.
54D-Link DIR-604 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationPort Forwarding is a feature that allows you to open a single port or a range of ports and redirect the data received through those ports to a single PC on your network. When you are nished on this page, go to the Schedule page (Maintenance > Schedule) and create a schedule for when the port forwarding rule will be enabled.Advanced Port Forwarding RulesEnter 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 range of ports that you want to open next to the Private Port and Public Port elds. The  private  and  public  ports  are  usually  the same.  The  private  ports  are  the  ports  being used by the application on the computer within your local network, and the public ports are the ports seen from the Internet side.Use  the  drop-down  menu  to  select  whether TCP, UDP, or Any type of trafc is used for the port forwarding rule.Name:IP Address:Public Port/Private Port:Traffic Type:
55D-Link DIR-604 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationEnter  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 Any).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 Any).Name:Trigger:Traffic Type:Firewall:Traffic Type:Application RulesSome applications require multiple connections, such as Internet gaming, video conferencing, Internet telephony and others. These applications have difculties working through NAT (Network Address Translation). Special Applications makes some of these applications work with the DIR-604. 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, UDP, or Any, and then enter the rewall (public) ports associated with the trigger port to open them for inbound trafc.The DIR-604 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. When you are nished on this page, go to the Schedule page (Maintenance > Schedule) and create a schedule for when the application rule will be enabled.
56D-Link DIR-604 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationMAC FilteringSelect  Turn  MAC  Filtering  Off,  Turn  MAC Filtering ON and ALLOW computers listed to access the network,  or Turn MAC Filtering ON and DENY computers listed to acces the network 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 the MAC Address from the DHCP client. Select a schedule for when the Network Filter will be enabled. The user can click the Add New button to bring up the Schedule page. This is used to congure a new schedule.Configure MAC Filtering:MAC Address:DHCP Client List:Schedule: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 Router.
57D-Link DIR-604 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationSelect  Turn  Parental  Control  OFF,  Turn Parental Control  ON and Deny  computers access to only these sites, or Turn Parental Control ON and Allow computers access to only these sites.Enter the URLs that you want to allow or deny.Use the drop-down menu to select the schedule for the network lter rule. Click the Add New button to bring up the Schedule page. This is used to congure a new schedule.ConfigureParental Control Below:Website URL:Schedule:Parental Control RulesParental Control Rules are used to allow you to set up a list of allowed Websites that can be used by multiple users through the network. To use this feature, select to allow or deny computer access to the specied sites, enter the domain or Website, and then click Add New and congure a schedule on the Schedule page. Finally, tick the desired corresponding parental control rule check box and then click Save Settings.
58D-Link DIR-604 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationTick  the  Enable  Trafc  Control  check  box  to enable the trafc control feature.Tick the Automatic Distribute Bandwidth check box  to  automatically  equally  share  bandwith among LAN and wireless clients.Enter the desired bandwith in kbps.Manually  congure  beginning  and  ending  IP address  ranges  for  trafc  control  rules.  To activate, tick the corresponding check box for each desired trafc control rule.Select Guaranteed minimum bandwidth or Restricted maximum bandwidth.Enter the bandwith for the specic trafc control rule.Use the drop-down menu to select the schedule for  the  traffic  control  rule.  Click  the  New Scheduler  button  to  bring  up  the  Schedule page. This is used to congure a new schedule.Enable Traffic Control:Automatic Distribute Bandwidth:Key in bandwidth manually:IP Range:Mode:Bandwidth (kbps):Schedule:Traffic ControlTrafc Control is used to equally distribute download bandwidth to LAN/wireless clients. This can be done automatically or manually. To use this feature, enable trafc control and then choose to automatically or manually distribute bandwith.  Next, click New Scheduler and congure a schedule on the Schedule page. Finally, if you have chosen the manual option, tick the desired corresponding trafc control rule check box and then click Save Settings.
59D-Link DIR-604 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationTick to enable the Router’s built-in anti-spoong feature. 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  trafc  passing  through  the session conforms to the protocol.Tick this check box to enable DMZ. Specify the IP address of the computer on the LAN that you want to have unrestricted Internet communication in this eld. Use the drop-down menu  to  specify  a  host  that  currently  has  a DHCP lease from the DIR-604. If this computer has obtained its IP address automatically using DHCP, be sure to make a static reservation on the LAN Setup page (Setup > LAN Setup) in the DHCP Reservation section so that the IP address of the DMZ machine does not change.Tick to enable application level gateway (ALG) conguration of RTSP.Use this section  to  create  rules  that deny or allow trafc from passing through the device. See the following page for information on how to create rewall rules.Enable Anti-Spoof checking:Enable SPI:Enable DMZ:DMZ IP Address:RSTP:Firewall Rules:Firewall & DMZA rewall protects your network from the outside world. The D-Link DIR-604 offers 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 completely expose the chosen computer to the outside world.
60D-Link DIR-604 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationFirewall RulesEnter a name for the rewall rule.Use the drop-down menu to specify if the Router should Allow or Deny trafc matching the rewall rule. Use the drop-down menus to select the Source and Dest (ination) interfaces for the rewall rule. You also may opt to  choose either LAN or WAN for each pair of interfaces.Use these elds next to each Interface drop-down menu to specify the IP address ranges for the Source/Destination interfaces.The rst host in the IP address range should be entered in the top eld and the last host in the IP address range should be entered in the eld beneath for both the Source/Destination interfaces.Use the drop-down menu to select the protocol that will be used for the rewall rule (TCP, UDP, ICMP, or All).Enter the range of ports that the rewall rule will apply to.The rst port in the port range should be entered in the top eld and the last host in the port range should be entered in the eld beneath.Use  the  drop-down  menu  to  select  the  schedule  for  the rewall  rule.  Click  the  Add  New  button  to  bring  up  the Schedule page to congure the new schedule.Name:Action:Interface:IP Address:Protocol:Port Range:Schedule:To  create  a  rewall  rule,  congure  the  parameters described below:
61D-Link DIR-604 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 2432. If inconsistent data ow is a problem, only a minor modication should be made.The fragmentation threshold, which is specied 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  Trafc  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 denes 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 trafc areas should use the Short Preamble type.Select None to disable this feature. Select Always to force the Router to require each wireless device on the network to perform an RTS/CTS handshake before they are allowed to transmit data. Select Auto to allow the Router to decide when RTS/CTS handshakes are necessaryUse the drop-down menu to select the wireless modes you want to enable on the Router. The available options are 802.11n only, 802.11 Mixed (g/b), and 802.11 Mixed (n/g/b).Use the drop-down menu to select 20MHz or 20/40MHz (Auto).Transmit Power:Beacon Period:RTS Threshold:Fragmentation:DTIM Interval: Preamble Type:CTS Mode:WirelessMode:Bandwidth:Advanced Wireless Settings
62D-Link DIR-604 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationClick the Save Settings button when you have nished the advanced wireless conguration.20/40Mhz Coexist:Short Guard Interval:Select  to  enable  or  disable  20MHz  and  40MHz  co-existing  in  the  same  wireless  network.  This  is  useful  when  20MHz and 40MHz devices exist in the same wireless coverage area. Enable this feature to properly allocate channels without interference in such a scenario.  Tick this check box to reduce the guard interval time therefore increasing the data capacity. However, this is less reliable and may create higher data loss.
63D-Link DIR-604 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationTo use the Universal Plug and Play (UPnP™) feature,  tick  the  Enable  UPNP  box.  UPNP provides  compatibility  with  networking equipment, software, and peripherals.De-selecting this check box will not allow the DIR-604 to respond to pings. Blocking the Ping may provide some extra security from hackers. Tick the check box to allow the Internet port to be “pinged”.You  may  set  the  port  speed  of  the  Internet 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  Enable  Multicast  Streams  check box to allow multicast trafc to pass through the Router from the Internet.Tick the Wireless Enhance Mode check box to enable the Router to forward all multicast streams  from  the  Internet  to  the  wireless station using a unicast stream. This feature helps  improve  the  quality  of  multimedia applications for wireless users.Enable UPnP:Enable WAN Ping Respond:WAN Port Speed:EnableMulticastStreams:Wireless Enhance Mode:Advanced Network Settings
64D-Link DIR-604 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationRoutingUPnPInternet Ping BlockInternet Port SpeedMulticast StreamsSelect the interface which the IP packet must use to transit out of the Router when this route is used. Each route has a check box next to it. Tick the check box of the route you wish to enable. Enter the IP address of the host or network you wish to access.This eld identies the portion of the destination IP address in use. The gateway is the IP address of the router, if any, used to reach the specied destination. Interface:Destination:Subnet Mask:Gateway:The routing feature allows users to dene xed routes to dened destinations.
65D-Link DIR-604 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationChange PasswordRemote ManagementEnter the login name. The default is admin.Enter  a  new  password  for  the  Administrator Login  Name.  The  administrator  can  make changes to the settings.Retype the new password for the Administrator Login Name. Tick  this  check  box  to  enable  graphical authentication. The device supports this function to prevent phishing.Remote management allows the DIR-604 to be congured 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.Enter the IP address of the computer on the Internet that you want to have access to the Router. If left blank, any computer on the Internet can access the Router. The port number used to access the DIR-604. Example: http://x.x.x.x:8080 whereas x.x.x.x is the Internet  IP address of the DIR-604 and 8080 is the port used for the Web Management interface.Login Name:Password:Confirm Password:Enable Graphical Authentication:Enable Remote Management:IP Allowed to Access:Port:Administrator SettingsThis page will allow you to change the Administrator and User passwords. You can also enable Remote Management.  There are two accounts that can access the management interface through the Web browser. The accounts are admin and user. Admin has read/write access while user has read-only access. User can only view the settings but cannot make any changes. Only the admin account has the ability to change both admin and user account passwords.
66D-Link DIR-604 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationTime and DateSelect the Time Zone from the drop-down menu.Tick the check box to enable Daylight Saving Time.Click  this  button  to  set  the  device’s  time  the same to local PC. Check  the  box  to  enable  the  device  to automatically  synchronize  with  a  D-Link NTP Server. NTP stands for Network Time Protocol. NTP  synchronizes  computer clock  times  in  a network  of  computers.  This  will  only  connect to a server on the Internet, not a local server.Select  one  of  the  D-Link  NTP  Servers  from the  drop-down  menu.  The  DIR-604  will  then synchronize its clock  to be the same time as the D-Link Internet time server.  Click  the  Update  Now  button  to synchronize with the D-Link Internet time server immediatley.To manually input the time, use the drop-down menus to enter the values in these elds for the Year, Month, Day, Hour, Minute, and Second. Time Zone:Enable Daylight Saving:Sync your computer’s time settings:Automatically synchronize with D-Link’s Internet time server:NTP Server Used: Set the Time and Date Manually:The Time and Date Conguration option allows you to congure, update, and maintain the correct time on the internal system clock. From this section you can set the time zone that you are in and set the Time Server. Daylight Saving can also be congured to automatically adjust the time when needed.Click the Save Settings button to save any changes made.
67D-Link DIR-604 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationUse  this  option  to  save  the  current  router conguration settings to a le on the hard disk of the computer you are using. First, click the Save  button.  You  will  then  see  a  le  dialog, where you can select a location and le name for the settings. Use  this  option  to  load  previously  saved router  configuration  settings.  First,  use  the Browse control to nd a previously save le of conguration settings. Then, click the Upload Settings  button  to  transfer  those  settings  to the Router. Click  the  Restore  Device  button  to  restore all  conguration  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  conguration  settings,  use  the Save button above. Click the Clear button to restore the device back to  the  English  interface  version  and  remove other languages installed for  the system web pages. Save Settings to Local Hard Drive:Load Settings from Local Hard Drive:Restore to Factory Default Settings:Clear Language Pack:Save and Restore Settings
68D-Link DIR-604 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationDisplays the current rmware version. Displays the current rmware date.  Click the Check Now button, or the “Click here to check for an upgrade on our support site.” hyperlink at the top of the page, to see what the latest rmware for the Router is. After you have downloaded the new rmware, click the Browse control to locate the rmware update  on  your  hard  drive.  Click  Upload  to complete the rmware upgrade.This  function  allows  the  user  to  transfer  the language of the GUI from English to their own language  by  upgrading  the  language  pack. Click the Browse control to locate the desired language pack on your hard drive. Click Upload to complete the language pack upgrade.Current Firmware Version:Current Firmware Date:Check Online Now for Latest Firmware Version:Firmware Upgrade:Language Pack Upgrade:Firmware UpdateYou can upgrade the rmware of the Router here. Please check the D-Link support site for rmware updates at http://support.dlink.com or simply click the Check Now button located in the Firmware Information section. You can download rmware upgrades to your hard drive from the D-Link support site. Make sure the rmware you want to use is on the local hard drive of the computer. Click on Browse to locate the rmware le to be used for the update.
69D-Link DIR-604 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationDynamic Domain Name System is a method of keeping a domain name linked to a changing IP Address. Check the box to enable DDNS.Choose  your  DDNS  provider  from  the  drop-down menu.Enter the Host Name that you registered with your DDNS service provider.Enter the User Name for your DDNS account.Enter the Password for your DDNS account.This is to test if the DDNS account is valid for use.Enable DDNS:Server Address:Host Name:Username:Password:DDNS Account Testing:Dynamic DNSThe DDNS feature allows you to host a server (Web, FTP, Game Server, etc…) using a domain name that you have purchased  (www.whateveryournameis.com)  with  your  dynamically  assigned  IP  address.  Most  broadband  Internet Service Providers assign dynamic (changing) IP addresses. Using a DDNS service provider, your friends can enter in your domain name to connect to your server no matter what your IP address is.
70D-Link DIR-604 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationThe 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.The  results  of  your  ping  attempts  will  be displayed here.Ping Test:Ping Result:The System Check feature allows you to verify the physical connectivity on both the LAN and Internet interface.System Check
71D-Link DIR-604 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationEnter a name for your new schedule.Select a day, a range of days, or All Week to include every day.Check All Day - 24 hrs or use the Start Time and End Time elds to specify the start and end time for your schedule.The list of schedules will be listed here. Click the Edit icon  to make changes or click the Delete icon  to remove the schedule.Name:Day(s):Time:Schedule Rules List:ScheduleThe Schedule page allows you to manage schedule rules for various rewall and parental control features.
72D-Link DIR-604 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationLog SettingsThe Router keeps a running log of events and activities occurring on the device. You can dene what types of events you want to view and the level of the events to view. The Router also has external Syslog Server support, so you can send the log les to a computer on your network that is running a Syslog utility.Click the Save button to save the log le to your local hard drive.Tick this check box to send the Router logs to a SysLog Server.The address of the SysLog server that will be used to send the logs. You may also select your computer from the drop-down menu (only if receiving an IP address from the Router via DHCP).Tick the desired type(s) of logs that should be displayed: System, Firewall & Security, and Router Status.Tick  the  desired  level(s)  of  importance: Critical, Warning, and Information.Enter the e-mail address where you want the  email sent.Enter a subject description for your e-mail.This e-mail address will appear as the sender when  you  receive  a  log  file  or  firmware upgrade notication via e-mail.Save Log File to Local Hard Drive:Enable Logging to Syslog Server:Syslog Server IP Address:Log Type:Log Level:Email Address:Email Subject:Sender Email Address:
73D-Link DIR-604 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationClick the Save Settings button when you have nished the log settings conguration.SMTP Server/IP Address:User Name:Password:Confirm Password:Enter the SMTP server address for sending e-mail. If your SMTP server requires authentication, select this option.Enter your account user name for sending e-mail.  Enter the password associated with the account. Re-type the password associated with the account and click the Send Mail Now button.
74D-Link DIR-604 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationThis  page  displays  the  current  information  for  the  DIR-604.  It  will  display  the  LAN,  Internet  (WAN),  and  Wireless information, in addition to the rmware version and date the rmware was last updated.If your Internet connection is set up for a Dynamic IP address then a DHCP Release button and a DHCP Renew button will be displayed. Use DHCP Release to disconnect from your ISP and use DHCP Renew to connect to your ISP. If your Internet connection is set up for PPPoE, PPTP, or L2TP, a Connect button and a Disconnect button will be displayed. Use Disconnect to drop the Internet connection and use Connect to establish the Internet connection.See the following for more information.Device InformationLAN:Internet:Wireless 802.11n: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 mode, MAC address and your wireless settings such as SSID, Channel, and Encryption status.
75D-Link DIR-604 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationView LogFirst Page:Last Page:Previous:Next:Clear:Link to Log Settings:Click this button to view the rst page of the log le.Click this  button  to  view the  last  page  of the log le.Click this button to view the previous page of the log le.Click this button to view the next page of the log le.Clears all of the log contents.The  user  can  click  the  button  to  “  link  to  log settings” and save the logs to a local hard drive or to a Syslog server.The Router automatically logs (records) events of possible interest in its internal memory. If there is not enough internal memory for all events, logs of older events are deleted but logs of the latest events are retained. The View Log option allows you to view the router logs. You can dene what types of events you want to view and the level of the events to view on the Log Settings page. The Router also has external Syslog Server support, so you can send the log les to a computer on your network that is running a Syslog utility (see the Log Settings page).
76D-Link DIR-604 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationTraffic StatisticsThe page displays the Trafc Statistics. Here you can view the amount of packets that pass through the DIR-604 on the Internet, LAN, and Wireless connections. The trafc counter will reset if the device is rebooted. Alternatively, you can click either the Reset button or the Refesh button.
77D-Link DIR-604 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationActive SessionsThe Active Sessions page displays full details of active Internet sessions through your Router. An Internet session is a conversation between a program or application on a LAN-side computer and a program or application on a WAN-side computer. NAPT Session:NAPT (Active) Session:Displays information about the NAPT sessions on  the  Router,  including  the  number  of  TCP sessions,  the  number  of  UDP  sessions,  and the combined number of TCP and UDP NAPT sessions.Displays the IP address of the local application and  the  TCP/UDP  packets  being  sent  by the  source  IP address  for each  NAPT  active Session.
78D-Link DIR-604 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationThe 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 clients.Wireless
79D-Link DIR-604 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationHelp
80D-Link DIR-604 User ManualSection 4 - SecurityWireless SecurityThis section will show you the different levels of security you can use to protect your data from intruders. The DIR-604 offers 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, or 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 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.
81D-Link DIR-604 User ManualSection 4 - SecurityWireless Connection Setup WizardTo run the security wizard, browse to the Setup page and then click the Wireless Connection Setup Wizard button.
82D-Link DIR-604 User ManualSection 4 - SecurityClick  Next  to  allow  the  setup  wizard  to  guide  you  through  a step-by-step process to set up your wireless network and make it secure. Enter the SSID (Service Set Identier). The SSID is the name of your wireless network. Create a name using up to 32 characters. The SSID is case-sensitive.If you would like the Router to automatically assign a network key to your network, click the Automatically assign a network key (Recommended) radio button.  Alternativley, click the Manually assign a network key radio button to create your own network key.Click Next to continue. The  following  window  appears  if  you  selected  the  option  to manually create your own network key.Type a password that you would like to use for wireless security in the Wireless Security Password eld.Click Next to continue.
83D-Link DIR-604 User ManualSection 4 - SecurityThe  following  window  appears  to  indicate  that  the  Wireless Connection Setup Wizard is complete.If  you  selected  the  option  that  automatically  generated  a network key, the automatically generated key will display next to the Pre-Shared Key eld.If you manually specied a network key, the Wireless Security Password that you specied will display next to the Pre-Shared Key eld.Click Save to nish the Security Wizard.
84D-Link DIR-604 User ManualSection 4 - SecurityFrom  the  Setup  >  Wireless  Settings  screen,  click  Add Wireless Device with WPS.Add Wireless Device with WPS WizardPIN: 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.Select Auto to add a wireless client using WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup). Once you select Auto and click Connect, you will have a 120 second time limit to apply the settings to your wireless client(s) and successfully establish a connection. If you select Manual, a settings summary screen will appear. Write down the security key and enter this on your wireless clients.
85D-Link DIR-604 User ManualSection 4 - SecurityConfigure WPA-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 and then click the Manual Wireless Network Setup button.2. Select Enable WPA/WPA2 Wireless Security (enhanced) from the Security Mode drop-down menu.3.  Select  Auto(TKIP/AES),  TKIP,  or  AES  from  the  Cipher Type drop-down menu. If you have wireless clients that use both types, use TKIP/AES.4. Select PSK from the PSK / EAP drop-down menu.5. Enter a key (passphrase) in the Network Key eld. The key is entered as a pass-phrase in either ASCII or HEX format. If using ASCII format the pass-phrase must be between 8-63 characters.  If using HEX format the pass-phrase must be 64 characters. The ASCII or HEX pass-phrase must be the same at both ends of the wireless connection. 6. 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.
86D-Link DIR-604 User ManualSection 4 - SecurityConfigure WPA-Enterprise (RADIUS)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 and then click the Manual Wireless Network Setup button.2. Select Enable WPA/WPA2 Wireless Security (Enhanced) from the Security Mode drop-down menu.3.  Select  Auto(TKIP/AES),  TKIP,  or  AES  from  the  Cipher Type drop-down menu. If you have wireless clients that use both types, use TKIP/AES.4. Select EAP from the PSK / EAP drop-down menu.5. Enter the IP Address of your RADIUS server in the RADIUS Server IP Address eld.6. Enter the port you are using with your RADIUS server in the Port eld.7. Enter the security key in the Shared Secret eld.8. 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-Enterprise (RADIUS) on your adapter and enter the same passphrase as you did on the router.
87D-Link DIR-604 User ManualSection 5 - Connecting to a Wireless NetworkConnect to a Wireless NetworkUsing Windows Vista®Windows Vista® users may use the built-in wireless utility. If you are using another company’s utility or Windows® 2000, please refer to the user manual of your wireless adapter for help with connecting to a wireless network. Most utilities will have a “site survey” option similar to the Windows Vista® utility as seen below.Right-click on the wireless computer icon in your system tray (lower-right  corner  next  to  the  time).  Select  Connect  to  a network.If you receive the Wireless Networks Detected 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 Networking Basics section in this manual for more information.
88D-Link DIR-604 User ManualSection 5 - Connecting to a Wireless NetworkConfigure WPA/WPA2It is recommended to enable wireless security (WPA/WPA2) on your wireless router or access point before conguring your wireless adapter. If you are joining an existing network, you will need to know the security key or passphrase being used.2. Highlight the wireless network (SSID) you would like to connect to and click Connect.1. Open the Windows Vista® Wireless Utility by right-clicking on the wireless computer icon in your system tray (lower right corner of screen). Select Connect to a network.
89D-Link DIR-604 User ManualSection 5 - Connecting to a Wireless Network3. Enter the same security key or passphrase that is on your router and click Connect.It may take 20-30 seconds to connect to the wireless network. If the connection fails, please verify that the security settings are correct. The key or passphrase must be exactly the same as on the wireless router.
90D-Link DIR-604 User ManualSection 5 - Connecting to a Wireless NetworkConnect Using WCN 2.0The Router supports Wi-Fi protection, referred to as WCN 2.0 in Windows Vista®. The following instructions for setting this up depends on whether you are using Windows Vista® to congure the router or third party software.        When you rst set up the Router, Wi-Fi protection is disabled and uncongured. To enjoy the benets of Wi-Fi protection, the router must be both enabled and congured. 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 manually congure. If you are running Windows Vista®, log into the router and click the Enable checkbox in the Advanced > Wi-Fi Protected Setup window. Use the Current PIN that is displayed in the PIN Settings section of Advanced > Wi-Fi Protected Setup window or choose to click the Generate New PIN button or Reset PIN to Default button. If you are using third party software to set up Wi-Fi Protection, carefully follow the directions. When you are nished, proceed to the next section to set up the newly-congured router.
91D-Link DIR-604 User ManualSection 5 - Connecting to a Wireless NetworkUsing Windows® XPWindows® XP users may use the built-in wireless utility (Zero Conguration Utility). The following instructions are for Service Pack 2 users.  If you are using another company’s utility or Windows® 2000, please refer to the user manual of your wireless adapter for help with connecting to a wireless network. Most utilities will have a “site survey” option similar to the Windows® XP utility as seen below.If you receive the Wireless Networks Detected bubble, click on the center of the bubble to access the utility.     orRight-click on the wireless computer icon in your system tray (lower-right corner next to the time). Select View Available Wireless Networks.The utility will display any available wireless networks in your area. Click on a network (displayed using the SSID) and click the Connect button.If you get a good signal but cannot access the Internet, check you  TCP/IP  settings  for  your  wireless  adapter.  Refer  to  the Networking Basics section in this manual for more information.
92D-Link DIR-604 User ManualSection 5 - Connecting to a Wireless NetworkConfigure WPA-PSKIt is recommended to enable WEP on your wireless router or access point before conguring your wireless adapter. If you are joining an existing network, you will need to know the WEP key being used.2. 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  View  Available Wireless Networks.
93D-Link DIR-604 User ManualSection 5 - Connecting to a Wireless Network3. The  Wireless  Network  Connection  box  will  appear.  Enter  the WPA-PSK passphrase and click Connect.It may take 20-30 seconds to connect to the wireless network. If the connection fails, please verify that the WPA-PSK settings are correct. The  WPA-PSK  passphrase  must  be  exactly  the  same  as  on  the wireless router.
94D-Link DIR-604 User ManualSection 6 - TroubleshootingTroubleshootingThis chapter provides solutions to problems that can occur during the installation and operation of the DIR-604.  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 screen shots on your computer will look similar to the following examples.)1. Why can’t I access the Web-based conguration utility?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. • Make sure you have an updated Java-enabled Web browser. We recommend the following: • Internet Explorer 6.0 or higher • Netscape 8 or higher • Mozilla 1.7.12 (5.0) or higher • Opera 8.5 or higher • Safari 1.2 or higher (with Java 1.3.1 or higher) • Camino 0.8.4 or higher • Firefox 1.5 or higher • Verify physical connectivity by checking for solid link lights on the device. If you do not get a solid link light, try using a different cable or connect to a different port on the device if possible. If the computer is turned off, the link light may not be on.• Disable any Internet security software running on the computer. Software rewalls such as Zone Alarm, Black Ice, Sygate, Norton Personal Firewall, and Windows® XP rewall may block access to the conguration pages. Check the help les included with your rewall software for more information on disabling or conguring it.
95D-Link DIR-604 User ManualSection 6 - Troubleshooting• Congure your Internet settings:• Go to Start > Settings > Control Panel. Double-click the Internet Options Icon. From the Security tab, click the button to restore the settings to their defaults.• Click the Connection tab and set the dial-up option to Never Dial a Connection. Click the LAN Settings button. Make sure nothing is checked. Click OK. • Go to the Advanced tab and click the button to restore these settings to their defaults. Click OK three times.• Close your Web browser (if open) and open it.• Access the Web management. Open your Web browser and enter the IP address of your D-Link router in the address bar. This should open the login page for your the Web management. • If you still cannot access the conguration, unplug the power to the router for 10 seconds and plug back in. Wait about 30 seconds and try accessing the conguration. If you have multiple computers, try connecting using a different computer.2. What can I do if I forgot my password?If you forgot your password, you must reset your router. Unfortunately this process will change all your settings back to the factory defaults.To reset the router, locate the reset button (hole) on the rear panel of the unit. With the router powered on, use a paperclip to hold the button down for 10 seconds. Release the button and the router will go through its reboot process. Wait about 30 seconds to access the router. The default IP address is 192.168.0.1. When logging in, the username is admin and leave the password box empty.
96D-Link DIR-604 User ManualSection 6 - Troubleshooting3. Why can’t I connect to certain sites or send and receive e-mails when connecting through my router? If you are having a problem sending or receiving e-mail, or connecting to secure sites such as eBay, banking sites, and Hotmail, we suggest lowering the MTU in increments of ten (Ex. 1492, 1482, 1472, etc). Note: AOL DSL+ users must use MTU of 1400. To nd the proper MTU Size, you’ll have to do a special ping of the destination you’re trying to go to. A destination could be another computer, or a URL. • Click on Start and then click Run. • Windows® 95, 98, and Me users type in command (Windows® NT, 2000, and XP users type in cmd) and press Enter (or click OK). • Once the window opens, you’ll need to do a special ping. Use the following syntax:   ping [url] [-f] [-l] [MTU value] Example: ping yahoo.com -f -l 1472
97D-Link DIR-604 User ManualSection 6 - 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 nd your MTU, you can now congure your router with the proper MTU size. To change the MTU rate on your router follow the steps below: • Open your browser, enter the IP address of your router (192.168.0.1) and click OK. • Enter your username (admin) and password (blank by default). Click OK to enter the web conguration page for the device. • Click on Setup>Internet and then click Manual Internet Connection Setup.  • To change the MTU enter the number in the MTU eld and click Save Settings to save your settings. • Test your e-mail. If changing the MTU does not resolve the problem, continue changing the MTU in increments of ten.
98D-Link DIR-604 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 ofce 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 efciently. Increased mobility and the absence of cabling and other xed infrastructure have proven to be benecial 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.Wireless Basics
99D-Link DIR-604 User ManualAppendix A - Wireless BasicsWhat is Wireless?Wireless or Wi-Fi technology is another way of connecting your computer to the network without using wires. Wi-Fi uses radio frequency to connect wirelessly, so you have the freedom to connect computers anywhere in your home or ofce network.Why D-Link Wireless?   D-Link is the worldwide leader and award winning designer, developer, and manufacturer of networking products. D-Link delivers the performance you need at a price you can afford. D-Link has all the products you need to build your network.How does wireless work?   Wireless works similar to how cordless 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).Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN)In a wireless local area network, a device called an access point (AP) connects computers to the network. The access point has a small antenna attached to it, which allows it to transmit data back and forth over radio signals. With an indoor access point 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.
100D-Link DIR-604 User ManualAppendix A - Wireless BasicsWireless Personal Area Network (WPAN)Bluetooth is the industry standard wireless technology used for WPAN. Bluetooth devices in WPAN operate in a range up to 30 feet away.Compared  to  WLAN  the  speed  and  wireless  operation  range  are  both  less  than  WLAN,  but  in  return  it doesn’t use nearly as much power which makes it ideal for personal devices, such as mobile phones, PDAs, headphones, laptops, speakers, and other devices that operate on batteries.Who uses wireless?   Wireless technology as become so popular in recent years that almost everyone is using it, whether it’s for home, ofce, business, D-Link has a wireless solution for it.Home•  Gives everyone at home broadband access•  Surf the Web, check e-mail, instant message, and etc.•  Gets rid of the cables around the house•  Simple and easy to use Small Ofce and Home Ofce•  Stay on top of everything at home as you would at ofce•  Remotely access your ofce network from home•  Share Internet connection and printer with multiple computers•  No need to dedicate ofce space
101D-Link DIR-604 User ManualAppendix A - Wireless BasicsWhere is wireless used?   Wireless technology is expanding everywhere not just at home or ofce. 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 rst 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.TipsHere are a few things to keep in mind, when you install a wireless network.Centralize your router or access point  Make  sure  you  place  the  router/access  point  in  a  centralized  location  within  your  network  for  the  best performance. Try to place the router/access point as high as possible in the room, so the signal gets dispersed throughout your home. If you have a two-story home, you may need a repeater to boost the signal to extend the range.Eliminate Interference   Place home appliances such as cordless telephones, microwaves, and televisions as far away as possible from the router/access point. This would signicantly reduce any interference that the appliances might cause since they operate on same frequency.
102D-Link DIR-604 User ManualAppendix A - Wireless BasicsSecurity   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: • Infrastructure – All wireless clients will connect to an access point or wireless router.• Ad-Hoc  –  Directly  connecting  to  another  computer,  for  peer-to-peer  communication,  using  wireless network adapters on each computer, such as two or more DIR-604 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.Wireless Modes
103D-Link DIR-604 User ManualAppendix B - Networking BasicsNetworking BasicsCheck your IP addressAfter you install your adapter, by default, the TCP/IP settings should be set to obtain an IP address from a DHCP server (i.e. wireless router) automatically. To verify your IP address, please follow the steps below.Click on Start > Run. In the run box type cmd and click OK. (Windows Vista® users type cmd in the Start Search box.)At the prompt, type ipconfig and press Enter.This will display the IP address, subnet mask, and the default gateway of your adapter.If  the  address  is  0.0.0.0,  check  your  adapter installation, security settings, and the settings on your router. Some rewall software programs may block a DHCP request on newly installed adapters.
104D-Link DIR-604 User ManualAppendix B - Networking BasicsStatically Assign an IP addressIf you are not using a DHCP capable gateway/router, or you need to assign a static IP address, please follow the steps below:Step 1Windows Vista® -  Click on Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center > Manage Network Connections.Windows® XP -  Click on Start > Control Panel > Network Connections.Windows® 2000 -  From the desktop, right-click My Network Places > Properties.Step 2Right-click on the Local Area Connection which represents your network adapter and select Properties.Step 3Highlight Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and click Properties.Step 4Click Use the following IP address and enter an IP address that is on the same subnet as your network or the LAN IP address on your router. Example: If the router´s LAN IP address is 192.168.0.1, make your IP address 192.168.0.X where X is a number between 2 and 99. Make sure that the number you choose is not in use on the network. Set Default Gateway the same as the LAN IP address of your router (192.168.0.1). Set Primary DNS the same as the LAN IP address of your router (192.168.0.1). The Secondary DNS is not needed or you may enter a DNS server from your ISP.Step 5Click OK twice to save your settings.
107D-Link DIR-604 User ManualAppendix D - Contacting Technical Support以下警語適用台灣地經型式認證合格之低功率射頻電機,非經許可,公司、商號或使用者均不得擅自變更頻率、加大功率或變更原設計之特性及功能。 低功率射頻電機之使用不得影響飛航安全及干擾合法通信;經發現有干擾現象時,應立即停用,並改善至無干擾時方得繼續使用。前項合法通信,指依電信法規定作業之無線電通信。低功率射頻電機須忍受合法通信或工業、科學及醫療用電波輻射性電機設備之干擾。
Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement  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.  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.  FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.  This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.  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.

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