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Preface D-Link reserves the right to revise this publication and to make changes in the content hereof without obligation to notify any person or organization of such revisions or changes. Manual Revisions Revision Date Description 1.0 December 20, 2013 • Initial release for Revision A1 Trademarks D-Link and the D-Link logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of D-Link Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States or other countries.
Table of Contents Table of Contents Product Overview............................................................... 1 Package Contents.......................................................................... 1 System Requirements.................................................................. 2 Introduction.................................................................................... 3 Features.............................................................................................
Table of Contents IPv6 Routing....................................................................... 100 Tools.............................................................................................. 101 Admin................................................................................... 101 Time....................................................................................... 102 SysLog................................................................................... 103 Email Settings....
Section 1 - Product Overview Product PackageOverview Contents DIR-862L Wireless AC1600 Dual Band Gigabit Cloud Router Ethernet Cable Power Adapter Wi-Fi Configuration Note Wi-Fi Configuration Card If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller. Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage rating than the one included with the DIR-862L will cause damage and void the warranty for this product.
Section 1 - Product Overview System Requirements Network Requirements • An Ethernet-based Cable or DSL modem • IEEE 802.11ac, 802.11a, 802.11n or 802.11g wireless clients • 10/100/1000 Ethernet Computer with the following: • Windows®, Macintosh, or Linux-based operating system • An installed Ethernet adapter Web-based Configuration Utility Requirements Browser Requirements: • Internet Explorer 7 or higher • Firefox 3.
Section 1 - Product Overview Introduction Now you can monitor and manage your home network right from your laptop, iPhone®, iPad®, or Android™ device. This cloudenabled router can be configured to send an email to keep you informed anywhere, anytime when new devices are connecting to your network or unwanted access is detected. Monitor in real time websites that are being visited with recent browser history displayed on the mydlink™ Lite app – which is great for parents.
Section 1 - Product Overview Features • Ultimate Fast Wireless Networking - The DIR-868L can provide up to a full 1750Mbps* wireless connection with concurrent 801.11ac and 802.11n wireless clients . It also operates on both the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands to allow separation of traffic so users can participate in high-bandwidth activities, such as video streaming, online gaming, and real-time audio, without affecting low-priority traffic like email and web surfing. • Compatible with 802.
Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Overview Connections 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 USB Port 2 WPS Button 3 LAN Ports (1-4) 4 Internet Port Using an Ethernet cable, connect your broadband modem to this port. 5 Power Button Press the power button to power on and off. 6 Power Receptor Connect a USB flash drive to share content throughout your network. Press to start the Wi-Fi Protected Setup process. The Internet LED will start to blink.
Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Overview LEDs 1 2 1 Power LED 2 Internet LED D-Link DIR-862L User Manual A solid green light indicates a proper connection to the power supply. The light will blink green during the WPS process. The light will blink orange during boot up. A solid green light indicates a connection to the Internet. If the LED is orange, a cable is connected but the router can not communicate with the Internet.
Section 2 - Installation Installation This section will walk you through the installation process. Placement of the router is very important. Do not place the router in an enclosed area such as a closet, cabinet, or in the attic or garage. Before you Begin • Please configure the router with the computer that was last connected directly to your modem. • You can only use the Ethernet port on your modem.
Section 2 - Installation Wireless Installation Considerations This 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.
Section 2 - Installation Hardware Setup 1. Turn off and unplug your cable or DSL broadband modem. This is required. Modem 2. Position your router close to your modem and a computer. Place the router in an open area of your intended work area for better wireless coverage. 3. Unplug the Ethernet cable from your modem (or existing router if upgrading) that is connected to your computer. Plug it into the LAN port labeled 1 on the back of your router. The router is now connected to your computer.
Section 2 - Installation 4. Plug one end of the included blue Ethernet cable that came with your router into the yellow port labeled INTERNET on the back of the router. Plug the other end of this cable into the Ethernet port on your modem. Computer DIR-862L Modem USB WPS 1 2 3 INTERNET 4 4 INTERNET POWER 5. Reconnect the power adapter to your cable or DSL broadband modem and wait for two minutes. 6.
Section 3 - Configuration Configuration There are several different ways you can configure your router to connect to the Internet and connect to your clients: • D-Link Setup Wizard - This wizard will launch when you log into the router for the first time. Refer to ”Quick Setup Wizard” on page 12. • QRS Mobile App - Use your iOS or Android device to configure your router. Refer to “QRS Mobile App” on page 19. • Manual Setup - Log into the router and manually configure your router (advanced users only).
Section 3 - Configuration Quick Setup Wizard If this is your first time installing the router, open your web browser. You will automatically be directed to the Wizard Setup Screen. If not, enter “http://dlinkrouter.local.” then press Enter. If you have already configured your settings and you would like to access the configuration utility, please refer to “Web-based Configuration Utility” on page 24. If this is your first time logging into the router, this wizard will start automatically.
Section 3 - Configuration If the router does not detect a valid Ethernet connection from the Internet port, this screen will appear. Connect your broadband modem to the Internet port and then click Try Again. If the router detects an Ethernet connection but does not detect the type of Internet connection you have, this screen will appear. Click Guide me through the Internet Connection Settings to display a list of connection types to choose from.
Section 3 - Configuration If the router detected or you selected PPPoE, enter your PPPoE username and password and click Next to continue. Note: Make sure to remove your PPPoE software from your computer. The software is no longer needed and will not work through a router. If the router detected or you selected PPTP, enter your PPTP username, password, and other information supplied by your ISP. Click Next to continue.
Section 3 - Configuration If the router detected or you selected Static, enter the IP and DNS settings supplied by your ISP. Click Next to continue. For both the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz segments, create a Wi-Fi network name (SSID) using up to 32 characters. Create a Wi-Fi password (between 8-63 characters). Your wireless clients will need to have this passphrase entered to be able to connect to your wireless network. Click Next to continue. In order to secure your router, please enter a new password.
Section 3 - Configuration Select your time zone from the drop-down menu and click Next to continue. The Setup Complete window will display your Wi-Fi settings. Click Save and Connect to continue. If you want to create a bookmark to the router, click OK. Click Cancel if you do not want to create a bookmark. If you clicked Yes, a window may appear (depending on what web browser you are using) to create a bookmark.
Section 3 - Configuration To use the mydlink service (mydlink.com or the mydlink Lite app), you must have an account. Select if you do have a mydlink account or if you need to create one. Click Next to continue. If you do not want to register at this time, click Cancel. If you clicked Yes, enter your mydlink account name (email address) and password. Click Login to register your router. If you clicked No, fill out the requested information and click Sign Up to create your mydlink account.
Section 3 - Configuration The mydlink App will allow you to receive notices, browse network users, and configure your router from an iPhone/iPad/iPod Touch (iOS 3.0 or higher), Android device (1.6 or higher). To download the "mydlink lite" app, visit the Apple Store, Android Market or http://mydlink.com/Lite. PC and Mac users can use the mydlink portal at http://mydlink.com.
Section 3 - Configuration QRS Mobile App D-Link offers an app for your iOS/Android device to install and configure your router. Step 1 From your iPad, Touch, or iPhone, go to the iTunes Store and search for ‘D-Link’. Select QRS Mobile and then download it. You may also scan this code to download. Step 2 Once your app is installed, you may now configure your router. Connect to the router wirelessly by going to your wireless utility on your device.
Section 3 - Configuration SharePort Mobile App The SharePort Mobile app will allow you to access files from a USB thumb drive that is plugged into your router. You must enable file sharing from the Setup > Storage page (refer to page 68) for this app to work properly. 1. Insert your USB flash drive into DIR-862L. 2. Scan the QR code to download the SharePort Mobile app to your iOS or Android device. 3. From your iOS mobile device, click Settings.
Section 3 - Configuration 4. Click Wi-Fi, select the Wi-Fi Network Name (SSID) that you created in the setup and then enter your Wi-Fi password. 5. Once connected, click on the SharePort Mobile icon. 6. The following screen will appear. 7. Click on Settings icon located on the right top corner of the screen. Click Edit to enter your User Name and Password. Once you finish, click Done to continue.
Section 3 - Configuration 8. For the Movie section, click the movie icon to play your movie from your USB flash drive. Supported video formats are mp4, mov, and m4v. 9. For the Music section, click the music icon to play your music from your USB flash drive. Supported audio formats are mp3, wav, and m4a 10. For the Photo section, click the Photo icon to view your photos from your USB flash drive. Supported image formats are bmp, jpg, and png. 11.
Section 3 - Configuration 12. To upload a file from your mobile device to your USB drive, go to the Folder section, select Upload from the menu, (Android users may need to press a “...” button to create the menu.) and then select the “+” at the top-right corner. This will give you a direct view of your device’s files and folders. Browse for the file you want to upload, and select it. Your file will then be copied from your mobile device to your USB drive.
Section 3 - Configuration Web-based Configuration Utility To access the configuration utility, open a web-browser such as Internet Explorer and enter address of the router (http://dlinkrouter.local.). You may also connect by typing http://192.168.0.1 in the address bar. Leave the password blank by default.
Section 3 - Configuration Setup Internet Click Manual Internet Connection Setup to configure your connection manually and continue to the next page. If you want to configure your router to connect to the Internet using the wizard, click Internet Connection Setup Wizard. You will be directed to the Quick Setup Wizard.
Internet Connection Setup Wizard When configuring the router for the first time, we recommend that you click use the Internet Connection Setup Wizard, and follow the instructions on the screen. This wizard is designed to assist user with a quick and easy method to configure the Internet connectivity of this router. Anytime during the Internet Connection Setup Wizard, the user can click on the Cancel button to discard any changes made and return to the main Internet page.
Step 2: Select Your Time Zone Select the appropriate time zone for your location. This information is required to configure the time-based options for the router. Click Next to continue. Step 3: Internet Connection Here the user will be able to configure the Internet connectivity used by this device. If your Internet Service Provider (ISP) connection is listed in the drop-down menu select it and click Next.
Step 3: Internet Connection (Dynamic IP Address) After selecting the Dynamic IP Address Internet connection method, the following page will appear. The following parameters will be available for configuration: MAC Address: Enter the MAC address of the Internet gateway (plugged into the Internet port of this device) here. Clone Button: If the configuration PC also acts as the Internet gateway, then click on the Copy Your PC’s MAC Address button to copy the PC’s MAC address into the space provided.
Step 3: Internet Connection (PPTP) After selecting the PPTP Internet connection method, the following page will appear: The following parameters will be available for configuration: Address Mode: Here the user can specify whether this Internet connection requires the use of a Dynamic or Static IP address. PPTP usually requires a Dynamic IP configuration. PPTP IP Address: Enter the PPTP IP address used here. This option is only available if Static IP is selected.
Step 3: Internet Connection (L2TP) After selecting the L2TP Internet connection method, the following page will appear: The following parameters will be available for configuration: Address Mode: Here the user can specify whether this Internet connection requires the use of a Dynamic or Static IP address. L2TP usually requires a Dynamic IP configuration. L2TP IP Address: Enter the L2TP IP address used here. This option is only available if Static IP is selected.
Step 3: Internet Connection (Static IP Address) After selecting the Static IP Address Internet connection method, the following page will appear: The following parameters will be available for configuration: IP Address: Enter the Static IP address provided by the ISP here. Subnet Mask: Enter the Subnet Mask provided by the ISP here. Gateway Address: Enter the Gateway IP address provided by the ISP here. Primary DNS Address: Enter the Primary DNS IP address used here.
Internet (Manual) On this page the user can configure the Internet connection settings manually. To access the Manual Internet Connection Setup page, click on the Manual Internet Connection Setup button. On this page there a multiple parameters that can be configured regarding the Internet connection setup. At any given point the user can save the configuration on this page by clicking on the Save Settings button. If you choose to discard the changes made, click on the Don’t Save Settings button.
Internet Connection Type In this section, the user can select from a list of Internet connection types that can be configured and used on this router. Options to choose from are Static IP, Dynamic IP, PPPoE, PPTP, L2TP, and DS-Lite. After selecting a specific Internet connection type, this page will automatically refresh and provide unique fields to configure related to the specified Internet connection type.
Section 3 - Configuration Manual Internet Setup Static (assigned by ISP) Select Static IP Address if all the Internet port’s IP information is provided to you by your ISP. You will need to enter in the IP address, subnet mask, gateway address, and DNS address(es) provided to you by your ISP. Each IP address entered in the fields must be in the appropriate IP form, which are four octets separated by a dot (x.x.x.x). The router will not accept the IP address if it is not in this format.
Section 3 - Configuration Internet Setup PPPoE (DSL) Choose PPPoE (Point to Point Protocol over Ethernet) if your ISP uses a PPPoE connection. Your ISP will provide you with a username and password. This option is typically used for DSL services. Make sure to remove any PPPoE software from your computer. This software is no longer needed and will not work through a router. My Internet Connection: Select PPPoE (Username/Password) from the drop-down menu.
Section 3 - Configuration Maximum Idle Time: Enter a maximum idle time during which the Internet connection is maintained during inactivity. DNS Mode: This option allows the router to obtain the DNS IP addresses from the ISP, when Receive DNS from ISP is selected, or allows the user to enter DNS IP address manually when Enter DNS Manually is selected. Primary DNS Server: Enter the Primary DNS IP address used here. Secondary DNS Server: Enter the Secondary DNS IP address used here.
Section 3 - Configuration Internet Setup PPTP Choose PPTP (Point-to-Point-Tunneling Protocol ) if your ISP uses a PPTP connection. Your ISP will provide you with a username and password. This option is typically used for DSL services. My Internet Connection: Select PPTP (Username/Password) from the dropdown menu. Address Mode: Here the user can specify whether this Internet connection requires the use of a Dynamic or Static IP address. PPTP usually requires a Dynamic IP configuration.
Section 3 - Configuration Primary DNS Server: Enter the Primary DNS IP address used here. Secondary DNS Server: Enter the Secondary DNS IP address used here. This field is normally optional. Only one DNS address is required for a functional Internet connection, but using a second DNS address provides more stability. MTU: Maximum Transmission Unit - you may need to change the MTU for optimal performance with your specific ISP.
Section 3 - Configuration Internet Setup L2TP Choose L2TP (Layer 2 Tunneling Protocol) if your ISP uses an L2TP connection. Your ISP will provide you with a username and password. This option is typically used for DSL services. My Internet Select L2TP (Username/Password) from the dropConnection: down menu. Address Mode: Here the user can specify whether this Internet connection requires the use of a Dynamic or Static IP address. L2TP usual requires a Dynamic IP configuration.
Section 3 - Configuration Maximum Idle Time: Enter a maximum idle time during which the Internet connection is maintained during inactivity. To disable this feature, enable Auto-reconnect. Primary DNS Server: Enter the Primary DNS IP address used here. Secondary DNS Server: Enter the Secondary DNS IP address used here. This field is normally optional. Only one DNS address is required for a functional Internet connection, but using a second DNS address provides more stability.
Section 3 - Configuration Internet Setup DS-Lite Another Internet connection type is DS-Lite. DS-Lite is an IPv6 connection type. After selecting DS-Lite, the following parameters will be available for configuration: DS-Lite Configuration: Select the DS-Lite DHCPv6 option to let the router allocate the AFTR IPv6 address automatically. Select the Manual Configuration to enter the AFTR IPv6 address in manually.
Wireless Settings Wireless Connection Setup wizard On this page the user can configure the Wireless settings for this device. There are 3 ways to configure Wireless using this router. Firstly, the user can choose to make use for the quick and easy Wireless Connection Setup Wizard. Secondly, the user can choose to make use of Wi-Fi Protected Setup. Lastly, the user can configure the Wireless settings manually.
Step 2: This step will only be available if the user selected ‘Manually assign a network key’ in the previous step. Here the user can manually enter the WPA/WPA2 pre-shared key in the Wireless Security Password space provided. The key entered must be between 8 and 63 characters long. Remember, this key will be used when other wireless devices want to connect to this router. If you want to use the same Wireless Security Password for both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands, tick the option provided.
After clicking the Save button the device will save the settings made and return to the main wireless page. End of Wizard.
Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) Wizard Wireless Settings: Wi-Fi Protected Setup Wizard If your Wireless Clients support the WPS connection method, this Wi-Fi Protected Setup Wizard can be used to initiate a wireless connection between this device and Wireless clients with a simple click of the WPS button. The Wi-Fi Protected Setup Wizard is specially designed to assist basic network users with a simple, step-by-step set of instructions to connect wireless clients to this router using the WPS method.
Step 2 (continued): After selecting Manual, the following page will appear. On this page the user can view the wireless configuration of this router. The wireless clients should configure their wireless settings to be identical to the settings displayed on this page for a successful connection. This option is for wireless clients that can’t use the WPS method to connect to this device. Click on the Prev button to return to the previous page. Click on the Next button to continue to the next page.
The following parameters will be available for configuration: Wireless Band: Displays the wireless band being configured. In this option we find that the following parameters will be regarding the 2.4 GHz band. Enable Wireless: Check the box to enable the wireless function. If you do not want to use wireless, uncheck the box to disable all wireless functions. Select the time frame that you would like your wireless network enabled. The schedule may be set to Always.
By default the wireless security of this router will be disabled. In this next option the user can enabled or disable wireless security for the 2.4 GHz frequency band. There are two types of encryption that can be used: WEP or WPA/WPA2. Wireless Security Mode: WEP Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) is the most basic form of encryption that can be used for wireless networks. Even though it is known as a ‘weak’ security method, it is better than no security at all.
Wireless Security Mode: WPA-Personal Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) is the most advanced and up to date wireless encryption method used today. This is the recommended wireless security option. WPA supports two authentication frameworks. Personal (PSK) and Enterprise (EAP). Personal requires only the use of a passphrase (Shared Secret) for security.
Wireless Security Mode: WPA-Personal Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) is the most advanced and up to date wireless encryption method used today. This is the recommended wireless security option. WPA supports two authentication frameworks. Personal (PSK) and Enterprise (EAP). Personal requires only the use of a passphrase (Shared Secret) for security.
The following parameters will be available for configuration: Wireless Band: Displays the wireless band being configured. In this option we find that the following parameters will be regarding the 5 GHz band. Enable Wireless: Check the box to enable the wireless function. If you do not want to use wireless, uncheck the box to disable all the wireless functions. Select the time frame that you would like your wireless network enabled. The schedule may be set to Always.
By default the wireless security of this router will be disabled. In this next option the user can enabled or disable wireless security for the 5 GHz frequency band. There are two types of encryption that can be used. WEP or WPA/WPA2. Wireless Security Mode: WEP Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) is the most basic form of encryption that can be used for wireless networks. Even though it is known as a ‘weak’ security method, it is better than no security at all.
Wireless Security Mode: WPA-Personal Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) is the most advanced and up to date wireless encryption method used today. This is the recommended wireless security option. WPA supports two authentication frameworks. Personal (PSK) and Enterprise (EAP). The following parameters will be available for configuration: WPA Mode: WPA is the older standard; select this option if the clients that will be used with the router only support the older standard.
Wireless Security Mode: WPA-Enterprise Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) is the most advanced and up to date wireless encryption method used today. This is the recommended wireless security option. WPA supports two authentication frameworks. Personal (PSK) and Enterprise (EAP). The following parameters will be available for configuration: WPA Mode: WPA is the older standard; select this option if the clients that will be used with the router only support the older standard.
Wireless Security Mode: Enable WEP Wireless Security (basic) Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) is the most basic form of encryption that can be used for wireless networks. Even though it is known as a ‘weak’ security method, it is better than no security at all. Older wireless adapter sometimes only supports WEP encryption and thus we still find this encryption method used today.
Wireless Security Mode: Enable WPA/WPA2 Wireless Security (enhanced) Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) is a more advanced and up to date wireless encryption method used today. This is the recommended wireless security option. The following parameters will be available for configuration: Cipher Type: Select the appropriate cipher type to use here. Options to choose from are Temporal Key Integrity Protocol (TKIP), Advanced Encryption Standard (AES), and Both (Auto TKIP and AES).
Section 4 - Security Wireless Security This section will show you the different levels of security you can use to protect your data from intruders. The DIR-862L offers the following types of security: • WPA2 (Wi-Fi Protected Access 2) • WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access) • WPA2-PSK (Pre-Shared Key) • WPA-PSK (Pre-Shared Key) What is WPA? WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access), is a Wi-Fi standard that was designed to improve the security features of WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy).
Section 3 - Configuration Network Settings This section will allow you to change the local network settings of the router and to configure the DHCP settings. Router Settings Router IP Address: Enter the IP address of the router. The default IP address is 192.168.0.1. If you change the IP address, once you click Save Settings, you will need to enter the new IP address in your browser to get back into the configuration utility. Subnet Mask: Enter the Subnet Mask. The default subnet mask is 255.255.255.0.
Section 3 - Configuration DHCP Server Settings DHCP stands for Dynamic Host Control Protocol. The DIR-862L has a built-in DHCP server. The DHCP Server will automatically assign an IP address to the computers on the LAN/private network. Be sure to set your computers to be DHCP clients by setting their TCP/IP settings to “Obtain an IP Address Automatically.” When you turn your computers on, they will automatically load the proper TCP/IP settings provided by the DIR-862L.
Section 3 - Configuration NetBIOS Scope: This is an advanced setting and is normally left blank. This allows the configuration of a NetBIOS ‘domain’ name under which network hosts operate. This setting has no effect if the ‘Learn NetBIOS information from WAN’ is activated. NetBIOS Node: This field indicates how network hosts are to perform NetBIOS name registration and discovery. H-Node indicates a Hybrid-State of operation. First WINS servers are tried, if any, followed by local network broadcast.
Section 3 - Configuration DHCP Reservation If you want a computer or device to always have the same IP address assigned, you can create a DHCP reservation. The router will assign the IP address only to that computer or device. Note: This IP address must be within the DHCP IP Address Range. Enable: Check this box to enable the reservation. Computer Name: Enter the computer name or select from the drop-down menu and click <<. IP Address: Enter the IP address you want to assign to the computer or device.
Storage This page allows the user to use a web browser to remotely access files stored on USB storage drive plugged into the router. You can access the storage device at http://shareport.local. when you enable SharePort Web Access The following parameters will be available for configuration: Enable SharePort Web Tick this option to enable the share port Access: web access feature. HTTP Access Port: Enter the HTTP Access Port number used here. By default, this value is 8181.
In the User List section, the user can modify or delete different user settings for each account. The following parameters will be available in the display. No. Displays the number of the entry in the user list. User Name: Displays the user name of the entry in the list. Access Path: Displays the access path of the entry in the list. Permission: Displays the permission settings of the entry in the list. Click the Edit icon to edit the access path and permission, for each user.
In the Number Devices section, the user can view information about the external USB storage devices inserted into the USB port of this router. The following parameters will be available in the display Number of Devices: This field will display the number of USB storage devices that are attached to the USB port of the router. Device: This field will display the USB storage device’s name. Total Space: This field will display the total space that is available on the USB storage device attached.
Section 3 - Configuration IPv6 On this page, the user can configure the IPv6 Connection type. There are two ways to set up the IPv6 Internet connection. You can use the Web-based IPv6 Internet Connection Setup Wizard, or you can manually configure the connection. For the beginner user that has not configured a router before, click on the IPv6 Internet Connection Setup Wizard button and the router will guide you through a few simple steps to get your network up and running.
Section 3 - Configuration IPv6 Internet Connection Setup Wizard On this page, the user can configure the IPv6 Connection type using the IPv6 Internet Connection Setup Wizard. Click the IPv6 Internet Connection Setup Wizard button and the router will guide you through a few simple steps to get your network up and running. Click Next to continue to the next page. Click Cancel to discard the changes made and return to the main page.
Section 3 - Configuration However, if the automatic detection fails, the user will be prompted to either Try again or to click on the Guide me through the IPv6 settings button to initiate the manual continual of the wizard. There are several connection types to choose from. If you are unsure of your connection method, please contact your IPv6 Internet Service Provider. Note: If using the PPPoE option, you will need to ensure that any PPPoE client software on your computers has been removed or disabled.
Section 3 - Configuration IPv6 over PPPoE After selecting the IPv6 over PPPoE option, the user will be able to configure an IPv6 Internet connection that requires a username and password to get online. Most DSL modems use this type of connection. The following parameters will be available for configuration: PPPoE Session: Select the PPPoE Session value used here.
Section 3 - Configuration Static IPv6 Address Connection This mode is used when your ISP provides you with a set IPv6 addresses that does not change. The IPv6 information is manually entered in your IPv6 configuration settings. You must enter the IPv6 address, Subnet Prefix Length, Default Gateway, Primary DNS Server, and Secondary DNS Server. Your ISP provides you with all this information.
Section 3 - Configuration Tunneling Connection (6rd) After selecting the Tunneling Connection (6rd) option, the user can configure the IPv6 6rd connection settings. The following parameters will be available for configuration: 6rd IPv6 Prefix: Enter the 6rd IPv6 address and prefix value used here. IPv4 Address: Enter the IPv4 address used here. Mask Length: Enter the IPv4 mask length used here. Assigned IPv6 Prefix: Displays the IPv6 assigned prefix value here.
Section 3 - Configuration IPv6 Manual Setup There are several connection types to choose from: Auto Detection, Static IPv6, Autoconfiguration (SLAAC/DHCPv6), PPPoE, IPv6 in IPv4 Tunnel, 6to4, 6rd, and Link-local. If you are unsure of your connection method, please contact your IPv6 Internet Service Provider. Note: If using the PPPoE option, you will need to ensure that any PPPoE client software on your computer has been removed or disabled.
Section 3 - Configuration Static IPv6 My IPv6 Connection: Select Static IPv6 from the drop-down menu. WAN IPv6 Address Enter the address settings supplied by your Internet provider Settings: (ISP). LAN IPv6 Address: Enter the LAN (local) IPv6 address for the router. LAN Link-Local Address: Displays the Router’s LAN Link-Local Address. Enable Check to enable the Autoconfiguration feature. Autoconfiguration: Autoconfiguration Type: Select Stateful (DHCPv6), SLAAC + RDNSS or SLAAC + Stateless DHCPv6.
Section 3 - Configuration Autoconfiguration My IPv6 Connection: Select Autoconfiguration (Stateless/DHCPv6) from the drop-down menu. IPv6 DNS Settings: Select either Obtain DNS server address automatically or Use the following DNS Address. Primary/Secondary DNS Enter the primary and secondary DNS server addresses. Address: LAN IPv6 Address: Enter the LAN (local) IPv6 address for the router. LAN Link-Local Address: Displays the Router’s LAN Link-Local Address.
Section 3 - Configuration PPPoE My IPv6 Connection: Select PPPoE from the drop-down menu. PPPoE: Enter the PPPoE account settings supplied by your Internet provider (ISP). Address Mode: Select Static if your ISP assigned you an IP address, subnet mask, gateway, and DNS server addresses. In most cases, select Dynamic. IP Address: Enter the IP address (Static PPPoE only). User Name: Enter your PPPoE user name. Password: Enter your PPPoE password and then retype the password in the next box.
Section 3 - Configuration Autoconfiguration Type: Select Stateful (DHCPv6), SLAAC + RDNSS or SLAAC + Stateless DHCPv6. IPv6 Address Range Start: Enter the start IPv6 Address for the DHCPv6 range for your local computers. IPv6 Address Range End: Enter the end IPv6 Address for the DHCPv6 range for your local computers. IPv6 Address Lifetime: Enter the IPv6 Address Lifetime (in minutes).
Section 3 - Configuration IPv6 in IPv4 Tunneling My IPv6 Select IPv6 in IPv4 Tunnel from the drop-down menu. Connection: IPv6 in IPv4 Tunnel Enter the settings supplied by your Internet provider (ISP). Settings: LAN IPv6 Address: Enter the LAN (local) IPv6 address for the router. LAN Link-Local Displays the Router’s LAN Link-Local Address. Address: Enable Check to enable the Autoconfiguration feature.
Section 3 - Configuration 6 to 4 Tunneling My IPv6 Connection: Select 6 to 4 from the drop-down menu. 6 to 4 Settings: Enter the IPv6 settings supplied by your Internet provider (ISP). Primary/Secondary Enter the primary and secondary DNS server addresses. DNS Address: LAN IPv6 Address: Enter the LAN (local) IPv6 address for the router. LAN Link-Local Displays the Router’s LAN Link-Local Address. Address: Enable Check to enable the Autoconfiguration feature.
Section 3 - Configuration 6rd My IPv6 Connection: Select 6rd from the drop-down menu. 6RD Settings: Enter the address settings supplied by your Internet provider (ISP). LAN IPv6 Address: Enter the LAN (local) IPv6 address for the router. LAN Link-Local Address: Displays the Router’s LAN Link-Local Address. Enable Check to enable the Autoconfiguration feature. Autoconfiguration: Autoconfiguration Type: Select Stateful (DHCPv6), SLAAC+RDNSS or SLAAC + Stateless DHCPv6.
Section 3 - Configuration Link-Local Connectivity My IPv6 Connection: Select Link-Local Only from the drop-down menu. LAN IPv6 Address Displays the IPv6 address of the router.
mydlink Settings The DIR-862L features a new cloud service that pushes information such as firmware upgrade notifications, user activity, and intrusion alerts to the mydlink™ app on Android and iOS mobile devices. To ensure that your router is up-to-date with the latest features, mydlink will notify you when an update is available for your router. You can also monitor a user’s online activity with real-time website browsing history, maintaining a safe and secure environment, especially for children at home.
Register mydlink Service Wizard: Step 2 When registering a new account, the following page appears. The following parameters will be available for configuration: E-mail Address (Account Enter your e-mail address here. This e-mail Name): address will also become your account name. Password: Enter your preferred password choice here. Confirm Password: Re-enter your preferred password choice here. Last Name: Enter your last name here. First Name: Enter your first name here.
At any point during this wizard, we can change the prefered language used. To change the language, select the desired language option from the Language drop-down menu, found on the top right of this page.
Section 3 - Configuration Advanced Virtual Server This will allow you to open a single port. If you would like to open a range of ports, refer to the next page. Name: Enter a name for the rule or select an application from the drop-down menu. Select an application and click << to populate the fields. IP Address: Enter the IP address of the computer on your local network that you want to allow the incoming service to.
Section 3 - Configuration Port Forwarding This will allow you to open a single port or a range of ports. Name: Enter a name for the rule or select an application from the drop-down menu. Select an application and click << to populate the fields. IP Address: Enter the IP address of the computer on your local network that you want to allow the incoming service to.
Section 3 - Configuration Application Rules Some applications require multiple connections, such as Internet gaming, video conferencing, Internet telephony and others. These applications have difficulties working through NAT (Network Address Translation). Application Rules makes some of these applications work with the DIR-862L.
Section 3 - Configuration QoS Engine The QoS Engine option helps improve your network performance by prioritizing applications. By default the QoS Engine settings are disabled and application priority is not classified automatically. The QoS section contains a queuing mechanism, traffic shaping and classification. It supports two kinds of queuing mechanisms. Strict Priority Queue (SPQ) and Weighted Fair Queue (WFQ). SPQ will process traffic based on traffic priority.
Section 3 - Configuration Network Filter Use MAC (Media Access Control) Filters to allow or deny LAN (Local Area Network) computers by their MAC addresses from accessing the network. You can either manually add a MAC address or select the MAC address from the list of clients that are currently connected to the Broadband Router. Configure MAC Select Turn MAC Filtering Off, Allow MAC addresses Filtering: listed below, or Deny MAC addresses listed below from the drop-down menu.
Section 3 - Configuration Access Control The Access Control section allows you to control access in and out of your network. Use this feature as Parental Controls to only grant access to approved sites, limit web access based on time or dates, and/or block access from applications like P2P utilities or games. Add Policy: Click the Add Policy button to start the Access Control Wizard. DIR-862L Access Control Wizard Click Next to continue with the wizard.
Section 3 - Configuration Enter a name for the policy and then click Next to continue. Select a schedule (e.g. Always) from the drop-down menu and then click Next to continue. Enter the following information and then click Next to continue. • Address Type - Select IP address, MAC address, or Other Machines. • IP Address - Enter the IP address of the computer you want to apply the rule to. • Machine Address - Enter the PC MAC address (i.e. 00:00.00.00.00).
Section 3 - Configuration Enter the rule: Enable - Check to enable the rule. Name - Enter a name for your rule. Dest IP Start - Enter the starting IP address. Dest IP End - Enter the ending IP address. Protocol - Select the protocol. Dest Port Start - Enter the starting port number. Dest Port End - Enter the ending port number. To enable web logging, click Enable. Click Save to save the access control rule. Your newly created policy will now show up under Policy Table.
Section 3 - Configuration Website Filters Website Filters are used to allow you to set up a list of Web sites that can be viewed by multiple users through the network. To use this feature select to Allow or Deny, enter the domain or website and click Save Settings. You must also select Apply Web Filter under the Access Control section. Add Website Select either DENY computers access to ONLY Filtering Rule: these sites or ALLOW computers access to ONLY these sites.
Section 3 - Configuration Inbound Filters The Inbound Filter option is an advanced method of controlling data received from the Internet. With this feature you can configure inbound data filtering rules that control data based on an IP address range. Inbound Filters can be used with Virtual Server, Port Forwarding, or Remote Administration features. Name: Enter a name for the inbound filter rule. Action: Select Allow or Deny. Enable: Check to enable rule. Remote IP Start: Enter the starting IP address.
Section 3 - Configuration Firewall Settings A firewall protects your network from the outside world. The DIR-862L offers a firewall type functionality. The SPI feature helps prevent cyber attacks. Sometimes you may want a computer exposed to the outside world for certain types of applications. If you choose to expose a computer, you can enable DMZ. DMZ is short for Demilitarized Zone. This option will expose the chosen computer completely to the outside world.
Section 3 - Configuration Routing The Routing option is an advanced method of customizing specific routes of data through your network. Name: Enter a name for your route. Destination IP: Enter the IP address of packets that will take this route. DIR-862L Netmask: Enter the netmask of the route, please note that the octets must match your destination IP address. Gateway: Enter your next hop gateway to be taken if this route is used.
Section 3 - Configuration Advanced Wireless Transmit Power: Set the transmit power of the antennas. WLAN Partition: This enables 802.11d operation. 802.11d is a wireless specification developed to allow implementation of wireless networks in countries that cannot use the 802.11 standard. This feature should only be enabled if you are in a country that requires it. DIR-862L WMM Enable: WMM is QoS for your wireless network.
Section 3 - Configuration Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) System is a simplified method for securing your wireless network during the “Initial setup” as well as the “Add New Device” processes. The Wi-Fi Alliance (WFA) has certified it across different products as well as manufactures. The process is just as easy as pressing a button for the Push-Button Method or correctly entering an 8-digit code. Enable: Enable/dsiable the Wi-Fi Protected Setup feature.
Section 3 - Configuration Advanced Network Settings Enable UPnP: To use the Universal Plug and Play (UPnP™) feature click on Enabled. UPnP provides compatibility with networking equipment, software and peripherals. DIR-862L WAN Ping: Checking the box will allow the DIR-862L to respond to pings. Unchecking the box may provide some extra security from hackers. WAN Port Speed: You may set the port speed of the Internet port to 10 Mbps, 100 Mbps, or Auto (recommended).
Section 3 - Configuration Guest Zone The Guest Zone feature will allow you to create temporary zones that can be used by guests to access the Internet. These zones will be separate from your main wireless network. You may configure different zones for the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz wireless bands. Enable Guest Check to enable the Guest Zone feature. Zone: Schedule: The schedule of time when the Guest Zone will be active.
Section 3 - Configuration IPv6 Firewall The DIR-862L’s IPv6 Firewall feature allows you to configure which kind of IPv6 traffic is allowed to pass through the device. The DIR-862L’s IPv6 Firewall functions in a similar way to the IP Filters feature. Enable Checkbox: Check the box to enable the IPv6 firewall simple security. Configure IPv6 Select an action from the drop-down menu. Firewall: DIR-862L Name: Enter a name to identify the IPv6 firewall rule.
Section 3 - Configuration IPv6 Routing This page allows you to specify custom routes that determine how data is moved around your network. Route List: Check the box next to the route you wish to enable. Name: Enter a specific name to identify this route. Destination IP/ This is the IP address of the router used to reach Prefix Length: the specified destination or enter the IPv6 address prefix length of the packets that will take this route. DIR-862L Metric: Enter the metric value for this rule here.
Section 3 - Configuration Tools Admin 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.
Section 3 - Configuration Time The Time configuration option allows you to configure, update, and maintain the correct time on the internal system clock. From this section you can set the time zone that you are in and set the Time Server. Daylight Saving can also be configured to automatically adjust the time when needed. Time: Displays the current date and time of the router. Time Zone: Select your Time Zone from the drop-down menu.
Section 3 - Configuration SysLog The Broadband Router keeps a running log of events and activities occurring on the Router. You may send these logs to a SysLog server on your network. Enable Logging to Check this box to send the router logs to a SysLog SysLog Server: Server. SysLog Server IP The address of the SysLog server that will be Address: 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).
Section 3 - Configuration Email Settings The Email feature can be used to send system log files, router alert messages, and firmware update notifications to your email address. Enable Email When this option is enabled, router activity logs are Notification: emailed to a designated email address. From Email This email address will appear as the sender when you Address: receive a log file or firmware upgrade notification via email.
Section 3 - Configuration System This section allows you to manage the router’s configuration settings, reboot the router, and restore the router to the factory default settings. Restoring the unit to the factory default settings will erase all settings, including any rules that you’ve created. Save Settings to Use this option to save the current router Local Hard Drive: configuration settings to a file on the hard disk of the computer you are using. First, click the Save button.
Section 3 - Configuration Firmware You can upgrade the firmware of the access point here. Make sure the firmware you want to use is on the local hard drive of the computer you are using. Click on Browse to locate the firmware file to be used for the update. Please check the D-Link support website for firmware updates at http://support.dlink.com. You can download firmware upgrades to your hard drive from this site.
Section 3 - Configuration Dynamic DNS The 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.
Section 3 - Configuration System Check Ping Test: The Ping Test is used to send Ping packets to test if a computer is on the Internet. Enter the IP address that you wish to Ping and click Ping. DIR-862L IPv6 Ping Test: Enter the IPv6 address that you wish to Ping and click Ping. Ping Results: The results of your ping attempts will be displayed here.
Section 3 - Configuration Schedules Schedules can be created for use with enforcing rules. For example, if you want to restrict web access to Mon-Fri from 3pm to 8pm, you could create a schedule selecting Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, and Fri and enter a Start Time of 3pm and End Time of 8pm. Name: Enter a name for your new schedule. Days: Select a day, a range of days, or All Week to include every day. DIR-862L Time: Check All Day - 24hrs or enter a start and end time for your schedule.
Section 3 - Configuration Status Device Info This page displays the current information for the DIR-862L. It will display the LAN, WAN (Internet), and Wireless information. If your Internet connection is set up for a Dynamic IP address then a Release button and a Renew button will be displayed. Use Release to disconnect from your ISP and use Renew to connect to your ISP. If your Internet connection is set up for PPPoE, a Connect button and a Disconnect button will be displayed.
Section 3 - Configuration Logs The router automatically logs (records) events of possible interest in it’s internal memory. If there isn’t enough internal memory for all events, logs of older events are deleted but logs of the latest events are retained. The Logs option allows you to view the router logs. You can define what types of events you want to view and the level of the events to view.
Section 3 - Configuration Statistics The screen below displays the Traffic Statistics. Here you can view the amount of packets that pass through the DIR-862L on both the WAN, LAN ports and the wireless segments. The traffic counter will reset if the device is rebooted.
Section 3 - Configuration Internet Sessions The Internet 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.
Section 3 - Configuration Routing This page will display your current routing table.
Section 3 - Configuration Wireless The wireless client table displays a list of current connected wireless clients. This table also displays the connection time and MAC address of the connected wireless clients.
Section 3 - Configuration IPv6 The IPv6 page displays a summary of the Router’s IPv6 settings and lists the IPv6 address and host name of any IPv6 clients.
Section 3 - Configuration IPV6 Routing This page displays the IPV6 routing details configured for your router.
Section 3 - Configuration Support This page provides help and explanations for different sections of the firmware.
Section 4 - Security Connect a Wireless Client to your Router WPS Button The easiest and most secure way to connect your wireless devices to the router is WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup). Most wireless devices such as wireless adapters, media players, Blu-ray DVD players, wireless printers and cameras will have a WPS button (or a software utility with WPS) that you can press to connect to the DIR-862L router.
Section 4 - Security Windows® 7 WPA/WPA2 It is recommended to enable wireless security (WPA/WPA2) on your wireless router or access point before configuring your wireless adapter. If you are joining an existing network, you will need to know the security key or passphrase being used. 1. Click on the wireless icon in your system tray (lower-right corner). Wireless Icon 2. The utility will display any available wireless networks in your area.
Section 4 - Security 3. Highlight the wireless connection with Wi-Fi name (SSID) you would like to connect to and click the Connect button. If you get a good signal but cannot access the Internet, check your TCP/IP settings for your wireless adapter. Refer to the Networking Basics section in this manual for more information. 4. The following window appears while your computer tries to connect to the router.
Section 4 - Security 5. Enter the same security key or passphrase (Wi-Fi password) that is on your router and click Connect. You can also connect by pushing the WPS button on the router. It may take 20-30 seconds to connect to the wireless network. If the connection fails, please verify that the security settings are correct. The key or passphrase must be exactly the same as on the wireless router.
Section 4 - Security WPS The WPS feature of the DIR-862L can be configured using Windows® 7. Carry out the following steps to use Windows® 7 to configure the WPS feature: 1. Click the Start button and select Computer from the Start menu. 2. Click Network on the left side.
Section 4 - Security 3. Double-click the DIR-862L. 4. Input the WPS PIN number (displayed in the WPS window on the Router’s LCD screen or in the Setup > Wireless Setup menu in the Router’s Web UI) and click Next.
Section 4 - Security 5. Type a name to identify the network. 6. To configure advanced settings, click the icon. Click Next to continue.
Section 4 - Security 7. The following window appears while the Router is being configured. Wait for the configuration to complete. 8. The following window informs you that WPS on the router has been setup successfully. Make a note of the security key as you may need to provide this security key if adding an older wireless device to the network in the future. 9. Click Close to complete WPS setup.
Section 5 - Connecting to a Wireless Network Windows Vista® Windows Vista® users may use the built-in wireless utility. If you are using another company’s utility, please refer to the user manual of your wireless adapter for help with connecting to a wireless network. Most utilities will have a “site survey” option similar to the Windows Vista® utility as seen below. If you receive the Wireless Networks Detected bubble, click on the center of the bubble to access the utility.
Section 5 - Connecting to a Wireless Network WPA/WPA2 It is recommended to enable wireless security (WPA/WPA2) on your wireless router or access point before configuring your wireless adapter. If you are joining an existing network, you will need to know the security key or passphrase being used. 1. Open the Windows Vista® Wireless Utility by right-clicking on the wireless computer icon in your system tray (lower right corner of screen). Select Connect to a network. 2.
Section 5 - Connecting to a Wireless Network 3. Enter the same security key or passphrase (Wi-Fi password) 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.
Section 5 - Connecting to a Wireless Network WPS/WCN 2.0 This router supports Wi-Fi protection, referred to as WCN 2.0 in Windows Vista®. The following instructions for setting this up depend on whether you are using Windows Vista® to configure the router, or third party software. When you first set up the router, Wi-Fi protection is disabled and unconfigured. To enjoy the benefits of Wi-Fi protection, the router must be both enabled and configured.
Section 5 - Connecting to a Wireless Network Windows® XP Windows® XP users may use the built-in wireless utility (Zero Configuration Utility). The following instructions are for Service Pack 2 users. If you are using another company’s utility, 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.
Section 5 - Connecting to a Wireless Network WPA/WPA2 It is recommended to enable WPA on your wireless router or access point before configuring your wireless adapter. If you are joining an existing network, you will need to know the WPA key being used. 1. Open the Windows® XP Wireless Utility by right-clicking on the wireless computer icon in your system tray (lower-right corner of screen). Select View Available Wireless Networks. 2.
Section 5 - Connecting to a Wireless Network 3. The Wireless Network Connection box will appear. Enter the WPA-PSK Wi-Fi password 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 Wi-Fi password must be exactly the same as on the wireless router.
Section 6 - Troubleshooting Troubleshooting This chapter provides solutions to problems that can occur during the installation and operation of the DIR-862L. Read the following descriptions if you are having problems. The examples below are illustrated in Windows® XP. If you have a different operating system, the screenshots on your computer will look similar to the following examples. 1. Why can’t I access the web-based configuration utility? When entering the IP address of the D-Link router (192.168.0.
Section 6 - Troubleshooting • Configure your Internet settings: • Go to Start > Settings > Control Panel. Double-click the Internet Options Icon. From the Security tab, click the button to restore the settings to their defaults. • Click the Connection tab and set the dial-up option to Never Dial a Connection. Click the LAN Settings button. Make sure nothing is checked. Click OK. • Go to the Advanced tab and click the button to restore these settings to their defaults. Click OK three times.
Section 6 - Troubleshooting 3. Why can’t I connect to certain sites or send and receive emails when connecting through my router? If you are having a problem sending or receiving email, or connecting to secure sites such as eBay, banking sites, and Hotmail, we suggest lowering the MTU in increments of ten (Ex. 1492, 1482, 1472, etc). To find the proper MTU Size, you’ll have to do a special ping of the destination you’re trying to go to. A destination could be another computer, or a URL.
Section 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 find your MTU, you can now configure your router with the proper MTU size.
Appendix A - Wireless Basics Wireless Basics D-Link wireless products are based on industry standards to provide easy-to-use and compatible high-speed wireless connectivity within your home, business or public access wireless networks. Strictly adhering to the IEEE standard, the D-Link wireless family of products will allow you to securely access the data you want, when and where you want it. You will be able to enjoy the freedom that wireless networking delivers.
Appendix A - Wireless Basics What is Wireless? People use wireless or Wi-Fi technology as a way of connecting your computer to a network without using wires. Wi-Fi uses radio frequency to connect wirelessly, so you have the freedom to connect computers anywhere in your home or office network. Why D-Link Wireless? Overall, 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.
Appendix A - Wireless Basics Wireless Personal Area Network (WPAN) Range for Bluetooth (WPAN industry standard) is up to 30 feet away and eliminates the need for many cables. Only WLAN has the speed and wireless operation range suitable for computers transmitting large amounts of data, but WPAN 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.
Appendix A - Wireless Basics Where is wireless used? Wireless technology is expanding everywhere, not just at home or in the office. People like the freedom of mobility and it’s becoming so popular that more and more public facilities now provide wireless access to attract people. The wireless connections in public places are usually called “hotspots”.
Appendix A - Wireless Basics Security Don’t let you next-door neighbors or intruders connect to your wireless network. Secure your wireless network by turning on the WPA or WEP security feature on the router. Wireless Modes There are basically two modes of networking: • Infrastructure – All wireless clients will connect to an access point or wireless router. • Ad-Hoc – Directly connecting to another computer, for peer-to-peer communication, using wireless network adapters on each computer.
Appendix B - Networking Basics Networking Basics Check your IP address After you install your new D-Link adapter, by default, the TCP/IP settings should be set to obtain an IP address from a DHCP server (i.e. wireless router) automatically. To verify your IP address, please follow the steps below. Click on Start > Run. In the run box type cmd and click OK. (Windows® 7/Vista® users type cmd in the Start Search box.) At the prompt, type ipconfig and press Enter.
Appendix B - Networking Basics Statically Assign an IP address If you are not using a DHCP capable gateway/router, or you need to assign a static IP address, please follow the steps below: Step 1 Windows® 7 - Click on Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center. Windows Vista® - Click on Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center > Manage Network Connections. Windows® XP - Click on Start > Control Panel > Network Connections.
Appendix C - Technical Specifications Technical Specifications Hardware Specifications • LAN Interface: Four 10/100/1000 Gigabit LAN ports • WAN Interface: 10/100/1000 Gigabit WAN port • Wireless Interface (2.4 GHz): IEEE 802.11b/g/n • Wireless Interface (5 GHz): IEEE 802.11a/n/ac • USB Interface: USB 2.
Appendix D - Compliance Statements Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
Appendix D - Compliance Statements Caution : (i) the device for operation in the band 5150-5250 MHz is only for indoor use to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-channel mobile satellite systems; (ii) high-power radars are allocated as primary users (i.e. priority users) of the bands 5250-5350 MHz and 5650-5850 MHz and that these radars could cause interference and/or damage to LE-LAN devices.
