DSL-G624M Wireless 108G MIMO ADSL2/2+ Router User’s Guide August 2005
Table Of Contents About This User’s Guide ...............................................................................................................................................iii BEFORE YOU START .......................................................................................................III Installation Overview.......................................................................................................................................iii Packing List .........................
TOOLS ..............................................................................................................................42 Change System Password ............................................................................................................................................. 43 System .......................................................................................................................................................................... 44 Firmware....................
DSL-G624M Wireless 108G MIMO ADSL2/2+ Router User’s Guide About This User’s Guide This user’s guide provides instructions on how to install the DSL-G624M Wireless ADSL Router with 2XR and use it to provide Internet access for an Ethernet or 802.11g/802.11b wireless LAN.
DSL-G624M Wireless ADSL Router User’s Guide Packing List Open the shipping carton and carefully remove all items. Make sure that you have the items listed here. 1. One DSL-G624M Wireless 108G MIMO ADSL2/2+ Ethernet Router 2. One CD-ROM containing the User’s Guide 3. One twisted-pair telephone cable used for ADSL connection 4. One straight-through Ethernet cable 5. One AC power adapter suitable for your electric service 6.
DSL-G624M Wireless 108G MIMO ADSL2/2+ Router User’s Guide Ethernet port, you must install an Ethernet NIC adapter before you can use the Router. If you must install an adapter, follow the installation instructions that come with the Ethernet NIC adapter. Wireless LAN Configuration Wireless LAN settings for 802.11g and 802.11b wireless operation must be enabled using the Setup Wizard before it can be configured.
DSL-G624M Wireless ADSL Router User’s Guide Information you will need from your ADSL service provider: Username This is the Username used to log on to your ADSL service provider’s network. It is commonly in the form − user@isp.com. Your ADSL service provider uses this to identify your account. Password This is the Password used, in conjunction with the Username above, to log on to your ADSL service provider’s network. This is used to verify the identity of your account.
DSL-G624M Wireless 108G MIMO ADSL2/2+ Router User’s Guide Information you will need about your DSL-G624M ADSL Router: Username This is the Username needed access the Router’s management interface. When you attempt to connect to the device through a web browser you will be prompted to enter this Username. The default Username for the Router is admin. The user cannot change this. Password This is the Password you will be prompted to enter when you access the Router’s management interface.
DSL-G624M Wireless 108G MIMO ADSL2/2+ Router User’s Guide Introduction This section provides a brief description of the Device, its associated technologies and a list of features. Device Description and Operation The DSL-G624M is designed to provide a simple and cost-effective ADSL Internet connection for a private Ethernet or 802.11g/802.11b wireless network. The Router combines high-speed ADSL2/2+ Internet connection, IP routing for the LAN and Wireless 108G MIMO connectivity in one package.
DSL-G624M Wireless ADSL Router User’s Guide Features The DSL-G624M Wireless ADSL Router utilizes the latest ADSL enhancements to provide a reliable Internet portal suitable for most small to medium sized offices. DSL-G624M advantages include: • Super G 108G Wireless MIMO – This router uses D-Link’s latest 2XR MIMO (Multiple Input Multiple Output) technology to provide better radio signal coverage.
DSL-G624M Wireless 108G MIMO ADSL2/2+ Router User’s Guide • ATM (Asynchronous Transfer Mode) – The DSL-G624M supports Bridged Ethernet over ATM (RFC1483), IP over ATM (RFC1577) and PPP over ATM (RFC 2364). • Full Network Management – The DSL-G624M incorporates SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) support for web-based management and text-based network management via an RS-232 or Telnet connection. • G.hs (Auto-handshake) – This allows the Router to automatically choose either the G.lite or G.
DSL-G624M Wireless ADSL Router User’s Guide Standards Compatibility and Compliance The DSL-G624M complies with or is compatible with the following standards as recognized by their respective agencies. • ITU G.992.2 (G.lite) compliant • ITU G.992.1 (G.dmt) compliant • ANSI T1.413 issue 2 (Full Rate DMT Over Analog POTS) Annex A • ITU G.992.3 (G.dmt.bis) Annex A (ADSL2 over POTS) • ITU G.992.5 (G.dmt.bis plus) Annex A (ADSL2+ over POTS) • ITU-T Rec. I.
DSL-G624M Wireless 108G MIMO ADSL2/2+ Router User’s Guide Front Panel Display Place the DSL-G624M in a location that permits an easy view of the LED indicators on the front panel. The LED indicators on the front panel include the Power, Status, ADSL and WLAN and Ethernet (1-4) Link/Act indicators. The ADSL, WLAN and Ethernet indicators monitor link status and activity (Link/Act). Power Steady green light indicates the unit is powered on. When the device is powered off this remains dark.
DSL-G624M Wireless ADSL Router User’s Guide Rear Panel Connections All cable connections to the Router are made at the rear panel. Connect the power adapter here to power on the Router. Use the Reset button to restore the settings to the factory default values in the next chapter for instructions on using the reset button). Antenna For wireless operation, mount the antenna on the threaded antenna post.
DSL-G624M Wireless 108G MIMO ADSL2/2+ Router User’s Guide Wireless LAN Basics Some basic understanding of 802.11b/g wireless technology and terminology is useful when you are setting up the Router or any wireless access point. If you are not familiar with wireless networks please take a few minutes to learn the basics. Radio Transmission Wireless LAN or WLAN devices use electromagnetic waves within a broad, unlicensed range of the radio spectrum to transmit and receive radio signals.
DSL-G624M Wireless ADSL Router User’s Guide About 802.11g Wireless Today's 54-megabits-per-second 802.11g wireless networks are fine for broadband Internet access (which typically tops out at about 1 mbps) but rather slow for large internal file transfers or streaming video. However, 54-mbps, corporateoriented 802.11a is expensive--and because its radio uses the 5-GHz band and 802.11b uses the 2.4-GHz band, upgrading to an 802.11a network means either scrapping 802.
DSL-G624M Wireless 108G MIMO ADSL2/2+ Router User’s Guide Hardware Installation The DSL-G624M maintains three separate interfaces, an Ethernet LAN, a wireless LAN and an ADSL (WAN) interface. Place the Router in a location where it can be connected to the various devices as well as to a power source. The Router should not be located where it will be exposed to moisture or excessive heat. Make sure the cables and power cord are placed safely out of the way so they do not create a tripping hazard.
DSL-G624M Wireless ADSL Router User’s Guide Power on Router CAUTION: The Router must be used with the power adapter included with the device. To power on the Router: 1. Insert the AC Power Adapter cord into the power receptacle located on the rear panel of the Router and plug the adapter into a suitable nearby power source. 2. You should see the Power LED indicator light up and remain lit. The Status LED should light solid green and begin to blink after a few seconds. 3.
DSL-G624M Wireless 108G MIMO ADSL2/2+ Router User’s Guide Basic Router Configuration The first time you setup the Router it is recommended that you configure the WAN connection using a single computer making sure that both the computer and the Router are not connected to the LAN. Once the WAN connection is functioning properly, you may continue to make changes to Router configuration including IP settings and DHCP setup.
DSL-G624M Wireless ADSL Router User’s Guide Configuring IP Settings on Your Computer In order to configure your system to receive IP settings from the Router it must first have the TCP/IP protocol installed. If you have an Ethernet port on your computer, it probably already has TCP/IP protocol installed. If you are using Windows XP the TCP/IP is enabled by default for standard installations.
DSL-G624M Wireless 108G MIMO ADSL2/2+ Router User’s Guide 2. In the Network Connections window, right-click on LAN (Local Area Connection), then click Properties. 3. In the General tab of the Local Area Connection Properties menu, highlight Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) under “This connection uses the following items:” by clicking on it once. Click on the Properties button. 4. Select “Obtain an IP address automatically” by clicking once in the circle. Click the OK button.
DSL-G624M Wireless ADSL Router User’s Guide Windows 2000 First, check for the IP protocol and, if necessary, install it: 1. In the Windows task bar, click the Start button, point to Settings, and then click Control Panel. 2. Double-click the Network and Dial-up Connections icon. 3. In the Network and Dial-up Connections window, right-click the Local Area Connection icon, and then select Properties. 4.
DSL-G624M Wireless 108G MIMO ADSL2/2+ Router User’s Guide 6. Double-click OK to confirm and save your changes. You will be prompted to restart Windows. 7. Click Yes. When it has restarted, your computer is ready to use the Router’s DHCP server. Windows Me First, check for the IP protocol and, if necessary, install it: 1. In the Windows task bar, click the Start button, point to Settings, and then click Control Panel. 2. Double-click the Network and Dial-up Connections icon. 3.
DSL-G624M Wireless ADSL Router User’s Guide 5. Click OK twice to confirm and save your changes, and then close the Control Panel. Your computer is now ready to use the Router’s DHCP server. Access the Configuration Manager Now that your computer’s IP settings allow it to communicate with the Router, you can access the configuration software. Be sure that the web browser on your computer is not configured to use a proxy server in the Internet settings.
DSL-G624M Wireless 108G MIMO ADSL2/2+ Router User’s Guide Configure the Router When you successfully connect to the web manager, the Home directory tab will display the Setup Wizard menu. You can launch the Setup Wizard from this page or use the menu buttons located in the left panel of the web page to view other menus used for basic configuration.
DSL-G624M Wireless ADSL Router User’s Guide Home This tab in the Web Manager will allow the user to set up various configurations in order to connect your Router to the Internet. Much of the information necessary in these screens must be supplied to you by your ISP. Remember to use the key words in bold when asking your ISP for information. This will make your ISP’s job easier and therefore your configuration of the modem, much simpler and quicker.
DSL-G624M Wireless 108G MIMO ADSL2/2+ Router User’s Guide Configure Basic Wireless Settings Follow the instructions below to change basic wireless settings. 1. To disable the Wireless Radio: click Disabled beside the Wireless Radio field and click the Apply button. This will immediately disable the wireless access point, it is not necessary to restart the access point to make this change. 2.
DSL-G624M Wireless ADSL Router User’s Guide The Origins of MIMO MIMO concepts have been under development for many years for both wireless and wireline systems. One of the earliest MIMO to wireless communications applications came in 1984 with groundbreaking developments by Jack Winters of Bell Laboratories. This MIMO pioneer described ways to send data from multiple users on the same frequency/time channel using multiple antennas at the transmitter and receiver.
DSL-G624M Wireless 108G MIMO ADSL2/2+ Router User’s Guide Security Options for your Wireless LAN In the Wireless settings menu, select the type of security you want to configure. The menu will change to present the settings specific to the method being configured. The Router’s wireless security options include three levels of WEP encryption and WPA-PSK for WPA with a user configured Pre Shared Key (PSK).
DSL-G624M Wireless ADSL Router User’s Guide WEP Encryption WEP (Wireless Encryption Protocol or Wired Equivalent Privacy) encryption can be enabled for security and privacy. WEP encrypts the data portion of each frame transmitted from the wireless adapter using one of the predefined keys. Decryption of the data contained in each packet can only be done if the both the receiver and transmitter have the same key. WEP is disabled by default. To enable WEP, select the WEP option.
DSL-G624M Wireless 108G MIMO ADSL2/2+ Router User’s Guide Configure WPA-PSK Settings WPA security for wireless communication has been developed to overcome some of the shortcomings of WEP. WPA uses an improved encryption method combined with simpler authentication procedure. WPA-PSK requires a shared key but does not use a separate server for authentication. PSK keys can be ASCII or Hex type. Configure WPA-PSK Security for WLAN To use WPA with a PSK key: 1.
DSL-G624M Wireless ADSL Router User’s Guide Configure the WAN Connection To configure the Router’s basic configuration settings without running the Setup Wizard, you can access the menus used to configure WAN, LAN, DHCP and DNS settings directly from the Home directory. To access the WAN Settings menu, click on the WAN link button on the left side of the first window that appears when you successfully access the web manager.
DSL-G624M Wireless 108G MIMO ADSL2/2+ Router User’s Guide PPPoE and PPPoA Connections for WAN Follow the instructions below to configure the Router to use a PPPoA (For most United Kindgom Users) or PPPoE (For most mainland European Users) for the Internet connection. Make sure you have all the necessary information before you configure the WAN connection. 1. Select the PPP option under the Wan Type field and then choose the PPPoE or PPPoA option from the Connection Type field.
DSL-G624M Wireless ADSL Router User’s Guide Dynamic IP Address Connection for WAN A Dynamic IP Address connection configures the Router to automatically obtain its global IP address from a DHCP server on the ISP’s network. The service provider assigns a global IP address from a pool of addresses available to the service provider. Typically the IP address assigned has a long lease time, so it will likely be the same address each time the Router requests an IP address.
DSL-G624M Wireless 108G MIMO ADSL2/2+ Router User’s Guide Bridged Connection for WAN For Bridged connections it will be necessary for most users to install additional software on any computer that will connect to the Router for Internet access. The additional software is used for the purpose of identifying and verifying your account, and then granting Internet access to the computer requesting the connection. The connection software requires the user to enter the User Name and Password for the ISP account.
DSL-G624M Wireless ADSL Router User’s Guide Static IP Address for Connection WAN When the Router is configured to use Static IP Address assignment for the WAN connection, you must manually assign a global IP Address, Subnet Mask and Gateway IP Address used for the WAN connection. Most users will also need to configure DNS server IP settings in the DNS Settings configuration menu (see below). Follow the instruction below to configure the Router to use Static IP Address assignment for the WAN connection.
DSL-G624M Wireless 108G MIMO ADSL2/2+ Router User’s Guide LAN IP Settings You can configure the LAN IP address to suit your preference. Many users will find it convenient to use the default settings together with DHCP service to manage the IP settings for their private network. The IP address of the Router is the base address used for DHCP. In order to use the Router for DHCP on your LAN, the IP address pool used for DHCP must be compatible with the IP address of the Router.
DSL-G624M Wireless ADSL Router User’s Guide DHCP Server Settings for the LAN The DHCP server is enabled by default for the Router’s Ethernet LAN interface. DHCP service will supply IP settings to workstations configured to automatically obtain IP settings that are connected to the Router though the Ethernet port. When the Router is used for DHCP it becomes the default gateway for DHCP client connected to it.
DSL-G624M Wireless 108G MIMO ADSL2/2+ Router User’s Guide Disabling the DHCP Server To disable DHCP, click to select the Disabled option and click on the Apply button. Choosing this option requires that workstations on the local network must be configured manually or use another DHCP server to obtain IP settings. If you configure IP settings manually, make sure to use IP addresses in the subnet of the Router.
DSL-G624M Wireless ADSL Router User’s Guide DNS Server Settings The Router can be configured to relay DNS settings from your ISP or another available service to workstations on your LAN. When using DNS relay, the Router will accept DNS requests from hosts on the LAN and forward them to the ISP’s, or alternative DNS servers. DNS relay can use auto discovery or the DNS IP address can be manually entered by the user.
DSL-G624M Wireless 108G MIMO ADSL2/2+ Router User’s Guide Advanced Router Management This chapter introduces and describes the management features that have not been presented in the previous chapter. These include the more advanced features used for network management and security as well as administrative tools to manage the Router, view statistics and other information used to examine performance and for troubleshooting.
DSL-G624M Wireless ADSL Router User’s Guide Virtual Server Use the Virtual Server menu to set up port forwarding rules in the Router. The Virtual Server function allows remote users to access services on your LAN such as FTP for file transfers or SMTP and POP3 for e-mail.
DSL-G624M Wireless 108G MIMO ADSL2/2+ Router User’s Guide Audio/Video, Apps and Servers have pre-defined rules which may be added to the selected Connection by clicking it and then clicking the Add button. Any of these rules may be removed by selecting it and clicking the Remove button. The User category is for user-defined rules that may be configured by selecting the User category and then clicking the Add button, which will reveal a new screen to configure, as seen below.
DSL-G624M Wireless ADSL Router User’s Guide Filters Filter rules in the Router are put in place to allow or block specified traffic. The Filter Rules however can be used in a single direction to examine and then Allow or Deny traffic for Inbound (WAN to LAN) or Outbound (LAN to WAN) routed data. The rules based on IP address and TCP/UDP port. Configure the filter rules as desired and click the Apply button to create the rule.
DSL-G624M Wireless 108G MIMO ADSL2/2+ Router User’s Guide The parameters described below are used to set up filter rules. Parameter Description Source IP For an Outbound Filter, this is the IP address or IP addresses on your LAN for which you are creating the filter rule. For an Inbound Filter, this is the IP address or IP addresses for which you are creating the filter rule. You can opt to indicate a Mask Range, a Single IP, an IP Range or Any IP from the pull-down menu.
DSL-G624M Wireless ADSL Router User’s Guide Routing Use the Routing Table to specify a route used for data traffic within your Ethernet LAN or to route data on the WAN. This is used to specify that all packets destined for a particular network or subnet use a predetermined gateway.
DSL-G624M Wireless 108G MIMO ADSL2/2+ Router User’s Guide ADSL For setting the best type of ADSL connection please refer to the ISP package you have purchased. You can check the Line Speed in Status > ADSL Line Default setting is Multimode (The DSL-G624M will automatically detect if you have a “ADSL1” G.Lite, G.dmt or T1.413 connect) If you have an ADSL2 service please select “ADSL2” click the Apply button and wait as the device saves and reboots with the new configuration.
DSL-G624M Wireless ADSL Router User’s Guide DMZ Since some applications are not compatible with NAT, the Router supports use of a DMZ IP address for a single host on the LAN. This IP address is not protected by NAT and will therefore be visible to agents on the Internet with the right type of software. Keep in mind that any client PC in the DMZ will be exposed to various types of security risks.
DSL-G624M Wireless 108G MIMO ADSL2/2+ Router User’s Guide Firewall The Firewall Configuration menu allows the Router to enforce specific predefined policies intended to protect against certain common types of attacks. There are two general types of protection (DoS, Port Scan) that can be enabled on the Router, as well as filtering for specific packet types sometimes used by hackers. You can choose to Enable or Disable protection against a customized basket of attack and scan types.
DSL-G624M Wireless ADSL Router User’s Guide Tools Click the Tools tab to reveal the menu buttons for various functions located in this directory. The Administrator Settings is the first menu that appears in the Tools directory. This menu is used to change the system password used to access the web manager, to save or load Router configuration settings and to restore default settings. The functions in this and the other Tools menus are described below.
DSL-G624M Wireless 108G MIMO ADSL2/2+ Router User’s Guide Change System Password To change the password used to access the Router web manager, click the Admin button in the Tools directory to display the Administrator Settings menu. Under the Administrator heading, type the New Password and Confirm Password to be certain you have typed it correctly. Click the Apply button to activate the new password. The System User Name remains “admin”, this cannot be changed using the web manager interface.
DSL-G624M Wireless ADSL Router User’s Guide System Once you have configured the Router to your satisfaction, it is a good idea to back up the configuration file to your computer. To save the current configuration settings to your computer, click the Admin button in the Tools directory to display the Administrator Settings menu. Click the Save button to Save Settings to Local Hard Drive. You will be prompted to select a location on your computer to put the file. The file type is .
DSL-G624M Wireless 108G MIMO ADSL2/2+ Router User’s Guide Firmware Note Performing a Firmware Upgrade can sometimes change the configuration settings. Be sure to back-up the Router’s configuration settings before upgrading the firmware. Use the Firmware Upgrade menu to load the latest firmware for the device. Note that the device configuration settings may return to the factory default settings, so make sure you save the configuration settings with the System Settings menu described above.
DSL-G624M Wireless ADSL Router User’s Guide Miscellaneous To perform a statndard Ping test for network connectivity, click the Misc. menu button in the Tools directory to view the Miscellaneous Configuration menu. The Ping test functions on the WAN and LAN interfaces. Type the IP address you want to check in the space provided and click the Ping button. Read the Ping test result in the space immediately below. Save and Restart Device will reboot the device with the new configuration saved. Block WAN Ping.
DSL-G624M Wireless 108G MIMO ADSL2/2+ Router User’s Guide Diagnostics The Test menus are used to test connectivity of the Router. A Ping test may be done through the local or external interface to test connectivity to known IP addresses. The diagnostics feature executes a series of test of your system software and hardware connections. Use this Test menu when working with your ISP to troubleshoot problems.
DSL-G624M Wireless ADSL Router User’s Guide Time The router allows you to select between three methods of setting the system time. You can enter the address of an NTP Server (or use the default address). You can set the time manually, or you can use the time settings on the PC that you are using to configure the router.
DSL-G624M Wireless 108G MIMO ADSL2/2+ Router User’s Guide Status Information Use the various read-only menus to view system information and monitor performance.
DSL-G624M Wireless ADSL Router User’s Guide Device Information Display Use the Device Information window to quickly view basic current information about the LAN and WAN interfaces and device information including Firmware Version and MAC address. The IP provided by your ISP will be displayed this screen when a successful login has been made. When the Status graphic is coloured Green you have a valid PPP login. If it remains Red, you should recheck your ISP login details.
DSL-G624M Wireless 108G MIMO ADSL2/2+ Router User’s Guide Log The system log displays chronological event log data. Use the navigation buttons to view or scroll log pages. You may also save a simple text file containing the log to your computer. Click the Save Log button and follow the prompts to save the file. View Log window Click Clear Log delete the current log information.
DSL-G624M Wireless ADSL Router User’s Guide Stats Use the Traffic Statistics window to monitor traffic on the Ethernet, ADSL or Wireless Internet connection. Select the interface for which you want to view packet statistics and the information will appear below. Traffic Statistics information Click Refresh to view traffic information.
DSL-G624M Wireless 108G MIMO ADSL2/2+ Router User’s Guide ADSL Line Use the ADSL Status information and the Test page for troubleshooting the ADSL connection.
DSL-G624M Wireless ADSL Router User’s Guide A Technical Specifications General Standards IEEE 802.11b/ 802.11g RFC 2364 (PPP over ATM) IEEE 802.3/ 802.3u RFC 1631 (NAT) IEEE 802.1d RFC 1877 (Automatic IP assignment) RFC 791 (IP Routing) RFC 2516 (PPP over Ethernet) RFC 792 (UDP) RFC 2131 (DHCP) RFC 826 (ARP) ANSI T1.413 issue 2 RFC 1058 (RIP 1) ITU G.992.1 (G.dmt) RFC 1389 (RIP 2) ITU G.992.2 (G.lite) RFC 1483 (Bridged Ethernet) ITU G.992.3 (G.dmt bis) RFC 1577 (IP over ATM) ITU G.992.
DSL-G624M Wireless 108G MIMO ADSL2/2+ Router User’s Guide Wireless Modulation IEEE 802.11b: DQPSK, DBPSK, DSSS, and CCK IEEE 802.11g: BPSK, QPSK, 16QAM, 64QAM, OFDM Frequency 2400 ~ 2484.5MHz ISM band Channels 11 channels for United States 13 channels for European Countries 13 channels for Japan Wireless Data Rates IEEE 802.11b: 11, 5.5, 2, and 1Mbps IEEE 802.
DSL-G624M Wireless ADSL Router User’s Guide B IP Address Setup The DSL-G624M is designed to provide network administrators maximum flexibility for IP addressing on the Ethernet LAN. The easiest IP setup choice in most cases is to let the Router do it using DHCP, which is enabled by default. This appendix briefly describes various options including DHCP, used for IP setup on a LAN. If you are new to IP networking, the next appendix provides some background information on basic IP concepts.
DSL-G624M Wireless 108G MIMO ADSL2/2+ Router User’s Guide #1 can be used for any LAN that requires up to 253 separate IP addresses (excluding the Router). Notice that the subnet mask is the same for all machines and the default gateway address is the LAN IP address of the Router. It is a good idea to make a note of each device’s IP address for reference during troubleshooting or when adding new stations or devices.
DSL-G624M Wireless ADSL Router User’s Guide C IP Concepts This appendix describes some basic IP concepts, the TCP/IP addressing scheme and shows how to assign IP Addresses. When setting up the Router, you must make sure it has a valid IP address. Even if you will not use the WAN port (ADSL port), you should, at the very least, make sure the Ethernet LAN port is assigned a valid IP address.
DSL-G624M Wireless 108G MIMO ADSL2/2+ Router User’s Guide Note All network addresses outside of these ranges (Class D and E) are either reserved or set aside for experimental networks or multicasting. When an IP address's host portion contains only zero(s), the address identifies a network and not a host. No physical device may be given such an address. The network portion must start with a value from 1 to 126 or from 128 to 223.
