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Preface 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 September 26, 2012 • Initial release 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 Preface.................................................................................. i Manual Revisions............................................................................ i Trademarks....................................................................................... i Product Overview............................................................... 1 Package Contents..........................................................................
Table of Contents System Check........................................................................65 Schedules...............................................................................66 Status...............................................................................................67 Device Info.............................................................................67 Log............................................................................................68 Statistics............
Section 1 - Product Overview Product Overview Package Contents DIR-506L SharePort™ Go Mobile Companion USB Cable Rechargeable Battery Quick Install Guide If any of the above items are missing from your package, please contact your reseller.
Section 1 - Product Overview System Requirements Network Requirements • An Ethernet-based Cable or DSL modem • IEEE 802.11n or 802.11g wireless clients • 10/100 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 • Safari 4 or higher • Firefox • Chrome Windows® Users: Make sure you have the latest version of Java installed. Visit www.
Section 1 - Product Overview Introduction TOTAL PERFORMANCE Combines award winning router features and Wireless N150 technology to provide the best wireless performance. TOTAL SECURITY The most complete set of security features including Active Firewall and WPA/WPA2 to protect your network against outside intruders. TOTAL COVERAGE Provides greater wireless signal rates even at farther distances for best-in-class Whole Home Coverage.
Section 1 - Product Overview Features • Faster Wireless Networking - The DIR-506L provides an up to 150 Mbps* wireless connection with other 802.11n wireless clients. This capability allows users to participate in real-time activities online, such as video streaming, online gaming and real-time audio. • Compatible with 802.11g Devices - The DIR-506L is fully compatible with the IEEE 802.11g standards, so it can connect with existing 802.11g devices.
Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Overview Front/Top 2 3 Charging Flashing green 4 1 1 Not Charging Power LED High Battery Capacity Solid Green Battery full charged when device on Solid Amber Battery in charging Solid Red Low Battery Capacity 5 Flashing Red Need to charge device as soon as possible 6 Off 7 Device Off 2 WPS Button Pressing the WPS button allows additional devices to connect securely and automatically.
Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Overview Side/Left 1 2 3 1 Ethernet LAN/WAN Port The auto MDI/MDIX Internet port is the connection for the Ethernet cable to the cable or DSL modem. 2 Power Switch Turns the DIR-506L on and off. 3 Mini USB Port This port provides power to the router and charges the battery. Note that the battery must be installed for the device to work.
Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Overview Battery Compartment 1 2 1 Battery Cover Slide the battery cover to remove it and access the battery compartment. 2 Battery Compartment Insert the rechargeable battery into the compartment, making sure the contact points on the battery are properly aligned with the contact points of the device. After proper insertion, replace the battery cover.
Section 1 - Product Overview Router Mode Diagram The DIR-506L connects to your cable modem, DSL modem or other Internet source and shares your Internet connection with your devices wirelessly, providing Internet access for an entire home or office. You can also share files with other computers or devices on your wireless network by using the SharePort™ Mobile feature. Note: For best quality, we suggest this application be used by up to five users simultaneously.
Section 1 - Product Overview Hotspot Diagram The DIR-506L can connect to an existing wireless network with an Internet connection, such as a hotspot at a hotel, airport, or coffee shop. This will allow you to share that single connection to multiple wireless devices. You can also share files with other computers or devices on your wireless network by using the SharePort™ Mobile app. Note: For best quality, we suggest this application be used by up to five users simultaneously.
Section 1 - Product Overview AP Mode Diagram The DIR-506L can connect to an existing network and allow wireless devices to connect to the network. Plug the DIR-506L into your network (via switch or router) using an Ethernet cable. Wireless devices can now connect to the DIR-506L and access your network. Note that AP mode does not support sharing files from a USB storage drive or the SharePort Mobile app.
Section 1 - Product Overview Repeater Mode Diagram Use Repeater mode to increase the range of your current wireless router or access point. The DIR-506L will connect wirelessly to your wireless router or access point and will broadcast its signal to your wireless clients. Note that Repeater mode does not support sharing files from a USB storage drive or the SharePort Mobile app. Note: For best results, place the DIR-506L equal distance between the router/AP and your wireless clients.
Section 1 - Product Overview Wireless Installation Considerations The D-Link wireless router lets you access your network using a wireless connection from virtually anywhere within the operating range of your wireless network. Keep in mind, however, that the number, thickness and location of walls, ceilings or other objects that the wireless signals must pass through may limit the range.
Section 2 - Installation Installation First Time Setup 1. Make sure the battery is installed properly (see page 7). Connect the USB cable to the DIR-506L and then connect to a USB port on your computer. It is strongly recommended to charge the battery at least four hours before using. LAN LAN ON OFF ON - 5V + OFF 5V 2. Push the power button to the on position and wait until the power LED turns green. SharePort 3.
Section 2 - Installation 5. To access the DIR-506L to configure, open your web browser. If you are using an Android or iOS device (iPad, mobile phone, etc) and want to use Router mode, skip to the next page and use the QRS Mobile app, otherwise use a web browser and continue with the following steps. 6. Enter http://192.168.0.1 or http://dlinkrouter.local in the address bar. 7. At the login screen, enter admin for the user name and leave the password field empty. By default, the password is blank. 8.
Section 2 - Installation QRS Mobile App Setup 1. You may download the QRS (Quick Router Setup) Mobile app to use your mobile device to set up your DIR-506L. Scan the code below using the barcode scanner App (e.g. Bakodo or RedLaser) from your iOS or Android device. If you do not have the app, search QRS Mobile from the App Store or Google Play. You will be directed to the App store or Play store so that you may begin the Installation process.
Section 2 - Installation 4. Once your mobile device is connected, click on the QRS Mobile icon. 5. Click Start to continue. 6. Follow the instructions and click Next to continue.
Section 2 - Installation 7. After the Setup Wizard is complete, the following screen will appear. You can now change your mobile device and laptop Wi-Fi settings to the wireless network name and password you just created.
Section 3 - Configuration Configuration 1. To access the configuration utility of the DIR-506L, open a web browser and enter http://192.168.0.1 or http://dlinkrouter.local in the address bar. 2. Enter admin for the user name and leave the password field empty. By default, the password is blank. 3. The configuration interface will open and you can configure your DIR-506L.
Section 3 - Configuration Setup Internet Settings If you want to configure your router to connect to the Internet using the setup wizard, click Internet Connection Setup Wizard, and continue to the next page. To configure your Internet settings manually, click the Manual Internet Connection Setup button and go to Manual Internet Setup on page 25.
Section 3 - Configuration Internet Connection Setup Wizard The Internet Connection Setup Wizard is designed to guide you through a step-by-step process to configure your DIR-506L and connect to the Internet. 1. Click Next to continue. 2. In order to secure your router, please enter a new password and verify the password. Click Next to continue. Note: This password is used only to log into your DIR-506L, not your Wi-Fi Password. 3. Select your time zone from the drop-down menu and click Next to continue.
Section 3 - Configuration 4. Select your Internet connection type, then click the Next button and enter the related settings. Note: Most cable modem connections use DHCP and most DSL modem connections use PPPoE. If you are not sure which connection type you use or what settings to enter, contact your Internet service provider. If you are connecting to a wireless hotspot such as a hotel, select Wi-Fi HotSpot. If you selected DHCP Connection, you will see the following screen.
Section 3 - Configuration If you selected PPPoE Connection, you will see the following screen. Enter your PPPoE username, password and verify password, then 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 you selected PPTP Connection, you will see the following screen. Enter your PPTP username, password and other information supplied by your ISP. Click Next to continue.
Section 3 - Configuration If you selected L2TP Connection, you will see the following screen. Enter your L2TP username, password and other information supplied by your ISP. Click Next to continue. If you selected Wi-Fi HotSpot, a list of available wireless networks will appear. Select the wireless network supplying an Internet connection and click Select at the bottom. If the network you are connecting to has encryption/security enabled, you must enter the Wi-Fi Password. Click Next to continue.
Section 3 - Configuration If you selected Static, enter the IP and DNS settings supplied by your ISP. Click Next to continue. Your setup is complete. Click Connect to save your settings and automatically reboot your router.
Section 3 - Configuration Manual Internet Setup If you clicked Manual Internet Connection Setup on the Internet page, you will see this screen, allowing you to configure the Internet connection for your DIR-506L. After making your changes, click the Save Settings button. My Internet Select the connection mode to use: Dynamic IP (DHCP), Connection is: PPPoE, PPTP L2TP, Wi-Fi HotSpot or Static. The remaining settings will change depending on which connection mode you use.
Section 3 - Configuration If you selected Dynamic IP (DHCP), you will see the following settings. Host Name: Entering a host name is optional but may be required by some ISPs. Leave this blank if you are not sure. Use Unicasting: Check the box if you are having problems obtaining an IP address from your ISP. Primary/ Enter the Primary and secondary DNS server IP addresses Secondary DNS assigned by your ISP. These addresses are usually obtained Server: automatically from your ISP. Leave this setting at 0.0.
Section 3 - Configuration If you selected PPPoE, you will see the following settings. Your ISP will provide you with a username and password. This option is typically used for DSL services. Make sure to remove your PPPoE software from your computer. The software is no longer needed and will not work through a router. Address Mode: Select Static IP if your ISP assigned you an IP address, subnet mask, gateway and DNS server address. In most cases, select Dynamic IP.
Section 3 - Configuration If you selected PPTP, you will see the following settings. Your ISP will provide you with a username and password. Address Mode: Select Static if your ISP assigned you an IP address, subnet mask, gateway and DNS server address. In most cases, select Dynamic. PPTP IP Address: Enter the IP address (Static PPTP only). PPTP Subnet Enter the primary and secondary DNS server addresses Mask: (for static PPTP only).
Section 3 - Configuration MAC Address: If your ISP requires you to enter a MAC address, enter it here. You can click the Clone Your PC’s MAC Address button to copy your current computer’s MAC address.
Section 3 - Configuration If you selected L2TP, you will see the following settings. 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 drop-down Connection: menu. Address Mode: Select Static if your ISP assigned you the IP address, subnet mask, gateway and DNS server addresses. In most cases, select Dynamic. L2TP IP Address: Enter the L2TP IP address supplied by your ISP (for static IP only).
Section 3 - Configuration MTU: If you experience connection issues, you may need to change the MTU setting for optimal performance with your specific ISP. 1492 is the default MTU. MAC Address: If your ISP requires you to enter a MAC address, enter it here. You can click the Clone Your PC’s MAC Address button to copy your current computer’s MAC address.
Section 3 - Configuration If you selected Wi-Fi Hotspot, the DIR-506L will scan for an available Wi-Fi hotspot to connect to. If one or more is found, they will appear in a list along with details of the signal. My Internet Connection: Select Wi-Fi Hotspot from the drop-down menu. Wireless AP List: The router will automatically scan for potential hotspot connections and add them to the Wireless AP List. Refresh: The router will rescan for available hotspots.
Section 3 - Configuration Wireless Settings If you want to configure the wireless settings on your router using the wizard, click Wireless Connection Setup Wizard and refer to the next page. If you want to manually configure the wireless settings on your router click Manual Wireless Network Setup and refer to page 36. You can also connect using Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS). Refer to page 73.
Section 3 - Configuration Wireless Network Setup Wizard The Wireless Network Setup Wizard is designed to guide you through a step-by-step process to configure your wireless network. Type your desired wireless network name (SSID) and click Next. Choose your wireless security level from the following options: BEST (Recommended): Select this option to create a network key using either AES or TKIP, and click Next. BETTER: Select this option to create a network key using TKIP, and click Next.
Section 3 - Configuration If you selected BEST for your wireless security option, you will need to choose either AES or TKIP and manually enter a password for your wireless network. When you are finished, click Next. If you selected BETTER for your wireless security option, you will need to manually enter a password for your wireless network using TKIP. When you are finished, click Next.
Section 3 - Configuration Manual Wireless Configuration If you clicked Manual Wireless Network Setup you can choose what mode the DIR-506L will operate in and configure the wireless network settings. After making your changes, click the Save Settings button. Wireless Mode: Choose from either Router Mode, AP (Access Point) Mode or Repeater Mode from the drop down menu. Note: For HotSpot mode, select Router mode and configure your Internet connection to Wi-Fi HotSpot.
Section 3 - Configuration Router Mode If you select Router Mode you can configure the DIR-506L as a router. After making changes to the wireless network settings, click the Save Settings button. Enable Wireless: Check Enable Wireless to enable the wireless function. If you want to disable wireless functions, uncheck the box. Wireless Network When you are browsing for available wireless networks, this Name: is the name that will appear in the list (unless Visibility Status is set to Invisible, see below).
Section 3 - Configuration Access Point (AP) Mode If you chose AP Only Mode you can configure the DIR-506L as an access point within an existing network. After making changes to the wireless network settings, click the Save Settings button. Enable Wireless: Check Enable Wireless to enable the wireless function. If you want to disable wireless functions, uncheck the box.
Section 3 - Configuration Repeater Mode If you chose Repeater Mode you can configure the DIR-506L as a repeater for another wireless device. After making changes to the wireless network settings, click the Save Settings button. Enable Wireless: Check Enable Wireless to enable the wireless function. If you want to disable wireless functions, uncheck the box.
Section 3 - Configuration WPA-Personal WPA Mode: Select whether to use WPA, WPA2, or both WPA and WPA2 for your wireless network.. Cipher Type: Choose whether to use TKIP, AES, or both TKIP and AES ciphers for your wireless network. Pre-Shared Key: Enter the Wi-Fi password (pre-shared key) for your wireless network. You will need to enter this on your wireless devices when connecting to the DIR-506L. WPA-Enterprise WPA Mode: Select whether to use WPA, WPA2, or both WPA and WPA2 for your wireless network..
Section 3 - Configuration Network Settings This section will allow you to change the local network settings of the DIR-506L and to configure the DHCP settings. After making your changes, click the Save Settings button. Router IP Address: Enter the IP address of the DIR-506L. 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.
Section 3 - Configuration Media Server Media Server allows you to share music, pictures and videos with any devices connected to your network. After making your changes, click the Save Settings button. Note this option is only available in Router mode. Enable DLNA Media Server: Check this box to enable the media server feature. Media Server Name: Enter your media server’s name.
Section 3 - Configuration Storage Storage will allow you to access files from a USB external hard drive or flash drive that is plugged into the DIR-506L from your local network or the Internet, using either a web browser or the SharePort™ Mobile app on a smartphone or tablet. You can create users to customize access rights to the files stored on the USB drive. After making changes, click the Save Settings button. Note this option is only available in Router mode.
Section 3 - Configuration SharePort™ Mobile App (iOS, Android) The SharePort™ Mobile app allows you to remotely access files stored on a USB flash drive or USB external hard drive connected to the DIR-506L. For more information on using this feature, please refer to Storage on page 43. Note: The SharePort™ Web/SharePort™ Mobile feature of the DIR-506L can only be used when the device is configured for Router mode in the wireless settings. 1.
Section 3 - Configuration 3. From your iOS mobile device, press Settings. Settings 4. iOS - Press Wi-Fi, select the wireless network (SSID) that you created in the setup, and then enter your Wi-Fi password. Android - Press Wireless & Networks > Wi-Fi Settings and then select the wireless network (SSID) that you created in the setup. Enter your Wi-Fi password. 5. Once connected, press the SharePort icon and the SharePort app will launch.
Section 3 - Configuration 6. Press the Settings gear icon located on the top right-hand corner of the screen. Click Edit to enter your User Name and Password. Click Done to continue. Refer to page 43 to create user accounts. 7. You can now use the SharePort™ Mobile app to access the files on your USB storage drive. Note: If you connect a USB storage drive with many files or with a large capacity, it may take a while for the DIR-506L to scan and catalog your files.
Section 3 - Configuration Advanced Virtual Server Virtual Server will allow you to open a single port. If you would like to open a range of ports, refer to Application Rules on the next page. After making your changes, click the Save Settings button. Note this option is only available in Router mode. Name: Enter a name for the rule or select an application from the drop-down menu and click << to automatically fill in the rule with the default settings for that application.
Section 3 - Configuration Application Rules Some applications may require multiple connections, such as Internet gaming, video conferencing and VoIP calls over the Internet. These applications may have difficulty working through Network Address Translation (NAT). Application Rules allows some of these applications to work with the DIR-506L.
Section 3 - Configuration MAC Address Filter Use Media Access Control (MAC) Filter to control access to your network based on the MAC addresses of connected clients. You can set MAC address filtering to only allow the listed MAC addresses to connect or block access to all listed MAC addresses. After making your changes, click the Save Settings button. MAC Address Control: Click Enable to allow MAC filtering.
Section 3 - Configuration URL Filter URL Filter are used to allow you to set up a list of websites to either allow or block access to. After making your changes, click the Save Settings button. Note this option is only available in Router mode. URL Filtering: Check the Enable box to allow website filter rules. URL Filtering Enter the websites you want to block or allow in the text Rules: boxes.
Section 3 - Configuration Outbound Filter The Outbound Filter option is an advanced method of controlling data sent from the DIR-506L. With this feature you can configure outbound data filtering rules that control data based on an IP address range. Outbound Filters can be used on outbound packets. You must click Save Settings at the top to save the settings. Note this option is only available in Router mode. Outbound Filter: Check the Enable box to allow outbound filtering rules.
Section 3 - Configuration Inbound Filter 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. You must click Save Settings at the top to save the settings. Note this option is only available in Router mode.
Section 3 - Configuration SNMP The Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) is an application layer protocol to remotely manage network devices so you can find and solve network problems with ease. After making your changes, click the Save Settings button. Note this option is only available in Router mode. SNMP Local: Enable this option to allow local SNMP management. SNMP Remote: Enable this option to allow remote SNMP management. Get Community: Enter a name for the read community of your SNMP server.
Section 3 - Configuration Routing The Routing option is an advanced method of customizing specific routes of data through your network. After making your changes, click the Save Settings button. Note this option is only available in Router mode. RIP: Select Enable to turn on routing and auto-select the RIP version, or select RIPv1 or RIPv2. Destination IP: Enter the IP address of packets that will take this route. Subnet Mask: Enter the subnet mask of the route.
Section 3 - Configuration Guest Zone The Guest Zone feature allows you to create a separate wireless network for guests to access the Internet without allowing them to connect to your own devices. After making your changes, click the Save Settings button. Note this option is only available in Router mode. Enable Guest Zone: Click this box to enable the Guest Zone feature. Add New Schedule: Select when the Guest Zone will be active.
Section 3 - Configuration Advanced Wireless Advanced Wireless allows you to set various advanced wireless settings of your DIR-506L. Unless you are experiencing specific problems, it is recommended that you leave these settings at their default values. After making your changes, click the Save Settings button. Beacon Interval: This value determines the frequency in which packets broadcast by the router will synchronize with the wireless network.
Section 3 - Configuration Advanced Network Advanced Network allows you to set various advanced network settings of your DIR-506L. After making your changes, click the Save Settings button. Note this option is only available in Router mode. Enable UPnP: Click on Enabled to use the Universal Plug and Play (UPnP ™) feature. UPnP provides compatibility with networking equipment, software and peripherals. Enable WAN Check this box to allow the DIR-506L to respond to pings.
Section 3 - Configuration Tools Admin Settings Administrator Settings will allow you to change the password for the administrator account for configuring the settings of the DIR-506L. You can also turn on Remote Management. After making your changes, click the Save Settings button. New Password: Enter a new password for the Admin account. The administrator can make changes to the settings. Confirm Enter the same password that you entered in the previous Password: box in order to confirm its accuracy.
Section 3 - Configuration Time The Time and Date page 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. Daylight Saving can also be configured to automatically adjust the time when needed. After making your changes, click the Save Settings button. Time Zone: Select the Time Zone from the drop-down menu. Enable Daylight Click the Enable Daylight Saving box to select Daylight Saving: Saving time manually, .
Section 3 - Configuration SysLog The DIR-506L keeps a running log of events and activities occurring on the router. You may send these logs to a SysLog server on your network. Note this option is only available in Router mode. Enable Logging to SysLog Server: Check this box to send the router logs to a SysLog server. SysLog Server IP The address of the SysLog server that will be used to send Address: the logs.
Section 3 - Configuration E-mail Settings The E-mail Settings feature can be used to send system log files, router alert messages and firmware update notification to your e-mail address. Note this option is only available in Router mode. Enable E-mail When this option is enabled, router activity logs are Notification: e-mailed to a designated e-mail address. SMTP Server IP Enter the SMTP server address and SMTP port used for and Port: sending e-mail.
Section 3 - Configuration System System Settings allows you to save and restore your configuration, reset and reboot the DIR-506L, and remove any added language packs. Save Settings Click the Save button to save the current repeater To Local Hard configuration settings to a file on the hard disk of the Drive: computer you are using. You will then see a file dialog where you can select a location and file name for the settings.
Section 3 - Configuration Firmware Upgrade Firmware Upgrade allows you to upgrade the firmware of the DIR-506L. Make sure the firmware you want to use is on the local hard drive of the computer. Click on Choose File to locate the firmware file to be used for the upgrade. Please check the D-Link support website for firmware updates at http://support.dlink.com. Upload: After you have downloaded the new firmware, click Choose File to locate the firmware update on your hard drive.
Section 3 - Configuration Dynamic DNS The DDNS feature allows you to host a server (Web, FTP, Game Server, etc.) behind your DIR-506L 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 This page allows you to run a ping test to check your Internet connectivity. Note this option is only available in Router mode. Host Name or The Ping Test is used to send ping packets to test if your IP address: DIR-506L is connected to the Internet. Enter the host name or IP address that you wish to ping and click the Ping button.
Section 3 - Configuration Schedules You can create schedules for use with some of the features of the DIR-506L, which will allow those features to be active during certain times of the day or week. Note this option is only available in Router mode. Enable Allows the DIR-506L to apply schedule rules for the filters Schedule: you have configured. After entering the details of your schedule, click the Save button to save your changes. Schedule Rules The list of created schedules will be listed here.
Section 3 - Configuration Status Device Info The Device Information page displays the general information for the DIR-506L, as well as the LAN and wireless LAN information. General: Displays the time and firmware version. WAN: Displays information about the connection to your modem or Internet connection. LAN: Displays the MAC address and the private (local) IP settings for the access point. Wireless LAN: Displays the wireless MAC address and your wireless settings such as SSID and Channel.
Section 3 - Configuration Log The DIR-506L keeps a running log of events and activities. If the DIR-506L is rebooted, the logs are automatically cleared. Log Options: There are several types of logs that can be viewed: System Activity, Debug Information, Attacks, Dropped Packets and Notice. Previous: Directs you to the previous page of the log. Next: Directs you to the next page of the log. First Page: Directs you to the first page of the log. Last Page: Directs you to the last page of the log.
Section 3 - Configuration Statistics The DIR-506L keeps statistics of the traffic that passes through it. You can view the amount of packets that pass through the LAN and wireless portions of the network. Click the Refresh Statistics button to update the information or click the Clear Statistics button to reset all statistics. The traffic counter will reset if the DIR-506L is rebooted.
Section 3 - Configuration Wireless The Wireless Client List displays current connected wireless clients. This table also displays the connection time and MAC address of the connected wireless clients.
Section 3 - Configuration Help This screen gives you more information about the various parts of the configuration interface. Click on a link to learn more about that topic.
Section 4 - Connecting a Wireless Client Connecting a Wireless Client WPS Button The easiest and most secure way to connect your wireless devices to the router is Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS). 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-506L router.
Section 4 - Connecting a Wireless Client Wi-Fi Protected Setup Log into the DIR-506L interface, click the Setup tab, and then click Wireless Settings on the left. Click the Wi-Fi Protected Setup button. WPS: Enable the Wi-Fi Protected Setup feature. Note that if this option is unchecked, the WPS button on the router will be disabled. AP Pin: Displays the current PIN for the DIR-506L. Enter this PIN in your wireless client using PIN method. Generate New PIN: Click to generate a new random PIN.
Section 4 - Connecting a Wireless Client 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 - Connecting a Wireless Client 3. Highlight the wireless network (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 - Connecting a Wireless Client 5. Enter the same security key or passphrase 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 - Connecting a Wireless Client WPS The WPS feature of the DIR-506L can be configured using Windows® 7. 1. Click the Start button and select Computer from the menu. 2. Click Network on the left side.
Section 4 - Connecting a Wireless Client 3. Double-click the DIR-506L. 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 - Connecting a Wireless Client 5. Type a name to identify the network. 6. To configure advanced settings, click the icon. Click Next to continue.
Section 4 - Connecting a Wireless Client 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 4 - Connecting a Wireless Client 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 4 - Connecting a Wireless Client 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 4 - Connecting a Wireless Client 3. Enter the same security key or passphrase that is on your router and click Connect. It may take 20-30 seconds to connect to the wireless network. If the connection fails, please verify that the security settings are correct. The key or passphrase must be exactly the same as on the wireless router.
Section 4 - Connecting a Wireless Client WPS/WCN 2.0 The DIR-506L supports Wi-Fi protection, referred to as WCN 2.0 in Windows Vista®. The following instructions for setting this up depends on whether you are using Windows Vista® to 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 4 - Connecting a Wireless Client 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 4 - Connecting a Wireless Client 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 4 - Connecting a Wireless Client 3. The Wireless Network Connection box will appear. Enter the WPA-PSK passphrase and click Connect. It may take 20-30 seconds to connect to the wireless network. If the connection fails, please verify that the WPA-PSK settings are correct. The WPA-PSK passphrase must be exactly the same as on the wireless router.
Section 5 - Troubleshooting Troubleshooting This chapter provides solutions to problems that can occur during the installation and operation of the DIR-506L. Read the following descriptions if you are having problems. 1. Why can’t I access the web-based configuration utility? When entering the IP address of the D-Link router (for example: http://192.168.0.1 or http://dlinkrouter.local), you are not connecting to a website nor do you have to be connected to the Internet.
Section 5 - 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 5 - Troubleshooting 3. Why can’t I connect to certain sites or send and receive e-mails when connecting through my router? If you are having a problem sending or receiving e-mail, or connecting to secure sites such as eBay, banking sites and Hotmail, we suggest lowering the MTU in increments of ten (Ex. 1492, 1482, 1472, etc). 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 5 - Troubleshooting You should start at 1472 and work your way down by 10 each time. Once you get a reply, go up by two (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? Wireless, or Wi-Fi, technology is another way of connecting your computer to the network without using wires. Wi-Fi uses radio frequency to connect wirelessly, so you have the freedom to connect computers anywhere in your home or office network. Why D-Link Wireless? D-Link is the worldwide leader and award winning designer, developer and manufacturer of networking products. D-Link delivers the performance you need at a price you can afford.
Appendix A - Wireless Basics Wireless Personal Area Network (WPAN) Bluetooth is the industry standard wireless technology used for WPAN. Bluetooth devices in WPAN operate in a range up to 30 feet away. Compared to WLAN the speed and wireless operation range are both less than WLAN, but in return it doesn’t use nearly as much power which makes it ideal for personal devices, such as mobile phones, PDAs, headphones, laptops, speakers and other devices that operate on batteries.
Appendix A - Wireless Basics Where is wireless used? Wireless technology is expanding everywhere not just at home or office. People like the freedom of mobility and it’s becoming so popular that more and more public facilities now provide wireless access to attract people. The wireless connection in public places is usually called “hotspots.
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 Assign a Static 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 Standards • IEEE 802.11n • IEEE 802.11g • IEEE 802.3 • IEEE 802.3u Wireless Modes • Router • Access Point (AP) Mode • Repeater Mode • Wi-Fi Hot Spot Mode Wireless Frequency Range 1 • 2.4 GHz to 2.
Appendix D - GPL Code Statement GPL Code Statement This D-Link product includes software code developed by third parties, including software code subject to the GNU General Public License (“GPL”) or GNU Lesser General Public License (“LGPL”). As applicable, the terms of the GPL and LGPL, and information on obtaining access to the GPL code and LGPL code used in this product, are available to you at: http://tsd.dlink.com.tw/GPL.
Appendix D - GPL Code Statement Preamble The GNU General Public License is a free, copyleft license for software and other kinds of works. The licenses for most software and other practical works are designed to take away your freedom to share and change the works. By contrast, the GNU General Public License is intended to guarantee your freedom to share and change all versions of a program--to make sure it remains free software for all its users.
Appendix D - GPL Code Statement Finally, every program is threatened constantly by software patents. States should not allow patents to restrict development and use of software on general-purpose computers, but in those that do, we wish to avoid the special danger that patents applied to a free program could make it effectively proprietary. To prevent this, the GPL assures that patents cannot be used to render the program non-free.
Appendix D - GPL Code Statement 1. Source Code. The “source code” for a work means the preferred form of the work for making modifications to it. “Object code” means any non-source form of a work. A “Standard Interface” means an interface that either is an official standard defined by a recognized standards body, or, in the case of interfaces specified for a particular programming language, one that is widely used among developers working in that language.
Appendix D - GPL Code Statement 2. Basic Permissions. All rights granted under this License are granted for the term of copyright on the Program, and are irrevocable provided the stated conditions are met. This License explicitly affirms your unlimited permission to run the unmodified Program. The output from running a covered work is covered by this License only if the output, given its content, constitutes a covered work.
Appendix D - GPL Code Statement 4. Conveying Verbatim Copies.
Appendix D - GPL Code Statement 6. Conveying Non-Source Forms. You may convey a covered work in object code form under the terms of sections 4 and 5, provided that you also convey the machine-readable Corresponding Source under the terms of this License, in one of these ways: a) Convey the object code in, or embodied in, a physical product (including a physical distribution medium), accompanied by the Corresponding Source fixed on a durable physical medium customarily used for software interchange.
Appendix D - GPL Code Statement A “User Product” is either (1) a “consumer product”, which means any tangible personal property which is normally used for personal, family, or household purposes, or (2) anything designed or sold for incorporation into a dwelling. In determining whether a product is a consumer product, doubtful cases shall be resolved in favor of coverage.
Appendix D - GPL Code Statement 7. Additional Terms. “Additional permissions” are terms that supplement the terms of this License by making exceptions from one or more of its conditions. Additional permissions that are applicable to the entire Program shall be treated as though they were included in this License, to the extent that they are valid under applicable law.
Appendix D - GPL Code Statement All other non-permissive additional terms are considered “further restrictions” within the meaning of section 10. If the Program as you received it, or any part of it, contains a notice stating that it is governed by this License along with a term that is a further restriction, you may remove that term.
Appendix D - GPL Code Statement 9. Acceptance Not Required for Having Copies. You are not required to accept this License in order to receive or run a copy of the Program. Ancillary propagation of a covered work occurring solely as a consequence of using peer-to-peer transmission to receive a copy likewise does not require acceptance. However, nothing other than this License grants you permission to propagate or modify any covered work. These actions infringe copyright if you do not accept this License.
Appendix D - GPL Code Statement 11. Patents. A “contributor” is a copyright holder who authorizes use under this License of the Program or a work on which the Program is based. The work thus licensed is called the contributor’s “contributor version”.
Appendix D - GPL Code Statement A patent license is “discriminatory” if it does not include within the scope of its coverage, prohibits the exercise of, or is conditioned on the non-exercise of one or more of the rights that are specifically granted under this License.
Appendix D - GPL Code Statement 14. Revised Versions of this License. The Free Software Foundation may publish revised and/or new versions of the GNU General Public License from time to time. Such new versions will be similar in spirit to the present version, but may differ in detail to address new problems or concerns. Each version is given a distinguishing version number.
Appendix D - GPL Code Statement 17. Interpretation of Sections 15 and 16. If the disclaimer of warranty and limitation of liability provided above cannot be given local legal effect according to their terms, reviewing courts shall apply local law that most closely approximates an absolute waiver of all civil liability in connection with the Program, unless a warranty or assumption of liability accompanies a copy of the Program in return for a fee.
Appendix E - Warranty Warranty Subject to the terms and conditions set forth herein, D-Link Systems, Inc. (“D-Link”) provides this Limited Warranty: • Only to the person or entity that originally purchased the product from D-Link or its authorized reseller or distributor, and • Only for products purchased and delivered within the fifty states of the United States, the District of Columbia, U.S. Possessions or Protectorates, U.S. Military Installations, or addresses with an APO or FPO.
Appendix E - Warranty Limited Software Warranty: D-Link warrants that the software portion of the product (“Software”) will substantially conform to D-Link’s then current functional specifications for the Software, as set forth in the applicable documentation, from the date of original retail purchase of the Software for a period of ninety (90) days (“Software Warranty Period”), provided that the Software is properly installed on approved hardware and operated as contemplated in its documentation.
Appendix E - Warranty Submitting A Claim (USA): The customer shall return the product to the original purchase point based on its return policy.
Appendix E - Warranty Submitting A Claim (Canada): The customer shall return the product to the original purchase point based on its return policy. In case the return policy period has expired and the product is within warranty, the customer shall submit a claim to D-Link as outlined below: • Customers need to provide their receipt (proof of purchase) even if the product is registered. Without a receipt, no warranty service will be done. The registration is not considered a proof of purchase.
Appendix E - Warranty What Is Not Covered: The Limited Warranty provided herein by D-Link does not cover: Products that, in D-Link’s judgment, have been subjected to abuse, accident, alteration, modification, tampering, negligence, misuse, faulty installation, lack of reasonable care, repair or service in any way that is not contemplated in the documentation for the product, or if the model or serial number has been altered, tampered with, defaced or removed; Initial installation, installation and removal
Appendix E - Warranty Limitation of Liability: TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, D-LINK IS NOT LIABLE UNDER ANY CONTRACT, NEGLIGENCE, STRICT LIABILITY OR OTHER LEGAL OR EQUITABLE THEORY FOR ANY LOSS OF USE OF THE PRODUCT, INCONVENIENCE OR DAMAGES OF ANY CHARACTER, WHETHER DIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL (INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF GOODWILL, LOSS OF REVENUE OR PROFIT, WORK STOPPAGE, COMPUTER FAILURE OR MALFUNCTION, FAILURE OF OTHER EQUIPMENT OR COMPUTER PROGRAMS TO
Appendix E - Warranty CE Mark Warning: This is a Class B product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference, in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures. FCC 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 E - Warranty IMPORTANT NOTICE: FCC Radiation Exposure Statement: This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & your body. To maintain compliance with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, please avoid direct contact to the transmitting antenna during transmitting.
Appendix F - Registration Registration Product registration is entirely voluntary and failure to complete or return this form will not diminish your warranty rights. Version 1.
