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 1.0 July 2, 2008 Description DIR-825 Revision A1 with Firmware version 1.00 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.................................................... 1 System Requirements.............................................. 2 Introduction............
Table of Contents Advanced Network Settings.............................. 54 UPnP............................................................. 54 Internet Ping Block........................................ 54 Internet Port Speed....................................... 54 Multicast Streams.......................................... 54 Guest Zone....................................................... 55 Administrator Settings....................................... 56 Time Settings..............................
Section 1 - Product Overview Product PackageOverview Contents D-Link DIR-825 Xtreme N™ Dual Band Gigabit Router Power Adapter Ethernet Cable CD-ROM Stand Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage rating than the one included with the DIR-825 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 802.11n-draft or 802.11g wireless clients • IEEE 802.11a 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 6.0 or higher • Mozilla 1.7.12 or higher • Firefox 1.5 or higher • Safari 1.
Section 1 - Product Overview Introduction TOTAL PERFORMANCE Combines award winning router features and IEEE 802.11a/g/Draft 802.11n wireless 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-825 provides up to 300Mbps* wireless connection with other 802.11n wireless clients. This capability allows users to participate in real-time activities online, such as video streaming, online gaming, and real-time audio. The performance of this 802.11n wireless router gives you the freedom of wireless networking at speeds 650% faster than 802.11g. • Compatible with 802.
Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Overview Connections USB Connect a USB 1.1 or 2.0 flash drive to configure the wireless settings using WCN. Gigabit LAN Ports (1-4) Connect Ethernet devices such as computers, switches, and hubs. D-Link DIR-825 User Manual Reset Pressing the Reset button restores the router to its original factory default settings. Internet Port The auto MDI/MDIX Internet port is the connection for the Ethernet cable to the cable or DSL modem.
Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Overview LEDs Internet LED A solid light indicates connection on the Internet port. This LED blinks during data transmission. WCN LED Insert a USB flash drive with WCN information. The LED will blink 3 times if it successfully transfers the wireless settings. Status LED A blinking light indicates that the DIR-825 is ready. Power LED A solid light indicates a proper connection to the power supply.
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 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 Connect to Cable/DSL/Satellite Modem If you are connecting the router to a cable/DSL/satellite modem, please follow the steps below: 1. Place the router in an open and central location. Do not plug the power adapter into the router. 2. Turn the power off on your modem. If there is no on/off switch, then unplug the modem’s power adapter. Shut down your computer. 3.
Section 2 - Installation Connect to Another Router If you are connecting the D-Link router to another router to use as a wireless access point and/or switch, you will have to do the following before connecting the router to your network: • Disable UPnP™ • Disable DHCP • Change the LAN IP address to an available address on your network. The LAN ports on the router cannot accept a DHCP address from your other router. To connect to another router, please follow the steps below: 1.
Section 2 - Installation 6. Disconnect the Ethernet cable from the router and reconnect your computer to your network. 7. Connect an Ethernet cable in one of the LAN ports of the router and connect it to your other router. Do not plug anything into the Internet (WAN) port of the D-Link router. 8. You may now use the other 3 LAN ports to connect other Ethernet devices and computers. To configure your wireless network, open a web browser and enter the IP address you assigned to the router.
Section 2 - Installation Getting Started The DIR-825 includes a Quick Router Setup Wizard CD. Follow the simple steps below to run the Setup Wizard to guide you quickly through the installation process. Insert the Quick Router Setup Wizard CD in the CD-ROM drive. The step-by-step instructions that follow are shown in Windows® XP. The steps and screens are similar for the other Windows operating systems. If the CD Autorun function does not automatically start on your computer, go to Start > Run.
Section 3 - Configuration Configuration This section will show you how to configure your new D-Link wireless router using the web-based configuration utility. Web-based Configuration Utility To access the configuration utility, open a web-browser such as Internet Explorer and enter the IP address of the router (192.168.0.1). You may also connect using the NetBIOS name in the address bar (http://dlinkrouter). Select Admin from the drop-down menu and then enter your password.
Section 3 - Configuration Setup Wizard Click Launch Internet Connection Setup Wizard to begin. If you want to enter your settings without running the wizard, click Manual Configuration and skip to page 18. Click Next to continue. Create a new password and then click Next to continue.
Section 3 - Configuration Select your time zone from the drop-down menu and then click Next to continue. Select the type of Internet connection you use and then click Next to continue. If you selected Dynamic, you may need to enter the MAC address of the computer that was last connected directly to your modem. If you are currently using that computer, click Clone Your PC’s MAC Address and then click Next to continue. The Host Name is optional but may be required by some ISPs.
Section 3 - Configuration If you selected PPPoE, enter your PPPoE username and password. Click Next to continue. Select Static if your ISP assigned you the IP address, subnet mask, gateway, and DNS server addresses. Note: Make sure to remove your PPPoE software from your computer. The software is no longer needed and will not work through a router. If you selected PPTP, enter your PPTP username and password. Click Next to continue. If you selected L2TP, enter your L2TP username and password.
Section 3 - Configuration If you selected Static, enter your network settings supplied by your Internet provider. Click Next to continue. Click Connect to save your settings. Click Reboot Now to reboot the router so the new settings can take effect. Once the router is finished rebooting, click Continue. Please allow 1-2 minutes to connect. Close your browser window and reopen it to test your Internet connection. It may take a few tries to initially connect to the Internet.
Section 3 - Configuration Manual Internet Connection Setup Click Manual Internet Connection Setup to begin. If you want to configure your router to connect to the Internet using the wizard, click Internet Connection Setup Wizard and refer to page 14.
Section 3 - Configuration Dynamic (Cable) My Internet Select Dynamic IP (DHCP) to obtain IP Address Connection: information automatically from your ISP. Select this option if your ISP does not give you any IP numbers to use. This option is commonly used for cable modem services such as Comcast and Cox. Host Name: The Host Name is optional but may be required by some ISPs. Leave blank if you are not sure. Use Unicasting: Check the box if you are having problems obtaining an IP address from your ISP.
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 your PPPoE software from your computer. The software is no longer needed and will not work through a router. My Internet Select PPPoE (Username/Password) from the drop-down menu.
