Table of Content D-Link DSL-321B User Manual 1
Table of Content Table of Contents PACKAGE CONTENTS ...........................................................................................3 SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS ......................................................................................4 FEATURES ...........................................................................................................6 HARDWARE OVERVIEW ........................................................................................7 Connections ..................
Section 1 - Product Overview • • • • • Package Contents DSL-321B ADSL Router Power Adapter One twisted-pair telephone cable used for ADSL connection One straight-through Ethernet cable one TAE adapter(Not needed outside Germany) Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage rating than the one included with the DSL-321B will cause damage and void the warranty for this product.
Section 1 - Product Overview System Requirements • • ADSL Internet service Computer with: • 200MHz Processor • 64MB Memory • CD-ROM Drive • Ethernet Adapter with TCP/IP Protocol Installed • Windows win7/vista/XP/2000 • MAC OS • Internet Explorer v6 or later, FireFox v1.
Section 1 - Product Overview Introduction HIGH-SPEED ADSL2/2+ INTERNET CONNECTION Latest ADSL2/2+ standards provide Internet transmission of up to 24Mbps downstream, 1Mbps upstream. TOTAL SECURITY Firewall protection from Internet attacks, user access control. ULTIMATE INTERNET CONNECTION The DSL-321B ADSL2+ router is a versatile, high-performance remote router for home and the small office.
Section 1 - Product Overview Features • DHCP Support - Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol automatically and dynamically assigns all LAN IP settings to each host on your network. This eliminates the need to reconfigure every host whenever changes in network topology occur. • Network Address Translation (NAT) - For small office environments, the DSL-321B allows multiple users on the LAN to access the Internet concurrently through a single Internet account.
Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Overview Connections Ethernet ports Use the Ethernet ports to connect the Router to your Ethernet LAN or Ethernet devices ADSL port Use the ADSL cable to connect to the your telephone line (RJ-11 port) Power button Push in to power-on the Router.
Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Overview LEDs Power Steady green light indicates the unit is powered on. When the device is powered off this remains dark. DSL Steady green light indicates a valid ADSL connection. This will light after the ADSL negotiation process has been settled. A blinking green light indicates activity on the WAN (ADSL) interface. D-Link DSL-321B User Manual LAN A solid green light indicates a valid link on startup.
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 read and make sure you understand all the prerequisites for proper installation of your new Router. Have all the necessary information and equipment on hand before beginning the installation.
Section 2 - Installation Installation Notes In order to establish a connection to the Internet it will be necessary to provide information to the Router that will be stored in its memory. For some users, only their account information (Username and Password) is required. For others, various parameters that control and define the Internet connection will be required. You can print out the two pages below and use the tables to list this information.
Section 2 - Installation Additional Software It may be necessary to install software on your computer that enables the computer to access the Internet. Additional software must be installed if you are using the device a simple bridge. For a bridged connection, the information needed to make and maintain the Internet connection is stored on another computer or gateway device, not in the Router itself.
Section 2 - Installation 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.co.uk. 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.
Section 2 - Installation VPI Most users will not be required to change this setting. The Virtual Path Identifier (VPI) is used in conjunction with the Virtual Channel Identifier (VCI) to identify the data path between your ADSL service provider’s network and your computer. If you are setting up the Router for multiple virtual connections, you will need to configure the VPI and VCI as instructed by your ADSL service provider for the additional connections.
Section 2 - Installation Information you will need about DSL-321B 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. The default Password is “admin.” The user may change this.
Section 2 - Installation Information you will need about your LAN or computer : Ethernet NIC If your computer has an Ethernet NIC, you can connect the DSL-321B to this Ethernet port using an Ethernet cable. You can also use the Ethernet ports on the DSL-321B to connect to other computer or Ethernet devices. DHCP Client status Your DSL-321B ADSL Router is configured, by default, to be a DHCP server.
Section 2 - Installation Device Installation The DSL-321B ADSL Router maintains two separate interfaces, an Ethernet LAN and an ADSL Internet (WAN) connection. Carefully consider the Router’s location suitable for connectivity for your Ethernet devices. You must have a functioning broadband connection via a bridge device such as a Cable or ADSL modem in order to use the Router’s WAN function. Place the Router in a location where it can be connected to the various devices as well as to a power source.
Section 2 - Installation Factory Reset Button The Router may be reset to the original factory default settings by using a ballpoint or paperclip to gently push down the reset button in the following sequence: 1. Press and hold the reset button while the device is powered off. 2. Turn on the power. 3. Wait for 10~15 seconds and then release the reset button. Remember that this will wipe out any settings stored in flash memory including user account information and LAN IP settings.
Section 2 - Installation Hub or Switch to Router Connection Connect the Router to an uplink port (MDI-II) on an Ethernet hub or switch with a straight-through cable as shown in this diagram. If you wish to reserve the uplink port on the switch or hub for another device, connect to any on the other MDI-X ports (1x, 2x, etc.) with a crossed cable.
Section 3 - Configuration Configuration This section will show you how to configure your new D-Link ADSL router using the web-based configuration utility. Web-based Configuration Utility Connect to the Router To configure the WAN connection used by the Router it is first necessary to communicate with the Router through its management interface, which is HTML-based and can be accessed using a web browser.
Section 3 - Configuration SETUP This chapter is concerned with using your computer to configure the WAN connection. The following chapter describes the various windows used to configure and monitor the Router including how to change IP settings and DHCP server setup. WIZARD ADSL SETUP Click on the Setup Wizard button to launch the Setup Wizard. WELCOME TO D-LINK SETUP WIZARD There are four steps to configuring your router. Click on the Next button to continue.
Section 3 - Configuration STEP 1: CHANGE YOUR DSL-321B PASSWORD The default password is "admin", in order to secure your network, please modify the password. Note: Confirm Password must be same as "New Password". Of course, you can click on the Skip to ignore the step. STEP 2: SELECT INTERNET CONNECTION TYPE Please select your Country and ISP. The VPI and VCI information Will display Automatically. Of course, you can modify the information.
Section 3 - Configuration STEP 2: Setup Wizard - For PPPoE/PPPoA connection Type in the Username and Password (and PPPoE Service Name, if required by your ISP). Click on the Next button to go to the next Setup Wizard window. STEP 3: FINISH Push the FINISH button to use the configuration.
Section 3 - Configuration ADSL SETUP To access the ADSL SETUP (WAN) settings window, click on the ADSL Setup button in the SETUP directory and select the Manual Setup to configure the MANUAL ADSL interface in this page: ADSL SETUP If you want to type connection configuration for various types, please enable the Manual Setup. MANUAL ADSL CONNECTION SETUP PPPoE/PPPoA Choose this option if your ISP uses PPPoE/PPPoA.
Section 3 - Configuration For PPPoE/PPPoA connection Type in the Username and Password (and PPPoE Service Name, if required by your ISP). Type service name which is from your ISP on the Servername option. Choose PPPoE LLC, PPPoE VC-mux, PPPoA LLC and PPPoA VC-mux. Set MTU value which you want but should be less than 1492 on the MTU Set the time which your data doesn’t pass through the connection, it will be disconnected on the Idle Time Out. The default time is 0 and it means it is always on.
Section 3 - Configuration Set PVC values which are from your ISP on VPI/VCI Set Virtual Circuit to enable mode when you want to use this PVC. For ADSL QoS setup, modify Service Category according to your ISP’s suggestions. Click on the Save Settings button to use this configuration.
Section 3 - Configuration LAN SETUP 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.
Section 3 - Configuration DHCP SERVER SETTINGS (OPTIONAL) Set the DHCP IP Address Range and the default is from 192.168.1.2 to 192.168.1.33. The IP address pool can be up to 253 IP addresses. Set the value hours on the DHCP Lease Time and the default is 72 hours. DHCP TABLE The Host Name can help you recognize the PC with the MAC Address, such as “Father’s Laptop”, it’s recognized from dynamic assigned IP’s host name.
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 NTP (Network Time Protocol) Server. Daylight Saving can also be configured to automatically adjust the time when needed. To access the TIME setting window, click on the Time and Date button in the SETUP directory TIME Select your operating time zone from the Time Zone drop-down list.
Section 3 - Configuration United States you must set November, First, Sunday, at 2:00 A.M. Daylight Saving time ends in the European Union on the Last Sunday of October. For instance, in Germany you must type 2 because Germany’s time zone is 1 hour ahead of GMT (GMT+1). Thus, in Germany you must use March, Last, Sunday, at 1:00 A.M. Check the Automatically Synchronise with Internet Time Servers. Type the specific NTP server name.
Section 3 - Configuration PARENTAL CONTROL Parental Control provides two useful tools for restricting Internet access. Block Websites allows you to quickly create a list of all web sites that you wish to stop users from accessing. Time Restrictions allows you to control when clients or PCs connected to Router are allowed to access the Internet BLOCKED WEBSITES SCHEDULING Please type the website name which you want to block on the Website Please set the day and time.
Section 3 - Configuration INTERNET ACCESS TIME RESTRICTIONS You can have the schedule plan to decide the internet access time restrictions.
Section 3 - Configuration LOGOUT The LOGOUT page enables you to logout of your router configuration and closes the browser. To access the LOGOUT setting window, click on the Logout button in the SETUP directory LOGOUT Click on the Logout button to logout of the router configuration settings and close the browser.
Section 3 - Configuration ADVANCED This chapter includes the more advanced features used for network management and security as well as administrative tools to manage the router, view status and other information used to examine performance and for troubleshooting. PORT FORWARDING Use the PORT FORWARDING window to open ports in your router and re-direct data through those ports to a single PC on your network (WAN-to-LAN traffic).
Section 3 - Configuration Type internal start port from Internal Start Port input box. It shows the start port opened in the PC with the appointed Private IP. Type internal end port from Internal End Port input box. It shows the end port opened in the PC with the appointed Private IP. Select PVC of the port forwarding rule from Connection drop-down list.
Section 3 - Configuration QOS SETUP Quality of Service Setup can be used to improve data flow for different applications by prioritizing the network traffic based on selected criteria. QOS SETUP You have to define the service ports. For example, VoIP(RTP) is from 700(Start Port) to 900(End Port) H.
Section 3 - Configuration LAN QOS RULES CONFIGURATION Type the policy name on the Name Select the priority value on the Priority Select the Protocol, ICMP, TCP and UDP. Set the Source IP Range and the Destination IP Range. Set the Source Port Range and the Destination Port Range. Click the Add/Apply button to add the policy to the list.
Section 3 - Configuration OUTBOUND FILTER By default, all outgoing IP traffic from the LAN is allowed. The Outbound Filter allows you to create a filter rule to block outgoing IP traffic by specifying a filter name and at least one condition below. All of the specified conditions in this filter rule must be satisfied for the rule to take effect. ADD OUTBOUND IP FILTER Type the filter name on the Filter Name. Choose TCP, UDP or ICMP on the Protocol.
Section 3 - Configuration INBOUND FILTER By default, all incoming IP traffic from the internet network is allowed. The Inbound Filter allows you to create a filter rule to filter incoming IP traffic by specifying a filter name and at least one condition below. All of the specified conditions in this filter rule must be satisfied for the rule to take effect. ADD OUTBOUND IP FILTER Type the filter name on the Filter Name. Choose TCP, UDP or ICMP on the Protocol.
Section 3 - Configuration DNS SETUP The DNS is used to resolve the DNS name to IPs. You can type or get automatically. The Dynamic DNS feature allows you to host a server (Web, FTP, Game Server, etc...) using a domain name that you have purchased (for example: www.whateveryournameis.com) with your dynamically assigned IP address. Most broadband Internet Service Providers assign dynamic (changing) IP addresses.
Section 3 - Configuration DDNS CONFIGURATION Please enable the Enable Dynamic DNS if you want to use DDNS. Choose which DDNS web site to use on the Server Address. Type which Host name which you registered with your DDNS service provider. on the Host Name. Type the username/password on the username/password for your DDNS account. After configure the DNS settings as desired, click on the Apply Settings button to apply settings.
Section 3 - Configuration VLAN The Virtual LAN (VLAN) allows you to configure a group of devices on one or more LANs so that they can communicate as if they were attached to the same wire, when in fact they are located on a number of different LAN segments. VLAN GROUP SETTING Select configuring VLAN index from VLAN Index drop-down list. Enable VLAN group on the Enable VLAN Group Set VLAN ID in VLAN ID input box To add ATM VCs port to VLAN group, check PVC’s Port.
Section 3 - Configuration VLAN GROUP SUMMARY Present current exist VLAN groups, including Group, ID, VLAN Group Ports, VLAN Tagged Ports. To remove designate VLAN group, tick Remove checkbox and click Remove Selected to remove selected VLAN group.
Section 3 - Configuration FIREWALL & DMZ The router already provides a simple firewall by virtue of the way NAT works. By default NAT does not respond to unsolicited incoming requests on any port, thereby making your WAN invisible to Internet cyber attackers. DMZ means 'Demilitarized Zone'. DMZ allows computers behind the router firewall to be accessible to Internet traffic. Typically, your DMZ would contain Web servers, FTP servers, and others. FIREWALL SETTING Enable the Firewall on the Enable Firewall.
Section 3 - Configuration ADVANCED ADSL The Advanced ADSL settings allow you to choose which ADSL modulation settings your modem router will support. D-Link do not recommend that you change these settings unless directed to do so by your ISP. ADVANCED ADSL SETTINGS Please select following ADSL profile to link. Modulation Model can be Auto Sync-Up, ADSL2+, ADSL2, G.DMT, T1.413, G.lite, Type can be Annex B, Annex J, Annex M, Annex B/J/ M Please select to enable Bitswap and SRA on the Capability.
Section 3 - Configuration ADVANCED LAN These options are for users that wish to change the LAN settings. D-Link does not recommend changing these settings from factory default. Changing these settings may affect the behavior of your network. UPNP Please select the Enable UPnP when you want to have Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) supports peer-to-peer Plug and Play functionality for network devices. MULTICAST STREAMS Please select the IGMP-V1, IGMP-V2 or IGMP-V3 to let IGMP stream can pass through DSL-321B.
Section 3 - Configuration REMOTE MANAGEMENT This section allows you to enable/disable remote access to the router from the Internet. Advanced access control allows you to configure access via specific services. Most users will not need to change any of these settings. REMOTE MANAGEMENT SETTINGS Please enable the ENABLE Remote Management Please type the port number which you want to replace the original port.
Section 3 - Configuration REMOTE ACCESS CONTROL Please select the Service to enable on LAN or WAN. Please click the Apply Settings button to save the configuration.
Section 3 - Configuration TR-069 The WAN management protocol TR-069 allows an Auto-Configuration Server (ACS) to perform auto-configuration, provision, collection, and diagnostics to this device. To access the TR-069 Configuration window, click on the Network Tools button under the ADVANCED tab. TR-069 TR-069 is a WAN management protocol which allows your ISP to perform monitoring, configuration and firmware upgrade on your router remotely. Inform: Select to enable or disable TR-069 client functionality.
Section 3 - Configuration MAINTENANCE Click on the MAINTENANCE tab to reveal the window buttons for various functions located in this directory. PASSWORD The factory default password of this router is 'admin'. To help secure your network, D-Link recommends that you should choose a new password. SET PASSWORD (OPTIONAL) Please type the Current Password, New Password and Confirm Password. Please click the Apply Settings button to save the settings.
Section 3 - Configuration SAVE/RESTORE SETTINGS Once the router is configured and you can save the configuration settings to a configuration file on your hard drive. You also have the option to load configuration settings, or restore the factory default settings. SAVE/RESTORE CONFIGURATION Please click the Save button on the Save Settings to Local Hard Drive. Please click Browse button to choose the configurations file and then click the Update Settings button to upload.
Section 3 - Configuration FIRMWARE UPDATE Use the FIRMWARE UPDATE window 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 first save the configuration settings with the SAVE/RESTORE SETTINGS window described above. To access the FIRMWARE UPDATE setting window, click on the Firmware Update button under the MAINTENANCE tab.
Section 3 - Configuration DIAGNOSTICS Your router is capable of testing your DSL connection. The individual tests are listed below. If a test displays a fail status, click "Re_run Diagnostics Tests" at the bottom of this page to make sure fail status is consistent. If the test continues to fail, click "Help" and follow the troubleshooting procedures. .
Section 3 - Configuration SYSTEM LOG The system Log allows you to view the logs that have been created. SYSTEM LOG Date/Time: Message: Log date and time All logged events will be displayed.
Section 3 - Configuration STATUS Click on the STATUS tab to reveal the window buttons for various functions located in this directory. The DEVICE STATUS window is the first item in the STATUS directory. Use these windows to view system information and monitor performance. DEVICE INFO The Device Info page displays a summary overview of your router status, including: Device firmware version and summary of your Internet configuration (both Internet and Ethernet status).
Section 3 - Configuration INTERNET STATUS This window displays WAN information including ADSL Modulation, Cable Status, Virtual Circuit, Connection Type, Network Status, Connection Up Time, Downstream Line Rate, Upstream Line Rate, MAC address, IP address, Subnet Mask, Default Gateway, and Preferred/Alternate DNS Server. LAN This window displays LAN information including MAC Address, IP Address, Subnet Mask, and DHCP Server.
Section 3 - Configuration CONNECTED CLIENTS This feature shows all the currently connected LAN computers. CONNECTED DHCP LAN CLIENTS This window displays all the entities which link to the LAN interface and obtained IP address from DHCP server successfully.
Section 3 - Configuration STATISTICS This information reflects the current status of your router. WAN STATISTICS This window displays all the Received and Transmitted packet status on the WAN interface. LAN STATISTICS This window displays all the Received and Transmitted packet status on the LAN interface.
Section 3 - Configuration ADSL STATISTICS This window displays all the ADSL status D-Link DSL-321B User Manual 58
Section 4 - Troubleshooting Troubleshooting This chapter provides solutions to problems that can occur during the installation and operation of the DSL-321B. 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 (192.168.1.
Section 4 - Troubleshooting • Configure your Internet settings: • Go to Start > Settings > Control Panel. Double-click on the Internet Options Icon. From the Security tab, click on the button to restore the settings to their defaults. • Click on the Connection tab and set the dial-up option to Never Dial a Connection. Click on the LAN Settings button. Make sure nothing is checked. Click on the OK. • Go to the Advanced tab and click on the button to restore these settings to their defaults.
Appendix A - 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 automatically. To verify your IP address, please follow the steps below. Click on Start > Run. In the run box type cmd and click on the OK. At the prompt, type ipconfig and press Enter. This will display the IP address, subnet mask, and the default gateway of your adapter. If the address is 0.0.0.
Appendix A - 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® XP - Click on Start > Control Panel > Network Connections. Windows® 2000 - From the desktop, right-click on the My Network Places > Properties. Step 2 Right-click on the Local Area Connection which represents your D-Link network adapter and select Properties.
Appendix B – Technical Specification Technical Specifications Data Transfer Rate ADSL Standards • • • • • • ANSI T1.413 Issue 2 ITU G.992.1 (G.dmt) Annex B ITU G.992.2 (G.lite) Annex B ITU G.994.1 (G.hs) ITU G.992.5 Annex B • • • ADSL2 Standards • • ITU G.992.3 (G.dmt.bis) Annex B ITU G.992.4 (G.lite.bis) Annex B Protocols • • • • • • • • • • IEEE 802.
Appendix C –Contacting Technical Support Contacting Technical Support You can find software updates and user documentation on the D-Link websites. If you require product support, we encourage you to browse our FAQ section on the Web Site before contacting the Support line. We have many FAQ’s which we hope will provide you a speedy resolution for your problem. For Customers within the United Kingdom & Ireland: D-Link UK & Ireland Technical Support over the Internet: http://www.dlink.co.uk ftp://ftp.dlink.
