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Table of Contents Table of Contents Product Overview............................................................... 1 Package Contents.......................................................................... 1 System Requirements.................................................................. 2 Introduction.................................................................................... 3 Features.............................................................................................
Table of Contents Network...................................................................................93 SharePort................................................................................95 Create User........................................................................96 mydlink....................................................................................97 Features...........................................................................................98 QoS Engine................
Section 1 - Product Overview Product PackageOverview Contents DSL-3590L Wireless AC1900 Dual-Band Gigabit ADSL2+ Modem Router Power Adapter DSL Phone Cable CD-ROM Ethernet Cable Wi-Fi Configuration Note Wi-Fi Configuration Card If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller. Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage rating than the one included with the DSL-3590L will cause damage and void the warranty for this product.
Section 1 - Product Overview System Requirements Network Requirements • A DSL Internet connection • 802.11ac, n, g, b, or a wireless or Ethernet port Computer with the following: • Windows®, Macintosh, or Linux-based operating system • An installed Ethernet adapter Web-based Configuration Utility Requirements Browser Requirements: • Internet Explorer 8 or higher • Firefox 12 or higher • Safari 4 or higher • Chrome 20 or higher Windows® Users: Make sure you have the latest version of Java installed.
Section 1 - Product Overview Introduction The D-Link DSL-3590L Wireless AC1900 Dual-Band Gigabit ADSL2+ Modem Router shares your DSL Internet connection over a blazing-fast Wireless AC connection. It also comes equipped with four Gigabit ports to provide speeds up to 10x faster than standard 10/100 ports.
Section 1 - Product Overview Features • Faster Wireless Networking - The DSL-3590L Wireless AC technology provides a wireless connection with speeds of up to 1900 Mbps* with concurrent 801.11ac and 802.11n wireless clients . It also operates on both the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands to allow separation of traffic so users can participate in high-bandwidth activities, such as video streaming, online gaming, and real-time audio, without affecting low-priority traffic like email and web surfing.
Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Overview LEDs 1 3 2 4 5 6 7 1 WPS Button & LED 2 Internet LED 3 ADSL LED 4 USB 3.0 & 2.0 LEDs A solid green light indicates a connection to a USB device. 5 Wireless LEDs (2.4 GHz & 5 GHz) A solid green light indicates that the wireless segment is ready. The light will blink during data transmission. 6 LAN (1-4) LEDs A solid green light indicates a connection to a Gigabit Ethernet device while an amber light indicates a connection to a 10/100 device.
Section 1 - Product Overview Back View 1 2 3 5 4 6 7 1 ADSL Port Connect to an ADSL enabled telephone line. 2 USB 3.0 & 2.0 Ports Connect USB devices such as printers, scanners or storage. 3 LAN (1-4) Ports Connect Ethernet devices such as computers, switches, and game consoles. 4 Wi-Fi Button Press for three seconds to enable/disable wireless networks. 5 Power Button Press to power the device on and off. 6 Power Input Connect the supplied power adapter.
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 that the number, thickness and location of walls, ceilings, or other objects that the wireless signals must pass through may limit the range. Typical ranges vary depending on the types of materials and background RF (radio frequency) noise in your home or business.
Section 2 - Installation Manual Setup 1. Position your router close to your DSL wall jack and a computer. Place the router in an open area of your intended work area for better wireless coverage. 2. Plug one end of the supplied Ethernet cable into the LAN port on your computer, and one end into the LAN port labeled 1 on the back of your router. The router is now connected to your computer. Computer DSL-3590L Modem INTERNET 3.
Section 2 - Installation 4. Connect the supplied power adapter into the power receptor on the back of the router and then plug it into a power outlet or surge protector. Press the power button and verify that the power LED is lit. Allow 1 minute for the router to boot up. Computer DSL-3590L Modem 1 INTERNET 5. If you are connecting to a broadband service, you may be online already and further configuration will be optional.
Section 3 - Getting Started Getting Started There are two different ways you can configure your router to connect to the Internet and connect to your clients: • D-Link Setup Wizard - This wizard will launch when you log into the router for the first time. Refer to Setup Wizard on page 12. • Manual Setup - Log into the router and manually configure your router.
Section 3 - Getting Started Setup Wizard If this is your first time installing the router, open your web browser and enter http://dlinkrouter.local./ in the address bar. Alternatively, enter the IP address of the router (default: http://192.168.1.1). Please refer to Configuration on page 62. The wizard is designed to guide you through a step-by-step process to configure your new D-Link router and connect to the Internet. Click Next to continue.
Section 3 - Getting Started If the router does not detect a valid Internet connection, a list of connection types to choose from will be displayed. Select your Internet connection type (this information can be obtained from your Internet service provider) and click Next to continue. If the router detected or you selected PPPoE, enter your PPPoE username and password and click Next to continue. Note: Make sure to remove your PPPoE software from your computer.
Section 3 - Getting Started For both the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz segments, create a Wi-Fi network name (SSID) using up to 32 characters. Create a Wi-Fi password (between 8-63 characters). Your wireless clients will need to have this passphrase or key entered to be able to connect to your wireless network. Click Next to continue. In order to secure the router, please enter a new password. You will be prompted for this password every time you want to use the router’s web configuration utility.
Section 3 - Getting Started To use the mydlink service (www.mydlink.com or the mydlink Lite app), you must have an account. Select Yes if you have a mydlink account already, or No if you want to create one. Click Next to continue. If you do not want to register at this time, click Skip. If you clicked Yes, enter your mydlink account name (email address) and password. Click Next to register your mydlink account with the router.
Section 3 - Getting Started The mydlink Lite app will allow you to receive notices, browse network users, and configure your router from an iPhone/iPad/iPod touch (iOS 3.0 or higher), or Android device (1.6 or higher). To download the "mydlink Lite" app, visit the App Store, Google Play or http://www.mydlink.com/apps. PC and Mac users can use the mydlink portal at http://mydlink.com.
Section 3 - Getting Started mydlink™ SharePort Using the mydlink™ SharePort app for iPad®, iPhone®, and iPod touch® The mydlink SharePort app is a streamlined mobile application that allows you to conveniently stream media and share files stored on a removable storage connected to your router. Once the router is set up, you can start the app and easily connect from a local network or through the Internet to access your photos, videos, music, and documents.
Section 3 - Getting Started 3. Use your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch to search for and download the free mydlink SharePort app from the App Store. If you have a QR code reader, you can scan the code for mydlink SharePort to the right. 4. Tap the mydlink SharePort icon, and the app will load. 5. Tap Set up to go to Settings and enter the Admin password and your mydlink Account Login information when the pop-up displays. Tap Done when your information is entered.
Section 3 - Getting Started 6. You can now use the mydlink SharePort app interface to stream media and access files stored on your removable drive. The wireless icon at the bottom will be lit green to indicate you are connected to the router through Remote Access. If you need to change your settings, tap the gear icon at the top right corner to enter the settings page. 7.
Section 3 - Getting Started Using mydlink SharePort in a local network: 1. Make sure the device is powered on. Then plug your USB drive into the USB port of the device. Note: If you connect a removable storage with many files or a large capacity, it may take a while for the router to scan and catalog your files. 2. Use your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch to search for and download the free mydlink SharePort app from the App Store.
Section 3 - Getting Started 5. Tap Set up to enter the Admin password for your router when the pop-up displays. 6. Enter your Admin Login in the Password field and tap Done. 7. You can now use the mydlink SharePort app interface to stream media and access files stored on your removable drive. The wireless icon at the bottom will be lit blue to indicate a Local Access connection. If you need to change your settings, tap the gear icon at the top right corner to enter the settings page.
Section 3 - Getting Started Main Menu The mydlink SharePort main menu has different sections that let you see all the documents, photos, movies, or music stored on your removable storage. Tap < or >, or swipe left or right to move between the different sections. The Wi-Fi icon at the bottom indicates an active local network connection (blue) or remote connection (green/red). Tap the gear icon if it is not lit. Tap on the document icon to view documents. Tap the camera icon to view photos.
Section 3 - Getting Started Documents The Documents section allows you to share, print, and view documents streamed from your DSL-3590L to your mobile device. Tap the document icon on the main menu to browse the documents on your mobile device. Search Bar: Enter a filename here to search your storage. Tap to mark files for deletion. Tap the star icon next to each file to download it to your device and add it into your Favorites section. Tapping this icon gives you additional options: • Open In...
Section 3 - Getting Started Tap on a file to start the document viewer. In the viewer: Tap to add/remove the file from your Favorites. Tap to bring up the same options as >. Note: Some files may require a third-party app to view them.
Section 3 - Getting Started Pictures The Pictures section allows you to stream images from your DSL-3590L to your mobile device. Tap the camera icon on the main menu to browse your photo collection on your removable storage. Search Bar: Enter a filename here to search your storage. Tap to mark files for deletion. Tap the star icon next to each file to download it to your device and add it into your Favorites section. Tapping this icon gives you additional options: • Open In...
Section 3 - Getting Started Tap on a file to start the photo viewer. In the viewer: Tap to add/remove the current image from your Favorites. Tap to start the slideshow. Tap to bring up the same options as >.
Section 3 - Getting Started Videos The Videos section allows you to stream video clips and movies from your DSL-3590L to your mobile device. Tap the movie icon on the main menu to browse your videos on your removable storage. Search Bar: Enter a filename here to search for a specific file. Tap to mark files for deletion. Tap the star icon next to a file to download it to your device and add it into your Favorites section. Tapping this icon gives you additional options: • Open In...
Section 3 - Getting Started Tap on a file to start playing it. In the player: Tap to play/pause the video. You can scroll to any time on the time line by holding and sliding your finger. Tap to enter/exit fullscreen mode. Tap to add/remove the file from your Favorites. Tapping this icon gives you additional options: • Open In...: Lets you use a third-party app to open the file.
Section 3 - Getting Started Music The Music section allows you to stream songs from your DSL-3590L to your mobile device. Tap the music icon on the main menu to browse your music collection on your removable storage. Search Bar: Enter a filename here to search your storage. Tap to create a playlist and mark files for deletion. Tap the star icon next to each file to download it to your device and add it into your Favorites section. Tapping this icon gives you additional options: • Open In...
Section 3 - Getting Started Tap on a file to start playing it. In the player: Tap to repeat all. Tap again to repeat a single song. Tap to skip to the previous/next song. Tap to enable/disable shuffle mode. To create a playlist: • Tap Edit > Add Playlist. • Enter a name for the playlist, then tap Save. • The name of the playlist will appear in the browser next to the icon.
Section 3 - Getting Started To add songs to a playlist: • Tap the playlist in the browser. • Tap Add Music... to add songs to the current playlist. • Tick the songs you wish to add and tap Done. To delete songs from the playlist: • Tap Edit in the playlist browser and mark the files to be deleted. • Tap Delete.
Section 3 - Getting Started Folders You can browse your removable storage in a folder view in the folders section. Tapping the filename will open the viewer/player for that file type as described in the previous pages. You can also upload files from your mobile device to the removable storage attached to your router. Search Bar: Enter a filename here to search your storage. Tap to take you to the editing screen where you can add a folder and mark files for deletion or copying.
Section 3 - Getting Started To delete files: • Tap Edit at the top right. • Tick the circle next to a file to mark it for deletion. • Tap on Delete at the bottom to delete the file. To copy files: • Tap on Copy to bring up a window where you can select the folder to copy to. • Browse to the directory you want to copy the marked files to and tap Paste. • You can also tap Add Folder to create a new folder. To create a new folder: • Browse to the directory you wish to create a new folder in.
Section 3 - Getting Started To upload images and videos from your mobile device: • Browse to the folder you wish to upload to. • Tap Upload at the bottom. • Select the photos/videos you wish to upload. • Tap Done. During the upload process, the size of the file and the upload progress will be displayed. To upload more files, tap the + icon at the top right and repeat the steps listed above.
Section 3 - Getting Started Favorites The Favorites section allows you to quickly access your most often used files, no matter what file type, in a special section. Files added to the Favorites section will be copied here for playback in a centralized location. Tap to mark files for deletion from the local storage in Favorites. The file will still be accessible in other mydlink SharePort sections. Tapping this icon gives you additional options depending on the file type.
Section 3 - Getting Started Using the mydlink™ SharePort app for Android™ The mydlink SharePort app is a streamlined mobile application that allows you to conveniently stream media and share files stored on a removable storage connected to your router. Once the router is set up, you can start the app and easily connect from a local network or through the Internet to access your photos, videos, music, and documents.
Section 3 - Getting Started 3. Use your Android mobile device to search for and download the free mydlink SharePort app from Google Play™. If you have a QR code reader, you can scan the code for mydlink SharePort to the right. 4. Tap the mydlink SharePort icon, and the app will load. 5. Tap Set up to go to Settings and enter the Admin password and your mydlink Account Login information when the pop-up displays. Tap Apply when your information is entered.
Section 3 - Getting Started 6. You can now use the mydlink SharePort app interface to stream media and access files stored on your removable drive. The wireless icon at the bottom will be lit green to indicate you are connected to the router through Remote Access. 7. If you have more than one device registered to your mydlink account, you can tap Device List (in the top-left corner) and you will be prompted to select the device you wish to use.
Section 3 - Getting Started Using mydlink SharePort in a local network: 1. Make sure the device is powered on. Then plug your USB drive into the USB port of the device. Note: If you connect a removable storage with many files or a large capacity, it may take a while for the router to scan and catalog your files. 2. Use your Android mobile device to search for and download the free mydlink SharePort app from Google Play™.
Section 3 - Getting Started 4. Tap the mydlink SharePort icon, and the app will load. 5. Tap Set up to enter the Admin password for your router when the pop-up displays. 6. Enter your Admin Login in the Password field and tap Apply. You will be taken back to the device list where you can select the device for use with mydlink SharePort. 7. You can now use the mydlink SharePort app interface to stream media and access files stored on your removable drive.
Section 3 - Getting Started Main Menu The mydlink SharePort main menu has different sections that let you see all the documents, photos, movies, or music stored on your removable storage. Tap < or >, or swipe left or right to move between the different sections. The Wi-Fi icon at the bottom indicates an active local network connection (blue) or remote connection (green/red). Tap the gear icon if it is not lit. Tap on the document icon to view documents. Tap the camera icon to view pictures.
Section 3 - Getting Started Documents The Documents section allows you to share, print, and view documents streamed from your DSL-3590L to your mobile device. Tap the document icon on the main menu to browse the files on your mobile device. Search Bar: Type in the name of a file to search for it. Tap to return to the main menu. Tap to refresh, sort, or mark files for deletion. Tap the star icon next to each file to download it to your device and add it into your Favorites section.
Section 3 - Getting Started Tap on a file to start the document viewer. In the viewer: • Tap the screen to bring up zoom in/out buttons. • Drag the screen up or down to scroll between pages. • Tap to perform File, Find, Zoom, Reading View, Go To Page, and Bookmarks actions. Note: Available actions may differ depending on your Android OS.
Section 3 - Getting Started Pictures The Pictures section allows you to view images streamed from your DSL-3590L to your mobile device. Tap the camera icon on the main menu to browse your photo collection on your removable storage. Search Bar: Type in the name of a file to search for it. Tap to return to the main menu. Tap to start a slideshow. Tap to refresh, sort, or mark files for deletion. Tap the star icon next to each file to download it to your device and add it into your Favorites section.
Section 3 - Getting Started Tap on an image file to start the image viewer. In the viewer: Tap the star icon to download it to your device and add it into your Favorites section. Tap to start a slideshow. Tap the image to stop the slideshow. Tap to delete the current image. Tap OK to confirm. Tap to bring up additional options using other applications. Tap to access the image editor. Note: This function may vary depending on the version of your Android OS.
Section 3 - Getting Started Videos The Videos section allows you to stream video clips and movies from your DSL-3590L to your mobile device. Tap the movie icon on the main menu to browse your videos on your removable storage. Search Bar: Type in the name of a file to search for it. Tap to return to the main menu. Tap to refresh, sort, or mark files for deletion. Tap the star icon next to a file to download it to your device and add it into your Favorites section.
Section 3 - Getting Started Tap on a file to start playing it. Tap on the screen to bring up the scroll bar, pause button, and play button. Tap to resume playback. Tap to pause the video. Note: Available features may vary depending on the Android OS version installed on your device.
Section 3 - Getting Started Music The Music section allows you to stream songs from your DSL-3590L to your mobile device. Tap the music icon on the main menu to browse your music collection on your removable storage. Search Bar: Type in the name of a file to search for it. Tap to return to the main menu. Tap to refresh, sort, or mark files for deletion. Tap to browse your playlists. Tap the star icon next to a file to download it to your device and add it into your Favorites section.
Section 3 - Getting Started Tap on a file to start playing it. In the player: Tap on the up/down arrow to show/hide the player controls. Tap to repeat all. Tap again to repeat a single song. Tap to skip to the previous/next song. Tap to play or pause the song. Tap to enable/disable shuffle mode. To create a playlist: • Tap • Tap Add new playlist... • Enter a name for the playlist, then tap OK. The name of the • playlist will appear in the browser next to the icon.
Section 3 - Getting Started To add songs to a playlist: • Tap a playlist to see its contents. • Tap Add Music... to add songs to the current playlist. • Tick the songs you wish to add and tap to save. To delete songs from the playlist: • Tap Edit in the playlist browser and mark the files to be deleted. • Tap then tap OK to confirm.
Section 3 - Getting Started Folders You can browse your removable storage in a folder view in the folders section. Tapping the filename will open the viewer/player for that file type as described in the previous pages. You can also upload files from your mobile device to the removable storage attached to your router. Search Bar: Type in the name of a file to search for it. Tap to return to the main menu. Tap to access file options. In the file browser: Tap to return to the main menu. Tap to upload files.
Section 3 - Getting Started Tap to select files and perform the following actions: Tap to update the list of files. Tap to sort the files by name, size, type, or date. Tap to create a new folder. Mark a file then tap this icon to delete it. Mark a file then tap this icon to copy it. To delete files: • Tap on • Tap on confirm. and tick the box next to a file for deletion. to delete your selected files. Tap OK to To copy files: • Tap on to select files for copying.
Section 3 - Getting Started • Tap Paste or Cancel. • You can also tap New Folder if you wish to create a folder in the current directory. To create a new folder: • Browse to the directory you wish to create a new folder in. • Tap then . • Enter the name of the folder in the box, then tap OK.
Section 3 - Getting Started To upload images and videos from your mobile device: • Browse to the folder you wish to upload to. • Tap and browse to the file or files you wish to upload from the local device. • Tick the box next to each of the files you wish to upload. • Tap Upload. During the upload process, the size of the file and the upload progress will be displayed under the file name. • To remove a file from the upload queue, tap the X next to it.
Section 3 - Getting Started Favorites The Favorites section allows you to quickly access your most often used files, no matter what file type, in a special section. Files added to the Favorites section will be copied here for playback in a centralized location. Search Bar: Type in the name of a file to search for it. Tap to return to the main menu. Tap to refresh, sort, or mark files for deletion. Tap for additional options: Tap to return to the main menu. Tap to update the list of files.
Section 3 - Getting Started Using SharePort Web Access SharePort Web Access lets you stream music, photos, and movies from a USB drive attached to your DSL-3590L through a Web browser. You can also download and upload files to and from a computer through the Web browser interface. • Type http://shareport.local. in your browser’s URL to take you to the SharePort Web Access log in page. • Log in with your admin password or a SharePort Username and Password.
Section 3 - Getting Started The folder browser section will show folder hierarchy at the left and files at the right. You can quickly browse directories and perform operations by using the buttons in the folder browser view. • Click to return to the main menu. To create a new folder: • Click New Folder in the current directory. • Enter a folder name in the Create Folder pop-up. • Click OK. The new folder will appear in the left column.
Section 3 - Getting Started Music You can go to the Music section to browse and play the music files on your storage. Click Back to return to the main menu. • Click on the audio filename to play it in the browser. You can pause, seek, mute and adjust the volume in the window. • Close the window to end playback.
Section 3 - Getting Started Pictures You can go to the Pictures section to browse and view the image files on your storage. Click Back to return to the main menu. • Click on the image name to view it in the browser. • Hover your mouse over the left or right side of the image and click < or > to view the previous or next image.
Section 3 - Getting Started Videos You can go to the Videos section to browse and play the video files on your storage. Click Back to return to the main menu. • Click on the video file to open the file in a window for streaming. You can pause, seek, mute, adjust the volume, and activate full screen mode in the window controls. • Close the window to end playback. Note: Depending on your browser, the video file may be played back using the default player associated with that file format.
Section 3 - Getting Started Documents You can go to the Documents section to open and save files from your storage to your computer. Click Back to return to the main menu. • Click on the filename to open the file. • Depending on the file type, the default program will be started or a pop-up may ask you to open or save the file.
Section 4 - Configuration Configuration To access the configuration utility, open a web-browser such as Internet Explorer and enter http://dlinkrouter.local./ Windows and Mac users may also connect by typing the IP address of the router (by default this is http://192.168.1.1) in the address bar. Enter your password. If you previously followed the setup wizard (see Setup Wizard on page 12), please use the admin password you entered during the wizard. Otherwise, leave the password blank.
Section 4 - Configuration Home The Home page displays the current status of the router in the form of an interactive diagram. You can click each icon to display information about each part of the network at the bottom of the screen. The menu bar at the top of the page will allow you to quickly navigate to other pages. Internet The Home page displays whether or not the router is currently connected to the Internet.
Section 4 - Configuration DSL-3590L Click on the DSL-3590L icon to view details about the router and its wireless settings. Here you can see the router’s current wireless settings, as well as its MAC address and IPv4/IPv6 addresses. To reconfigure the network settings, either click Go to settings on the lower left, or click Settings (at the top of the page) and then Network on the menu that appears. Refer to Network on page 93.
Section 4 - Configuration Connected Clients Click on the Connected Clients icon to view details about the router and its wireless settings. On this page you can see all the clients currently connected to the router, and their IP addresses. To edit each client’s settings, click the pencil icon on the client you want to edit. Name: Enter a custom name for this client. Vendor: Displays the vendor of the device. MAC Address: Displays the MAC address of the device.
Section 4 - Configuration USB Device Click on the USB Device icon to view details about the currently connected USB device, the UPnP media server, SharePort, and Windows File Sharing. If you have a USB device connected, you can see its name and how much free space it has. To configure your SharePort settings, click Go to settings and refer to SharePort on page 95.
Section 4 - Configuration Settings Wizard In the Settings menu on the bar on the top of the page, click Wizard to open the setup wizard. This is the same wizard that appears when you start the router for the first time. Refer to Setup Wizard on page 12 for details. Internet In the Settings menu on the bar on the top of the page, click Internet to see the Internet configuration options. Click Advanced Settings... to expand the list and see all of the options.
Section 4 - Configuration In the Settings menu on the bar on the top of the page, click Internet to see the Internet configuration options. Click Advanced Settings... to expand the list and see all of the options. WAN Access Select whether the device should act as an ADSL Router or a Type: Residential Gateway. PVC: Use the default setting unless otherwise instructed by your ISP. Ether WAN Port: If you selected Residential Gateway, select the Ethernet port that will connect to the WAN.
Section 4 - Configuration Dynamic IP (DCHP) Select Dynamic IP (DHCP) to obtain IP address information automatically from your Internet Service Provider (ISP). Select this option if your ISP does not give you an IP address to use. Host Name: The host name is optional but may be required by some ISPs. Leave it blank if you are not sure. Primary DNS Enter the primary DNS server IP address assigned by your ISP. This Server: address is usually obtained automatically from your ISP.
Section 4 - Configuration Static IP Select Static IP if your IP information is provided by your Internet service provider (ISP). IP Address: Enter the IP address provided by your ISP. Subnet Mask: Enter the subnet mask provided by your ISP. Default Enter the default gateway address provided by your ISP. Gateway: Primary DNS Enter the primary DNS server IP address assigned by your ISP. Server: Secondary DNS Enter the secondary DNS server IP address assigned by your ISP.
Section 4 - Configuration PPPoE Select PPPoE if your Internet connection requires you to enter a PPPoE username and password. This information is provided by your Internet Service Provider (ISP). Username: Enter the username provided by your ISP. Password: Enter the password provided by your ISP. Reconnect Select either Always-on, On-Demand, or Manual. Mode: Address Mode: Select Static IP if your ISP assigned you the IP address, subnet mask, gateway, and DNS server addresses.
Section 4 - Configuration PPPoA Choose PPPoA if your Internet connection requires you to enter a PPPoA username and password. This information is provided by your Internet Service Provider (ISP). Username: Enter the username provided by your ISP. Password: Enter the password provided by your ISP. Reconnect Select either Always-on, On-Demand, or Manual. Mode: Address Mode: Select Static IP if your ISP assigned you the IP address, subnet mask, gateway, and DNS server addresses.
Section 4 - Configuration Bridge Choose Bridge to configure the device as a network bridge. MTU: Maximum Transmission Unit - you may need to change the MTU for optimal performance with your ISP.
Section 4 - Configuration IPv6 To configure an IPv6 connection, click the IPv6 link. To return to the IPv4 settings, click IPv4. My Internet Choose your IPv6 connection type from the drop-down menu. You Connection Is: will be presented with the appropriate options for your connection type. Click Advanced Settings... to expand the list and see all of the options. For Auto Detection refer to Auto Detection on page 75. For Static IPv6 refer to Static IPv6 on page 76.
Section 4 - Configuration Auto Detection Auto Detection mode (not Auto-Configuration mode) automatically detects IPv6 the connection method used by your Internet Service Provider (ISP). If your ISP provides an IPv6 service and Auto Detection failed to detect it, the user must manually select another IPv6 connection type (such as PPPoE, Auto Configuration, 6rd, DS-Lite etc.) Enable Automatic Enable or disable the Automatic IPv6 Address Assignment feature.
Section 4 - Configuration Static IPv6 Select Static IP if your IPv6 information is provided by your Internet service provider (ISP). Use Link-Local Enable or disable a link-local address. Address: IPv6 Address: If you disabled Use Link-Local Address, enter the address supplied by your ISP. Subnet Prefix If you disabled Use Link-Local Address, enter the subnet prefix Length: length supplied by your ISP. Default Enter the default gateway for your IPv6 connection.
Section 4 - Configuration Autoconfiguration Select Stateful (DHCPv6), SLAAC + RDNSS or SLAAC + Stateless Type: DHCPv6. Router Enter the IPv6 address lifetime (in minutes). Advertisement Lifetime: Click Save when you are done.
Section 4 - Configuration Auto Configuration (SLAAC/DHCPv6) This is a connection method where the ISP assigns your IPv6 address when your router requests one from the ISP’s server. Some ISPs require you to make some settings on your side before your router can connect to the IPv6 Internet. DNS Type: Select either Obtain DNS server address automatically or Use the following DNS address. Primary DNS If you selected Use the following DNS address above, enter the Server: primary DNS server address.
Section 4 - Configuration Autoconfiguration Select Stateful (DHCPv6), SLAAC + RDNSS or SLAAC + Stateless Type: DHCPv6. Router Enter the IPv6 address lifetime (in minutes). Advertisement Lifetime: Click Save when you are done.
Section 4 - Configuration PPPoE Select PPPoE if your Internet connection requires you to enter a username and password. This information is provided by your Internet service provider (ISP). PPPoE Session: Choose Share with IPv4 to re-use your IPv4 PPPoE username and password, or Create a new session. Username: If you selected Create a new session above, enter the PPPoE username provided by your ISP here.
Section 4 - Configuration LAN IPv6 Address: Enter the LAN (local) IPv6 address for the router. LAN IPv6 Link- Displays the router’s LAN link-local address. Local Address: Enable Automatic Enable or disable the Automatic IPv6 Address Assignment feature. IPv6 Address Assignment: Enable Automatic Enable or disable DHCP-PD for other IPv6 routers connected to the DHCP-PD in LAN: LAN interface. Note: This feature requires a smaller subnet prefix than /64 (i.e.
Section 4 - Configuration IPv6 in IPv4 Tunnel The user can configure the IPv6 connection to run in IPv4 Tunnel mode. IPv6 over IPv4 tunneling encapsulates IPv6 packets in IPv4 packets so that IPv6 packets can be sent over an IPv4 infrastructure. Remote IPv4 Enter the IPv4 remote address you will use. Address: Remote IPv6 Enter the IPv6 remote address you will use. Address: Local IPv4 Enter the IPv4 local address you will use. Address: Local IPv6 Enter the IPv6 local address you will use.
Section 4 - Configuration LAN IPv6 Link- Displays the router’s LAN link-local address. Local Address: Enable Enable or disable the Automatic IPv6 Address Assignment feature. Automatic IPv6 Address Assignment: Enable Enable or disable automatic DHCP-PD services. Automatic DHCP-PD in LAN: Auto Select Stateful (DHCPv6), SLAAC + RDNSS or SLAAC + Stateless Configuration DHCPv6. Type: Router Enter the IPv6 address lifetime (in minutes). Advertisement Lifetime: Click Save when you are done.
Section 4 - Configuration 6 to 4 In this section the user can configure the IPv6 6 to 4 connection settings. 6to4 is an IPv6 address assignment and automatic tunneling technology that is used to provide unicast IPv6 connectivity between IPv6 sites and hosts across the IPv4 Internet. 6 to 4 Address: Displays the 6 to 4 address. 6 to 4 Relay: Enter the 6 to 4 relay supplied by your ISP. Primary DNS Enter the primary DNS server address. Server: Secondary DNS Enter the secondary DNS server address.
Section 4 - Configuration 6rd In this section the user can configure the IPv6 6rd connection settings. Assign IPv6 Enter the IPv6 prefix. Prefix: Primary DNS Enter the primary DNS server address. Server: Secondary DNS Enter the secondary DNS server address. Server: Enable Hub and Enable if you want to minimize the number of routes to the Spoke Mode: destination by using a hub and spoke method of networking.
Section 4 - Configuration Enable Automatic Check to enable the Automatic IPv6 Address Assignment feature. IPv6 Address Assignment: Autoconfiguration Select Stateful (DHCPv6), SLAAC + RDNSS or SLAAC + Stateless Type: DHCPv6. Router Enter the IPv6 address lifetime (in minutes). Advertisement Lifetime: Click Save when you are done.
Section 4 - Configuration Local Connectivity Only Local Connectivity Only allows you to set up an IPv6 connection that will not connect to the Internet. Enable ULA: Click here to enable Unique Local IPv6 Unicast Addresses settings. Use Default Checking this box will automatically configure the ULA prefix for ULA Prefix: the default setting. ULA Prefix: If you wish to choose your own ULA prefix, enter it here. Current IPv6 This section will display the current settings for your IPv6 ULA.
Section 4 - Configuration ATM On this page you can configure your Asynchronous Transfer Mode (ATM) settings. If you are unsure, you can obtain these settings from your ISP. Interface: Select the ATM interface from the drop-down menu. VPI: Enter the Virtual Path Indicator (0 - 255). VCI: Enter the Virtual Channel Indicator (32 - 65535). Latency: Select the latency from the drop-down menu. Encapsulation: Select the method of encapsulation provided by your ISP. You can select LLC or VCMUX.
Section 4 - Configuration DSL On this page you can configure your DSL settings. If you are unsure, you can obtain these settings from your ISP. DSL Select whether to enable or disable each DSL modulation option. Modulation: Usually it is best to leave these at their defaults, unless otherwise instructed by your ISP. Click Save when you are done.
Section 4 - Configuration Wireless In the Settings menu on the bar on the top of the page, click Wireless to see the wireless configuration options. To configure the router’s guest zone, click the Guest Zone link. Refer to Guest Zone on page 92 for details. Click Advanced Settings... to expand the list and see all of the options. The following options apply to both the 2.4 GHz and the 5 GHz wireless frequency bands: Status: Enable or disable the wireless frequency band.
Section 4 - Configuration Schedule: Use the drop-down menu to select the time schedule that the Wi-Fi network will be active during. The schedule may be set to Always Enable, or you can create your own schedules in the Schedules section (refer to Schedule on page 110). Click Save when you are done.
Section 4 - Configuration Guest Zone The guest zone feature will allow you to create temporary zones that can be used by guests to access the Internet. These zones will be separate from your main wireless network. You may configure different zones for the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz wireless bands. In the Settings menu on the bar on the top of the page, click Wireless, then click the Guest Zone link. Click Advanced Settings... to expand the list and see all of the options. The following options apply to both the 2.
Section 4 - Configuration Network This section will allow you to change the local network settings of the router and to configure the DHCP settings. In the Settings menu on the bar on the top of the page, click Network. Click Advanced Settings... to expand the list and see all of the options. LAN IP Address: Enter the IP address of the router. The default IP address is 192.168.1.1.
Section 4 - Configuration DHCP Lease Enter the length of time for the IP address lease in minutes. Time: Always Enable this feature to broadcast your networks DHCP server to LAN/ Broadcast: WLAN clients. UPnP: Enable or disable Universal Plug and Play (UPnP). UPnP provides compatibility with networking equipment, software and peripherals. IPv4 Multicast Enable to allow IPv4 multicast traffic to pass through the router from Stream: the Internet.
Section 4 - Configuration SharePort This page will allow you to set up access to files on an external USB device plugged into the router. You can do this through the local network or from the Internet using either a web browser or an app on your smartphone or tablet. In the Settings menu on the bar on the top of the page, click SharePort. Status: Check to enable the media server functions, allowing connected clients access to media files over the network.
Section 4 - Configuration Create User The Create User page allows you to manage your SharePort user accounts. The current list of user accounts will be displayed, along with their current permissions and access path. If they do not have an account set up, users will be restricted to guest access; only having access to the “Guest” folder on the media server. The router can store a maximum of ten accounts (including the “Admin” account).
Section 4 - Configuration mydlink Enabling mydlink will allow you to access and manage the mydlink-compatible devices on your network. This can be done either through a web browser or via a smartphone app. This page allows you to sign in to an existing mydlink account, or sign up for a new mydlink account. In the Settings menu on the bar on the top of the page, click mydlink. If you do not already have a mydlink account, click No, I want to create a new mydlink account.
Section 4 - Configuration Features QoS Engine This section will allow you to prioritize particular clients over others, so that those clients receive higher bandwidth. For example, if one client is streaming a movie and another is downloading a non-urgent file, you might wish to assign the former device a higher priority than the latter so that the movie streaming is not disrupted by the traffic of the other devices on the network. In the Features menu on the bar on the top of the page, click QoS Engine.
Section 4 - Configuration Firewall Settings The router’s firewall protects your network from malicious attacks over the Internet. In the Features menu on the bar on the top of the page, click Firewall Settings. Click Advanced Settings... to expand the list and see all of the options. Enable DMZ: Enable or disable Demilitarized Zone (DMZ). This completely exposes the client to threats over the Internet, and is not recommended in ordinary situations.
Section 4 - Configuration PPTP: Allows multiple machines on the LAN to connect to their corporate network using the PPTP protocol. IPSec (VPN): Allows multiple VPN clients to connect to their corporate network using IPSec. Some VPN clients support traversal of IPSec through NAT. This Application Level Gateway (ALG) may interfere with the operation of such VPN clients. If you are having trouble connecting with your corporate network, try turning this ALG off.
Section 4 - Configuration IPv4/IPv6 Rules The IPv4/IPv6 Rules section is an advanced option that lets you configure what kind of traffic is allowed to pass through the network. To configure the IPv4 rules, from the Firewall Settings page click IPv4 Rules. To configure IPv6 rules, from the Firewall Settings page click IPv6 Rules. To return to the main Firewall Settings page, click Security Check. To begin, use the drop-down menu to select whether you want to ALLOW or DENY the rules you create.
Section 4 - Configuration Port Forwarding Port forwarding allows you to specify a port or range of ports to open for specific devices on the network. This might be necessary for certain applications to connect through the router. In the Features menu on the bar on the top of the page, click Port Forwarding. If you wish to remove a rule, click on its trash can icon in the Delete column. If you wish to edit a rule, click on its pencil icon in the Edit column.
Section 4 - Configuration Virtual Server The virtual server allows you to specify a single public port on your router for redirection to an internal LAN IP Address and Private LAN port. To configure the virtual server, from the Port Forwarding page click Virtual Server. To return to the main Port Forwarding page, click Port Forwarding. If you wish to remove a rule, click on its trash can icon in the Delete column. If you wish to edit a rule, click on its pencil icon in the Edit column.
Section 4 - Configuration Website Filter The website filter settings allow you to block access to certain web sites. You can either create a list of sites to block, or create a list of sites to allow (with all other sites being blocked). In the Features menu on the bar on the top of the page, click Website Filter. If you want to create a list of sites to block, select DENY computers access to ONLY these sites from the drop-down menu. All other sites will be accessible.
Section 4 - Configuration Static Routes The Static Routes section allows you to define custom routes to control how data traffic is moved around your network. In the Features menu on the bar on the top of the page, click Static Routes. To configure IPv6 rules, click IPv6 and refer to IPv6 on page 106. To return to the main IPv4 static routes page, click IPv4. If you wish to remove a rule, click on its trash can icon in the Delete column.
Section 4 - Configuration IPv6 To configure IPv6 rules, on the Static Routes page click IPv6. To return to the main IPv4 static routes page, click IPv4. If you wish to remove a rule, click on its trash can icon in the Delete column. If you wish to edit a rule, click on its pencil icon in the Edit column. If you wish to create a new rule, click the Add Rules button. Click Save when you are done. If you edit or create a rule, the following options will appear: Name: Enter a name for the rule.
Section 4 - Configuration Dynamic DNS Most Internet Service Providers (ISPs) assign dynamic (changing) IP addresses. Using a dynamic DNS service provider, people can enter your domain name in their web browser to connect to your server no matter what your IP address is. In the Features menu on the bar on the top of the page, click Dynamic DNS. Enable Enabling dynamic DNS will reveal further configuration options. Dynamic DNS: Status: Displays the current dynamic DNS connection status.
Section 4 - Configuration IPv6 Host The IPv6 host settings are found at the bottom of the Dynamic DNS page. If you wish to remove a rule, click on its trash can icon in the Delete column. If you wish to edit a rule, click on its pencil icon in the Edit column. If you wish to create a new rule, click the Add Record button. Click Save when you are done. If you edit or create a rule, the following options will appear: Host Name: Enter the host name that you registered with your dynamic DNS service provider.
Section 4 - Configuration Management Time & Schedule Time The Time page allows you to configure, update, and maintain the correct time on the internal system clock. From here you can set the time zone, the Network Time Protocol (NTP) server, and enable or disable daylight saving time. In the Management menu on the bar on the top of the page, click Time & Schedule. Time Zone: Select your time zone from the drop-down menu. Time: Displays the current date and time of the router.
Section 4 - Configuration Schedule Some configuration rules can be set according to a pre-configured schedule. To create, edit, or delete schedules, from the Time page click Schedule. To return to the Time page, click Time. If you wish to remove a rule, click on its trash can icon in the Delete column. If you wish to edit a rule, click on its pencil icon in the Edit column. If you wish to create a new rule, click the Add Rules button. Click Save when you are done.
Section 4 - Configuration System Log The router keeps a running log of events. This log can be sent to a Syslog server, and sent to your email address. In the Management menu on the bar on the top of the page, click System Log. Enable Logging Check this box to send the router logs to a SysLog Server. If this is to Syslog disabled, there will be no other options on this page. Server: SysLog Server Enter the IP address for the Syslog server.
Section 4 - Configuration Admin This page will allow you to change the administrator (Admin) password and enable remote management. In the Management menu on the bar on the top of the page, click Admin. Password: Enter a new password for the administrator account. You will need to enter this password whenever you configure the router using a web browser.
Section 4 - Configuration SSH / Telnet / If you want to allow router setup via the SSH, telnet, or TFTP protocols, TFTP: you can configure it here. For each protocol, click Enable Local Management to allow administrators to configure the network from within, and/or Enable Remote Management to allow administrators to configure the network from outside. If you enabled remote management, enter the remote port number that the router will use for that protocol. Click Save when you are done.
Section 4 - Configuration System This page allows you to save the router’s current configuration, load a previously saved configuration, reset the router to its factory default settings, or reboot the router. From the Admin page click System. To return to the Admin page, click Admin. Save Settings This option will save the current router configuration settings to a file To Local Hard on your computer. Drive: Load Settings This option will load previously saved router configuration file.
Section 4 - Configuration Upgrade This page will allow you to upgrade the router’s firmware or language pack, either automatically or manually. To manually upgrade the firmware or language pack, you must first download the relevant file from http://support.dlink.com. In the Management menu on the bar on the top of the page, click Upgrade. Firmware The current firmware’s version and date will be displayed.
Section 4 - Configuration Statistics On the Statistics page you can view the amount of packets that pass through the router on the WAN, LAN, and wireless segments. In the Management menu on the bar on the top of the page, click Statistics. You can view the Internet, LAN, Wi-Fi 2.4GHz, or Wi-Fi 5GHz statistics by clicking on the respective tabs at the top. The graph will update in real time. To clear the information on the graph, click Clear. The traffic counter will reset if the device is rebooted.
Section 5 - Connecting to a Wireless Network Connect a Wireless Client to your Router WPS Button The easiest and most secure way to connect your wireless devices to the router is with WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup). Most wireless devices such as wireless adapters, media players, Blu-ray DVD players, wireless printers and cameras will have a WPS button (or a software utility with WPS) that you can press to connect to the DSL-3590L router.
Section 5 - Connecting to a Wireless Network Windows® 8 WPA/WPA2 It is recommended that you 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 (Wi-Fi password) being used. To join an existing network, locate the wireless network icon in the taskbar next to the time display.
Section 5 - Connecting to a Wireless Network You will then be prompted to enter the network security key (Wi-Fi password) for the wireless network. Enter the password into the box and click Next. If you wish to use Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) to connect to the router, you can also press the WPS button on your router during this step to enable the WPS function.
Section 5 - Connecting to a Wireless Network Windows® 7 WPA/WPA2 It is recommended that you 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 5 - Connecting to a Wireless Network 3. Highlight the wireless connection with Wi-Fi name (SSID) you would like to connect to and click the Connect button. If you get a good signal but cannot access the Internet, check your TCP/ IP settings for your wireless adapter. Refer to the Networking Basics section in this manual for more information. 4. The following window appears while your computer tries to connect to the router.
Section 5 - Connecting to a Wireless Network 5. Enter the same security key or passphrase (Wi-Fi password) that is on your router and click Connect. You can also connect by pushing the WPS button on the router. It may take 20-30 seconds to connect to the wireless network. If the connection fails, please verify that the security settings are correct. The key or passphrase must be exactly the same as the one on the wireless router.
Section 5 - Connecting to a Wireless Network WPS The WPS feature of the DSL-3590L can be configured using Windows® 7. Carry out the following steps to use Windows® 7 to configure the WPS feature: 1. Click the Start button and select Computer from the Start menu. 2. Click Network on the left side.
Section 5 - Connecting to a Wireless Network 3. Double-click the DSL-3590L. 4. Input the WPS PIN number (on the router label) in the Setup > Wireless Setup menu in the Router’s Web UI) and click Next.
Section 5 - Connecting to a Wireless Network 5. Type a name to identify the network. 6. To configure advanced settings, click the icon. Click Next to continue.
Section 5 - Connecting to a Wireless Network 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 set up successfully. Make a note of the security key as you may need to provide this security key if adding an older wireless device to the network in the future. 9. Click Close to complete WPS setup.
Section 5 - Connecting to a Wireless Network Windows Vista® Windows Vista® users may use the built-in wireless utility. If you are using another company’s wireless utility, please refer to the user manual of your wireless adapter for help connecting to a wireless network. Most wireless utilities will have a “site survey” option similar to the Windows Vista® utility as seen below. If you receive the Wireless Networks Detected bubble, click on the center of the bubble to access the utility.
Section 5 - Connecting to a Wireless Network WPA/WPA2 It is recommended that you enable wireless security (WPA/WPA2) on your wireless router or access point before configuring your wireless adapter. If you are joining an existing network, you will need to know the security key or passphrase being used. 1. Open the Windows Vista® Wireless Utility by right-clicking on the wireless computer icon in your system tray (lower right corner of screen). Select Connect to a network. 2.
Section 5 - Connecting to a Wireless Network 3. Enter the same security key or passphrase (Wi-Fi password) that is on your router and click Connect. It may take 20-30 seconds to connect to the wireless network. If the connection fails, please verify that the security settings are correct. The key or passphrase must be exactly the same as the one on the wireless router.
Section 5 - Connecting to a Wireless Network Windows® XP Windows® XP users may use the built-in wireless utility (Zero Configuration Utility). The following instructions are for Service Pack 2 users. If you are using another company’s utility, please refer to the user manual of your wireless adapter for help with connecting to a wireless network. Most utilities will have a “site survey” option similar to the Windows® XP utility as seen below.
Section 5 - Connecting to a Wireless Network WPA/WPA2 It is recommended to enable WPA on your wireless router or access point before configuring your wireless adapter. If you are joining an existing network, you will need to know the WPA key being used. 1. Open the Windows® XP Wireless Utility by right-clicking on the wireless computer icon in your system tray (lower-right corner of screen). Select View Available Wireless Networks. 2.
Section 5 - Connecting to a Wireless Network 3. The Wireless Network Connection box will appear. Enter the WPAPSK Wi-Fi password and click Connect. It may take 20-30 seconds to connect to the wireless network. If the connection fails, please verify that the WPA-PSK settings are correct. The Wi-Fi password must be exactly the same as on the wireless router.
Section 6 - Troubleshooting Troubleshooting This chapter provides solutions to problems that can occur during the installation and operation of the DSL-3590L. 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 these 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 6 - Troubleshooting • Configure your Internet settings: • Go to Start > Settings > Control Panel. Double-click the Internet Options Icon. From the Security tab, click the button to restore the settings to their defaults. • Click the Connection tab and set the dial-up option to Never Dial a Connection. Click the LAN Settings button. Make sure nothing is checked. Click OK. • Go to the Advanced tab and click the button to restore these settings to their defaults. Click OK three times.
Section 6 - Troubleshooting 3. Why can’t I connect to certain sites or send and receive emails when connecting through my router? If you are having a problem sending or receiving email, or connecting to secure sites such as eBay, banking sites, and Hotmail, we suggest lowering the MTU in increments of ten (Ex. 1492, 1482, 1472, etc). To find the proper MTU Size, you’ll have to do a special ping of the destination you’re trying to go to. A destination could be another computer, or a URL.
Section 6 - Troubleshooting You should start at 1472 and work your way down by 10 each time. Once you get a reply, go up by 2 until you get a fragmented packet. Take that value and add 28 to the value to account for the various TCP/IP headers. For example, lets say that 1452 was the proper value, the actual MTU size would be 1480, which is the optimum for the network we’re working with (1452+28=1480). Once you find your MTU, you can now configure your router with the proper MTU size.
Appendix A - Wireless Basics Wireless Basics D-Link wireless products are based on industry standards to provide easy-to-use and compatible high-speed wireless connectivity within your home, business, or public access wireless networks. Strictly adhering to the IEEE standard, the D-Link wireless family of products will allow you to securely access the data you want, when, and where you want it. You will be able to enjoy the freedom that wireless networking delivers.
Appendix A - Wireless Basics What is Wireless? 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. This 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. Wireless connections in public places are usually called “hotspots”.
Appendix A - Wireless Basics Security Don’t let your next-door neighbors or intruders connect to your wireless network. Secure your wireless network by turning on the WPA or WEP security feature on the router. Refer to the product manual for detail information on how to set it up. Wireless Modes There are basically two modes of networking: • Infrastructure – All wireless clients will connect to an access point or wireless router.
Appendix B - Networking Basics Networking Basics Check your IP address After you install your new D-Link adapter, by default, the TCP/IP settings should be set to obtain an IP address from a DHCP server (i.e. wireless router) automatically. To verify your IP address, please follow the steps below. Click on Start > Run. In the run box type cmd and click OK. (Windows® 7/Vista® users type cmd in the Start Search box.) At the prompt, type ipconfig and press Enter.
Appendix B - Networking Basics Statically Assign an IP address If you are not using a DHCP capable gateway/router, or you need to assign a static IP address, please follow the steps below: Step 1 Windows® 7 Click on Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center. Windows Vista® - Click on Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center > Manage Network Connections. Windows® XP Click on Start > Control Panel > Network Connections.
Appendix B - Networking Basics Wireless Security This section will show you the different levels of security you can use to protect your data from intruders. The DSL-3590L offers the following types of security: • WPA2 (Wi-Fi Protected Access 2) • WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access) • WPA2-PSK (Pre-Shared Key) • WPA-PSK (Pre-Shared Key) What is WPA? WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access), is a Wi-Fi standard that was designed to improve the security features of WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy).
Appendix C - Technical Specifications Technical Specifications Device Interfaces • DSL port • 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac wireless LAN • Four 10/100/1000 Gigabit LAN ports • 10/100/1000 Gigabit WAN port • Two USB ports (1 x USB 3.0 port, 1 x USB 2.0 port) Antenna Types • Internal antenna Standards • IEEE 802.11ac • IEEE 802.11n • IEEE 802.11g • IEEE 802.11b • IEEE 802.11a • IEEE 802.3 • IEEE 802.
