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Preface Preface D-Link reserves the right to revise this publication and to make changes in the content hereof without obligation to notify any person or organization of such revisions or changes. Manual Revisions Revision Date 1.0 August 13, 2013 Description • Initial release Trademarks D-Link and the D-Link logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of D-Link Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States or other countries.
Table of Contents Table of Contents Preface.................................................................................. i Manual Revisions............................................................................ i Trademarks....................................................................................... i Product Overview............................................................... 1 Package Contents..........................................................................
Table of Contents Connecting a Wireless Client...........................................61 WPS Button....................................................................................61 Windows® 8....................................................................................62 WPA/WPA2.............................................................................62 Windows® 7....................................................................................64 WPA/WPA2................................
Section 1 - Product Overview Product Overview Package Contents DIR-508L SharePort™ Go II Wireless N300 Portable Router and Charger Power Adapter Quick Install Guide 4000 mAh Li-ion Battery If any of the above items are missing from your package, please contact your reseller. Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage rating than the one included with the DIR-508L will cause damage and void the warranty for this product.
Section 1 - Product Overview Minimum Requirements Network Requirements • An Ethernet-based Cable or DSL modem, a 3G/4G USB adapter, or a wireless hotspot • IEEE 802.11b, 802.11g, or 802.11n wireless clients • Windows® 8, 7, Vista®, XP SP2, or Mac OS® X (10.7) • iOS 4.3 or Android 2.3.
Section 1 - Product Overview Introduction Connect and charge devices anytime, anywhere with D-Link DIR-508L SharePort™ Go II Wireless N300 Portable Router and Charger. Stay connected wherever you are, and share an Internet connection from your home or hotel room, a 3G/4G mobile USB adapter, or even another wireless network. The DIR-508L remembers your connection details for you, so there is no need to configure the setting every time.
Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Overview 1 On/Off/Charger Switch Slide the switch to On to operate the DIR-508L in router mode. Slide the switch to Charger in order to charge devices connected via USB. 2 WPS Button Press the WPS button to allow additional devices to connect securely and automatically. Green (Solid) The device is connected to the Internet and working properly. Green (Blinking) The device is processing WPS.
Section 1 - Product Overview Router Mode Diagram The DIR-508L connects to your cable modem, DSL modem or other Internet source and shares your Internet connection with your devices wirelessly, providing Internet access for an entire home or office. You can also share files with other computers or devices on your wireless network by using the SharePort™ app. (Refer to “SharePort/Storage Sharing” on page 38.
Section 1 - Product Overview Mobile Router Mode Diagram The DIR-508L allows you to wirelessly share your Internet connection with other devices when you are on the go. You can also share files with other devices on your wireless network by inserting an SD card and using the SharePort™ app. (Refer to “SharePort/Storage Sharing” on page 38.) Note: You must have a compatible 3G/4G USB adapter and be within your ISP’s satellite coverage area.
Section 1 - Product Overview Hotspot Diagram The DIR-508L can connect to an existing wireless network with an Internet connection, such as a hotspot at a hotel, airport, or coffee shop, allowing you to share that single connection with multiple wireless devices. You can also share files with other computers or devices on your wireless network by using the SharePort™ app. (Refer to “SharePort/Storage Sharing” on page 38.
Section 1 - Product Overview LAN Sharing Diagram Even without Internet access, you can connect other Wi-Fi® devices wirelessly to the DIR-508L by creating a private network anywhere. You can then connect a USB drive or an SD card to locally share files with these devices on your wireless network by using the SharePort™ app. (Refer to “SharePort/Storage Sharing” on page 38.) Note: In public environments, it is highly recommended that you password protect the private LAN on the DIR-508L.
Section 1 - Product Overview Wireless Installation Considerations The D-Link wireless router lets you access your network using a wireless connection from virtually anywhere within the operating range of your wireless network. Keep in mind, however, that the number, thickness and location of walls, ceilings or other objects that the wireless signals must pass through may limit the range.
Section 2 - Installation Installation First Time Setup 1. Peel back the protective film from the top and bottom of the DIR-508L. 2. Charge the DIR-508L by connecting one end of the USB power adapter to the device and the other end to a wall outlet. Charge for at least four hours, or until the battery LED indicator is solid green or off. Note: for more information on charging the device and the battery LED indicator, refer to “Hardware Overview” on page 4.
Section 2 - Installation Connecting your Equipment Depending on your preferred mode of operation, the DIR-508L can be set up from any device with Wi-Fi and a web browser. Note: Make sure the DIR-508L has been charged or is plugged in before using. Using Broadband Ethernet: You will need an Ethernet cable connection to your cable or DSL modem. • Connect one end of an Ethernet cable to your modem and the other end to the Internet port on the DIR-508L. • Slide the mode switch to the On position.
Section 3 - Configuration Configuration There are several different ways you can configure your router to connect to the Internet and connect to your clients: • QRS Mobile App - You can use your iPhone, iPad, or Android device to configure your router. Refer to “QRS Mobile App” on page 15. • Setup Wirelessly - You can use your mobile device or pc to set up wirelessly. Refer to “Connecting to the DIR-508L Wirelessly” on page 13.
Section 3 - Configuration Connecting to the DIR-508L Wirelessly You can connect to the DIR-508L wirelessly from your mobile device or computer. Make sure the DIR-508L is charged or plugged in before using. Turn on DIR-508L by sliding the On/Off/Charger switch to On. Allow one minute for the device to boot up. From your device’s wireless utility, connect to the DIR-508L. The default network name (SSID) is DIR508L with no password.
Section 3 - Configuration After logging in, you will see the Current Status page. If the Internet icon is blue and there is a green mark, the connection to the Internet is successful and the device is ready for use! If the Internet icon is grey and there is an icon above the Internet icon, refer to : • “xDSL Broadband (PPPoE)” on page 31 if you are using a xDSL modem. • “3G/4G Wireless USB” on page 32 if you are using a 3G/4G USB adapter.
Section 3 - Configuration QRS Mobile App D-Link offers an app for your iPad, iPhone (iOS 4.3 or higher) or Android device (2.3.3 or higher) to install and configure your router. Step 1 From your iPad, iPhone, or Android device, go to the iTunes Store and search for ‘D-Link’. Select QRS Mobile and then download it. You may also scan this code to download. iOS Android Step 2 Once your app is installed, you may now configure your router.
Section 3 - Configuration Web-based Configuration Utility The DIR-508L has an auto-detection feature that will determine whether an Ethernet cable or 3G/4G USB adapter is currently connected to your device. If your DIR-508L needs additional configuration, you can click the Internet icon on the Home page to start the wizard. You may then proceed to configure your Internet connection for Broadband Ethernet, 3G/4G USB adapter, or Hotspot. 1.
Section 3 - Configuration Home Page The Home page contains a diagram with icons indicating the statuses of various functions and connections. • Click on an icon with an next to it to start a wizard for that function. • Click on the to configure your Internet connection. Note: If the link is showing a , it means you are currently connected to the Internet. If you are not connected, refer to ”Internet Connection” on page 18.
Section 3 - Configuration Internet Connection When you connect the DIR-508L to a cable modem using an Ethernet cable, you should be connected to the Internet. The Internet icon will be blue and the connection will have a check mark . If you connect the DIR-508L to an xDSL modem using an Ethernet cable and find that you can not access the Internet: 1. Find out if your ISP (Internet Service Provider) uses a PPPoE (Point to Point Protocol over Ethernet) connection.
Section 3 - Configuration Once you are connected, you can: • Click on the Internet icon to view the IPv4 network details below the diagram. • View the IPv6 network details by clicking the IPv6 link at the right side of the screen. Note: This information will be saved as an Internet Profile for future use. (For more information, refer to “Internet Profiles” on page 29.) Click on DHCP Release when you wish to disconnect from the Internet.
Section 3 - Configuration 3G/4G Mobile Broadband You can connect a compatible 3G/4G USB adapter to the USB port on the DIR-508L to access the Internet. Depending on your mobile service provider, you may need input for fields indicated below as optional. If so, contact your service provider to obtain the required information. PIN code Enter the 4-digit PIN (Personal Identification Number) (optional): for your SIM card. Click Save to store the settings.
Section 3 - Configuration When you are connected to the Internet via mobile broadband, the Internet icon should be blue and the link will have a green check mark . Clicking on the Internet icon will display the 3G/4G Network details. You may click on the Disconnect button to drop the 3G/4G connection . Connection Type: Displays whether or not the Connection Type is a 3G/4G Network. Operator: Displays the country name and service provider.
Section 3 - Configuration Wi-Fi Hotspot For Internet access using a Wi-Fi hotspot, under Current Status, by the Internet icon, click on to start the wizard. A pop-up window will open that says, “The router is not connected to the Internet...” Click Next to locate an available Wi-Fi network. Select the Hotspot Network you wish to connect to. Click Select. If you see a lock icon next to the network, you will be required to enter a Password. Click Save. Wait while the router connects to the network.
Section 3 - Configuration When you are connected, under Current Status, the Internet icon will be blue and you will see a green check mark it to see details of the connection. . Click on Connection Type: Will say Hotspot Client when the Connection Type is a hotspot network connection. Network Status: Displays the status of the connection to the hotspot network. Hotspot Name Displays the SSID or the name of the hotspot network. (SSID): Password: Displays the Password of the hotspot network.
Section 3 - Configuration Router From the Home page, you can check the status of the Wi-Fi security on your DIR-508L. If your connection is not secure, you can use the wizard to secure your network. Click on the next to DIR-508L to start the wizard. Click Secure your network in the pop-up window. From the Wi-Fi Settings page, enter the Wi-Fi Network Name (SSID) and Password. Note: Enter a password with a minimum of eight characters. Click Save.
Section 3 - Configuration Note: The will no longer be displayed next to the router icon on the Home page. Click on the router icon to review Network, Wi-Fi, and Guest Zone details. Clicking on the links will take you to the respective pages under Settings, where you can configure advanced settings. For Network, refer to “Network (LAN)” on page 36. For Wi-Fi, refer to “Wi-Fi” on page 35. For Guest Zone, refer to “Guest Zone” on page 41.
Section 3 - Configuration Wi-Fi Clients From the Home page, you can see when there are clients connected to the router via Wi-Fi. The Wi-Fi Clients icon will be blue when there are active connections. Click on the Wi-Fi Clients icon to view a list of all the devices connected to your Wi-Fi network. On the Wi-Fi Clients page, the box for each device will show its Connection Status, Name, Vendor, IP Address, and Access Status.
Section 3 - Configuration USB Storage From the Home page, you can see if you are connected to a USB storage device. The USB Storage icon will be blue when you are currently connected. If you have a USB Storage device attached to the DIR-508L, click on the USB Storage icon on the Home page to view the USB Storage details. Available Space: Displays the amount of free space on the USB storage device. Total: Displays the total capacity of USB storage.
Section 3 - Configuration SD Card From the Home page, you can see if an SD card has been inserted into your DIR-508L. The SD Card icon will be gray when there is none. If the SD Card icon on the Home page is blue, click to view the SD Card details. Available Space: Displays the amount of free space on the SD Card. Total: Displays the total capacity of the SD Card. Status: Displays if the DLNA Media Server is enabled or disabled.
Section 3 - Configuration Settings Internet Profiles Internet Profiles are networks you want the device to remember and reconnect to in the future. A profile is created automatically the first time you connect to a particular network. The Internet Profiles are added to a profile list that you can later edit. From the bar at the top of the Home page, go to Settings > Internet Profiles to configure your Internet Connection profiles. You may add, edit, and delete profiles from this page. Add a Profile: 1.
Section 3 - Configuration DHCP When you Add a Profile, you must select a Connection Type. Depending on your connection method and your ISP (Internet Service Provider), you may select the default DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) profile. This will allow your router to automatically obtain IP Address information from your ISP and connect to the Internet. Host Name: Enter the name of your host. MAC Address Clone: Type in the MAC Address or select the client from the drop-down menu and click <<.
Section 3 - Configuration xDSL Broadband (PPPoE) When you Add a Profile, you must select a Connection Type. Depending on your ISP, you may need to configure the PPPoE (Point to Point Protocol over Ethernet) settings in order to connect to the Internet. PPPoE is typically used for DSL services. Request a PPPoE user name and password from your ISP so you can create a xDSL Broadband (PPPoE) Internet Profile. Profile Name: Enter a name for this profile. Username: Enter the Username assigned by your ISP.
Section 3 - Configuration 3G/4G Wireless USB When you Add a Profile, you must select a Connection Type. Depending on the service provider for your 3G/4G wireless network, you may need to configure the 3G/4G settings in order to connect to the Internet. You may need to contact your ISP (Internet Service Provider) for the required information. Then you can create a 3G/4G Wireless USB Internet Profile. Profile Name: Enter a name for this profile. Dial-up Number: Enter your service provider’s Dial-up Number.
Section 3 - Configuration Wi-Fi Hotspot Client When you Add a Profile, you must select a Connection Type. Depending on the Wi-Fi network, you may have to configure the settings in order to connect to the Internet. You may need to contact your hotspot provider for the required information. Then you can create a Wi-Fi Hotspot Client Internet Profile. Hotspot Network Enter the name of your hotspot or click Scan to select Name (SSID): from a list. Please refer to ”Wi-Fi Hotspot” on page 22 for detailed steps.
Section 3 - Configuration Static IP When you Add a Profile, you must select a Connection Type. Depending on your ISP (Internet Service Provider), you may need to configure the Static IP settings in order to connect to the Internet. The required information should be provided to you by your ISP. IP Address: Enter the IP Address assigned by your ISP. Subnet Mask: Enter the Subnet Mask assigned by your ISP. Default Gateway: Enter the Default Gateway assigned by your ISP.
Section 3 - Configuration Wi-Fi From this page you can secure your Wi-Fi network manually and/or access advanced settings. Go to Settings > Wi-Fi. Wi-Fi Network Enter a name for your wireless network or SSID (Service Name (SSID): Set Identifier). Password: Enter a Password for your network. Advanced Settings Security Mode: Select from None or WPA/WPA2-Personal. 802.11 Mode: 802.11b Only - Select only if all of your wireless clients are 802.11b. 802.
Section 3 - Configuration Network (LAN) This section allows you to change local network settings of the router and configure the DHCP (Dynamic Host Control Protocol) Server settings. You can change the local network settings for your router by going to Settings > Network (LAN). Network Settings Device IP Address: Enter the IP Address of the router. The default IP address is 192.168.0.1.
Section 3 - Configuration DHCP Server Status: Slide to Enable or Disable the DHCP server function. DHCP IP Address Enter the starting and ending IP addresses for the DHCP Range: server’s IP assignment. Note: If you statically (manually) assign IP addresses to your computers or devices, make sure the IP addresses are outside of this range or you may have an IP conflict. DHCP Lease Time: The length of time for the IP address lease. Enter the Lease time in minutes.
Section 3 - Configuration SharePort/Storage Sharing From this page, you can configure the various storage sharing features on your router. The DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance) server allows you to stream stored pictures, music, and video to another DLNA-compatible device on your network. SharePort™ Web Access allows you to use a web browser to access stored files from a PC connected to your network. For access to files from a mobile device, use the mydlink SharePort™ app.
Section 3 - Configuration Click on the Users link, next to the Save button, to access the User List. You can manage user accounts on this list, and set user access privileges for SharePort Web Access. User Management To Edit a user, click on the pencil icon. To Delete a user, click on the trash icon. To Create a user, click on Create a New User +. Create a New User Username: Enter a Username for the new user. Password: Enter a Password for the new user.
Section 3 - Configuration Users on your User List with shared access can open a web browser and enter http://shareport.local. to open the SharePort Web Access Login window and log in.
Section 3 - Configuration Guest Zone You can create a Wi-Fi Guest Zone to share Internet access with guests on a separate Wi-Fi network. This means your guests are prevented from having access to devices on your home network unless Allow Local Access is enabled. Go to Settings > Guest Zone to set up Guest Zone access to the Internet. Status: Enable or Disable the Guest Zone feature. Guest Zone Wi-Fi Enter a Guest Zone wireless network name. Name (SSID): Password: Enter a Password for your Guest Zone.
Section 3 - Configuration mydlink Registering your router with mydlink will allow you to use mydlink™ Cloud Services, including free online access and management of your router through the mydlink portal website. Go to Settings > mydlink to register your device with a mydlink account. If you have an account: Select Yes, I have a mydlink account. Log in with the E-mail Address and Password. Click the Save button.
Section 3 - Configuration If you do not have an account: Select No, I want to create a new mydlink account. Proceed as follows: 1. Click on the link to the Terms and Conditions, so you can read them. 2. Check the box next to I accept the mydlink terms and conditions. Enter E-Mail Address, First Name and Last Name. Click Sign Up. Note: If you have not set an admin password, the Admin Password window will open. Create a password and click on Save. Next you will see the login screen for the mydlink website.
Section 3 - Configuration Management Admin On the Admin page, you can change the admin security settings for logging in to the router configuration interface. It is recommended that you create a password with a minimum of six characters to keep your router secure. Admin Password: Enter a Password for administration of the router. Enable Graphical If you select Enabled, users will be required upon login Authentication to type characters from an image that will appear on the (CAPTCHA): screen.
Section 3 - Configuration System From here, you can save or restore your router’s current settings. You can also reset your router to the factory default settings. Restoring the unit to factory default settings will erase any rules you created. That is why you should save your settings to a file on your computer when your router is configured the way you want it. Then you can reload your configuration if your settings are erased.
Section 3 - Configuration Firmware Upgrade This page shows you your Current Firmware Version and Currnet Language Pack, and allows you to check for and download new firmware. After downloading the firmware to the local hard drive of your computer, you can upload the file from this page. If you are using a language pack for your web UI, we recommend that you also download the latest version when upgrading the firmware to ensure that any changes in the interface are shown correctly.
Section 4 - Status Statistics This page provides statistics about data transmitted and received by your router through the Internet (WAN) on your router’s wireless network. It also displays the status of the internal battery. The graph displays the real-time upstream and downstream transfer speeds depending on which tab (Internet or Wi-Fi) you are currently viewing. The Blue line indicates the upload speeds and the red line indicates the download speeds.
Section 5 - Sharing Files Sharing Files Using the mydlink SharePort™ App The mydlink SharePort app for iOS and Android allows you to remotely and locally access files stored on a USB drive or SD card connected to the DIR-508L. Supported File Formats for iOS and Android: • Video: .mp4, .mov, m4v • Music: .mp3, .wav, m4a • Image: .bmp, .jpg, .png • Document: Microsoft® Office formats, .pdf, For more information on storage, refer to “USB Storage” on page 27 and “SD Card” on page 28.
Section 5 - Sharing Files 4. Use your iOS or Android mobile device to scan the appropriate QR code for your device to download the free mydlink SharePort™ app from the App Store or Google Play. If you do not have a QR code reader, you can simply search for mydlink SharePort™ in the App Store or Google Play. iOS Android Note: For local access only, as an alternative to mydlink SharePort, you can download the D-Link SharePort Mobile App. 5.
Section 5 - Sharing Files 6. Once connected, tap the mydlink SharePort™ icon, and the app will load. 7. At the login page: If you are connecting locally, enter the Admin password for your DIR-508L and tap Local Access. If you are connecting remotely, tap Remote Access and enter your mydlink Account name and Password. 8. Click Login. 9. You can now use the mydlink SharePort™ app interface to stream media and access files stored on your USB drive.
Section 5 - Sharing Files Film (Video) The Film section allows you to stream video clips and movies from your DIR-508L to your mobile device. Tap the Movie icon on the main menu to view a list of videos stored on your USB storage device or SD card. The Search bar at the top lets you search your SharePort storage by filename. Tap Edit at the top right to mark files for deletion. Tap the star icon next to each file to add it into your Favorite section.
Section 5 - Sharing Files Music The Music section allows you to stream songs from your DIR-508L to your mobile device. Tap the Music icon on the main menu to browse through your music collection on your USB storage device or SD card. The Search bar at the top lets you search your SharePort storage for songs by filename. Tap Edit at the top right to create a Playlist and mark files for deletion. Tap the star icon next to each file to add it into your Favorite section.
Section 5 - Sharing Files To create a playlist: 1. Tap Edit > Add Playlist. The New Playlist window will open. 2. Enter a name for the Playlist. 3. Tap Save. The name of the Playlist will appear in the browser next to the icon. To review songs in a Playlist: Tap the name to open the Playlist browser, which displays all of the songs in the list. Add songs to a playlist: 1. Tap Add Music... to add songs to the current Playlist. 2. Click the songs you wish to add and tap Done.
Section 5 - Sharing Files Photo The Photo section allows you to view images streamed from your DIR-508L to your mobile device. Tap the Camera icon on the main menu to browse through your photo collection on your USB storage device or SD card. The Search bar at the top lets you search your SharePort storage for images by filename. Tap Edit at the top right to mark files for deletion. Tap the star icon next to each file to add an image into your Favorite section.
Section 5 - Sharing Files Tap on the file to start the Photo viewer. Tap Photo at the top left to return to the photo browser. Tap the star icon to add/remove the image from your Favorites. Tap play to start the slideshow. Tap the icon to bring up the same image options as on the previous page.
Section 5 - Sharing Files Document The Document section allows you to share, print, and view documents stored on a USB storage device or SD card attached to your DIR-508L. Tap the Document icon on the main menu to view the list of files. The Search bar at the top lets you search your SharePort storage by filename. Tap Edit at the top right to mark files for deletion. Tap the star icon next to each file to add a file into your Favorite section.
Section 5 - Sharing Files Favorite The Favorite section allows you to quickly access your most frequently used files, no matter what file type, from a central location. Add a file to your favorites: 1. Tap on a section and browse to the file. 2. Tap the star icon next to its filename or while it is playing. Access your favorite files: Tap the star icon on the main menu to browse the files on your mobile device. Tap on the filename to play or view the file.
Section 5 - Sharing Files Folder You can browse your folders and files hierarchically in the Folder section. Tapping the filename will open the viewer/player for that file type, as explained in the preceding pages. You can also upload files from your mobile device to the USB storage device attached to your DIR-508L. The Search bar at the top lets you search your SharePort storage by filename. Tap Edit at the top right to go to the editing screen for the selected file type.
Section 5 - Sharing Files Edit files: 1. Tap Edit at the top right. 2. Click the circle next to a file to mark it for deletion or copy. 3. Tap on Delete at the bottom to delete the file. Copy files: 1. Tap on Copy to bring up a window where you can select the folder to copy to. 2. Browse to the directory you want to copy the marked files to and tap Paste. Create a new folder: 1. Browse to locate the directory you wish to create a new folder in. 2. Tap Edit at the top right. 3.
Section 5 - Sharing Files Upload images and videos from your mobile device: 1. Browse to the folder you wish to upload to. 2. Tap Upload at the bottom. 3. Select an album containing the file you wish to upload. 4. Tap to mark each of the photo/video you wish to upload. 5. Tap Done. The files will begin to upload and the progress will be displayed below the filename. When complete, it will say, 100% uploaded.
Section 6 - Support Connecting a Wireless Client WPS Button The easiest and most secure way to connect your wireless devices to the router is Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS). Most wireless devices, such as wireless adapters, media players, Blu-ray DVD players, wireless printers and cameras, will have a WPS button (or a software utility with WPS) that you can press to connect to the DIR-508L router.
Section 6 - Connecting a Wireless Client Windows® 8 WPA/WPA2 It is recommended to enable wireless security (WPA/WPA2) on your wireless router or access point before configuring your wireless adapter. If you are joining an existing network, you will need to know the security key (Wi-Fi password) being used. To join an existing network, locate the wireless network icon in the taskbar, next to the time display.
Section 6 - Connecting a Wireless Client 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 at this point to enable the WPS function.
Section 6 - Support Windows® 7 WPA/WPA2 It is recommended to enable wireless security (WPA/WPA2) on your wireless router or access point before configuring your wireless adapter. If you are joining an existing network, you will need to know the security key or passphrase being used. 1. Click on the wireless icon in your system tray (lower-right corner). Wireless Icon 2. The utility will display any available wireless networks in your area.
Section 6 - Support 3. Highlight the wireless network (SSID) you would like to connect to and click the Connect button. If you get a good signal but cannot access the Internet, check your TCP/IP settings for your wireless adapter. Refer to the Networking Basics section in this manual for more information. 4. The following window appears while your computer tries to connect to the router.
Section 6 - Support 5. Enter the same security key or passphrase that is on your router and click Connect. You can also connect by pushing the WPS button on the router. It may take 20-30 seconds to connect to the wireless network. If the connection fails, please verify that the security settings are correct. The key or passphrase must be exactly the same as on the wireless router.
Section 6 - Support WPS The WPS feature of the DIR-508L can be configured using Windows® 7. 1. Click the Start button and select Computer from the menu. 2. Click Network on the left side.
Section 6 - Support 3. Double-click the DIR-508L. 4. Input the WPS PIN number (displayed in the WPS window on the Router’s LCD screen or in the Setup > Wireless Setup menu in the Router’s Web UI) and click Next.
Section 6 - Support 5. Type a name to identify the network. 6. To configure advanced settings, click the icon. Click Next to continue.
Section 6 - Support 7. The following window appears while the router is being configured. Wait for the configuration to complete. 8. The following window informs you that WPS on the router has been setup successfully. Make a note of the security key as you may need to provide this security key if adding an older wireless device to the network in the future. 9. Click Close to complete WPS setup.
Section 6 - Support Windows Vista® Windows Vista® users may use the built-in wireless utility. If you are using another company’s utility, please refer to the user manual of your wireless adapter for help with connecting to a wireless network. Most utilities will have a “site survey” option similar to the Windows Vista® utility as seen below. If you receive the Wireless Networks Detected bubble, click on the center of the bubble to access the utility.
Section 6 - Support WPA/WPA2 It is recommended to enable wireless security (WPA/WPA2) on your wireless router or access point before configuring your wireless adapter. If you are joining an existing network, you will need to know the security key or passphrase being used. 1. Open the Windows Vista® Wireless Utility by right-clicking on the wireless computer icon in your system tray (lower right corner of screen). Select Connect to a network. 2.
Section 6 - Support 3. Enter the same security key or passphrase that is on your router and click Connect. It may take 20-30 seconds to connect to the wireless network. If the connection fails, please verify that the security settings are correct. The key or passphrase must be exactly the same as on the wireless router.
Section 6 - Support WPS/WCN 2.0 The DIR-508L supports Wi-Fi protection, referred to as WCN 2.0 in Windows Vista®. The following instructions for setting this up depends on whether you are using Windows Vista® to configure the router or third party software. When you first set up the router, Wi-Fi protection is disabled and unconfigured. To enjoy the benefits of Wi-Fi protection, the router must be both enabled and configured.
Section 6 - Support Windows® XP Windows® XP users may use the built-in wireless utility (Zero Configuration Utility). If you are using another company’s utility, please refer to the user manual of your wireless adapter for help with connecting to a wireless network. Most utilities will have a “site survey” option similar to the Windows® XP utility as seen below. If you receive the Wireless Networks Detected bubble, click on the center of the bubble to access the utility.
Section 6 - Support 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. Highlight the wireless network (SSID) you would like to connect to and click Connect.
Section 6 - Support 3. The Wireless Network Connection box will appear. Enter the WPA-PSK passphrase and click Connect. It may take 20-30 seconds to connect to the wireless network. If the connection fails, please verify that the WPA-PSK settings are correct. The WPA-PSK passphrase must be exactly the same as on the wireless router.
Section 7 - Troubleshooting Troubleshooting This chapter provides solutions to problems that can occur during the installation and operation of the DIR-508L. Read the following descriptions if you are having problems. 1. Why can’t I access the web-based configuration utility? When entering the IP address of the D-Link router (for example: http://192.168.0.1 or http://dlinkrouter.local./), you are not connecting to a website nor do you have to be connected to the Internet.
Section 7 - 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 7 - Troubleshooting 3. Why can’t I connect to certain sites or send and receive e-mails when connecting through my router? If you are having a problem sending or receiving e-mail, or connecting to secure sites such as eBay, banking sites and Hotmail, we suggest lowering the MTU in increments of ten (Ex. 1492, 1482, 1472, etc). To find the proper MTU Size, you’ll have to do a special ping of the destination you’re trying to go to. A destination could be another computer, or a URL.
Section 7 - Troubleshooting You should start at 1472 and work your way down by 10 each time. Once you get a reply, go up by two (2) until you get a fragmented packet. Take that value and add 28 to the value to account for the various TCP/IP headers. For example, lets say that 1452 was the proper value, the actual MTU size would be 1480, which is the optimum for the network we’re working with (1452+28=1480). Once you find your MTU, you can now configure your router with the proper MTU size.
Appendix A - Wireless Basics Wireless Basics D-Link wireless products are based on industry standards to provide easy-to-use and compatible high-speed wireless connectivity within your home, business or public access wireless networks. Strictly adhering to the IEEE standard, the D-Link wireless family of products will allow you to securely access the data you want, when and where you want it. You will be able to enjoy the freedom that wireless networking delivers.
Appendix A - Wireless Basics What is Wireless? Wireless, or Wi-Fi, technology is another way of connecting your computer to the network without using wires. Wi-Fi uses radio frequency to connect wirelessly, so you have the freedom to connect computers anywhere in your home or office network. Why D-Link Wireless? D-Link is the worldwide leader and award winning designer, developer and manufacturer of networking products. D-Link delivers the performance you need at a price you can afford.
Appendix A - Wireless Basics Wireless Personal Area Network (WPAN) Bluetooth is the industry standard wireless technology used for WPAN. Bluetooth devices in WPAN operate in a range up to 30 feet away. Compared to WLAN the speed and wireless operation range are both less than WLAN, but in return it doesn’t use nearly as much power which makes it ideal for personal devices, such as mobile phones, PDAs, headphones, laptops, speakers and other devices that operate on batteries.
Appendix A - Wireless Basics Where is wireless used? Wireless technology is expanding everywhere not just at home or office. People like the freedom of mobility and it’s becoming so popular that more and more public facilities now provide wireless access to attract people. The wireless connection in public places is usually called “hotspots.
Appendix B - Networking Basics Networking Basics Check your IP address After you install your new D-Link adapter, by default, the TCP/IP settings should be set to obtain an IP address from a DHCP server (i.e. wireless router) automatically. To verify your IP address, please follow the steps below: Click on Start > Run. In the run box type cmd and click OK. (Windows® 7/Vista® users type cmd in the Start Search box.) At the prompt, type ipconfig and press Enter.
Appendix B - Networking Basics Assign a Static IP address If you are not using a DHCP capable gateway/router, or you need to assign a static IP address, please follow the steps below: Step 1 Windows® 7 Click on Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center. Windows Vista® - Click on Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center > Manage Network Connections. Windows® XP Click on Start > Control Panel > Network Connections.
Appendix C - Technical Specifications Technical Specifications Standards • IEEE 802.11b • IEEE 802.11g • IEEE 802.11n • IEEE 802.3u • IEEE 802.3x IEEE 802.11g: • 16 dBm at 6 to 18 Mbps • 15 dBm at 24 to 36 Mbps • 12 dBm at 48 to 54 Mbps IEEE 802.11n draft 2.
Appendix C - Technical Specifications USB Interface • USB 2.0 Type A • USB Micro-B SD Interface • SD/SDHC/SDXC • CLASS6/CLASS10/UHS-I Embedded Battery • 4000 mAh (Li-ion) power capacity • OCP, OVP, OTP, SCP protection mydlink SharePort™ App Supported File Formats for iOS and Android Video: • .mp4, .mov, .m4v Music: • .mp3, .wav, .m4a Image: • .jpg, .bmp, .png Document: • Microsoft® Office formats, .
Appendix D - Contacting Technical Support Contacting Technical Support U.S. and Canadian customers can contact D-Link technical support through our web site or by phone. Before you contact technical support, please have the following ready: • Model number of the product (e.g. DIR-508L) • Hardware Revision (located on the label on the bottom of the router (e.g. rev A1)) • Serial Number (s/n number located on the label on the bottom of the router).
Appendix D - GPL Code Statement GPL Code Statement This D-Link product includes software code developed by third parties, including software code subject to the GNU General Public License (“GPL”) or GNU Lesser General Public License (“LGPL”). As applicable, the terms of the GPL and LGPL, and information on obtaining access to the GPL code and LGPL code used in this product, are available to you at: http://tsd.dlink.com.tw/GPL.
Appendix D - GPL Code Statement Preamble The GNU General Public License is a free, copyleft license for software and other kinds of works. The licenses for most software and other practical works are designed to take away your freedom to share and change the works. By contrast, the GNU General Public License is intended to guarantee your freedom to share and change all versions of a program--to make sure it remains free software for all its users.
Appendix D - GPL Code Statement Finally, every program is threatened constantly by software patents. States should not allow patents to restrict development and use of software on general-purpose computers, but in those that do, we wish to avoid the special danger that patents applied to a free program could make it effectively proprietary. To prevent this, the GPL assures that patents cannot be used to render the program non-free.
Appendix D - GPL Code Statement 1. Source Code. The “source code” for a work means the preferred form of the work for making modifications to it. “Object code” means any non-source form of a work. A “Standard Interface” means an interface that either is an official standard defined by a recognized standards body, or, in the case of interfaces specified for a particular programming language, one that is widely used among developers working in that language.
Appendix D - GPL Code Statement 2. Basic Permissions. All rights granted under this License are granted for the term of copyright on the Program, and are irrevocable provided the stated conditions are met. This License explicitly affirms your unlimited permission to run the unmodified Program. The output from running a covered work is covered by this License only if the output, given its content, constitutes a covered work.
Appendix D - GPL Code Statement 4. Conveying Verbatim Copies.
Appendix D - GPL Code Statement 6. Conveying Non-Source Forms. You may convey a covered work in object code form under the terms of sections 4 and 5, provided that you also convey the machine-readable Corresponding Source under the terms of this License, in one of these ways: a) Convey the object code in, or embodied in, a physical product (including a physical distribution medium), accompanied by the Corresponding Source fixed on a durable physical medium customarily used for software interchange.
Appendix D - GPL Code Statement A “User Product” is either (1) a “consumer product”, which means any tangible personal property which is normally used for personal, family, or household purposes, or (2) anything designed or sold for incorporation into a dwelling. In determining whether a product is a consumer product, doubtful cases shall be resolved in favor of coverage.
Appendix D - GPL Code Statement 7. Additional Terms. “Additional permissions” are terms that supplement the terms of this License by making exceptions from one or more of its conditions. Additional permissions that are applicable to the entire Program shall be treated as though they were included in this License, to the extent that they are valid under applicable law.
Appendix D - GPL Code Statement All other non-permissive additional terms are considered “further restrictions” within the meaning of section 10. If the Program as you received it, or any part of it, contains a notice stating that it is governed by this License along with a term that is a further restriction, you may remove that term.
Appendix D - GPL Code Statement 9. Acceptance Not Required for Having Copies. You are not required to accept this License in order to receive or run a copy of the Program. Ancillary propagation of a covered work occurring solely as a consequence of using peer-to-peer transmission to receive a copy likewise does not require acceptance. However, nothing other than this License grants you permission to propagate or modify any covered work. These actions infringe copyright if you do not accept this License.
Appendix D - GPL Code Statement 11. Patents. A “contributor” is a copyright holder who authorizes use under this License of the Program or a work on which the Program is based. The work thus licensed is called the contributor’s “contributor version”.
Appendix D - GPL Code Statement A patent license is “discriminatory” if it does not include within the scope of its coverage, prohibits the exercise of, or is conditioned on the non-exercise of one or more of the rights that are specifically granted under this License.
Appendix D - GPL Code Statement 14. Revised Versions of this License. The Free Software Foundation may publish revised and/or new versions of the GNU General Public License from time to time. Such new versions will be similar in spirit to the present version, but may differ in detail to address new problems or concerns. Each version is given a distinguishing version number.
Appendix D - GPL Code Statement 17. Interpretation of Sections 15 and 16. If the disclaimer of warranty and limitation of liability provided above cannot be given local legal effect according to their terms, reviewing courts shall apply local law that most closely approximates an absolute waiver of all civil liability in connection with the Program, unless a warranty or assumption of liability accompanies a copy of the Program in return for a fee.
Appendix E - Warranty Warranty Subject to the terms and conditions set forth herein, D-Link Systems, Inc. (“D-Link”) provides this Limited Warranty: • Only to the person or entity that originally purchased the product from D-Link or its authorized reseller or distributor, and • Only for products purchased and delivered within the fifty states of the United States, the District of Columbia, U.S. Possessions or Protectorates, U.S. Military Installations, or addresses with an APO or FPO.
Appendix E - Warranty Limited Software Warranty: D-Link warrants that the software portion of the product (“Software”) will substantially conform to D-Link’s then current functional specifications for the Software, as set forth in the applicable documentation, from the date of original retail purchase of the Software for a period of ninety (90) days (“Software Warranty Period”), provided that the Software is properly installed on approved hardware and operated as contemplated in its documentation.
Appendix E - Warranty Submitting A Claim (USA): The customer shall return the product to the original purchase point based on its return policy.
Appendix E - Warranty Submitting A Claim (Canada): The customer shall return the product to the original purchase point based on its return policy. In case the return policy period has expired and the product is within warranty, the customer shall submit a claim to D-Link as outlined below: • Customers need to provide their receipt (proof of purchase) even if the product is registered. Without a receipt, no warranty service will be done. The registration is not considered a proof of purchase.
Appendix E - Warranty What Is Not Covered: The Limited Warranty provided herein by D-Link does not cover: Products that, in D-Link’s judgment, have been subjected to abuse, accident, alteration, modification, tampering, negligence, misuse, faulty installation, lack of reasonable care, repair or service in any way that is not contemplated in the documentation for the product, or if the model or serial number has been altered, tampered with, defaced or removed; Initial installation, installation and removal
Appendix E - Warranty Limitation of Liability: TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, D-LINK IS NOT LIABLE UNDER ANY CONTRACT, NEGLIGENCE, STRICT LIABILITY OR OTHER LEGAL OR EQUITABLE THEORY FOR ANY LOSS OF USE OF THE PRODUCT, INCONVENIENCE OR DAMAGES OF ANY CHARACTER, WHETHER DIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL (INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF GOODWILL, LOSS OF REVENUE OR PROFIT, WORK STOPPAGE, COMPUTER FAILURE OR MALFUNCTION, FAILURE OF OTHER EQUIPMENT OR COMPUTER PROGRAMS TO
Appendix E - Warranty CE Mark Warning: This is a Class B product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference, in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures. FCC Statement: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
Appendix E - Warranty IMPORTANT NOTICE: FCC Radiation Exposure Statement: This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & your body. To maintain compliance with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, please avoid direct contact to the transmitting antenna during transmitting.
Appendix F - Registration Registration Product registration is entirely voluntary and failure to complete or return this form will not diminish your warranty rights. Version 1.
