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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 May 24, 2013 Description • Initial release for Revision A1 Trademarks D-Link and the D-Link logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of D-Link Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States or other countries.
Table of Contents Table of Contents Preface.................................................................................. i Manual Revisions............................................................................ i Trademarks....................................................................................... i Product Overview............................................................... 1 Package Contents..........................................................................
Table of Contents System.....................................................................................50 Firmware.................................................................................51 Dynamic DNS........................................................................52 System Check........................................................................53 Schedules...............................................................................54 Status.....................................
Section 1 - Product Overview Product PackageOverview Contents • D-Link DWR-116 Wireless N300 Multi-WAN Router • Power Adapter • Manual and Warranty on CD • External Wi-Fi antenna Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage rating than the one included with the DWR-116 will cause damage and void the warranty for this product.
Section 1 - Product Overview Introduction The D-Link Wireless N300 Multi-WAN Router allows users to access mobile broadband networks worldwide. Once connected, users can transfer data and stream media. Simply connect your USB modem to share your 3G/4G LTE Internet connection through a secure 802.11n wireless network or using the 10/100 Ethernet port. The Wireless N300 Multi-WAN Router can be installed quickly and easily almost anywhere.
Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Overview Back Panel POWER LAN 3 LAN 1 LAN 4 LAN 2 WAN Port LAN Port WAN Port Power Port D-Link DWR-116 User Manual Function Connects to wired computers or devices. Connects to the Internet. Connects to the power adapter.
Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Overview Front Panel and LEDs 3G/4G LTE Wi-Fi WPS BUTTON WAN RESET BUTTON LAN Ports 1 to 4 LED 3G/4G LTE WAN Wi-Fi LAN 1 - LAN 4 Description Color Solid Green 3G/4G LTE connection established Green WAN connection established Green Wi-Fi active and available Green Ethernet connection established Blinking Data transmitting Data transmitting Data transmitting Data transmitting Blinking (Fast) Device in WPS mode - Note: WPS mode can be activated by pressing, and hol
Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Overview Top External Antennas USB 2.
Section 2 - Installation Installation This section will guide 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 or cabinet, or in an attic or garage. Connect to Your Network Note: Ensure that your DWR-116 Wireless N300 Multi-WAN Router is disconnected and powered off before performing the installation steps below. 1. Connect a USB modem to the USB port located on the top of the router. 2.
Section 2 - Installation Wireless Installation Considerations The DWR-116 can be accessed using a wireless connection from virtually anywhere within the operating range of your wireless network. Keep in mind, however, that the quantity, thickness and location of walls, ceilings, or other objects that the wireless signals must pass through, may limit the range. Ranges vary depending on the types of materials and background RF (radio frequency) noise in your home or office.
Section 3 - Configuration Configuration This section will show you how to configure your new D-Link mobile router using the web-based configuration utility. Web-based Configuration Utility To access the configuration utility, open a web-browser such as Internet Explorer and enter the IP address of the router. The default IP address of the router is 192.168.0.1. Type Admin and then enter the password. By default, the password is blank.
Section 3 - Configuration Setup Internet Connection Setup Wizard The setup wizard guides you through the initial setup of your router. There are two ways to setup your Internet connection. You can use the Web-based Internet Connection Setup Wizard or you can manually configure using the Manual Internet Connection Setup wizard. This wizard will guide you through a step-by-step process to configure your D-Link router to connect to the Internet. Click Internet Connection Setup Wizard to begin.
Section 3 - Configuration Create a new password that will be used to access the router and then click Next to continue. Click Prev to go back to the previous page or click Cancel to close the wizard. Select your time zone from the drop-down box and then click Next to continue. Click Prev to go back to the previous page or click Cancel to close the wizard. Select the Internet connection type. The connection types are explained on the following page.
Section 3 - Configuration The subsequent configuration pages will differ depending on the selection you make during step 3 of the wizard. DHCP Connection Choose this if your Internet connection automatically provides you with an IP Address. Most cable modems use this type of (Dynamic IP connection. See page 12 for information about how to configure this type of connection. Address): Username Choose this option if your Internet connection requires a username and password to connect.
Section 3 - Configuration DHCP Connection (Dynamic IP Address): Mac Address: The default MAC Address is set to the Internet port’s physical interface MAC address on the broadband router. It is not recommended that you change the default MAC address unless required by your ISP. You can use the Clone button to replace the Internet port’s MAC address with the MAC address of your PC. Host Name: Enter the host name for your router or computer.
Section 3 - Configuration Username / Password Connection (PPTP): Address Mode: Choose Static IP only if your ISP assigns you an IP address. Otherwise, please choose Dynamic IP. PPTP IP Address: Enter the information provided by your ISP. PPTP Subnet Mask: Enter the information provided by your ISP. PPTP Gateway IP Enter the information provided by your ISP. Address: PPTP Server IP IP address of PPTP server. Address: User Name: User/account name that your ISP provides to you for PPTP dialup.
Section 3 - Configuration 3G/4G LTE Connection User Name: (Optional) Fill in only if requested by ISP. Password: (Optional) Fill in only if requested by ISP. Dialed Number: Enter the number to be dialed. Authentication: Select PAP, CHAP, or Auto detection. The default authentication method is Auto. APN: (Optional) Enter the APN information. Static IP Address Connection IP Address: Enter the IP address assigned to your network connection. Subnet Mask: Enter the subnet mask.
Section 3 - Configuration You have completed the Setup Wizard. Click Connect to save your settings. A popup will appear, to confirm your settings. Click OK to save your settings.
Section 3 - Configuration Manual Internet Connection Setup Internet Connection Type Several different Internet connection types can be selected depending upon the specifications of your Internet Service Provider (ISP). My Internet Select the Internet connection type specified Connection is: by your Internet Service Provider (ISP). The corresponding settings will be displayed below. Please see the following pages for details on how to configure these different connection types.
Section 3 - Configuration Dynamic IP (DHCP) This section will help you to obtain IP address information automatically from your ISP. Use this option if your ISP didn’t provide you with IP address information and/or a username and password. Host Name: (Optional) Required by some ISPs. Primary DNS (Optional) Fill in with IP address of primary Server: DNS server. Secondary DNS (Optional) Fill in with IP address of secondary Server: DNS server.
Section 3 - Configuration PPPoE Choose this Internet connection if your ISP provides you with a PPPoE account. Username: The username/account name that your ISP provides to you for PPPoE dial-up. Password: Password that your ISP provides to you for PPPoE dial-up. Verify Password: Fill in with the same password in Password field. Service Name: (Optional) Fill in if provided by your ISP. IP Address: (Optional) Fill in if provided by your ISP. If not, keep the default value.
Section 3 - Configuration PPTP Choose this Internet connection if your ISP provides you PPTP account. Address Mode: Choose Static IP only if your ISP assigns you an IP address. Otherwise, please choose Dynamic IP. PPTP IP Address: Enter the information provided by your ISP. (Only applicable for Static IP PPTP.) PPTP Subnet Enter the information provided by your ISP. Mask: (Only applicable for Static IP PPTP.) PPTP Gateway Enter the information provided by your ISP.
Section 3 - Configuration L2TP Choose this Internet connection if your ISP provides you L2TP account. Address Mode: Choose Static IP only if your ISP assigns you an IP address. Otherwise, please choose Dynamic IP. L2TP IP Address: Enter the information provided by your ISP. (Only applicable for Static IP L2TP.) L2TP Subnet Enter the information provided by your ISP. Mask: (Only applicable for Static IP L2TP.) L2TP Gateway IP Enter the information provided by your ISP.
Section 3 - Configuration 3G / 4G LTE Choose this Internet connection if you already use a SIM card for 3G/4G LTE Internet service from your mobile service provider company. The fields here may not be necessary for your connection. The information on this page should only be used if required by your service provider. Username: (Optional) Fill in only if requested by ISP. Password: (Optional) Fill in only if requested by ISP. Dialed Number: Enter the number to be dialed.
Section 3 - Configuration Static IP Choose this Internet connection if your ISP assigns you a static IP address. IP Address: Enter the IP address assigned to your network connection. Subnet Mask: Enter the subnet mask. Default Gateway: Enter the default gateway. Primary DNS Enter the primary DNS server. Server: Secondary DNS Enter the secondary DNS server. Server: MTU: You may need to change the Maximum Transmission Unit (MTU) for optimal performance. The default value is 1500.
Section 3 - Configuration Failover Setting This connection can serve as a backup for your default connection. Failover Type: This option can be set to either Load Sharing or to Failover. With Load Sharing, the data usage is distributed evenly over the two different internet connections. With Failover, the secondary Internet connection will be in standby mode, until the primary Internet connection fails.
Section 3 - Configuration Wireless Connection Setup Wizard This section will help you to manually configure the wireless settings of your router. Please note that changes made on this section may also need to be duplicated on your wireless devices and clients. The Wireless Settings page allows you to configure how your router connects to the Internet. There are several ways to set up your wireless connection.
Section 3 - Configuration This wizard will guide you through a step-by-step process to configure your D-Link router’s wireless . Click Next to continue. Note: While using the wizard, you can click Prev to go back to the previous page or you can click Cancel to close the wizard Enter a name for your wireless network, then click Next to continue.
Section 3 - Configuration Select a level of wireless security to use, then click Next to continue. If you chose BEST or BETTER, select whether to use TKIP or AES encryption, then enter a password to use for your wireless network. It is recommended that you use AES if your wireless computers and devices support it, as it is more secure. Click Next to continue.
Section 3 - Configuration If you chose GOOD, select whether to use a HEX or ASCII password, then enter a password to use for your wireless network. If you choose HEX, you will need to enter a 10 or 26 digit password using only hex characters (0-9, A-F). If you choose ASCII, the password can be between 5 to 13 alphanumeric characters. Click Next to continue. This completes the Wireless Connection Setup Wizard. Click Save to save your changes and reboot the router.
Section 3 - Configuration Wireless Settings This section will help you to manually configure the wireless settings of your router. Please note that changes made on this section may also need to be duplicated on your Wireless Client. Enable Wireless: Select this checkbox to enable wireless access. When you set this option, the following parameters take effect. Wireless Network Also known as the SSID (Service Set Identifier), Name: this is the name of your Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN).
Section 3 - Configuration Security Mode: This device supports three wireless security modes, WEP, WPA-Personal, WPA-Enterprise or None. WEP is the original wireless encryption standard. WPA provides a higher level of security and WPAPersonal does not require an authentication server. When WPA-Enterprise is enabled, the router uses EAP (802.1x) to authenticate clients via a remote RADIUS server. Click Save Settings to save your changes, or click Don’t Save Settings to discard your changes.
Section 3 - Configuration If you choose WPA-Personal, the following options will appear: WPA Mode: Select whether to use WPA2 only or WPA only. WPA2 only is the most secure, provided that all of your clients can support it. Cipher Type: Select whether to use the TKIP or AES cipher. The AES cipher is the most secure, provided that all of your clients can support it. Network Key: Enter the key/password you want to use for your wireless network.
Section 3 - Configuration If you choose WPA-Enterprise, the following options will appear: WPA Mode: Select whether to use WPA2 only or WPA only. WPA2 only is the most secure, provided that all of your clients can support it. Cipher Type: Select whether to use the TKIP or AES cipher. The AES cipher is the most secure, provided that all of your clients can support it. RADIUS Server IP Enter the IP address of your RADIUS server. Address: RADIUS Server Enter the port used for your RADIUS server.
Section 3 - Configuration Wi-Fi Protected Setup Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) System is a simplified method for securing your wireless network during the “Initial setup” as well as the “Add New Device” processes. The process is just as easy as pressing a button for the Push-Button Method or correctly entering an 8-digit code. Enable: Enable/disable the Wi-Fi Protected Setup feature. AP PIN: Shows the current PIN. Generate New Create a random number that is a valid PIN. This PIN: becomes the router’s PIN.
Section 3 - Configuration Network Settings Router Settings This section will help you to change the internal network settings of your router and to configure the DHCP Server settings. Router IP Enter the IP address of the router. The default Address: IP address is 192.168.0.1. If you change the IP address, you will need to enter the new IP address in your browser in order to access the web-based configuration utility. Default Subnet Enter the Subnet Mask of the router.
Section 3 - Configuration DHCP Server Settings The DWR-116 has a built-in DHCP (Dynamic Host Control Protocol) server. The DHCP server assigns IP addresses to devices on the network that request them. By default, the DHCP Server is enabled on the device. The DHCP address pool contains a range of IP addresses, which are automatically assigned to the clients on the network. Enable DHCP Select this box to enable the DHCP server on Server: your router.
Section 3 - Configuration Advanced Virtual Server The device can be configured as a virtual server so that users can access services such as Web or FTP via the public (WAN) IP address of the router. Well-known This contains a list of pre-defined services. Services: Copy to: Copies the rule to the line of the specified ID. Use schedule You may select Always On or choose the number rule: of a schedule rule that you have defined. ID: Identifies the virtual server.
Section 3 - Configuration Application Rules Some applications require multiple connections, such as Internet gaming, video conferencing, Internet telephony and others. These applications have difficulties working through NAT (Network Address Translation). Application Rules allow some of these applications work with the DWR-116. Popular Select from a list of popular applications. Applications: Copy to ID: Copies the predefined application rule to the line of the specified ID. ID: Identifies the rule.
Section 3 - Configuration QoS Engine The QoS Engine improves your online experience by ensuring that certain applications traffic is prioritized over other network traffic, such as FTP or Web. For best performance, use the Automatic Classification option to automatically set the priority for the applications. Enable QoS Select this box to enable the QoS Packet Filter. Packet Filter: Upstream Specify the maximum upstream bandwidth here Bandwidth: (e.g. 400 kbps). ID: Identifies the rule.
Section 3 - Configuration MAC Address Filter The MAC (Media Access Controller) Address Filter option is used to control network access based on the MAC Address of the network adapter. A MAC address is a unique ID assigned by the manufacturer of the network adapter. This feature can be configured to ALLOW or DENY network/Internet access. MAC Address Select this box to enable MAC filtering.
Section 3 - Configuration URL Filter URL Filter allows you to set up a list of websites that will be blocked from users on your network. URL Filtering: Select this box to enable URL Filtering. ID: Identifies the rule. URL: Enter URL that you would like to block. Enable: Click to enable the specific URL filter. Click Save Settings to save your changes, or click Don’t Save Settings to discard your changes.
Section 3 - Configuration Outbound Filter Outbound Filter enables you to control what packets are allowed to pass through the router. Outbound filter applies on all outbound packets. Outbound Filter: Select this box to Enable the filter. Use Schedule You may select Always On or choose the Rule: number of a schedule rule that you have defined. Copy to ID: Copies the predefined filter to the specified ID ID: Identifies the filter.
