
Package Contents
• D-Link DIR-451 Mobile Router
• Power Adapter
• Ethernet Cable
• Manual and Warranty on CD
Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage rating than the one included with
the DIR-451 will cause damage and void the warranty for this product.
If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller.
System Requirements
• A compatible 32-bit PCMCIA (UMTS or HSDPA) card with service*
• Computers with Windows®, Macintosh®, or Linux-based operating systems
with an installed Ethernet adapter
• Internet Explorer Version 6.0 or Netscape Navigator™ Version 6.0 and
above (for configuration)
* Subject to services and service terms available from you carrier.
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Connect to your network
Note: Ensure that power to your DIR-451 Mobile Router is not connected
before performing the installation steps below.
32-bit PCMCIA (UMTS or HSDPA) Card Connection
1. Attach the antenna.
a. Remove the antenna from its plastic wrapper.
b. Screw the antenna in a clockwise direction to the back
panel of the unit.
c. Once secured, position the antenna upward at its
connecting joint. This will ensure optimal reception.
2. Insert your wireless 32-bit PCMCIA (UMTS or HSDPA) Card into the
Internet Card Slot on the back of the router.
3. Insert the Ethernet cable into LAN Port 1 on the back panel of the DIR-451
Mobile Router, and an available Ethernet port on the network adapter in
the computer you will use to configure this unit.
Note: The DIR-451 Mobile Router LAN Ports are “Auto-MDI/MDIX.” This
provides either patch or crossover Ethernet cable LAN Port access.
4. Connect the power adapter to the receptor on the back panel of your
DIR-451 Mobile Router. Then plug the other end of the power adapter
into a wall outlet or power strip.
a. The Power LED will turn ON to indicate power has been
applied.
b. Other LEDs will flash ON and OFF as the DIR-451
Mobile Router performs initialization and Inter net
connection processes. This will take a few minutes.
c. When complete, the following LEDs will illuminate blue:
Power, Status, Internet, WLAN, and LAN Port 1 (or your
specific LAN Port connection).
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Using the Setup Wizard
Open your web browser and
type http://192.168.0.1 into the
URL address box. Press Enter.
The logon pop-up screen will appear:
Ty p e a d m i n fo r the
username and leave the
password blank. Click Log
In to continue.
Once you have logged in, the Setup screen will appear:
Click Setup Wizard
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Click Launch Internet Connection Setup Wizard to begin.
Click Launch Internet Connection
Setup Wizard to begin.
Click Next to continue.
Click Next
Create a new password and then click Next to continue.
Click Next
Select your time zone from the drop-down menu and then click Next to
continue.
Click Next
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Select the ISP Card from the drop-down list and then click Username /
Password Connection (WWAN). Click Next to continue.
Click Next
Enter your WWAN user name, password, and server information. If you do
not have this information, please contact your ISP.
Click Next
Click Connect to save your settings. Once the router is finished rebooting,
click Continue. Please allow 1-2 minutes to connect.
Click Connect
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Notes
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Technical Support
D-Link’s website contains the latest user documentation and
software updates for D-Link products.
U.S. and Canadian customers can contact D-Link Technical
Support through our website or by phone.
United States
Telephone
(877) 45-DLink
(877) 453-5465
World Wide Web
http://support.dlink.com
Canada
Telephone
(800) 361-5265
World Wide Web
http://support.dlink.com
Version 1.1
March 5, 2007
Copyright ©2006-2007 D-Link Corporation/D-Link Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. D-Link and the D-Link logo are registered
trademarks of D-Link Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States and other countries. Other trademarks are the property
of their respective owners. Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11g specifications. Actual data
throughput will vary. Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of network traffic, building materials
and construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate. Environmental factors will adversely affect wireless
signal range. Product specifications, size and shape are subject to change without notice, and actual product appearance may
differ from that depicted on the packaging. Visit www.dlink.com for more details.
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