D-Link DIR-601 User Manual
Preface
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1.1 March 24, 2010 • Updated with minor changes
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
Preface ..........................................................................................i
Manual Revisions ........................................................................... i
Trademarks ...................................................................................... i
Product Overview ......................................................................1
Package Contents .........................................................................1
System Requirements ................................................................. 2
Features ............................................................................................ 3
Hardware Overview ..................................................................... 4
Connections ...........................................................................4
LEDs ........................................................................................... 5
Installation ..................................................................................6
Before you Begin ........................................................................... 6
Wireless Installation Considerations ...................................... 7
Network Diagram ......................................................................... 8
Desktop Computer ....................................................................8
Web-based Conguration Utility ..........................................19
Internet Connection Setup Wizard ...............................20
Manual Conguration .......................................................25
Dynamic (Cable) .............................................................25
Dynamic IP Address (DHCP) .......................................26
PPPoE (DSL) ......................................................................27
PPTP ....................................................................................29
L2TP ....................................................................................31
Static IP Address .............................................................33
Wireless Settings .................................................................35
Manual Wireless Network Setup ..............................36
Network Settings ................................................................38
DHCP Server Settings ...................................................39
DHCP Reservation .........................................................40
Virtual Server ........................................................................41
Port Forwarding ..................................................................43
Application Rules ................................................................44
Wireless Laptop .........................................................................8
DIR-601 Router ...........................................................................8
Internet ........................................................................................8
Connect to Cable/DSL/Satellite Modem .............................. 9
Connect to Another Router ....................................................10
Getting Started ............................................................................12
Conguration .......................................................................... 13
Quick Setup Wizard ....................................................................13
QoS Engine............................................................................45
Network Filters .....................................................................46
Access Control .....................................................................47
Access Control Wizard ..................................................47
Website Filters ......................................................................50
Inbound Filters.....................................................................51
Firewall Settings ..................................................................52
Routing ...................................................................................53
Advanced Wireless Settings ............................................54
Advanced Network Settings ...........................................55
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Administrator Settings ......................................................56
Time Settings .......................................................................58
SysLog .....................................................................................59
E-mail Settings .....................................................................60
System Settings ...................................................................61
Update Firmware ................................................................62
DDNS .......................................................................................63
System Check .......................................................................64
Schedules ..............................................................................65
Device Information ............................................................66
Log ...........................................................................................68
Stats .........................................................................................69
Internet Sessions .................................................................70
Routing Table .......................................................................72
Wireless ..................................................................................73
Support ..................................................................................74
Congure WPA-PSK ............................................................90
Troubleshooting ..................................................................... 92
Wireless Basics ........................................................................ 96
What is Wireless? .........................................................................97
Wireless Modes ......................................................................... 100
Networking Basics ................................................................ 101
Check your IP address ............................................................ 101
Statically Assign an IP address ............................................ 102
Technical Specications ......................................................103
Contacting Technical Support ............................................ 104
Warranty ................................................................................. 105
Registration ........................................................................... 111
Wireless Security ..................................................................... 75
What is WPA? ................................................................................75
Wireless Connection Setup Wizard ......................................76
Add Wireless Device with WPS Wizard ................................78
Congure WPA-Personal (PSK) ...............................................79
Congure WPA-Enterprise (RADIUS) ....................................80
Connect to a Wireless Network ............................................ 82
Using Windows® 7 .......................................................................82
Using Windows Vista® ................................................................85
Congure WPA/WPA2 ........................................................86
Connect Using WCN 2.0 ...................................................88
Using Windows® XP ....................................................................89
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Section 1 - Product Overview
Product Overview
Package Contents
D-Link DIR-601 Wireless N
150 Home Router
Power Adapter
Ethernet Cable
CD-ROM
Note: Using a power supply with a dierent voltage rating than the one included with the DIR-601 will cause damage and void the
warranty for this product.
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System Requirements
Network Requirements
• An Ethernet-based Cable or DSL modem
• IEEE 802.11n/g wireless clients
• 10/100 Ethernet
Computer with the following:
• Windows®, Macintosh
• An installed Ethernet adapter
Browser Requirements:
Web-based Conguration
Utility Requirements
CD Installation Wizard
Requirements
• Internet Explorer® 6.0 and higher
• Mozilla Firefox 3.0 and higher
• Google™ Chrome 2.0 and higher
• Apple Safari 3.0 and higher
Windows® Users: Make sure you have the latest version of
Java installed. Visit www.java.com to download the latest
version.
Computer with the following:
• Windows® XP with Service Pack 2, Vista® or Windows® 7
• An installed Ethernet adapter
• CD-ROM drive
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• Faster Wireless Networking - The DIR-601 provides up to 150Mbps.* This capability allows users to participate in real-time activities
online, such as video streaming, online gaming, and real-time audio.
• Compatible with 802.11g Devices - The DIR-601 is still fully compatible with the IEEE 802.11g standard, so it can connect with
existing 802.11g PCI, USB and Cardbus adapters.
• Advanced Firewall Features - The Web-based user interface displays a number of advanced network management features
including:
• Content Filtering - Easily applied content ltering based on MAC Address, URL, and/or Domain Name.
• Filter Scheduling - These lters can be scheduled to be active on certain days or for a duration of hours or
minutes.
Features
• Secure Multiple/Concurrent Sessions - The DIR-601 can pass through VPN sessions. It supports multiple and
concurrent IPSec and PPTP sessions, so users behind the DIR-601 can securely access corporate networks.
• User-friendly Setup Wizard - Through its easy-to-use Web-based user interface, you can congure your router to your specic
settings within minutes.
* Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11g and 802.11n specications. Actual data throughput will vary. Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume
of network trac, building materials and construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate. Environmental conditions will adversely aect wireless signal range.
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Hardware Overview
Connections
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1 LAN Ports (1-4) Connect Ethernet devices such as computers, switches, and hubs.
2 Internet Port
3 Power Receptor The Power LED will illuminate red when the camera is receiving power.
4 Reset Pressing the Reset button restores the router to its original factory default settings.
The auto MDI/MDIX Internet port is the connection for the Ethernet cable to the cable or DSL
modem.
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Hardware Overview
LEDs
3
1 2
1 Power LED A solid light indicates a proper connection to the power supply.
2 Internet LED A solid light indicates connection on the Internet port. This LED blinks during data transmission.
3 WLAN LED
4 Local Network LEDs
A solid light indicates that the wireless segment is ready. This LED blinks during wireless data
transmission.
A solid light indicates a connection to an Ethernet-enabled computer on ports 1-4. This LED
blinks during data transmission.
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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 congure the router with the computer that was last connected directly to your modem.
• You can only use the Ethernet port on your modem. If you were using the USB connection before using the router, then you must
turn o your modem, disconnect the USB cable and connect an Ethernet cable to the Internet port on the router, and then turn
the modem back on. In some cases, you may need to call your ISP to change connection types (USB to Ethernet).
• If you have DSL and are connecting via PPPoE, make sure you disable or uninstall any PPPoE software such as WinPoet, Broadjump,
or Enternet 300 from your computer or you will not be able to connect to the Internet.
• When running the Setup Wizard from the D-Link CD, make sure the computer you are running the CD from is connected to the
Internet and online or the wizard will not work. If you have disconnected any hardware, re-connect your computer back to the
modem and make sure you are online.
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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. Typical ranges vary depending on the types of materials and background RF (radio frequency) noise in your
home or business. The key to maximizing wireless range is to follow these basic guidelines:
1. Keep the number of walls and ceilings between the D-Link router and other network devices to a minimum - each wall or ceiling
can reduce your adapter’s range from 3-90 feet (1-30 meters.) Position your devices so that the number of walls or ceilings is
minimized.
2. Be aware of the direct line between network devices. A wall that is 1.5 feet thick (.5 meters), at a 45-degree angle appears to be
almost 3 feet (1 meter) thick. At a 2-degree angle it looks over 42 feet (14 meters) thick! Position devices so that the signal will
travel straight through a wall or ceiling (instead of at an angle) for better reception.
3. Building Materials make a dierence. A solid metal door or aluminum studs may have a negative eect on range. Try to position
access points, wireless routers, and computers so that the signal passes through drywall or open doorways. Materials and objects
such as glass, steel, metal, walls with insulation, water (sh tanks), mirrors, le cabinets, brick, and concrete will degrade your
wireless signal.
4. Keep your product away (at least 3-6 feet or 1-2 meters) from electrical devices or appliances that generate RF noise.
5. If you are using 2.4GHz cordless phones or X-10 (wireless products such as ceiling fans, lights, and home security systems), your
wireless connection may degrade dramatically or drop completely. Make sure your 2.4GHz phone base is as far away from your
wireless devices as possible. The base transmits a signal even if the phone in not in use.
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1 2 LAN 3 4 INTERNET
RESET
INTERNET
Network Diagram
Desktop Computer
Wireless Laptop
DIR-601 Router
Internet
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Connect to Cable/DSL/Satellite Modem
If you are connecting the router to a cable/DSL/satellite modem, please follow the steps below:
1. Place the router in an open and central location. Do not plug the power adapter into the router.
2. Turn the power o on your modem. If there is no on/o switch, then unplug the modem’s power adapter. Shut down your computer.
3. Unplug the Ethernet cable (that connects your computer to your modem) from your computer and place it into the Internet port on the router.
4. Plug an Ethernet cable into one of the four LAN ports on the router. Plug the other end into the Ethernet port on your computer.
5. Turn on or plug in your modem. Wait for the modem to boot (about 30 seconds).
6. Plug the power adapter to the router and connect to an outlet or power strip. Wait about 30 seconds for the router to boot.
7. Turn on your computer.
8. Verify the link lights on the router. The power light, Internet light, and the LAN light (the port that your computer is plugged into) should be lit.
If not, make sure your computer, modem, and router are powered on and verify the cable connections are correct.
9. Skip to page 12 to congure your router.
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Connect to Another Router
If you are connecting the D-Link router to another router to use as a wireless access point and/or switch, you will have to do the following before
connecting the router to your network:
• Disable UPnP™
• Disable DHCP
• Change the LAN IP address to an available address on your network. The LAN ports on the router cannot accept a DHCP address
from your other router.
To connect to another router, please follow the steps below:
1. Plug the power into the router. Connect one of your computers to the router (LAN port) using an Ethernet cable. Make sure your IP address on
the computer is 192.168.0.xxx (where xxx is between 2 and 254). Please see the Networking Basics section for more information. If you need
to change the settings, write down your existing settings before making any changes. In most cases, your computer should be set to receive an
IP address automatically in which case you will not have to do anything to your computer.
2. Open a web browser and enter http://192.168.0.1 and press Enter. When the login window appears, set the user name to Admin and leave
the password box empty. Click Log In to continue.
3. Click on Advanced and then click Advanced Network. Uncheck the Enable UPnP checkbox. Click Save Settings to continue.
4. Click Setup and then click Network Settings. Uncheck the Enable DHCP Server server checkbox. Click Save Settings to continue.
5. Under Router Settings, enter an available IP address and the subnet mask of your network. Click Save Settings to save your settings. Use this
new IP address to access the conguration utility of the router in the future. Close the browser and change your computer’s IP settings back to
the original values as in Step 1.
6. Disconnect the Ethernet cable from the router and reconnect your computer to your network.
7. Connect an Ethernet cable in one of the LAN ports of the router and connect it to your other router. Do not plug anything into the Internet port
of the D-Link router.
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8. You may now use the other 3 LAN ports to connect other Ethernet devices and computers. To congure your wireless network, open a web
browser and enter the IP address you assigned to the router. Refer to the Conguration and Wireless Security sections for more information
on setting up your wireless network.
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Getting Started
The DIR-601 includes a Quick Router Setup Wizard CD. Follow the simple steps below to run the Setup Wizard to guide you quickly through the
installation process. You may manually congure your router without the wizard. Refer to the next page to manually setup your router.
Insert the Quick Router Setup Wizard CD in the CD-ROM drive. The step-by-step instructions that follow are shown in Windows® XP or Vista®.
The steps and screens are similar for the other Windows® operating systems.
If the CD autorun function does not automatically start on your computer, go to Start > Run. In the run box type “D:\autorun.exe” (where D:
represents the drive letter of your CD-ROM drive).
When the autorun screen appears, click Install and follow the on-screen instructions.
Note: It is recommended to write down the login password on the provided CD holder.
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Conguration
This section will show you how to congure your new D-Link wireless router using the web-based conguration utility.
Note: If you have successfully completed the setup on your router with the CD, the Quick Setup Wizard will not appear. Please refer
to page 20.
Quick Setup Wizard
To access the conguration utility, open a web-browser such as
Internet Explorer and enter the IP address of the router (192.168.0.1).
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This wizard is designed to guide you through a step-by
step process to congure your new D-Link router and
connect to the Internet.
Click Next to continue.
Select your time zone from the drop-down menu and
click Next to continue.
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In order to secure your new networking device, please
enter a password and click Next.
Select Enable Advanced DNS Services to allow this
function to improve your overall Internet experience.
Click Next to continue.
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Please wait while your router detects your internet
connection type.
Select your Internet connection type and click Next to
continue.
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If you selected DHCP Connection, make suer that you
are connected to the D-Link router with the PC that was
originally connected to your broadband connection.
Then, click the Clone MAC button to copy your
computer’s MAC address. Click Next to continue.
Please give your network a name using up to 32 characters.
It is highly recommended that you have a security key for
your network. If you would like the router to automatically
assign a security key, choose Automatically assign a
network key or you may choose Manually assign a
network key and you may enter your own Network key.
Click Next to continue.
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Once this screen appears, your setup is complete. Click
Save & Connect to reboot the router.
Before your router reboots, you will be asked if you want
to bookmark ‘D-Link Router Web Management,” click
Ok to nish.
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Web-based Conguration Utility
To access the conguration utility, open a web-browser such as
Internet Explorer and enter the IP address of the router (192.168.0.1).
Select Admin from the drop-down menu and then enter your
password. Leave the password blank by default.
If you get a Page Cannot be Displayed error, please refer to the
Troubleshooting section for assistance.
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Internet Connection Setup Wizard
Once logged into the web interface of the router, the Setup > Internet page will appear. Click the Internet Connection Setup Wizard button to
quickly congure your router using the setup wizard.
If you want to enter your settings without running the wizard, click Manual Internet Conguration Wizard.
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Click Next to continue.
Create a new password and then click Next to continue.
Select your time zone from the drop-down menu and then click
Next to continue.
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Select the type of Internet connection you use and then click
Next to continue.
If you selected Dynamic, you may need to enter the MAC address
of the computer that was last connected directly to your modem.
If you are currently using that computer, click Clone Your PC’s
MAC Address and then click Next to continue.
The Host Name is optional but may be required by some ISPs.
The default host name is the device name of the Router and may
be changed.
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If you selected PPPoE, enter your PPPoE username and password.
Click Next to cozntinue.
Select Static if your ISP assigned you the IP address, subnet mask,
gateway, and DNS server addresses.
Note: Make sure to remove your PPPoE software from your computer.
The software is no longer needed and will not work through a
router.
If you selected PPTP, enter your PPTP username and password.
Click Next to continue.
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If you selected L2TP, enter your L2TP username and password.
Click Next to continue.
If you selected Static, enter your network settings supplied by
your Internet provider. Click Next to continue.
Click Connect to save your settings. Once the router is nished
rebooting, click Continue. Please allow 1-2 minutes to connect.
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Manual Conguration
Dynamic (Cable)
If you opt to set up your Internet connection manually, you will be redirected to a WAN page that allows you to select your Internet type and enter
the correct conguration parameters.
Select your Internet connection type using the “My Internet
Connection is” drop-down menu.
Click the Save Settings button when you have congured the
connection.
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Dynamic IP Address (DHCP)
Enable
Advanced
DNS Service:
Host Name:
Use
Unicasting:
Advanced Domain Name System (DNS) services
enhances your Internet performance by getting
you the information and web pages you are looking
for faster and more reliably. In addition, it improves
your overall Internet experience by correcting many
common typo mistakes automatically, taking you
where you intended to go and saving you valuable
time.
Disclaimer: D-Link makes no warranty as to the
availability, reliability, functionality and operation of
the Advanced DNS service or its features.
The Host Name is optional but may be required
by some ISPs.
Check the box if you are having problems obtaining
an IP address from your ISP.
DNS Addresses:
MTU:
MAC
Address:
Enter the Primary DNS server IP address assigned
by your ISP.
Maximum Transmission Unit - you may need to change the MTU for optimal performance with your specic ISP. 1500 is the default
MTU.
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 Your PC’s MAC Address button to
replace the Internet port’s MAC address with the MAC address of your Ethernet card.
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