D Link DIR601A1 User Manual

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 Description

1.0 October 8, 2009 • Revision A1 with ﬁrmware version 1.00

Trademarks

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Table of Contents

Preface............................................................................i

Manual Revisions Trademarks

Product.Overview.........................................................1

Package Contents....................................................1

System Requirements Features Hardware Overview

Connections LEDs

Installation.....................................................................6

Before you Begin Wireless Installation Considerations Network Diagram Connect to Cable/DSL/Satellite Modem Connect to Another Router Getting Started

Conﬁguration..............................................................13

Web-based Conﬁguration Utility

Internet Connection Setup Wizard Manual Conﬁguration

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Dynamic IP Address (DHCP) PPPoE (DSL) PPTP

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L2TP Static IP Address

Wireless Settings

Manual Wireless Network Setup

Network Settings

DHCP Server Settings

DHCP Reservation Virtual Server Port Forwarding Application Rules QoS Engine Network Filters Access Control

Access Control Wizard Website Filters Inbound Filters Firewall Settings Routing Advanced Wireless Settings Advanced Network Settings

UPnP

Internet Ping Block

Internet Port Speed

Multicast Streams IPv6

Link-Local Connectivity

Static IPv6 (Stateful)

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Static IPv6 (Stateless) ..................................53

DHCPv6 (Stateful) DHCPv6 (Stateless) IPv6 over PPPoE (Stateful) IPv6 over PPPoE (Stateless) 6 to 4 Tunneling (Stateful) 6 to 4 Tunneling (Stateless) IPv6 in IPv4 Tunneling (Stateful)

IPv6 in IPv4 Tunneling (Stateless) Administrator Settings Time Settings SysLog

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E-mail Settings

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System Settings Update Firmware DDNS System Check Schedules

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What is WPA? Wireless Connection Setup Wizard Add Wireless Device with WPS Wizard Conﬁgure WPA-Personal (PSK) Conﬁgure WPA-Enterprise (RADIUS)

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Connect.to.a.Wireless.Network.................................90

Using Windows Vista

Conﬁgure WPA/WPA2 Connect Using WCN 2.0

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Conﬁgure WPA-PSK

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Troubleshooting..........................................................97

Wireless.Basics........................................................101

What is Wireless?

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Tips Wireless Modes

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Device Information

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Log Stats

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Internet Sessions Routing Table Wireless IPv6 Support

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Wireless.Security........................................................83

Networking.Basics...................................................106

Check your IP address Statically Assign an IP address

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Technical.Speciﬁcations..........................................108

Contacting.Technical.Support.................................109

Warranty....................................................................110

Registration...............................................................116

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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 different 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

Web-based.Conﬁguration.

Utility.Requirements

• An Ethernet-based Cable or DSL modem

• IEEE 802.11n-draft/g wireless clients

• 10/100 Ethernet

Computer.with.the.following:

• Windows®, Macintosh, or Linux-based operating system

• An installed Ethernet adapter

Browser.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

CD.Installation.Wizard.

Requirements

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 or Vista

• 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 ﬁltering based on MAC Address, URL, and/or

• Domain Name.

Filter.Scheduling - These ﬁlters 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, the DIR-601 lets you control what information is accessible to those on the wireless network, whether from the Internet or from your company’s server. Conﬁgure your router to your speciﬁc settings within minutes.

* Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11g and Draft 802.11n 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 conditions will adversely affect wireless signal range.

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Hardware Overview

Connections

Internet.Port The auto MDI/MDIX Internet port is the connection for the Ethernet cable to the cable or DSL modem.

Power.Receptor

Receptor for the supplied power adapter.

LAN.Ports.(1-4) Connect Ethernet devices such as computers, switches, and hubs.

Reset Pressing the Reset button restores the router to its original factory default settings.

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Internet.LED A solid light indicates connection on the Internet port. This LED blinks during data transmission.

Hardware Overview

LEDs

WLAN.LED A solid light indicates that the wireless segment is ready. This LED blinks during wireless data transmission.

Power.LED A solid light indicates a proper connection to the power supply.

Local.Network.LEDs.

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 conﬁgure 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 off 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:

. 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.

. 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.

. Building Materials make a difference. A solid metal door or aluminum studs may have a negative effect 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 (ﬁsh tanks), mirrors, ﬁle cabinets, brick, and concrete will degrade your wireless signal.

. Keep your product away (at least 3-6 feet or 1-2 meters) from electrical devices or appliances that

generate RF noise.

. 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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Network Diagram

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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 off on your modem. If there is no on/off 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 conﬁgure 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 conﬁguration 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.

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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.

8. You may now use the other 3 LAN ports to connect other Ethernet devices and computers. To conﬁgure your wireless network, open a web browser and enter the IP address you assigned to the router. Refer to the Conﬁguration 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 conﬁgure your router without the wizard. Refer to the next page to manually setup your router.

Insert the in Windows

If the CD autorun function does not automatically start on your computer, go to Start > Run. In the run box type “D:\DIR601.exe” (where D: represents the drive letter of your CD-ROM drive).

When the autorun screen appears, click and follow the on-screen instructions.

Quick.Router.Setup.Wizard.CD in the CD-ROM drive. The step-by-step instructions that follow are shown

XP or Vista®. The steps and screens are similar for the other Windows® operating systems.

Install.Router.

Note: It is recommended to write down the login password on the provided CD holder.

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Conﬁguration

This section will show you how to conﬁgure your new D-Link wireless 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 (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 conﬁgure your router using the setup wizard.

If you want to enter your settings without running the wizard, click Manual.Internet.Conﬁguration.Wizard and skip to page 19.

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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 continue.

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 ﬁnished rebooting, click Continue. Please allow 1-2 minutes to connect.

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Manual Conﬁguration

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 conﬁguration parameters.

Select your Internet connection type using the “ Internet.Connection.is” drop-down menu.

Click the Save.Settings button when you have conﬁgured the connection.

My.

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Dynamic IP Address (DHCP)

Enable

Advanced

DNS Service:

Host Name:

Use Unicasting:

DNS Addresses:

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.

Enter the Primary DNS server IP address assigned by your ISP.

MTU:

MAC Address:

Maximum Transmission Unit - you may need to change the MTU for optimal performance with your speciﬁc 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

MAC.Address button to replace the Internet port’s MAC address with the MAC address of your Ethernet card.

Clone.Your.PC’s.

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PPPoE (DSL)

Choose PPPoE (Point to Point Protocol over Ethernet) if your ISP uses a PPPoE connection. Your ISP will provide you with a username and password. This option is typically used for DSL services. Make sure to remove your PPPoE software from your computer. The software is no longer needed and will not work through a router.

My Internet

Connection:

Enable Advanced

DNS Service:

Address Mode:

Select information automatically from your ISP. Select this option if your ISP does not give you any IP numbers to use. This option is commonly used for Cable modem services.

Disclaimer: D-Link makes no warranty as to the availability, reliability, functionality and operation of the Advanced DNS service or its features.

Select Static if your ISP assigned you the IP address, subnet mask, gateway, and DNS server addresses. In most cases, select Dynamic.

Dynamic.IP.(DHCP) to obtain IP Address

IP Address:

User Name:

Password:

Enter the IP address (Static PPPoE only). Enter your PPPoE user name. Enter your PPPoE password and then retype the

password in the next box.

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Service Name:

Reconnection

Mode:

Maximum Idle

Time:

DNS Addresses:

MTU:

MAC Address:

Enter the ISP Service Name (optional). Select either Always-on, On-Demand, or Manual.

Enter a maximum idle time during which the Internet connection is maintained during inactivity. To disable this feature, enable Auto-reconnect.

Enter the Primary and Secondary DNS Server Addresses (Static PPPoE only). Maximum Transmission Unit - you may need to change the MTU for optimal performance with your speciﬁc ISP. 1492 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

MAC.Address button to replace the Internet port’s MAC address with the MAC address of your Ethernet card.

Clone.Your.PC’s.

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PPTP

Choose PPTP (Point-to-Point-Tunneling Protocol ) if your ISP uses a PPTP connection. Your ISP will provide you with a username and password. This option is typically used for DSL services.

My Internet

Connection:

Enabled

Advanced DNS

Service:

Address Mode:

Select information automatically from your ISP. Select this option if your ISP does not give you any IP numbers to use. This option is commonly used for Cable modem services.

Disclaimer: D-Link makes no warranty as to the availability, reliability, functionality and operation of the Advanced DNS service or its features.

Select Static if your ISP assigned you the IP address, subnet mask, gateway, and DNS server addresses. In most cases, select Dynamic.

Dynamic.IP.(DHCP) to obtain IP Address

PPTP IP

Address:

PPTP Subnet

Mask:

PPTP Gateway:

PPTP Server IP:

Enter the IP address (Static PPTP only).

Enter the Primary and Secondary DNS Server Addresses (Static PPTP only).

Enter the Gateway IP Address provided by your ISP. Enter the Server IP provided by your ISP (optional).

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Username:

Password:

Reconnect

Mode:

Maximum Idle

Time:

DNS Servers:

MTU:

MAC Address:

Enter your PPTP username. Enter your PPTP password and then retype the password in the next box. Select either Always-on, On-Demand, or Manual.

Enter a maximum idle time during which the Internet connection is maintained during inactivity. To disable this feature, enable Auto-reconnect.

The DNS server information will be supplied by your ISP (Internet Service Provider.) Maximum Transmission Unit - you may need to change the MTU for optimal performance with your speciﬁc ISP (1400 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

MAC.Address button to replace the Internet port’s MAC address with the MAC address of your Ethernet card.

Clone.Your.PC’s.

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L2TP

Choose L2TP (Layer 2 Tunneling Protocol) if your ISP uses a L2TP connection. Your ISP will provide you with a username and password. This option is typically used for DSL services.

My Internet

Connection:

Enabled Advanced

DNS Service:

Address Mode:

Select information automatically from your ISP. Select this option if your ISP does not give you any IP numbers to use. This option is commonly used for Cable modem services.

Disclaimer: D-Link makes no warranty as to the availability, reliability, functionality and operation of the Advanced DNS service or its features.

Select Static if your ISP assigned you the IP address, subnet mask, gateway, and DNS server addresses. In most cases, select Dynamic.

Dynamic.IP.(DHCP) to obtain IP Address

L2TP IP Address:

L2TP Subnet Mask:

L2TP Gateway:

Enter the L2TP IP address supplied by your ISP (Static only).

Enter the Subnet Mask supplied by your ISP (Static only).

Enter the Gateway IP Address provided by your ISP.

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L2TP Server IP:

Username:

Password:

Reconnect Mode:

Maximum Idle

Time:

DNS Servers:

MTU:

Clone MAC

Address:

Enter the Server IP provided by your ISP (optional). Enter your L2TP username. Enter your L2TP password and then retype the password in the next box. Select either Always-on, On-Demand, or Manual. Enter a maximum idle time during which the Internet connection is maintained during inactivity. To disable this feature, enable

Auto-reconnect. Enter the Primary and Secondary DNS Server Addresses (Static L2TP only). Maximum Transmission Unit - you may need to change the MTU for optimal performance with your speciﬁc ISP. 1400 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

MAC.Address button to replace the Internet port’s MAC address with the MAC address of your Ethernet card.

Clone.Your.PC’s.

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