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Note: Using a power supply with a dierent voltage rating than the one included with the DIR-640L will cause damage and void the warranty
for this product.
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Section 1 - Product Overview
Network Requirements
Web-based Conguration
Utility Requirements
System Requirements
• An Ethernet-based Cable or DSL modem
• IEEE 802.11n or 802.11g wireless clients
• 10/100 Ethernet
Computer with the following:
• Windows®, Macintosh, or Linux-based operating system
• An installed Ethernet adapter
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• Internet Explorer 7 or higher
• Firefox 12 or higher
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Section 1 - Product Overview
Introduction
ULTIMATE PERFORMANCE
The D-Link Wireless N300 Cloud VPN Router (DIR-640L) is a 802.11n compliant device that delivers real world performance of up to 14x
faster than an 802.11g wireless connection (also faster than a 100Mbps wired Ethernet connection). Create a secure wireless network to
share photos, les, music, video, printers, and network storage throughout your home. Connect the DIR-640L router to a cable or DSL
modem and share your high-speed Internet access with everyone on the network. In addition, this Router includes a Quality of Service
(QoS) engine that keeps digital phone calls (VoIP) and online gaming smooth and responsive, providing a better Internet experience.
EXTENDED WIRELESS COVERAGE
Powered by Wireless N technology, this high performance router provides superior home coverage throughout your home while
reducing dead spots. The router is designed for use in bigger homes and for users who demand higher performance networking. Add a
Wireless N
TOTAL NETWORK SECURITY
The Wireless N router supports all of the latest wireless security features to prevent unauthorized access, be it from over the wireless
network or from the Internet. Support for WPA/WPA2 standards ensure that you’ll be able to use the best possible encryption method,
regardless of your client devices. In addition, this router utilizes dual active rewalls (SPI and NAT) to prevent potential attacks from
across the Internet.
notebook or desktop adapter and stay connected to your network from virtually anywhere in your home.
* Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11a, 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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• Faster Wireless Networking - The DIR-640L provides up to 300Mbps* wireless connection with other 802.11n
wireless clients. This capability allows users to participate in real-time activities online, such as video streaming,
online gaming, and real-time audio. The performance of this 802.11n wireless router gives you the freedom of
wireless networking at speeds 14x faster than 802.11g.
• Compatible with 802.11b/g/n Devices - The DIR-640L is still fully compatible with the IEEE 802.11b, 802.11g,
and 802.11n standards, so it can connect with existing 802.11b, 802.11g, and 802.11n PCI, USB, and Cardbus
adapters
• Advanced Firewall Features - The Web-based user interface displays a number of advanced network
management features including:
• Secure Multiple/Concurrent Sessions - The DIR-640L can pass through VPN sessions. It supports
multiple and concurrent IPSec and PPTP sessions, so users behind the DIR-640L can securely access
corporate networks.
Features
• User-friendly Setup Wizard - Through its easy-to-use Web-based user interface, the DIR-640L lets you control
what information is accessible to those on the wireless network, whether from the Internet or from your company’s
server. Congure your router to your specic settings within minutes.
* Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11g, 802.11a, 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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Section 1 - Product Overview
Hardware Overview
Back
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1COM PortRS-232 COM port for serial port communication and legacy device connectivity.
2LAN Ports (1-4)Connect 10/100 Ethernet devices such as computers, switches, and NAS.
3Internet PortThe auto MDI/MDIX Internet port is the connection for the Ethernet cable to the cable or DSL modem.
4Reset ButtonPressing the Reset button restores the router to its original factory default settings.
5Power ReceptorReceptor for the supplied power adapter.
6Power ButtonTurns the device On/O.
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1Power LEDA solid light indicates a proper connection to the power supply.
2Internet LEDA solid light indicates connection on the Internet port. This LED blinks during data transmission.
3WLAN LED
4LAN LEDs (1-4)
5USB 2.0 portAllows you to connect 3G modems.
A solid light indicates that the 2.4GHz 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.
4
5
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Section 2 - Installation
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.
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Section 2 - Installation
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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Section 2 - Installation
Wall-Mount Kit Installation
The wall-mount kit includes the following items:
- Two 2 cm screws
- Two screw anchors
- One attachment plate
Step 1. Align the attachment plate to your preferred position, and mark the hole positions on the wall, preferably
after you locate one of the studs in the wall.
Step 2. Poke holes into the wall and insert the screw anchors where there is no stud. Check the screw anchors are
securely in place.
Step 3. Securely screw down the attachment plate on the wall.
Wall mount holeWall mount hole
DIR-640L
Step 4. Hang the router on the wall by sliding the tops of the screws through the holes on the bottom of the router
and then slide to lock into position. Conrm the the router is rmly in place.
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Section 2 - Installation
Hardware Setup
1. Turn o and unplug your cable or DSL broadband modem. This is required.
Modem
2. Position your router close to your modem and a computer. Place the router in an open area of your intended
work area for better wireless coverage.
3. Unplug the Ethernet cable from your modem (or existing router if upgrading) that is connected to your computer.
Plug it into the blue port labeled 1 on the back of your router. The router is now connected to your computer.
DIR-640L
COM
POWER
Computer
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POWER
COM
4. Plug one end of the included blue Ethernet cable that came with your router into the yellow port labeled
INTERNET on the back of the router. Plug the other end of this cable into the Ethernet port on your modem.
DIR-640L
COM
POWER
Modem
5. Reconnect the power adapter to your cable or DSL broadband modem and wait for two minutes.
6. Connect the supplied power adapter into the power port on the back of the router and then plug it into a power
outlet or surge protector. Press the power button and verify that the power LED is lit. Allow 1 minute for the
router to boot up.
DIR-640L
7. If you are connecting to a Broadband service that uses a dynamic connection (not PPPoE), you may be online
already. Try opening a web browser and enter a web site. If you connect, you are nished with your Internet setup.
Please skip to page 13 to congure your router and use the manual setup procedure to congure your network
and wireless settings. If you did not connect to the Internet, use the D-Link Setup Wizard (refer to page 15).
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Section 3 - Conguration
Conguration
Web Setup Wizard
Open your web browser and the setup wizard will automatically launch.
Step 1: The Welcome screen will appear. Click Next to continue.
Step 2: The router will automatically detect your Internet connection type.
Step 3: If the router could not automatically detect your connection type,
select your connection type and click Next to continue.
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If you selected PPPoE, enter your PPPoE username and password. Click
Next to continue.
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 settings supplied by your ISP and your
PPTP username and password. Click Next to continue.
If you selected L2TP, enter your L2TP settings supplied by your ISP and your
L2TP username and password. Click Next to continue.
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If you selected Static, enter your network settings supplied by your Internet
provider. Click Next to continue.
Step 4: Create a name for your wireless network (SSID), create a password
for your wireless network (Wi-Fi password), and then click Next to continue.
Step 5: Create a new password and then click Next to continue.
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Step 6: Select your time zone from the drop-down menu and then click
Next to continue.
Step 7: Your setup is complete. Click Save to continue.
Step 8: You may bookmark the router’s web UI by clicking OK. If you do
not want to bookmark the link, click Cancel.
The router will reboot. Please allow 1-2 minutes.
Close your browser window and reopen it to test your Internet connection.
It may take a few tries to initially connect to the Internet.
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Section 3 - Conguration
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 (http://192.168.0.1 or
use http://dlinkrouter.local.).
Select Admin from the drop-down menu and the password should be left empty.
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Internet Connection Setup
Use this tab to choose if you want to follow the simple steps
of the Connection Setup Wizard, or if you want to set up your
Internet connection manually.
Click Next to begin the Setup Wizard.
Internet Connection Wizard
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STEP 1: Choose a password for your device.
STEP 2: Choose the method you use to connect to the Internet,
and follow the step-by-step instructions.
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Manual Internet Connection
Use this tab to choose either Static IP, DHCP, PPPoE, PPTP, L2TP,
Dial-Up, 3G, Russian PPPoE, Russian PPTP, or Russian L2TP to
congure your Internet connection. You may need to get this
information from your ISP (Internet Service Provider).
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Static (assigned by ISP)
Select Static IP Address if all the Internet port’s IP information is provided to you by your ISP. You will need to enter in the IP address, subnet mask,
gateway address, and DNS address(es) provided to you by your ISP. Each IP address entered in the elds must be in the appropriate IP form, which
are four octets separated by a dot (x.x.x.x). The Router will not accept the IP address if it is not in this format.
My Internet
Connection Is:
Select Static IP to manually enter the IP settings supplied by your ISP.
IP Address:
Subnet Mask:
Default Gateway:
DNS Servers:
MTU:
MAC Address:
Enter the IP address assigned by your ISP.
Enter the Subnet Mask assigned by your ISP.
Enter the Gateway assigned by your ISP.
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 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 Copy 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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Dynamic (Cable)
My Internet
Connection Is:
Host Name:
Primary/Secondary
DNS Server:
MTU:
MAC Address:
Select Dynamic IP (DHCP) to obtain IP Address 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.
The Host Name is optional but may be required by some ISPs. Leave
blank if you are not sure.
Enter the Primary and secondary DNS server IP addresses assigned by
your ISP. These addresses are usually obtained automatically from your
ISP. Leave at 0.0.0.0 if you did not specically receive these from 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 Copy 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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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 Is:
Select PPPoE (Username/Password) from the drop-down menu.
Address Mode:
IP Address:
User Name:
Password:
Service Name:
Reconnect
Mode:
Maximum Idle
Time:
DNS Addresses:
MTU:
Select Static IP if your ISP assigned you the IP address, subnet mask,
gateway, and DNS server addresses. In most cases, select Dynamic.
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.
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 specic ISP. 1492 is the default
MTU.
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 Copy 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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PPTP
Choose PPTP if your ISP uses a PPTP connection. Your ISP will provide you with a username and password.
My Internet
Connection Is:
Select PPTP from the drop-down menu.
Address Mode:
PPTP IP Address:
PPTP Subnet Mask:
PPTP Gateway IP
Address:
PPTP Server IP
Address:
User Name:
Password:
Reconnect Mode:
Maximum Idle
Time:
Select Static IP if your ISP assigned you the IP address, subnet mask,
gateway, and DNS server addresses. In most cases, select Dynamic.
Enter the IP address for your PPTP connection.
Enter your PPTP subnet mask.
Enter the Gateway IP address for your PPTP connection.
Enter the Server IP address for your PPTP connection.
Enter your PPTP user name.
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.
DNS Addresses:
MTU:
MAC Address:
Enter the Primary and Secondary DNS Server Addresses (Static PPTP only).
Maximum Transmission Unit - you may need to change the MTU for optimal performance with your specic 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.
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L2TP
Choose L2TP if your ISP uses a L2TP connection. Your ISP will provide you with a username and password.
My Internet
Connection Is:
Select L2TP from the drop-down menu.
Address Mode:
PPTP IP Address:
PPTP Subnet Mask:
PPTP Gateway IP
Address:
PPTP Server IP
Address:
User Name:
Password:
Reconnect Mode:
Maximum Idle
Time:
Select Static IP if your ISP assigned you the IP address, subnet mask,
gateway, and DNS server addresses. In most cases, select Dynamic.
Enter the IP address for your L2TP connection.
Enter your L2TP subnet mask.
Enter the Gateway IP address for your L2TP connection.
Enter the Server IP address for your L2TP connection.
Enter your L2TP user name.
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.
DNS Addresses:
MTU:
MAC Address:
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 specic 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.
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Dial-Up
Choose Dial-Up if you use a dial-up connection with your ISP to connect to the Internet.
My Internet
Connection Is:
Select Dial-up Network from the drop-down menu.
Dial-up Telephone:
Dial-up Account:
Dial-up Password:
Maximum Idle
Time:
Reconnect Mode:
Baud Rate:
DNS Addresses:
Assigned IP
Address:
Extra Settings:
Enter the telephone number you use to reach your dial-up provider.
Enter the account name for your dial-up service.
Enter your password and then retype the password in the next box.
Choose the amount of minutes of inactivity before the connection is
dropped. Choose ‘0” if you want to never drop the connection.
Select either Always-on, On-Demand, or Manual.
Choose the speed of your modem connection from the drop-down
menu.
Enter the Primary and Secondary DNS Server Addresses.
If your ISP gave you a static IP address for your connections, enter it here.
Add any additional settings provided by your ISP here.
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3G
Choose 3G if you are connection from a mobile wireless network with an ISP that uses a 3G connection.
My Internet
Connection Is:
Select 3G from the drop-down menu.
Dial-Up Prole:
Country:
Telecom
3G Network:
User Name:
Password:
Dialed Number:
Authentication:
APN:
In most cases you can choose Auto-Detection to get a connection.
Otherwise choose Manual and personalize the settings below.
Choose the country where you get 3G service from the drop-down menu.
Choose the telecom that provides your service from the drop-down
menu.
Choose the type of 3G network you have from the drop-down menu.
Enter your 3G network user name, this is not always required by your ISP.
Enter your 3G network password and then retype the password in the
next box. This is also not always required by your ISP.
Enter the number your ISP gave you to dial for a connection.
Choose the type of authentification need to connect or use auto
detection.
If your ISP has given you an Access Point Name to use for your connectivity, you may enter it here.
Reconnect Mode:
Maximum Idle
Time:
DNS Addresses:
Keep Alive:
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).
To keep prevent inactivity from assuming a dropped connection you can Use LCP Echo Request to request frequent pings to maintain
communication. This is disabled by default.
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