D-Link DWR-956 User Manual
User Manual
DWR-956
Wireless AC1200 4G LTE Router with Gigabit Ethernet Ports
and 1 FXS Port
August 2018
DWR-956 Wireless AC1200 4G LTE Router
with Gigabit Ethernet Ports and 1 FXS Port
User Manual
Contents
Chapter 1. Introduction..........................................5
Contents and Audience.......................................................5
Conventions................................................................. 5
Document Structure..........................................................5
Chapter 2. Overview..............................................6
General Information.........................................................6
Specifications.............................................................. 8
Product Appearance.........................................................13
Front Panel..............................................................13
Left Side Panel..........................................................15
Right Side Panel.........................................................16
Back Panel...............................................................17
Delivery Package........................................................... 18
Chapter 3. Installation and Connection..........................19
Before You Begin........................................................... 19
Connecting to PC........................................................... 20
PC with Ethernet Adapter.................................................20
Obtaining IP Address Automatically (OS Windows 7)........................21
PC with Wi-Fi Adapter....................................................26
Obtaining IP Address Automatically and Connecting to Wireless Network (OS
Windows 7)...............................................................27
Connecting to Web-based Interface..........................................30
Web-based Interface Structure..............................................32
Summary Page.............................................................32
Home Page................................................................34
Menu Sections............................................................35
Notifications............................................................36
Chapter 4. Configuring via Web-based Interface..................37
Initial Configuration Wizard...............................................37
Selecting Operation Mode.................................................39
Creating LTE WAN Connection..............................................41
Configuring LAN Port as WAN Port.........................................42
Creating Wired WAN Connection............................................43
Static IPv4 Connection.................................................44
Static IPv6 Connection.................................................45
PPPoE, IPv6 PPPoE, PPPoE Dual Stack, PPPoE + Dynamic IP (PPPoE Dual
Access) Connections....................................................46
PPPoE + Static IP (PPPoE Dual Access) Connection.......................47
PPTP + Dynamic IP or L2TP + Dynamic IP Connection......................48
PPTP + Static IP or L2TP + Static IP Connection........................49
Configuring Wireless Network.............................................50
Configuring LAN Ports for IPTV/VoIP......................................52
Changing Web-based Interface Password....................................54
Statistics................................................................. 56
Network Statistics.......................................................56
DHCP.....................................................................57
Routing Table............................................................58
Clients..................................................................59
Multicast Groups.........................................................60
Clients and Session......................................................61
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Connections Setup..........................................................62
WAN......................................................................62
Creating Dynamic IPv4 or Static IPv4 WAN Connection....................64
Creating Dynamic IPv6 or Static IPv6 WAN Connection....................70
Creating PPPoE WAN Connection..........................................75
Creating PPTP or L2TP WAN Connection...................................81
Creating PPPoE IPv6 or PPPoE Dual Stack WAN Connection.................85
Creating Bridge WAN Connection.........................................92
Creating LTE WAN Connection............................................95
LAN.....................................................................100
IPv4..................................................................100
IPv6..................................................................103
WAN Reservation.........................................................106
Wi-Fi..................................................................... 108
Basic Settings..........................................................108
Client Management.......................................................116
WPS.....................................................................117
Using WPS Function via Web-based Interface............................119
Using WPS Function without Web-based Interface........................120
WMM.....................................................................121
Additional..............................................................124
MAC Filter..............................................................127
LTE Modem................................................................. 130
Basic Settings..........................................................131
PIN.....................................................................132
SMS.....................................................................133
USSD....................................................................135
Advanced.................................................................. 136
Interface Grouping......................................................137
WAN Remapping...........................................................139
DNS.....................................................................140
DDNS....................................................................142
Redirect................................................................144
Routing.................................................................145
TR-069 Client...........................................................147
Remote Access...........................................................149
UPnP IGD................................................................151
IGMP....................................................................152
ALG/Passthrough.........................................................153
IPsec...................................................................155
VoIP...................................................................... 161
Basic Settings..........................................................161
Advanced................................................................164
SIP Lines...............................................................169
Fax Settings............................................................173
Audio Settings..........................................................175
Routing Call............................................................178
Call Feature Codes......................................................180
Call Logging............................................................183
Text Messages...........................................................184
Security................................................................185
Alarm Clock.............................................................186
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Firewall.................................................................. 187
IP Filter...............................................................187
Virtual Servers.........................................................191
DMZ.....................................................................194
MAC Filter..............................................................195
URL Filter..............................................................197
System.................................................................... 198
Configuration...........................................................199
Firmware Update.........................................................201
Local Update..........................................................202
Remote Update.........................................................203
Log.....................................................................204
Ping....................................................................206
Traceroute..............................................................208
Telnet..................................................................210
System Time.............................................................211
Yandex.DNS................................................................ 213
Settings................................................................213
Devices and Rules.......................................................215
Chapter 5. Operation Guidelines................................217
Safety Rules and Conditions...............................................217
Wireless Installation Considerations......................................218
Chapter 6. Abbreviations and Acronyms..........................219
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Introduction
CHAPTER 1. INTRODUCTION
Contents and Audience
This manual describes the router DWR-956 and explains how to configure and operate it.
This manual is intended for users familiar with basic networking concepts, who create an in-home
local area network, and system administrators, who install and configure networks in offices.
Conventions
Example Description
text The body text of the manual.
Before You Begin A reference to a chapter or section of this manual.
“Quick Installation
Guide”
A reference to a document.
Change
A name of a menu, menu item, control (field, checkbox, drop-down
list, button, etc.).
192.168.0.1
Data that you should enter in the specified field.
!
Information An important note.
Document Structure
Chapter 1 describes the purpose and structure of the document.
Chapter 2 gives an overview of the router's hardware and software features, describes its
appearance and the package contents.
Chapter 3 explains how to install the router DWR-956 and configure a PC in order to access its
web-based interface.
Chapter 4 describes all pages of the web-based interface in detail.
Chapter 5 includes safety instructions and tips for networking.
Chapter 6 introduces abbreviations and acronyms used in this manual.
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CHAPTER 2. OVERVIEW
General Information
The DWR-956 device is a wireless dual band gigabit router supporting 3G/LTE with a built-in
switch. It provides a fast and simple way to create a wireless and wired network at home or in an
office.
The router is equipped with a built-in LTE modem which provides 3G/4G mobile connection with
fast downlink speeds of up to 150Mbps and uplink speeds of up to 50Mbps.
1
Also you are able to connect the wireless router DWR-956 to a cable or DSL modem or to a private
Ethernet line and use a high-speed Internet connection to successfully fulfill a wide range of
professional tasks. The built-in 4-port switch enables you to connect Ethernet-enabled computers,
game consoles, and other devices to your network.
Using the DWR-956 device, you are able to quickly create a high-speed wireless network at home
or in your office, which lets computers and mobile devices access the Internet virtually anywhere
(within the operational range of your wireless network). Simultaneous activity of 2.4GHz band and
5GHz band allows performing a wide range of tasks. The router can operate as a base station for
connecting wireless devices of the standards 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, 802.11n, and 802.11ac (at
the wireless connection rate up to 1167Mbps2).
The router supports multiple functions for the wireless interface: several security standards (WEP,
WPA/WPA2), MAC address filtering, WPS, WMM.
In addition, the device is equipped with a button for switching the Wi-Fi network off/on. If needed,
for example, when you leave home, you can easily switch the router’s WLAN by pressing the
button, and devices connected to the LAN ports of the router will stay online.
Support of guest Wi-Fi network allows you to create a separate wireless network with individual
security settings and maximum rate limitation. Devices connected to the guest network will be able
to access the Internet, but will be isolated from the devices and resources of the router's LAN.
The device is equipped with an FXS port which allows connection of an analog phone for calls via
Internet.
The wireless router DWR-956 includes a built-in firewall. The advanced security functions
minimize threats of hacker attacks, prevent unwanted intrusions to your network, and block access
to unwanted websites for users of your LAN.
In addition, the router supports IPsec and allows to create secure VPN tunnels.
Built-in Yandex.DNS service protects against malicious and fraudulent web sites and helps to block
access to adult content on children's devices.
You can configure the settings of the wireless router DWR-956 via the user-friendly web-based
interface (the interface is available in two languages – in Russian and in English).
1 Data rates are theoretical. Data transfer rate depends on network capacity and signal strength.
2 Up to 300Mbps for 2.4GHz and up to 867Mbps for 5GHz.
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The fast and easy configuration wizard allows you to specify all needed parameters in several
simple steps.
Also DWR-956 supports configuration and management via mobile application for Android
smartphones.
You can simply update the firmware: the router itself finds approved firmware on D-Link update
server and notifies when ready to install it.
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Specifications
*
Hardware
Processor
· RTL8685PB (1GHz)
RAM
· 128MB, DDR2, built in processor
Flash
· 16MB, SPI
Interfaces · Slot for SIM card (mini-SIM)
· 10/100/1000BASE-T WAN port
· 4 10/100/1000BASE-T LAN ports
· FXS port
LEDs · POWER
· INTERNET
· 5GHz
· 2.4GHz
· 4G
· 2G/3G
· LAN
· WAN
· VOICE
· SMS
· SIGNAL STRENGTH
Buttons · ON/OFF button to power on/power off
· RESET button to restore factory default settings
· WPS button to set up wireless connection
· WLAN button to enable/disable wireless network
Antenna · Two detachable LTE/3G antennas (3dBi gain)
· Two internal Wi-Fi antennas for 2.4GHz band (3dBi gain)
· Two internal Wi-Fi antennas for 5GHz band (3dBi gain)
MIMO
· 2 x 2
Power connector
· Power input connector (DC)
Software
WAN connection types
· LTE
· PPPoE
· IPv6 PPPoE
· PPPoE Dual Stack
· Static IP / Dynamic IP
· Static IPv6 / Dynamic IPv6
· PPPoE + Static IP
· PPPoE + Dynamic IP
· PPTP/L2TP + Static IP
· PPTP/L2TP + Dynamic IP
· Bridge
* The device features are subject to change without notice. For the latest versions of the firmware and relevant
documentation, visit www.dlink.ru.
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Software
Network functions
· Support of IEEE 802.1X for Internet connection
· DHCP server/relay
· Stateful/Stateless mode for IPv6 address assignment, IPv6 prefix delegation
· DNS relay
· Dynamic DNS
· Static IP routing
· Static IPv6 routing
· IGMP Proxy
· RIP
· Support of UPnP IGD
· Support of VLAN
· WAN ping respond
· Support of SIP ALG
· Support of RTSP
· WAN failover
· LAN/WAN conversion
Firewall functions
· Network Address Translation (NAT)
· Stateful Packet Inspection (SPI)
· IP filter
· IPv6 filter
· MAC filter
· URL filter
· DMZ
· Prevention of ARP and DDoS attacks
· Virtual servers
· Built-in Yandex.DNS web content filtering service
VPN
· IPsec/PPTP/L2TP/PPPoE pass-through
· IPsec tunnels
QoS
· Interface grouping
· VLAN priority (802.1p)
Management
· Local and remote access to settings through TELNET/WEB (HTTP/HTTPS)
· Bilingual web-based interface for configuration and management
(Russian/English)
· Support of mobile application for Android smartphones
· Notification on connection problems and auto redirect to settings
· Firmware update via web-based interface
· Automatic notification on new firmware version
· Saving/restoring configuration to/from file
· Support of logging to remote host
· Automatic synchronization of system time with NTP server and manual
time/date setup
· Ping utility
· Traceroute utility
· TR-069 client
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LTE Module Parameters
LTE connection rate
3
· Downlink: up to 150Mbps
· Uplink: up to 50Mbps
Supported frequencies
4
· Power Class 3
· LTE
Band: TX / RX
B1: 1920~1980MHz / 2110~2170MHz
B2: 1850~1910MHz / 1930~1990MHz
B3: 1710~1785MHz / 1805~1880MHz
B5: 824~849MHz / 869~894MHz
B7: 2500~2570MHz / 2620~2690MHz
B8: 880~915MHz / 925~960MHz
B20: 832~862MHz / 791~821MHz
B38: 2570~2620MHz / 2570~2620MHz
B40: 2300~2400MHz / 2300~2400MHz
· UMTS
B1/2/3/5/8 (2100/1900/1800/850/900MHz)
· GSM/GPRS
850/900/1800/1900MHz
Functions · Auto connection to available type of supported network (4G/3G/2G)
· Auto configuration of connection upon plugging in SIM card
· Enabling/disabling PIN code check, changing PIN code
· Sending/receiving/reading/removing SMS messages
· Support of USSD requests
Wireless Module Parameters
Standards · IEEE 802.11n/ac
· IEEE 802.11b/g/n
Frequency range · 2400 ~ 2483.5MHz
· 5150 ~ 5350MHz
· 5650 ~ 5725MHz
Wireless connection security · WEP
· WPA/WPA2 (Personal/Enterprise)
· МАС filter
· WPS (PBC/PIN)
Advanced functions · WMM (Wi-Fi QoS)
· Information on connected Wi-Fi clients
· Advanced settings
· Guest Wi-Fi / support of MBSSID
· Limitation of wireless network rate
· Periodic scan of channels, automatic switch to least loaded channel
· Autonegotiation of channel bandwidth in accordance with environment
conditions (20/40 Coexistence)
Wireless connection rate · IEEE 802.11a: 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, and 54Mbps
· IEEE 802.11b: 1, 2, 5.5, and 11Mbps
· IEEE 802.11g: 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, and 54Mbps
· IEEE 802.11n (2.4GHz/5GHz): from 6.5 to 300Mbps (from MCS0 to MCS15)
· IEEE 802.11ac (5GHz): from 6.5 to 867Mbps (from MCS0 to MSC9)
3 Data rates are theoretical. Data transfer rate depends on network capacity and signal strength.
4 Supported frequency bands are dependent on regional variants.
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Wireless Module Parameters
Transmitter output power
The maximum value of the transmitter
output power depends upon the radio
frequency regulations applied in your
country
· 802.11b
15dBm (+/-1.5dB)
· 802.11g
12dBm (+/-1.5dB)
· 802.11n
HT20
12dBm (+/-1.5dB)
HT40
12dBm (+/-1.5dB)
· 802.11ac
14dBm
Receiver sensitivity · 802.11b
-76dBm at 11Mbps
· 802.11g
-65dBm at 54Mbps
· 802.11n
HT20
-64dBm at MCS15
HT40
-61dBm at MCS15
· 802.11ac
HT20
-56dBm at MCS8
HT40
-53dBm at MCS9
HT80
-51dBm at MCS9
Modulation schemes · 802.11b: DSSS/BPSK/QPSK/CCK
· 802.11g: OFDM/DSSS/BPSK/QPSK/CCK
· 802.11n: BPSK/QPSK/16 QAM/64 QAM/DBPSK/DQPSK/ CCK
· 802.11ac: BPSK/QPSK/16 QAM/64 QAM/256 QAM
Phone
General SIP Features
· Invite with Challenge
· Register by IP address or domain name of SIP server
· Backup proxy support
· Support of DHCP option 120
· RFC3986 SIP URI format support
· Outbound proxy support
· STUN client
· NAT keep-alive
· Call types: voice/modem/fax
· User programmable Dial Plan
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Phone
Call Features
· Direct IP-to-IP сall without SIP proxy (P2P)
· Call hold/retrieve
· Call awaiting
· Forwarding (unconditional, busy, no answer)
· Do Not Disturb
· Blocking hidden number calls
· CLIR
· Speed/abbreviated dialing
· PIN code before dialing
· Hotline
· Vertical service codes
· Intercom (internal calls without SIP server)
· Filtering SIP packets by IP address/domain name
· Alarm clock
· Logging calls
· Sending text messages to VoIP gateways/IP phones
Voice Features
· Codecs: G.711 a/μ-law, G.729A, G.726, G.722, G.723.1, GSMFR, ILBC,
SPEEX
· DTMF detection and generation
· In-band DTMF, out-of-band DTMF (RFC2833, SIP-INFO)
· Comfort Noise Generation (CNG)
· Voice Activity Detection (VAD)
· Echo Cancellation (LEC/NLP)
· Dynamic Jitter Buffer
· Call progress tone generation (FXS)
· DTMF/PULSE dial support
· Caller ID detection and generation
· T.30 FAX bypass to G.711, T.38 Real Time FAX Relay, V.152
· Adjustable Flash Time
· Advanced call transfer
· Volume control (speaker/microphone)
Physical Parameters
Dimensions (L x W x H)
· 170 x 80 x 180 mm (6.7 x 3.2 x 7.1 in)
Weight
· 400 g (0.88 lb)
Operating Environment
Power
· Output: 12V DC, 2A
Temperature · Operating: from 0 to 40 °C
· Storage: from -10 to 70 °C
Humidity · Operating: from 10% to 90% (non-condensing)
· Storage: from 0% to 95% (non-condensing)
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Product Appearance
Front Panel
Figure 1. Front panel view.
LED Mode Description
POWER
Solid green
The router is powered on.
Blinking green
The firmware is being updated.
No light
The router is powered off.
INTERNET
Solid red
There are no WAN connections created or the default
WAN connection is off.
Solid green
The default WAN connection is on.
5GHz
2.4GHz
Solid green
The router's WLAN of the relevant band is on.
Blinking green
Data transfer through the Wi-Fi network of the relevant
band.
No light
The router's WLAN of the relevant band is off.
4G
Solid green
4G network registration is successfully done.
Blinking green
Searching for a 4G network.
No light
No registration in a 4G network.
2G/3G
Solid green
2G/3G network registration is successfully done.
Blinking green
Searching for a 2G/3G network.
No light
No registration in a 2G/3G network.
LAN
Solid green
The cable is connected to a LAN port.
Blinking green
Data transfer though one or several LAN ports.
No light
The cable is not connected to a LAN port.
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LED Mode Description
WAN
Solid green
The cable is connected to the WAN port.
Blinking green
Data transfer though the WAN port.
No light
The cable is not connected to the WAN port.
VOICE
Solid green
The line is registered on the SIP server.
Slow blinking green
Attempting to register on the SIP server.
Fast blinking green
The receiver is off-hook, the line is registered on the SIP
server.
No light
The line is not registered on the SIP server.
SMS
Solid green
An unread message (or messages).
No light
No unread messages.
SIGNAL STRENGTH
Solid green
Poor signal strength.
Fair signal strength.
Good signal strength.
Excellent signal strength.
Blinking red
No SIM card or failed to register in a mobile operator's
network.
No light
LTE WAN connection is not created or is off.
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Left Side Panel
Figure 2. Left side panel view.
Name Description
RESET
A button to restore the factory default settings.
To restore the factory defaults, push the button (with the device turned
on), hold it for 10 seconds, and then release the button.
WPS
A button to quickly add wireless devices to the router's WLAN (the
WPS function).
To use the WPS function: with the device turned on, press the button,
hold it for 2 seconds, and release.
WLAN
A button to enable/disable wireless network.
To disable the router's wireless network: with the device turned on, press
the button, hold it for 2 seconds, and release. The 2.4GHz and 5GHz
LEDs should turn off.
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Right Side Panel
Figure 3. Right side panel view.
Name Description
ON/OFF
A button to turn the router on/off.
A slot for SIM card (mini-SIM) is also located on the right side panel of the router.
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Back Panel
Figure 4. Back panel view.
Port Description
12V=2A Power connector.
WAN
A port to connect to a cable or DSL modem or to a private Ethernet
line (it is recommended to use the cable included in the delivery
package).
LAN 1-4 4 Ethernet ports to connect computers or network devices.
PHONE A port to connect an analog phone.
The device is also equipped with two external detachable LTE/3G antennas and four internal Wi-Fi
antennas.
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Delivery Package
The following should be included:
• Router DWR-956
• Power adapter DC 12V/2A
• Ethernet cable
• Two detachable LTE/3G antennas
• RJ-11 telephone cable
• “Quick Installation Guide” (brochure).
The “User Manual” and “Quick Installation Guide” documents are available on D-Link website
(see www.dlink.ru).
!
Using a power supply with a different voltage rating than the one included will cause
damage and void the warranty for this product.
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CHAPTER 3. INSTALLATION AND CONNECTION
Before You Begin
Please, read this manual prior to installing the device. Make sure that you have all the necessary
information and equipment.
Operating System
Configuration of the wireless dual band gigabit VoIP router with 3G/LTE support DWR-956
(hereinafter referred to as “the router”) is performed via the built-in web-based interface. The webbased interface is available from any operating system that supports a web browser.
Web Browser
The following web browsers are recommended:
• Apple Safari 8 and later
• Google Chrome 48 and later
• Microsoft Internet Explorer 10 and later
• Microsoft Edge 20.10240 and later
• Mozilla Firefox 44 and later
• Opera 35 and later.
For successful operation, JavaScript should be enabled on the web browser. Make sure that
JavaScript has not been disabled by other software (such as virus protection or web user security
packages) running on your computer.
Wired or Wireless NIC (Ethernet or Wi-Fi Adapter)
Any computer that uses the router should be equipped with an Ethernet or Wi-Fi adapter (NIC). If
your computer is not equipped with such a device, install an Ethernet or Wi-Fi adapter prior to using
the router.
Wireless Connection
Wireless workstations from your network should be equipped with a wireless 802.11a, b, g, n, or ac
NIC (Wi-Fi adapter). In addition, you should specify the values of SSID, channel number and
security settings defined in the web-based interface of the router for all these wireless workstations.
VoIP
On order to use VoIP over SIP, you need to connect an analog phone to the FXS port of the router.
Then access the web-based interface of the router, and you will be able to configure all needed
settings.
SIM Card
To connect to to the Internet via mobile operators' networks, you should use an active SIM card.
Then you will be able to configure a connection to the Internet.
5
5 Contact your operator to get information on the service coverage and fees.
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Connecting to PC
PC with Ethernet Adapter
1. Connect an Ethernet cable between any of LAN ports located on the back panel of the router
and the Ethernet port of your PC.
2. To connect via built-in LTE modem: insert a SIM card into the slot on the right side panel
of the router with the gold contacts facing towards the front of the device and gently push
until it clicks.
!
If you need to connect a SIM card or change it to another one when the router is powered
on, power off the router, insert or change the SIM card, and power on the router.
3. Connect the phone cable between the PHONE port of the router and the phone.
4. Connect the power cord to the power connector port on the back panel of the router, then
plug the power adapter into an electrical outlet or power strip.
5. Turn on the router by pressing the ON/OFF button on its right side panel.
Then make sure that your PC is configured to obtain an IP address automatically (as DHCP client).
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Obtaining IP Address Automatically (OS Windows 7)
1. Click the Start button and proceed to the Control Panel window.
2. Select the Network and Sharing Center section. (If the Control Panel has the category
view (the Category value is selected from the View by drop-down list in the top right
corner of the window), choose the View network status and tasks line under the
Network and Internet section.)
Figure 5. The Control Panel window.
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3. In the menu located on the left part of the window, select the Change adapter settings
line.
Figure 6. The Network and Sharing Center window.
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4. In the opened window, right-click the relevant Local Area Connection icon and select
the Properties line in the menu displayed.
Figure 7. The Network Connections window.
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5. In the Local Area Connection Properties window, on the Networking tab, select the
Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) line. Click the Properties button.
Figure 8. The Local Area Connection Properties window.
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6. Make sure that the Obtain an IP address automatically and Obtain DNS server
address automatically choices of the radio buttons are selected. Click the OK button.
Figure 9. The Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) Properties window.
7. Click the OK button in the connection properties window.
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PC with Wi-Fi Adapter
1. To connect via built-in LTE modem: insert a SIM card into the slot on the right side panel
of the router with the gold contacts facing towards the front of the device and gently push
until it clicks.
!
If you need to connect a SIM card or change it to another one when the router is powered
on, power off the router, insert or change the SIM card, and power on the router.
2. Connect the phone cable between the PHONE port of the router and the phone.
3. Connect the power cord to the power connector port on the back panel of the router, then
plug the power adapter into an electrical outlet or power strip.
4. Turn on the router by pressing the ON/OFF button on its right side panel.
5. Make sure that your Wi-Fi adapter is on. As a rule, modern notebooks with built-in wireless
NICs are equipped with a button or switch that turns on/off the wireless adapter (refer to
your PC documents). If your PC is equipped with a pluggable wireless NIC, install the
software provided with your Wi-Fi adapter.
Then make sure that your Wi-Fi adapter is configured to obtain an IP address automatically (as
DHCP client).
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Obtaining IP Address Automatically and Connecting
to Wireless Network (OS Windows 7)
1. Click the Start button and proceed to the Control Panel window.
2. Select the Network and Sharing Center section. (If the Control Panel has the category
view (the Category value is selected from the View by drop-down list in the top right
corner of the window), choose the View network status and tasks line under the
Network and Internet section.)
Figure 10. The Control Panel window.
3. In the menu located on the left part of the window, select the Change adapter settings
line.
4. In the opened window, right-click the relevant Wireless Network Connection icon.
Make sure that your Wi-Fi adapter is on, then select the Properties line in the menu
displayed.
5. In the Wireless Network Connection Properties window, on the Networking tab,
select the Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) line. Click the Properties button.
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6. Make sure that the Obtain an IP address automatically and Obtain DNS server
address automatically choices of the radio buttons are selected. Click the OK button.
Figure 11. The Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) Properties window.
7. Click the OK button in the connection properties window.
8. To open the list of available wireless networks, select the icon of the wireless network
connection and click the Connect To button or left-click the network icon in the
notification area located on the right side of the taskbar.
Figure 12. The notification area of the taskbar.
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9. In the opened Wireless Network Connection window, select the wireless network
DWR-956 (for operating in the 2.4GHz band) or DWR-956-5G (for operating in the 5GHz
band) and click the Connect button.
Figure 13. The list of available networks.
10. In the opened window, enter the network key (see WPS PIN on the barcode label on the
bottom panel of the device) in the Security key field and click the OK button.
11. Wait for about 20-30 seconds. After the connection is established, the network icon wi ll be
displayed as the signal level scale.
!
If you perform initial configuration of the router via Wi-Fi connection, note that
immediately after changing the wireless default settings of the router you will need to
reconfigure the wireless connection using the newly specified settings.
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Connecting to Web-based Interface
When you have configured your computer, you can access the web-based interface and configure
needed parameters (create a WAN connection, change the parameters of the wireless network,
specify the settings of the firewall, etc.).
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For security reasons, DWR-956 with default settings cannot connect to the Internet. To get
started, please set your own password used to access the web-based interface and, if
needed, configure other settings recommended by your ISP.
Start a web browser (see the Before You Begin section, page 19). In the address bar of the web
browser, enter the domain name of the router (by default, dlinkrouter.local) with a dot at
the end and press the Enter key. Also you can enter the IP address of the device (by default,
192.168.0.1).
Figure 14. Connecting to the web-based interface of the DWR-956 device.
!
If the error “ The page cannot be displayed ” (or “ Unable to display the page ”/“ Could not
connect to remote server ”) occurs upon connecting to the web-based interface of the router,
make sure that you have properly connected the router to your computer.
If the device has not been configured previously or the default settings have been restored, after
access to the web-based interface the Initial Configuration Wizard opens (see the Initial
Configuration Wizard section, page 37).
Figure 15. The page for running the Initial Configuration Wizard.
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