D Link WR116A1 Users Manual

Version 1.0 | 05/24/2013

User Manual

Wireless N300 Multi-WAN Router

DWR-116

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	May 24, 2013	• Initial release for Revision A1

Trademarks

D-Link and the D-Link logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of D-Link Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States or other countries. All other company or product names mentioned herein are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.

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Table of Contents

Preface..................................................................................	i
Manual Revisions...........................................................................	i
Trademarks.......................................................................................	i
Product Overview...............................................................	1
Package Contents.........................................................................	1
System Requirements..................................................................	1
Introduction....................................................................................	2
Hardware Overview......................................................................	3
Back Panel................................................................................	3
Front Panel and LEDs...........................................................	4
Top..............................................................................................	5
Installation..........................................................................	6
Connect to Your Network...........................................................	6
Wireless Installation Considerations......................................	7
Configuration......................................................................	8
Web-based Configuration Utility.............................................	8
Setup.................................................................................................	9
Internet Connection Setup Wizard.................................	9
Manual Internet Connection Setup..............................	16
Internet Connection Type................................................	16
Dynamic IP (DHCP).............................................................	17
PPPoE.......................................................................................	18
PPTP.........................................................................................	19
L2TP..........................................................................................	20

3G / 4G LTE.............................................................................	21
Static IP....................................................................................	22
Failover Setting....................................................................	23
Wireless Connection Setup Wizard...............................	24
Wireless Settings..................................................................	28
Wi-Fi Protected Setup........................................................	32
Network Settings.................................................................	33
Router Settings................................................................	33
DHCP Server Settings....................................................	34
Advanced.......................................................................................	35
Virtual Server........................................................................	35
Application Rules................................................................	36
QoS Engine............................................................................	37
MAC Address Filter..............................................................	38
URL Filter................................................................................	39
Outbound Filter...................................................................	40
Inbound Filter.......................................................................	41
SNMP.......................................................................................	42
Routing...................................................................................	43
Advanced Wireless..............................................................	44
Advanced Network.............................................................	45
Tools.................................................................................................	46
Admin......................................................................................	46
Time..........................................................................................	47
Syslog.......................................................................................	48
Email Settings.......................................................................	49

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System.....................................................................................	50
Firmware.................................................................................	51
Dynamic DNS........................................................................	52
System Check........................................................................	53
Schedules...............................................................................	54
Status...............................................................................................	55
Device Information.............................................................	55
Logs..........................................................................................	56
Statistics..................................................................................	57
Wireless...................................................................................	58
Support...................................................................................	59
Wireless Security..............................................................	60
What is WEP?.................................................................................	60
Configure WEP..............................................................................	61
What is WPA?.................................................................................	62
Configure WPA-PSK....................................................................	63
Configure WPA (RADIUS)..........................................................	64
Windows® 8...................................................................................	65
WPA/WPA2.............................................................................	65
Windows® 7...................................................................................	67
WPA/WPA2.............................................................................	67
WPS..........................................................................................	69
Windows Vista®............................................................................	73
WPA/WPA2.............................................................................	74
WPS/WCN 2.0........................................................................	76
Windows® XP................................................................................	77
WPA/WPA2.............................................................................	78

Troubleshooting...............................................................	80
Wireless Modes............................................................................	82
Networking Basics............................................................	83
Check your IP address................................................................	83
Statically Assign an IP address................................................	84
Technical Specifications...................................................	85

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Section 1 - Product Overview

ProductPackageOverviewContents

•D-Link DWR-116 Wireless N300 Multi-WAN Router

•Power Adapter

•Manual and Warranty on CD

•External Wi-Fi antenna

Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage rating than the one included with the DWR-116 will cause damage and void the warranty for this product.

System Requirements

• A compatible 3G/4G LTE USB modem

Computer with the following:

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

•An installed Ethernet adapter

Browser Requirements:

•Internet Explorer® 7 and higher

•Mozilla Firefox 12.0 and higher

•Google™ Chrome 20.0 and higher

•Apple Safari 4 and higher

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Section 1 - Product Overview

Introduction

The D-Link Wireless N300 Multi-WAN Router allows users to access mobile broadband networks worldwide. Once connected, users can transfer data and stream media. Simply connect your USB modem to share your 3G/4G LTE Internet connection through a secure 802.11n wireless network or using the 10/100 Ethernet port.

The Wireless N300 Multi-WAN Router can be installed quickly and easily almost anywhere. This router is great for situations where an impromptu wireless network must be set up, or wherever conventional network access is unavailable. The DWR-116 can even be installed in buses, trains, or boats, allowing passengers to check e-mail or chat online while commuting.

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Hardware Overview

Back Panel

POWER

			3
		LAN	3	LAN 1
	LAN 4 LAN 2 WAN

Port	Function
LAN Port	Connects to wired computers or devices.
WAN Port	Connects to the Internet.
Power Port	Connects to the power adapter.

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Hardware Overview

Front Panel and LEDs

3G/4G LTE

Wi-Fi

						WPS BUTTON
						WPS BUTTON

			WAN
		RESET BUTTON LAN
		RESET BUTTON LAN		Ports 1 to 4
LED	Description
	Color	Solid			Blinking		Blinking (Fast)
3G/4G LTE	Green	3G/4G LTE connection established			Data transmitting		-
WAN	Green	WAN connection established			Data transmitting		-
Wi-Fi	Green	Wi-Fi active and available			Data transmitting		Device in WPS mode
LAN 1 - LAN 4	Green	Ethernet connection established			Data transmitting		-

Note: WPS mode can be activated by pressing, and holding the WPS button until the Wi-Fi LED begins to flash rapidly. You can find more details about activating WPS mode in the section titled “Wi-Fi Protected Setup” on page 32

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Hardware Overview

Top

External Antennas

	USB 2.0 Port

Port	Function
USB Port	Connects to 3G/4G LTE Modem Dongle
Antennas	External WiFi Antennas

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Section 2 - Installation

Installation

This section will guide 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 or cabinet, or in an attic or garage.

Connect to Your Network

Note: Ensure that your DWR-116 Wireless N300 Multi-WAN Router is disconnected and powered off before performing the installation steps below.

1.Connect a USB modem to the USB port located on the top of the router.

2.Insert an Ethernet network cable into the LAN port on the back of the router. Plug the other end of the Ethernet cable into the LAN port of your computer or laptop. The Ethernet LED will turn green if the Ethernet connection is successfully established.

Note: The DWR-116 Wireless N300 Multi-WAN Router’s LAN ports are“Auto-MDI/MDIX.”Therefore, patch or crossover Ethernet cables can be used.

3. Configure the device using the setup utility.

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Section 2 - Installation

Wireless Installation Considerations

The DWR-116 can be accessed using a wireless connection from virtually anywhere within the operating range of your wireless network. Keep in mind, however, that the quantity, thickness and location of walls, ceilings, or other objects that the wireless signals must pass through, may limit the range. Ranges vary depending on the types of materials and background RF (radio frequency) noise in your home or office. The key to maximizing the wireless range is to follow these basic guidelines:

1.Minimize the number of walls and ceilings between the router and other network devices. Each wall or ceiling can reduce your adapter’s range from 3 to 90 feet (1 to 30 meters).

2.Be aware of the direct line between network devices. A wall that is 1.5 feet thick (0.5 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.Try to position access points, wireless routers, and computers so that the signal passes through open doorways or drywall. Materials such as glass, metal, brick, insulation, concrete and water can affect wireless performance. Large objects such as fish tanks, mirrors, file cabinets, metal doors and aluminum studs may also have a negative effect on range.

4.If you are using 2.4 GHz cordless phones, make sure that the 2.4 GHz phone base is as far away from your wireless device as possible. The base transmits a signal even if the phone in not in use. In some cases, cordless phones, X-10 wireless devices, and electronic equipment such as ceiling fans, fluorescent lights, and home security systems may dramatically degrade wireless connectivity.

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Section 3 - Configuration

Configuration

This section will show you how to configure your new D-Link mobile 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. The default

IP address of the router is 192.168.0.1.

Type Admin and then enter the password. By default, the password is blank.

If you get a Page Cannot be Displayed error, please refer to the

Troubleshooting section for assistance.

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Setup

Internet Connection Setup Wizard

The setup wizard guides you through the initial setup of your router. There are two ways to setup your Internet connection.You can use the Web-based Internet Connection SetupWizard or you can manually configure using the Manual Internet Connection Setup wizard.

This wizard will guide you through a step-by-step process to configure your D-Link router to connect to the Internet.

Click Internet Connection Setup Wizard to begin.

If you want to enter your settings without running the wizard, click

Manual Internet Connection Setup and skip to page “Manual

Internet Connection Setup” on page 16.

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Section 3 - Configuration

Create a new password that will be used to access the router and then click Next to continue.

Click Prev to go back to the previous page or click Cancel to close the wizard.

Select your time zone from the drop-down box and then click Next to continue.

Click Prev to go back to the previous page or click Cancel to close the wizard.

Select the Internet connection type. The connection types are explained on the following page. If you are unsure of the correct connection type, you may have to contact your Internet Service Provider (ISP).

Click Prev to go back to the previous page or click Cancel to close the wizard.

Note:The DWR-116 supports several kinds ofWAN interfaces, allowing you to assign either a WAN or a WWAN(3G/4G LTE) connection as the backup WAN. If the Primary WAN is down or unavailable, configure the backup WAN to Enable, and all the traffic will be routed through backup WAN. This feature is called WAN Failover. You can use WAN Failover if you need redundancy to your Internet connection or any other network.

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