D-Link DIR-455 User manual

iD-Link DIR-455 User Manual
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Preface

iiD-Link DIR-455 User Manual
Table of Contents
Preface...........................................................................i
Trademarks .............................................................. i
Product Overview ........................................................ 1
Package Contents ................................................... 1
System Requirements ............................................. 1
Introduction .............................................................. 2
Hardware Overview ................................................. 3
Rear Panel......................................................... 3
Front Panel ........................................................ 4
LEDs .................................................................. 5
Installation....................................................................6
Connect to Your Network ........................................6
Connect a Telephone ..............................................7
Wireless Installation Considerations........................ 8
Conguration............................................................... 9
Web-based Conguration Utility .............................. 9
Setup Wizard ......................................................... 10
Internet Connection Setup Wizard................... 10
Manual Internet Connection Setup ..................14
Internet Connection ......................................... 15
Internet Connection Type ................................15
Dynamic IP (DHCP)......................................... 16
PPPoE ............................................................. 17
PPTP ............................................................... 18
L2TP ................................................................ 19
3G .................................................................... 20
Static IP ........................................................... 21
GRE Settings ................................................... 22
Wireless Settings ............................................. 24
Network Settings.............................................. 26
Router Settings ............................................ 26
DHCP Server Settings .................................27
VPN Settings ................................................... 28
Tunnel 1 - IKE .............................................. 30
Tunnel 1 - Manual Key ................................. 34
Tunnel 1 - Manual Key ................................. 36
Message Service ............................................. 39
Virtual Server ................................................... 41
Application Rules ............................................. 42
QoS Engine ..................................................... 43
MAC Address Filter..........................................44
URL Filter......................................................... 45
Outbound Filter ................................................ 46
Inbound Filter................................................... 47
SNMP .............................................................. 48
Routing ............................................................ 49
Advanced Wireless .......................................... 50
Advanced Network........................................... 51
Admin............................................................... 52
Time................................................................. 53
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Syslog .............................................................. 54
E-mail Settings................................................. 55
System............................................................. 56
Firmware.......................................................... 57
Dynamic DNS .................................................. 58
System Check.................................................. 59
Schedules ........................................................ 60
Device Information........................................... 61
Logs ................................................................. 62
Statistics .......................................................... 63
Wireless ........................................................... 64
Support ............................................................ 65
Wireless Security....................................................... 66
What is WEP? .......................................................66
Congure WEP...................................................... 67
What is WPA? .......................................................68
Congure WPA-PSK ............................................. 69
Congure WPA (RADIUS)..................................... 70
Connect to a Wireless Network................................ 71
Using Windows Vista™............................................................................. 71
Congure Wireless Security ............................ 72
Using Windows®XP............................................... 74
Congure WEP ................................................ 75
Congure WPA-PSK........................................ 77
Troubleshooting ........................................................ 79
Wireless Basics ......................................................... 81
What is Wireless?.................................................. 82
Tips........................................................................ 84
Wireless Modes ..................................................... 85
Networking Basics .................................................... 86
Check your IP address .......................................... 86
Statically Assign an IP address ............................. 87
Technical Specications........................................... 88

1D-Link DIR-455 User Manual
Section 1 - Product Overview
• D-Link DIR-455 Mobile Router
• Power Adapter
• Ethernet Cable
• RJ-11 Telephone Cable
• Manual and Warranty on CD
System Requirements
• A compatible (U)SIM card with service.*
• Computers with Windows®, Macintosh®, or Linux-based operating systems with an installed Ethernet
adapter
• Internet Explorer Version 6.0 or Netscape Navigator™ Version 6.0 and above (for conguration)
*Subject to services and service terms available from your carrier.
Product Overview
Package Contents
Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage rating than the one included with the DIR-455 will cause damage and void
the warranty for this product.

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Section 1 - Product Overview
Introduction
The D-Link HSDPA 3.5G Mobile Communication Router allows users to access worldwide mobile broadband
networks. Once connected, users can transfer data, stream media, send SMS messages, and make mobile phone
calls. Simply insert your UMTS/HSDPA SIM card, and share your 3.5G Internet connection through a secure
802.11g wireless network or using any of the four 10/100 Ethernet ports.
While accessing your 3.5G Internet connection, you will still have the ability to answer incoming mobile calls and
respond to SMS messages. An RJ-11 jack allows you to attach a standard analog phone for high-quality mobile
calls over a GSM network. Enjoy the comfort and convenience of your favorite ofce phone anywhere you go.
Keep your wireless network safe with WPA/WPA2 wireless encryption. The DIR-455 utilizes dual-active rewalls
(SPI and NAT) to prevent potential attacks across the Internet, and supports up to ve concurrent IPSec VPN
tunnels.
The 3.5G Mobile Communication 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 DIR-455 can even be installed in buses, trains, or boats, allowing passengers to check e-mail or
chat online while commuting.

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Section 1 - Product Overview
Hardware Overview
Rear Panel
LAN4 LAN3 LAN2 LAN1 WAN SIM Power Phone
Port Function
LAN 1-4 (RJ-45) Insert an Ethernet cable connected to a network device such
as a desktop or notebook computer.
WAN (RJ-45) Insert a standard CAT5 Ethernet cable connected to a DSL/
Cable modem or router.
SIM Insert a standard (U)SIM card into this slot.
Power Insert the provided DC power adapter into this socket.
Phone (RJ-11) Insert an RJ-11 telephone cable connected to a standard
landline telephone.

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Section 1 - Product Overview
Hardware Overview
Front Panel
WPS 2.5G 3.5G SMS WLAN
WAN LAN1 LAN2 LAN3 LAN4
Signal
Strength
Reset WPS
Button Name Function
Reset Hold this button down to reset the device.
WPS Press this button to initiate a new WPS connection.

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Section 1 - Product Overview
LED Name Function
WAN Solid Green: Ethernet connection has been established
Blinking Green: Data is being transferred
LAN 1-4 Solid Green: Ethernet connection has been established
Blinking Green: Data is being transferred
Signal
Strength
Blinking Red: No SIM card / signal or unveried PIN code
Solid Red: Signal strength is at level one (weak)
Solid Amber: Signal strength is at level two or three (medium)
Solid Green: Signal strength is at level four or ve (strong)
WPS Slow Blinking Green: WPS is functioning normally
Fast Blinking Green: WPS is functioning in PBC mode
2.5G Solid Green: EDGE or GPRS connection has been established
Blinking Green: Data is being transferred via 2G/2.5G
3.5G Solid Green: UMTS/HSDPA/HSUPA connection is established
Blinking: Data is being transferred via 3G
SMS Solid Green: Lights up when an SMS has been received
WLAN Solid Green: WLAN is active and available
Blinking Green: Data is being transferred via WLAN
Hardware Overview
LEDs

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Section 2 - Installation
Connect to Your Network
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, cabinet, or in an attic or garage.
Note: Ensure that your DIR-455 Mobile Router is disconnected and powered off before performing the installation steps below.
1. Insert a standard U(SIM) card into the SIM card slot on the back of the router with the gold contacts facing downwards.
2. Insert your Internet/WAN network cable into the INTERNET port on the back of the router.
Note: The 3.5G connection can also be used as a backup WAN. Once a backup is congured, the router will automatically use 3.5G
for the Internet connection if the Ethernet WAN is not available.
3. Insert the Ethernet cable into the LAN Port 1 on the back panel of the DIR-455 Mobile Router, and an available Ethernet port on the
network adapter in the computer you will use to congure the unit.
Note: The DIR-455 Mobile Router LAN Ports are “Auto-MDI/MDIX.” Therefore, patch or crossover Ethernet cables can be used.
4. Connect the power adapter to the socket on the back panel of your DIR-455 Mobile Router. Plug the other end of the power adapter
into a wall outlet or power strip.
a. The Status LED will light up to indicate that power has been supplied to the router.
b. The LEDs on the front panel will ash on and off as the DIR-455 Mobile Router performs initialization and Internet connection
processes.
c. After a few moments, if a connection has been established, the following LEDs will turn solid green: Power, Status, WAN, WLAN,
and LAN Port 1 (or whichever port(s) your Ethernet cable has been connected to).
Caution! Always unplug/power down the router before installing or removing the SIM card. Never insert or remove the SIM card while
the router is in use.