D-Link DIR-505L User manual

iD-Link DIR-505L User Manual
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Preface

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Table of Contents
Preface................................................................................. i
Manual Revisions........................................................................... i
Trademarks ...................................................................................... i
Product Overview.............................................................. 1
Package Contents......................................................................... 1
System Requirements................................................................. 2
Introduction ................................................................................... 3
Features............................................................................................ 4
Hardware Overview..................................................................... 5
Connections ........................................................................... 5
LEDs........................................................................................... 6
Installation ......................................................................... 7
Operation Modes.......................................................................... 7
Router Mode........................................................................... 8
Access Point Mode ............................................................... 9
Repeater Mode....................................................................10
Hotspot Mode......................................................................11
Wireless Installation Considerations....................................12
Manual Setup...............................................................................13
Router/Access Point Mode..............................................13
Repeater Mode....................................................................15
Wi-Fi Hotspot Mode...........................................................17
Quick Router Setup for Mobile Device........................19
SharePort Mobile App.......................................................22
Settings ..................................................................................23
Router Mode ....................................................................27
Quick Setup Wizard....................................................................27
Web-based Conguration Utility..........................................30
Internet Connection Setup .............................................31
Manual Internet Setup..............................................................36
Dynamic (Cable)..................................................................36
Internet Setup......................................................................37
PPPoE .................................................................................37
PPTP....................................................................................38
L2TP ....................................................................................40
Static...................................................................................42
Internet Settings .................................................................43
Wireless Network Setup Wizard................................44
Manual Conguration...............................................................46
Wireless Settings.................................................................46
Router Mode....................................................................46
Access Point Mode ........................................................48
Wireless Security.........................................................................50
What is WPA ..........................................................................50
Congure WPA/WPA2 Personal .............................................51
Congure WPA Enterprise .......................................................52
Network Settings ................................................................53
Router Settings...............................................................53
DHCP Reservation .........................................................54
Media Server.........................................................................55
Storage ...................................................................................56
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Advanced ......................................................................................57
Virtual Server........................................................................57
Application Rules................................................................58
MAC Address Filter .............................................................59
Website Filters......................................................................60
Firewall Settings..................................................................61
Advanced Wireless .............................................................62
Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) ..........................................63
UPnP Settings.......................................................................65
Guest Zone............................................................................66
DMZ .........................................................................................67
Maintenance ................................................................................68
Admin .....................................................................................68
Time.........................................................................................69
System ....................................................................................70
Language Pack.....................................................................71
Firmware ................................................................................71
Dynamic DNS .......................................................................72
System Settings...................................................................73
Schedules ..............................................................................74
Status ..............................................................................................75
Device Info ............................................................................75
Logs .........................................................................................76
Statistics .................................................................................77
Internet Sessions.................................................................78
Wireless .................................................................................79
Help .........................................................................................80
Access Point Mode...........................................................81
Quick Setup Wizard....................................................................81
Setup...............................................................................................83
Wireless Setup......................................................................83
LAN Setup..............................................................................84
Advanced ......................................................................................85
MAC Address Filter .............................................................85
Advanced Wireless .............................................................86
Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) ..........................................87
User Limit...............................................................................89
Maintenance ................................................................................90
Admin .....................................................................................90
System ....................................................................................91
Language Pack.....................................................................92
Firmware ................................................................................92
Time.........................................................................................93
System Check.......................................................................94
Schedules ..............................................................................95
Status ..............................................................................................96
Device Info ............................................................................96
Logs .........................................................................................97
Statistics .................................................................................98
Wireless .................................................................................99
Help .............................................................................................. 100
Repeater Mode ..............................................................101
Quick Setup Wizard................................................................. 101
Manual Conguration............................................................ 103
Wi-Fi Setup ......................................................................... 103
Repeater Mode ............................................................ 104

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Wireless Security...................................................................... 105
What is WPA? ..................................................................... 105
Congure WPA/WPA2 Personal .......................................... 106
Extended Wi-Fi Setup..................................................... 107
LAN Setup........................................................................... 108
Advanced ................................................................................... 109
Advanced Wireless .......................................................... 109
Wi-Fi Protected Setup ............................................................ 110
Maintenance ............................................................................. 111
Admin .................................................................................. 111
System ................................................................................. 112
Language Pack.................................................................. 113
Firmware ............................................................................. 113
Time...................................................................................... 114
Status ........................................................................................... 115
Device Info ......................................................................... 115
Logs ...................................................................................... 116
Statistics .............................................................................. 117
Wi-Fi Hotspot .................................................................118
Quick Setup Wizard................................................................. 118
Setup Wizard ............................................................................. 122
Setup............................................................................................ 124
Wi-Fi Hotspot Setup........................................................ 124
Internet Settings .............................................................. 125
Manual Wireless Settings .............................................. 126
Setup............................................................................................ 127
Wireless LAN Setup ......................................................... 127
Manual Wireless Settings .............................................. 128
LAN Setup........................................................................... 129
Media Server...................................................................... 130
Storage ................................................................................ 131
Advanced Wireless .......................................................... 132
Maintenance ............................................................................. 133
Admin .................................................................................. 133
Time...................................................................................... 134
System ................................................................................. 135
Language Pack.................................................................. 136
Firmware ............................................................................. 136
Status ........................................................................................... 137
Device Info ......................................................................... 137
Logs ...................................................................................... 138
Statistics .............................................................................. 139
Help .............................................................................................. 140
Connect a Wireless Client to your Router ....................141
WPS Button................................................................................ 141
Windows® 8................................................................................ 142
Windows® 7................................................................................ 144
WPA/WPA2 ......................................................................... 144
WPS....................................................................................... 147
Windows Vista®......................................................................... 151
WPA/WPA2 ......................................................................... 152
WPS/WCN 2.0 .................................................................... 154
Windows® XP............................................................................. 155
WPA/WPA2 ......................................................................... 156

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Troubleshooting ............................................................158
Wireless Basics ...............................................................162
What is Wireless?...................................................................... 163
Tips................................................................................................ 165
Networking Basics.........................................................166
Check your IP address............................................................ 166
Windows® XP Users......................................................... 166
Windows® 7/Vista® Users............................................... 166
Windows® 8 Users............................................................ 166
Statically Assign an IP address............................................ 167
Windows® 8 Users ............................................................ 168
Technical Specications ................................................169
Contacting Technical Support ......................................170
GPL Code Statement......................................................171
Warranty.........................................................................186
Registration ...................................................................193

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Section 1 - Product Overview
Product Overview
Package Contents
If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller.
DIR-505L SharePort Mobile Companion
Ethernet Cable
Wireless Conguration Card
Quick Install Guide

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Network Requirements
• An Ethernet-based Internet connection (Router mode)
• A wireless-based Internet connection (Hotspot mode)
• A wireless router (Repeater mode)
• An Ethernet router or switch (AP mode)
• IEEE 802.11n or 802.11g wireless clients
Web-based Conguration
Utility Requirements
Computer with the following:
• Windows® 8, 7, Vista®, or XP (SP 2 or higher), Mac OS® X (10.7
or higher)
• An installed Ethernet or wireless adapter
Browser Requirements:
• Internet Explorer® 7 or higher
• Firefox 9 or higher
• Safari 5 or higher
• Google Chrome 16 or higher
Windows® Users: Make sure you have the latest version of Java
installed. Visit www.java.com to download the latest version.
System Requirements

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Introduction
TOTAL PERFORMANCE
Combines award winning router features and IEEE 802.11 g/n wireless technology to provide the best wireless performance.
TOTAL SECURITY
The most complete set of security features including Active Firewall and WPA/WPA2 to protect your network against outside intruders.
TOTAL COVERAGE
The DIR-505L delivers powerful 802.11n performance and increases the range of your wireless network by extending the range of your
wireless coverage of another AP or wireless router.
ULTIMATE PERFORMANCE
The DIR-505L is a 802.11n-compliant device that delivers real world performance. Create a secure wireless network to share photos, les,
music, video, printers, and network storage throughout your home. Connect the DIR-505L 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.
TOTAL NETWORK SECURITY
The DIR-505L 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.
* Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11g and 802.11n specications. Actual data throughput will vary. Network conditions and environmental factors,
including volume of network trac, building materials and construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate. Environmental conditions will adversely
aect wireless signal range.

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•FasterWirelessNetworking - The DIR-505L provides up to 150Mbps* 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.
•Compatiblewith802.11gDevices - The DIR-505L is still fully compatible with the IEEE 802.11g standards, so
it can connect with existing 802.11g, 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 ltering based on MAC address, URL, and/or Domain
Name.
• Filter Scheduling - These lters can be scheduled to be active on certain days or for a duration of
hours or minutes.
• Secure Multiple/Concurrent Sessions - The DIR-505L can pass through VPN sessions. It supports
multiple and concurrent IPSec and PPTP sessions, so users behind the DIR-505L can securely access
corporate networks.
•User-friendlySetupWizard - Through its easy-to-use Web-based user interface, the DIR-505L lets you control
what information is accessible to those on the wireless network, whether from the Internet or from your company’s
server. Congure your router to your specic settings within minutes.
* Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11g and 802.11n specications. Actual data throughput will vary. Network conditions and environmental factors,
including volume of network trac, building materials and construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate. Environmental conditions will adversely
aect wireless signal range.
Features

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Hardware Overview
Connections
1 USB Port Connect a USB thumb drive/external hard drive using SharePort™ Mobile and SharePort™ Web File Access.
Both will allow you to share les with your local network.
2 Reset Button Press and hold the Reset button for 6 seconds to restore the DIR-505L to its original factory default settings.
3 Ethernet Port The Ethernet port is used to connect to a broadband modem or to a port supplying an Internet connection
(I.E. a hotel) using an Ethernet cable.
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Hardware Overview
LEDs
LED Indicator Color Status Description
Power/Status
Green
Solid Green The device is powered ON and operating properly.
Blinking Green The device is processing WPS.
O The device is o.
Red Solid Red During boot up or system is defective.
O The device is o.
1

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Installation
The next few pages will explain the dierent operational modes you can use.
Operation Modes
Depending on how you want to use your DIR-505L will determine which mode you use. This section will help you gure out
which setting works with your setup.
• Router mode
• Access Point mode
• Repeater mode
• Wi-Fi Hotspot mode
• Charger mode

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Router Mode
The DIR-505L connects to your cable modem, DSL modem or other Internet source (using Ethernet) and shares your Internet
connection with your devices wirelessly. You can also share les with other computers or devices on your wireless network by
using the SharePort™ feature.
Note: Use this mode if your Internet connection requires an Ethernet connection. If the Internet connection is wireless, like in a hotel,
refer to Hotspot Mode.
Router
Repeater Mode Wi-Fi Hotspot Mode
DIR-505L
USB Flash Drive
DIR-505L
USB Flash
Drive
DIR-505L
*For SharePortTM usage

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Access Point Mode
The DIR-505L can connect to an existing network and allow wireless devices to connect to the network. Plug the DIR-505L into
your network (via switch or router) using an Ethernet cable. Wireless devices can now connect to the DIR-505L and access your
network. Note that AP mode does not support sharing les from a USB storage drive or the SharePort Mobile app.
Note: You will need a router to share an Internet connection while the DIR-505L is in Access Point mode. To share the Internet, use
Router or Hotspot mode.
Access Point Mode
DIR-505L
Router

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Repeater Mode
Router
Repeater Mode
Wi-Fi Hotspot Mode
DIR-505L
USB Flash Drive
DIR-505L
USB Flash
Drive
DIR-505L
In Repeater mode, the DIR-505L increases the range of your wireless network by extending the wireless coverage of another
AP or wireless router. The APs and wireless router (if used) must be within range of each other. Make sure that all clients, APs,
and the wireless router all use the same Wi-Fi Network Name (SSID) and security settings.
Note: You will need a router to share an Internet connection while the DIR-505L is in Repeater mode. To share the Internet, use Router
or Hotspot mode.

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Hotspot Mode
Router Repeater Mode
Wi-Fi Hotspot Mode
DIR-505L
USB Flash Drive
DIR-505L
USB Flash
Drive
DIR-505L
The DIR-505L can connect to an existing wireless network with an Internet connection, such as a hotspot at a hotel. This will
allow you to share that single connection to multiple wireless devices.You can also share les with other computers or devices
on your wireless network by using the SharePort™ Mobile app or SharePortTM web access.
Note: Use this mode if your Internet connection is wireless. If the Internet connection requires an Ethernet cable, refer to Router Mode.
Note: When conguring the DIR-505L in Hotspot mode, the default IP address to access the Web UI is 192.168.100.1.

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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:
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 dierence. A solid metal door or aluminum studs may have a negative eect 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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Manual Setup
Router/Access Point Mode
1. Find an outlet close to an Internet-enabled device. Then, move
the switch to “Router/AP Mode” and plug the DIR-505L into a wall
outlet. Verify that the power LED has turned green.
2. Connect one end of an Ethernet cable into the Ethernet port of the
Internet-enabled device (such as a modem or Ethernet port in a
hotel) and then plug the other end of this cable into the Ethernet
port of the DIR-505L.
3. From your laptop or mobile device go to your Wireless Utility to
display the available wireless networks and select the Wi-Fi name
that is displayed on your companion card (ex: dlink-a8fa). Then,
enter the Wi-Fi password included on your card (akbdj1936).
Outlet Ethernet
Router/AP
90mm
54mm
Web browser link:
http:/ /dlinkrouter or
http:/ / 192.168.0.1
Default conguration
Username: “Admin”
Password: ““ (leave the eld blank)
Wi- Fi Name (SSID) :
dlinka8fa
Wi-Fi Password :
akbdj19368
Web browser link:
http://dlinkrouter or
http:/ / 192.168.0.1
Yourconguration
Username: Admin
Password:
Wi- Fi Name (SSID) :
Wi-Fi Password :
D-Link DIR-505 Mobile Companion Wi-Fi Conguration Note

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4. Open a web browser. First-time users will automatically be directed to
the wizard. Please follow the on-screen instructions to complete the
setup.
Type http://dlinkrouter (or http://192.168.0.1)in the address bar
if the wizard does not appear. Once the setup is complete then
proceed to the next step.
*If you are using a Mac or tablet, type http:/dlinkrouter.local in
the address bar.
5. From your laptop or mobile device, go to your wireless utility to
display the available wireless networks and select the network that
you created for internet access.