D-Link DSL-2500U User manual

User Manual
DSL-2500U
ADSL2/2+ Router
July 2012

DSL-2500U ADSL2/2+ Router
User Manual
Contents
Chapter 1. Introduction..........................................4
Contents and Audience.......................................................4
Conventions.................................................................4
Document Structure..........................................................4
Chapter 2. Overview..............................................5
General Information.........................................................5
Specifications..............................................................
Product Appearance..........................................................9
Front Panel...............................................................9
Back Panel...............................................................10
Delivery Package.........................................................11
Safety Instructions........................................................11
Chapter 3. Installation and Connection..........................12
Before You Begin...........................................................12
Connecting to PC...........................................................13
PC with Ethernet Adapter.................................................13
O taining IP Address Automatically in OS Windows XP......................13
O taining IP Address Automatically in OS Windows 7.......................16
Connecting to Web-based Interface..........................................21
Saving and Restoring Settings..............................................24
Chapter 4. Configuring via Web-based Interface..................25
Wizards....................................................................25
Internet Setup Wizard....................................................25
PPPoE or PPPoA Connection..............................................26
IPoA or Static IP Connection...........................................30
Dynamic IP Connection..................................................33
Bridge Connection......................................................36
Site Setup Wizard........................................................38
Status.....................................................................39
Network Statistics.......................................................39
DSL Status...............................................................40
WAN Status...............................................................41
DHCP.....................................................................42
Routing Ta le............................................................43
LAN Clients..............................................................44
Net........................................................................45
WAN......................................................................45
Creating WAN Connection................................................46
LAN......................................................................52
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Advanced...................................................................54
UPnP.....................................................................54
DDNS.....................................................................55
DNS......................................................................56
Routing..................................................................57
ADSL.....................................................................59
Remote Access............................................................60
Firewall................................................................... 2
IP Filters...............................................................62
Virtual Servers..........................................................65
DMZ......................................................................67
Application Rules........................................................68
MAC Filter...............................................................70
Control....................................................................72
Parent Control...........................................................72
URL Filter...............................................................74
System.....................................................................7
Administrator Password...................................................76
Configuration............................................................77
System Log...............................................................78
Firmware Upgrade.........................................................80
NTP Client...............................................................81
Chapter 5. Abbreviations and Acronyms...........................82
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CHAP ER 1. IN RODUC ION
Contents and Audience
This manual describes the router DSL-2500U and explains how to configure and operate it.
This manual is intended for users familiar with basic networ ing concepts, who create an in-home
local area networ , and system administrators, who install and configure networ s 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, chec box, drop-
down list, button, etc.).
192.1 8.1.1 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 and describes its
appearance and the pac age contents, and provides safety instructions.
Chapter 3 explains how to install the router DSL-2500U 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 introduces abbreviations and acronyms used in this manual.
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CHAP ER 2. OVERVIEW
General Information
The DSL-2500U device is an affordable high-end ADSL router developed for home and SOHO
(Small Office/Home Office) networ s. It provides fast and simple broadband access to the Internet
and a shared connection for multi users.
DSL-2500U provides all the essentials for creating a secure high-speed wired networ :
ADSL/ADSL2/ADSL2+ standards, Fast Ethernet standard, the built-in firewall, the QoS engine,
numerous additional features, and an Ethernet port, which can be used to connect to one computer
or a switch.
The router DSL-2500U includes a built-in firewall. The advanced security functions minimize
threats of hac er attac s, prevent unwanted intrusions to your networ , and bloc access to
unwanted websites for users of your LAN.
You can configure and manage the settings of the router DSL-2500U via the user-friendly web-
based interface (the interface is available in several languages).
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Specifications*
Interfaces:
•ADSL: 1 RJ-11 port
•LAN: 1 RJ-45 10/100BASE-TX Fast Ethernet port with auto-MDI/MDIX.
ADSL Standards:
•ADSL:
◦full rate ANSI T1.413 Issue 2, ITU-T G.992.1 (G.dmt) Annex A, ITU-T G.992.2 (G.lite)
Annex A, ITU-T G.994.1 (G.hs).
•ADSL2:
◦ITU-T G.992.3 (G.dmt.bis) Annex A/L/M, ITU-T G.992.4 (G.lite.bis) Annex A.
•ADSL2+:
◦ITU-T G.992.5 Annex A/L/M.
WAN Connection Types:
•PPPoE
•PPPoA
•IPoA
•Static IP
•Dynamic IP
•Bridge.
ATM/PPP Protocols:
•Bridged and routed Ethernet encapsulation
•VC-based or LLC-based multiplexing
•ATM Forum UNI3.1/4.0 PVC (up to 8 PVCs)
•ATM Adaptation Layer Type 5 (AAL5)
•ITU-T I.610 OAM F4/F5 loopbac
•ATM QoS
•PPP over ATM (RFC 2364)
•PPP over Ethernet (PPPoE)
•Keep-alive for PPP connections.
* The device features are subject to change without notice. For the latest versions of the firmware and relevant
documentation, visit www.dlin .ru.
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Network Protocols and F nctions:
•Static IP routing
•NAT (Network Address Translation)
•DHCP server/client/relay
•DNS relay
•DDNS
•UPnP
•Support of VLAN
•IGMP proxy.
Firewall and Access Management F nctions:
•Networ Address Translation (NAT)
•Stateful Pac et Inspection (SPI)
•MAC filtering based on time of day and day of wee
•URL filter
•Pac et filtering (IP/ICMP/TCP/UDP)
•Virtual servers
•Prevention of DoS attac s
•Intrusion detection system
•DMZ
•Port Triggering.
QoS:
•3 priority queues.
Config ration and Management:
•Multilingual web-based interface for configuration and management
•Access via TELNET
•Firmware update via web-based interface
•Saving/restoring configuration to/from file
•Support of remote logging
•Automatic synchronization of system time with NTP server.
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LEDs:
•Power
•Status
•LAN
•DSL
•Internet.
Power:
•External power adapter DC 5V/1A
•Reset to Factory Defaults button.
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Product Appearance
Front Panel
Figure 1. Front panel view.
LED Mode Description
Power
Solid green The router is powered on.
No light The router is powered off.
Solid red The router is in the crash recovery mode.
Status
Blinking green Traffic (Internet traffic) is passing through the router.
No light or solid green A failure of the system.
LAN
Solid green A device is connected to the LAN port of the router.
Blinking green The LAN port is active (upstream or downstream traffic).
DSL
Solid green DSL has been synchronized.
Blinking green Detecting a carrier signal and synchronizing DSL.
No light No carrier signal.
Internet
Solid green A WAN connection is established.
Blinking green Authorization is successful.
No light The router is in the bridge mode or no WAN connection is
established.
Solid red An authorization failure.
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Back Panel
Figure 2. Back panel view.
Port Description
DSL A DSL port to connect the router to the telephone line.
LAN An Ethernet port to connect a computer or switch.
RESE
A button to restore the factory default settings.
To restore the factory defaults, push the button (with the device turned on), hold it
for 7-10 seconds, and then release the button.
5V=1A Power connector.
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Delivery Package
The following should be included:
•Router DSL-2500U
•Power adapter DC 5V/1A
•RJ-11 telephone cable
•Ethernet cable (CAT 5E)
•Splitter
•“Quick Installation Guide” (brochure).
The “ ser Manual” and “Quick Installation Guide” documents in Russian and English are
available on D-Lin website (see ftp.dlin .ru/pub/ADSL/DSL-2500U/Description/).
!Using a power supply with a different voltage rating than the one included will cause
damage and void the warranty for this product.
Safety Instructions
Place your router on a flat horizontal surface or mount the router on the wall (the mounting holes
are located on the bottom panel of the device). Ma e sure that the router is provided with sufficient
ventilation.
To prevent overheating, do not obstruct the ventilation openings of the router.
Plug the router into a surge protector to reduce the ris of damage from power surges and lightning
stri es.
Operate the router only from an electrical outlet with the correct power source as indicated on the
adapter.
Do not open the cover of the router. Otherwise any warranty will be invalidated.
Unplug the equipment before dusting and cleaning. Use a damp cloth to clean the equipment. Do
not use liquid/aerosol cleaners or magnetic/static cleaning devices.
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CHAP ER 3. INS ALLA ION AND CONNEC ION
Before You Begin
Please, read this manual prior to installing the device. Ma e sure that you have all the necessary
information and equipment.
Operating System
Configuration of the router DSL-2500U (hereinafter referred to as “the router”) is performed via the
built-in web-based interface. The web-based interface is available from any operating system that
supports a web browser.
Web Browser
The following web browsers are recommended: Windows Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox or
Opera.
For successful operation, JavaScript should be enabled on the web browser. Ma e sure that
JavaScript has not been disabled by other software (such as virus protection or web user security
pac ages) running on your computer.
NIC (Ethernet Adapter)
Any computer that uses the router should be equipped with an Ethernet adapter (NIC). If your
computer is not equipped with such a device, install an Ethernet adapter prior to using the router.
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Connecting to PC
PC with Ethernet Adapter
1. Ma e sure that your PC is powered off.
2. Connect an Ethernet cable between the Ethernet port located on the bac panel of the router
and the Ethernet port of your PC.
3. Connect a phone cable between the DSL port of the router and the ADSL OUT port of the
splitter. Connect your phone to the PHONE port of the splitter. Then connect another phone
cable between a phone jac and the ADSL IN port of the splitter.
4. Connect the power cord to the power connector port on the bac panel of the router, then
plug the power adapter into an electrical outlet or power strip.
5. Turn on your PC and wait until your operating system is completely loaded.
Obtaining IP Address Automatically in O Windows XP
1. Clic the Start button and proceed to the Control Panel > Network and Internet
Connections > Network Connections window.
2. In the Network Connections window, right-clic the relevant Local Area Connection
icon and select the Properties line in the menu displayed.
Figure 3. The Networ Connections window.
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3. In the Local Area Connection Properties window, on the General tab, select the
Internet Protocol ( CP/IP) line. Clic the Properties button.
Figure 4. The Local Area Connection Properties window.
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4. Select the Obtain an IP address automatically and Obtain DNS server address
automatically radio buttons. Clic the OK button.
Figure 5. The Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties window.
5. Clic the ОК button in the connection properties window.
Now your computer is configured to obtain an IP address automatically.
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Obtaining IP Address Automatically in O Windows 7
1. Clic 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 6. 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 . The Networ and Sharing Center window.
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4. In the opened window, right-clic the relevant Local Area Connection icon and select
the Properties line in the menu displayed.
Figure 8. The Networ Connections window.
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5. In the Local Area Connection Properties window, on the Networking tab, select the
Internet Protocol Version 4 ( CP/IPv4) line. Clic the Properties button.
Figure 9. The Local Area Connection Properties window.
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6. Select the Obtain an IP address automatically and Obtain DNS server address
automatically radio buttons. Clic the OK button.
Figure 10. The Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) Properties window.
7. Clic the OK button in the connection properties window.
Now your computer is configured to obtain an IP address automatically.
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