D-Link DGL-5500 User manual

User Manual
Version 1.0 | August 14, 2013
DGL-5500
Gaming Router
AC1300

iD-Link DGL-5500 User Manual
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Preface
Revision Date Description
1.0 August 14, 2013 • Initial release for Revision A1 (based on Firmware v1.01 B5)

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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
Hardware Overview..................................................................... 4
Connections ........................................................................... 4
LEDs........................................................................................... 5
Installation ......................................................................... 6
Before you Begin........................................................................... 6
Wireless Installation Considerations...................................... 7
Connect to your Network.......................................................... 8
Connect to an Existing Router...............................................11
Conguration...................................................................13
Quick Setup Wizard....................................................................14
Web-based Conguration Utility..........................................19
My Network ..........................................................................20
Active Devices.................................................................20
Priorities ............................................................................22
Setup.......................................................................................23
Static (assigned by ISP)................................................24
Dynamic (Cable).............................................................25
PPPoE (DSL)......................................................................26
Internet Connection Setup Wizard..........................27
Wireless Settings............................................................31
802.11n/g (2.4GHz)..................................................31
802.11ac/n/a (5GHz) ...............................................32
Wireless Security ............................................................33
What is WPA? .............................................................33
WPA/WPA2-Personal (PSK) ...................................34
Congure WPA/WPA2-Enterprise (RADIUS)....35
Network Settings ...........................................................36
Router Settings .........................................................36
DHCP Server Settings.............................................37
DHCP Reservation....................................................39
StreamBoost ....................................................................40
Advanced...............................................................................41
Server .................................................................................41
Virtual Server .............................................................42
Port Forwarding........................................................43
Firewall Settings.............................................................44
Filter....................................................................................45
Access Control...........................................................45
Access Control Wizard............................................45
Inbound Filter............................................................48
MAC Filtering Rules .................................................49
Web Filtering Rules..................................................50
DMZ ....................................................................................51
Schedules .........................................................................52
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Maintenance.........................................................................53
Admin.................................................................................53
Time....................................................................................54
System ...............................................................................55
Firmware Upgrade...................................................55
Status ......................................................................................56
Device Info .......................................................................56
Logs.....................................................................................57
Statistics ............................................................................58
Usage in Time............................................................58
Usage by Data...........................................................59
Activity Tracker..........................................................60
Connect a Wireless Client to your Router ......................61
WPS Button...................................................................................61
Windows® 8...................................................................................62
Windows® 7...................................................................................64
WPA/WPA2 ............................................................................64
WPS..........................................................................................67
Windows Vista®............................................................................71
WPA/WPA2 ............................................................................72
WPS/WCN 2.0 .......................................................................74
Windows® XP................................................................................75
WPA/WPA2 ............................................................................76
Troubleshooting ..............................................................78
Reset Router/Forgot Password ..............................................79
Wireless Basics .................................................................82
What is Wireless?.........................................................................83
Tips...................................................................................................85
Wireless Modes............................................................................86
Networking Basics...........................................................87
Check your IP address...............................................................87
Windows® 8 Users...............................................................87
Windows® 7/Vista® Users..................................................87
Windows® XP Users............................................................87
Statically Assign an IP Address ..............................................88
Windows® 8 Users ...............................................................88
Windows® 7/ Vista® Users .................................................89
Windows® XP Users............................................................90
Technical Specications ..................................................91
Contacting Technical Support ........................................92
GPL Code Statement........................................................93
Warranty.........................................................................105
Registration ...................................................................112

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Section 1 - Product Overview
Product Overview
Package Contents
Note: Using a power supply with a dierent voltage rating than the one included with the DGL-5500 will cause damage and void the warranty
for this product.
If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller.
DGL-5500 Gaming Router
Power Adapter
Ethernet Cable
Wi-Fi Conguration Card
Quick Install Guide

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Network Requirements • An Ethernet-based broadband modem
Web-based Conguration
Utility Requirements
Computer with the following:
• Windows®, Macintosh, or Linux-based operating system
• An installed Ethernet adapter or wireless adapter
Supported Browsers:
• Internet Explorer 7 or higher
• Firefox
• Safari 4 or higher
• Chrome
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
The DGL-5500 Wireless AC1300 Gaming Router provides revolutionary Gigabit 802.11ac wireless speed - up to 1300Mbps – for
awless HD video streaming to multiple devices.
The integrated StreamBoost QoS engine intelligently prioritizes bandwidth to make lag and buering a thing of the past.
StreamBoost manages your connection automatically, and gives you the power to manually route more bandwidth to a
specic activity – or even to a specic device -- intuitively creating optimal allocation. That means lag free gaming, crystal clear
FaceTime® calls, and ultra smooth HD streaming.
What does Wireless AC mean for your home network? Flawless HD video streaming, faster gaming, and lag-free Skype™ and
Facetime® calls, all with less Wi-Fi interference for smooth, lightning-fast performance. And while your home gains all the
cutting-edge benets of AC, the Wireless AC1300 Dual Band Gigabit Cloud Router is also compatible with all of your current
Wireless N products. And with four Gigabit ports, you can give your media players and gaming consoles more speed than you
dreamed possible.
The DDGL-5500 router delivers Dual Band Technology for intelligent, versatile, interference-free bandwidth. Check your email
and surf the Internet on the 2.4GHz band; or game, make Skype™ calls and stream HD movies to multiple devices using the
cleaner, interference-free 5GHz band. Whatever you like to do online, Dual Band has you covered.
* Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11ac (draft), 802.11a, 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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4
5
6
2
Hardware Overview
Connections
7
1USB Port Connect a USB printer to share on your network.
2WPS Button Press to start the WPS process. The Power LED will start to blink.
3LAN Ports (1-4) Connect Ethernet devices such as computers, switches, and game consoles.
4Internet Port Connect your broadband modem to this port using an Ethernet cable.
5Power Button Press to power the router on and o.
6Power Port Connect the supplied power adapter.
7Reset Button Press and hold the reset button with a paper clip for six seconds to reset the router to the factory default settings.

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1Power LED A solid green light indicates a proper connection to the power supply.Thelightwillbesolidorange duringboot-up
and will blink green during the WPS process.
2Internet LED A solid green light indicates a connection to the Internet port. If the LED is orange, the connection is good but
the router cannot connect to the Internet.
1
2
Hardware Overview
LEDs

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Before you Begin
Installation
This section will walk 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 the attic or garage.
• Users with DSL providers - If you are using a PPPoE connection, you will need your PPPoE user name and password.
If you do not have this information, contact your Internet provider. Do not proceed until you have this information.
• Users with Cable providers - Make sure you unplug the power to your modem. In some cases, you may need to turn
it o for up to 5 minutes.
•Advanced Users - If your ISP provided you with a modem/router combo, you will need to set it to“bridge”mode so
the DGL-5500 router can work properly. Please contact your ISP or refer to the user manual for your modem/router
device.

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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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1. Turn o and unplug your DSL or Cable modem. This is required.
Connect to your Network
Modem
2. Connect an Ethernet cable from the Internet port of the router to the Ethernet port on your DSL or Cable modem.
12V
2A
USB
WPS
1
2
3
LAN
4
INTERNET
POWER
Modem DGL-5500
Ethernet Port
Ethernet Cable
Internet Port (yellow)

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4. Plug the power back into your DSL or Cable modem. Please wait about one minute before continuing.
3. Connect another Ethernet cable from the Ethernet port on your computer to one of the LAN ports on the router.
12V
2A
USB
WPS
1
2
3
LAN
4
INTERNET
POWER
DGL-5500
Computer
Ethernet Cable
Modem DGL-5500
12V
2A
USB
WPS
1
2
3
LAN
4
INTERNET
POWER
Computer

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6. After the router has powered up, verify that the power (green) and Internet (orange or green) LEDs are both lit.
Please skip to page 18 to congure your router and use the manual setup procedure to congure your network
and wireless settings. If you did not connect to the Internet, use the D-Link Setup Wizard (refer to page 14).
5. Plug the power adapter into your router and connect to an available power outlet or surge protector. If the
Power LED does not light up, press the Power button on the back of the router.
12V
2A
USB
WPS
1
2
3
LAN
4
INTERNET
POWER
Modem
Computer
DGL-5500
Power Button

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Note: It is strongly recommended to replace your existing router with the DGL-5500 instead of using both. If your modem is a combo
router, you may want to contact your ISP or refer to the manufacturer’s user guide to put the router into Bridge mode, which will ‘turn
o’ the router (NAT) functions.
If you are connecting the DGL-5500 router to an existing router to use as a wireless access point and/or switch, you will have
to do the following to the DGL-5500 before connecting it to your network:
• Disable UPnP™
• Disable DHCP
• Change the LAN IP address to an available address on your network. The LAN ports on the router cannot accept
a DHCP address from your other router.
To connect to another router, please follow the steps below:
1. Plug the power into the router. Connect one of your computers to the router (LAN port) using an Ethernet cable. Make sure
your IP address on the computer is 192.168.0.xxx (where xxx is between 2 and 254). Please see the Networking Basics
section for more information. If you need to change the settings, write down your existing settings before making any
changes. In most cases, your computer should be set to receive an IP address automatically in which case you will not have
to do anything to your computer.
2. Open a web browser, enter http://192.168.0.1 (or http://dlinkrouter.local./) and press Enter. When the login window
appears, set the user name to Admin and leave the password box empty. Click Log In to continue.
3. Click on Advanced and then click Firewall Settings. Uncheck the Enable UPnP checkbox. Click Save Settings to continue
and then click Restart Later.
4. Click Setup and then click Network Settings. Uncheck the Enable DHCP Server checkbox. Click Save Settings to continue.
Connect to an Existing Router

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5. Under Router Settings, enter an available IP address and the subnet mask of your network. Click Save Settings to save your
settings and then click Restart Now. You will need to use this new IP address to access the conguration utility of the router
in the future. Close the browser and change your computer’s IP settings back to the original values as in Step 1.
6. Disconnect the Ethernet cable from the router and reconnect your computer to your network.
7. Connect an Ethernet cable in one of the LAN ports of the router and connect it to your other router. Do not plug anything
into the Internet (WAN) port of the D-Link router.
8. You may now use the other three LAN ports to connect other Ethernet devices and computers. To congure your wireless
network, open a web browser and enter the IP address you assigned to the router. Refer to the Conguration section for
more information on setting up your wireless network.

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There are several dierent ways you can congure your router to connect to the Internet and connect to your clients:
• D-Link Setup Wizard - This wizard will launch when you log into the router for the rst time. Refer to the next page.
• Manual Setup - Log into the router and manually congure your router (advanced users only). Refer to page 19.
Conguration

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If this is your rst time logging into the router, this wizard will
start automatically.
Note: If you are directed to the login screen, you have a dynamic
connection, and the Internet LED is green, you should be connected
to the Internet and do not need to continue.
Click Next to continue.
Quick Setup Wizard
If this is your rst time installing the router, launch your web
browser (e.g., Internet Explorer, Firefox, Safari, and Chrome), and
enter http://dlinkrouter.local./ or the router’s IP address (default
is 192.168.0.1).
Please wait while your router detects your internet connection type.
If the router detects your Internet connection, you may need to enter
your ISP information such as username and password. (See instructions
on page 16 for PPPoE and Static IP).

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If the router does not detect a valid Ethernet connection from the
Internet port, this screen will appear. Connect your broadband modem
to the Internet port and then click Connect.
If the router detects an Ethernet connection but does not detect the type
of Internet connection you have, this screen will appear. Click Guide me
through the Internet Connection Settings to display a list of connection
types to choose from.
Select your Internet connection type. You can select Username /
Password Connection (PPPoE) if you are using a PPPoE connection
(common with DSL), or select Static IP Address Connection if your IP
settings are supplied to you by your ISP.
Click Next to continue.

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If the router detected or you selected PPPoE, enter your PPPoE username
and password and click Next to continue.
Note: Make sure to remove your PPPoE software from your computer. The
software is no longer needed and will not work through a router.
If the router detected or you selected Static, enter the IP and DNS settings
supplied by your ISP. Click Next to continue.
Click either I want automatic StreamBoost updates or I decline automatic
StreamBoost updates. Click Next to continue.