D-Link DI-514 - Wireless Router User manual

D-Link Air DI-514
2.4GHz Wireless Router
Manual
Building Networks for People

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Contents
1. Package Contents ....................................................... 3
2. Introduction.................................................................. 4
3. Wireless Basics ........................................................... 8
4. Getting Started............................................................11
5. Using the Configuration Menu................................... 13
6. Troubleshooting......................................................... 35
7. Networking Basics..................................................... 40
8. Technical Specifications............................................. 55
9. Technical Support.......................................................... 57
10. Warranty...................................................................... 58
11. Registration................................................................. 62

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1. Package Contents
Contents of Package:
• D-Link Air DI-514 2.4GHz Wireless Router
• Power Adapter – 5V DC, 2.5A
• Manual on CD
• Printed Quick Installation Guide
Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage rating than the one included with
the DI-514 will cause damage and void the warranty for this product.
If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller.
System Requirements for Configuration:
• Computer with a Windows, Macintosh, or Linux-based operating
system with an installed Ethernet adapter
• Internet Explorer Version 6.0 or Netscape Navigator version 6.0
and above, with JavaScript enabled

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2. Introduction
The D-Link Air DI-514 Wireless Router is an 802.11b*wireless router with
the added benefits of myriad robust firewall features. It is ideal for those
creating their first wireless network, as well as for more advanced users
looking for additional management settings and policy-based content filtering.
Filters can be set based on MAC address, IP address, URL and/or Domain
Name.
A simple, yet intelligent, web-based setup wizard makes the DI-514 easy for
any user to quickly and securely connect computers to share a high-speed
Internet connection, files, resources, games or just to communicate. An
integrated 4-port switch allows direct connection of up to four computers.
Several wireless clients can also securely connect to the network using 64 or
128-bit WEP encryption.
Additional advanced features include pass-through of multiple concurrent
IPSec and PPTP VPN sessions for telecommuters or for anyone who needs
to transmit sensitive information more securely.
The D-Link Air DI-514 is the ideal networking solution for small offices, home
offices, schools, coffee shops and other small businesses that cater to the
public.
This manual provides a quick introduction to wireless technology and its
application as it relates to networking. Please take a moment to read through
this manual if you need to get acquainted with wireless technology.
*Maximum Wireless signal rate based on IEEE Standard 802.11b specifications. Actual data throughput
will vary. Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of traffic, building materials and
construction, and network overhead lower actual data throughput rate.

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Connections
Pressing the Reset
Button restores the
router to its original
factory default settings.
Auto MDI/MDIX
LAN ports
automatically sense
the cable type when
connecting to
Ethernet-enabled
com
p
uters.
The Auto MDI/MDIX
WAN port is the
connection for the
Ethernet cable to the
Cable or DSL modem. Receptor for the
Power Adapter.

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Features and Benefits
• Built in 4-Port Switch - Connects multiple Ethernet-enabled
(Ethernet network adapters installed) computers and devices to a
Broadband (Cable or DSL) modem to share the Internet connection
• Wireless Connection – Computers and devices with 802.11b*
compliant wireless network adapters installed can connect with the
DI-514
• Advanced Firewall and Parental Control features, accessed
through the simple and comprehensive Web-based user interface,
include:
• Content Filtering – Easily applied content filtering based on
MAC Address, IP Address, URL and/or Domain Name
• Filter Scheduling - Content filters can also be scheduled to
be active on certain days or for a duration of hours or minutes
• Network Address Translation – NAT allows you to share a
single IP address and protects you from outside intruders
gaining access to your private network
• Multiple Concurrent VPN Sessions – Supports multiple and
concurrent IPSEC and PPTP sessions, so multiple users
behind the DI-514 can access corporate networks through
various VPN clients more securely
• Simple Setup Wizard for Easy Installation – The D-Link setup
wizard simplifies the installation process, getting you up and running
in just a few clicks
*Maximum Wireless signal rate based on IEEE Standard 802.11b specifications. Actual data throughput
will vary. Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of traffic, building materials and
construction, and network overhead lower actual data throughput rate.

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LEDS
WLAN LED -
A
solid light indicates
connection to
wireless clients.
POWER LED -
A
solid light indicates
a proper connection
to the power supply.
LAN LED -
A solid light
indicates a
connection to an
Ethernet-enabled
computer on ports
1-4. This LED blinks
during data
transmission.
STATUS LED -
Blinks constantly
to indicate device
is functioning
properly.
WAN LED -
A solid light indicates
connection on the
WAN port. This LED
blinks during data
transmission.

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3. Wireless Basics
D-Link Air wireless products are based on industry standards to provide
easy-to-use and compatible high-speed wireless connectivity within your
home, business or public access wireless networks. D-Link wireless
products will allow you access to the data you want, when and where you
want it. You will be able to enjoy the freedom that wireless networking brings.
A WLAN (wireless local area network) is a cellular computer network that
transmits and receives data with radio signals instead of wires. WLANs are
used increasingly in both home and office environments, and public areas
such as airports, coffee shops and universities. Innovative ways to utilize
WLAN technology are helping people to work and communicate more
efficiently. Increased mobility and the absence of cabling and other fixed
infrastructure have proven to be beneficial for many users.
Wireless users can use the same applications they use on a wired network.
Wireless adapter cards used on laptop and desktop systems support the
same protocols as Ethernet adapter cards.
People use WLAN technology for many different purposes:
Mobility - Productivity increases when people have access to data in any
location within the operating range of the WLAN. Management decisions
based on real-time information can significantly improve worker efficiency.
Low Implementation Costs – WLANs are easy to set up, manage, change
and relocate. Networks that frequently change, both physically and logically,
can benefit from WLANs ease of implementation. WLANs can operate in
locations where installation of wiring may be impractical.
Installation and Network Expansion - Installing a WLAN system can be
fast and easy and can eliminate the need to pull cable through walls and
ceilings. Wireless technology allows the network to go where wires cannot –
even outside the home or office.

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Wireless Basics
Inexpensive Solution - Wireless network devices are as competitively
priced as conventional Ethernet network devices.
Scalability –WLANs can be configured in a variety of ways to meet the
needs of specific applications and installations. Configurations are easily
changed and range from peer-to-peer networks suitable for a small number
of users to larger infrastructure networks to accommodate hundreds or
thousands of users, depending on the number of wireless devices deployed.
The DI-514 is compatible with the following wireless products (the maximum
data transfer speed for the DI-514 is 11mbps):
 D-Link Air DWL-650, D-Link AirPlus™ DWL-650+,
D-Link AirPlus Xtreme™ G DWL-G650
Wireless Cardbus Adapters used with laptop computers
 D-Link Air DWL-520, D-Link AirPlus DWL-520+, D-Link
AirPlus Xtreme G DWL-G520
Wireless PCI cards used with desktop computers
 D-Link Air DWL 700AP, DWL-AirPlus DWL-900AP+,
DWL-2000AP+
Enhanced 2.4GHz Wireless Access Points
 D-Link AirPlus DWL-800AP+
Enhanced 2.4GHz Wireless Range Extender
 D-Link AirPlus DWL-810+
Enhanced 2.4GHz Ethernet-to-Wireless Bridge
Standards - Based Technology
The IEEE standard-based technology assures that the D-Link Air Products
are interoperable with existing compatible 2.4GHz wireless technology. This
means you will be able to transfer large files quickly or even watch a movie
in MPEG format over your network without noticeable delays.
The technology works by using multiple frequencies in the 2.4GHz range at
speeds up to 11 Mbps. D-Link Air products will automatically sense the best
possible connection speed to ensure the greatest speed and range possible
with the technology.

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Installation Considerations
D-Link Air DI-514 lets you access your network, using a wireless connection,
from virtually anywhere within its operating range. Keep in mind, however,
that the number, thickness and location of walls, ceilings or other objects that
the wireless signals must pass thru 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 DI-514 and your
receiving device (e.g., the DWL-650) to a minimum - each wall or ceiling
can reduce your D-Link Air Wireless product’s range from 3 to 90 feet (1
to 30 meters.) Position your receiving devices so that the number of
walls or ceilings is minimized.
2. Be aware of the direct line between routers and computers. 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 can impede the wireless signal - a solid metal door or
aluminum studs may have a negative effect on range. Try to position
wireless devices and computers with wireless adapters so that the signal
passes through drywall or open doorways whenever possible.
4. Keep your product away (at least 3 to 6 feet or 1 to 2 meters) from
electrical devices or appliances that generate RF noise.

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4. Getting Started
There are basically two modes of networking.
• Infrastructure – using a Wireless Router such as the DI-514, or an
Access Point
• Ad-Hoc – directly connecting to another computer, for peer-to-peer
communication, using wireless network adapters on each computer,
such as two or more DWL-650 wireless Cardbus adapters.
On the following page we will show you an example of an Infrastructure
Network using the DI-514.
The Infrastructure Network example shown on the following page contains
the following D-Link network devices (your existing network may be
comprised of other devices):
• A wireless Router - D-Link Air DI-514
• A laptop computer with a wireless adapter -
D-Link Air DWL-650
• A desktop computer with a wireless adapter -
D-Link Air DWL-520
• A desktop computer with an Ethernet adapter – D-Link DFE-530TX+
• A Cable modem - D-Link DCM-201

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Getting Started
Setting Up an Infrastructure Network
Please remember that D-Link AirPlus wireless devices are pre-configured to
connect together, right out of the box, with the default settings.
You will need a broadband Internet access (Cable/DSL)
subscription.
Consult with your Cable/DSL provider for proper installation of the
modem.
Connect the modem to the DI-514 Wireless Broadband Router. See
the Quick Installation Guide included with the router.
If you are including a desktop computer (Computer 1) in you
r
network, you can install the D-Link DFE-530TX+ Ethernet NIC
adapter into the desktop computer. See the Quick Installation Guid
e
included with the DFE-530TX+.
Install the drivers for the wireless network adapter (such as the
D-Link Air DWL-650) into the laptop computer. See the Quic
k
Installation Guide included with the DWL-650.
If you are including a desktop computer wirelessly (Computer 2),
install the D-Link Air DWL-520 wireless adapter into the desktop
computer. See the Quick Installation Guide included with the DWL-
520

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5. Using the Configuration Menu
Whenever you want to configure your network or the DI-514, you can access
the Configuration Utility by opening the web-browser and typing in the IP
Address of the DI-514. The DI-514 default IP Address is shown below:
(The IP Address shown in the example above is the default setting. If you have changed the
IP Address of the DI-514 to conform to a network, then input that IP Address in the web
browser, instead of the default IP Address shown.)
Setup Wizard
The Setup Wizard page is the first page that appears when logging into the
web-based management interface. The Setup Wizard is a utility used to
quickly configure the DI-514. It will guide you through four quick and basic
steps to help you connect to your ISP. You will be connected to your ISP
(Internet Service Provider) and have Internet access within minutes.
• Open the web browser
• Type in the IP Address of
the Access Point
• Type admin in the User Name
field (lower case)
• Leave the Password blank
• Click OK
http://192.168.0.1
admin
Connect to 192.168.0.1

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Home > Wizard
Wireless
Wireless Settings are settings for the (Access Point) Portion of the Wireless
Router. Here you can change the wireless settings to fit an existing wireless
network or to customize your wireless network.
Home > Wireless

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SSID
Service Set Identifier (SSID) is the name designated for a specific wireless
local area network (WLAN). The SSID’s factory default setting is “default”.
The SSID can be easily changed to connect to an existing wireless network
or to establish a new wireless network.
Channel
Indicates the channel setting for the DI-514. By default the channel is set to
6. The Channel can be changed to fit the channel setting for an existing
wireless network or to customize the wireless network.
WEP
Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) is a wireless security protocol for Wireless
Local Area Networks (WLAN). WEP provides security by encrypting the
data that is sent over the WLAN. The DI-514 supports 2 levels of WEP
Encryption: 64-bit encryption and 128-bit encryption. WEP is disabled by
default. The WEP setting can be changed to fit an existing wireless network
or to customize your wireless network.
Key Type
The Key Types that are supported by the DI-514 are HEX (Hexadecimal)
and ASCII (American Standard Code for Information Interchange.) The Key
Type can be changed to fit an existing wireless network or to customize your
wireless network.
KEYS
Keys 1-4 allow you to easily change wireless encryption settings to maintain
a secure network. Simply select the specific key to be used for encrypting
wireless data on the network.

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WAN
WAN is short for Wide Area Network. The WAN settings can be referred to
as the Public settings. All IP information in the WAN settings are public IP
addresses which are accessible on the Internet.
The WAN settings consist of three main options: Dynamic IP Address,
Static IP Address, and PPPoE. Select the appropriate option and fill in the
information needed to connect to your ISP.
Home > WAN
Dynamic IP Address
Choose Dynamic IP Address to obtain IP address information automatically
from your ISP. Select this option if your ISP does not give you any IP
numbers to use. This option is commonly used for Cable modem services.
Host Name: The Host Name field is optional but may be required by some
ISPs. The host name is the device name of the Router.
MAC Address: The default MAC address is set to the WAN's physical
interface MAC address on the Broadband Router. You can use the "Clone
MAC Address" button to copy the MAC address of the Ethernet Card
installed by your ISP and replace the WAN MAC address with this MAC
address. It is not recommended that you change the default MAC address
unless required by your ISP.
Please be sure
to remove any existing
PPPoE client software
installed on your
computers

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Static IP Address
Choose Static IP Address if all WAN IP information is provided to you by
your ISP. You will need to enter in the IP address, subnet mask, gateway
address, and DNS address(es) provided to you by your ISP. Each IP
address entered in the fields must be in the appropriate IP form, which are
four IP octets separated by a dot (x.x.x.x). The Router will not accept the IP
address if it is not in this format.
IP Address: Public IP address provided by your ISP.
Subnet Mask: Subnet mask provided by your ISP.
ISP Gateway Address: Public IP address of your ISP that you are
connecting to.
Primary DNS Address: Primary DNS (Domain Name Server) IP provided
by your ISP
Secondary DNS Address: optional

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PPPoE
Please be sure to remove
any Client Software program
on your computer before you
start your configuration of the
DI-514 Router.
Choose PPPoE (Point to
Point Protocol over Ethernet)
if your ISP uses PPPoE
connection. Your ISP will
provide you with a username
and password. This option is
typically used for DSL
services. Select Dynamic
PPPoE to obtain an IP
address automatically for
your PPPoE connection.
Select Static PPPoE to use a static IP address for your PPPoE connection.
Dynamic PPPoE: PPPoE connection where you will receive an IP address
automatically from your ISP
Static PPPoE: PPPoE connection where you have an assigned (static) IP
address
User Name: Your PPPoE username provided by your ISP
Password: Your PPPoE password provided by your ISP
Retype Password: Re-enter PPPoE password
Service Name: Enter the service name provided by your ISP. (optional)
IP Address: This option is only available for Static PPPoE. Enter in the
static IP address for the PPPoE connection.
Primary DNS Address: Primary DNS IP provided by your ISP
Secondary DNS Address: optional
Maximum Idle time: The amount of time of inactivity before disconnecting
your PPPoE session. Enter a Maximum Idle Time (in minutes) to define a
maximum period of time for which the Internet connection is maintained
during inactivity. If the connection is inactive for longer than the defined
Maximum Idle Time, then the connection will be dropped. Either set this to
zero or enable Auto-reconnect to disable this feature.
MTU: MTU stands for Maximum Transmission Unit. For PPPoE connections,
you may need to change the MTU settings in order to work correctly with
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your ISP.
Auto-reconnect: If enabled, the Broadband Router will automatically
connect to your ISP after your system is restarted or if the connection is
dropped.
Home > LAN
LAN is short for Local Area Network. This is considered your internal
network. These are the IP settings of the LAN interface for the DI-514. These
settings may be referred to as Private settings. You may change the LAN IP
address if needed. The LAN IP address is private to your internal network
and cannot be seen on the Internet.
IP Address: The IP address of the LAN interface. The default IP address is
192.168.0.1.
Subnet Mask: The subnet mask of the LAN interface. The default subnet
mask is 255.255.255.0.
Local Domain Name: This field is optional. Enter in the your local domain
name.

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Home > DHCP
DHCP
DHCP stands for Dynamic Host Control Protocol. The DI-514 has a built-in
DHCP server. The DHCP Server will automatically assign an IP address to
the computers on the LAN/private network. Be sure to set your computers to
be DHCP clients by setting their TCP/IP settings to “Obtain an IP Address
Automatically.” When you turn your computers on, they will automatically
load the proper TCP/IP settings provided by the DI-514. The DHCP Server
will automatically allocate an unused IP address from the IP address pool to
the requesting computer. You must specify the starting and ending address
of the IP address pool.
Starting IP address: The starting IP address for the DHCP server’s IP
assignment.
Ending IP address: The ending IP address for the DHCP server’s IP
assignment.
Lease Time: The length of time for the IP lease.