D-Link DIR-412 User manual

iD-Link DIR-412 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
Features............................................................................................ 3
Hardware Overview..................................................................... 4
Connections ........................................................................... 4
Top View................................................................................... 5
Switching Between WAN Mode/3G Router Mode .... 6
Installation ......................................................................... 7
Before you Begin........................................................................... 7
Wireless Installation Considerations...................................... 8
Connect to Cable/DSL (WAN Mode)...................................... 9
Connect to a 3G Internet Service..........................................10
Conguration...................................................................11
Web-based Conguration Utility..........................................11
Internet Connection Setup Wizard (3G Mode).........12
Manual Conguration (3G Mode).................................15
3G Internet Connection...............................................15
Internet Connection Setup Wizard (WAN Mode)....16
Manual Conguration (WAN Mode) ............................23
Static IP Address.............................................................24
Dynamic IP Address (DHCP).......................................25
PPPoE (Username/Password) ....................................26
PPTP (Username/Password).......................................28
L2TP (Username/Password) .......................................30
Russia PPTP (Dual Access)...........................................32
Russia PPPoE (Dual Access) ........................................34
Wireless Settings.................................................................36
Manual Wireless Network Setup ..............................37
Network Settings ................................................................39
DHCP Server Settings...................................................40
DHCP Reservation .........................................................41
Virtual Server........................................................................42
Port Forwarding ..................................................................44
Application Rules................................................................45
QoS Engine............................................................................46
Network Filters.....................................................................47
Website Filters......................................................................48
Firewall Settings..................................................................49
Firewall Rules...................................................................50
Advanced Wireless Settings............................................51
Wi-Fi Protected Setup .......................................................52
Advanced Network Settings...........................................53
UPnP ...................................................................................53
Internet Ping Block........................................................53
Internet Port Speed.......................................................53
Multicast Streams ..........................................................53
Administrator Settings......................................................54
Time Settings .......................................................................55
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E-mail Settings.....................................................................56
System Settings...................................................................57
Update Firmware ................................................................58
DDNS.......................................................................................59
System Check.......................................................................60
Schedules ..............................................................................61
Device Information ............................................................62
Logs .........................................................................................63
Statistics .................................................................................64
Internet Sessions.................................................................65
Wireless ..................................................................................66
Support ..................................................................................67
Wireless Security .............................................................68
What is WPA?................................................................................68
Wireless Connection Setup Wizard ......................................69
Add Wireless Device with WPS Wizard................................72
Congure WPA-Personal (PSK)...............................................73
Congure WPA-Enterprise (RADIUS)....................................74
Connect to a Wireless Network.......................................75
Using Windows® 7 ......................................................................75
Congure WPS.....................................................................78
Using Windows Vista® ...............................................................82
Congure WPA/WPA2........................................................83
Connect Using WCN 2.0 ...................................................85
Using Windows®XP ....................................................................86
Congure WPA-PSK............................................................87
Troubleshooting ..............................................................89
Wireless Basics ................................................................. 93
What is Wireless?.........................................................................94
Tips...................................................................................................96
Wireless Modes............................................................................97
Networking Basics...........................................................98
Check your IP address...............................................................98
Statically Assign an IP address...............................................99
Technical Specications ................................................100
Contacting Technical Support ......................................101
Warranty.........................................................................102
Registration ...................................................................109

1D-Link DIR-412 User Manual
Section 1 - Product Overview
Product Overview
Note: Using a power supply with a dierent voltage rating than the one included with the DIR-412 will cause damage and void the warranty for this product.
Package Contents
D-Link DIR-412 Mobile
Wireless Router
Power Adapter
Ethernet Cable
CD-ROM

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Section 1 - Product Overview
Network Requirements
• An Ethernet-based Cable or DSL modem / 3G USB Adapter
• IEEE 802.11n/g wireless clients
• 10/100 Ethernet
Web-based Conguration
Utility Requirements
Computer with the following:
• Windows®, Macintosh, or Linux-based operating system
• An installed Ethernet adapter
Browser Requirements:
• Internet Explorer 6.0 or higher
• Chrome 2.0 or higher
• Firefox 3.0 or higher
• Safari 3.0 or higher
Windows®Users: Make sure you have the latest version of Java installed.
Visit www.java.com to download the latest version.
CD Installation Wizard
Requirements
Computer with the following:
• Windows®7, Vista®, and XP (Service Pack 3)
• An installed Ethernet adapter
• CD-ROM drive
System Requirements

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•FasterWirelessNetworking - The DIR-412 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-412 is still fully compatible with the IEEE 802.11g standard, so it
can connect with existing 802.11g PCI, USB and Cardbus adapters.
•3GInternetConnectionSupport - Connect a 3G USB adapter to the DIR-412 to access 3G Internet Services.
•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-412 can pass through VPN sessions. It supports
multiple and concurrent IPSec, PPTP, and L2TP sessions, so users behind the DIR-412 can securely
access corporate networks.
•User-friendlySetupWizard - Through its easy-to-use Web-based user interface, the DIR-412 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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Section 1 - Product Overview
Hardware Overview
Connections
1 Mode Switch Use this switch to change between WAN mode and 3G Router mode.
2 Ethernet Port In WAN mode the Ethernet port is used to connect to your WAN connection. In 3G mode the Ethernet port is
used to connect to your LAN connection.
3 Power Receptor Receptor for the supplied power adapter.
4 Reset Pressing the Reset button restores the router to its original factory default settings.
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Hardware Overview
Top View
1 Power LED Lights orange during bootup. Lights green when router has booted up. A solid green light indicates a proper
connection to the power supply. If the LED blinks orange the system has failed.
2 Internet LED
A solid green light indicates a successful 3G connection. A solid orange light indicates a 3G error, a WAN failure,
or a system failure. A blinking green light indicates that the WAN connection is enabled when the Router is
operating in WAN mode.
3 WLAN LED A solid green light indicates that the wireless segment is ready. This LED blinks during wireless data transmission.
4 Ethernet LED A solid green light indicates that a link has been established. This LED blinks during data transmission.
5 WPS Button
Press theWPS button for 1 second to initiate the WPS process. The button will ash blue while a WPS connection
is being established. The button will light blue for 120 seconds (2 minutes) if a successful WPS connection has
been made.
63GUSBConnection Connect your 3G USB adapter to this port if you want to use a 3G Internet connection.
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Section 1 - Product Overview
Hardware Overview
Switching Between WAN Mode/3G Router Mode
The DIR-412 features a hardware switch that enables users to switch between WAN mode and 3G router mode.
When the DIR-412 is operating in WAN mode, WAN connectivity is achieved via the DIR-412’s Ethernet port. In this mode
LAN clients need to access the DIR-412 via the DIR-412’s wireless connection. When the DIR-412 is operating in WAN mode
network connectivity is more resilient as Internet connectivity can be failed over to a backup 3G connection, if the main WAN
connection fails.
When the DIR-412 is in 3G router mode, LAN clients can access the DIR-412 via the DIR-412’s Ethernet connection, as well as
via the wireless connection.

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Section 2 - Installation
Before you Begin
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.
• Please congure the router with the computer that was last connected directly to your modem.
• You can only use the Ethernet port or 3G adapter. If you were using an USB broadband modem before using
the router, then you must turn o your modem, disconnect the USB cable and connect an Ethernet cable to the
Ethernet port on the router, and then turn the modem back on. In some cases, you may need to call your ISP to
change connection types (USB to Ethernet).
• If you have DSL and are connecting via PPPoE, make sure you disable or uninstall any PPPoE software such as
WinPoet, Broadjump, or Enternet 300 from your computer or you will not be able to connect to the Internet.
Installation

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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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If your Internet connection is provided using a cable/DSL/satellite modem, follow the steps below before connecting the router
to a cable/DSL/satellite modem:
• If you are using the DIR-412 for the rst time, please select the 3GRouter mode rst to congure your wireless
settings. Refer to the Wireless Settings section for more information.
• After conguring the wireless settings, move the switch to the WAN Mode position and wait for the device to
reboot.
To connect to a broadband modem, or an Ethernet Internet connection such as in a hotel, please follow the steps below:
1. Unplug the Ethernet cable (that connects your computer to your modem) from your computer and place it into the Ethernet
port on the router, or connect an Ethernet cable from the Internet port to the Ethernet port on the router.
2. Plug the power adapter into the router and connect it to an outlet or power strip. Wait about 50 seconds for the router to
boot.
3. Connect the DIR-412 to your computer wirelessly using the settings (SSID, encryption key) you congured previously.
4. Verify the link lights on the router. The power light, Internet light, and the Wireless LAN light should be lit. If not, make sure
your computer, modem, and router are powered on and verify the cable connections are correct.
Connect to Cable/DSL (WAN Mode)
Internet Modem DIR-412 Computer

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If you are using a 3G USB adapter to connect to the Internet, please follow the steps below:
1. Move the toggle switch to the 3GRouter mode position and wait for the DIR-412 to reboot.
2. Insert your 3G USB adapter into the DIR-412’s 3G USB port. In most cases, the 3G adapter will automatically congure and
connect to the Internet. This process may take up to one minute. Refer to http://www.dlink.com/DIR-412 for a compatiblility
list of supported 3G adapters.
3. Plug one end of Ethernet cable into the DIR-412 and the other end into your computer.
4. Verify the link lights on the router. The power light, Internet light, and the Wireless LAN light should be lit. If not, make sure
your computer and router are powered on and verify the cable connections are correct.
Note: The 3G default setting for the DIR-412 is auto-cong and always-on reconnect mode. With this setting, the DIR-412 will connect
to the Internet automatically. If you do not want the DIR-412 to connect automatically, please disable auto-cong and change
the reconnect mode to manual.
Connect to a 3G Internet Service
DIR-412
Computer 3G Network

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Section 3 - Conguration
Conguration
This section will show you how to congure your new D-Link wireless router using the web-based conguration utility.
Web-based Conguration Utility
To access the conguration utility, open a web-browser
such as Internet Explorer and enter the IP address of the
router (192.168.0.1).
Type Admin in the User Name eld and then enter your
password. Leave the password blank by default.
Click the Login button to log in to the router.
If you get a Page Cannot be Displayed error, please refer
to the Troubleshooting section for assistance.

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Internet Connection Setup Wizard (3G Mode)
Once logged into the web interface of the router, the Setup > Internet page will appear. Click the Internet Connection Setup
Wizard button to quickly congure your router using the setup wizard.
If you want to enter your settings without running the wizard, click Manual Internet Connection Setup and skip to “Manual
Conguration (3G Mode)”.

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Click Next to continue.
Create a new password and then click Next to continue.
Select your time zone from the drop-down menu and
then click Next to continue.

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Click Connect to save your settings. Once the router has
nished rebooting, click Continue. Please allow 1-2 minutes
to connect.
Congure your 3G Internet Connection settings and then
click Next to continue.
Note: Beforechoosing3Gmode,makesurethatyourSIMcardisactivated.IfyourSIMcardisprotectedbyapersonal
identicationnumber(PIN),wesuggestyouunlockandremovethePINrst.IfyoudecidetosetaPINforthe
DIR-412,youneedtoinputthePINsettingsusingthewizardorwebconguration.ThePINdetectionstatusis
shown in below table.
PIN set for SIM card No PIN set for SIM card
Detection Detecting PIN (blue words).
Detection result SIM card is locked (red words). SIM card is unlocked (green words).
PIN input Right PIN: SIM card is ready (green text).
Wrong PIN: PIN code is wrong (red text).
3x wrong PIN: SIM card is locked by PUK
(red text).

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If you opt to set up your Internet connection manually, you will be redirected to a WAN page that allows you to congure your
3G conguration parameters.
Manual Conguration (3G Mode)
3G Internet Connection
Select whether or not to automatically congure your
3G Internet connection parameter.
Select your country from the drop-down menu.
Select your Internet Service Provider (ISP) from the
drop-down menu.
Enter the user name for your 3G Internet connection.
Enter the password for your 3G Internet connection.
Enter the dial number for your 3G service provider.
Enter the Access Point Name (APN) for your 3G service
provider.
Select the protocol from the drop-down menu.
Enter your PIN.
Displays the PIN detection status.
Enter the maximum amount of time the Internet connection should be maintained during inactivity. To disable this feature,
enable the Always-on reconnect mode.
Maximum Transmission Unit. You may need to change the MTU for optimal performance with your specic ISP. The default
is 1500.
Auto-cong:
Country:
ISP:
User Name:
Password:
Dial Number:
APN:
Authentication Protocol:
SIM Card PIN Code:
PIN Status:
Maximum Idle Time:
MTU:

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Section 3 - Conguration
Internet Connection Setup Wizard (WAN Mode)
Once logged into the web interface of the router, the Setup > Internet page will appear. Click the Internet Connection Setup
Wizard button to quickly congure your router using the setup wizard.
If you want to enter your settings without running the wizard, click Manual Internet Connection Setup and skip to page 23 .