D-Link DIR-605L User manual

User Manual
Wireless N 300 Cloud Router
Version 2.00 | 02/25/2013

iD-Link DIR-605L User Manual
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Preface

iiD-Link DIR-605L User Manual
Table of Contents
Preface................................................................................. i
Manual Revisions........................................................................... i
Trademarks ...................................................................................... i
Package Contents .............................................................. 1
System Requirements................................................................. 1
'FBUVSFT............................................................................................ 2
Hardware Overview..................................................................... 3
Connections ........................................................................... 3
LEDs ........................................................................................... 4
Installation ......................................................................... 5
#FGPSFZPV#FHJO........................................................................... 5
Wireless Installation Considerations...................................... 6
Connect to Cable/DSL/Satellite Modem.............................. 7
Conguration..................................................................... 8
Web-based Conguration Utility............................................ 8
Internet Setup......................................................................13
Static (assigned by ISP)................................................13
Dynamic ............................................................................14
PPPoE ................................................................................15
PPTP....................................................................................16
L2TP ....................................................................................17
Wireless Setup......................................................................18
LAN Setup..............................................................................23
DHCP Server Settings........................................................24
Time and Date......................................................................25
Parental Control ..................................................................26
1PSU'PSXBSEJOH ..................................................................27
Application Rules................................................................28
Access Control .....................................................................29
Trac Control.......................................................................30
'JSFXBMM%.;.....................................................................31
Advanced Wireless .............................................................32
Advanced Network ............................................................33
Routing...................................................................................34
Device Administration ......................................................35
Save and Restore.................................................................36
'JSNXBSF6QEBUF ................................................................37
DDNS Setting .......................................................................38
System Check.......................................................................39
Schedules ..............................................................................40
Log Settings..........................................................................41
Device Info ............................................................................42
Log ...........................................................................................43
Trac Statistics....................................................................44
Active Session .....................................................................44
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Wireless ..................................................................................45
Help .........................................................................................46
Wireless Security .............................................................47
What is WEP? ................................................................................47
Congure WEP.............................................................................48
What is WPA?................................................................................49
Congure WPA-PSK and WPA2-PSK .....................................50
Congure WPA/WPA2-PSK ......................................................51
Congure WPA, WPA2, and WPA/WPA2 (RADIUS)...........52
Connect to a Wireless Network.......................................53
Using Windows®XP ....................................................................53
Congure WEP.............................................................................54
Congure WPA-PSK....................................................................56
Setting Up Wi-Fi Protection ............................................58
(WCN 2.0 in Windows Vista) ............................................58
*OJUJBM3PVUFS$POöHVSBUJPOGPS8J'J1SPUFDUJPO.............58
Setting Up a Congured Router............................................59
Changing the Computer Name and Joining a Workgroup.. 60
Conguring the IP Address in Vista................................62
Setting Up a Connection or Network Wirelessly ...........65
Connecting to a Secured Wireless Network (WEP, WPA-
PSK & WPA2-PSK).............................................................70
Connecting to an Unsecured Wireless Network............74
Troubleshooting ..............................................................78
Wireless Basics .................................................................82
What is Wireless?.........................................................................83
Tips...................................................................................................85
Wireless Modes............................................................................86
Networking Basics...........................................................87
Check your IP address...............................................................87
Statically Assign an IP address...............................................88
Technical Specications..................................................89

1D-Link DIR-605L User Manual
Section 1 - Product Overview
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Package Contents
Note: Using a power supply with a dierent voltage rating than the one included
with the DIR-605L will cause damage and void the warranty for this product.
Note: Always attach the power cord plug to the power supply, before inserting the
power cord and connected power supply to the wall outlet.

2D-Link DIR-605L User Manual
Section 1 - Product Overview
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wireless clients. This capability allows users to participate in real-time activities online, such as video streaming,
online gaming, and real-time audio.
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t$MPVE4FSWJDF - The DIR-605L features a new cloud service that pushes information such as rmware upgrade
notications, user activity, and intrusion alerts, to the mydlink app on android and apple mobile devices. to
insure that your router is up-to-date with the latest features, mydlink will notify you when an update is available
for your router.
You can monitor a user’s online activity with real-time website browsing history, maintaining a safe and secure
environment, especially for children at home.
t&BTZ4FUVQ8J[BSE - Through its easy-to-use Web-based user interface, the DIR-605L 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 Draft 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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Section 1 - Product Overview
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router to its original factory default
settings.
Receptor for the Power Adapter.
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port is the connection for the
Ethernet cable to the Cable
or DSL modem.
LAN Ports
Connect Ethernet devices such as
computers, switches, and hubs.
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Connections

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Ethernet-enabled computer on ports 1-4. This
LED blinks during data transmission.
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A solid light indicates a proper
connection to the power supply.

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Section 2 - Installation
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.
Please congure the router with the computer that was last connected directly to your modem. Also, you can only use the
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or Ethernet 300 from your computer or you will not be able to connect to the Internet.

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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,
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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.
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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.
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range. Try to position access points, wireless routers, and computers so that the signal passes through drywall
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mirrors, le cabinets, brick, and concrete will degrade your wireless signal.
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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 you are connecting the router to a cable/DSL/satellite modem, please follow the steps below:
1. Place the router in an open and central location. Do not plug the power adapter into the router.
2. Turn the power o on your modem. If there is no on/o switch, then unplug the modem’s power adapter. Shut down your
computer.
3. Unplug the Ethernet cable (that connects your computer to your modem) from your computer and place it into the WAN
port on the router.
4. Plug an Ethernet cable into one of the four LAN ports on the router. Plug the other end into the Ethernet port on your
computer.
5. Turn on or plug in your modem. Wait for the modem to boot (about 30 seconds).
6. Plug the power adapter to the router and connect to an outlet or power strip. Wait about 30 seconds for the router to boot.
7. Turn on your computer.
 Verify the link lights on the router. The power light, Internet light, and the LAN light (the port that your computer is plugged
into) should be lit. If not, make sure your computer, modem, and router are powered on and verify the cable connections
are correct.
9. Skip to page 8 to congure your router.
Connect to Cable/DSL/Satellite Modem

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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) or http://dlinkrouter.

9D-Link DIR-605L User Manual
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Select the type of Internet connection that Easy Setup Wizard detects, type
in necessary information and then click Next
to continue.
If you selected PPPoE, enter your PPPoE username and password. Click
Next to continue.
Select Static if your ISP assigned you the IP address, subnet mask, gateway,
and DNS server addresses.
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 you selected PPTP, enter your PPTP username and password. Click Next to
continue.

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If you selected L2TP, enter your L2TP username and password. Click Next to
continue.
If you selected Static, enter your network settings supplied by your Internet
provider. Click Next to continue.
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section “mydlink account’ and complete the registration form.
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Now you can see the hint that a verication e-mail has been sent out. Open
a new browser to login your e-mail account for receiving the verication
mail.
Once the account verication phase is complete, click "congure" In the
section "mydlink account' and login mydlink account.
Click "Login"

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Now the router has successfully connected to mydlink service. You can
download the App "mydlink lite" from android market or apple store to
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Enter the IP address assigned by your ISP.
Enter the Subnet Mask assigned by your ISP.
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that you change the default MAC address unless required by
your ISP.
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MAC Address button to copy the MAC address of the Ethernet
Card installed by your ISP and replace the WAN MAC address
with the MAC address of the router. It is not recommended that
you change the default MAC address unless required by your ISP.
Enter the Primary DNS server IP address assigned by your ISP.
This is optional.
Maximum Transmission Unit - you may need to change the
MTU for optimal performance with your specic ISP. 1492 is
the default MTU.
IP Address:
Subnet Mask:
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MAC Address:
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Primary DNS
Address:
Secondary DNS
Address:
MTU:
Internet Setup
Static (assigned by ISP)
Select 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 elds must be in the appropriate IP form, which are four
octets separated by a dot (x.x.x.x). The Router will not accept the IP address if it is not in this format.
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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.
The Host Name is optional but may be required by some ISPs.
The default host name is the device name of the Router and
may be changed.
The default MAC Address is set to the WAN’s physical interface
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that you change the default MAC address unless required by
your ISP.
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Card installed by your ISP and replace the WAN MAC address
with the MAC address of the router. It is not recommended that
you change the default MAC address unless required by your ISP.
Enter the DNS (Domain Name Server) server IP address assigned
by your ISP.
Dynamic IP
Address:
Host Name:
MAC Address:
Internet Setup
Dynamic
Clone MAC
Address:
DNS
Addresses:
MTU: Maximum Transmission Unit - You may need to change the MTU for optimal performance with your specic ISP.
Access Point
Mode:
Checking this box disables NAT and turns the Router into an
Access Point only.
To manually set up the Internet connection, click the Manual Internet Connection Setup button on the Router’s opening
window.
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Select Dynamic (most common) or Static. Select Static if your
ISP assigned you the IP address, subnet mask, gateway, and
DNS server addresses.
Enter your PPPoE user name.
Enter your PPPoE password and then retype the password in
the next box.
Enter the ISP Service Name (optional).
Enter the IP address (Static PPPoE only).
Enter the Primary and Secondary DNS Server Addresses (Static
PPPoE only).
Enter a maximum idle time during which the Internet connection
is maintained during inactivity. To disable this feature,
enable Auto-reconnect.
Maximum Transmission Unit - You may need to change the
MTU for optimal performance with your specic ISP. 1492 is
the default MTU.
Select either "MXBZTPO,Manual, or Connect-on demand.
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Choose PPPoE (Point to Point Protocol over Ethernet) if your ISP uses a PPPoE connection. Your ISP will provide you with a
username and password. This option is typically used for DSL services. Make sure to remove your PPPoE software from your
computer. The software is no longer needed and will not work through a router.
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Select Dynamic (most common) or Static. Select Static if your
ISP assigned you the IP address, subnet mask, gateway, and
DNS server addresses.
Enter the IP address (Static PPTP only).
Enter the Primary and Secondary DNS Server Addresses (Static
PPTP only).
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The DNS server information will be supplied by your ISP (Inter-
net Service Provider.)
Enter the Server IP provided by your ISP (optional).
Enter your PPTP account name.
Enter your PPTP password and then retype the password in
the next box.
Enter a maximum idle time during which the Internet connection
is maintained during inactivity. To disable this feature, enable
Auto-reconnect.
MaximumTransmission Unit -You may need to change the MTU
for optimal performance.
Select either Always-on, Manual, or Connect-on demand.
PPTP:
IP Address:
Subnet Mask:
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DNS:
Internet Setup
PPTP
Choose PPTP (Point-to-Point-Tunneling Protocol ) if your ISP uses a PPTP connection. Your ISP will provide you with a username
and password. This option is typically used for DSL services.
Server IP:
PPTP Account:
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Maximum Idle
Time:
MTU:
Connect Mode:
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