D-Link RangeBooster N DIR-628 User manual

2D-Link DIR-628 User Manual
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1.1 April 15, 2008 Updated Warranty Information
1.2 May 20, 2008 Updated product images for revision A2
Preface

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Table of Contents
Preface..........................................................................2
Manual Revisions ....................................................2
Trademarks .............................................................. 2
Product Overview ........................................................5
Package Contents....................................................5
System Requirements .............................................6
Introduction.............................................................. 7
Features................................................................... 8
Hardware Overview .................................................9
Connections....................................................... 9
LEDs ................................................................10
Installation..................................................................11
Before you Begin ...................................................11
Wireless Installation Considerations......................12
Connect to Cable/DSL/Satellite Modem ................13
Connect to Another Router....................................14
Getting Started ...................................................... 16
Configuration.............................................................17
Web-based Configuration Utility ............................17
Setup Wizard ................................................... 18
Manual Configuration....................................... 22
Dynamic (Cable)...........................................22
PPPoE (DSL) ...............................................23
PPTP............................................................24
L2TP.............................................................26
Static (assigned by ISP)............................... 28
Wireless Settings .............................................29
Network Settings.............................................. 31
DHCP Server Settings .................................32
DHCP Reservation.......................................34
Virtual Server................................................... 36
Port Forwarding ...............................................38
Application Rules .............................................39
QoS Engine ..................................................... 40
Network Filters................................................. 42
Access Control................................................. 43
Access Control Wizard .................................43
Website Filters ................................................. 46
Inbound Filters .................................................47
Firewall Settings............................................... 48
SPI ...............................................................48
NAT Endpoint Filter ......................................48
Anti-Spoof Check .........................................48
DMZ .............................................................48
Application Level Gateway Configuration......... 49
PPTP Passthrough.......................................49
IPSEC Passthrough ..................................... 49
RTSP............................................................49
SIP ...............................................................49
Routing ............................................................50
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Advanced Wireless Settings ............................ 51
RTS Threshold .............................................51
DTIM Interval................................................51
WMM Function .............................................51
Wi-Fi Protected Setup...................................... 52
Advanced Network Settings............................. 54
UPnP............................................................54
WAN Ping Block ........................................... 54
WAN Port Speed ..........................................54
Multicast Streams.........................................54
Administrator Settings...................................... 55
Change Password ........................................ 55
Remote Management...................................55
Time Settings................................................... 56
SysLog............................................................. 57
Email Settings.................................................. 58
System Settings............................................... 59
Update Firmware .............................................60
DDNS............................................................... 61
System Check.................................................. 62
Schedules ........................................................63
Device Information ........................................... 64
Log................................................................... 65
Stats................................................................. 66
Internet Sessions ............................................. 67
Wireless ...........................................................69
Support ............................................................ 70
Wireless Security.......................................................71
What is WPA? ........................................................71
Wireless Security Setup Wizard ............................72
Add Wireless Device with WPS Wizard .................74
Configure WPA-Personal (PSK)............................. 75
Configure WPA-Enterprise (RADIUS)....................76
Connect to a Wireless Network ................................ 78
Using Windows Vista®............................................78
Configure Wireless Security .................................. 79
Connect Using WCN 2.0 in Windows Vista®......... 81
Using Windows®XP............................................... 82
Configure WPA-PSK ..............................................83
Troubleshooting.........................................................85
Wireless Basics .........................................................89
What is Wireless? ..................................................90
Tips........................................................................ 92
Wireless Modes .....................................................93
Networking Basics .................................................... 94
Check your IP address ..........................................94
Statically Assign an IP address ............................. 95
Technical Specifications...........................................96
Contacting Technical Support.................................. 97
Warranty ..................................................................... 98
Registration..............................................................104

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Section 1 - Product Overview
Product Overview
Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage rating than the one included with the DIR-628 will cause damage and void the warranty for this
product.
D-Link DIR-628
Rangebooster N™
Dual Band Router
Power Adapter
Ethernet Cable
CD-ROM
Stand
Package Contents

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Network Requirements
• An Ethernet-based Cable or DSL modem
• IEEE 802.11n-draft or 802.11g wireless clients
• IEEE 802.11a wireless clients
• 10/100/1000 Ethernet
Web-based Configuration
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
• Mozilla 1.7.12 or higher
• Firefox 1.5 or higher
• Safari 1.0 or higher (with Java 1.3.1 or higher)
• Flock 0.7.14 or higher
• Opera 6.0 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®XP with Service Pack 2 or Vista
• An installed Ethernet adapter
• CD-ROM drive
System Requirements

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Section 1 - Product Overview
Introduction
TOTAL PERFORMANCE
Combines award winning router features and IEEE 802.11a and Draft 802.11n wireless technology to provide the best wireless
performance
TOTAL SECURITY
The most complete set of security features including Active Firewall and WPA2 to protect your network against outside
intruders
TOTAL COVERAGE
Provides greater wireless signal rates even at farther distances for best-in-class Whole Home Coverage.
ULTIMATE PERFORMANCE
The D-Link RangeBooster N™Dual Band Router (DIR-628) is a IEEE 802.11a and draft 802.11n compliant device that delivers
real world performance of up to 650% faster than an 802.11g wireless connection (also faster than a 100Mbps wired Ethernet
connection). Create a secure wireless network to share photos, files, music, video, printers, and network storage throughout your
home. Connect the RangeBooster N™Dual Band Router to a cable or DSL modem and share your high-speed Internet access
with everyone on the network. In addition, this Router includes a Quality of Service (QoS) engine that keeps digital phone calls
(VoIP) and online gaming smooth and responsive, providing a better Internet experience.
EXTENDED WHOLE HOME COVERAGE
Powered by RangeBooster N™Dual Band technology, this high performance router provides superior Whole Home Coverage
while reducing dead spots. The RangeBooster N™Dual Band Router is designed for use in bigger homes and for users who
demand higher performance networking. Add a RangeBooster N™Dual Band notebook or desktop adapter and stay connected
to your network from virtually anywhere in your home.
TOTAL NETWORK SECURITY
The RangeBooster N™Dual Band Router supports all of the latest wireless security features to prevent unauthorized access,
be it from over the wireless network or from the Internet. Support for WPA and WPA2 standards ensure that you’ll be able to use
the best possible encryption method, regardless of your client devices. In addition, this RangeBooster N™Dual Band Router
utilizes dual active firewalls (SPI and NAT) to prevent potential attacks from across the Internet.
* Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11g and Draft 802.11n specifications. Actual data throughput will vary. Network conditions and
environmental factors, including volume of network traffic, building materials and construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate. Environmental

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Features
• Faster Wireless Networking - The DIR-628 provides up to 300Mbps* 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. The performance of this 802.11n wireless router
gives you the freedom of wireless networking at speeds 14x faster than 802.11g.
• Compatible with 802.11a and 802.11g Devices - The DIR-628 is still fully compatible with the IEEE
802.11a/g standard, so it can connect with existing 802.11a/b/g PCI, USB and Cardbus adapters.
• Advanced Firewall Features - The Web-based user interface displays a number of advanced network
management features including:
• Content Filtering - Easily applied content filtering based on MAC Address, URL, and/or
Domain Name.
• Filter Scheduling - These filters can be scheduled to be active on certain days or for a
duration of hours or minutes.
• Secure Multiple/Concurrent Sessions - The DIR-628 can pass through VPN sessions. It
supports multiple and concurrent IPSec and PPTP sessions, so users behind the DIR-628
can securely access corporate networks.
• User-friendly Setup Wizard - Through its easy-to-use Web-based user interface, the DIR-628 lets you
control what information is accessible to those on the wireless network, whether from the Internet or from
your company’s server. Configure your router to your specific settings within minutes.
* Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11a, 802.11g, and Draft 802.11n specifications. Actual data throughput will vary. Network conditions and
environmental factors, including volume of network traffic, building materials and construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate. Environmental
conditions will adversely affect wireless signal range.

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Hardware Overview
Connections
USB
Connect a USB 1.1 or 2.0 flash
drive to configure the wireless
settings using WCN.
Reset
Pressing the Reset button restores the router to
its original factory default settings.
LAN Ports (1-4)
Connect Ethernet devices such as
computers, switches, and hubs.
Internet Port
The auto MDI/MDIX Internet port is
the connection for the Ethernet cable
to the cable or DSL modem.
Power Receptor
Receptor for the supplied power
adapter.

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Hardware Overview
LEDs
Internet LED
A solid light indicates connection on
the Internet port. This LED blinks
during data transmission.
Power LED
A solid light indicates a
proper connection to the
power supply.
Local Network LEDs
A solid light indicates a connection to an
Ethernet-enabled computer on ports 1-4.
This LED blinks during data transmission.
WCN LED
Insert a USB flash drive with WCN
information. The LED will blink 3 times
if it successfully transfers the wireless
settings.
WLAN LEDs
A solid light indicates that the wireless
segment is ready. This LED blinks
during wireless data transmission.

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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 configure the router with the computer that was last connected directly to your modem.
• You can only use the Ethernet port on your modem. If you were using the USB connection before using
the router, then you must turn off your modem, disconnect the USB cable and connect an Ethernet cable
to the Internet 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.
• When running the Setup Wizard from the D-Link CD, make sure the computer you are running the CD
from is connected to the Internet and online or the wizard will not work. If you have disconnected any
hardware, re-connect your computer back to the modem and make sure you are online.

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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 difference. A solid metal door or aluminum studs may have a negative effect 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
(fish tanks), mirrors, file 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 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 off on your modem. If there is no on/off 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
Internet 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.
8. 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 15 to configure your router.
Connect to Cable/DSL/Satellite Modem

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If you are connecting the D-Link router to another router to use as a wireless access point and/or switch, you will have
to do the following before connecting the router 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 and enter http://192.168.0.1 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 Advanced Network. Uncheck the Enable UPnP checkbox. Click Save Settings
to continue.
4. Click Setup and then click Network Settings. Uncheck the Enable DHCP Server server checkbox. Click Save
Settings to continue.
5. Under Router Settings, enter an available IP address and the subnet mask of your network. Click Save Settings to
save your settings. Use this new IP address to access the configuration 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.
Connect to Another Router

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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 port of the D-Link router.
8. You may now use the other 3 LAN ports to connect other Ethernet devices and computers.To configure your wireless
network, open a web browser and enter the IP address you assigned to the router. Refer to the Configuration and
Wireless Security sections for more information on setting up your wireless network.

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Getting Started
The DIR-628 includes a Quick Router Setup Wizard CD. Follow the simple steps below to run the Setup Wizard to
guide you quickly through the installation process.
Insert the Quick Router Setup Wizard CD in the CD-ROM drive. The step-by-step instructions that follow are shown
in Windows®XP. The steps and screens are similar for the other Windows operating systems.
If the CD Autorun function does not automatically start on your computer.go to Start > Run. In the run box type
“D:\DIR628.exe” (where D: represents the drive letter of your CD-ROM drive).
When the autorun screen appears, click Install Router.
Click Install Router
Note: It is reccomended to write down the login password on the provided CD holder.

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Section 3 - Configuration
Configuration
This section will show you how to configure your new D-Link wireless router using the web-based configuration
utility.
Web-based Configuration Utility
To access the configuration utility, open a web-browser
such as Internet Explorer and enter the IP address of
the router (192.168.0.1).
Select Admin from the drop-down menu and then enter
your password. Leave the password blank by default.
If you get a Page Cannot be Displayed error, please
refer to the Troubleshooting section for assistance.

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Setup Wizard
You may click Setup Wizard to quickly configure your router.
If you want to enter your settings without running the wizard, click
Manual Configuration and skip to page 20.
Click Internet Connection Setup Wizard to begin.
If you want to configure your wireless settings, click LaunchWireless
Security Setup Wizard and skip to page 63.

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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.
Select the type of Internet connection you use and then click Next
to continue.

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If you selected Dynamic, you may need to enter the MAC address of the
computer that was last connected directly to your modem.If you are currently
using that computer, click Clone Your PC’s MAC Address and then click
Next to continue.
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.
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.