D-Link Di624 A Manual

 High-Speed 2.4 GHz
Manual
Building Networks for People
Wireless  Router
D-Link AirPlus Xtreme G
DI-624 DI-624DI-624 DI-624
DI-624
TM
Version 1.04 

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Contents
Package Contents................................................................................ 3
Introduction............................................................................................ 4
Wireless Basics .................................................................................... 8
Getting Started.................................................................................... 11
Using the Configuration...

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Contents of Package:
 D-Link AirPlus XTREME G DI-624
 High-Speed 2.4GHz Wireless Router
 Power Adapter-DC 5V, 3.0A
 Manual and Warranty on CD
 Quick Installation Guide
 Ethernet Cable (All the DI-624’s Ethernet ports are Auto-MDIX)
  Computers with Windows, Macintosh, or Linux-based
 operating systems with an installed Ethernet adapter
Package Contents
Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage rating than the one...

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Introduction
The D-Link AirPlus Xtreme G DI-624 High-Speed Wireless Router is an 802.11g high-
performance, wireless router that supports high-speed wireless networking at home, at
work or in public places.
Unlike most routers, the DI-624 provides data transfers at up to 54 Mbps (compared to
the standard 11 Mbps) when used with other D-Link AirPlus Xtreme G products. The
802.11g standard is backwards compatible with 802.11b products. This means that you
do not need to change your entire network to...

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Connections
All Ethernet Ports (WAN and LAN)
are auto MDI/MDIX, meaning you can
use either a straight-through or a
crossover Ethernet cable.
The Auto MDI/
MDIX WAN port is
the connection for
the Ethernet cable
to the Cable or
DSL modemAuto MDI/MDIX
LAN ports
automatically sense
the cable type when
connecting to
Ethernet-enabled
computers.Receptor
for the
Power
Adapter
Pressing the
Reset Button
restores the
router to its
original factory
default settings. 

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LEDs
WLAN LED
A solid light
indicates that the
wireless segment
is ready. This LED
blinks during
wireless data
transmission
POWER LED
A solid light
indicates a proper
connection to the
power supply
STATUS
A blinking light
indicates that the
DI-624 is ready
WAN LED
A solid light indi-
cates  connection
on the WAN port.
This LED blinks
during data trans-
mission
LOCAL
NETWORK LED
A solid light indicates
a connection to an
Ethernet-enabled
computer on ports 1-
4. This LED blinks
during  data trans-
mission 

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Features
WPA (Wi Fi Protected Access) authorizes and identifies users based on a
secret key that changes automatically at a regular interval, for example:
802.1x Authentication in conjunction with the RADIUS server verifies the
identity of would be clients

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Wireless Basics
D-Link 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 is a cellular computer network that transmits and receives data with radio
signals instead of wires. WLANs are used...

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The  DI-624 Wireless Broadband Router utilizes the new 802.11g standard.
The IEEE 802.11g standard is an extension of the 802.11b standard.  It increases the
data rate up to 54 Mbps within the 2.4GHz band, utilizing OFDM technology.
This means that in most environments, within the specified range of this device, you will
be able to transfer large files quickly or even watch a movie in MPEG format over your
network without noticeable delays. This technology works by...

10 Wireless Basics  (continued)
Installation Considerations
The D-Link AirPlus Xtreme G DI-624 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 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...