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    DIR-120 Ethernet Broadband Router 
     
    D-Link DIR-120 User Manual          
    CONTENTS 
    About This User’s Guide........................................................................\
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    ..................................iv 
    Before You Start........................................................................\
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    ...............................................iv 
    Installation Notes ........................................................................\
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    ............................................... v 
    Installation Information ........................................................................\
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    ....................................vi 
    INTRODUCTION........................................................................\
    ........................................................................................................... 1  
    Router Description and Operation........................................................................\
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    ..................... 1 
    Front Panel........................................................................\
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    ........................................................3 
    Rear Panel........................................................................\
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    ......................................................... 4 
    CONNECTING THE ROUTER ........................................................................\
    ....................................................................................... 5  
    Connect Router to Ethernet LAN........................................................................\
    ............................................................................................................................. 5 
    Power On Router........................................................................\
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    ............................................... 6 
    Reset........................................................................\
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    .................................................................. 6 
    BASIC ROUTER CONFIGURATION ........................................................................\
    ............................................................................. 7  
    Configuring IP Settings on Your Computer........................................................................\
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    ...... 7 
    ACCESSING THE CONFIGURATION MANAGER ........................................................................\
    ....................................................... 8 
    Login ........................................................................\
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    ................................................................. 9 
    Web Manager ........................................................................\
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    ............................. 10 
    Configure Internet Connection with the Setup Wizard........................................................................\
    ....................................................... ................................. 11 
    Configure Internet Connection Manually........................................................................\
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    ........ 23 
    Network (LAN IP) Settings........................................................................\
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    ....... 34 
    Printer Setup........................................................................\
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    ............................. 36 
    ADVANCED CONFIGURATION........................................................................\
    ....................................................... .......................... 41 
    Port Forwarding........................................................................\
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    ........................ 42 
    Application Rules........................................................................\
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    ..................... 43  
    						
    							
    DIR-120 Ethernet Broadband Router 
     
    D-Link DIR-120 User Manual          
    CONFIGURING IP SETTINGS ON YOUR COMPUTER ........................................................................\
    ............................................. 64  
    TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS........................................................................\
    ....................................................... .......................... 63 
    SUPPORT........................................................................\
    ....................................................... ............................................................. 62 
    Access Control........................................................................\
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    .......................... 44 
    Website Filter........................................................................\
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    ............................ 45 
    Firewall Rules........................................................................\
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    ................................................. 46 
    Advanced Network ........................................................................\
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    ................... 47 
    QOS Engine........................................................................\
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    ............................... 48 
    TOOLS........................................................................\
    ....................................................... .................................................................. 49 
    Admin........................................................................\
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    ......................................... 50 
    Time........................................................................\
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    ............................................ 51 
    System........................................................................\
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    ....................................... 52 
    Firmware........................................................................\
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    .................................... 53 
    Dynamic DNS........................................................................\
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    ............................ 54 
    System Check........................................................................\
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    ........................... 55 
    Schedules........................................................................\
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    .................................. 56 
    Log Settings........................................................................\
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    .............................. 57 
    STATUS........................................................................\
    ....................................................... ................................................................ 58 
    Device Info........................................................................\
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    ................................. 59 
    Log........................................................................\
    ....................................................... ........................................................................\
    ............................................. 60 
    Stats........................................................................\
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    ........................................... 60 
    Active Session........................................................................\
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    .......................... 61 
    LAN Computer (DHCP Client) List........................................................................\
    ....................................................... .................................................................. 61  
    						
    							DIR-120 Ethernet Broadband Router 
     D-Link DIR-120 User Manual                                                      
    iv 
    About This User’s Guide 
    This user’s guide provides instructions on how to install the DIR-120 Ethernet Broadband Router and use it to connect a computer or Ethernet LAN to the Internet.  Before You Start Please read and make sure you understand all the prerequisites for proper installation of your new Router. Have all the necessary information and equipment on hand before 
    beginning the installation. Overview The procedure to install the Router can be described in general terms in the following steps: 
    1. Gather information and equipment needed to install the device. Before you begin the actual installation make sure you have all the necessary information and 
    equipment. 
    2. Install the hardware, that is, connect the cables (Ethernet and telephone) to the device and connect the power adapter. 
    3. Check the IP settings on your computer and change them if necessary so the computer can access the web-based software built into the Router.   
    4. Use the web-based management software to configure the device to suit the requirements of your ISP account. Packing List Open the shipping carton and carefully remove all items. In addition to this Manual, ascertain that you have: 
    •  DIR-120 Ethernet Broadband Router 
    • Power Adapter 
    • Ethernet Cable 
    •  Quick Installation Guide 
    • Manual on CD 
     If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller.  NOTE: Using a power supply with a different voltage rating will damage and void the warranty for this product 
     
     
    CAUTION: The Router must be used with the power adapter included with the device.  
    						
    							DIR-120 Ethernet Broadband Router 
     D-Link DIR-120 User Manual                                                      
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     Installation Notes In order to establish a connection to the Internet it will be necessary to provide information to the Router that will be stored in its memory. For some users, only their account 
    information (User Name and Password) is required. For others, various parameters that control and define the Internet connection will be required. Internet Connection The DIR-120is intended for use with a broadband device such as an ADSL, DSL or cable (CATV) modem. The physical connection to the Internet must first be established 
    through a broadband device, typically this should be set up as an invisible bridge. Operating Systems The DIR-120uses an HTML-based web interface for setup and management. The web configuration manager may be accessed using any operating system capable of running 
    web browser software, including Windows 98 SE, Windows ME, Windows 2000, and Windows XP.  Web Browser Any common web browser can be used to configure the Router using the web configuration management software. The program is designed to work best with more recently 
    released browsers such as Opera, Microsoft Internet Explorer® version 5.0, Netscape Navigator® version 4.7, or later versions. The web browser must have JavaScript enabled. 
    JavaScript is enabled by default on many browsers. Make sure JavaScript has not been disabled by other software (such as virus protection or web user security packages) that 
    may be running on your computer. Ethernet Port (NIC Adapter) Any computer that uses the Router must be able to connect to it through the Ethernet port on the Router. This connection is an Ethernet connection and therefore requires that 
    your computer be equipped with an Ethernet port as well. Most notebook computers are now sold with an Ethernet port already installed. Likewise, most fully assembled 
    desktop computers come with an Ethernet NIC adapter as standard equipment. If your computer does not have an Ethernet port, you must install an Ethernet NIC adapter before 
    you can use the Router. If you must install an adapter, follow the installation instructions that come with the Ethernet NIC adapter.   
      
    						
    							DIR-120 Ethernet Broadband Router 
     D-Link DIR-120 User Manual                                                      
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    Installation Information Print this page and record the listed information here in case you have to re-configure your WAN connection in the future or reset the device configuration settings. Information you will need from your Internet service provider: Username This is the Username that is used to log on to your Internet service 
    provider’s network. It is commonly in the form − [email protected]. 
    Record your info 
    here. 
    Password This is the Password that is used, in conjunction with the Username above, 
    to log on to your Internet provider’s network.  Internet Connection Type This is the method that your ISP uses to send and receive data between the 
    Internet and your computer.   Information you will need about your DIR-120 Ethernet Broadband Router: Username This is the Username you will be prompted to enter when you access the 
    DIR-120 configuration screens using a Web browser. The default 
    Username is admin.  
    Record your info 
    here. 
    Password This is the Password you will be prompted to enter when you access the 
    DIR-120’s configuration windows using a Web browser. There is no initial 
    Password.  LAN IP address for the DIR-120 This is the IP address you will enter into the Address field of your Web 
    browser to access the DIR-120’s configuration windows using a Web 
    Browser. The default IP address is 192.168.0.1.  LAN Subnet Mask for the DIR-120 This is the subnet mask used by the DIR-120, and will be used throughout 
    your LAN. The default subnet mask is 255.255.255.0.  Information you will need about your LAN or computer: DHCP Client status Your DIR-120 Broadband Router is configured, by default, to be a DHCP 
    server. This means that it can assign an IP address, subnet mask, and a 
    default gateway address to computers on your LAN. The range of IP 
    addresses the DIR-120 will assign are from 192.168.0.100 to 
    192.168.0.199. Your computer (or computers) needs to be configured to 
    Obtain an IP address automatically (that is, they need to be configured as 
    DHCP clients.) 
    Record your info 
    here.
      
    						
    							DIR-120 Ethernet Broadband Router 
     D-Link DIR-120 User Manual                                                      
    1 
    Introduction 
    This section provides a brief description of the Router, its associated technologies and a list of Router features. Router Description and Operation The D-Link DIR-120 Ethernet Broadband Router is designed to provide connectivity for your private Ethernet LAN plus one USB connected printer, to share an Internet  
    connection via a broadband technology. The broadband connection may be in any common form including DSL or cable modems.   
    The Router is easy to install and use and take just a few minutes to set up. . The D-Link DIR-120 also incorporates many advanced features, typically found in more expensive 
    routers. After completing the steps outlined in the Quick Installation Guide (included in your package) you will have the ability to share a single Internet connection as well as 
    sharing information and resources such as files and printers. 
    The DIR-120 is compatible with most popular operating systems, including Macintosh, Linux and Windows, and can be integrated into an existing network.  
     
     
     
     
      
    						
    							DIR-120 Ethernet Broadband Router 
     D-Link DIR-120 User Manual                                                      
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    Router Features The D-Link DIR-120 Broadband Router provides the following features: • 
    Broadband Connection Sharing - Connects multiple computers to a Broadband (Cable or DSL) modem to share the Internet connection. 
    • 
    Ethernet Switch - Allows sharing of an Internet connection with multiple computers and devices. 
    • 
    USB port – The USB 1.1 port is intended for printer sharing. Note: The printer must support LPR protocol.  
    • 
    VPN Supported - Supports multiple and concurrent IPsec and PPTP pass-through sessions, so multiple users behind the DIR-120 can access corporate networks through 
    various VPN clients more securely. 
    • 
    Advanced Firewall, MAC Filtering, and WebSite Filtering Features - The Web-based user interface displays a number of advanced network management features 
    including: 
    • 
    Web-Based Management - DIR-120 is configurable through any network computer’s web browser using Netscape or Internet Explorer. 
    • 
    Port Forwarding Supported - Enables you to expose WWW, FTP and other services on your LAN to be accessible to Internet users. 
    • 
    Special Application Supported - Special applications requiring multiple connections, like Internet gaming, video conferencing, Internet telephony and so on. The DIR-
    120 can sense the application type and open a multi-port tunnel for it. 
    • 
    DMZ Host Supported - Allows a networked computer to be fully exposed to the Internet. This function is used when the Special Application feature is insufficient to 
    allow an application to function correctly. 
      
    						
    							DIR-120 Ethernet Broadband Router 
     D-Link DIR-120 User Manual                                                      
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    Front Panel Place the Router in a location that permits an easy view of the LED indicators on the front panel. 
     
     
    The LED indicators on the front panel include the Power, Status, WAN, and LAN for the Ethernet ports. 
    Power Steady green light indicates the unit is powered on. Status This lights steady green when the device is first powered on, then blinks green when the system status is normal, that is, when 
    the device is functioning properly. A prolonged steady green light indicates a problem. WAN Lights steady green when the WAN (Internet) connection is established and blinks green when there is activity on the WAN 
    port.  LAN Lights steady green when the LAN (Ethernet) connection is established and blinks green when there is activity on the 
    corresponding LAN port. USB (printer) Lights steady green when the USB connection to a printer is established and blinks green when there is activity on the USB 
    port. 
    Power 
    LAN LEDs 
    Status LEDs 
    WAN LEDs 
    USB LEDs  
    						
    							DIR-120 Ethernet Broadband Router 
     D-Link DIR-120 User Manual                                                      
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    Rear Panel  Connect the AC power adapter cord and network cables on the rear panel. The power switch and reset button are also located on the back of the device.  
     
     
      
     
    Note: All ports (LAN and WAN) are Auto-MDIX. All ports also automatically connect with straight-through 
    or crossover CAT5 or better Ethernet cable. 
     
    USB Port The USB port can be used to share a printer. The printer must support the LPR protocol. LAN Ports (1 – 4) Use CAT5 or better Ethernet cabling with standard RJ-45 connectors to connect computers, switches, hubs, wireless access 
    points or any Ethernet networking device. Use the LAN LED indicators on the front panel to check the Ethernet connection WAN Port This port is where the user is to connect the Ethernet cable from an outside source that is taking the connection from your local 
    ISP. Power Adapter This is where the user will connect the power adapter, the other end of which will be connected to a power outlet. Reset Button Pressing this button will restore the DIR-120 to its factory default settings. 
     
    LAN Port 
    USB Port 
    WAN Port 
    Reset Button  
    						
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