D-Link Router DIR-506L User Manual

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Section 1 - Product Overview
Hardware Overview
Back
1    Battery cover Slide the battery cover to remove it and access the battery compartment.
2    Battery compartment Insert the rechargeable battery into the compartment, making sure the contact points on the battery are 
properly aligned with the contact points of the device. After proper insertion, replace the battery cover.
Note:  Using a rechargeable battery other than the one that came with your package may cause damage to your device and will void its 
warranty.
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Router Setup Diagram
The DIR-506L connects to your cable modem, DSL modem, or other Internet source and shares your Internet connection with 
your devices wirelessly, providing Internet access for an entire home or office. You can also share files with other computers 
or devices on your wireless network by using the SharePort Mobile feature. 
Note: Ensure Shareport using quality, we suggest this application can be shared with 5 users.
Cable/DSL Modem USB Storage Drive
Wireless Devices
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, 
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 
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Setting Up Your DIR-506L
1.   Plug  in  your  DIR-506L  mini-USB  to  a  powered  USB  port  on 
a  computer  to  begin  use. This  will  also  charge  the  battery  if 
you have one installed. Verify that the device status LED is on 
before continuing.
2.   Use  the  following  information  to  connect  to  your  DIR-506L 
wirelessly:
  Default WiFi SSID: dlink_DIR-506L
  Default Password: 0266000123
3.  Open your web browser, and type http://192.168.0.1 or 
http://dlinkrouter.local. in the address bar to begin the 
Setup Wizard.
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This  wizard  is  designed  to  guide  you  through  a  step-by-step 
process to configure your new D-Link router and connect to the 
Internet.
Click Next to continue. 
Initial Setup Wizard
If you chose Router mode, the DIR-506L will try to detect what 
type of Internet connection you have and will ask you for the 
related  settings.  Enter  the  settings  for  your  connection  and 
click Next.
If your Internet connection cannot be detected(or if you click 
the  Prev  button  after  the  previous  step),  you  will  need  to 
select which type of Internet connection you have. Select your 
Internet connection type, then click the  Next button and enter 
the related settings.
Note :  Most  cable  modem  connections  use  DHCP,  and  most 
DSL modem connections use  PPPoE. If you are not sure which 
connection type you use or what settings to enter, contact your 
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Create  a  wireless  security  passphrase  or  key  (between  8-63 
characters).  Your wireless clients will need to have this passphrase 
or key entered to be able to connect to your wireless network.
Click Next to continue.
Enter a password to secure configuration access to your router. 
Please  note  that  this  password  will  be  used  to  log  in  to  the 
configuration  interface,  but  is  not  the  same  as  the  password 
used  for  your  wireless  network.  Check  the  Enable  Graphical 
Authentication  box to enable CAPTCHA authentication for added 
security. Click Next to continue.
Select your time zone from the drop-down menu and click  Next 
to continue. 
Setup  is  complete,  and  your  wireless  net work  name  and 
password will be displayed. It is recommended that you write this 
information  down  for  future  reference.  Click  Save to  save  your 
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2.  Use your iOS or Android mobile device to scan the QR code to the right 
to download the SharePort Mobile app.
  You  can  also  search  for  the  SharePort  Mobile app  directly  in  the  iOS 
App Store or the Android Market/Google Play.
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Plug your USB flash drive into the USB port on top of the DIR-506L.
Note: Don’t unplug USB  to avoid USB crash during USB LED flashing.
SharePort Mobile App (iOS, Android)
The SharePort Mobile app allows you to remotely access files stored on a USB flash drive or USB external hard drive connected to the DIR-506L. For 
more information on using this feature, please refer to “Storage” on page 44.
Note:  The SharePort Web/SharePort Mobile feature of the DIR-506L can only be used when the device is configured for  Router mode in the wireless 
settings. 
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4.  From your iOS mobile device, tap Settings. 
5.  Click  Wi-Fi  and select the network (SSID) that you assigned during initial 
setup. Then, enter your Wi-Fi password. 
6.  Once  connected,  tap  the  SharePort icon,  and  the  SharePort  app  will 
load.
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7.   Tap  on  the  Settings  gear  icon  located  on  the  right  top  corner  of  the 
screen.  Then,  click  Edit  to  enter  your  User  Name  and  Password.  Once 
you finish, click Done to continue.
8.  You  can  now  use  the  SharePort  Mobile  app  to  access  the  files  on  your 
USB storage drive.
Note:  If  you  connect  a  USB  storage  drive  with  many  files  or  with  a  large 
capacity,  it  may  take  a  while  for  the  DIR-506L  to  scan  and  catalog 
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1.  Use your iOS mobile device to scan the QR code to the right to 
download the QRS Mobile app from the App Store.
2. From your mobile device, go to Settings, and then go to Wi-Fi.
3.  Use the following information to connect to your DIR-506L wirelessly:
  Default WiFi SSID: dlink_DIR-506L
  Default Password: 0266000123
QRS Mobile App Setup (iOS)
Settings