D-Link Router DIR-655 User Manual

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Product Overview ........................................................1
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Change Password  ........................................47
Remote Management ...................................47
Time Settings  ...................................................48
SysLog .............................................................49
Email Settings ..................................................50
System Settings ...............................................51
Update Firmware...


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• D-Link DIR-655 Xtreme N™ Router
• 3 Detachable Antennas
• Power Adapter
• CAT5 Ethernet Cable
• CD-ROM with Installation Wizard, User Manual, 
and Special Offers
System Requirements
•  Ethernet-based Cable or DSL Modem
• Computers with Windows®, Macintosh®, or Linux-based  operating systems with an installed Ethernet 
adapter
• Internet Explorer Version 6.0, Mozilla 1.7.12 (5.0), or Firefox 1.5 and above (for configuration)...


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Introduction
TOTAL PERFORMANCE
Combines award winning router features and Draft 802.11n wireless techno\
logy 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 bes\
t-in-class Whole Home...


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•  Faster  Wireless  Networking  - The  DIR-655  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 650% faster than \
802.11g.
• Compatible with...


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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...

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Hardware Overview
LEDs
WLAN LED 
A solid light indicates that the wireless 
segment  is  ready.  This  LED  blinks 
during wireless data transmission.
Status LED
A  blinking  light  indicates  that  the        
DIR-655 is ready.
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....

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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. Also, you can only use 
the Ethernet port on your modem. If you were using the USB connection before using...