D-Link Router DIR-655 User Manual

							
D-Lnk DIR-655 User Manual
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Table of Contents
Preface........................................................................\
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Manual Revisions  .....................................................i
Trademarks  ..............................................................i
Product Overview ........................................................1
Package Contents  ...................................................1
System Requirements  .............................................1
Introduction ..............................................................2
Features  ..................................................................3
Hardware Overview .................................................4
Connections .......................................................4
LEDs  ..................................................................5
Installation 
....................................................................6
Before you Begin  .....................................................6
Wireless Installation Considerations ........................7
Getting Started  ........................................................8
Configuration ...............................................................9
Web-based Configuration Utility  ..............................9
Setup Wizard  ...................................................10
Manual Configuration .......................................14
Dynamic (Cable)  ..........................................14
PPPoE (DSL) ...............................................15
PPTP ............................................................16
L2TP .............................................................18
Static (assigned by ISP)  ...............................20
Wireless Settings  .............................................21
Network Settings ..............................................22
DHCP Server Settings  .................................23
DHCP Reservation .......................................25
Virtual Server  ...................................................27
Port Forwarding  ...............................................29
Application Rules .............................................30
QoS Engine  .....................................................31
Network Filters .................................................32
Access Control .................................................33
Access Control Wizard  .................................33
Website Filters  .................................................36
Inbound Filters .................................................37
Firewall Settings  ..............................................38
Application Level Gateway (ALG) 
Configuration ...................................................39
Advanced Wireless Settings ............................40
Transmit Power ............................................40
 Mode  ...........................................................40
WISH Settings  .................................................41
Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) ..........................43
Advanced Network Settings .............................45
UPnP  ............................................................45
Internet Ping Block  .......................................45
Internet Port Speed ......................................45
Multicast Streams .........................................45
Guest Zone  ......................................................46
Administrator Settings ......................................47
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Change Password  ........................................47
Remote Management ...................................47
Time Settings  ...................................................48
SysLog .............................................................49
Email Settings ..................................................50
System Settings ...............................................51
Update Firmware  .............................................52
DDNS ...............................................................53
System Check ..................................................54
Schedules  ........................................................55
Device Information ...........................................56
Log  ...................................................................57
Stats .................................................................58
Active Sessions  ...............................................58
Wireless ...........................................................59
WISH  ...............................................................59
Support ............................................................60
Wireless Security.......................................................61
What is WPA?  .......................................................61
Wireless Security Setup Wizard ............................62
Configure WPA-Personal (PSK) ............................65
Configure WPA-Enterprise (RADIUS)  ...................66
Connect to a Wireless Network ................................68
Using Windows Vista®  ........................................................................\
...68
Configure Wireless Security  ..................................69
Using Windows® XP ...............................................71
Configure WPA-PSK  .............................................72
Troubleshooting ........................................................74
Wireless Basics .........................................................78
What is Wireless? ..................................................79
Tips ........................................................................81
Wireless Modes  .....................................................82
Networking Basics  ....................................................83
Check your IP address ..........................................83
Statically Assign an IP address .............................84
Technical Specifications...........................................85
Warranty .....................................................................86 
						

							

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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)
• Installation Wizard requires Windows® XP with Service Pack 2
Product OverviewPackage Contents
Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage rating than the one included 
with the DIR-655 will cause damage and void the warranty for this produc\
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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 Coverage.
ULTIMATE PERFORMANCE
The  D-Link  Xtreme  N™  Router  (DIR-655)  is  a  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 Xtreme 
N™ 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 Xtreme N™ technology, this high performance router provides superior Whole Home Coverage while reducing dead 
spots. The Xtreme N™ Router is designed for use in bigger homes and for users who demand higher performance networking. 
Add a Xtreme N™ notebook or desktop adapter and stay connected to you\
r network from virtually anywhere in your home.
TOTAL NETWORK SECURITY
The Xtreme N™ 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 WEP standards ensure that you’ll be able to use the best possible 
encryption method, regardless of your client devices. In addition, this Xtreme N™ 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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•  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 802.11g Devices - The DIR-655 is still fully compatible with the IEEE 802.11g standard, 
so it can connect with existing 802.11g 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-655 can pass through VPN sessions. It 
supports multiple and concurrent IPSec and PPTP sessions, so users behind the DIR-655 
can securely access corporate networks.
• User-friendly Setup Wizard - Through its easy-to-use Web-based user interface, the DIR-655 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  802.11g  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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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.
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.       
						

							
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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 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 chang\
e 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 b\
e able to connect to the Internet.