D-Link Router DIR-857 User Manual

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Section 1 - Product Overview
Hardware Overview
Connections
1 LAN Ports (1-4) Connect Ethernet devices such as computers, switches, and hubs.
2 Internet Port The auto MDI/MDIX Internet port is the connection for the Ethernet cable to the cable 
or DSL modem.
3 USB Connect a USB 1.1, 2.0, or 3.0 flash drive to configure the wireless settings using WCN.
4 Reset Press and hold the reset button to restore the router to its original factory settings.
5 Power Button Press the power button to power on and off. 
6 Power Receptor Receptor for the supplied power adapter. 
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Hardware Overview
Front View
1 WPS Button Press this button to add your device to an existing network or to create a new network. 
Power LED will blink on and off when WPS button is pressed
2 SD Card Port Insert  your  SD  Card  for  sharing  multimedia  files  such  as  video,  music,  and  images. You 
may access the files on the SD card by opening a web browser and enter 
\\dlinkrouter.  
The power LED will be blinking blue when the SD card is in use. Note that removing the 
SD card while the power LED is blinking will damage your SD card.
Currently FAT and FAT32 file formats support full read/write access to the SD card. Other 
formats may only support read-only.
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LEDs
1 Power LED A solid light indicates a proper connection to the power supply.
2 Internet LED A  solid  light  indicates  connection  on  the  Internet  port.  This  LED  blinks  during  data 
transmission. A solid blue light indicates that there is an Internet connection, an orange 
light indicates that there is none.
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Section 2 - Installation
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 change 
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 
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Section 2 - Installation
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  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 in use.  
						

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Section 2 - Installation
The DIR-857 includes a Quick Router Setup Wizard CD. Follow the simple steps below to run the Setup Wizard to guide you quickly through the 
installation process. 
Insert the  Wizard CD  in the CD-ROM drive. The step-by-step instructions that follow are shown in Windows® XP. The steps and screens are similar 
for the other Windows operating systems.
If the CD Autorun function does not automatically start on your computer, go to  Start > Run . In the run box type “ D:\autorun.exe” (where D: 
represents the drive letter of your CD-ROM drive).
When the autorun screen appears, click  START.
Getting Started
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Section 3 - Configuration
Configuration
This section will show you how to configure your new D-Link wireless router using the web-based configuration utility.
Quick Setup Wizard
To access the configuration utility, open a web-browser such as Internet 
Explorer and enter the IP address of the router (192.168.0.1).
You may also connect using the NetBIOS name in the address bar 
(http://dlinkrouter).
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.
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In  order  to  secure  your  new  networking  device,  please  enter  a 
password and click Next. Please wait while your router detects your internet connection type. 
Please give your network a name using up to 32 characters. 
Click Next to continue. 
   
						

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Once  this  screen  appears,  your  setup  is  complete.  Click  Save  & 
Connect to reboot the router.  Select your time zone from the drop-down menu and click  Next 
to continue. 
Before  your  router  reboots,  you  will  be  asked  if  you  want  to 
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Section 3 - Configuration
Web-based Configuration Utility
To  access  the  configuration  utility,  open  a  web-browser  such  as 
Internet Explorer and enter the IP address of the router (192.168.0.1).
You  may  also  connect  using  the  NetBIOS  name  in  the  address  bar 
(http://dlinkrouter).
Select  Admin   from  the  drop-down  menu  and  then  enter  your 
password. Leave the password blank by default.
If  you  get  a  Page  Cannot  be  Displayed  error,  please  refer  to  the 
Troubleshooting section for assistance.