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...2009 Description • Revision A1 with firmware version 1.00 Trademarks D-Link and the D-Link logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual All other countries. Copyright © 2009 by D-Link Systems, Inc. Preface D-Link reserves the right to revise this publication and to notify any ...changes in the United States or other company or product names mentioned herein are trademarks or registered trademarks of D-Link Corporation or its subsidiaries in the content hereof without prior expressed written permission from...
...2009 Description • Revision A1 with firmware version 1.00 Trademarks D-Link and the D-Link logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual All other countries. Copyright © 2009 by D-Link Systems, Inc. Preface D-Link reserves the right to revise this publication and to notify any ...changes in the United States or other company or product names mentioned herein are trademarks or registered trademarks of D-Link Corporation or its subsidiaries in the content hereof without prior expressed written permission from...
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...Requirements 2 Features 3 Hardware Overview 4 Connections 4 LEDs 5 Installation 6 Before you Begin 6 Wireless Installation Considerations 7 Network Diagram 8 Connect to Cable/DSL/Satellite Modem 9 Connect to Another Router 10 Getting Started 12 Configuration 13 Web-based Configuration Utility 13 Internet Connection Setup Wizard 14 ...47 Routing 48 Advanced Wireless Settings 49 Advanced Network Settings 50 UPnP 50 Internet Ping Block 50 Internet Port Speed 50 Multicast Streams 50 IPv6 51 Link-Local Connectivity 51 Static IPv6 (Stateful 52 D-Link DIR-601 User Manual ii
...Requirements 2 Features 3 Hardware Overview 4 Connections 4 LEDs 5 Installation 6 Before you Begin 6 Wireless Installation Considerations 7 Network Diagram 8 Connect to Cable/DSL/Satellite Modem 9 Connect to Another Router 10 Getting Started 12 Configuration 13 Web-based Configuration Utility 13 Internet Connection Setup Wizard 14 ...47 Routing 48 Advanced Wireless Settings 49 Advanced Network Settings 50 UPnP 50 Internet Ping Block 50 Internet Port Speed 50 Multicast Streams 50 IPv6 51 Link-Local Connectivity 51 Static IPv6 (Stateful 52 D-Link DIR-601 User Manual ii
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...Device Information 73 Log 75 Stats 76 Internet Sessions 77 Routing Table 79 Wireless 80 IPv6 81 Support 82 Wireless Security 83 What is WPA 83 Wireless Connection Setup Wizard 84 Add Wireless Device with WPS Wizard 86 Configure WPA-Personal (PSK 87 Configure WPA-... WPA-PSK 95 Troubleshooting 97 Wireless Basics 101 What is Wireless 102 Tips 104 Wireless Modes 105 Networking Basics 106 Check your IP address 106 Statically Assign an IP address 107 Technical Specifications 108 Contacting Technical Support 109 Warranty 110 Registration 116 D-Link DIR-601 User Manual iii
...Device Information 73 Log 75 Stats 76 Internet Sessions 77 Routing Table 79 Wireless 80 IPv6 81 Support 82 Wireless Security 83 What is WPA 83 Wireless Connection Setup Wizard 84 Add Wireless Device with WPS Wizard 86 Configure WPA-Personal (PSK 87 Configure WPA-... WPA-PSK 95 Troubleshooting 97 Wireless Basics 101 What is Wireless 102 Tips 104 Wireless Modes 105 Networking Basics 106 Check your IP address 106 Statically Assign an IP address 107 Technical Specifications 108 Contacting Technical Support 109 Warranty 110 Registration 116 D-Link DIR-601 User Manual iii
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Product Overview PPraocdkuacgteOCvoenrtevnietsw D-Link DIR-601 Wireless N 150 Home Router Power Adapter Ethernet Cable CD-ROM Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage rating than the one included with the DIR-601 will cause damage and void the warranty for this product. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual Section 1 -
Product Overview PPraocdkuacgteOCvoenrtevnietsw D-Link DIR-601 Wireless N 150 Home Router Power Adapter Ethernet Cable CD-ROM Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage rating than the one included with the DIR-601 will cause damage and void the warranty for this product. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual Section 1 -
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....com to download the latest version. Product Overview System Requirements Network Requirements • An Ethernet-based Cable or DSL modem • IEEE 802.11n-draft/g wireless clients • 10/100 Ethernet Computer with the following : • Windows® XP with the following : • Windows®, Macintosh, or Linux-based operating system... latest version of Java installed. CD Installation Wizard Requirements Computer with Service Pack 2 or Vista® • An installed Ethernet adapter • CD-ROM drive D-Link DIR-601 User Manual Section 1 -
....com to download the latest version. Product Overview System Requirements Network Requirements • An Ethernet-based Cable or DSL modem • IEEE 802.11n-draft/g wireless clients • 10/100 Ethernet Computer with the following : • Windows® XP with the following : • Windows®, Macintosh, or Linux-based operating system... latest version of Java installed. CD Installation Wizard Requirements Computer with Service Pack 2 or Vista® • An installed Ethernet adapter • CD-ROM drive D-Link DIR-601 User Manual Section 1 -
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... adapters. • Advanced Firewall Features - Configure your router to those on the wireless network, whether from the Internet or from IEEE Standard 802.11g and Draft 802.11n specifications. Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of advanced network management features including: • Content Filtering - D-Link DIR-601 User Manual The Web-based user interface...
... adapters. • Advanced Firewall Features - Configure your router to those on the wireless network, whether from the Internet or from IEEE Standard 802.11g and Draft 802.11n specifications. Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of advanced network management features including: • Content Filtering - D-Link DIR-601 User Manual The Web-based user interface...
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Reset Pressing the Reset button restores the router to the cable or DSL modem. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual Power Receptor Receptor for the Ethernet cable to its original factory default settings. LAN Ports (1-4) Connect Ethernet devices such as computers, switches, and hubs. Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Overview Connections Internet Port The auto MDI/MDIX Internet port is the connection for the supplied power adapter.
Reset Pressing the Reset button restores the router to the cable or DSL modem. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual Power Receptor Receptor for the Ethernet cable to its original factory default settings. LAN Ports (1-4) Connect Ethernet devices such as computers, switches, and hubs. Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Overview Connections Internet Port The auto MDI/MDIX Internet port is the connection for the supplied power adapter.
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Product Overview Hardware Overview LEDs WLAN LED A solid light indicates that the wireless segment is ready. Internet LED A solid light indicates connection on ports 1-4. Power LED A solid light indicates a proper connection to an Ethernet-enabled computer on the Internet port. Local Network LEDs A solid light indicates a connection to the power supply. This LED blinks during data transmission. This LED blinks during data transmission. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual Section 1 - This LED blinks during wireless data transmission.
Product Overview Hardware Overview LEDs WLAN LED A solid light indicates that the wireless segment is ready. Internet LED A solid light indicates connection on ports 1-4. Power LED A solid light indicates a proper connection to an Ethernet-enabled computer on the Internet port. Local Network LEDs A solid light indicates a connection to the power supply. This LED blinks during data transmission. This LED blinks during data transmission. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual Section 1 - This LED blinks during wireless data transmission.
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...Installation Installation This section will walk you are online. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual If you were using the USB connection before using the router, then you must turn the modem back on your computer or you will not work. Do not place the router in an enclosed area such as WinPoet, Broadjump, or... will not be able to connect to the Internet. • When running the CD from is very important. Section 2 - Placement of the router is connected to your modem, disconnect the USB cable and connect an Ethernet cable to the modem and make sure you disable or uninstall any...
...Installation Installation This section will walk you are online. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual If you were using the USB connection before using the router, then you must turn the modem back on your computer or you will not work. Do not place the router in an enclosed area such as WinPoet, Broadjump, or... will not be able to connect to the Internet. • When running the CD from is very important. Section 2 - Placement of the router is connected to your modem, disconnect the USB cable and connect an Ethernet cable to the modem and make sure you disable or uninstall any...
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... wall or ceiling can reduce your adapter's range from your wireless devices as far away from 3-90 feet (1-30 meters.) Position your home or business. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual Building Materials make a difference. Try to maximizing wireless range is minimized. 2. The key to position access points, wireless routers, and computers so that generate RF noise. 5. The base...
... wall or ceiling can reduce your adapter's range from your wireless devices as far away from 3-90 feet (1-30 meters.) Position your home or business. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual Building Materials make a difference. Try to maximizing wireless range is minimized. 2. The key to position access points, wireless routers, and computers so that generate RF noise. 5. The base...
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...modem. Turn the power off switch, then unplug the modem's power adapter. Plug the power adapter to the router and connect to configure your computer is no on/off on the router. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual If there is plugged into one of the four LAN ports on your computer. 8. Wait for... the modem to boot (about 30 seconds for the router to your modem) from your computer to boot. 7. The ...
...modem. Turn the power off switch, then unplug the modem's power adapter. Plug the power adapter to the router and connect to configure your computer is no on/off on the router. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual If there is plugged into one of the four LAN ports on your computer. 8. Wait for... the modem to boot (about 30 seconds for the router to your modem) from your computer to boot. 7. The ...
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... as a wireless access point and/or switch, you will not have to an available address on the router cannot accept a DHCP address from your network. Click Save Settings to Admin and leave the password box empty. Use this new IP address to use as in the future. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual ...10 Open a web browser and enter http://192.168.0.1 and press Enter. Click Setup and then click Network Settings. Plug the power into the router. Connect one of your other router. Click on the computer is 192.168.0.xxx (...
... as a wireless access point and/or switch, you will not have to an available address on the router cannot accept a DHCP address from your network. Click Save Settings to Admin and leave the password box empty. Use this new IP address to use as in the future. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual ...10 Open a web browser and enter http://192.168.0.1 and press Enter. Click Setup and then click Network Settings. Plug the power into the router. Connect one of your other router. Click on the computer is 192.168.0.xxx (...
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Disconnect the Ethernet cable from the router and reconnect your computer to the router. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual 11 Do not plug anything into the Internet port of the router and connect it to your other Ethernet devices and computers.To configure your wireless network, open a web browser and enter the IP address you assigned to your...
Disconnect the Ethernet cable from the router and reconnect your computer to the router. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual 11 Do not plug anything into the Internet port of the router and connect it to your other Ethernet devices and computers.To configure your wireless network, open a web browser and enter the IP address you assigned to your...
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... the provided CD holder. Note: It is recommended to guide you quickly through the installation process. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual 12 Installation Getting Started The DIR-601 includes a Quick Router Setup Wizard CD. Section 2 - Follow the simple steps below to run box type "D:\DIR601.exe"... (where D: represents the drive letter of your router. You may manually configure your computer, go to ...
... the provided CD holder. Note: It is recommended to guide you quickly through the installation process. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual 12 Installation Getting Started The DIR-601 includes a Quick Router Setup Wizard CD. Section 2 - Follow the simple steps below to run box type "D:\DIR601.exe"... (where D: represents the drive letter of your router. You may manually configure your computer, go to ...
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D-Link DIR-601 User Manual 13 Section 3 - 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). If you how to the Troubleshooting section for assistance. Select Admin from the drop-down menu and then enter your new D-Link wireless router using the web-based configuration utility. Leave the password blank by default. Configuration Configuration This section will show you get a Page Cannot be Displayed error, please refer to configure your password.
D-Link DIR-601 User Manual 13 Section 3 - 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). If you how to the Troubleshooting section for assistance. Select Admin from the drop-down menu and then enter your new D-Link wireless router using the web-based configuration utility. Leave the password blank by default. Configuration Configuration This section will show you get a Page Cannot be Displayed error, please refer to configure your password.
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Click the Internet Connection Setup Wizard button to page 19. If you want to enter your settings without running the wizard, click Manual Internet Configuration Wizard and skip to quickly configure your router using the setup wizard. Section 3 - D-Link DIR-601 User Manual 14 Configuration Internet Connection Setup Wizard Once logged into the web interface of the router, the Setup > Internet page will appear.
Click the Internet Connection Setup Wizard button to page 19. If you want to enter your settings without running the wizard, click Manual Internet Configuration Wizard and skip to quickly configure your router using the setup wizard. Section 3 - D-Link DIR-601 User Manual 14 Configuration Internet Connection Setup Wizard Once logged into the web interface of the router, the Setup > Internet page will appear.
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Select your time zone from the drop-down menu and then click Next to continue. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual 15 Configuration Click Next to continue. Create a new password and then click Next to continue. Section 3 -
Select your time zone from the drop-down menu and then click Next to continue. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual 15 Configuration Click Next to continue. Create a new password and then click Next to continue. Section 3 -
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The Host Name is the device name of the Router and may be changed. The default host name is optional but may be required by some ISPs. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual 16 Configuration Select the type of the computer that computer, click Clone Your PC's MAC Address and then click Next to continue. If you may need to enter the MAC address of Internet connection you use and then click Next to continue. If you selected Dynamic, you are currently using that was last connected directly to your modem. Section 3 -
The Host Name is the device name of the Router and may be changed. The default host name is optional but may be required by some ISPs. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual 16 Configuration Select the type of the computer that computer, click Clone Your PC's MAC Address and then click Next to continue. If you may need to enter the MAC address of Internet connection you use and then click Next to continue. If you selected Dynamic, you are currently using that was last connected directly to your modem. Section 3 -
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Configuration If you the IP address, subnet mask, gateway, and DNS server addresses. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual 17 Select Static if your ISP assigned you selected PPPoE, enter your PPPoE username and password. If you selected PPTP, enter your computer. The software is no longer needed and will not work through a router. Click Next to remove your PPPoE software from your PPTP username and password. Section 3 - Note: Make sure to continue. Click Next to continue.
Configuration If you the IP address, subnet mask, gateway, and DNS server addresses. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual 17 Select Static if your ISP assigned you selected PPPoE, enter your PPPoE username and password. If you selected PPTP, enter your computer. The software is no longer needed and will not work through a router. Click Next to remove your PPPoE software from your PPTP username and password. Section 3 - Note: Make sure to continue. Click Next to continue.