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... or its subsidiaries in the content hereof without prior expressed written permission from D-Link Systems, Inc. Manual Revisions Revision 1.0 Date October 8, 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. All rights reserved.This publication may not be ... in the United States or other company or product names mentioned herein are trademarks or registered trademarks of such revisions or changes. All other countries. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual
... or its subsidiaries in the content hereof without prior expressed written permission from D-Link Systems, Inc. Manual Revisions Revision 1.0 Date October 8, 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. All rights reserved.This publication may not be ... in the United States or other company or product names mentioned herein are trademarks or registered trademarks of such revisions or changes. All other countries. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual
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...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 Manual Configuration 19 Dynamic (Cable 19 Dynamic ... Firewall Settings 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
...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 Manual Configuration 19 Dynamic (Cable 19 Dynamic ... Firewall Settings 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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...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... Configure 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
...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... Configure 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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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 - 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
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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 : • ...3.0 and higher Windows® Users: Make sure you have the latest version of Java installed. Visit www.java.com to download the latest version. 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 -
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 : • ...3.0 and higher Windows® Users: Make sure you have the latest version of Java installed. Visit www.java.com to download the latest version. 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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...wireless signal range. The DIR-601 can be scheduled to those on MAC Address, URL, and/or Domain Name. • Filter Scheduling - Through its easy-to-use Web-based user interface, the DIR-601 lets you control what information is still fully compatible with 802.11g Devices - Configure your router...D-Link DIR-601 User Manual Section 1 - Product Overview Features • Faster Wireless Networking - These filters can pass through VPN sessions. The DIR-601 provides up to 150Mbps.* This capability allows users to your specific settings within minutes. * Maximum wireless ...
...wireless signal range. The DIR-601 can be scheduled to those on MAC Address, URL, and/or Domain Name. • Filter Scheduling - Through its easy-to-use Web-based user interface, the DIR-601 lets you control what information is still fully compatible with 802.11g Devices - Configure your router...D-Link DIR-601 User Manual Section 1 - Product Overview Features • Faster Wireless Networking - These filters can pass through VPN sessions. The DIR-601 provides up to 150Mbps.* This capability allows users to your specific settings within minutes. * Maximum wireless ...
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Reset Pressing the Reset button restores the router to the cable or DSL modem. Power Receptor Receptor for the Ethernet cable to its original factory default settings. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual 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. Power Receptor Receptor for the Ethernet cable to its original factory default settings. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual 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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Power LED A solid light indicates a proper connection to an Ethernet-enabled computer on the Internet port. This LED blinks during data transmission. Internet LED A solid light indicates connection on ports 1-4. Local Network LEDs A solid light indicates a connection to the power supply. This LED blinks during data transmission. Product Overview Hardware Overview LEDs WLAN LED A solid light indicates that the wireless segment is ready. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual Section 1 - This LED blinks during wireless data transmission.
Power LED A solid light indicates a proper connection to an Ethernet-enabled computer on the Internet port. This LED blinks during data transmission. Internet LED A solid light indicates connection on ports 1-4. Local Network LEDs A solid light indicates a connection to the power supply. This LED blinks during data transmission. Product Overview Hardware Overview LEDs WLAN LED A solid light indicates that the wireless segment is ready. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual Section 1 - This LED blinks during wireless data transmission.
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...need to call your ISP to change connection types (USB to the Internet and online or the wizard will not work. Do not place the router in an enclosed area such as WinPoet, Broadjump, or Enternet 300 from your computer back to your modem. If you were using the USB ...Internet port on the router, and then turn the modem back on your modem. • You can only use the Ethernet port on . Before you must turn off your modem, disconnect the USB cable and connect an Ethernet cable to the Internet. • When running the CD from is very important. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual
...need to call your ISP to change connection types (USB to the Internet and online or the wizard will not work. Do not place the router in an enclosed area such as WinPoet, Broadjump, or Enternet 300 from your computer back to your modem. If you were using the USB ...Internet port on the router, and then turn the modem back on your modem. • You can only use the Ethernet port on . Before you must turn off your modem, disconnect the USB cable and connect an Ethernet cable to the Internet. • When running the CD from is very important. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual
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...so that the wireless signals must pass through drywall or open doorways. Materials and objects such as ceiling fans, lights, and home security systems), your home or business. ...Wireless Installation Considerations The D-Link wireless router lets you are using a wireless connection from your 2.4GHz phone base is 1.5 feet thick (.5 meters), at an angle) for better reception. 3. Section 2 - Make sure your wireless devices as far away from virtually anywhere within the operating range of walls or ceilings is to maximizing wireless range is minimized. 2. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual...
...so that the wireless signals must pass through drywall or open doorways. Materials and objects such as ceiling fans, lights, and home security systems), your home or business. ...Wireless Installation Considerations The D-Link wireless router lets you are using a wireless connection from your 2.4GHz phone base is 1.5 feet thick (.5 meters), at an angle) for better reception. 3. Section 2 - Make sure your wireless devices as far away from virtually anywhere within the operating range of walls or ceilings is to maximizing wireless range is minimized. 2. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual...
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... your computer, modem, and router are powered on your router. Installation Connect to Cable/DSL/Satellite Modem If you are correct. 9. Shut down your modem. Verify the link lights on your computer and place it into ) should be lit. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual Turn the power off switch..., then unplug the modem's power adapter. Unplug the Ethernet cable (that your computer is no on/off on and verify the cable connections are connecting the router to your modem) from your computer...
... your computer, modem, and router are powered on your router. Installation Connect to Cable/DSL/Satellite Modem If you are correct. 9. Shut down your modem. Verify the link lights on your computer and place it into ) should be lit. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual Turn the power off switch..., then unplug the modem's power adapter. Unplug the Ethernet cable (that your computer is no on/off on and verify the cable connections are connecting the router to your modem) from your computer...
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...most cases, your computer should be set the user name to your network. Uncheck the Enable DHCP Server server checkbox. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual 10 Click Setup and then click Network Settings. Section 2 - The LAN ports on your computer. 2. To connect to another router to use as in Step 1. Please see...'s IP settings back to an available address on the router cannot accept a DHCP address from your network: • Disable UPnP™ • Disable DHCP • Change the LAN IP address to the original values as a wireless access point and/or switch, you will have to ...
...most cases, your computer should be set the user name to your network. Uncheck the Enable DHCP Server server checkbox. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual 10 Click Setup and then click Network Settings. Section 2 - The LAN ports on your computer. 2. To connect to another router to use as in Step 1. Please see...'s IP settings back to an available address on the router cannot accept a DHCP address from your network: • Disable UPnP™ • Disable DHCP • Change the LAN IP address to the original values as a wireless access point and/or switch, you will have to ...
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... to connect other 3 LAN ports to the router. Do not plug anything into the Internet port of the router and connect it to the Configuration and Wireless Security sections for more information on setting up your other router. You may now use the other Ethernet devices and computers.To configure your network. 7. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual 11 Section 2 -
... to connect other 3 LAN ports to the router. Do not plug anything into the Internet port of the router and connect it to the Configuration and Wireless Security sections for more information on setting up your other router. You may now use the other Ethernet devices and computers.To configure your network. 7. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual 11 Section 2 -
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...drive). Refer to the next page to manually setup your computer, go to Start > Run. Follow the simple steps below to run box type "D:\DIR601.exe" (where D: represents the drive letter of your router without the wizard. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual 12 Section 2 - The steps and ...screens are shown in the CD-ROM drive. When the autorun screen appears, click Install Router and follow are similar for the other Windows® operating...
...drive). Refer to the next page to manually setup your computer, go to Start > Run. Follow the simple steps below to run box type "D:\DIR601.exe" (where D: represents the drive letter of your router without the wizard. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual 12 Section 2 - The steps and ...screens are shown in the CD-ROM drive. When the autorun screen appears, click Install Router and follow are similar for the other Windows® operating...
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If you how to the Troubleshooting section for assistance. Configuration Configuration This section will show you get a Page Cannot be Displayed error, please refer to configure your password. 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). D-Link DIR-601 User Manual 13 Leave the password blank by default. Select Admin from the drop-down menu and then enter your new D-Link wireless router using the web-based configuration utility. Section 3 -
If you how to the Troubleshooting section for assistance. Configuration Configuration This section will show you get a Page Cannot be Displayed error, please refer to configure your password. 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). D-Link DIR-601 User Manual 13 Leave the password blank by default. Select Admin from the drop-down menu and then enter your new D-Link wireless router using the web-based configuration utility. Section 3 -
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D-Link DIR-601 User Manual 14 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. Configuration Internet Connection Setup Wizard Once logged into the web interface of the router, the Setup > Internet page will appear. Section 3 - Click the Internet Connection Setup Wizard button to page 19.
D-Link DIR-601 User Manual 14 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. Configuration Internet Connection Setup Wizard Once logged into the web interface of the router, the Setup > Internet page will appear. Section 3 - Click the Internet Connection Setup Wizard button to page 19.
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Select your time zone from the drop-down menu and then click Next to continue. Configuration Click Next to continue. Create a new password and then click Next to continue. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual 15 Section 3 -
Select your time zone from the drop-down menu and then click Next to continue. Configuration Click Next to continue. Create a new password and then click Next to continue. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual 15 Section 3 -
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If you selected Dynamic, you may need to enter the MAC address of the computer that computer, click Clone Your PC's MAC Address and then click Next to continue. Section 3 - Configuration Select the type of the Router and may be changed. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual 16 If you use and then click Next to your modem. The Host Name is the device name of Internet connection you are currently using that was last connected directly to continue. The default host name is optional but may be required by some ISPs.
If you selected Dynamic, you may need to enter the MAC address of the computer that computer, click Clone Your PC's MAC Address and then click Next to continue. Section 3 - Configuration Select the type of the Router and may be changed. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual 16 If you use and then click Next to your modem. The Host Name is the device name of Internet connection you are currently using that was last connected directly to continue. The default host name is optional but may be required by some ISPs.
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If you selected PPTP, enter your PPPoE username and password. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual 17 Note: Make sure to continue. Configuration If you the IP address, subnet mask, gateway, and DNS server addresses. The software is no longer needed and will not work through a router. Click Next to remove your PPPoE software from your ISP assigned you selected PPPoE, enter your PPTP username and password. Click Next to continue. Section 3 - Select Static if your computer.
If you selected PPTP, enter your PPPoE username and password. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual 17 Note: Make sure to continue. Configuration If you the IP address, subnet mask, gateway, and DNS server addresses. The software is no longer needed and will not work through a router. Click Next to remove your PPPoE software from your ISP assigned you selected PPPoE, enter your PPTP username and password. Click Next to continue. Section 3 - Select Static if your computer.