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..., 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 such revisions or changes. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual All rights reserved.This publication may not be reproduced, in whole or in the United States or other company...
..., 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 such revisions or changes. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual All rights reserved.This publication may not be reproduced, in whole or in the United States or other company...
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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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D-Link DIR-601 User Manual 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. Section 1 -
D-Link DIR-601 User Manual 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. Section 1 -
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... latest version of Java installed. 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 Service Pack 2 or Vista® • An installed Ethernet adapter • CD-ROM drive D-Link DIR-601 User Manual
... latest version of Java installed. 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 Service Pack 2 or Vista® • An installed Ethernet adapter • CD-ROM drive D-Link DIR-601 User Manual
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...filters can securely access corporate networks. • User-friendly Setup Wizard - Actual data throughput will adversely affect wireless signal range. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual The DIR-601 can connect with existing 802.11g PCI, USB and Cardbus adapters. • Advanced Firewall Features - Configure your...802.11g standard, so it can pass through VPN sessions. The DIR-601 is accessible to your specific settings within minutes. * Maximum wireless signal rate derived from your router to those on the wireless network, whether from the Internet or from IEEE Standard 802.11g...
...filters can securely access corporate networks. • User-friendly Setup Wizard - Actual data throughput will adversely affect wireless signal range. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual The DIR-601 can connect with existing 802.11g PCI, USB and Cardbus adapters. • Advanced Firewall Features - Configure your...802.11g standard, so it can pass through VPN sessions. The DIR-601 is accessible to your specific settings within minutes. * Maximum wireless signal rate derived from your router to those on the wireless network, whether from the Internet or from IEEE Standard 802.11g...
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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. 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. Section 1 - 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. 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. Section 1 - D-Link DIR-601 User Manual
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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. This LED blinks during data transmission. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual This LED blinks during data transmission. 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. Local Network LEDs A solid light indicates a connection to the power supply. Section 1 -
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. This LED blinks during data transmission. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual This LED blinks during data transmission. 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. Local Network LEDs A solid light indicates a connection to the power supply. Section 1 -
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...change connection types (USB to the Internet. • When running the CD from is very important. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual Installation Installation This section will not work. Placement of the router is connected to the Internet and online or the wizard will walk you will not be able to ...an enclosed area such as WinPoet, Broadjump, or Enternet 300 from the D-Link CD, make sure you are online. Do not place the router in the attic or garage. Before you Begin • Please configure the router with the computer that was last connected directly to the modem and make...
...change connection types (USB to the Internet. • When running the CD from is very important. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual Installation Installation This section will not work. Placement of the router is connected to the Internet and online or the wizard will walk you will not be able to ...an enclosed area such as WinPoet, Broadjump, or Enternet 300 from the D-Link CD, make sure you are online. Do not place the router in the attic or garage. Before you Begin • Please configure the router with the computer that was last connected directly to the modem and make...
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...completely. Materials and objects such as ceiling fans, lights, and home security systems), your home or business. If you access your network using 2.4GHz cordless phones or X-10 (wireless products such as glass, steel, metal, walls with insulation,...will degrade your wireless network. Building Materials make a difference. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual A solid metal door or aluminum studs may limit the range.Typical ranges vary depending on range. Installation Wireless Installation Considerations The D-Link wireless router lets you are using a wireless connection from ...
...completely. Materials and objects such as ceiling fans, lights, and home security systems), your home or business. If you access your network using 2.4GHz cordless phones or X-10 (wireless products such as glass, steel, metal, walls with insulation,...will degrade your wireless network. Building Materials make a difference. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual A solid metal door or aluminum studs may limit the range.Typical ranges vary depending on range. Installation Wireless Installation Considerations The D-Link wireless router lets you are using a wireless connection from ...
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... follow the steps below: 1. Place the router in your computer. 5. Plug the power adapter to the router and connect to configure your computer, modem, and router are powered on the router. 4. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual Section 2 - If not, make sure your router. Turn on your computer. 8. Turn on the router. Verify the link lights on your modem. Turn the...
... follow the steps below: 1. Place the router in your computer. 5. Plug the power adapter to the router and connect to configure your computer, modem, and router are powered on the router. 4. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual Section 2 - If not, make sure your router. Turn on your computer. 8. Turn on the router. Verify the link lights on your modem. Turn the...
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...to your network. Make sure your computer's IP settings back to the original values as a wireless access point and/or switch, you will not have to do anything to the router (LAN port) using an Ethernet cable. Click Log In to continue. 5. Click on the...address to access the configuration utility of your settings. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual 10 Please see the Networking Basics section for more information. Click Save Settings to continue. 3. Installation Connect to Another Router If you are connecting the D-Link router to receive an IP address automatically in Step 1. ...
...to your network. Make sure your computer's IP settings back to the original values as a wireless access point and/or switch, you will not have to do anything to the router (LAN port) using an Ethernet cable. Click Log In to continue. 5. Click on the...address to access the configuration utility of your settings. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual 10 Please see the Networking Basics section for more information. Click Save Settings to continue. 3. Installation Connect to Another Router If you are connecting the D-Link router to receive an IP address automatically in Step 1. ...
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... enter the IP address you assigned to connect other router. Refer to your wireless network. Connect an Ethernet cable in one of the LAN ports of the D-Link router. 8. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual 11 Disconnect the Ethernet cable from the router and reconnect your computer to the Configuration and Wireless Security sections for more information on setting up...
... enter the IP address you assigned to connect other router. Refer to your wireless network. Connect an Ethernet cable in one of the LAN ports of the D-Link router. 8. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual 11 Disconnect the Ethernet cable from the router and reconnect your computer to the Configuration and Wireless Security sections for more information on setting up...
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... the installation process. Installation Getting Started The DIR-601 includes a Quick Router Setup Wizard CD. Insert the Quick Router Setup Wizard CD in Windows® XP or Vista®. Note: It is recommended to Start > Run. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual 12 When the autorun screen appears..., click Install Router and follow are similar for the other Windows® operating systems. If the CD autorun function does not automatically start on your router without the wizard. Section 2 -...
... the installation process. Installation Getting Started The DIR-601 includes a Quick Router Setup Wizard CD. Insert the Quick Router Setup Wizard CD in Windows® XP or Vista®. Note: It is recommended to Start > Run. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual 12 When the autorun screen appears..., click Install Router and follow are similar for the other Windows® operating systems. If the CD autorun function does not automatically start on your router without the wizard. Section 2 -...
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Select Admin from the drop-down menu and then enter your new D-Link wireless router using the web-based configuration utility. Configuration Configuration This section will show you get a Page Cannot be Displayed error, please refer to configure your password. If you how to the Troubleshooting section for assistance. Leave the password blank by default. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual 13 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). Section 3 -
Select Admin from the drop-down menu and then enter your new D-Link wireless router using the web-based configuration utility. Configuration Configuration This section will show you get a Page Cannot be Displayed error, please refer to configure your password. If you how to the Troubleshooting section for assistance. Leave the password blank by default. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual 13 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). Section 3 -
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If you want to page 19. Click the Internet Connection Setup Wizard button to quickly configure your settings without running the wizard, click Manual Internet Configuration Wizard and skip to enter 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. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual 14 Section 3 -
If you want to page 19. Click the Internet Connection Setup Wizard button to quickly configure your settings without running the wizard, click Manual Internet Configuration Wizard and skip to enter 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. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual 14 Section 3 -
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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 required by some ISPs. Section 3 - If you selected Dynamic, you may be changed. If you use and then click Next to continue. Configuration Select the type of the computer that computer, click Clone Your PC's MAC Address and then click Next to continue. The default host name is optional but may need to enter the MAC address of Internet connection you are currently using that was last connected directly to your modem. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual 16
The Host Name is the device name of the Router and may be required by some ISPs. Section 3 - If you selected Dynamic, you may be changed. If you use and then click Next to continue. Configuration Select the type of the computer that computer, click Clone Your PC's MAC Address and then click Next to continue. The default host name is optional but may need to enter the MAC address of Internet connection you are currently using that was last connected directly to your modem. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual 16
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Note: Make sure to remove your PPPoE software from your PPPoE username and password. 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. Select Static if your PPTP username and password. Click Next to continue. Section 3 - Click Next to continue. If you selected PPTP, enter your ISP assigned you selected PPPoE, enter your computer. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual 17
Note: Make sure to remove your PPPoE software from your PPPoE username and password. 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. Select Static if your PPTP username and password. Click Next to continue. Section 3 - Click Next to continue. If you selected PPTP, enter your ISP assigned you selected PPPoE, enter your computer. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual 17