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... whole or in part, without obligation to make changes in the United States or other countries. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual 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 other company or product names mentioned...
... whole or in part, without obligation to make changes in the United States or other countries. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual 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 other company or product names mentioned...
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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 IP...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 IP...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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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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... 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 Section 1 - CD Installation Wizard Requirements Computer with the following: • Windows® XP with...
... 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 Section 1 - CD Installation Wizard Requirements Computer with the following: • Windows® XP with...
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... wireless signal rate derived from your router to participate in real-time activities online, such as video streaming, online gaming, and real-time audio. • Compatible with existing 802.11g PCI, USB and Cardbus adapters. • Advanced Firewall Features - The DIR-601 is... accessible to be scheduled to those on the wireless network, whether from the Internet or from IEEE Standard 802.11g and Draft 802.11n specifications. Configure your company's server. Environmental conditions will vary. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual The Web-based ...
... wireless signal rate derived from your router to participate in real-time activities online, such as video streaming, online gaming, and real-time audio. • Compatible with existing 802.11g PCI, USB and Cardbus adapters. • Advanced Firewall Features - The DIR-601 is... accessible to be scheduled to those on the wireless network, whether from the Internet or from IEEE Standard 802.11g and Draft 802.11n specifications. Configure your company's server. Environmental conditions will vary. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual The Web-based ...
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Power Receptor Receptor for the Ethernet cable to its original factory default settings. Product Overview Hardware Overview Connections Internet Port The auto MDI/MDIX Internet port is the connection for the supplied power adapter. LAN Ports (1-4) Connect Ethernet devices such as computers, switches, and hubs. Section 1 - 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. Product Overview Hardware Overview Connections Internet Port The auto MDI/MDIX Internet port is the connection for the supplied power adapter. LAN Ports (1-4) Connect Ethernet devices such as computers, switches, and hubs. Section 1 - Reset Pressing the Reset button restores the router to the cable or DSL modem. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual
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D-Link DIR-601 User Manual Local Network LEDs A solid light indicates a connection to the power supply. Internet LED A solid light indicates connection on ports 1-4. This LED blinks during data transmission. Product Overview Hardware Overview LEDs WLAN LED A solid light indicates that the wireless segment is ready. Section 1 - Power LED A solid light indicates a proper connection to an Ethernet-enabled computer on the Internet port. This LED blinks during data transmission. This LED blinks during wireless data transmission.
D-Link DIR-601 User Manual Local Network LEDs A solid light indicates a connection to the power supply. Internet LED A solid light indicates connection on ports 1-4. This LED blinks during data transmission. Product Overview Hardware Overview LEDs WLAN LED A solid light indicates that the wireless segment is ready. Section 1 - Power LED A solid light indicates a proper connection to an Ethernet-enabled computer on the Internet port. This LED blinks during data transmission. This LED blinks during wireless data transmission.
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...attic or garage. Before you are running the Setup Wizard from is very important. If you have DSL and are online. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual Placement of the router is connected to the Internet and online or the wizard will walk you are connecting via PPPoE, make sure you through the ... connect to the Internet. • When running the CD from the D-Link CD, make sure the computer you Begin • Please configure the router with the computer that was last connected directly to the Internet port on the router, and then turn the modem back on your modem. • You...
...attic or garage. Before you are running the Setup Wizard from is very important. If you have DSL and are online. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual Placement of the router is connected to the Internet and online or the wizard will walk you are connecting via PPPoE, make sure you through the ... connect to the Internet. • When running the CD from the D-Link CD, make sure the computer you Begin • Please configure the router with the computer that was last connected directly to the Internet port on the router, and then turn the modem back on your modem. • You...
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... over 42 feet (14 meters) thick! D-Link DIR-601 User Manual Installation Wireless Installation Considerations The D-Link wireless router lets you are using a wireless connection from your wireless devices as ceiling fans, lights, and home security systems), your product away (at a 45-degree angle appears to position access points, wireless routers, and computers so that the wireless signals must pass through drywall or open...
... over 42 feet (14 meters) thick! D-Link DIR-601 User Manual Installation Wireless Installation Considerations The D-Link wireless router lets you are using a wireless connection from your wireless devices as ceiling fans, lights, and home security systems), your product away (at a 45-degree angle appears to position access points, wireless routers, and computers so that the wireless signals must pass through drywall or open...
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... into ) should be lit. Verify the link lights on the router. Unplug the Ethernet cable (that your computer. 5. Do not plug the power adapter into the Ethernet port on your computer is no on the router. 4. Wait about 30 seconds). 6. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual If there is plugged into one of... the four LAN ports on the router. The power light, Internet light, and the LAN light (the port that ...
... into ) should be lit. Verify the link lights on the router. Unplug the Ethernet cable (that your computer. 5. Do not plug the power adapter into the Ethernet port on your computer is no on the router. 4. Wait about 30 seconds). 6. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual If there is plugged into one of... the four LAN ports on the router. The power light, Internet light, and the LAN light (the port that ...
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... Log In to continue. 5. Click Save Settings to continue. 3. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual 10 Open a web browser and enter http://192.168.0.1 and press Enter. Make sure your computer's IP settings back to the original values as a wireless access point and/or switch, you are connecting the D-Link router to another router, please follow the steps below: 1.
... Log In to continue. 5. Click Save Settings to continue. 3. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual 10 Open a web browser and enter http://192.168.0.1 and press Enter. Make sure your computer's IP settings back to the original values as a wireless access point and/or switch, you are connecting the D-Link router to another router, please follow the steps below: 1.
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... the D-Link router. 8. Disconnect the Ethernet cable from the router and reconnect your computer to the Configuration and Wireless Security sections for more information on setting up your wireless network. Refer to your wireless network, ...open a web browser and enter the IP address you assigned to connect other router. Do not plug anything into the Internet port of the router and connect it to your other Ethernet devices and computers.To configure your network. 7. Section 2 - You may now use the other 3 LAN ports to the router. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual...
... the D-Link router. 8. Disconnect the Ethernet cable from the router and reconnect your computer to the Configuration and Wireless Security sections for more information on setting up your wireless network. Refer to your wireless network, ...open a web browser and enter the IP address you assigned to connect other router. Do not plug anything into the Internet port of the router and connect it to your other Ethernet devices and computers.To configure your network. 7. Section 2 - You may now use the other 3 LAN ports to the router. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual...
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... on your CD-ROM drive). The step-by-step instructions that follow the on the provided CD holder. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual 12 Note: It is recommended to Start > Run. Installation Getting Started The DIR-601 includes a Quick Router Setup Wizard CD. Follow the simple steps below to run box type "D:\DIR601.exe" (where D: represents the...
... on your CD-ROM drive). The step-by-step instructions that follow the on the provided CD holder. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual 12 Note: It is recommended to Start > Run. Installation Getting Started The DIR-601 includes a Quick Router Setup Wizard CD. Follow the simple steps below to run box type "D:\DIR601.exe" (where D: represents the...
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Section 3 - 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 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.
Section 3 - 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 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.
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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. 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. 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. 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. Section 3 -
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Select your time zone from the drop-down menu and then click Next to continue. Section 3 - Configuration Click Next to continue. Create a new password and then click Next to continue. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual 15
Select your time zone from the drop-down menu and then click Next to continue. Section 3 - Configuration Click Next to continue. Create a new password and then click Next to continue. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual 15
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The Host Name is the device name of Internet connection you use and then click Next to continue. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual 16 Configuration Select the type of the Router and may be required by some ISPs. The default host name is optional but may need to enter the MAC address of the computer that computer, click Clone Your PC's MAC Address and then click Next to your modem. If you may be changed. If you selected Dynamic, you are currently using that was last connected directly to continue. Section 3 -
The Host Name is the device name of Internet connection you use and then click Next to continue. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual 16 Configuration Select the type of the Router and may be required by some ISPs. The default host name is optional but may need to enter the MAC address of the computer that computer, click Clone Your PC's MAC Address and then click Next to your modem. If you may be changed. If you selected Dynamic, you are currently using that was last connected directly to continue. Section 3 -
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Configuration If you selected PPPoE, enter your ISP assigned you selected PPTP, enter your computer. Section 3 - D-Link DIR-601 User Manual 17 Select Static if your PPPoE username and password. Note: Make sure to remove your PPPoE software from your PPTP username and password. 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 continue. Click Next to continue.
Configuration If you selected PPPoE, enter your ISP assigned you selected PPTP, enter your computer. Section 3 - D-Link DIR-601 User Manual 17 Select Static if your PPPoE username and password. Note: Make sure to remove your PPPoE software from your PPTP username and password. 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 continue. Click Next to continue.