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D-Link DIR-657 User Manual i Copyright © 2011 by D-Link Systems, Inc. Revision 1.0 Manual Revisions Date February 18, 2011 • Initial release Description Trademarks D-Link and the D-Link logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. All rights reserved. ...without obligation to notify any person or organization of D-Link Corporation or its subsidiaries in the content hereof without prior expressed written permission from D-Link Systems, Inc. All other countries. Preface D-Link reserves the right to revise this publication and to ...
D-Link DIR-657 User Manual i Copyright © 2011 by D-Link Systems, Inc. Revision 1.0 Manual Revisions Date February 18, 2011 • Initial release Description Trademarks D-Link and the D-Link logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. All rights reserved. ...without obligation to notify any person or organization of D-Link Corporation or its subsidiaries in the content hereof without prior expressed written permission from D-Link Systems, Inc. All other countries. Preface D-Link reserves the right to revise this publication and to ...
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... in IPv4 Tunneling (Stateful 37 IPv6 in IPv4 Tunneling (Stateless 38 6 to 4 Tunneling (Stateful 39 6 to 4 Tunneling (Stateless 40 6rd (Stateless 41 6rd (Stateful 42 Link-Local Connectivity 43 D-Link DIR-657 User Manual ii
... in IPv4 Tunneling (Stateful 37 IPv6 in IPv4 Tunneling (Stateless 38 6 to 4 Tunneling (Stateful 39 6 to 4 Tunneling (Stateless 40 6rd (Stateless 41 6rd (Stateful 42 Link-Local Connectivity 43 D-Link DIR-657 User Manual ii
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... Streams 63 Guest Zone 64 IPv6 Firewall 65 IPv6 Routing 66 Administrator Settings 67 Time Settings 68 SysLog...69 Email Settings 70 System Settings 71 D-Link DIR-657 User Manual Update Firmware 72 DDNS...73 System Check 74 Schedules 75 Device Information 76 Log...77 Stats...78 Active Sessions 78 Wireless...79 IPv6...
... Streams 63 Guest Zone 64 IPv6 Firewall 65 IPv6 Routing 66 Administrator Settings 67 Time Settings 68 SysLog...69 Email Settings 70 System Settings 71 D-Link DIR-657 User Manual Update Firmware 72 DDNS...73 System Check 74 Schedules 75 Device Information 76 Log...77 Stats...78 Active Sessions 78 Wireless...79 IPv6...
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Table of Contents Tips...109 Wireless Modes 110 Networking Basics 111 Check your IP address 111 Technical Specifications 113 Contacting Technical Support 114 Warranty 115 Registration 121 D-Link DIR-657 User Manual iv
Table of Contents Tips...109 Wireless Modes 110 Networking Basics 111 Check your IP address 111 Technical Specifications 113 Contacting Technical Support 114 Warranty 115 Registration 121 D-Link DIR-657 User Manual iv
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Product Overview PProacdkuacgteOCvoentrevnietsw DIR-657 HD Media Router 1000 Ethernet Cable Power Adapter CD-ROM with the DIR-657 will cause damage and void the warranty. Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage rating than the one included with Manual and Setup Wizard If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller. D-Link DIR-657 User Manual 1 Section 1 -
Product Overview PProacdkuacgteOCvoentrevnietsw DIR-657 HD Media Router 1000 Ethernet Cable Power Adapter CD-ROM with the DIR-657 will cause damage and void the warranty. Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage rating than the one included with Manual and Setup Wizard If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller. D-Link DIR-657 User Manual 1 Section 1 -
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... higher • Chrome 2.0 or higher • Firefox 3.0 or higher • Safari 3.0 or higher (with Service Pack 2 • An installed Ethernet adapter • CD-ROM drive D-Link DIR-657 User Manual 2 Product Overview System Requirements Network Requirements • An Ethernet-based Cable or DSL modem • IEEE 802.11n or 802.11g wireless clients...
... higher • Chrome 2.0 or higher • Firefox 3.0 or higher • Safari 3.0 or higher (with Service Pack 2 • An installed Ethernet adapter • CD-ROM drive D-Link DIR-657 User Manual 2 Product Overview System Requirements Network Requirements • An Ethernet-based Cable or DSL modem • IEEE 802.11n or 802.11g wireless clients...
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...to 650% faster than an 802.11g wireless connection (also faster than a 100Mbps wired Ethernet connection). ULTIMATE PERFORMANCE The D-Link HD Media Router 1000 (DIR-657) is designed for users who demand higher performance networking. Connect the HD Media Router 1000 to prevent potential attacks from ..., this Router includes a Quality of the latest wireless security features to protect your high-speed Internet access with everyone on the network. D-Link DIR-657 User Manual 3 In addition, this HD Media Router 1000 utilizes dual active firewalls (SPI and NAT) to a cable or DSL modem ...
...to 650% faster than an 802.11g wireless connection (also faster than a 100Mbps wired Ethernet connection). ULTIMATE PERFORMANCE The D-Link HD Media Router 1000 (DIR-657) is designed for users who demand higher performance networking. Connect the HD Media Router 1000 to prevent potential attacks from ..., this Router includes a Quality of the latest wireless security features to protect your high-speed Internet access with everyone on the network. D-Link DIR-657 User Manual 3 In addition, this HD Media Router 1000 utilizes dual active firewalls (SPI and NAT) to a cable or DSL modem ...
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... a number of network traffic, building materials and construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate. The DIR-657 can be scheduled to your specific settings within minutes. * Maximum wireless signal rate derived from your company's server....Setup Wizard - Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of advanced network management features including: • Content Filtering - D-Link DIR-657 User Manual 4 Product Overview Features • Faster Wireless Networking - Easily applied content filtering based on the wireless network, whether...
... a number of network traffic, building materials and construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate. The DIR-657 can be scheduled to your specific settings within minutes. * Maximum wireless signal rate derived from your company's server....Setup Wizard - Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of advanced network management features including: • Content Filtering - D-Link DIR-657 User Manual 4 Product Overview Features • Faster Wireless Networking - Easily applied content filtering based on the wireless network, whether...
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...; SD Card Slot to share music/video/images • HD Fuel™ for smooth video streaming and online gaming • D-Link Green™ • Wi-PnP for Video Quality - Through the SharePort™ Plus Utility, you can connect multifunction printers to ...Product Overview • Fast and Guarantee Wireless Streaming for easy wireless setup (required USB thumb drive) • Supports IPv6 D-Link DIR-657 User Manual 5 The DIR-657 Wireless N 1000 Media Router offers stability, fast wireless, and guaranteed performance for media streaming using the newest streaming engine technology...
...; SD Card Slot to share music/video/images • HD Fuel™ for smooth video streaming and online gaming • D-Link Green™ • Wi-PnP for Video Quality - Through the SharePort™ Plus Utility, you can connect multifunction printers to ...Product Overview • Fast and Guarantee Wireless Streaming for easy wireless setup (required USB thumb drive) • Supports IPv6 D-Link DIR-657 User Manual 5 The DIR-657 Wireless N 1000 Media Router offers stability, fast wireless, and guaranteed performance for media streaming using the newest streaming engine technology...
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D-Link DIR-657 User Manual 6 Product Overview Hardware Overview Connections 1 2 3 45 6 1 LAN Ports (1-4) Connect Ethernet devices such as computers, switches, and hubs. 2 Internet Port The auto MDI/MDIX ...
D-Link DIR-657 User Manual 6 Product Overview Hardware Overview Connections 1 2 3 45 6 1 LAN Ports (1-4) Connect Ethernet devices such as computers, switches, and hubs. 2 Internet Port The auto MDI/MDIX ...
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Refer to create a new network. D-Link DIR-657 User Manual 7 You may access the files on and off when WPS button is solid blue. Product Overview Hardware Overview Front View 1 2 1 WPS Button Press ...
Refer to create a new network. D-Link DIR-657 User Manual 7 You may access the files on and off when WPS button is solid blue. Product Overview Hardware Overview Front View 1 2 1 WPS Button Press ...
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A solid light indicates connection on the Internet port. Section 1 - A solid blue light indicates that there is an Internet connection, an orange light indicates that there is none. D-Link DIR-657 User Manual 8 Product Overview LEDs 12 1 Power LED A solid light indicates a proper connection to the power supply. This LED blinks during data 2 Internet LED transmission.
A solid light indicates connection on the Internet port. Section 1 - A solid blue light indicates that there is an Internet connection, an orange light indicates that there is none. D-Link DIR-657 User Manual 8 Product Overview LEDs 12 1 Power LED A solid light indicates a proper connection to the power supply. This LED blinks during data 2 Internet LED transmission.
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... the router in the attic or garage. Also, you Begin Please configure the router with the computer that was last connected directly to the Internet. D-Link DIR-657 User Manual 9 Placement of the router is very important. In some cases, you must turn off your modem, disconnect the USB cable and connect an...
... the router in the attic or garage. Also, you Begin Please configure the router with the computer that was last connected directly to the Internet. D-Link DIR-657 User Manual 9 Placement of the router is very important. In some cases, you must turn off your modem, disconnect the USB cable and connect an...
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...and other objects that the number of your wireless network. Position devices so that is minimized. 2. Building Materials make a difference. Installation Wireless Installation Considerations The D-Link wireless router lets you are using a wireless connection from 3-90 feet (1-30 meters.) Position your wireless connection may degrade dramatically or drop completely. Be aware... ceiling (instead of materials and background RF (radio frequency) noise in use. Materials and objects such as possible. Typical ranges vary depending on range. Section 2 - D-Link DIR-657 User Manual 10
...and other objects that the number of your wireless network. Position devices so that is minimized. 2. Building Materials make a difference. Installation Wireless Installation Considerations The D-Link wireless router lets you are using a wireless connection from 3-90 feet (1-30 meters.) Position your wireless connection may degrade dramatically or drop completely. Be aware... ceiling (instead of materials and background RF (radio frequency) noise in use. Materials and objects such as possible. Typical ranges vary depending on range. Section 2 - D-Link DIR-657 User Manual 10
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... instructions that follow are similar for the other Windows operating systems. If the CD Autorun function does not automatically start on the provided CD holder. D-Link DIR-657 User Manual 11 In the run the Setup Wizard to Start > Run. Follow the simple steps below to run box type "D:\autorun.exe" (where D: represents... the drive letter of your computer, go to guide you quickly through the installation process. Section 2 - Installation Getting Started The DIR-657 includes a Quick Router Setup Wizard CD.
... instructions that follow are similar for the other Windows operating systems. If the CD Autorun function does not automatically start on the provided CD holder. D-Link DIR-657 User Manual 11 In the run the Setup Wizard to Start > Run. Follow the simple steps below to run box type "D:\autorun.exe" (where D: represents... the drive letter of your computer, go to guide you quickly through the installation process. Section 2 - Installation Getting Started The DIR-657 includes a Quick Router Setup Wizard CD.
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Select Admin from the drop-down menu and then enter your new D-Link wireless router using the NetBIOS name in the address bar (http://dlinkrouter). Section 3 - Web-based Configuration Utility To access the configuration utility, open a web-browser ... address of the router (192.168.0.1). Configuration Configuration This section will show you get a Page Cannot be Displayed error, please refer to configure your password. D-Link DIR-657 User Manual 12 You may also connect using the web-based configuration utility. The password is left blank by default. If you how to the...
Select Admin from the drop-down menu and then enter your new D-Link wireless router using the NetBIOS name in the address bar (http://dlinkrouter). Section 3 - Web-based Configuration Utility To access the configuration utility, open a web-browser ... address of the router (192.168.0.1). Configuration Configuration This section will show you get a Page Cannot be Displayed error, please refer to configure your password. D-Link DIR-657 User Manual 12 You may also connect using the web-based configuration utility. The password is left blank by default. If you how to the...
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Wireless Settings Click Wireless Connection Setup Wizard to page 81. Skip to begin. D-Link DIR-657 User Manual 13 If you want to enter your router using WPS, click Add Wireless Device with WPS and skip to page 74. If you ...
Wireless Settings Click Wireless Connection Setup Wizard to page 81. Skip to begin. D-Link DIR-657 User Manual 13 If you want to enter your router using WPS, click Add Wireless Device with WPS and skip to page 74. If you ...
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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. Select the type of Internet connection you use and then click Next to continue. D-Link DIR-657 User Manual 14 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. Select the type of Internet connection you use and then click Next to continue. D-Link DIR-657 User Manual 14 Section 3 -
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... mask, gateway, and DNS server addresses. Select Static if your computer. Note: Make sure to your PPPoE username and password. Click Next to continue. Section 3 - D-Link DIR-657 User Manual 15
... mask, gateway, and DNS server addresses. Select Static if your computer. Note: Make sure to your PPPoE username and password. Click Next to continue. Section 3 - D-Link DIR-657 User Manual 15
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Configuration If you selected Static, enter your network settings supplied by your settings. Click Next to continue. Click Next to continue. D-Link DIR-657 User Manual 16 Please allow 1-2 minutes to the Internet. It may take a few tries to initially connect to connect. Close your browser window and reopen it to save your Internet provider. Once the router is finished rebooting, click Continue. If you selected L2TP, enter your Internet connection. Section 3 - Click Connect to test your L2TP username and password.
Configuration If you selected Static, enter your network settings supplied by your settings. Click Next to continue. Click Next to continue. D-Link DIR-657 User Manual 16 Please allow 1-2 minutes to the Internet. It may take a few tries to initially connect to connect. Close your browser window and reopen it to save your Internet provider. Once the router is finished rebooting, click Continue. If you selected L2TP, enter your Internet connection. Section 3 - Click Connect to test your L2TP username and password.
