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Copyright © 2010 by D-Link Systems, Inc. D-Link DIR-815 User Manual i Manual Revisions Revision 1.0 Date May 25, 2010 DIR-815 Revision A1 Description Trademarks D-Link and the D-Link logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of such revisions or changes. All rights reserved. This ...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 D-Link Systems, Inc. Preface D-Link reserves the right to revise this publication and to notify any ...
Copyright © 2010 by D-Link Systems, Inc. D-Link DIR-815 User Manual i Manual Revisions Revision 1.0 Date May 25, 2010 DIR-815 Revision A1 Description Trademarks D-Link and the D-Link logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of such revisions or changes. All rights reserved. This ...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 D-Link Systems, Inc. Preface D-Link reserves the right to revise this publication and to notify any ...
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... Server 48 Port Forwarding 50 Application Rules 51 QoS Engine 52 Network Filter 53 Website Filter 54 Firewall Settings 55 Firewall Rules 56 Routing 58 D-Link DIR-815 User Manual ii
... Server 48 Port Forwarding 50 Application Rules 51 QoS Engine 52 Network Filter 53 Website Filter 54 Firewall Settings 55 Firewall Rules 56 Routing 58 D-Link DIR-815 User Manual ii
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Stateful (DHCPv6) Autoconfiguration.........73 Link-local Only 74 IPv6 Firewall 75 Tools 76 Admin 76 Time 77 Email Settings 78 System 79 Firmware 80 Dynamic DNS 81 System Check 82 ... 99 Using Windows® 7 99 Configure WPS 102 Using Windows Vista 106 Configure Wireless Security 107 Using Windows® XP 109 Configure WPA-PSK 110 D-Link DIR-815 User Manual iii Stateful Autoconfig 70 6to4 71 6to4- Table of Contents Advanced Wireless Settings 59 802.11n/b/g (2.4GHz 59 802.11n/a (5GHz 60 Wi...
Stateful (DHCPv6) Autoconfiguration.........73 Link-local Only 74 IPv6 Firewall 75 Tools 76 Admin 76 Time 77 Email Settings 78 System 79 Firmware 80 Dynamic DNS 81 System Check 82 ... 99 Using Windows® 7 99 Configure WPS 102 Using Windows Vista 106 Configure Wireless Security 107 Using Windows® XP 109 Configure WPA-PSK 110 D-Link DIR-815 User Manual iii Stateful Autoconfig 70 6to4 71 6to4- Table of Contents Advanced Wireless Settings 59 802.11n/b/g (2.4GHz 59 802.11n/a (5GHz 60 Wi...
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Table of Contents Troubleshooting 112 Wireless Basics 116 What is Wireless 117 Tips 119 Wireless Modes 120 Networking Basics 121 Check your IP address 121 Statically Assign an IP address 122 Technical Specifications 123 Contacting Technical Support 124 Warranty 125 Registration 131 D-Link DIR-815 User Manual iv
Table of Contents Troubleshooting 112 Wireless Basics 116 What is Wireless 117 Tips 119 Wireless Modes 120 Networking Basics 121 Check your IP address 121 Statically Assign an IP address 122 Technical Specifications 123 Contacting Technical Support 124 Warranty 125 Registration 131 D-Link DIR-815 User Manual iv
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D-Link DIR-815 User Manual 1 Product Overview PProacdkuacgteOCvoentrevnietsw DIR-815 Wireless N Dual Band Router Ethernet Cable Power Adapter CD-ROM with Manual and Setup Wizard Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage rating than the one included with the DIR-815 will cause damage and void the warranty for this product. Section 1 -
D-Link DIR-815 User Manual 1 Product Overview PProacdkuacgteOCvoentrevnietsw DIR-815 Wireless N Dual Band Router Ethernet Cable Power Adapter CD-ROM with Manual and Setup Wizard Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage rating than the one included with the DIR-815 will cause damage and void the warranty for this product. Section 1 -
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Computer with Service Pack 3 • An installed Ethernet adapter • CD-ROM drive D-Link DIR-815 User Manual 2 Section 1 - Product Overview System Requirements Network Requirements Web-based Configuration Utility Requirements CD Installation Wizard Requirements • An Ethernet-based Cable or DSL ...
Computer with Service Pack 3 • An installed Ethernet adapter • CD-ROM drive D-Link DIR-815 User Manual 2 Section 1 - Product Overview System Requirements Network Requirements Web-based Configuration Utility Requirements CD Installation Wizard Requirements • An Ethernet-based Cable or DSL ...
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...high-speed Internet access with everyone on the network. Support for best-in-class Whole Home Coverage. D-Link DIR-815 User Manual 3 ULTIMATE PERFORMANCE The D-Link Wireless N Dual Band router (DIR-815) is a 802.11n/802.11a compliant device that keeps digital phone calls (VoIP) and online gaming... overhead, lower actual data throughput rate. In addition, this Router includes a Quality of your network against outside intruders. Connect the DIR-815 router to 14x faster than an 802.11g wireless connection (also faster than a 100Mbps wired Ethernet connection). TOTAL SECURITY The most ...
...high-speed Internet access with everyone on the network. Support for best-in-class Whole Home Coverage. D-Link DIR-815 User Manual 3 ULTIMATE PERFORMANCE The D-Link Wireless N Dual Band router (DIR-815) is a 802.11n/802.11a compliant device that keeps digital phone calls (VoIP) and online gaming... overhead, lower actual data throughput rate. In addition, this Router includes a Quality of your network against outside intruders. Connect the DIR-815 router to 14x faster than an 802.11g wireless connection (also faster than a 100Mbps wired Ethernet connection). TOTAL SECURITY The most ...
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... wireless connection with other 802.11n wireless clients. Environmental conditions will vary. D-Link DIR-815 User Manual 4 The DIR-815 can securely access corporate networks. • User-friendly Setup Wizard - The DIR-815 provides up to your company's server. Product Overview Features • Faster Wireless... Networking - It supports multiple and concurrent IPSec and PPTP sessions, so users behind the DIR-815 can pass through VPN sessions. Section 1 - The DIR-815 is accessible to those on MAC Address, URL, and/or Domain Name. • Filter Scheduling ...
... wireless connection with other 802.11n wireless clients. Environmental conditions will vary. D-Link DIR-815 User Manual 4 The DIR-815 can securely access corporate networks. • User-friendly Setup Wizard - The DIR-815 provides up to your company's server. Product Overview Features • Faster Wireless... Networking - It supports multiple and concurrent IPSec and PPTP sessions, so users behind the DIR-815 can pass through VPN sessions. Section 1 - The DIR-815 is accessible to those on MAC Address, URL, and/or Domain Name. • Filter Scheduling ...
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Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Overview Connections 1 2 34 5 1 LAN Ports (1-4) Connect 10/100 Ethernet devices such as computers, switches, and hubs. 2 Internet Port The auto MDI/MDIX Internet port is the connection for the Ethernet cable to the cable or DSL modem. 3 Reset Button Pressing the Reset button restores the router to its original factory default settings. 4 Power Button Use this switch to power on/power off the device. 5 Power Receptor Receptor for the supplied power adapter. D-Link DIR-815 User Manual 5
Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Overview Connections 1 2 34 5 1 LAN Ports (1-4) Connect 10/100 Ethernet devices such as computers, switches, and hubs. 2 Internet Port The auto MDI/MDIX Internet port is the connection for the Ethernet cable to the cable or DSL modem. 3 Reset Button Pressing the Reset button restores the router to its original factory default settings. 4 Power Button Use this switch to power on/power off the device. 5 Power Receptor Receptor for the supplied power adapter. D-Link DIR-815 User Manual 5
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The button will light solid blue for 1 second to the network. The button will flash blue while 1 WPS Button a WPS connection is being established. D-Link DIR-815 User Manual 6 Product Overview Hardware Overview WPS Button 1 Press the WPS button for 5 seconds when the device has successfully been added to initiate the WPS process. Section 1 -
The button will light solid blue for 1 second to the network. The button will flash blue while 1 WPS Button a WPS connection is being established. D-Link DIR-815 User Manual 6 Product Overview Hardware Overview WPS Button 1 Press the WPS button for 5 seconds when the device has successfully been added to initiate the WPS process. Section 1 -
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...5 LAN LEDs (1-4) A solid light indicates a connection to idle timeout. 3 WLAN LED (2.4GHz) A solid light indicates that the physical link is up, but the ISP service is ready. A slow blinking orange LED indicates that the 5.0GHz wireless segment is down. This LED blinks... computer on ports 1-4. This LED blinks orange when a session is ready. Section 1 - This LED will light orange during data transmission. D-Link DIR-815 User Manual 7 Product Overview Hardware Overview LEDs 1234 5 1 Power LED A solid green light indicates a proper connection to the power supply. ...
...5 LAN LEDs (1-4) A solid light indicates a connection to idle timeout. 3 WLAN LED (2.4GHz) A solid light indicates that the physical link is up, but the ISP service is ready. A slow blinking orange LED indicates that the 5.0GHz wireless segment is down. This LED blinks... computer on ports 1-4. This LED blinks orange when a session is ready. Section 1 - This LED will light orange during data transmission. D-Link DIR-815 User Manual 7 Product Overview Hardware Overview LEDs 1234 5 1 Power LED A solid green light indicates a proper connection to the power supply. ...
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... the modem and make sure you are online. Installation Installation This section will not work. Do not place the router in the attic or garage. D-Link DIR-815 User Manual 8 Placement of the router is connected to the Internet. • When running the Setup Wizard from the... D-Link CD, make sure the computer you are running the CD from is very important. If you were using the USB connection before using the router, ...
... the modem and make sure you are online. Installation Installation This section will not work. Do not place the router in the attic or garage. D-Link DIR-815 User Manual 8 Placement of the router is connected to the Internet. • When running the Setup Wizard from the... D-Link CD, make sure the computer you are running the CD from is very important. If you were using the USB connection before using the router, ...
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A wall that the wireless signals must pass through, may limit the range. D-Link DIR-815 User Manual 9 Keep in mind, however, that the number, thickness and location of at a 45-degree angle appears to position access points, wireless ... phone base is to a minimum each wall or ceiling can reduce your adapter's range from your wireless signal. 4. Installation Wireless Installation Considerations The D-Link wireless router lets you are using a wireless connection from electrical devices or appliances that the number of materials and background RF (radio frequency) noise in...
A wall that the wireless signals must pass through, may limit the range. D-Link DIR-815 User Manual 9 Keep in mind, however, that the number, thickness and location of at a 45-degree angle appears to position access points, wireless ... phone base is to a minimum each wall or ceiling can reduce your adapter's range from your wireless signal. 4. Installation Wireless Installation Considerations The D-Link wireless router lets you are using a wireless connection from electrical devices or appliances that the number of materials and background RF (radio frequency) noise in...
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... port on page 13 to a cable/DSL/satellite modem, please follow the steps below: 1. Wait about 30 seconds). 6. Refer to "Getting Started" on the router. 4. D-Link DIR-815 User Manual 10 Plug the power adapter to the router and connect to power on your computer. 3. Use the power switch to an outlet or...
... port on page 13 to a cable/DSL/satellite modem, please follow the steps below: 1. Wait about 30 seconds). 6. Refer to "Getting Started" on the router. 4. D-Link DIR-815 User Manual 10 Plug the power adapter to the router and connect to power on your computer. 3. Use the power switch to an outlet or...
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Installation Connect to Another Router If you are connecting the D-Link router to do the following before making any changes. Connect one of your computer. 2. If you need to change your computer's IP settings back to ... your network: • Disable UPnP™ • Disable DHCP • Change the LAN IP address to access the configuration utility of the router in Step 1. D-Link DIR-815 User Manual 11 Please see the Networking Basics section for more information. Uncheck the Enable DHCP Server checkbox. Use this new IP address to an...
Installation Connect to Another Router If you are connecting the D-Link router to do the following before making any changes. Connect one of your computer. 2. If you need to change your computer's IP settings back to ... your network: • Disable UPnP™ • Disable DHCP • Change the LAN IP address to access the configuration utility of the router in Step 1. D-Link DIR-815 User Manual 11 Please see the Networking Basics section for more information. Uncheck the Enable DHCP Server checkbox. Use this new IP address to an...
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To configure your other router. You may now use the other Ethernet devices and computers. Installation 6. D-Link DIR-815 User Manual 12 Do not plug anything into the Internet (WAN) port of the router and connect it to your wireless network, open a web ... to connect other 3 LAN ports to the router. Refer to your wireless network. Connect an Ethernet cable in one of the LAN ports of the D-Link router. 8. Section 2 - Disconnect the Ethernet cable from the router and reconnect your computer to the Configuration and Wireless Security sections for more information on...
To configure your other router. You may now use the other Ethernet devices and computers. Installation 6. D-Link DIR-815 User Manual 12 Do not plug anything into the Internet (WAN) port of the router and connect it to your wireless network, open a web ... to connect other 3 LAN ports to the router. Refer to your wireless network. Connect an Ethernet cable in one of the LAN ports of the D-Link router. 8. Section 2 - Disconnect the Ethernet cable from the router and reconnect your computer to the Configuration and Wireless Security sections for more information on...
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... the simple steps below to run box type "D:\autorun.exe" (where D: represents the drive letter of your computer, go to Start > Run. D-Link DIR-815 User Manual 13 The steps and screens are shown in the CD-ROM drive. Insert the Quick Router Setup Wizard CD in Windows® XP. ...When the autorun screen appears, click Install. Installation Getting Started The DIR-815 includes a Quick Router Setup Wizard CD. The step-by the login password on your CD-ROM drive). Note: It is recommended to guide you ...
... the simple steps below to run box type "D:\autorun.exe" (where D: represents the drive letter of your computer, go to Start > Run. D-Link DIR-815 User Manual 13 The steps and screens are shown in the CD-ROM drive. Insert the Quick Router Setup Wizard CD in Windows® XP. ...When the autorun screen appears, click Install. Installation Getting Started The DIR-815 includes a Quick Router Setup Wizard CD. The step-by the login password on your CD-ROM drive). Note: It is recommended to guide you ...
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Enter Admin in the User Name field. Section 3 - Leave the password blank by default. If you how to the Troubleshooting section for assistance. 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-815 User Manual 14 Configuration Configuration This section will show you get a Page Cannot be Displayed error, please refer to configure your new D-Link wireless router using the web-based configuration utility.
Enter Admin in the User Name field. Section 3 - Leave the password blank by default. If you how to the Troubleshooting section for assistance. 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-815 User Manual 14 Configuration Configuration This section will show you get a Page Cannot be Displayed error, please refer to configure your new D-Link wireless router using the web-based configuration utility.
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... click Next. Manual Setup: Click this radio button to configure your router manually. Configuration After logging into the router for the first time, the D-Link Easy Setup window will appear: Easy Setup: Click this radio button if you prefer to configure your router manually. Refer to"Setup"on page 20... time you want the Easy Setup window to configure your Router. Refer to the following page for more information on the after login: Router. D-Link DIR-815 User Manual 15 Section 3 - Always start up Check this box if you log on how to use the Easy Setup method to setup your ...
... click Next. Manual Setup: Click this radio button to configure your router manually. Configuration After logging into the router for the first time, the D-Link Easy Setup window will appear: Easy Setup: Click this radio button if you prefer to configure your router manually. Refer to"Setup"on page 20... time you want the Easy Setup window to configure your Router. Refer to the following page for more information on the after login: Router. D-Link DIR-815 User Manual 15 Section 3 - Always start up Check this box if you log on how to use the Easy Setup method to setup your ...
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... use the Easy Setup feature to use . Click Next to select the type of Internet connection you are PPPoE, Static IP, and Dynamic IP (DHCP). D-Link DIR-815 User Manual 16 The available options are planning to configure your Router if you will be implemented on your PPPoE user name and password. Use...
... use the Easy Setup feature to use . Click Next to select the type of Internet connection you are PPPoE, Static IP, and Dynamic IP (DHCP). D-Link DIR-815 User Manual 16 The available options are planning to configure your Router if you will be implemented on your PPPoE user name and password. Use...