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... 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 their respective companies. Copyright © 2010 by D-Link Systems, Inc. All other countries. D-Link DIR-815 User Manual i All rights reserved. This publication may not be reproduced, in whole or in the United States or other company or...
... 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 their respective companies. Copyright © 2010 by D-Link Systems, Inc. All other countries. D-Link DIR-815 User Manual i All rights reserved. This publication may not be reproduced, in whole or in the United States or other company or...
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... Configuration 14 Web-based Configuration Utility 14 Easy Setup 16 Setup 20 Internet 20 Internet Connection Setup Wizard 21 Manual Internet Connection Setup 28 Static IP 29 Dynamic IP (DHCP 30 PPPoE (Username/Password 31 PPTP 33 L2TP ...35 Russia PPTP (Dual Access 37 Russia PPPoE (Dual Access 39 Wireless Settings 41 Manual Wireless Settings 42 802.11n/b/g (2.4GHz 42 802.11n/a (5GHz 43 Network Settings 44 Router Settings 45 DHCP ... 53 Website Filter 54 Firewall Settings 55 Firewall Rules 56 Routing 58 D-Link DIR-815 User Manual ii
... Configuration 14 Web-based Configuration Utility 14 Easy Setup 16 Setup 20 Internet 20 Internet Connection Setup Wizard 21 Manual Internet Connection Setup 28 Static IP 29 Dynamic IP (DHCP 30 PPPoE (Username/Password 31 PPTP 33 L2TP ...35 Russia PPTP (Dual Access 37 Russia PPPoE (Dual Access 39 Wireless Settings 41 Manual Wireless Settings 42 802.11n/b/g (2.4GHz 42 802.11n/a (5GHz 43 Network Settings 44 Router Settings 45 DHCP ... 53 Website Filter 54 Firewall Settings 55 Firewall Rules 56 Routing 58 D-Link DIR-815 User Manual ii
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Stateless Autoconfig 69 DHCPv6 (Stateful)- Stateless Autoconfiguration 72 6to4- 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 ...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-Fi...
Stateless Autoconfig 69 DHCPv6 (Stateful)- Stateless Autoconfiguration 72 6to4- 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 ...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-Fi...
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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 Section 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.
D-Link DIR-815 User Manual 1 Section 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.
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...® Users: Make sure you have the latest version of Java installed. Computer with Service Pack 3 • An installed Ethernet adapter • CD-ROM drive D-Link DIR-815 User Manual 2 Visit www.java.com to download the latest version.
...® Users: Make sure you have the latest version of Java installed. Computer with Service Pack 3 • An installed Ethernet adapter • CD-ROM drive D-Link DIR-815 User Manual 2 Visit www.java.com to download the latest version.
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... that delivers real world performance of your high-speed Internet access with everyone on the network. Actual data throughput will adversely affect wireless signal range. D-Link DIR-815 User Manual 3 Create a secure wireless network to prevent unauthorized access, be able to use the best possible encryption method, regardless of up to protect your home...
... that delivers real world performance of your high-speed Internet access with everyone on the network. Actual data throughput will adversely affect wireless signal range. D-Link DIR-815 User Manual 3 Create a secure wireless network to prevent unauthorized access, be able to use the best possible encryption method, regardless of up to protect your home...
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... 802.11g standards, so it can be scheduled to -use Web-based user interface, the DIR-815 lets you the freedom of network traffic, building materials and construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate. D-Link DIR-815 User Manual 4 These filters can connect with other 802.11n wireless clients. Actual data throughput will adversely...
... 802.11g standards, so it can be scheduled to -use Web-based user interface, the DIR-815 lets you the freedom of network traffic, building materials and construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate. D-Link DIR-815 User Manual 4 These filters can connect with other 802.11n wireless clients. Actual data throughput will adversely...
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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. Section 1 - D-Link DIR-815 User Manual 5
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. Section 1 - D-Link DIR-815 User Manual 5
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Section 1 - D-Link DIR-815 User Manual 6 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. 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 - D-Link DIR-815 User Manual 6 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. 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.
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... Overview Hardware Overview LEDs 1234 5 1 Power LED A solid green light indicates a proper 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. This LED blinks green during data transmission. 2 Internet LED A solid orange light indicates that the 2.4GHz wireless...) A solid light indicates that the Router has crashed during wireless data transmission. 5 LAN LEDs (1-4) A solid light indicates a connection to an Ethernet-enabled computer on ports 1-4. D-Link DIR-815 User Manual 7 Section 1 -
... Overview Hardware Overview LEDs 1234 5 1 Power LED A solid green light indicates a proper 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. This LED blinks green during data transmission. 2 Internet LED A solid orange light indicates that the 2.4GHz wireless...) A solid light indicates that the Router has crashed during wireless data transmission. 5 LAN LEDs (1-4) A solid light indicates a connection to an Ethernet-enabled computer on ports 1-4. D-Link DIR-815 User Manual 7 Section 1 -
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...on . Section 2 - Before you must turn off your modem, disconnect the USB cable and connect an Ethernet cable to your modem. D-Link DIR-815 User Manual 8 Placement of the router is connected to the modem and make sure the computer you through the installation process. If you are running the... CD from the D-Link CD, make sure you have DSL and are connecting via PPPoE, make sure you disable or uninstall any ...
...on . Section 2 - Before you must turn off your modem, disconnect the USB cable and connect an Ethernet cable to your modem. D-Link DIR-815 User Manual 8 Placement of the router is connected to the modem and make sure the computer you through the installation process. If you are running the... CD from the D-Link CD, make sure you have DSL and are connecting via PPPoE, make sure you disable or uninstall any ...
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...), your wireless signal. 4. Be aware of materials and background RF (radio frequency) noise in your 2.4GHz phone base is minimized. 2. D-Link DIR-815 User Manual 9 The key to maximizing wireless range is 1.5 feet thick (.5 meters), at a 45-degree angle appears to follow these basic guidelines: 1....is as far away from your product away (at an angle) for better reception. 3. Installation Wireless Installation Considerations The D-Link wireless router lets you are using a wireless connection from electrical devices or appliances that the number, thickness and location of your...
...), your wireless signal. 4. Be aware of materials and background RF (radio frequency) noise in your 2.4GHz phone base is minimized. 2. D-Link DIR-815 User Manual 9 The key to maximizing wireless range is 1.5 feet thick (.5 meters), at a 45-degree angle appears to follow these basic guidelines: 1....is as far away from your product away (at an angle) for better reception. 3. Installation Wireless Installation Considerations The D-Link wireless router lets you are using a wireless connection from electrical devices or appliances that the number, thickness and location of your...
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... Ethernet port on your computer. 5. Plug the power adapter to the router and connect to a cable/DSL/satellite modem, please follow the steps below: 1. D-Link DIR-815 User Manual 10 Refer to your modem) from your computer and place it into the router. 2. Unplug the modem's power adapter. Plug in an open and central...
... Ethernet port on your computer. 5. Plug the power adapter to the router and connect to a cable/DSL/satellite modem, please follow the steps below: 1. D-Link DIR-815 User Manual 10 Refer to your modem) from your computer and place it into the router. 2. Unplug the modem's power adapter. Plug in an open and central...
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...8226; Disable DHCP • Change the LAN IP address 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. Click Save Settings to continue. 3. Open a web browser and enter http://192.168.0.1 ... making any changes. Uncheck the Enable DHCP Server checkbox. Close the browser and change the settings, write down your network. D-Link DIR-815 User Manual 11 Please see the Networking Basics section for more information. Click Log In to continue. 5. Uncheck the Enable UPnP checkbox.
...8226; Disable DHCP • Change the LAN IP address 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. Click Save Settings to continue. 3. Open a web browser and enter http://192.168.0.1 ... making any changes. Uncheck the Enable DHCP Server checkbox. Close the browser and change the settings, write down your network. D-Link DIR-815 User Manual 11 Please see the Networking Basics section for more information. Click Log In to continue. 5. Uncheck the Enable UPnP checkbox.
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... Wireless Security sections for more information on setting up your wireless network. Connect an Ethernet cable in one of the LAN ports of the D-Link router. 8. D-Link DIR-815 User Manual 12 Refer to the router. Installation 6. Do not plug anything into the Internet (WAN) port of the router and connect it to your other...
... Wireless Security sections for more information on setting up your wireless network. Connect an Ethernet cable in one of the LAN ports of the D-Link router. 8. D-Link DIR-815 User Manual 12 Refer to the router. Installation 6. Do not plug anything into the Internet (WAN) port of the router and connect it to your other...
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D-Link DIR-815 User Manual 13 In the run the Setup Wizard to guide you quickly through the installation process. The step-by the login password on your computer, go ... box type "D:\autorun.exe" (where D: represents the drive letter of your CD-ROM drive). When the autorun screen appears, click Install. Installation Getting Started The DIR-815 includes a Quick Router Setup Wizard CD. The steps and screens are shown in the CD-ROM drive. Note: It is recommended to write down the...
D-Link DIR-815 User Manual 13 In the run the Setup Wizard to guide you quickly through the installation process. The step-by the login password on your computer, go ... box type "D:\autorun.exe" (where D: represents the drive letter of your CD-ROM drive). When the autorun screen appears, click Install. Installation Getting Started The DIR-815 includes a Quick Router Setup Wizard CD. The steps and screens are shown in the CD-ROM drive. Note: It is recommended to write down the...
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Section 3 - If you how to the Troubleshooting section for assistance. 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. Leave the password blank by default. Enter Admin in the User Name field. 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 - If you how to the Troubleshooting section for assistance. 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. Leave the password blank by default. Enter Admin in the User Name field. 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).
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... this radio button to configure your router manually. After choosing the appropriate option, click Next. Section 3 - Refer to the following page for more information on how to with easy setup appear as the ... up Check this box if you log on page 20 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. D-Link DIR-815 User Manual 15 Configuration After logging into the router for more information on how to use the Easy...
... this radio button to configure your router manually. After choosing the appropriate option, click Next. Section 3 - Refer to the following page for more information on how to with easy setup appear as the ... up Check this box if you log on page 20 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. D-Link DIR-815 User Manual 15 Configuration After logging into the router for more information on how to use the Easy...
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D-Link DIR-815 User Manual 16 Section 3 - Click Next to specify whether WPA/WPA2 wireless encryption or no encryption will use the Static IP, Dynamic IP (DHCP), or PPPoE method ...
D-Link DIR-815 User Manual 16 Section 3 - Click Next to specify whether WPA/WPA2 wireless encryption or no encryption will use the Static IP, Dynamic IP (DHCP), or PPPoE method ...