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D-Link DIR-825 User Manual All other countries. Preface D-Link reserves the right to revise this publication and to notify any person or organization of their respective companies. Manual Revisions Revision 1.0 1.1 Date July 2, 2008 July 10, 2009 Description DIR-825 Revision A1 with Firmware version 1.00 Advanced DNS and CAPTCHA Trademarks D-Link and the D-Link logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of...
D-Link DIR-825 User Manual All other countries. Preface D-Link reserves the right to revise this publication and to notify any person or organization of their respective companies. Manual Revisions Revision 1.0 1.1 Date July 2, 2008 July 10, 2009 Description DIR-825 Revision A1 with Firmware version 1.00 Advanced DNS and CAPTCHA Trademarks D-Link and the D-Link logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of...
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... Setup 18 Dynamic (Cable 19 PPPoE (DSL 20 PPTP 21 L2TP 23 Static (assigned by ISP 25 Wireless Settings 26 Manual Wireless Settings 27 802.11n/g (2.4GHz 27 802.11n/a (5GHz 29 Network Settings 31 Router Settings 31 DHCP Server Settings 32 DHCP Reservation 33 USB Settings 34 Advanced 35 Virtual Server 35 Port... QoS Engine 39 Network Filters 41 Access Control 42 Access Control Wizard 42 Website Filters 45 Inbound Filters 46 Firewall Settings 47 Routing 48 Advanced Wireless Settings 49 802.11n/g (2.4GHz 49 802.11n/a (5GHz 50 D-Link DIR-825 User Manual ii
... Setup 18 Dynamic (Cable 19 PPPoE (DSL 20 PPTP 21 L2TP 23 Static (assigned by ISP 25 Wireless Settings 26 Manual Wireless Settings 27 802.11n/g (2.4GHz 27 802.11n/a (5GHz 29 Network Settings 31 Router Settings 31 DHCP Server Settings 32 DHCP Reservation 33 USB Settings 34 Advanced 35 Virtual Server 35 Port... QoS Engine 39 Network Filters 41 Access Control 42 Access Control Wizard 42 Website Filters 45 Inbound Filters 46 Firewall Settings 47 Routing 48 Advanced Wireless Settings 49 802.11n/g (2.4GHz 49 802.11n/a (5GHz 50 D-Link DIR-825 User Manual ii
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... Status 67 Device Information 67 Log 68 Statistics 69 Internet Sessions 70 Wireless 71 WISH 71 Support 72 Wireless Security 73 What is WPA 73 Wireless Security Setup Wizard 74 Add Wireless Device with WPS Wizard 76 Configure WPA-Personal (PSK 77 Configure WPA... 84 Configure WPA-PSK 85 Troubleshooting 87 Wireless Basics 91 What is Wireless 92 Tips 94 Wireless Modes 95 Networking Basics 96 Check your IP address 96 Statically Assign an IP address 97 Technical Specifications 98 Contacting Technical Support 99 Warranty 100 Registration 106 D-Link DIR-825 User Manual iii
... Status 67 Device Information 67 Log 68 Statistics 69 Internet Sessions 70 Wireless 71 WISH 71 Support 72 Wireless Security 73 What is WPA 73 Wireless Security Setup Wizard 74 Add Wireless Device with WPS Wizard 76 Configure WPA-Personal (PSK 77 Configure WPA... 84 Configure WPA-PSK 85 Troubleshooting 87 Wireless Basics 91 What is Wireless 92 Tips 94 Wireless Modes 95 Networking Basics 96 Check your IP address 96 Statically Assign an IP address 97 Technical Specifications 98 Contacting Technical Support 99 Warranty 100 Registration 106 D-Link DIR-825 User Manual iii
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Section 1 - Product Overview PPraocdkuacgteOCvoenrtevnietsw D-Link DIR-825 Xtreme N™ Dual Band Gigabit Router Power Adapter Ethernet Cable CD-ROM Stand Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage rating than the one included with the DIR-825 will cause damage and void the warranty for this product. D-Link DIR-825 User Manual
Section 1 - Product Overview PPraocdkuacgteOCvoenrtevnietsw D-Link DIR-825 Xtreme N™ Dual Band Gigabit Router Power Adapter Ethernet Cable CD-ROM Stand Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage rating than the one included with the DIR-825 will cause damage and void the warranty for this product. D-Link DIR-825 User Manual
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... Vista® • An installed Ethernet adapter • CD-ROM drive D-Link DIR-825 User Manual Product Overview System Requirements Network Requirements • An Ethernet-based Cable or DSL modem • IEEE 802.11n-draft or 802.11g wireless clients • IEEE 802.11a wireless clients • 10/100/1000 Ethernet Computer with the following : • Windows...
... Vista® • An installed Ethernet adapter • CD-ROM drive D-Link DIR-825 User Manual Product Overview System Requirements Network Requirements • An Ethernet-based Cable or DSL modem • IEEE 802.11n-draft or 802.11g wireless clients • IEEE 802.11a wireless clients • 10/100/1000 Ethernet Computer with the following : • Windows...
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... construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate. D-Link DIR-825 User Manual Support for users who demand higher performance networking. Actual data throughput will adversely affect wireless signal range. Create a secure wireless network to provide the best wireless performance. Environmental conditions will vary. Section 1 - ULTIMATE PERFORMANCE The D-Link Xtreme N™ Dual Band Gigabit Router (DIR-825) is designed for use the best possible encryption method...
... construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate. D-Link DIR-825 User Manual Support for users who demand higher performance networking. Actual data throughput will adversely affect wireless signal range. Create a secure wireless network to provide the best wireless performance. Environmental conditions will vary. Section 1 - ULTIMATE PERFORMANCE The D-Link Xtreme N™ Dual Band Gigabit Router (DIR-825) is designed for use the best possible encryption method...
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...-time audio. It supports multiple and concurrent IPSec and PPTP sessions, so users behind the DIR-825 can pass through VPN sessions. The performance of this 802.11n wireless router gives you control what information is still fully compatible with the IEEE 802.11g...freedom of network traffic, building materials and construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate. D-Link DIR-825 User Manual Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of wireless networking at speeds 650% faster than 802.11g. • Compatible with existing 802.11g and 802....
...-time audio. It supports multiple and concurrent IPSec and PPTP sessions, so users behind the DIR-825 can pass through VPN sessions. The performance of this 802.11n wireless router gives you control what information is still fully compatible with the IEEE 802.11g...freedom of network traffic, building materials and construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate. D-Link DIR-825 User Manual Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of wireless networking at speeds 650% faster than 802.11g. • Compatible with existing 802.11g and 802....
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Section 1 - D-Link DIR-825 User Manual Internet Port The auto MDI/MDIX Internet port is the connection for the supplied power adapter. Gigabit LAN Ports (1-4) Connect Ethernet devices such as computers, switches, and hubs. Power Receptor Receptor for the Ethernet cable to configure the wireless settings using WCN. Product Overview Hardware Overview Connections USB Connect a USB 1.1 or 2.0 flash drive to the cable or DSL modem. Reset Pressing the Reset button restores the router to its original factory default settings.
Section 1 - D-Link DIR-825 User Manual Internet Port The auto MDI/MDIX Internet port is the connection for the supplied power adapter. Gigabit LAN Ports (1-4) Connect Ethernet devices such as computers, switches, and hubs. Power Receptor Receptor for the Ethernet cable to configure the wireless settings using WCN. Product Overview Hardware Overview Connections USB Connect a USB 1.1 or 2.0 flash drive to the cable or DSL modem. Reset Pressing the Reset button restores the router to its original factory default settings.
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...wireless settings. 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. WCN LED Insert a USB flash drive with WCN information. This LED blinks during data transmission. This LED blinks during data transmission. D-Link DIR-825 User Manual... WLAN LED A solid light indicates that the DIR-825 is ready.
...wireless settings. 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. WCN LED Insert a USB flash drive with WCN information. This LED blinks during data transmission. This LED blinks during data transmission. D-Link DIR-825 User Manual... WLAN LED A solid light indicates that the DIR-825 is ready.
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... section will not work. Before you are online. If you have DSL and are running the CD from is very important. Placement of the router is connected to Ethernet). • If you have disconnected any PPPoE software such as a closet, cabinet, or in the attic or garage....the computer that was last connected directly to your modem. • You can only use the Ethernet port on . D-Link DIR-825 User Manual If you were using the USB connection before using the router, then you through the installation process. Section 2 - In some cases, you may need to call your modem, ...
... section will not work. Before you are online. If you have DSL and are running the CD from is very important. Placement of the router is connected to Ethernet). • If you have disconnected any PPPoE software such as a closet, cabinet, or in the attic or garage....the computer that was last connected directly to your modem. • You can only use the Ethernet port on . D-Link DIR-825 User Manual If you were using the USB connection before using the router, then you through the installation process. Section 2 - In some cases, you may need to call your modem, ...
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... an angle) for better reception. 3. D-Link DIR-825 User Manual Keep in use. Building Materials make a difference. Section 2 - Keep the number of materials and background RF (radio frequency) noise in your wireless devices as glass, steel, metal, walls ...base is to position access points, wireless routers, and computers so that is minimized. 2. Installation Wireless Installation Considerations The D-Link wireless router lets you are using a wireless connection from electrical devices or appliances that the wireless signals must pass through a wall or...
... an angle) for better reception. 3. D-Link DIR-825 User Manual Keep in use. Building Materials make a difference. Section 2 - Keep the number of materials and background RF (radio frequency) noise in your wireless devices as glass, steel, metal, walls ...base is to position access points, wireless routers, and computers so that is minimized. 2. Installation Wireless Installation Considerations The D-Link wireless router lets you are using a wireless connection from electrical devices or appliances that the wireless signals must pass through a wall or...
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... and central location. If there is no on/off on your computer. 5. Plug the power adapter to the router and connect to configure your router. D-Link DIR-825 User Manual Do not plug the power adapter into the Internet port on the router. Turn on your modem. Wait for the modem to boot (about 30 seconds for the...
... and central location. If there is no on/off on your computer. 5. Plug the power adapter to the router and connect to configure your router. D-Link DIR-825 User Manual Do not plug the power adapter into the Internet port on the router. Turn on your modem. Wait for the modem to boot (about 30 seconds for the...
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..., set to receive an IP address automatically in which case you will not have to do anything to continue. 3. D-Link DIR-825 User Manual 10 The LAN ports on the router cannot accept a DHCP address from your IP address on Advanced and then click Advanced Network. To connect to Admin and ...the password box empty. Connect one of your network. Make sure your other router. Click Save Settings to the router (LAN port) using an Ethernet cable. Click Save Settings to the original values as a wireless access point and/or switch, you will have to do the following before ...
..., set to receive an IP address automatically in which case you will not have to do anything to continue. 3. D-Link DIR-825 User Manual 10 The LAN ports on the router cannot accept a DHCP address from your IP address on Advanced and then click Advanced Network. To connect to Admin and ...the password box empty. Connect one of your network. Make sure your other router. Click Save Settings to the router (LAN port) using an Ethernet cable. Click Save Settings to the original values as a wireless access point and/or switch, you will have to do the following before ...
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... more information on setting up your other Ethernet devices and computers.To configure your wireless network, open a web browser and enter the IP address you assigned to your computer to the router. D-Link DIR-825 User Manual 11 Disconnect the Ethernet cable from the router and reconnect your network. 7. Installation 6. Section 2 - You may now use the other 3 LAN...
... more information on setting up your other Ethernet devices and computers.To configure your wireless network, open a web browser and enter the IP address you assigned to your computer to the router. D-Link DIR-825 User Manual 11 Disconnect the Ethernet cable from the router and reconnect your network. 7. Installation 6. Section 2 - You may now use the other 3 LAN...
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...process. The step-by the login password on your CD-ROM drive). The steps and screens are shown in the CD-ROM drive. Click Install Router Note: It is recommended to write down the SSID and Security Key, followed by -step instructions that follow are similar for the other Windows ...does not automatically start on the provided CD holder. In the run the Setup Wizard to Start > Run. When the autorun screen appears, click Install Router. D-Link DIR-825 User Manual 12 Insert the Quick Router Setup Wizard CD in Windows® XP. Section 2 - Installation Getting Started The...
...process. The step-by the login password on your CD-ROM drive). The steps and screens are shown in the CD-ROM drive. Click Install Router Note: It is recommended to write down the SSID and Security Key, followed by -step instructions that follow are similar for the other Windows ...does not automatically start on the provided CD holder. In the run the Setup Wizard to Start > Run. When the autorun screen appears, click Install Router. D-Link DIR-825 User Manual 12 Insert the Quick Router Setup Wizard CD in Windows® XP. Section 2 - Installation Getting Started The...
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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 graphical authentication code (if you how to the Troubleshooting section for assistance. Type in the address bar (http://dlinkrouter). D-Link DIR-825 User Manual 13 You may also connect using the web-based configuration utility. Leave the password...
Select Admin from the drop-down menu and then enter your new D-Link wireless router using the NetBIOS name in the graphical authentication code (if you how to the Troubleshooting section for assistance. Type in the address bar (http://dlinkrouter). D-Link DIR-825 User Manual 13 You may also connect using the web-based configuration utility. Leave the password...
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Create a new password and then click Next to page 18. If you want to enter your settings without running the wizard, click Manual Configuration and skip to continue. Configuration Setup Wizard Click Launch Internet Connection Setup Wizard to continue. Click Next to begin. D-Link DIR-825 User Manual 14 Section 3 -
Create a new password and then click Next to page 18. If you want to enter your settings without running the wizard, click Manual Configuration and skip to continue. Configuration Setup Wizard Click Launch Internet Connection Setup Wizard to continue. Click Next to begin. D-Link DIR-825 User Manual 14 Section 3 -
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... the MAC address of the computer that computer, click Clone Your PC's MAC Address and then click Next to continue. Select the type of the router and may be required by some ISPs. D-Link DIR-825 User Manual 15 Configuration Select your modem.
... the MAC address of the computer that computer, click Clone Your PC's MAC Address and then click Next to continue. Select the type of the router and may be required by some ISPs. D-Link DIR-825 User Manual 15 Configuration Select your modem.
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Note: Make sure to continue. The software is no longer needed and will not work through a router. If you selected L2TP, enter your computer. Click Next to continue. Click Next to continue. Select Static if your PPPoE username and password. D-Link DIR-825 User Manual 16 Click Next to remove your PPPoE software from your L2TP username and password. Section 3 - Configuration If you selected PPPoE, enter your ISP assigned you selected PPTP, enter your PPTP username and password. If you the IP address, subnet mask, gateway, and DNS server addresses.
Note: Make sure to continue. The software is no longer needed and will not work through a router. If you selected L2TP, enter your computer. Click Next to continue. Click Next to continue. Select Static if your PPPoE username and password. D-Link DIR-825 User Manual 16 Click Next to remove your PPPoE software from your L2TP username and password. Section 3 - Configuration If you selected PPPoE, enter your ISP assigned you selected PPTP, enter your PPTP username and password. If you the IP address, subnet mask, gateway, and DNS server addresses.
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Section 3 - Click Next to connect. Please allow 1-2 minutes to continue. Configuration If you selected Static, enter your network settings supplied by your Internet connection. Click Reboot Now to reboot the router so the new settings can take a few tries to initially connect to the Internet. Close your browser window and reopen it to save your settings. It may take effect. D-Link DIR-825 User Manual 17 Click Connect to test your Internet provider. Once the router is finished rebooting, click Continue.
Section 3 - Click Next to connect. Please allow 1-2 minutes to continue. Configuration If you selected Static, enter your network settings supplied by your Internet connection. Click Reboot Now to reboot the router so the new settings can take a few tries to initially connect to the Internet. Close your browser window and reopen it to save your settings. It may take effect. D-Link DIR-825 User Manual 17 Click Connect to test your Internet provider. Once the router is finished rebooting, click Continue.