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... Overview 1 Package Contents 1 System Requirements 2 Introduction 3 Features 4 Hardware Overview 5 Connections 5 LEDs 6 Installation 7 Before you Begin 7 Wireless Installation Considerations 8 Network Diagram 9 Connect to Cable/DSL/Satellite Modem 10 Connect to Another Router 11 Getting Started 13 Configuration 14 Web-based Configuration...44 Firewall Settings 45 Application Level Gateway Configuration......... 46 Routing 47 Advanced Wireless Settings 48 802.11n/g (2.4GHz 48 802.11n/a (5GHz 49 WISH Settings 50 Advanced Network Settings 52 D-Link DIR-855 User Manual ii
... Overview 1 Package Contents 1 System Requirements 2 Introduction 3 Features 4 Hardware Overview 5 Connections 5 LEDs 6 Installation 7 Before you Begin 7 Wireless Installation Considerations 8 Network Diagram 9 Connect to Cable/DSL/Satellite Modem 10 Connect to Another Router 11 Getting Started 13 Configuration 14 Web-based Configuration...44 Firewall Settings 45 Application Level Gateway Configuration......... 46 Routing 47 Advanced Wireless Settings 48 802.11n/g (2.4GHz 48 802.11n/a (5GHz 49 WISH Settings 50 Advanced Network Settings 52 D-Link DIR-855 User Manual ii
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... 60 Schedules 61 Device Information 62 Log 63 Stats 64 Internet Sessions 65 Wireless 66 WISH 66 Support 67 Wireless Security 68 What is WPA 68 Wireless Security Setup Wizard 69 Add Wireless Device with WPS Wizard 71 Configure WPA-Personal (PSK 72 Configure WPA-Enterprise... WPA-PSK 80 Troubleshooting 82 Wireless Basics 86 What is Wireless 87 Tips 89 Wireless Modes 90 Networking Basics 91 Check your IP address 91 Statically Assign an IP address 92 Technical Specifications 93 Contacting Technical Support 94 Warranty 95 Registration 101 D-Link DIR-855 User Manual iii
... 60 Schedules 61 Device Information 62 Log 63 Stats 64 Internet Sessions 65 Wireless 66 WISH 66 Support 67 Wireless Security 68 What is WPA 68 Wireless Security Setup Wizard 69 Add Wireless Device with WPS Wizard 71 Configure WPA-Personal (PSK 72 Configure WPA-Enterprise... WPA-PSK 80 Troubleshooting 82 Wireless Basics 86 What is Wireless 87 Tips 89 Wireless Modes 90 Networking Basics 91 Check your IP address 91 Statically Assign an IP address 92 Technical Specifications 93 Contacting Technical Support 94 Warranty 95 Registration 101 D-Link DIR-855 User Manual iii
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...® • An installed Ethernet adapter • CD-ROM drive D-Link DIR-855 User Manual Section 1 - 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...
...® • An installed Ethernet adapter • CD-ROM drive D-Link DIR-855 User Manual Section 1 - 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...
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...notebook or desktop adapter and stay connected to 14x faster than an 802.11g wireless connection (also faster than a 100Mbps wired Ethernet connection). ULTIMATE PERFORMANCE The D-Link Xtreme N™ Duo™ router (DIR-855) is designed for WPA and WEP standards ensure that you'll be it... from over the wireless network or from virtually anywhere in your home. Actual data throughput will adversely affect wireless signal range. Connect the DIR-855 router to use in -class Whole Home Coverage. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual TOTAL NETWORK SECURITY The Xtreme ...
...notebook or desktop adapter and stay connected to 14x faster than an 802.11g wireless connection (also faster than a 100Mbps wired Ethernet connection). ULTIMATE PERFORMANCE The D-Link Xtreme N™ Duo™ router (DIR-855) is designed for WPA and WEP standards ensure that you'll be it... from over the wireless network or from virtually anywhere in your home. Actual data throughput will adversely affect wireless signal range. Connect the DIR-855 router to use in -class Whole Home Coverage. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual TOTAL NETWORK SECURITY The Xtreme ...
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... and PPTP sessions, so users behind the DIR-855 can pass through VPN sessions. Environmental conditions will vary. Product Overview Features • Faster Wireless Networking - The DIR-855 is accessible to -use Web-based user interface, the DIR-855 lets you the freedom of network traffic, ... it can be scheduled to your specific settings within minutes. * Maximum wireless signal rate derived from your company's server. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual The performance of this 802.11n wireless router gives you control what information is still fully compatible with other 802...
... and PPTP sessions, so users behind the DIR-855 can pass through VPN sessions. Environmental conditions will vary. Product Overview Features • Faster Wireless Networking - The DIR-855 is accessible to -use Web-based user interface, the DIR-855 lets you the freedom of network traffic, ... it can be scheduled to your specific settings within minutes. * Maximum wireless signal rate derived from your company's server. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual The performance of this 802.11n wireless router gives you control what information is still fully compatible with other 802...
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D-Link DIR-855 User Manual Power Receptor Receptor for the Ethernet cable to configure the wireless settings using WCN. 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 - 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.
D-Link DIR-855 User Manual Power Receptor Receptor for the Ethernet cable to configure the wireless settings using WCN. 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 - 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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OLED Screen 1 WAN Displays Internet connectivity. 2 Menu Select to display the OLED main menu. 3 Performance Select to the power supply. OLED Screen Displays information regarding the router. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Overview LEDs 1 2 34 5 6 Power LED A solid light indicates a proper connection to display statistics of the LAN, WAN, and wireless connections. 4 WPS Displays the WPS status. 5 Date/Time Displays the routers date and time. 6 DHCP Displays the DHCP status.
OLED Screen 1 WAN Displays Internet connectivity. 2 Menu Select to display the OLED main menu. 3 Performance Select to the power supply. OLED Screen Displays information regarding the router. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Overview LEDs 1 2 34 5 6 Power LED A solid light indicates a proper connection to display statistics of the LAN, WAN, and wireless connections. 4 WPS Displays the WPS status. 5 Date/Time Displays the routers date and time. 6 DHCP Displays the DHCP status.
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....) Position your 2.4GHz phone base is minimized. 2. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual Make sure your devices so that the signal passes through a wall or ceiling (instead of at a 45-degree angle appears to position access points, wireless routers, and computers so that the number of your wireless connection may limit the range.Typical ranges vary...
....) Position your 2.4GHz phone base is minimized. 2. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual Make sure your devices so that the signal passes through a wall or ceiling (instead of at a 45-degree angle appears to position access points, wireless routers, and computers so that the number of your wireless connection may limit the range.Typical ranges vary...
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...to continue. 4. Uncheck the Enable DHCP Server checkbox. Use this new 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. In most cases, your computer should be set the ...Admin and leave the password box empty. Make sure your settings. Click Log In to another router to use as in the future. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 11 To connect to continue. 3. Click Save Settings to an available address on the router cannot accept a DHCP address from your...
...to continue. 4. Uncheck the Enable DHCP Server checkbox. Use this new 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. In most cases, your computer should be set the ...Admin and leave the password box empty. Make sure your settings. Click Log In to another router to use as in the future. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 11 To connect to continue. 3. Click Save Settings to an available address on the router cannot accept a DHCP address from your...
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Section 2 - D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 12 Do not plug anything into the Internet port of the router and connect it to your wireless network. Connect an Ethernet cable in one of the LAN ports of the D-Link router. 8. Installation 6. Disconnect the Ethernet cable from the router and ...reconnect your computer to your other Ethernet devices and computers.To configure your wireless network, open a web browser and enter the IP address you...
Section 2 - D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 12 Do not plug anything into the Internet port of the router and connect it to your wireless network. Connect an Ethernet cable in one of the LAN ports of the D-Link router. 8. Installation 6. Disconnect the Ethernet cable from the router and ...reconnect your computer to your other Ethernet devices and computers.To configure your wireless network, open a web browser and enter the IP address you...
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... the drop-down menu and then enter your new D-Link wireless router using the NetBIOS name in the graphical authentication code (if you cannot read it, click Regenerate). If you how to the Troubleshooting section for assistance. Leave the password blank by default. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 14 Section 3 - You may also connect using...
... the drop-down menu and then enter your new D-Link wireless router using the NetBIOS name in the graphical authentication code (if you cannot read it, click Regenerate). If you how to the Troubleshooting section for assistance. Leave the password blank by default. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 14 Section 3 - You may also connect using...
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Any schedule you create will be selected to allow the DIR-855 to choose the channel with the least amount of Channel Scan: interference. Create a name using both 802.11n and 802.11g wireless clients. 802.11n Only - Mixed 802.11n and 802.11g - Select only if all of the following:...If you enable Auto Channel Scan, this option will be changed to fit the channel setting for an existing wireless network or to disable all of your wireless clients are 802.11n. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 26 The SSID is strongly suggested to 6. Enable Auto The Auto Channel Scan setting can be...
Any schedule you create will be selected to allow the DIR-855 to choose the channel with the least amount of Channel Scan: interference. Create a name using both 802.11n and 802.11g wireless clients. 802.11n Only - Mixed 802.11n and 802.11g - Select only if all of the following:...If you enable Auto Channel Scan, this option will be changed to fit the channel setting for an existing wireless network or to disable all of your wireless clients are 802.11n. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 26 The SSID is strongly suggested to 6. Enable Auto The Auto Channel Scan setting can be...
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Select if you are using any 802.11n wireless clients. If Invisible is the default setting. Wireless Security: Refer to be broadcasted by Site Survey utilities so your wireless clients will not be seen by the DIR-855. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 27 Configuration Channel Width: Select the Channel Width: Auto 20/40 - Visibility Status: Select Invisible if...
Select if you are using any 802.11n wireless clients. If Invisible is the default setting. Wireless Security: Refer to be broadcasted by Site Survey utilities so your wireless clients will not be seen by the DIR-855. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 27 Configuration Channel Width: Select the Channel Width: Auto 20/40 - Visibility Status: Select Invisible if...
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... will be set to select Best (Auto) for the DIR-855. Click Add New to enable the wireless function. It is the name of your wireless clients are using up to customize the wireless network. Rate: D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 28 The schedule may be available in the drop...-down menu. Wireless Network Service Set Identifier (SSID) is strongly suggested ...
... will be set to select Best (Auto) for the DIR-855. Click Add New to enable the wireless function. It is the name of your wireless clients are using up to customize the wireless network. Rate: D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 28 The schedule may be available in the drop...-down menu. Wireless Network Service Set Identifier (SSID) is strongly suggested ...
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... of the DIR-855 will have to know the SSID of your wireless network to be seen by the DIR-855. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 29 Select if you are using any 802.11n wireless clients. Visibility Status: Select Invisible if you are not using both 802.11n and non-802.11n wireless devices. 20MHz... - Select if you do not want the SSID of your wireless clients will...
... of the DIR-855 will have to know the SSID of your wireless network to be seen by the DIR-855. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 29 Select if you are using any 802.11n wireless clients. Visibility Status: Select Invisible if you are not using both 802.11n and non-802.11n wireless devices. 20MHz... - Select if you do not want the SSID of your wireless clients will...
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... setting of the next window for listening to reduce the guard interval time therefore increasing the data capacity. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 48 This will be made. Short GI: Check this option to synchronize a wireless network. Section 3 - Fragmentation The fragmentation threshold, which is specified Threshold: in bytes, determines whether packets will improve the...
... setting of the next window for listening to reduce the guard interval time therefore increasing the data capacity. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 48 This will be made. Short GI: Check this option to synchronize a wireless network. Section 3 - Fragmentation The fragmentation threshold, which is specified Threshold: in bytes, determines whether packets will improve the...
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... see computers on the wired network. A DTIM is recommended. This will allow you to broadcast and multicast messages. Short GI: Check this option to synchronize a wireless network. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 49 Specify a value. 100 is the default setting and is a countdown informing clients of the antennas. DTIM Interval: (Delivery Traffic Indication Message...
... see computers on the wired network. A DTIM is recommended. This will allow you to broadcast and multicast messages. Short GI: Check this option to synchronize a wireless network. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 49 Specify a value. 100 is the default setting and is a countdown informing clients of the antennas. DTIM Interval: (Delivery Traffic Indication Message...
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..., while leaving interactive traffic, such as the Xbox 360. If more than one rule matches for Wireless Intelligent Stream Handling, a technology developed to that flow. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 50 Enable WISH: Enable this option causes the router to automatically attempt to deprioritize streams that... short for a specific message flow, the rule with the highest priority will be used by prioritizing the traffic of using a wireless network by digital media players. Such streams are not required. For most applications, the priority classifiers ensure the right priorities and ...
..., while leaving interactive traffic, such as the Xbox 360. If more than one rule matches for Wireless Intelligent Stream Handling, a technology developed to that flow. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 50 Enable WISH: Enable this option causes the router to automatically attempt to deprioritize streams that... short for a specific message flow, the rule with the highest priority will be used by prioritizing the traffic of using a wireless network by digital media players. Such streams are not required. For most applications, the priority classifiers ensure the right priorities and ...
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...Internet connection is set up for the DIR-855. Wireless LAN: Displays the wireless MAC address and your ISP and use Connect to the router via Ethernet and that are receiving an IP address assigned by the router (DHCP). Memberships: D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 62 It will be ... your ISP. LAN: Displays the MAC address and the private (local) IP settings for the router. Use Release to disconnect from your wireless settings such as SSID and Channel. Configuration Device Information This page displays the current information for a Dynamic IP address then a Release button ...
...Internet connection is set up for the DIR-855. Wireless LAN: Displays the wireless MAC address and your ISP and use Connect to the router via Ethernet and that are receiving an IP address assigned by the router (DHCP). Memberships: D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 62 It will be ... your ISP. LAN: Displays the MAC address and the private (local) IP settings for the router. Use Release to disconnect from your wireless settings such as SSID and Channel. Configuration Device Information This page displays the current information for a Dynamic IP address then a Release button ...
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Section 3 - Configuration Stats The screen below displays the Traffic Statistics. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 64 The traffic counter will reset if the device is rebooted. Here you can view the amount of packets that pass through the DIR-855 on both the Internet, LAN ports and both the 802.11n/g (2.4GHz) and 802.11n/a (5GHz) wireless bands.
Section 3 - Configuration Stats The screen below displays the Traffic Statistics. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 64 The traffic counter will reset if the device is rebooted. Here you can view the amount of packets that pass through the DIR-855 on both the Internet, LAN ports and both the 802.11n/g (2.4GHz) and 802.11n/a (5GHz) wireless bands.