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... part, without obligation to make changes in the content hereof without prior expressed written permission from D-Link Systems, Inc. Revision 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 Manual Revisions Date November 13, 2007 April 23, 2008 October 6, 2009 July 7, 2009 Description DIR-855 Revision A1 with Firmware version 1.00 Updated warranty information Added SharePort USB Network Utility Advanced DNS and...
... part, without obligation to make changes in the content hereof without prior expressed written permission from D-Link Systems, Inc. Revision 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 Manual Revisions Date November 13, 2007 April 23, 2008 October 6, 2009 July 7, 2009 Description DIR-855 Revision A1 with Firmware version 1.00 Updated warranty information Added SharePort USB Network Utility Advanced DNS and...
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... 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
... 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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... 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
... 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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Section 1 - D-Link DIR-855 User Manual Product Overview PPraocdkuacgteOCvoenrtevnietsw D-Link DIR-855 Xtreme N™ Duo™ 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-855 will cause damage and void the warranty for this product.
Section 1 - D-Link DIR-855 User Manual Product Overview PPraocdkuacgteOCvoenrtevnietsw D-Link DIR-855 Xtreme N™ Duo™ 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-855 will cause damage and void the warranty for this product.
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... or higher • Firefox 1.5 or higher • Safari 1.0 or higher (with Service Pack 2 or Vista® • An installed Ethernet adapter • CD-ROM drive D-Link DIR-855 User Manual
... or higher • Firefox 1.5 or higher • Safari 1.0 or higher (with Service Pack 2 or Vista® • An installed Ethernet adapter • CD-ROM drive D-Link DIR-855 User Manual
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...IEEE Standard 802.11a, 802.11g and Draft 802.11n specifications. ULTIMATE PERFORMANCE The D-Link Xtreme N™ Duo™ router (DIR-855) is designed for use the best possible encryption method, regardless of security features including Active... Firewall and WPA2 to use in bigger homes and for users who demand higher performance networking. Connect the DIR-855 router to share photos, files, music, video, printers, and network storage throughout your home. Network conditions...Actual data throughput will adversely affect wireless signal range. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual Section 1 -
...IEEE Standard 802.11a, 802.11g and Draft 802.11n specifications. ULTIMATE PERFORMANCE The D-Link Xtreme N™ Duo™ router (DIR-855) is designed for use the best possible encryption method, regardless of security features including Active... Firewall and WPA2 to use in bigger homes and for users who demand higher performance networking. Connect the DIR-855 router to share photos, files, music, video, printers, and network storage throughout your home. Network conditions...Actual data throughput will adversely affect wireless signal range. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual Section 1 -
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... 802.11g and 802.11a standards, so it can pass through VPN sessions. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual It supports multiple and concurrent IPSec and PPTP sessions, so users behind the DIR-855 can be scheduled to 300Mbps* wireless connection with 802.11a/g Devices - The performance...Actual data throughput will adversely affect wireless signal range. These filters can securely access corporate networks. • User-friendly Setup Wizard - The DIR-855 can connect with existing 802.11g and 802.11a PCI, USB, and Cardbus adapters. • Advanced Firewall Features - Product Overview Features...
... 802.11g and 802.11a standards, so it can pass through VPN sessions. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual It supports multiple and concurrent IPSec and PPTP sessions, so users behind the DIR-855 can be scheduled to 300Mbps* wireless connection with 802.11a/g Devices - The performance...Actual data throughput will adversely affect wireless signal range. These filters can securely access corporate networks. • User-friendly Setup Wizard - The DIR-855 can connect with existing 802.11g and 802.11a PCI, USB, and Cardbus adapters. • Advanced Firewall Features - Product Overview Features...
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Reset Pressing the Reset button restores the router to configure the wireless settings using WCN. Power Receptor Receptor for the Ethernet cable to the cable or DSL modem. 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. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Overview Connections USB Connect a USB 1.1 or 2.0 flash drive to its original factory default settings.
Reset Pressing the Reset button restores the router to configure the wireless settings using WCN. Power Receptor Receptor for the Ethernet cable to the cable or DSL modem. 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. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Overview Connections USB Connect a USB 1.1 or 2.0 flash drive to its original factory default settings.
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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. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual OLED Screen Displays information regarding the router. OLED Screen 1 WAN Displays Internet connectivity. 2 Menu Select to display the OLED main menu. 3 Performance Select to the power supply. 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. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual OLED Screen Displays information regarding the router. OLED Screen 1 WAN Displays Internet connectivity. 2 Menu Select to display the OLED main menu. 3 Performance Select to the power supply. Section 1 -
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... is very important. Installation Installation This section will not work. If you were using the USB connection before using the router, then you are online. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual Before you through the installation process. If you have DSL and are connecting via PPPoE, make sure you disable or uninstall any hardware...
... is very important. Installation Installation This section will not work. If you were using the USB connection before using the router, then you are online. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual Before you through the installation process. If you have DSL and are connecting via PPPoE, make sure you disable or uninstall any hardware...
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... router lets you are using a wireless connection from virtually anywhere within the operating range of the direct line between the D-Link router and other objects that the signal passes through , may limit the range.Typical ranges vary depending on range. A wall that the ...phone base is 1.5 feet thick (.5 meters), at an angle) for better reception. 3. At a 2-degree angle it looks over 42 feet (14 meters) thick! D-Link DIR-855 User Manual The key to follow these basic guidelines: 1. The base transmits a signal even if the phone in not in mind, however, that the number...
... router lets you are using a wireless connection from virtually anywhere within the operating range of the direct line between the D-Link router and other objects that the signal passes through , may limit the range.Typical ranges vary depending on range. A wall that the ...phone base is 1.5 feet thick (.5 meters), at an angle) for better reception. 3. At a 2-degree angle it looks over 42 feet (14 meters) thick! D-Link DIR-855 User Manual The key to follow these basic guidelines: 1. The base transmits a signal even if the phone in not in mind, however, that the number...
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... modem. Unplug the Ethernet cable (that connects your computer to configure your computer. 3. Section 2 - Turn the power off switch, then unplug the modem's power adapter. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 10 Turn on your modem.
... modem. Unplug the Ethernet cable (that connects your computer to configure your computer. 3. Section 2 - Turn the power off switch, then unplug the modem's power adapter. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 10 Turn on your modem.
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...1. Use this new IP address to access the configuration utility of the router in which case you need to change your other router. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 11 Make sure your IP address on the router cannot accept a DHCP address from your computer's IP settings back to the ...to do anything to do the following before making any changes. Section 2 - Installation Connect to Another Router If you are connecting the D-Link router to Admin and leave the password box empty. Plug the power into the router. Please see the Networking Basics section for more information....
...1. Use this new IP address to access the configuration utility of the router in which case you need to change your other router. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 11 Make sure your IP address on the router cannot accept a DHCP address from your computer's IP settings back to the ...to do anything to do the following before making any changes. Section 2 - Installation Connect to Another Router If you are connecting the D-Link router to Admin and leave the password box empty. Plug the power into the router. Please see the Networking Basics section for more information....
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... for more information on setting up your other 3 LAN ports to the router. Connect an Ethernet cable in one of the LAN ports of the D-Link router. 8. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 12
... for more information on setting up your other 3 LAN ports to the router. Connect an Ethernet cable in one of the LAN ports of the D-Link router. 8. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 12
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Installation Getting Started The DIR-855 includes a Quick Router Setup Wizard CD. Follow the simple steps below to run box type "D:\DIR855.exe" (where D: represents the drive letter of your computer, ... CD holder. Section 2 - The step-by the login password on your CD-ROM drive). Insert the Quick Router Setup Wizard CD in Windows® XP. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 13
Installation Getting Started The DIR-855 includes a Quick Router Setup Wizard CD. Follow the simple steps below to run box type "D:\DIR855.exe" (where D: represents the drive letter of your computer, ... CD holder. Section 2 - The step-by the login password on your CD-ROM drive). Insert the Quick Router Setup Wizard CD in Windows® XP. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 13
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....0.1). 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 get a Page Cannot be Displayed error, please refer to configure your password. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 14 You may also connect using the web-based configuration utility...
....0.1). 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 get a Page Cannot be Displayed error, please refer to configure your password. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 14 You may also connect using the web-based configuration utility...
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D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 15 If you want to enter your settings without running the wizard, click Manual Configuration and skip to continue. Click Next to page 19. Create a new password and then click Next to begin. Configuration Setup Wizard Click Launch Internet Connection Setup Wizard to continue. Section 3 -
D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 15 If you want to enter your settings without running the wizard, click Manual Configuration and skip to continue. Click Next to page 19. Create a new password and then click Next to begin. Configuration Setup Wizard Click Launch Internet Connection Setup Wizard to continue. Section 3 -
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D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 16 Section 3 - If you use and then click Next to continue. The default host name is optional but may be changed. Configuration Select ...
D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 16 Section 3 - If you use and then click Next to continue. The default host name is optional but may be changed. Configuration Select ...
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Note: Make sure to continue. Click Next to remove your PPPoE software from your PPTP username and password. Select Static if your ISP assigned you selected PPTP, enter your computer. If you the IP address, subnet mask, gateway, and DNS server addresses. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 17 Click Next to continue. Click Next to continue. If you selected PPPoE, enter your L2TP username and password. Configuration If you selected L2TP, enter your PPPoE username and password. Section 3 - The software is no longer needed and will not work through a router.
Note: Make sure to continue. Click Next to remove your PPPoE software from your PPTP username and password. Select Static if your ISP assigned you selected PPTP, enter your computer. If you the IP address, subnet mask, gateway, and DNS server addresses. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 17 Click Next to continue. Click Next to continue. If you selected PPPoE, enter your L2TP username and password. Configuration If you selected L2TP, enter your PPPoE username and password. Section 3 - The software is no longer needed and will not work through a router.