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...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 CAPTCHA Trademarks D-Link and the D-Link logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of D-Link Corporation or its subsidiaries in the ...company or product names mentioned herein are trademarks or registered trademarks of such revisions or changes. D-Link DIR-855 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 ...
...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 CAPTCHA Trademarks D-Link and the D-Link logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of D-Link Corporation or its subsidiaries in the ...company or product names mentioned herein are trademarks or registered trademarks of such revisions or changes. D-Link DIR-855 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 ...
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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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D-Link DIR-855 User Manual Section 1 - 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.
D-Link DIR-855 User Manual Section 1 - 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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...photos, files, music, video, printers, and network storage throughout your high-speed Internet access with everyone on the network. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual In addition, this high performance router provides superior Whole Home Coverage while reducing dead spots. Environmental conditions will vary... or from the Internet. Actual data throughput will adversely affect wireless signal range. ULTIMATE PERFORMANCE The D-Link Xtreme N™ Duo™ router (DIR-855) is designed for use the best possible encryption method, regardless of the latest wireless security features to...
...photos, files, music, video, printers, and network storage throughout your high-speed Internet access with everyone on the network. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual In addition, this high performance router provides superior Whole Home Coverage while reducing dead spots. Environmental conditions will vary... or from the Internet. Actual data throughput will adversely affect wireless signal range. ULTIMATE PERFORMANCE The D-Link Xtreme N™ Duo™ router (DIR-855) is designed for use the best possible encryption method, regardless of the latest wireless security features to...
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...connect with existing 802.11g and 802.11a PCI, USB, and Cardbus adapters. • Advanced Firewall Features - The DIR-855 can securely access corporate networks. • User-friendly Setup Wizard - Environmental conditions will vary. The performance of this 802... including: • Content Filtering - Configure your company's server. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual It supports multiple and concurrent IPSec and PPTP sessions, so users behind the DIR-855 can pass through VPN sessions. The DIR-855 provides up to your specific settings within minutes. * Maximum wireless signal...
...connect with existing 802.11g and 802.11a PCI, USB, and Cardbus adapters. • Advanced Firewall Features - The DIR-855 can securely access corporate networks. • User-friendly Setup Wizard - Environmental conditions will vary. The performance of this 802... including: • Content Filtering - Configure your company's server. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual It supports multiple and concurrent IPSec and PPTP sessions, so users behind the DIR-855 can pass through VPN sessions. The DIR-855 provides up to your specific settings within minutes. * Maximum wireless signal...
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D-Link DIR-855 User Manual LAN Ports (1-4) Connect Ethernet devices such as computers, switches, and hubs. Product Overview Hardware Overview Connections USB Connect a USB 1.1 or 2.0 flash drive to the cable or DSL modem. 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. Reset Pressing the Reset button restores the router to its original factory default settings. Section 1 -
D-Link DIR-855 User Manual LAN Ports (1-4) Connect Ethernet devices such as computers, switches, and hubs. Product Overview Hardware Overview Connections USB Connect a USB 1.1 or 2.0 flash drive to the cable or DSL modem. 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. Reset Pressing the Reset button restores the router to its original factory default settings. Section 1 -
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D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 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. Section 1 -
D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 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. Section 1 -
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...as WinPoet, Broadjump, or Enternet 300 from your computer back to the modem and make sure you are running the Setup Wizard from the D-Link CD, make sure you disable or uninstall any hardware, re-connect your computer or you will not be able to connect to the Internet port... the router, and then turn the modem back on. Before you must turn off your modem. Section 2 - Installation Installation This section will not work. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual If you were using the USB connection before using the router, then you Begin • Please configure the router with the computer that...
...as WinPoet, Broadjump, or Enternet 300 from your computer back to the modem and make sure you are running the Setup Wizard from the D-Link CD, make sure you disable or uninstall any hardware, re-connect your computer or you will not be able to connect to the Internet port... the router, and then turn the modem back on. Before you must turn off your modem. Section 2 - Installation Installation This section will not work. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual If you were using the USB connection before using the router, then you Begin • Please configure the router with the computer that...
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...access your network using 2.4GHz cordless phones or X-10 (wireless products such as possible. Make sure your wireless signal. 4. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual Keep the number of your wireless devices as ceiling fans, lights, and home security systems), your wireless connection...meters) from virtually anywhere within the operating range of walls and ceilings between network devices. Installation Wireless Installation Considerations The D-Link wireless router lets you are using a wireless connection from electrical devices or appliances that the signal will degrade your 2.4GHz ...
...access your network using 2.4GHz cordless phones or X-10 (wireless products such as possible. Make sure your wireless signal. 4. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual Keep the number of your wireless devices as ceiling fans, lights, and home security systems), your wireless connection...meters) from virtually anywhere within the operating range of walls and ceilings between network devices. Installation Wireless Installation Considerations The D-Link wireless router lets you are using a wireless connection from electrical devices or appliances that the signal will degrade your 2.4GHz ...
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Place the router in your modem. Shut down your computer. 5. Turn on your computer. 8. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 10 Installation Connect to Cable/DSL/Satellite Modem If you are connecting the router to your modem) from your computer and place it ...
Place the router in your modem. Shut down your computer. 5. Turn on your computer. 8. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 10 Installation Connect to Cable/DSL/Satellite Modem If you are connecting the router to your modem) from your computer and place it ...
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...™ • Disable DHCP • Change the LAN IP address to your other router. Click Log In to continue. 5. Uncheck the Enable DHCP Server checkbox. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 11 Section 2 - Connect one of your network. Please see the Networking Basics section for more information. Close the browser and change the settings...
...™ • Disable DHCP • Change the LAN IP address to your other router. Click Log In to continue. 5. Uncheck the Enable DHCP Server checkbox. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 11 Section 2 - Connect one of your network. Please see the Networking Basics section for more information. Close the browser and change the settings...
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... to your network. 7. Do not plug anything into the Internet port of the router and connect it to the router. Installation 6. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 12 Disconnect the Ethernet cable from the router and reconnect your computer to the Configuration and Wireless Security sections for more information on... setting up your other router. Connect an Ethernet cable in one of the LAN ports of the D-Link router. 8. You may now use the other 3 LAN ports to connect other Ethernet devices and computers.To configure your wireless network, open ...
... to your network. 7. Do not plug anything into the Internet port of the router and connect it to the router. Installation 6. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 12 Disconnect the Ethernet cable from the router and reconnect your computer to the Configuration and Wireless Security sections for more information on... setting up your other router. Connect an Ethernet cable in one of the LAN ports of the D-Link router. 8. You may now use the other 3 LAN ports to connect other Ethernet devices and computers.To configure your wireless network, open ...
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D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 13 Installation Getting Started The DIR-855 includes a Quick Router Setup Wizard CD. The steps and screens are shown in the CD-ROM drive. When the autorun screen appears, click Install Router. ...
D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 13 Installation Getting Started The DIR-855 includes a Quick Router Setup Wizard CD. The steps and screens are shown in the CD-ROM drive. When the autorun screen appears, click Install Router. ...
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... 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. If you cannot read it, click Regenerate). Type in the address bar (...
... 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. If you cannot read it, click Regenerate). Type in the address bar (...
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Section 3 - Click Next to continue. Create a new password and then click Next to continue. If you want to enter your settings without running the wizard, click Manual Configuration and skip to begin. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 15 Configuration Setup Wizard Click Launch Internet Connection Setup Wizard to page 19.
Section 3 - Click Next to continue. Create a new password and then click Next to continue. If you want to enter your settings without running the wizard, click Manual Configuration and skip to begin. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 15 Configuration Setup Wizard Click Launch Internet Connection Setup Wizard to page 19.
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... your modem. Select the type of the router and may be changed. The default host name is optional but may be required by some ISPs. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 16 The Host Name is the device name of Internet connection you are currently using that was last connected directly to your time...
... your modem. Select the type of the router and may be changed. The default host name is optional but may be required by some ISPs. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 16 The Host Name is the device name of Internet connection you are currently using that was last connected directly to your time...
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Click Next to continue. Select Static if your computer. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 17 Note: Make sure to continue. Click Next to continue. If you selected PPTP, enter your L2TP username and password. If you selected L2TP, enter your PPTP username and password. Click Next to remove your PPPoE software from your ISP assigned you selected PPPoE, enter your PPPoE username and password. Section 3 - The software is no longer needed and will not work through a router. Configuration If you the IP address, subnet mask, gateway, and DNS server addresses.
Click Next to continue. Select Static if your computer. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 17 Note: Make sure to continue. Click Next to continue. If you selected PPTP, enter your L2TP username and password. If you selected L2TP, enter your PPTP username and password. Click Next to remove your PPPoE software from your ISP assigned you selected PPPoE, enter your PPPoE username and password. Section 3 - The software is no longer needed and will not work through a router. Configuration If you the IP address, subnet mask, gateway, and DNS server addresses.