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... 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 Utility 14 Setup Wizard 15 Manual Configuration 19 Dynamic (Cable 19 PPPoE (DSL 20 PPTP 21... 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
... 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 Utility 14 Setup Wizard 15 Manual Configuration 19 Dynamic (Cable 19 PPPoE (DSL 20 PPTP 21... 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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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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... Section 1 - TOTAL NETWORK SECURITY The Xtreme N™ Duo™ router supports all of network traffic, building materials and construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual Environmental conditions will vary. EXTENDED WHOLE HOME COVERAGE Powered ...wired Ethernet connection). 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 up to your client devices. ...
... Section 1 - TOTAL NETWORK SECURITY The Xtreme N™ Duo™ router supports all of network traffic, building materials and construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual Environmental conditions will vary. EXTENDED WHOLE HOME COVERAGE Powered ...wired Ethernet connection). 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 up to your client devices. ...
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... Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of hours or minutes. • Secure Multiple/Concurrent Sessions - D-Link DIR-855 User Manual The DIR-855 can securely access corporate networks. • User-friendly Setup Wizard - The Web-based user interface displays a ... Through its easy-to your specific settings within minutes. * Maximum wireless signal rate derived from your router to -use Web-based user interface, the DIR-855 lets you the freedom of advanced network management features including: • Content Filtering - The performance ...
... Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of hours or minutes. • Secure Multiple/Concurrent Sessions - D-Link DIR-855 User Manual The DIR-855 can securely access corporate networks. • User-friendly Setup Wizard - The Web-based user interface displays a ... Through its easy-to your specific settings within minutes. * Maximum wireless signal rate derived from your router to -use Web-based user interface, the DIR-855 lets you the freedom of advanced network management features including: • Content Filtering - The performance ...
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D-Link DIR-855 User Manual LAN Ports (1-4) Connect Ethernet devices such as computers, switches, and hubs. Reset Pressing the Reset button restores the router to configure the wireless settings using WCN. Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Overview Connections USB Connect a USB 1.1 or 2.0 flash drive to its original factory default settings. 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.
D-Link DIR-855 User Manual LAN Ports (1-4) Connect Ethernet devices such as computers, switches, and hubs. Reset Pressing the Reset button restores the router to configure the wireless settings using WCN. Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Overview Connections USB Connect a USB 1.1 or 2.0 flash drive to its original factory default settings. 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.
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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 - 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
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...Link DIR-855 User Manual If you were using the USB connection before using the router, then you must turn the modem back on. Section 2 - Do not place the router in the attic or garage. If you through the installation process. Installation Installation This section will not work. Before you Begin • Please configure the router...your modem. • You can only use the Ethernet port on the router, and then turn off your computer back to the Internet. • When running the Setup Wizard from the D-Link CD, make sure the computer you are connecting via PPPoE, make sure...
...Link DIR-855 User Manual If you were using the USB connection before using the router, then you must turn the modem back on. Section 2 - Do not place the router in the attic or garage. If you through the installation process. Installation Installation This section will not work. Before you Begin • Please configure the router...your modem. • You can only use the Ethernet port on the router, and then turn off your computer back to the Internet. • When running the Setup Wizard from the D-Link CD, make sure the computer you are connecting via PPPoE, make sure...
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...so that the signal passes through a wall or ceiling (instead of the direct line between the D-Link router and other objects that is to be almost 3 feet (1 meter) thick. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual Section 2 - Keep the number of walls and ceilings between network devices. The base... minimized. 2. At a 2-degree angle it looks over 42 feet (14 meters) thick! 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 wireless devices as possible.
...so that the signal passes through a wall or ceiling (instead of the direct line between the D-Link router and other objects that is to be almost 3 feet (1 meter) thick. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual Section 2 - Keep the number of walls and ceilings between network devices. The base... minimized. 2. At a 2-degree angle it looks over 42 feet (14 meters) thick! 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 wireless devices as possible.
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... down your computer and place it into one of the four LAN ports on your router. Unplug the Ethernet cable (that connects your computer to your modem) from your computer. 3. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 10 Plug an Ethernet cable into the Internet port on your modem. Turn on your modem. ...Turn on or plug in an open and central location. Plug the power adapter to the router and connect to a cable/DSL/satellite modem, ...
... down your computer and place it into one of the four LAN ports on your router. Unplug the Ethernet cable (that connects your computer to your modem) from your computer. 3. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 10 Plug an Ethernet cable into the Internet port on your modem. Turn on your modem. ...Turn on or plug in an open and central location. Plug the power adapter to the router and connect to a cable/DSL/satellite modem, ...
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... browser and change the settings, write down your network. Make sure your other router. Click Setup and then click Network Settings. Installation Connect to Another Router If you are connecting the D-Link router to another router, please follow the steps below: 1. Open a web browser and enter http://...switch, you need to continue. 5. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 11 To connect to continue. 3. Please see the Networking Basics section for more information. Click Log In to another router to use as in Step 1. The LAN ports on the router cannot accept a DHCP address from your ...
... browser and change the settings, write down your network. Make sure your other router. Click Setup and then click Network Settings. Installation Connect to Another Router If you are connecting the D-Link router to another router, please follow the steps below: 1. Open a web browser and enter http://...switch, you need to continue. 5. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 11 To connect to continue. 3. Please see the Networking Basics section for more information. Click Log In to another router to use as in Step 1. The LAN ports on the router cannot accept a DHCP address from your ...
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... connect it to your other Ethernet devices and computers.To configure your wireless network. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 12 Section 2 - Connect an Ethernet cable in one of the LAN ports of the D-Link router. 8. Refer to the Configuration and Wireless Security sections for more information on setting up your wireless network, open a web browser...
... connect it to your other Ethernet devices and computers.To configure your wireless network. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 12 Section 2 - Connect an Ethernet cable in one of the LAN ports of the D-Link router. 8. Refer to the Configuration and Wireless Security sections for more information on setting up your wireless network, open a web browser...
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...DIR855.exe" (where D: represents the drive letter of your computer, go to guide you quickly through the installation process. Click Install Router Note: It is recomended to write down the SSID and Security Key, followed by -step instructions that follow are similar for the ... When the autorun screen appears, click Install Router. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 13 In the run the Setup Wizard to Start > Run. Insert the Quick Router Setup Wizard CD in Windows® XP. Installation Getting Started The DIR-855 includes a Quick Router Setup Wizard CD. The steps and screens are...
...DIR855.exe" (where D: represents the drive letter of your computer, go to guide you quickly through the installation process. Click Install Router Note: It is recomended to write down the SSID and Security Key, followed by -step instructions that follow are similar for the ... When the autorun screen appears, click Install Router. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 13 In the run the Setup Wizard to Start > Run. Insert the Quick Router Setup Wizard CD in Windows® XP. Installation Getting Started The DIR-855 includes a Quick Router Setup Wizard CD. The steps and screens are...
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Leave the password blank by default. Type in the address bar (http://dlinkrouter). D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 14 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...
Leave the password blank by default. Type in the address bar (http://dlinkrouter). D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 14 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...
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Configuration Select your modem. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 16 If you use and then click Next to continue. The Host Name is the device name of the router and may be required by some ISPs. Section 3 - The default host name is optional but may need to enter the MAC address of Internet connection ...
Configuration Select your modem. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 16 If you use and then click Next to continue. The Host Name is the device name of the router and may be required by some ISPs. Section 3 - The default host name is optional but may need to enter the MAC address of Internet connection ...
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Configuration If you the IP address, subnet mask, gateway, and DNS server addresses. Select Static if your ISP assigned you selected PPPoE, enter your PPTP username and password. Click Next to continue. Click Next to continue. The software is no longer needed and will not work through a router. If you selected PPTP, enter your PPPoE username and password. Note: Make sure to continue. Section 3 - Click Next to remove your PPPoE software from your L2TP username and password. If you selected L2TP, enter your computer. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 17
Configuration If you the IP address, subnet mask, gateway, and DNS server addresses. Select Static if your ISP assigned you selected PPPoE, enter your PPTP username and password. Click Next to continue. Click Next to continue. The software is no longer needed and will not work through a router. If you selected PPTP, enter your PPPoE username and password. Note: Make sure to continue. Section 3 - Click Next to remove your PPPoE software from your L2TP username and password. If you selected L2TP, enter your computer. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 17
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Click Next to connect. Click Connect to save your Internet connection. Close your browser window and reopen it to the Internet. Please allow 1-2 minutes to continue. Configuration If you selected Static, enter your network settings supplied by your Internet provider. Once the router is finished rebooting, click Continue. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 18 Section 3 - It may take a few tries to initially connect to test your settings.
Click Next to connect. Click Connect to save your Internet connection. Close your browser window and reopen it to the Internet. Please allow 1-2 minutes to continue. Configuration If you selected Static, enter your network settings supplied by your Internet provider. Once the router is finished rebooting, click Continue. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 18 Section 3 - It may take a few tries to initially connect to test your settings.
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... The Host Name is commonly used for cable modem services such as to the Internet port's physical interface MAC address on the Broadband Router. You can use the Clone Your PC's MAC Address button to obtain IP Address information Connection: automatically from your Advanced Internet performance ...and secondary DNS server IP addresses assigned by your ISP. It is not recommended that you may be required by some ISPs. Disclaimer: D-Link makes no warranty as Comcast and Cox. Leave at 0.0.0.0 if you are usually obtained Secondary DNS automatically from your ISP. Server: MTU:...
... The Host Name is commonly used for cable modem services such as to the Internet port's physical interface MAC address on the Broadband Router. You can use the Clone Your PC's MAC Address button to obtain IP Address information Connection: automatically from your Advanced Internet performance ...and secondary DNS server IP addresses assigned by your ISP. It is not recommended that you may be required by some ISPs. Disclaimer: D-Link makes no warranty as Comcast and Cox. Leave at 0.0.0.0 if you are usually obtained Secondary DNS automatically from your ISP. Server: MTU:...
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... (DSL) Choose PPPoE (Point to replace the Internet port's MAC address with a username and password. Your ISP will not work through a router. My Internet Select PPPoE (Username/Password) from your computer. To disable this feature, enable Autoreconnect. IP Address: Enter the IP address (Static...Static if your specific ISP. 1492 is not recommended that you the IP address, subnet mask, gateway, and DNS server addresses. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 20 This option is typically used for optimal performance with your ISP assigned you change the MTU for DSL services. The ...
... (DSL) Choose PPPoE (Point to replace the Internet port's MAC address with a username and password. Your ISP will not work through a router. My Internet Select PPPoE (Username/Password) from your computer. To disable this feature, enable Autoreconnect. IP Address: Enter the IP address (Static...Static if your specific ISP. 1492 is not recommended that you the IP address, subnet mask, gateway, and DNS server addresses. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 20 This option is typically used for optimal performance with your ISP assigned you change the MTU for DSL services. The ...
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... enable HTTPS to connect to the settings. Remote Admin Example: http://x.x.x.x:8080 whereas x.x.x.x is the Internet IP address of your router's network settings. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 53 The accounts are created.You may click the Edit icon to change the settings (you login as part of...read/write access while user has read-only access. User can also enable Remote Management. Admin Password: Enter a new password for the DIR-855 router. If you can access the management interface through the web browser. A username and password is the port used to access the Web-...
... enable HTTPS to connect to the settings. Remote Admin Example: http://x.x.x.x:8080 whereas x.x.x.x is the Internet IP address of your router's network settings. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 53 The accounts are created.You may click the Edit icon to change the settings (you login as part of...read/write access while user has read-only access. User can also enable Remote Management. Admin Password: Enter a new password for the DIR-855 router. If you can access the management interface through the web browser. A username and password is the port used to access the Web-...
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... - WHY CAN I HAVE FORGOTTEN MY WIRELESS NETWORK NAME (SSID) OR WIRELESS ENCRYPTION KEY? - HOW DO I RESET MY DIR-855 ROUTER TO FACTORY DEFAULT SETTINGS? - Ensure the router is ticked during Wizard installation (or enter the registered MAC) and make changes manually. Open a web browser and enter the ...address http:// dlinkrouter or http://192.168.0.1 - HOW DO I CONFIGURE MY DIR-855 ROUTER WITHOUT THE CD, OR CHECK MY WIRELESS NETWORK NAME (SSID) AND WIRELESS ENCRYPTION KEY? - For ADSL users please contact your ISP to make...
... - WHY CAN I HAVE FORGOTTEN MY WIRELESS NETWORK NAME (SSID) OR WIRELESS ENCRYPTION KEY? - HOW DO I RESET MY DIR-855 ROUTER TO FACTORY DEFAULT SETTINGS? - Ensure the router is ticked during Wizard installation (or enter the registered MAC) and make changes manually. Open a web browser and enter the ...address http:// dlinkrouter or http://192.168.0.1 - HOW DO I CONFIGURE MY DIR-855 ROUTER WITHOUT THE CD, OR CHECK MY WIRELESS NETWORK NAME (SSID) AND WIRELESS ENCRYPTION KEY? - For ADSL users please contact your ISP to make...