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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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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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...to a cable or DSL modem and share your home. In addition, this high performance router provides superior Whole Home Coverage while reducing dead spots. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual Connect the DIR-855 router to prevent potential attacks from across the Internet. * Maximum wireless signal rate derived from... Internet access with everyone on the network. Support for users who demand higher performance networking. ULTIMATE PERFORMANCE The D-Link Xtreme N™ Duo™ router (DIR-855) is designed for use in bigger homes and for WPA and WEP standards ensure that you'll be...
...to a cable or DSL modem and share your home. In addition, this high performance router provides superior Whole Home Coverage while reducing dead spots. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual Connect the DIR-855 router to prevent potential attacks from across the Internet. * Maximum wireless signal rate derived from... Internet access with everyone on the network. Support for users who demand higher performance networking. ULTIMATE PERFORMANCE The D-Link Xtreme N™ Duo™ router (DIR-855) is designed for use in bigger homes and for WPA and WEP standards ensure that you'll be...
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... your specific settings within minutes. * Maximum wireless signal rate derived from your router to participate in real-time activities online, such as video streaming, online gaming, and real-time audio. The DIR-855 is accessible to 300Mbps* wireless connection with existing 802.11g and 802.11a... from the Internet or from IEEE Standard 802.11g, 802.11a, and Draft 802.11n specifications. Configure your company's server. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual Section 1 - The performance of wireless networking at speeds 650% faster than 802.11g. • Compatible with 802.11a/g ...
... your specific settings within minutes. * Maximum wireless signal rate derived from your router to participate in real-time activities online, such as video streaming, online gaming, and real-time audio. The DIR-855 is accessible to 300Mbps* wireless connection with existing 802.11g and 802.11a... from the Internet or from IEEE Standard 802.11g, 802.11a, and Draft 802.11n specifications. Configure your company's server. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual Section 1 - The performance of wireless networking at speeds 650% faster than 802.11g. • Compatible with 802.11a/g ...
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LAN Ports (1-4) Connect Ethernet devices such as computers, switches, and hubs. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual Power Receptor Receptor for the Ethernet cable to its original factory default settings. Internet Port The auto MDI/MDIX Internet port is the connection for the supplied power adapter. Section 1 - Reset Pressing the Reset button restores the router to the cable or DSL modem. Product Overview Hardware Overview Connections USB Connect a USB 1.1 or 2.0 flash drive to configure the wireless settings using WCN.
LAN Ports (1-4) Connect Ethernet devices such as computers, switches, and hubs. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual Power Receptor Receptor for the Ethernet cable to its original factory default settings. Internet Port The auto MDI/MDIX Internet port is the connection for the supplied power adapter. Section 1 - Reset Pressing the Reset button restores the router to the cable or DSL modem. Product Overview Hardware Overview Connections USB Connect a USB 1.1 or 2.0 flash drive to configure the wireless settings using WCN.
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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. OLED Screen Displays information regarding the router. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 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. OLED Screen Displays information regarding the router. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 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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... able to connect to the Internet. • When running the Setup Wizard from the D-Link CD, make sure you are running the CD from is very important. Before you through the installation process. Do not place the router in an enclosed area such as WinPoet, Broadjump, or Enternet 300 from your modem... some cases, you may need to Ethernet). • If you have disconnected any PPPoE software such as a closet, cabinet, or in the attic or garage. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual If you were using the USB connection before using the router, then you are online. Section 2 -
... able to connect to the Internet. • When running the Setup Wizard from the D-Link CD, make sure you are running the CD from is very important. Before you through the installation process. Do not place the router in an enclosed area such as WinPoet, Broadjump, or Enternet 300 from your modem... some cases, you may need to Ethernet). • If you have disconnected any PPPoE software such as a closet, cabinet, or in the attic or garage. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual If you were using the USB connection before using the router, then you are online. Section 2 -
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...Keep the number of walls, ceilings, or other network devices to position access points, wireless routers, and computers so that the number, thickness and location of walls and ceilings between network..., may have a negative effect on the types of the direct line between the D-Link router and other objects that generate RF noise. 5. Building Materials make a difference. Be ... angle) for better reception. 3. Section 2 - Installation Wireless Installation Considerations The D-Link wireless router lets you are using a wireless connection from 3-90 feet (1-30 meters.) Position your ...
...Keep the number of walls, ceilings, or other network devices to position access points, wireless routers, and computers so that the number, thickness and location of walls and ceilings between network..., may have a negative effect on the types of the direct line between the D-Link router and other objects that generate RF noise. 5. Building Materials make a difference. Be ... angle) for better reception. 3. Section 2 - Installation Wireless Installation Considerations The D-Link wireless router lets you are using a wireless connection from 3-90 feet (1-30 meters.) Position your ...
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...plug in an open and central location. Wait for the router to configure your computer to an outlet or power strip. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 10 Unplug the Ethernet cable (that connects your router. Plug the power adapter to the router and connect to your modem) from your computer and ...place it into the router. 2. Turn the power off switch, then unplug the...
...plug in an open and central location. Wait for the router to configure your computer to an outlet or power strip. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 10 Unplug the Ethernet cable (that connects your router. Plug the power adapter to the router and connect to your modem) from your computer and ...place it into the router. 2. Turn the power off switch, then unplug the...
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... to do the following before making any changes. The LAN ports on your network. To connect to another router to use as in which case you are connecting the D-Link router to your IP address on Advanced and then click Advanced Network. Make sure your computer. 2. Please see ...enter an available IP address and the subnet mask of your network. Section 2 - Uncheck the Enable DHCP Server checkbox. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 11 Plug the power into the router. In most cases, your settings. Open a web browser and enter http://192.168.0.1 and press Enter. Click Log In...
... to do the following before making any changes. The LAN ports on your network. To connect to another router to use as in which case you are connecting the D-Link router to your IP address on Advanced and then click Advanced Network. Make sure your computer. 2. Please see ...enter an available IP address and the subnet mask of your network. Section 2 - Uncheck the Enable DHCP Server checkbox. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 11 Plug the power into the router. In most cases, your settings. Open a web browser and enter http://192.168.0.1 and press Enter. Click Log In...
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... browser and enter the IP address you assigned to your other router. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 12 Connect an Ethernet cable in one of the LAN ports of the D-Link router. 8. Refer to your wireless network. Disconnect the Ethernet cable from the router and reconnect your computer to the Configuration and Wireless Security sections for...
... browser and enter the IP address you assigned to your other router. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 12 Connect an Ethernet cable in one of the LAN ports of the D-Link router. 8. Refer to your wireless network. Disconnect the Ethernet cable from the router and reconnect your computer to the Configuration and Wireless Security sections for...
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... Key, followed by -step instructions that follow are shown in the CD-ROM drive. Click Install Router Note: It is recomended to Start > Run. Installation Getting Started The DIR-855 includes a Quick Router Setup Wizard CD. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 13 Follow the simple steps below to guide you quickly through the installation process...
... Key, followed by -step instructions that follow are shown in the CD-ROM drive. Click Install Router Note: It is recomended to Start > Run. Installation Getting Started The DIR-855 includes a Quick Router Setup Wizard CD. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 13 Follow the simple steps below to guide you quickly through the installation process...
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... 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. Configuration Configuration This section will show you how to the Troubleshooting section for assistance. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 14 If you... utility. Section 3 - Web-based Configuration Utility To access the configuration utility, open a web-browser such as Internet Explorer and enter the IP address of the router (192.168.0.1).
... 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. Configuration Configuration This section will show you how to the Troubleshooting section for assistance. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 14 If you... utility. Section 3 - Web-based Configuration Utility To access the configuration utility, open a web-browser such as Internet Explorer and enter the IP address of the router (192.168.0.1).
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... Next to continue. Configuration Select your modem. Select the type of Internet connection you may need to enter the MAC address of the router and may be changed. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 16 If you selected Dynamic, you use and then click Next to continue. The default host name is optional but...
... Next to continue. Configuration Select your modem. Select the type of Internet connection you may need to enter the MAC address of the router and may be changed. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 16 If you selected Dynamic, you use and then click Next to continue. The default host name is optional but...
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If you selected PPTP, enter your computer. Click Next to remove your PPPoE software from your PPTP username and password. If you selected L2TP, enter your PPPoE username and password. Configuration If you the IP address, subnet mask, gateway, and DNS server addresses. Note: Make sure to continue. Click Next to continue. Select Static if your ISP assigned you selected PPPoE, enter your L2TP username and password. Click Next to continue. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 17 The software is no longer needed and will not work through a router. Section 3 -
If you selected PPTP, enter your computer. Click Next to remove your PPPoE software from your PPTP username and password. If you selected L2TP, enter your PPPoE username and password. Configuration If you the IP address, subnet mask, gateway, and DNS server addresses. Note: Make sure to continue. Click Next to continue. Select Static if your ISP assigned you selected PPPoE, enter your L2TP username and password. Click Next to continue. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 17 The software is no longer needed and will not work through a router. Section 3 -
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Close your browser window and reopen it to test your settings. Click Connect to the Internet. Once the router is finished rebooting, click Continue. Please allow 1-2 minutes to continue. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 18 Click Next to connect. Section 3 - Configuration If you selected Static, enter your network settings supplied by your Internet provider. It may take a few tries to initially connect to save your Internet connection.
Close your browser window and reopen it to test your settings. Click Connect to the Internet. Once the router is finished rebooting, click Continue. Please allow 1-2 minutes to continue. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 18 Click Next to connect. Section 3 - Configuration If you selected Static, enter your network settings supplied by your Internet provider. It may take a few tries to initially connect to save your Internet connection.
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...you may be required by correcting many common typo mistakes automatically, taking you where you intended to go and saving you valuable time. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 19 Host Name: The Host Name is not recommended that you change the MTU for cable modem services such as to ...the Internet port's physical interface MAC address on the Broadband Router. Configuration Manual Configuration Dynamic (Cable) My Internet Select Dynamic IP (DHCP) to change the default MAC address unless required by getting you...
...you may be required by correcting many common typo mistakes automatically, taking you where you intended to go and saving you valuable time. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 19 Host Name: The Host Name is not recommended that you change the MTU for cable modem services such as to ...the Internet port's physical interface MAC address on the Broadband Router. Configuration Manual Configuration Dynamic (Cable) My Internet Select Dynamic IP (DHCP) to change the default MAC address unless required by getting you...
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...use the Clone Your PC's MAC Address button to replace the Internet port's MAC address with the MAC address of your computer. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 20 Make sure to Point Protocol over Ethernet) if your PPPoE password and then retype the password in the next...ISP Service Name (optional). you the IP address, subnet mask, gateway, and DNS server addresses. Reconnection Mode: Select either Always-on the Broadband Router. Maximum Idle Enter the Primary and Secondary DNS Server Addresses (Static PPPoE Time: only). Password: Enter your ISP uses a PPPoE connection. DNS ...
...use the Clone Your PC's MAC Address button to replace the Internet port's MAC address with the MAC address of your computer. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 20 Make sure to Point Protocol over Ethernet) if your PPPoE password and then retype the password in the next...ISP Service Name (optional). you the IP address, subnet mask, gateway, and DNS server addresses. Reconnection Mode: Select either Always-on the Broadband Router. Maximum Idle Enter the Primary and Secondary DNS Server Addresses (Static PPPoE Time: only). Password: Enter your ISP uses a PPPoE connection. DNS ...
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... specific ISP. 1400 is set to replace the Internet port's MAC address with your ISP. MAC Address: The default MAC Address is the default MTU. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 22 You can use the Clone Your PC's MAC Address button to the Internet port's physical interface MAC address on the Broadband...
... specific ISP. 1400 is set to replace the Internet port's MAC address with your ISP. MAC Address: The default MAC Address is the default MTU. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 22 You can use the Clone Your PC's MAC Address button to the Internet port's physical interface MAC address on the Broadband...
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D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 24 It is set to the Internet port's physical interface MAC address on the Broadband Router. Configuration MTU: Maximum Transmission Unit - Clone MAC The default MAC Address is not Address: recommended that you may need to replace the Internet port's MAC address with your ISP. You can use the Clone Your PC's MAC Address button to change the default MAC address unless required by your specific ISP. 1400 is the default MTU. Section 3 - you change the MTU for optimal performance with the MAC address of your Ethernet card.
D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 24 It is set to the Internet port's physical interface MAC address on the Broadband Router. Configuration MTU: Maximum Transmission Unit - Clone MAC The default MAC Address is not Address: recommended that you may need to replace the Internet port's MAC address with your ISP. You can use the Clone Your PC's MAC Address button to change the default MAC address unless required by your specific ISP. 1400 is the default MTU. Section 3 - you change the MTU for optimal performance with the MAC address of your Ethernet card.