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... 5 LEDs 6 OLED Screen 7 Installation 8 Before you Begin 8 Wireless Installation Considerations 9 Network Diagram 10 Manual Setup 11 Connect to Cable/DSL/Satellite Modem....... 11 Connect to Another Router 12 Getting Started 14 Quick Router Setup Wizard 14 Configuration 15 Web-based Configuration Utility 15 Setup Wizard... Rules 35 Gaming 36 GameFuel 37 Classification 37 Change Uplink Speed 37 Routing 39 Access Control 40 Access Control Wizard 40 Website Filters 43 MAC Address Filters 44 Firewall Settings 45 Enable SPI 45 DMZ 45 D-Link DGL-4500 User Manual iii
... 5 LEDs 6 OLED Screen 7 Installation 8 Before you Begin 8 Wireless Installation Considerations 9 Network Diagram 10 Manual Setup 11 Connect to Cable/DSL/Satellite Modem....... 11 Connect to Another Router 12 Getting Started 14 Quick Router Setup Wizard 14 Configuration 15 Web-based Configuration Utility 15 Setup Wizard... Rules 35 Gaming 36 GameFuel 37 Classification 37 Change Uplink Speed 37 Routing 39 Access Control 40 Access Control Wizard 40 Website Filters 43 MAC Address Filters 44 Firewall Settings 45 Enable SPI 45 DMZ 45 D-Link DGL-4500 User Manual iii
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... 61 Device Information 62 Wireless 63 Routing 63 Logs 64 Statistics 65 Internet Sessions 65 Wish Sessions 66 Help 66 Wireless Security 67 What is WPA 67 Wireless Security Setup Wizard 68 Add Wireless Device with WPS Wizard ...70 Configure WEP 71 Configure WPA-Personal (PSK 72 Configure WPA-Enterprise (RADIUS 73 Connect to a Wireless Network 75 Using Windows Vista 75 Configure Wireless Security 76 Connect Using WCN 2.0 in Windows Vista 78 Connect to a Wireless Network 79 Using Windows® XP 79 Configure WEP 80 D-Link DGL-4500 User Manual...
... 61 Device Information 62 Wireless 63 Routing 63 Logs 64 Statistics 65 Internet Sessions 65 Wish Sessions 66 Help 66 Wireless Security 67 What is WPA 67 Wireless Security Setup Wizard 68 Add Wireless Device with WPS Wizard ...70 Configure WEP 71 Configure WPA-Personal (PSK 72 Configure WPA-Enterprise (RADIUS 73 Connect to a Wireless Network 75 Using Windows Vista 75 Configure Wireless Security 76 Connect Using WCN 2.0 in Windows Vista 78 Connect to a Wireless Network 79 Using Windows® XP 79 Configure WEP 80 D-Link DGL-4500 User Manual...
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Table of Contents Configure WPA-PSK 82 Troubleshooting 84 Wireless Basics 88 What is Wireless 89 Tips 91 Wireless Modes 92 Networking Basics 93 Check your IP address 93 Statically Assign an IP address 94 Technical Specifications 95 Contacting Technical Support 96 Warranty 97 Registration 103 D-Link DGL-4500 User Manual
Table of Contents Configure WPA-PSK 82 Troubleshooting 84 Wireless Basics 88 What is Wireless 89 Tips 91 Wireless Modes 92 Networking Basics 93 Check your IP address 93 Statically Assign an IP address 94 Technical Specifications 95 Contacting Technical Support 96 Warranty 97 Registration 103 D-Link DGL-4500 User Manual
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D-Link DGL-4500 User Manual Section 1 - Product Overview PPraocdkuacgteOCvoenrtevnietsw D-Link DGL-4500 Gaming Router Power Adapter Ethernet Cable CD-ROM Stand Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage rating than the one included with the DGL-4500 will cause damage and void the warranty for this product.
D-Link DGL-4500 User Manual Section 1 - Product Overview PPraocdkuacgteOCvoenrtevnietsw D-Link DGL-4500 Gaming Router Power Adapter Ethernet Cable CD-ROM Stand Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage rating than the one included with the DGL-4500 will cause damage and void the warranty for this product.
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...-based Cable or DSL modem • IEEE 802.11n-draft/g/a wireless clients • 10/100/1000 Ethernet Computer with the following : • Windows® XP with Java 1.3.1 or higher) • Flock 0.7.14 or higher • Opera 6.0 or higher Windows® Users: Make sure you have the latest version of Java installed. CD... 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 DGL-4500 User Manual Visit www.java.com to download the latest version. Section 1 -
...-based Cable or DSL modem • IEEE 802.11n-draft/g/a wireless clients • 10/100/1000 Ethernet Computer with the following : • Windows® XP with Java 1.3.1 or higher) • Flock 0.7.14 or higher • Opera 6.0 or higher Windows® Users: Make sure you have the latest version of Java installed. CD... 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 DGL-4500 User Manual Visit www.java.com to download the latest version. Section 1 -
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... - ULTIMATE PERFORMANCE The D-Link Xtreme N™ Gaming Router (DGL-4500) is designed for use the best possible encryption method, regardless of security features including Active Firewall and WPA/WPA2 to prevent unauthorized access, be able to 14x faster than an 802.11g wireless connection (also faster than... a 100Mbps wired Ethernet connection). Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of up to use in bigger homes and for best-in your client devices. D-Link DGL-4500 User Manual
... - ULTIMATE PERFORMANCE The D-Link Xtreme N™ Gaming Router (DGL-4500) is designed for use the best possible encryption method, regardless of security features including Active Firewall and WPA/WPA2 to prevent unauthorized access, be able to 14x faster than an 802.11g wireless connection (also faster than... a 100Mbps wired Ethernet connection). Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of up to use in bigger homes and for best-in your client devices. D-Link DGL-4500 User Manual
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... Devices - D-Link DGL-4500 User Manual Easily applied content filtering based on certain days or for a duration of wireless networking at speeds 14x faster than 802.11g. • Compatible with other 802.11n wireless clients. Through its easy-to your company's server. These filters can securely access corporate networks. • User-friendly Setup Wizard - Configure your router to -use...
... Devices - D-Link DGL-4500 User Manual Easily applied content filtering based on certain days or for a duration of wireless networking at speeds 14x faster than 802.11g. • Compatible with other 802.11n wireless clients. Through its easy-to your company's server. These filters can securely access corporate networks. • User-friendly Setup Wizard - Configure your router to -use...
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Gigabit LAN Ports (1-4) Connect Ethernet devices such as computers, switches, and hubs. Power Receptor Receptor for the Ethernet cable to the cable or DSL modem. Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Overview Connections USB Connect a USB 1.1 or 2.0 flash drive to its original factory default settings. D-Link DGL-4500 User Manual Reset Pressing the Reset button restores the router to configure the wireless settings using WCN. Internet Port The auto MDI/MDIX Internet port is the connection for the supplied power adapter.
Gigabit LAN Ports (1-4) Connect Ethernet devices such as computers, switches, and hubs. Power Receptor Receptor for the Ethernet cable to the cable or DSL modem. Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Overview Connections USB Connect a USB 1.1 or 2.0 flash drive to its original factory default settings. D-Link DGL-4500 User Manual Reset Pressing the Reset button restores the router to configure the wireless settings using WCN. Internet Port The auto MDI/MDIX Internet port is the connection for the supplied power adapter.
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Section 1 - WPS LED (side of unit) A solid light indicates a successful WPS connection. A blinking light indicates the device is trying to the power supply. Product Overview Hardware Overview LEDs OLED Screen Displays information regarding the router (see next page). D-Link DGL-4500 User Manual Power LED A solid light indicates a proper connection to establish a connection.
Section 1 - WPS LED (side of unit) A solid light indicates a successful WPS connection. A blinking light indicates the device is trying to the power supply. Product Overview Hardware Overview LEDs OLED Screen Displays information regarding the router (see next page). D-Link DGL-4500 User Manual Power LED A solid light indicates a proper connection to establish a connection.
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D-Link DGL-4500 User Manual Product Overview Hardware Overview OLED Screen 1 23 456 OLED Screen 1 WAN Displays Internet connectivity. 2 Menu Select to display the OLED main menu. 3 Performance Select to display the data of the LAN, WAN, and wireless connections. 4 WPS Displays the WPS status. 5 Date/Time Displays the routers date and time. 6 Status Displays the device status. Section 1 -
D-Link DGL-4500 User Manual Product Overview Hardware Overview OLED Screen 1 23 456 OLED Screen 1 WAN Displays Internet connectivity. 2 Menu Select to display the OLED main menu. 3 Performance Select to display the data of the LAN, WAN, and wireless connections. 4 WPS Displays the WPS status. 5 Date/Time Displays the routers date and time. 6 Status Displays the device status. Section 1 -
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...or Enternet 300 from your modem. • You can only use the Ethernet port on . Section 2 - D-Link DGL-4500 User Manual Installation Installation This section will not be able to connect to the Internet port on the router, and then turn the modem back on your modem, disconnect the USB cable and connect an Ethernet... cable to the Internet. • When running the Setup Wizard from the D-Link CD, make sure the computer you are running the...
...or Enternet 300 from your modem. • You can only use the Ethernet port on . Section 2 - D-Link DGL-4500 User Manual Installation Installation This section will not be able to connect to the Internet port on the router, and then turn the modem back on your modem, disconnect the USB cable and connect an Ethernet... cable to the Internet. • When running the Setup Wizard from the D-Link CD, make sure the computer you are running the...
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... range of walls and ceilings between network devices. Keep your network using 2.4GHz cordless phones or X-10 (wireless products such as possible. A wall that generate RF noise. 5. D-Link DGL-4500 User Manual Installation Wireless Installation Considerations The D-Link wireless router lets you are using a wireless connection from electrical devices or appliances that is to be almost 3 feet (1 meter) thick. The base...
... range of walls and ceilings between network devices. Keep your network using 2.4GHz cordless phones or X-10 (wireless products such as possible. A wall that generate RF noise. 5. D-Link DGL-4500 User Manual Installation Wireless Installation Considerations The D-Link wireless router lets you are using a wireless connection from electrical devices or appliances that is to be almost 3 feet (1 meter) thick. The base...
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...boot (about 30 seconds for the router to your modem) from your modem. Turn on the router. 4. Plug the power adapter to the router and connect to a cable/DSL/satellite modem, please follow the steps below: 1. Wait about 30 seconds). 6. D-Link DGL-4500 User Manual 11 If there is no on.../off on your computer and place it into one of the four LAN ports on your modem. Unplug the Ethernet cable (that connects your computer to boot. 7. Place the router in your computer. 8. Turn on...
...boot (about 30 seconds for the router to your modem) from your modem. Turn on the router. 4. Plug the power adapter to the router and connect to a cable/DSL/satellite modem, please follow the steps below: 1. Wait about 30 seconds). 6. D-Link DGL-4500 User Manual 11 If there is no on.../off on your computer and place it into one of the four LAN ports on your modem. Unplug the Ethernet cable (that connects your computer to boot. 7. Place the router in your computer. 8. Turn on...
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..., set to your computer. 2. Click on your computer's IP settings back to the original values as a wireless access point and/or switch, you need to save your network. Close the browser and change the settings, write ...user name to do the following before making any changes. Uncheck the Enable DHCP Server checkbox. Use this new IP address to access the configuration utility of your existing settings before connecting the router to your network: • Disable UPnP™ • Disable DHCP • Change the LAN IP address to continue. 4. D-Link DGL-4500 User Manual...
..., set to your computer. 2. Click on your computer's IP settings back to the original values as a wireless access point and/or switch, you need to save your network. Close the browser and change the settings, write ...user name to do the following before making any changes. Uncheck the Enable DHCP Server checkbox. Use this new IP address to access the configuration utility of your existing settings before connecting the router to your network: • Disable UPnP™ • Disable DHCP • Change the LAN IP address to continue. 4. D-Link DGL-4500 User Manual...
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... your other Ethernet devices and computers.To configure your wireless network, open a web browser and enter the IP address you assigned to the Configuration and Wireless Security sections for more information on setting up your network. 7. Installation 6. Disconnect the Ethernet cable from the router and reconnect your computer to connect other router. D-Link DGL-4500 User Manual 13 Section 2 -
... your other Ethernet devices and computers.To configure your wireless network, open a web browser and enter the IP address you assigned to the Configuration and Wireless Security sections for more information on setting up your network. 7. Installation 6. Disconnect the Ethernet cable from the router and reconnect your computer to connect other router. D-Link DGL-4500 User Manual 13 Section 2 -
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Refer to the next page to manually setup your router without the wizard. You may manually configure your router. In the run the Setup Wizard to Start > Run. D-Link DGL-4500 User Manual 14 Installation Getting Started The DGL-4500 includes a Quick Router Setup Wizard CD. Insert the Quick Router Setup Wizard CD in Windows® XP. When the autorun screen appears, click BEGIN...
Refer to the next page to manually setup your router without the wizard. You may manually configure your router. In the run the Setup Wizard to Start > Run. D-Link DGL-4500 User Manual 14 Installation Getting Started The DGL-4500 includes a Quick Router Setup Wizard CD. Insert the Quick Router Setup Wizard CD in Windows® XP. When the autorun screen appears, click BEGIN...
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...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). Enter http://dlinkrouter and press Enter. Leave the password blank by default. Type in the graphical authentication code (if you...("dlinkrouter") to the Troubleshooting section for assistance. Select Admin from the drop-down menu and then enter your new D-Link wireless router using the web-based configuration utility. D-Link DGL-4500 User Manual 15 If you get a Page Cannot be Displayed error, please refer to access the...
...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). Enter http://dlinkrouter and press Enter. Leave the password blank by default. Type in the graphical authentication code (if you...("dlinkrouter") to the Troubleshooting section for assistance. Select Admin from the drop-down menu and then enter your new D-Link wireless router using the web-based configuration utility. D-Link DGL-4500 User Manual 15 If you get a Page Cannot be Displayed error, please refer to access the...
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Section 3 - Click Next to begin. If you want to configure your wireless settings, click Launch Wireless Security Setup Wizard and skip to page 67. Configuration Setup Wizard Click Launch Internet Connection Setup Wizard to continue. If you want to page 20. D-Link DGL-4500 User Manual 16 You may click Setup Wizard to quickly configure your settings without running the wizard, click on Internet on the left side and then click Manual Configure and skip to enter your router.
Section 3 - Click Next to begin. If you want to configure your wireless settings, click Launch Wireless Security Setup Wizard and skip to page 67. Configuration Setup Wizard Click Launch Internet Connection Setup Wizard to continue. If you want to page 20. D-Link DGL-4500 User Manual 16 You may click Setup Wizard to quickly configure your settings without running the wizard, click on Internet on the left side and then click Manual Configure and skip to enter your router.
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Section 3 - Select your time zone from the drop-down menu and then click Next to continue. D-Link DGL-4500 User Manual 17 Select your ISP from the drop-down menu or select the type of Internet connection you use and then click Next to continue. Configuration Create a new password and then click Next to continue.
Section 3 - Select your time zone from the drop-down menu and then click Next to continue. D-Link DGL-4500 User Manual 17 Select your ISP from the drop-down menu or select the type of Internet connection you use and then click Next to continue. Configuration Create a new password and then click Next to continue.