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... or its subsidiaries in the content hereof without prior expressed written permission from D-Link Systems, Inc. Manual Revisions Revision 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 Date August 22, 2007 December 10, 2007 January 17, 2008 June 18, 2008 August 25, 2008 July 9, 2009 Description DGL-4500 Revision A1 with firmware version 1.00 Removed WDS support (firmware 1.02) Updated OLED...
... or its subsidiaries in the content hereof without prior expressed written permission from D-Link Systems, Inc. Manual Revisions Revision 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 Date August 22, 2007 December 10, 2007 January 17, 2008 June 18, 2008 August 25, 2008 July 9, 2009 Description DGL-4500 Revision A1 with firmware version 1.00 Removed WDS support (firmware 1.02) Updated OLED...
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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...Application 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 ...
... 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...Application 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 ...
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...Schedules 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...
...Schedules 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...
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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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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. D-Link DGL-4500 User Manual Section 1 -
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....com to download the latest version. Product Overview System Requirements Network Requirements • An Ethernet-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... 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
....com to download the latest version. Product Overview System Requirements Network Requirements • An Ethernet-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... 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
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...to prevent potential attacks from across the Internet. * Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11a, 802.11g and Draft 802.11n specifications. ULTIMATE PERFORMANCE The D-Link Xtreme N™ Gaming Router (DGL-4500) is designed for use the best possible encryption method, ...regardless of up to provide the best wireless performance TOTAL SECURITY The most complete set of network traffic, building...
...to prevent potential attacks from across the Internet. * Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11a, 802.11g and Draft 802.11n specifications. ULTIMATE PERFORMANCE The D-Link Xtreme N™ Gaming Router (DGL-4500) is designed for use the best possible encryption method, ...regardless of up to provide the best wireless performance TOTAL SECURITY The most complete set of network traffic, building...
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... behind the DGL-4500 can pass through VPN sessions. Section 1 - The DGL-4500 provides up to participate in real-time activities online, such as video streaming, online gaming, and real-time audio. The performance of this 802.11n wireless router gives you ...Features • Faster Wireless Networking - Actual data throughput will adversely affect wireless signal range. D-Link DGL-4500 User Manual The DGL-4500 is accessible to your specific settings within minutes. * Maximum wireless signal rate derived from your router to those on the wireless network, whether from the...
... behind the DGL-4500 can pass through VPN sessions. Section 1 - The DGL-4500 provides up to participate in real-time activities online, such as video streaming, online gaming, and real-time audio. The performance of this 802.11n wireless router gives you ...Features • Faster Wireless Networking - Actual data throughput will adversely affect wireless signal range. D-Link DGL-4500 User Manual The DGL-4500 is accessible to your specific settings within minutes. * Maximum wireless signal rate derived from your router to those on the wireless network, whether from the...
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Section 1 - Power Receptor Receptor for the Ethernet cable to the cable or DSL modem. Gigabit 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. Internet Port The auto MDI/MDIX Internet port is the connection for the supplied power adapter. 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
Section 1 - Power Receptor Receptor for the Ethernet cable to the cable or DSL modem. Gigabit 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. Internet Port The auto MDI/MDIX Internet port is the connection for the supplied power adapter. 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
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Section 1 - D-Link DGL-4500 User Manual Power LED A solid light indicates a proper connection to establish a connection. 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).
Section 1 - D-Link DGL-4500 User Manual Power LED A solid light indicates a proper connection to establish a connection. 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).
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D-Link DGL-4500 User Manual Section 1 - 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.
D-Link DGL-4500 User Manual Section 1 - 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.
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...you through the installation process. D-Link DGL-4500 User Manual Do not place the router in an enclosed area such as WinPoet, Broadjump, or Enternet 300 from your computer or you will not be 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. Placement of the router is connected to the modem and make sure the computer you must turn off your modem. If you...
...you through the installation process. D-Link DGL-4500 User Manual Do not place the router in an enclosed area such as WinPoet, Broadjump, or Enternet 300 from your computer or you will not be 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. Placement of the router is connected to the modem and make sure the computer you must turn off your modem. If you...
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...it looks over 42 feet (14 meters) thick! A wall that is to position access points, wireless routers, and computers so that the signal will degrade your home or business. D-Link DGL-4500 User Manual A solid metal door or aluminum studs may degrade dramatically or drop completely. Keep ...your wireless devices as glass, steel, metal, walls with insulation, water (fish tanks), mirrors, ...
...it looks over 42 feet (14 meters) thick! A wall that is to position access points, wireless routers, and computers so that the signal will degrade your home or business. D-Link DGL-4500 User Manual A solid metal door or aluminum studs may degrade dramatically or drop completely. Keep ...your wireless devices as glass, steel, metal, walls with insulation, water (fish tanks), mirrors, ...
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Section 2 - Installation Network Diagram D-Link DGL-4500 User Manual 10
Section 2 - Installation Network Diagram D-Link DGL-4500 User Manual 10
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...unplug the modem's power adapter. Plug an Ethernet cable into the router. 2. Plug the power adapter to the router and connect to configure your modem. Refer to page 15 to an outlet or power strip. D-Link DGL-4500 User Manual 11 Installation Connect to Cable/DSL/Satellite Modem If you ...are connecting the router to boot (about 30 seconds for the modem to a cable/DSL/satellite modem, please follow ...
...unplug the modem's power adapter. Plug an Ethernet cable into the router. 2. Plug the power adapter to the router and connect to configure your modem. Refer to page 15 to an outlet or power strip. D-Link DGL-4500 User Manual 11 Installation Connect to Cable/DSL/Satellite Modem If you ...are connecting the router to boot (about 30 seconds for the modem to a cable/DSL/satellite modem, please follow ...
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... the user name to the original values as a wireless access point and/or switch, you are connecting the D-Link router to another router, please follow the steps below: 1. Plug the power into the router. If you need to continue. 3. D-Link DGL-4500 User Manual 12 The LAN ports on the computer... is 192.168.0.xxx (where xxx is between 2 and 254). Click Log In to change your network. Click Save Settings to save your existing settings before connecting the router to your other router. Uncheck the ...
... the user name to the original values as a wireless access point and/or switch, you are connecting the D-Link router to another router, please follow the steps below: 1. Plug the power into the router. If you need to continue. 3. D-Link DGL-4500 User Manual 12 The LAN ports on the computer... is 192.168.0.xxx (where xxx is between 2 and 254). Click Log In to change your network. Click Save Settings to save your existing settings before connecting the router to your other router. Uncheck the ...
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... it to your other Ethernet devices and computers.To configure your wireless network, open a web browser and enter the IP address you assigned to connect other router. You may now use the other 3 LAN ports to the router. Refer to your wireless network. D-Link DGL-4500 User Manual 13 Section 2 - Installation 6. Disconnect the Ethernet cable from the...
... it to your other Ethernet devices and computers.To configure your wireless network, open a web browser and enter the IP address you assigned to connect other router. You may now use the other 3 LAN ports to the router. Refer to your wireless network. D-Link DGL-4500 User Manual 13 Section 2 - Installation 6. Disconnect the Ethernet cable from the...
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...in the CD-ROM drive. D-Link DGL-4500 User Manual 14 The step-by-step instructions that follow the on your CD-ROM drive). In the run the Setup Wizard to manually setup your router without the wizard. You may manually configure your router. When the autorun screen appears... D: represents the drive letter of your computer, go to Start > Run. Section 2 - Insert the Quick Router Setup Wizard CD in Windows® XP. Refer to the next page to guide you quickly through the installation process. Installation Getting Started The DGL-4500 includes a Quick Router Setup Wizard CD.
...in the CD-ROM drive. D-Link DGL-4500 User Manual 14 The step-by-step instructions that follow the on your CD-ROM drive). In the run the Setup Wizard to manually setup your router without the wizard. You may manually configure your router. When the autorun screen appears... D: represents the drive letter of your computer, go to Start > Run. Section 2 - Insert the Quick Router Setup Wizard CD in Windows® XP. Refer to the next page to guide you quickly through the installation process. Installation Getting Started The DGL-4500 includes a Quick Router Setup Wizard CD.
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...for assistance. D-Link DGL-4500 User Manual 15 You may also enter the NetBIOS name ("dlinkrouter") to configure your password. 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).... If you cannot read it, click Regenerate). Leave the password blank by default. Configuration Configuration This section will show you how to access the router. Select Admin from the drop-down menu and then enter your new D-Link wireless router using ...
...for assistance. D-Link DGL-4500 User Manual 15 You may also enter the NetBIOS name ("dlinkrouter") to configure your password. 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).... If you cannot read it, click Regenerate). Leave the password blank by default. Configuration Configuration This section will show you how to access the router. Select Admin from the drop-down menu and then enter your new D-Link wireless router using ...
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If you want to configure your wireless settings, click Launch Wireless Security Setup Wizard and skip to continue. D-Link DGL-4500 User Manual 16 Section 3 - Click Next to page 67. You may click Setup Wizard to begin. Configuration Setup Wizard Click Launch Internet Connection 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 page 20. If you want to enter your router.
If you want to configure your wireless settings, click Launch Wireless Security Setup Wizard and skip to continue. D-Link DGL-4500 User Manual 16 Section 3 - Click Next to page 67. You may click Setup Wizard to begin. Configuration Setup Wizard Click Launch Internet Connection 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 page 20. If you want to enter your router.