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...you , the SharePort Go is there. just plug in mobile connectivity • Versatile network functionality (Wi-Fi Hotspot, Access Point, Repeater) DIR-506L Your mobile companion for on vacation, at the airport, or at a business meeting, the SharePort Go is the ultimate mobile connectivity device.... to all of your devices, all at home, on -the-go connectivity Featuring a compact design and rechargeable battery, the highly portable D-Link SharePort Go (DIR-506L) is the perfect way to all of your favorite media. All your media on all your media -- wherever life takes you 're at...
...you , the SharePort Go is there. just plug in mobile connectivity • Versatile network functionality (Wi-Fi Hotspot, Access Point, Repeater) DIR-506L Your mobile companion for on vacation, at the airport, or at a business meeting, the SharePort Go is the ultimate mobile connectivity device.... to all of your devices, all at home, on -the-go connectivity Featuring a compact design and rechargeable battery, the highly portable D-Link SharePort Go (DIR-506L) is the perfect way to all of your favorite media. All your media on all your media -- wherever life takes you 're at...
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...; WPA™ & WPA2™ (Wi-Fi Protected Access) • Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) - D-Link, the D-Link logo, D-Link Green, the D-Link Green logo, ShareCenter, and the D-Link RoHS logo are for comparison purposes only. References to 90% non-condensing Certifications • Wi-Fi® •...your USB-Powered Smartphone WPS Push Button Securely connect to change without notice, and actual product appearance may affect performance. DIR-506L SharePort™ Go Mobile Companion Reset Button Restore settings SharePort™ Connect a USB storage device or charge your ...
...; WPA™ & WPA2™ (Wi-Fi Protected Access) • Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) - D-Link, the D-Link logo, D-Link Green, the D-Link Green logo, ShareCenter, and the D-Link RoHS logo are for comparison purposes only. References to 90% non-condensing Certifications • Wi-Fi® •...your USB-Powered Smartphone WPS Push Button Securely connect to change without notice, and actual product appearance may affect performance. DIR-506L SharePort™ Go Mobile Companion Reset Button Restore settings SharePort™ Connect a USB storage device or charge your ...
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..., 2012 • Initial release Description Trademarks D-Link and the D-Link logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of such revisions or changes. Copyright © 2012 by D-Link Systems, Inc. All other countries. Preface Preface D-Link reserves the right to revise this publication and to... or product names mentioned herein are trademarks or registered trademarks of D-Link Corporation or its subsidiaries in the content hereof without prior expressed written permission from D-Link Systems, Inc. D-Link DIR-506L User Manual i This publication may not be reproduced, in whole or...
..., 2012 • Initial release Description Trademarks D-Link and the D-Link logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of such revisions or changes. Copyright © 2012 by D-Link Systems, Inc. All other countries. Preface Preface D-Link reserves the right to revise this publication and to... or product names mentioned herein are trademarks or registered trademarks of D-Link Corporation or its subsidiaries in the content hereof without prior expressed written permission from D-Link Systems, Inc. D-Link DIR-506L User Manual i This publication may not be reproduced, in whole or...
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... Wireless 56 Advanced Network 57 Tools 58 Admin Settings 58 Time 59 SysLog 60 E-mail Settings 61 System 62 Firmware Upgrade 63 Dynamic DNS 64 D-Link DIR-506L User Manual ii
... Wireless 56 Advanced Network 57 Tools 58 Admin Settings 58 Time 59 SysLog 60 E-mail Settings 61 System 62 Firmware Upgrade 63 Dynamic DNS 64 D-Link DIR-506L User Manual ii
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Table of Contents System Check 65 Schedules 66 Status 67 Device Info 67 Log 68 Statistics 69 Wireless 70 Help 71 Connecting a Wireless Client 72 WPS Button 72 Wi-Fi Protected Setup 73 Windows® 7 74 WPA/WPA2 74 WPS 77 Windows Vista 81 WPA/WPA2 82 WPS/WCN 2.0 84 Windows® XP 85 WPA/WPA2 86 Networking Basics 96 Assign a Static IP address 97 Technical Specifications 98 GPL Code Statement 99 Warranty 114 Registration 122 Troubleshooting 88 Wireless Basics 92 What is Wireless 93 Tips...95 D-Link DIR-506L User Manual iii
Table of Contents System Check 65 Schedules 66 Status 67 Device Info 67 Log 68 Statistics 69 Wireless 70 Help 71 Connecting a Wireless Client 72 WPS Button 72 Wi-Fi Protected Setup 73 Windows® 7 74 WPA/WPA2 74 WPS 77 Windows Vista 81 WPA/WPA2 82 WPS/WCN 2.0 84 Windows® XP 85 WPA/WPA2 86 Networking Basics 96 Assign a Static IP address 97 Technical Specifications 98 GPL Code Statement 99 Warranty 114 Registration 122 Troubleshooting 88 Wireless Basics 92 What is Wireless 93 Tips...95 D-Link DIR-506L User Manual iii
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Product Overview Product Overview Package Contents DIR-506L SharePort™ Go Mobile Companion USB Cable Rechargeable Battery Quick Install Guide If any of the above items are missing from your package, please contact your reseller. D-Link DIR-506L User Manual 1 Section 1 -
Product Overview Product Overview Package Contents DIR-506L SharePort™ Go Mobile Companion USB Cable Rechargeable Battery Quick Install Guide If any of the above items are missing from your package, please contact your reseller. D-Link DIR-506L User Manual 1 Section 1 -
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...; Firefox • Chrome Windows® Users: Make sure you have the latest version of Java installed. Visit www.java.com to download the latest version. D-Link DIR-506L User Manual 2
...; Firefox • Chrome Windows® Users: Make sure you have the latest version of Java installed. Visit www.java.com to download the latest version. D-Link DIR-506L User Manual 2
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Support for best-in-class Whole Home Coverage. Environmental conditions will vary. D-Link DIR-506L User Manual 3 TOTAL SECURITY The most complete set of security features including Active Firewall and WPA/WPA2 to prevent potential attacks from across ...security features to prevent unauthorized access, be able to a cable or DSL modem and share your network against outside intruders. TOTAL NETWORK SECURITY The DIR-506L router supports all of your home. In addition, this router includes a Quality of network traffic, building materials and construction, and network overhead, ...
Support for best-in-class Whole Home Coverage. Environmental conditions will vary. D-Link DIR-506L User Manual 3 TOTAL SECURITY The most complete set of security features including Active Firewall and WPA/WPA2 to prevent potential attacks from across ...security features to prevent unauthorized access, be able to a cable or DSL modem and share your network against outside intruders. TOTAL NETWORK SECURITY The DIR-506L router supports all of your home. In addition, this router includes a Quality of network traffic, building materials and construction, and network overhead, ...
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...Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of advanced network management features including: • Content Filtering - D-Link DIR-506L User Manual 4 Product Overview Features • Faster Wireless Networking - Easily applied content filtering based on certain days...streaming, online gaming and real-time audio. • Compatible with other 802.11n wireless clients. Environmental conditions will vary. The DIR-506L is fully compatible with existing 802.11g devices. • Advanced Firewall Features - The Web-based user interface displays a number of...
...Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of advanced network management features including: • Content Filtering - D-Link DIR-506L User Manual 4 Product Overview Features • Faster Wireless Networking - Easily applied content filtering based on certain days...streaming, online gaming and real-time audio. • Compatible with other 802.11n wireless clients. Environmental conditions will vary. The DIR-506L is fully compatible with existing 802.11g devices. • Advanced Firewall Features - The Web-based user interface displays a number of...
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... WiFi Client Wi-Fi off Device Off Pressing the WPS button allows additional devices to connect securely and automatically. Pressing the Reset button restores the DIR-506L to share a USB or a storage device with your local network. Both allow you to its original factory default settings. Flashing Green Connect to USB (SharePort...™ Mobile and SharePort™ Web File Access. Connect a USB flash drive to charge device as soon as possible Battery full charged when device off D-Link DIR-506L User Manual 5 Section 1 -
... WiFi Client Wi-Fi off Device Off Pressing the WPS button allows additional devices to connect securely and automatically. Pressing the Reset button restores the DIR-506L to share a USB or a storage device with your local network. Both allow you to its original factory default settings. Flashing Green Connect to USB (SharePort...™ Mobile and SharePort™ Web File Access. Connect a USB flash drive to charge device as soon as possible Battery full charged when device off D-Link DIR-506L User Manual 5 Section 1 -
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Product Overview Hardware Overview Side/Left 1 2 3 1 Ethernet LAN/WAN Port The auto MDI/MDIX Internet port is the connection for the device to the router and charges the battery. D-Link DIR-506L User Manual 6 Note that the battery must be installed for the Ethernet cable to the cable or DSL modem. 2 Power Switch Turns the DIR-506L on and off. 3 Mini USB Port This port provides power to work. Section 1 -
Product Overview Hardware Overview Side/Left 1 2 3 1 Ethernet LAN/WAN Port The auto MDI/MDIX Internet port is the connection for the device to the router and charges the battery. D-Link DIR-506L User Manual 6 Note that the battery must be installed for the Ethernet cable to the cable or DSL modem. 2 Power Switch Turns the DIR-506L on and off. 3 Mini USB Port This port provides power to work. Section 1 -
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Note: Using a rechargeable battery other than the one that came with your package may cause damage to remove it and access the battery compartment. 2 Battery Compartment Insert the rechargeable battery into the compartment, making sure the contact points on the battery are properly aligned with the contact points of the device. After proper insertion, replace the battery cover. Product Overview Hardware Overview Battery Compartment 1 2 1 Battery Cover Slide the battery cover to your device and will void its warranty. D-Link DIR-506L User Manual 7 Section 1 -
Note: Using a rechargeable battery other than the one that came with your package may cause damage to remove it and access the battery compartment. 2 Battery Compartment Insert the rechargeable battery into the compartment, making sure the contact points on the battery are properly aligned with the contact points of the device. After proper insertion, replace the battery cover. Product Overview Hardware Overview Battery Compartment 1 2 1 Battery Cover Slide the battery cover to your device and will void its warranty. D-Link DIR-506L User Manual 7 Section 1 -
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Section 1 - You can also share files with your wireless network by up to your cable modem, DSL modem or other Internet source and shares your Internet connection with other computers or devices on your devices wirelessly, providing Internet access for an entire home or office. Note: For best quality, we suggest this application be used by using the SharePort™ Mobile feature. USB Storage Drive Internet Cable/DSL Modem DIR-506L Wireless Devices D-Link DIR-506L User Manual 8 Product Overview Router Mode Diagram The DIR-506L connects to five users simultaneously.
Section 1 - You can also share files with your wireless network by up to your cable modem, DSL modem or other Internet source and shares your Internet connection with other computers or devices on your devices wirelessly, providing Internet access for an entire home or office. Note: For best quality, we suggest this application be used by using the SharePort™ Mobile feature. USB Storage Drive Internet Cable/DSL Modem DIR-506L Wireless Devices D-Link DIR-506L User Manual 8 Product Overview Router Mode Diagram The DIR-506L connects to five users simultaneously.
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... Diagram The DIR-506L can also share files with an Internet connection, such as a hotspot at a hotel, airport, or coffee shop. You can connect to an existing wireless network with other computers or devices on your wireless network by up to multiple wireless devices. USB Storage Drive Internet D-Link DIR-506L User Manual SharePort DIR-506L Wireless...
... Diagram The DIR-506L can also share files with an Internet connection, such as a hotspot at a hotel, airport, or coffee shop. You can connect to an existing wireless network with other computers or devices on your wireless network by up to multiple wireless devices. USB Storage Drive Internet D-Link DIR-506L User Manual SharePort DIR-506L Wireless...
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... app. Wireless devices can connect to an existing network and allow wireless devices to connect to use the DIR-506L in AP mode: Existing Network Switch Internet SharePort DIR-506L OR Wireless Devices Modem D-Link DIR-506L User Manual Router DIR-506L SharePort Wireless Devices 10 Below are two examples of how to the network. Section 1 - Product Overview AP...
... app. Wireless devices can connect to an existing network and allow wireless devices to connect to use the DIR-506L in AP mode: Existing Network Switch Internet SharePort DIR-506L OR Wireless Devices Modem D-Link DIR-506L User Manual Router DIR-506L SharePort Wireless Devices 10 Below are two examples of how to the network. Section 1 - Product Overview AP...
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... your current wireless router or access point. Product Overview Repeater Mode Diagram Use Repeater mode to your wireless clients. Internet Modem Existing Wireless Router SharePort DIR-506L Wireless Devices D-Link DIR-506L User Manual 11 Note that Repeater mode does not support sharing files from a USB storage drive or the SharePort Mobile app.
... your current wireless router or access point. Product Overview Repeater Mode Diagram Use Repeater mode to your wireless clients. Internet Modem Existing Wireless Router SharePort DIR-506L Wireless Devices D-Link DIR-506L User Manual 11 Note that Repeater mode does not support sharing files from a USB storage drive or the SharePort Mobile app.
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...5. Building Materials make a difference. If you access your network using 2.4GHz cordless phones or X-10 (wireless products such as possible. D-Link DIR-506L User Manual 12 Section 1 - Be aware of walls, ceilings or other network devices to be almost 3 feet (1 meter) thick. ...Product Overview Wireless Installation Considerations The D-Link wireless router lets you are using a wireless connection from virtually anywhere within the operating range of materials and background radio frequency (...
...5. Building Materials make a difference. If you access your network using 2.4GHz cordless phones or X-10 (wireless products such as possible. D-Link DIR-506L User Manual 12 Section 1 - Be aware of walls, ceilings or other network devices to be almost 3 feet (1 meter) thick. ...Product Overview Wireless Installation Considerations The D-Link wireless router lets you are using a wireless connection from virtually anywhere within the operating range of materials and background radio frequency (...
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...a USB port on position and wait until the power SharePort LED turns green. 3. By default the DIR-506L is strongly recommended to the on your wireless utility and connect to set up. 4. D-Link DIR-506L User Manual 13 Make sure the battery is left blank (no security). Push the power button to ... First Time Setup 1. It is in Router mode and must be connected wirelessly with a computer or mobile device to the DIR-506L. The default Wi-Fi Network Name (SSID) is dlink_DIR-506L and the Wi-Fi Password is installed properly (see page 7). LAN LAN ON OFF ON - 5V + OFF 5V 2....
...a USB port on position and wait until the power SharePort LED turns green. 3. By default the DIR-506L is strongly recommended to the on your wireless utility and connect to set up. 4. D-Link DIR-506L User Manual 13 Make sure the battery is left blank (no security). Push the power button to ... First Time Setup 1. It is in Router mode and must be connected wirelessly with a computer or mobile device to the DIR-506L. The default Wi-Fi Network Name (SSID) is dlink_DIR-506L and the Wi-Fi Password is installed properly (see page 7). LAN LAN ON OFF ON - 5V + OFF 5V 2....
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...name and leave the password field empty. Click the Setup tab. If you want to use a web browser and continue with the setup. D-Link DIR-506L User Manual 14 Enter http://192.168.0.1 or http://dlinkrouter.local in the address bar. 7. Section 2 - If you may install the SharePort...you are using an Android or iOS device (iPad, mobile phone, etc) and want to manually configure your settings, skip to your DIR-506L, you may either run the Internet Connection Setup Wizard or manually configure your web browser. Once you have completed configuring your mobile device and...
...name and leave the password field empty. Click the Setup tab. If you want to use a web browser and continue with the setup. D-Link DIR-506L User Manual 14 Enter http://192.168.0.1 or http://dlinkrouter.local in the address bar. 7. Section 2 - If you may install the SharePort...you are using an Android or iOS device (iPad, mobile phone, etc) and want to manually configure your settings, skip to your DIR-506L, you may either run the Internet Connection Setup Wizard or manually configure your web browser. Once you have completed configuring your mobile device and...
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...your mobile device to the App store or Play store so that you may download the QRS (Quick Router Setup) Mobile app to use your DIR-506L. Press Settings > Wi-Fi and select the wireless network (SSID) that you have the app, search QRS Mobile from your Wi-Fi password... the barcode scanner App (e.g. Please make sure you created in the setup, and then enter your iOS or Android device. Enter your DIR-506L wirelessly: Default WiFi SSID: dlink_DIR-506L Default Password: (leave this blank) Settings D-Link DIR-506L User Manual 15 If you created in the setup. Android -
...your mobile device to the App store or Play store so that you may download the QRS (Quick Router Setup) Mobile app to use your DIR-506L. Press Settings > Wi-Fi and select the wireless network (SSID) that you have the app, search QRS Mobile from your Wi-Fi password... the barcode scanner App (e.g. Please make sure you created in the setup, and then enter your iOS or Android device. Enter your DIR-506L wirelessly: Default WiFi SSID: dlink_DIR-506L Default Password: (leave this blank) Settings D-Link DIR-506L User Manual 15 If you created in the setup. Android -