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... easy. Take it 's that simple! it anywhere • Charge your favorite media. Package Contents • SharePort™ Go Mobile Companion (DIR-506L) • 1700mAh Li-ion battery • USB Cable • Quick Install Guide Minimum Requirements7 Computer with: • Window 7®5,Windows Vista... Interface Card Power Input: • Compatible with USB Power Adapter, 5V/1A minimum (Adapter Not Included) For Internet Access: • Router/AP Mode: Requires an Ethernet wired cable with Internet connectivity • Wi-Fi Hotspot Mode: Requires a Wi-Fi signal with Internet connectivity...
... easy. Take it 's that simple! it anywhere • Charge your favorite media. Package Contents • SharePort™ Go Mobile Companion (DIR-506L) • 1700mAh Li-ion battery • USB Cable • Quick Install Guide Minimum Requirements7 Computer with: • Window 7®5,Windows Vista... Interface Card Power Input: • Compatible with USB Power Adapter, 5V/1A minimum (Adapter Not Included) For Internet Access: • Router/AP Mode: Requires an Ethernet wired cable with Internet connectivity • Wi-Fi Hotspot Mode: Requires a Wi-Fi signal with Internet connectivity...
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... information U.S.A. | 17595 Mt. D-Link, the D-Link logo, D-Link Green, the D-Link Green logo, ShareCenter, and the D-Link RoHS logo are the property of D-Link Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United... Maximum 500GB USB storage size • USB Drive format: FAT32 and NTFS Operation Modes • Router Mode • AP Mode • Repeater Mode • Wi-Fi Hotspot Mode Diagnostic LEDs •...their respective owners. All rights reserved. Updated 9/7/12 Building Networks for People DIR-506L SharePort™ Go Mobile Companion Reset Button Restore settings SharePort™ Connect ...
... information U.S.A. | 17595 Mt. D-Link, the D-Link logo, D-Link Green, the D-Link Green logo, ShareCenter, and the D-Link RoHS logo are the property of D-Link Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United... Maximum 500GB USB storage size • USB Drive format: FAT32 and NTFS Operation Modes • Router Mode • AP Mode • Repeater Mode • Wi-Fi Hotspot Mode Diagnostic LEDs •...their respective owners. All rights reserved. Updated 9/7/12 Building Networks for People DIR-506L SharePort™ Go Mobile Companion Reset Button Restore settings SharePort™ Connect ...
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... Contents Table of Contents Preface i Manual Revisions i Trademarks i Product Overview 1 Package Contents 1 System Requirements 2 Introduction 3 Features 4 Hardware Overview 5 Front/Top 5 Side/Left 6 Battery Compartment 7 Router Mode Diagram 8 Hotspot Diagram 9 AP Mode Diagram 10 Repeater Mode Diagram 11 Wireless Installation Considerations 12 Installation 13 First Time Setup 13 QRS Mobile App...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
... Contents Table of Contents Preface i Manual Revisions i Trademarks i Product Overview 1 Package Contents 1 System Requirements 2 Introduction 3 Features 4 Hardware Overview 5 Front/Top 5 Side/Left 6 Battery Compartment 7 Router Mode Diagram 8 Hotspot Diagram 9 AP Mode Diagram 10 Repeater Mode Diagram 11 Wireless Installation Considerations 12 Installation 13 First Time Setup 13 QRS Mobile App...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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... to use the best possible encryption method regardless of network traffic, building materials and construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate. Connect the DIR-506L router to protect your high-speed Internet access with everyone on the network. Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of your home. TOTAL NETWORK SECURITY... even at farther distances for WPA/WPA2 standards ensure that keeps digital phone calls (VoIP) and online gaming smooth and responsive, providing a better Internet experience. D-Link DIR-506L User Manual 3
... to use the best possible encryption method regardless of network traffic, building materials and construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate. Connect the DIR-506L router to protect your high-speed Internet access with everyone on the network. Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of your home. TOTAL NETWORK SECURITY... even at farther distances for WPA/WPA2 standards ensure that keeps digital phone calls (VoIP) and online gaming smooth and responsive, providing a better Internet experience. D-Link DIR-506L User Manual 3
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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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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. Section 1 - USB Storage Drive Internet Cable/DSL Modem DIR-506L Wireless Devices D-Link DIR-506L User Manual 8 Note: For best quality, we suggest this application be used by using the SharePort™ Mobile feature. Product Overview Router Mode Diagram The DIR-506L connects to five users simultaneously.
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. Section 1 - USB Storage Drive Internet Cable/DSL Modem DIR-506L Wireless Devices D-Link DIR-506L User Manual 8 Note: For best quality, we suggest this application be used by using the SharePort™ Mobile feature. Product Overview Router Mode Diagram The DIR-506L connects to five users simultaneously.
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... your network. Below are two examples of how to the DIR-506L and access your network (via switch or router) using an Ethernet cable. Note that AP mode does not support sharing files from a USB storage drive or the SharePort Mobile ...devices can connect to an existing network and allow wireless devices to connect to the network. Product Overview AP Mode Diagram The DIR-506L can now 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
... your network. Below are two examples of how to the DIR-506L and access your network (via switch or router) using an Ethernet cable. Note that AP mode does not support sharing files from a USB storage drive or the SharePort Mobile ...devices can connect to an existing network and allow wireless devices to connect to the network. Product Overview AP Mode Diagram The DIR-506L can now 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
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... signal to increase the range of your current wireless router or access point. Section 1 - Note: For best results, place the DIR-506L equal distance between the router/AP and your wireless clients. 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
... signal to increase the range of your current wireless router or access point. Section 1 - Note: For best results, place the DIR-506L equal distance between the router/AP and your wireless clients. 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
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...or ceilings is 1.5 feet thick (.5 meters), at an angle) for better reception. 3. Be aware of the direct line between the D-Link router and other objects that the number of materials and background radio frequency (RF) noise in use. Keep the number of at a 45...from electrical devices or appliances that the signal will degrade your home or business. D-Link DIR-506L User Manual 12 Section 1 - Position devices so that generate RF noise. 5. The key to position access points, wireless routers and computers so that is minimized. 2. Building Materials make a difference. A ...
...or ceilings is 1.5 feet thick (.5 meters), at an angle) for better reception. 3. Be aware of the direct line between the D-Link router and other objects that the number of materials and background radio frequency (RF) noise in use. Keep the number of at a 45...from electrical devices or appliances that the signal will degrade your home or business. D-Link DIR-506L User Manual 12 Section 1 - Position devices so that generate RF noise. 5. The key to position access points, wireless routers and computers so that is minimized. 2. Building Materials make a difference. A ...
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It is in Router mode and must be connected wirelessly with a computer or mobile device to set up. 4. Push the power button to the DIR-506L. By default the DIR-506L is strongly recommended to a USB port on position and wait until the power SharePort LED turns green. 3. D-Link DIR-506L User Manual 13 Using a wireless computer or mobile...
It is in Router mode and must be connected wirelessly with a computer or mobile device to set up. 4. Push the power button to the DIR-506L. By default the DIR-506L is strongly recommended to a USB port on position and wait until the power SharePort LED turns green. 3. D-Link DIR-506L User Manual 13 Using a wireless computer or mobile...
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...6. By default, the password is blank. 8. Click the Setup tab. D-Link DIR-506L User Manual 14 If you clicked Internet Connection Setup Wizard, skip to configure, open your DIR-506L. Once you have completed configuring your DIR-506L, you may install the SharePort Mobile app to pages 43-46 for the user... name and leave the password field empty. Refer to your settings, skip to the next page and use the QRS Mobile app, otherwise use Router ...
...6. By default, the password is blank. 8. Click the Setup tab. D-Link DIR-506L User Manual 14 If you clicked Internet Connection Setup Wizard, skip to configure, open your DIR-506L. Once you have completed configuring your DIR-506L, you may install the SharePort Mobile app to pages 43-46 for the user... name and leave the password field empty. Refer to your settings, skip to the next page and use the QRS Mobile app, otherwise use Router ...
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... and select the wireless network (SSID) that you may download the QRS (Quick Router Setup) Mobile app to use your mobile device to set up your DIR-506L wirelessly: Default WiFi SSID: dlink_DIR-506L Default Password: (leave this blank) Settings D-Link DIR-506L User Manual 15 Use the following information to connect to the App store or...
... and select the wireless network (SSID) that you may download the QRS (Quick Router Setup) Mobile app to use your mobile device to set up your DIR-506L wirelessly: Default WiFi SSID: dlink_DIR-506L Default Password: (leave this blank) Settings D-Link DIR-506L User Manual 15 Use the following information to connect to the App store or...
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To configure your router to connect to the Internet using the setup wizard, click Internet Connection Setup Wizard, and continue to Manual Internet Setup on page 25. Section 3 - D-Link DIR-506L User Manual 19 Configuration Setup Internet Settings If you want to configure your Internet settings manually, click the Manual Internet Connection Setup button and go to the next page.
To configure your router to connect to the Internet using the setup wizard, click Internet Connection Setup Wizard, and continue to Manual Internet Setup on page 25. Section 3 - D-Link DIR-506L User Manual 19 Configuration Setup Internet Settings If you want to configure your Internet settings manually, click the Manual Internet Connection Setup button and go to the next page.
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D-Link DIR-506L User Manual 20 Configuration Internet Connection Setup Wizard The Internet Connection Setup Wizard is used only to continue. Click Next to the Internet. 1. Select your time zone from the drop-down menu and click Next to secure your router, please enter a new password and verify the password. In order to continue. Click Next to log into your DIR-506L, not your DIR-506L and connect to continue. 2. Section 3 - Note: This password is designed to guide you through a step-by-step process to configure your Wi-Fi Password. 3.
D-Link DIR-506L User Manual 20 Configuration Internet Connection Setup Wizard The Internet Connection Setup Wizard is used only to continue. Click Next to the Internet. 1. Select your time zone from the drop-down menu and click Next to secure your router, please enter a new password and verify the password. In order to continue. Click Next to log into your DIR-506L, not your DIR-506L and connect to continue. 2. Section 3 - Note: This password is designed to guide you through a step-by-step process to configure your Wi-Fi Password. 3.
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... Next button and enter the related settings. Your wireless network name and password will see the following screen. Select your settings and automatically reboot the router. D-Link DIR-506L User Manual 21 If you will be displayed. You can click the Clone to copy your ISP requires you write this information down for future...
... Next button and enter the related settings. Your wireless network name and password will see the following screen. Select your settings and automatically reboot the router. D-Link DIR-506L User Manual 21 If you will be displayed. You can click the Clone to copy your ISP requires you write this information down for future...
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Enter your PPTP username, password and other information supplied by your PPPoE username, password and verify password, then click Next to continue. The software is no longer needed and will see the following screen. Note: Make sure to continue. Click Next to remove your PPPoE software from your computer. Enter your ISP. Section 3 - D-Link DIR-506L User Manual 22 Configuration If you selected PPPoE Connection, you will see the following screen. If you selected PPTP Connection, you will not work through a router.
Enter your PPTP username, password and other information supplied by your PPPoE username, password and verify password, then click Next to continue. The software is no longer needed and will see the following screen. Note: Make sure to continue. Click Next to remove your PPPoE software from your computer. Enter your ISP. Section 3 - D-Link DIR-506L User Manual 22 Configuration If you selected PPPoE Connection, you will see the following screen. If you selected PPTP Connection, you will not work through a router.
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Section 3 - Click Next to save your settings and automatically reboot your ISP. Your setup is complete. Click Connect to continue. Configuration If you selected Static, enter the IP and DNS settings supplied by your router. D-Link DIR-506L User Manual 24
Section 3 - Click Next to save your settings and automatically reboot your ISP. Your setup is complete. Click Connect to continue. Configuration If you selected Static, enter the IP and DNS settings supplied by your router. D-Link DIR-506L User Manual 24
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... cases, select Dynamic IP. Configuration If you selected PPPoE, you with your current computer's MAC address. Your ISP will provide you will not work through a router. D-Link DIR-506L User Manual 27 MTU: If you experience connection issues, you an IP address, subnet mask, gateway and DNS server address. Section 3 -
... cases, select Dynamic IP. Configuration If you selected PPPoE, you with your current computer's MAC address. Your ISP will provide you will not work through a router. D-Link DIR-506L User Manual 27 MTU: If you experience connection issues, you an IP address, subnet mask, gateway and DNS server address. Section 3 -
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... rescan for available hotspots. Note: In Wi-Fi HotSpot mode, if a hotspot is found, they will appear in a list along with the DIR-506L default IP 192.168.0.x. Refresh: The router will automatically scan for an available Wi-Fi hotspot to connect to the Wireless AP List. Please change your credentials and connect... from the drop-down menu. My Internet Connection: Select Wi-Fi Hotspot from the list, click Select to 192.168.y.1 with y avoiding 0 (e.g. 192.168.5.1). Section 3 - D-Link DIR-506L User Manual 32
... rescan for available hotspots. Note: In Wi-Fi HotSpot mode, if a hotspot is found, they will appear in a list along with the DIR-506L default IP 192.168.0.x. Refresh: The router will automatically scan for an available Wi-Fi hotspot to connect to the Wireless AP List. Please change your credentials and connect... from the drop-down menu. My Internet Connection: Select Wi-Fi Hotspot from the list, click Select to 192.168.y.1 with y avoiding 0 (e.g. 192.168.5.1). Section 3 - D-Link DIR-506L User Manual 32
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D-Link DIR-506L User Manual 33 Configuration Wireless Settings If you want to configure the wireless settings on your router using Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS). You can also connect using the wizard, click Wireless Connection Setup Wizard and refer to page 36. Section 3 - Refer to manually configure the wireless settings on your router click Manual Wireless Network Setup and refer to the next page. If you want to page 73.
D-Link DIR-506L User Manual 33 Configuration Wireless Settings If you want to configure the wireless settings on your router using Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS). You can also connect using the wizard, click Wireless Connection Setup Wizard and refer to page 36. Section 3 - Refer to manually configure the wireless settings on your router click Manual Wireless Network Setup and refer to the next page. If you want to page 73.