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All other countries. Revision 1.0 Manual Revisions Date September 26, 2012 • Initial release Description Trademarks D-Link and the D-Link logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of D-Link Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States or other company or product names... may not be reproduced, in whole or in the content hereof without prior expressed written permission from D-Link Systems, Inc. D-Link DIR-506L User Manual i Preface Preface D-Link reserves the right to revise this publication and to make changes in part, without obligation to notify any...
All other countries. Revision 1.0 Manual Revisions Date September 26, 2012 • Initial release Description Trademarks D-Link and the D-Link logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of D-Link Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States or other company or product names... may not be reproduced, in whole or in the content hereof without prior expressed written permission from D-Link Systems, Inc. D-Link DIR-506L User Manual i Preface Preface D-Link reserves the right to revise this publication and to make changes in part, without obligation to notify any...
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Table of 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...Setup 15 Configuration 18 Setup 19 Internet Settings 19 Internet Connection Setup Wizard 20 Manual Internet Setup 25 Wireless Settings 33 Wireless Network Setup Wizard 34 Manual Wireless Configuration 36 Network Settings 41 Media Server 42 Storage 43 SharePort™...60 E-mail Settings 61 System 62 Firmware Upgrade 63 Dynamic DNS 64 D-Link DIR-506L User Manual ii
Table of 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...Setup 15 Configuration 18 Setup 19 Internet Settings 19 Internet Connection Setup Wizard 20 Manual Internet Setup 25 Wireless Settings 33 Wireless Network Setup Wizard 34 Manual Wireless Configuration 36 Network Settings 41 Media Server 42 Storage 43 SharePort™...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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Section 1 - D-Link DIR-506L User Manual 2 Visit www.java.com to download the latest version. Product Overview System Requirements Network Requirements • An Ethernet-based Cable or DSL modem • IEEE ... installed Ethernet adapter Web-based Configuration Utility Requirements Browser Requirements: • Internet Explorer 7 or higher • Safari 4 or higher • Firefox • Chrome Windows® Users: Make sure you have the latest version of Java installed.
Section 1 - D-Link DIR-506L User Manual 2 Visit www.java.com to download the latest version. Product Overview System Requirements Network Requirements • An Ethernet-based Cable or DSL modem • IEEE ... installed Ethernet adapter Web-based Configuration Utility Requirements Browser Requirements: • Internet Explorer 7 or higher • Safari 4 or higher • Firefox • Chrome Windows® Users: Make sure you have the latest version of Java installed.
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...performance. Actual data throughput will adversely affect wireless signal range. D-Link DIR-506L User Manual 3 TOTAL SECURITY The most complete set of your high-speed Internet access with everyone on the network. Connect the DIR-506L router to protect your home. Product Overview Introduction TOTAL PERFORMANCE Combines ...to prevent potential attacks from across the Internet. * Maximum wireless signal rate derived from the Internet. ULTIMATE PERFORMANCE* The DIR-506L will let you 'll be it from over the wireless network or from IEEE Standard 802.11n and 802.11g specifications...
...performance. Actual data throughput will adversely affect wireless signal range. D-Link DIR-506L User Manual 3 TOTAL SECURITY The most complete set of your high-speed Internet access with everyone on the network. Connect the DIR-506L router to protect your home. Product Overview Introduction TOTAL PERFORMANCE Combines ...to prevent potential attacks from across the Internet. * Maximum wireless signal rate derived from the Internet. ULTIMATE PERFORMANCE* The DIR-506L will let you 'll be it from over the wireless network or from IEEE Standard 802.11n and 802.11g specifications...
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...Actual data throughput will adversely affect wireless signal range. The Web-based user interface displays a number of advanced network management features including: • Content Filtering - D-Link DIR-506L User Manual 4 This capability allows users to participate in real-time activities online, such as video streaming, online... and website address. • Filter Scheduling - It supports multiple and concurrent IPSec and PPTP sessions, so users behind the DIR-506L can connect with the IEEE 802.11g standards, so it can securely access corporate networks. * Maximum wireless...
...Actual data throughput will adversely affect wireless signal range. The Web-based user interface displays a number of advanced network management features including: • Content Filtering - D-Link DIR-506L User Manual 4 This capability allows users to participate in real-time activities online, such as video streaming, online... and website address. • Filter Scheduling - It supports multiple and concurrent IPSec and PPTP sessions, so users behind the DIR-506L can connect with the IEEE 802.11g standards, so it can securely access corporate networks. * Maximum wireless...
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Pressing the Reset button restores the DIR-506L to share a USB or a storage device with your local network. Product Overview 2 3 4 1 5 6 7 Hardware Overview Front/Top 1 Power LED 2 WPS Button 3 Reset Button 4 USB Port 5 USB ... allow you to its original factory default settings. 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 Flashing Green Connect to USB (SharePort is not ready) Solid Green Connect to USB (SharePort is ready) Off Remove USB Solid Green 6 Ethernet LED Indicator...
Pressing the Reset button restores the DIR-506L to share a USB or a storage device with your local network. Product Overview 2 3 4 1 5 6 7 Hardware Overview Front/Top 1 Power LED 2 WPS Button 3 Reset Button 4 USB Port 5 USB ... allow you to its original factory default settings. 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 Flashing Green Connect to USB (SharePort is not ready) Solid Green Connect to USB (SharePort is ready) Off Remove USB Solid Green 6 Ethernet LED Indicator...
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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. 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. Section 1 -
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. 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. Section 1 -
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After proper insertion, replace the battery cover. D-Link DIR-506L User Manual 7 Note: Using a rechargeable battery other than the one that came with your device and will void its warranty. Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Overview Battery Compartment 1 2 1 Battery Cover Slide the battery cover to 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. D-Link DIR-506L User Manual 7 Note: Using a rechargeable battery other than the one that came with your device and will void its warranty. Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Overview Battery Compartment 1 2 1 Battery Cover Slide the battery cover to 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.
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Note: For best quality, we suggest this application be used by using the SharePort™ Mobile feature. Section 1 - 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. 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. Section 1 - 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. 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.
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Product Overview Hotspot 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 ... quality, we suggest this application be used by using the SharePort™ Mobile app. This will allow you to share that single connection to five users simultaneously. USB Storage Drive Internet D-Link DIR-506L User Manual SharePort DIR-506L Wireless Devices 9 Section 1 -
Product Overview Hotspot 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 ... quality, we suggest this application be used by using the SharePort™ Mobile app. This will allow you to share that single connection to five users simultaneously. USB Storage Drive Internet D-Link DIR-506L User Manual SharePort DIR-506L Wireless Devices 9 Section 1 -
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...a USB storage drive or the SharePort Mobile app. Plug the DIR-506L into your network. Product Overview AP Mode Diagram The DIR-506L can now connect to the DIR-506L and access your network (via switch or router) using an ...Ethernet cable. 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...
...a USB storage drive or the SharePort Mobile app. Plug the DIR-506L into your network. Product Overview AP Mode Diagram The DIR-506L can now connect to the DIR-506L and access your network (via switch or router) using an ...Ethernet cable. 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...
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... DIR-506L will connect wirelessly to your wireless router or access point and will broadcast its signal to increase the range of your wireless clients. Note that Repeater mode does not support sharing files from a USB storage drive or the SharePort Mobile app. Internet Modem Existing Wireless Router SharePort DIR-506L Wireless Devices D-Link DIR-506L User Manual 11...
... DIR-506L will connect wirelessly to your wireless router or access point and will broadcast its signal to increase the range of your wireless clients. Note that Repeater mode does not support sharing files from a USB storage drive or the SharePort Mobile app. Internet Modem Existing Wireless Router SharePort DIR-506L Wireless Devices D-Link DIR-506L User Manual 11...
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... (.5 meters), at least 3-6 feet or 1-2 meters) from virtually anywhere within the operating range of the direct line between the D-Link router and other objects that the signal passes through a wall or ceiling (instead of materials and background radio frequency (RF) noise ... guidelines: 1. A wall that is minimized. 2. Position devices so that generate RF noise. 5. Materials and objects such as possible. D-Link DIR-506L User Manual 12 Be aware of your wireless signal. 4. If you access your network using 2.4GHz cordless phones or X-10 (wireless products such as...
... (.5 meters), at least 3-6 feet or 1-2 meters) from virtually anywhere within the operating range of the direct line between the D-Link router and other objects that the signal passes through a wall or ceiling (instead of materials and background radio frequency (RF) noise ... guidelines: 1. A wall that is minimized. 2. Position devices so that generate RF noise. 5. Materials and objects such as possible. D-Link DIR-506L User Manual 12 Be aware of your wireless signal. 4. If you access your network using 2.4GHz cordless phones or X-10 (wireless products such as...
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...a USB port on position and wait until the power SharePort LED turns green. 3. It is installed properly (see page 7). D-Link DIR-506L User Manual 13 Connect the USB cable to the DIR-506L and then connect to charge the battery at least four hours before using. The default Wi-Fi Network Name (SSID) is dlink_DIR...-506L and the Wi-Fi Password is in Router mode and must be connected wirelessly with a computer or mobile device to the DIR-506L. Push the power button to the on your wireless utility and connect to ...
...a USB port on position and wait until the power SharePort LED turns green. 3. It is installed properly (see page 7). D-Link DIR-506L User Manual 13 Connect the USB cable to the DIR-506L and then connect to charge the battery at least four hours before using. The default Wi-Fi Network Name (SSID) is dlink_DIR...-506L and the Wi-Fi Password is in Router mode and must be connected wirelessly with a computer or mobile device to the DIR-506L. Push the power button to the on your wireless utility and connect to ...
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... the login screen, enter admin for more information. If you are using an Android or iOS device (iPad, mobile phone, etc) and want to manually configure your DIR-506L, you clicked Internet Connection Setup Wizard, skip to the next page and use the QRS Mobile app, otherwise use Router mode, skip to page... 20 and continue with the following steps. 6. By default, the password is blank. 8. If you want to use a web browser and continue with the setup. D-Link DIR-506L User Manual 14 Here you may install the SharePort Mobile app to pages 43-46 for the...
... the login screen, enter admin for more information. If you are using an Android or iOS device (iPad, mobile phone, etc) and want to manually configure your DIR-506L, you clicked Internet Connection Setup Wizard, skip to the next page and use the QRS Mobile app, otherwise use Router mode, skip to page... 20 and continue with the following steps. 6. By default, the password is blank. 8. If you want to use a web browser and continue with the setup. D-Link DIR-506L User Manual 14 Here you may install the SharePort Mobile app to pages 43-46 for the...
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Bakodo or RedLaser) from the App Store or Google Play. Use the following information to connect to set up your DIR-506L. Scan the code below using the barcode scanner App (e.g. Press Settings > Wi-Fi and select the wireless network (SSID) that you created in the...Mobile App Setup 1. If 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 Section 2 - You will be directed to the App store or Play store so that you do not ...
Bakodo or RedLaser) from the App Store or Google Play. Use the following information to connect to set up your DIR-506L. Scan the code below using the barcode scanner App (e.g. Press Settings > Wi-Fi and select the wireless network (SSID) that you created in the...Mobile App Setup 1. If 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 Section 2 - You will be directed to the App store or Play store so that you do not ...
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Section 2 - Click Start to continue. Follow the instructions and click Next to continue. 6. D-Link DIR-506L User Manual 16 Installation 4. Once your mobile device is connected, click on the QRS Mobile icon. 5.
Section 2 - Click Start to continue. Follow the instructions and click Next to continue. 6. D-Link DIR-506L User Manual 16 Installation 4. Once your mobile device is connected, click on the QRS Mobile icon. 5.
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Installation 7. After the Setup Wizard is complete, the following screen will appear. You can now change your mobile device and laptop Wi-Fi settings to the wireless network name and password you just created. D-Link DIR-506L User Manual 17 Section 2 -
Installation 7. After the Setup Wizard is complete, the following screen will appear. You can now change your mobile device and laptop Wi-Fi settings to the wireless network name and password you just created. D-Link DIR-506L User Manual 17 Section 2 -