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Manual Revisions Revision 1.0 Date October 8, 2009 Description • Revision A1 with firmware version 1.00 Trademarks D-Link and the D-Link logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual All other company or product names mentioned herein are trademarks or registered trademarks of such revisions or changes. Copyright © 2009 by...
Manual Revisions Revision 1.0 Date October 8, 2009 Description • Revision A1 with firmware version 1.00 Trademarks D-Link and the D-Link logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual All other company or product names mentioned herein are trademarks or registered trademarks of such revisions or changes. Copyright © 2009 by...
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...Requirements 2 Features 3 Hardware Overview 4 Connections 4 LEDs 5 Installation 6 Before you Begin 6 Wireless Installation Considerations 7 Network Diagram 8 Connect to Cable/DSL/Satellite Modem 9 Connect to Another Router 10 Getting Started 12 Configuration 13 Web-based Configuration Utility 13 Internet Connection Setup Wizard 14 ...47 Routing 48 Advanced Wireless Settings 49 Advanced Network Settings 50 UPnP 50 Internet Ping Block 50 Internet Port Speed 50 Multicast Streams 50 IPv6 51 Link-Local Connectivity 51 Static IPv6 (Stateful 52 D-Link DIR-601 User Manual ii
...Requirements 2 Features 3 Hardware Overview 4 Connections 4 LEDs 5 Installation 6 Before you Begin 6 Wireless Installation Considerations 7 Network Diagram 8 Connect to Cable/DSL/Satellite Modem 9 Connect to Another Router 10 Getting Started 12 Configuration 13 Web-based Configuration Utility 13 Internet Connection Setup Wizard 14 ...47 Routing 48 Advanced Wireless Settings 49 Advanced Network Settings 50 UPnP 50 Internet Ping Block 50 Internet Port Speed 50 Multicast Streams 50 IPv6 51 Link-Local Connectivity 51 Static IPv6 (Stateful 52 D-Link DIR-601 User Manual ii
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...Device Information 73 Log 75 Stats 76 Internet Sessions 77 Routing Table 79 Wireless 80 IPv6 81 Support 82 Wireless Security 83 What is WPA 83 Wireless Connection Setup Wizard 84 Add Wireless Device with WPS Wizard 86 Configure WPA-Personal (PSK 87 Configure WPA-... WPA-PSK 95 Troubleshooting 97 Wireless Basics 101 What is Wireless 102 Tips 104 Wireless Modes 105 Networking Basics 106 Check your IP address 106 Statically Assign an IP address 107 Technical Specifications 108 Contacting Technical Support 109 Warranty 110 Registration 116 D-Link DIR-601 User Manual iii
...Device Information 73 Log 75 Stats 76 Internet Sessions 77 Routing Table 79 Wireless 80 IPv6 81 Support 82 Wireless Security 83 What is WPA 83 Wireless Connection Setup Wizard 84 Add Wireless Device with WPS Wizard 86 Configure WPA-Personal (PSK 87 Configure WPA-... WPA-PSK 95 Troubleshooting 97 Wireless Basics 101 What is Wireless 102 Tips 104 Wireless Modes 105 Networking Basics 106 Check your IP address 106 Statically Assign an IP address 107 Technical Specifications 108 Contacting Technical Support 109 Warranty 110 Registration 116 D-Link DIR-601 User Manual iii
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Section 1 - D-Link DIR-601 User Manual Product Overview PPraocdkuacgteOCvoenrtevnietsw D-Link DIR-601 Wireless N 150 Home Router Power Adapter Ethernet Cable CD-ROM Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage rating than the one included with the DIR-601 will cause damage and void the warranty for this product.
Section 1 - D-Link DIR-601 User Manual Product Overview PPraocdkuacgteOCvoenrtevnietsw D-Link DIR-601 Wireless N 150 Home Router Power Adapter Ethernet Cable CD-ROM Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage rating than the one included with the DIR-601 will cause damage and void the warranty for this product.
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Product Overview System Requirements Network Requirements • An Ethernet-based Cable or DSL modem • IEEE 802.11n-draft/g wireless clients • 10/100 Ethernet Computer with the following : • Windows® XP with the following : • Windows®, Macintosh, or Linux-based operating system ... latest version of Java installed. CD Installation Wizard Requirements Computer with Service Pack 2 or Vista® • An installed Ethernet adapter • CD-ROM drive D-Link DIR-601 User Manual Visit www.java.com to download the latest version. Section 1 -
Product Overview System Requirements Network Requirements • An Ethernet-based Cable or DSL modem • IEEE 802.11n-draft/g wireless clients • 10/100 Ethernet Computer with the following : • Windows® XP with the following : • Windows®, Macintosh, or Linux-based operating system ... latest version of Java installed. CD Installation Wizard Requirements Computer with Service Pack 2 or Vista® • An installed Ethernet adapter • CD-ROM drive D-Link DIR-601 User Manual Visit www.java.com to download the latest version. Section 1 -
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.... Section 1 - D-Link DIR-601 User Manual These filters can connect with 802.11g Devices - Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of advanced network management features including: • Content Filtering - The DIR-601 provides up to 150Mbps.* This capability allows users to your specific settings within minutes. * Maximum wireless signal rate derived from your router to participate...
.... Section 1 - D-Link DIR-601 User Manual These filters can connect with 802.11g Devices - Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of advanced network management features including: • Content Filtering - The DIR-601 provides up to 150Mbps.* This capability allows users to your specific settings within minutes. * Maximum wireless signal rate derived from your router to participate...
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Section 1 - Power Receptor Receptor for the Ethernet cable to its original factory default settings. LAN Ports (1-4) Connect Ethernet devices such as computers, switches, and hubs. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual Reset Pressing the Reset button restores the router to the cable or DSL modem. Product Overview Hardware Overview Connections Internet Port The auto MDI/MDIX Internet port is the connection for the supplied power adapter.
Section 1 - Power Receptor Receptor for the Ethernet cable to its original factory default settings. LAN Ports (1-4) Connect Ethernet devices such as computers, switches, and hubs. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual Reset Pressing the Reset button restores the router to the cable or DSL modem. Product Overview Hardware Overview Connections Internet Port The auto MDI/MDIX Internet port is the connection for the supplied power adapter.
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Section 1 - This LED blinks during data transmission. This LED blinks during wireless data transmission. Local Network LEDs A solid light indicates a connection to the power supply. Product Overview Hardware Overview LEDs WLAN LED A solid light indicates that the wireless segment is ready. Power LED A solid light indicates a proper connection to an Ethernet-enabled computer on the Internet port. Internet LED A solid light indicates connection on ports 1-4. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual This LED blinks during data transmission.
Section 1 - This LED blinks during data transmission. This LED blinks during wireless data transmission. Local Network LEDs A solid light indicates a connection to the power supply. Product Overview Hardware Overview LEDs WLAN LED A solid light indicates that the wireless segment is ready. Power LED A solid light indicates a proper connection to an Ethernet-enabled computer on the Internet port. Internet LED A solid light indicates connection on ports 1-4. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual This LED blinks during data transmission.
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...If you were using the USB connection before using the router, then you are running the CD from is very important. If you have DSL and are connecting via PPPoE, make sure you must turn the modem back on your modem. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual In some cases, you may need to... call your ISP to change connection types (USB to Ethernet). • If you are online. Installation Installation This section will not be able to connect to the Internet. • When running the Setup Wizard from the D-Link CD, make...
...If you were using the USB connection before using the router, then you are running the CD from is very important. If you have DSL and are connecting via PPPoE, make sure you must turn the modem back on your modem. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual In some cases, you may need to... call your ISP to change connection types (USB to Ethernet). • If you are online. Installation Installation This section will not be able to connect to the Internet. • When running the Setup Wizard from the D-Link CD, make...
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...home or business. Keep your product away (at least 3-6 feet or 1-2 meters) from virtually anywhere within the operating range of walls or ceilings is to be almost 3 feet (1 meter) thick. Keep in use. Building Materials make a difference. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual Installation Wireless Installation Considerations The D-Link wireless router... lets you are using a wireless connection from electrical devices or appliances that...
...home or business. Keep your product away (at least 3-6 feet or 1-2 meters) from virtually anywhere within the operating range of walls or ceilings is to be almost 3 feet (1 meter) thick. Keep in use. Building Materials make a difference. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual Installation Wireless Installation Considerations The D-Link wireless router... lets you are using a wireless connection from electrical devices or appliances that...
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... steps below: 1. Skip to page 12 to boot (about 30 seconds for the modem to configure your modem. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual Section 2 - Installation Connect to Cable/DSL/Satellite Modem If you are connecting the router to boot. 7. The power light, Internet light, and the LAN light (the port that connects your computer...
... steps below: 1. Skip to page 12 to boot (about 30 seconds for the modem to configure your modem. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual Section 2 - Installation Connect to Cable/DSL/Satellite Modem If you are connecting the router to boot. 7. The power light, Internet light, and the LAN light (the port that connects your computer...
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...2 - Uncheck the Enable DHCP Server server checkbox. Click Save Settings to change your computer's IP settings back to the original values as a wireless access point and/or switch, you will have to do the following before making any changes. Click Save Settings to continue. 3. Click Log.... If you are connecting the D-Link router to another router, please follow the steps below: 1. Use this new IP address to use as in which case you will not have to do anything to an available address on Advanced and then click Advanced Network. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual 10
...2 - Uncheck the Enable DHCP Server server checkbox. Click Save Settings to change your computer's IP settings back to the original values as a wireless access point and/or switch, you will have to do the following before making any changes. Click Save Settings to continue. 3. Click Log.... If you are connecting the D-Link router to another router, please follow the steps below: 1. Use this new IP address to use as in which case you will not have to do anything to an available address on Advanced and then click Advanced Network. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual 10
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... 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. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual 11 Refer to the router. You may now use the... other 3 LAN ports to your wireless network. Disconnect the Ethernet cable from the router and reconnect your computer...
... 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. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual 11 Refer to the router. You may now use the... other 3 LAN ports to your wireless network. Disconnect the Ethernet cable from the router and reconnect your computer...
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... setup your computer, go to Start > Run. Installation Getting Started The DIR-601 includes a Quick Router Setup Wizard CD. Note: It is recommended to guide you quickly through the installation process. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual 12 When the autorun screen appears, click Install Router and follow are similar for the other Windows® operating systems. If...
... setup your computer, go to Start > Run. Installation Getting Started The DIR-601 includes a Quick Router Setup Wizard CD. Note: It is recommended to guide you quickly through the installation process. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual 12 When the autorun screen appears, click Install Router and follow are similar for the other Windows® operating systems. If...
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Section 3 - Configuration Configuration This section will show you get a Page Cannot be Displayed error, please refer 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). Leave the password blank by default. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual 13 If you how 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.
Section 3 - Configuration Configuration This section will show you get a Page Cannot be Displayed error, please refer 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). Leave the password blank by default. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual 13 If you how 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.
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Click the Internet Connection Setup Wizard button to quickly configure your settings without running the wizard, click Manual Internet Configuration Wizard and skip to enter your router using the setup wizard. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual 14 If you want to page 19. Configuration Internet Connection Setup Wizard Once logged into the web interface of the router, the Setup > Internet page will appear. Section 3 -
Click the Internet Connection Setup Wizard button to quickly configure your settings without running the wizard, click Manual Internet Configuration Wizard and skip to enter your router using the setup wizard. D-Link DIR-601 User Manual 14 If you want to page 19. Configuration Internet Connection Setup Wizard Once logged into the web interface of the router, the Setup > Internet page will appear. Section 3 -
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D-Link DIR-601 User Manual 15 Section 3 - Configuration Click Next to continue. Create a new password and then click Next to continue. Select your time zone from the drop-down menu and then click Next to continue.
D-Link DIR-601 User Manual 15 Section 3 - Configuration Click Next to continue. Create a new password and then click Next to continue. Select your time zone from the drop-down menu and then click Next to continue.
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If you selected Dynamic, you may need to enter the MAC address of the computer that computer, click Clone Your PC's MAC Address and then click Next to your modem. The Host Name is the device name of Internet connection you are currently using that was last connected directly to continue. Section 3 - D-Link DIR-601 User Manual 16 If you use and then click Next to continue. The default host name is optional but may be required by some ISPs. Configuration Select the type of the Router and may be changed.
If you selected Dynamic, you may need to enter the MAC address of the computer that computer, click Clone Your PC's MAC Address and then click Next to your modem. The Host Name is the device name of Internet connection you are currently using that was last connected directly to continue. Section 3 - D-Link DIR-601 User Manual 16 If you use and then click Next to continue. The default host name is optional but may be required by some ISPs. Configuration Select the type of the Router and may be changed.
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If you the IP address, subnet mask, gateway, and DNS server addresses. Click Next to continue. The software is no longer needed and will not work through a router. Note: Make sure to remove your PPPoE software from your PPPoE username and password. Section 3 - D-Link DIR-601 User Manual 17 Select Static if your ISP assigned you selected PPTP, enter your PPTP username and password. Configuration If you selected PPPoE, enter your computer. Click Next to continue.
If you the IP address, subnet mask, gateway, and DNS server addresses. Click Next to continue. The software is no longer needed and will not work through a router. Note: Make sure to remove your PPPoE software from your PPPoE username and password. Section 3 - D-Link DIR-601 User Manual 17 Select Static if your ISP assigned you selected PPTP, enter your PPTP username and password. Configuration If you selected PPPoE, enter your computer. Click Next to continue.