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D-Link DIR-655 User Manual 1 Product Overview PaPcrokdaugcet OCvoenrvtieenwts D-Link DIR-655 Xtreme N™ Router with 3 Detachable Antennas Power Adapter CAT 5 Ethernet Cable CD-ROM Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage rating than the one included with the DIR-655 will cause damage and void the warranty. Section 1 -
D-Link DIR-655 User Manual 1 Product Overview PaPcrokdaugcet OCvoenrvtieenwts D-Link DIR-655 Xtreme N™ Router with 3 Detachable Antennas Power Adapter CAT 5 Ethernet Cable CD-ROM Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage rating than the one included with the DIR-655 will cause damage and void the warranty. Section 1 -
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... higher performance networking. EXTENDED WHOLE HOME COVERAGE Powered by Xtreme N™ technology, this Xtreme N™ Router utilizes dual active firewalls (SPI and NAT) to 650% faster than an 802.11g wireless connection (also faster than a 100Mbps wired Ethernet connection). D-Link DIR-655 User Manual 3 ULTIMATE PERFORMANCE The D-Link Xtreme N™ Router (DIR-655) is designed for WPA standards ensure that keeps digital...
... higher performance networking. EXTENDED WHOLE HOME COVERAGE Powered by Xtreme N™ technology, this Xtreme N™ Router utilizes dual active firewalls (SPI and NAT) to 650% faster than an 802.11g wireless connection (also faster than a 100Mbps wired Ethernet connection). D-Link DIR-655 User Manual 3 ULTIMATE PERFORMANCE The D-Link Xtreme N™ Router (DIR-655) is designed for WPA standards ensure that keeps digital...
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... users behind the DIR-655 can pass through VPN sessions. Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of advanced network management features including: • Content Filtering - Section 1 - The performance of this 802.11n wireless router gives you control ... Overview Features • Faster Wireless Networking - The DIR-655 provides up to participate in real-time activities online, such as video streaming, online gaming, and real-time audio. These filters can connect with other 802.11n wireless clients. D-Link DIR-655 User Manual 4 Environmental conditions will...
... users behind the DIR-655 can pass through VPN sessions. Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of advanced network management features including: • Content Filtering - Section 1 - The performance of this 802.11n wireless router gives you control ... Overview Features • Faster Wireless Networking - The DIR-655 provides up to participate in real-time activities online, such as video streaming, online gaming, and real-time audio. These filters can connect with other 802.11n wireless clients. D-Link DIR-655 User Manual 4 Environmental conditions will...
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Product Overview Hardware Overview Connections 1 23 5 4 1 LAN Ports (1-4) Connect Ethernet devices such as computers, switches, and hubs. 2 Internet Port The auto MDI/MDIX Internet port is the connection for the Ethernet cable to the cable or DSL modem. 3 USB Connect a USB 1.1 or 2.0 flash drive to configure the wireless settings using WCN. 4 Reset Pressing the Reset button restores the router to its original factory default settings. 5 Power Receptor Receptor for the supplied power adapter. Section 1 - D-Link DIR-655 User Manual 5
Product Overview Hardware Overview Connections 1 23 5 4 1 LAN Ports (1-4) Connect Ethernet devices such as computers, switches, and hubs. 2 Internet Port The auto MDI/MDIX Internet port is the connection for the Ethernet cable to the cable or DSL modem. 3 USB Connect a USB 1.1 or 2.0 flash drive to configure the wireless settings using WCN. 4 Reset Pressing the Reset button restores the router to its original factory default settings. 5 Power Receptor Receptor for the supplied power adapter. Section 1 - D-Link DIR-655 User Manual 5
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... have DSL and are connecting via PPPoE, make sure you through the installation process. Before you Begin Please configure the router with the computer that was last connected directly to your modem, disconnect the USB cable and connect an Ethernet cable to...may need to call your ISP to change connection types (USB to the Internet. Do not place the router in an enclosed area such as WinPoet, Broadjump, or Enternet 300 from your modem. In some cases... in the attic or garage. Installation Installation This section will not be able to connect to Ethernet). D-Link DIR-655 User Manual 7
... have DSL and are connecting via PPPoE, make sure you through the installation process. Before you Begin Please configure the router with the computer that was last connected directly to your modem, disconnect the USB cable and connect an Ethernet cable to...may need to call your ISP to change connection types (USB to the Internet. Do not place the router in an enclosed area such as WinPoet, Broadjump, or Enternet 300 from your modem. In some cases... in the attic or garage. Installation Installation This section will not be able to connect to Ethernet). D-Link DIR-655 User Manual 7
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... may degrade dramatically or drop completely. D-Link DIR-655 User Manual 8 The key to maximizing wireless range is minimized. 2. Materials and objects such as ceiling fans, lights, and home security systems), your home or business. Installation Wireless Installation Considerations The D-Link wireless router lets you are using a wireless connection from your wireless signal. 4. each wall or ceiling can reduce your...
... may degrade dramatically or drop completely. D-Link DIR-655 User Manual 8 The key to maximizing wireless range is minimized. 2. Materials and objects such as ceiling fans, lights, and home security systems), your home or business. Installation Wireless Installation Considerations The D-Link wireless router lets you are using a wireless connection from your wireless signal. 4. each wall or ceiling can reduce your...
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... other Windows operating systems. If the CD Autorun function does not automatically start on the provided CD holder. D-Link DIR-655 User Manual 9 Section 2 - Installation Getting Started The DIR-655 includes a Quick Router Setup Wizard CD. Insert the Quick Router Setup Wizard CD in Windows® XP. When the autorun screen appears, click Install. The step-by...
... other Windows operating systems. If the CD Autorun function does not automatically start on the provided CD holder. D-Link DIR-655 User Manual 9 Section 2 - Installation Getting Started The DIR-655 includes a Quick Router Setup Wizard CD. Insert the Quick Router Setup Wizard CD in Windows® XP. When the autorun screen appears, click Install. The step-by...
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Select Admin from the drop-down menu and then enter your new D-Link wireless router using the NetBIOS name in the address bar (http:// dlinkrouter). D-Link DIR-655 User Manual 10 You may also connect using the web-based configuration utility. If you how to the Troubleshooting section for assistance. Configuration Configuration This ... default. Section 3 - 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).
Select Admin from the drop-down menu and then enter your new D-Link wireless router using the NetBIOS name in the address bar (http:// dlinkrouter). D-Link DIR-655 User Manual 10 You may also connect using the web-based configuration utility. If you how to the Troubleshooting section for assistance. Configuration Configuration This ... default. Section 3 - 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).
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Section 3 - Configuration Setup Wizard You may click Setup Wizard to begin. If you want to configure your wireless settings, click Launch Wireless Security Setup Wizard and skip to page 15. D-Link DIR-655 User Manual 11 Click Launch Internet Connection Setup Wizard to quickly configure your settings without running the wizard, click Manual Configuration and skip to page 74. If you want to enter your router.
Section 3 - Configuration Setup Wizard You may click Setup Wizard to begin. If you want to configure your wireless settings, click Launch Wireless Security Setup Wizard and skip to page 15. D-Link DIR-655 User Manual 11 Click Launch Internet Connection Setup Wizard to quickly configure your settings without running the wizard, click Manual Configuration and skip to page 74. If you want to enter your router.
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...PPPoE username and password. Click Next to continue. D-Link DIR-655 User Manual 13 The default host name is optional but may be changed. Click Next to your PPTP username and password. The Host Name is the device name of the Router and may need to enter the MAC address of ...Address and then click Next to continue. If you selected PPTP, enter your modem. The software is no longer needed and will not work through a router. Select Static if your computer. Configuration If you selected Dynamic, you the IP address, subnet mask, gateway, and DNS server addresses. Section 3 -...
...PPPoE username and password. Click Next to continue. D-Link DIR-655 User Manual 13 The default host name is optional but may be changed. Click Next to your PPTP username and password. The Host Name is the device name of the Router and may need to enter the MAC address of ...Address and then click Next to continue. If you selected PPTP, enter your modem. The software is no longer needed and will not work through a router. Select Static if your computer. Configuration If you selected Dynamic, you the IP address, subnet mask, gateway, and DNS server addresses. Section 3 -...
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Once the router is finished rebooting, click Continue. Please allow 1-2 minutes to continue. Section 3 - Click Next to connect. Click Next to save your settings. Click Connect to continue. It may take a few tries to initially connect to test your browser window and reopen it to the Internet. If you selected L2TP, enter your Internet provider. Close your Internet connection. Configuration If you selected Static, enter your network settings supplied by your L2TP username and password. D-Link DIR-655 User Manual 14
Once the router is finished rebooting, click Continue. Please allow 1-2 minutes to continue. Section 3 - Click Next to connect. Click Next to save your settings. Click Connect to continue. It may take a few tries to initially connect to test your browser window and reopen it to the Internet. If you selected L2TP, enter your Internet provider. Close your Internet connection. Configuration If you selected Static, enter your network settings supplied by your L2TP username and password. D-Link DIR-655 User Manual 14
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...by DNS Service: getting you the information and web pages you intended to the Internet port's physical interface MAC address on the Broadband Router. MTU: Maximum Transmission Unit - Enable Advanced Advanced Domain Name System (DNS) services enhances your Internet performance by your overall Internet .... MAC Address: The default MAC Address is optional but may need to the availability, reliability, functionality and operation of your ISP. D-Link DIR-655 User Manual 15 Host Name: The Host Name is set to go and saving you may be required by your Ethernet card. These ...
...by DNS Service: getting you the information and web pages you intended to the Internet port's physical interface MAC address on the Broadband Router. MTU: Maximum Transmission Unit - Enable Advanced Advanced Domain Name System (DNS) services enhances your Internet performance by your overall Internet .... MAC Address: The default MAC Address is optional but may need to the availability, reliability, functionality and operation of your ISP. D-Link DIR-655 User Manual 15 Host Name: The Host Name is set to go and saving you may be required by your Ethernet card. These ...
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...your PPPoE user name. you with a username and password. Your ISP will not work through a router. The software is the default MTU. This option is maintained during inactivity. D-Link DIR-655 User Manual 16 In most cases, select Dynamic. Configuration Internet Setup PPPoE (DSL) Choose PPPoE (Point...: Enter your PPPoE password and then retype the password in the next box. Reconnection Mode: Select either Always-on the Broadband Router. Maximum Idle Time: Enter the Primary and Secondary DNS Server Addresses (Static PPPoE only). DNS Addresses: Enter a maximum idle time...
...your PPPoE user name. you with a username and password. Your ISP will not work through a router. The software is the default MTU. This option is maintained during inactivity. D-Link DIR-655 User Manual 16 In most cases, select Dynamic. Configuration Internet Setup PPPoE (DSL) Choose PPPoE (Point...: Enter your PPPoE password and then retype the password in the next box. Reconnection Mode: Select either Always-on the Broadband Router. Maximum Idle Time: Enter the Primary and Secondary DNS Server Addresses (Static PPPoE only). DNS Addresses: Enter a maximum idle time...
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...the MAC address of your ISP (Internet Service Provider.) MTU: Maximum Transmission Unit - Reconnect Mode: Select either Always-on the Broadband Router. In most cases, select Dynamic. Username: Enter your PPTP password and then retype the password in the next box. Password: ...port's physical interface MAC address on , On-Demand, or Manual. Maximum Idle Time: Enter a maximum idle time during inactivity. D-Link DIR-655 User Manual 17 This option is maintained during which the Internet connection is typically used for optimal performance with a username and password....
...the MAC address of your ISP (Internet Service Provider.) MTU: Maximum Transmission Unit - Reconnect Mode: Select either Always-on the Broadband Router. In most cases, select Dynamic. Username: Enter your PPTP password and then retype the password in the next box. Password: ...port's physical interface MAC address on , On-Demand, or Manual. Maximum Idle Time: Enter a maximum idle time during inactivity. D-Link DIR-655 User Manual 17 This option is maintained during which the Internet connection is typically used for optimal performance with a username and password....
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...MAC Address button to replace the Internet port's MAC address with your Ethernet card. Reconnect Mode: Select either Always-on the Broadband Router. Clone MAC Address: The default MAC Address is the default MTU. This option is typically used for optimal performance with the MAC... Enter the Subnet Mask supplied by your ISP (optional). L2TP Gateway: Enter the Gateway IP Address provided by your ISP (Static only). D-Link DIR-655 User Manual 18 DNS Servers: Enter the Primary and Secondary DNS Server Addresses (Static L2TP only). L2TP Server IP: Enter the Server IP ...
...MAC Address button to replace the Internet port's MAC address with your Ethernet card. Reconnect Mode: Select either Always-on the Broadband Router. Clone MAC Address: The default MAC Address is the default MTU. This option is typically used for optimal performance with the MAC... Enter the Subnet Mask supplied by your ISP (optional). L2TP Gateway: Enter the Gateway IP Address provided by your ISP (Static only). D-Link DIR-655 User Manual 18 DNS Servers: Enter the Primary and Secondary DNS Server Addresses (Static L2TP only). L2TP Server IP: Enter the Server IP ...
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... gateway address, and DNS address(es) provided to you change the MTU for optimal performance with the MAC address of your ISP. The Router will not accept the IP address if it is the default MTU. DNS Servers: The DNS server information will need to change the default... by your ISP. You can use the Clone Your PC's MAC Address button to the Internet port's physical interface MAC address on the Broadband Router. D-Link DIR-655 User Manual 19 Section 3 - You will be in the appropriate IP form, which are four octets separated by your ISP (Internet Service Provider...
... gateway address, and DNS address(es) provided to you change the MTU for optimal performance with the MAC address of your ISP. The Router will not accept the IP address if it is the default MTU. DNS Servers: The DNS server information will need to change the default... by your ISP. You can use the Clone Your PC's MAC Address button to the Internet port's physical interface MAC address on the Broadband Router. D-Link DIR-655 User Manual 19 Section 3 - You will be in the appropriate IP form, which are four octets separated by your ISP (Internet Service Provider...
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... ISP to configure the DHCP settings. If you change the IP address, once you click Apply, you to change the local network settings of the router. D-Link DIR-655 User Manual 21 Subnet Mask: Enter the Subnet Mask. Section 3 - Enable DNS Relay: Uncheck the box to transfer the DNS server information from your computers...
... ISP to configure the DHCP settings. If you change the IP address, once you click Apply, you to change the local network settings of the router. D-Link DIR-655 User Manual 21 Subnet Mask: Enter the Subnet Mask. Section 3 - Enable DNS Relay: Uncheck the box to transfer the DNS server information from your computers...
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...'s IP assignment. Always Broadcast: Enable this feature to allow WINS information to be DHCP clients by the DIR-655. Learn NetBIOS from the WAN side, disable to allow the DHCP Server to LAN/WLAN clients. Section .... Configuration DHCP Server Settings DHCP stands for Dynamic Host Control Protocol. The DIR-655 has a built-in minutes. Primary/Secondary WINS Enter your router. The DHCP Server will automatically load the proper TCP/IP settings provided by... NetBIOS'domain'name under which network hosts operates. IP Address: D-Link DIR-655 User Manual 22
...'s IP assignment. Always Broadcast: Enable this feature to allow WINS information to be DHCP clients by the DIR-655. Learn NetBIOS from the WAN side, disable to allow the DHCP Server to LAN/WLAN clients. Section .... Configuration DHCP Server Settings DHCP stands for Dynamic Host Control Protocol. The DIR-655 has a built-in minutes. Primary/Secondary WINS Enter your router. The DHCP Server will automatically load the proper TCP/IP settings provided by... NetBIOS'domain'name under which network hosts operates. IP Address: D-Link DIR-655 User Manual 22
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The router will assign the IP address only to enable the reservation. Computer Name: Enter the computer name or select from the drop-down menu and click Enable: Check this box to that computer or device. Note: This IP address must be within the DHCP IP Address Range. Section 3 - Configuration DHCP Reservation If you want a computer or device to always have the same IP address assigned, you can create a DHCP reservation.
The router will assign the IP address only to enable the reservation. Computer Name: Enter the computer name or select from the drop-down menu and click Enable: Check this box to that computer or device. Note: This IP address must be within the DHCP IP Address Range. Section 3 - Configuration DHCP Reservation If you want a computer or device to always have the same IP address assigned, you can create a DHCP reservation.
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Note: If using the Network USB option, users will need to install the Network USB Utility into the computers to configure your USB port. Network USB: Please set the Network USB Detection interval time. Note: Please see the SharePort Manual on the CD for more information. D-Link DIR-655 User Manual 24 USB Settings: Choose between these two configuration: Network USB and WCN Configuration. Section 3 - Configuration USB Settings Use this section to share the USB device through the router. There are two configurations to choose from: Network USB and WCN Configuration.
Note: If using the Network USB option, users will need to install the Network USB Utility into the computers to configure your USB port. Network USB: Please set the Network USB Detection interval time. Note: Please see the SharePort Manual on the CD for more information. D-Link DIR-655 User Manual 24 USB Settings: Choose between these two configuration: Network USB and WCN Configuration. Section 3 - Configuration USB Settings Use this section to share the USB device through the router. There are two configurations to choose from: Network USB and WCN Configuration.