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Copyright © 2008-2009 by D-Link Systems, Inc. All other countries. D-Link DIR-825 User Manual Preface D-Link reserves the right to revise this publication and to make changes in the content hereof without prior expressed written permission from D-Link Systems, Inc. Manual Revisions Revision 1.0 1.1 Date July 2, 2008 July 10, 2009 Description DIR-825 Revision A1 with Firmware version 1.00 Advanced...
Copyright © 2008-2009 by D-Link Systems, Inc. All other countries. D-Link DIR-825 User Manual Preface D-Link reserves the right to revise this publication and to make changes in the content hereof without prior expressed written permission from D-Link Systems, Inc. Manual Revisions Revision 1.0 1.1 Date July 2, 2008 July 10, 2009 Description DIR-825 Revision A1 with Firmware version 1.00 Advanced...
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... Setup 18 Dynamic (Cable 19 PPPoE (DSL 20 PPTP 21 L2TP 23 Static (assigned by ISP 25 Wireless Settings 26 Manual Wireless Settings 27 802.11n/g (2.4GHz 27 802.11n/a (5GHz 29 Network Settings 31 Router Settings 31 DHCP Server Settings 32 DHCP Reservation 33 USB Settings 34 Advanced 35 Virtual Server 35 Port... QoS Engine 39 Network Filters 41 Access Control 42 Access Control Wizard 42 Website Filters 45 Inbound Filters 46 Firewall Settings 47 Routing 48 Advanced Wireless Settings 49 802.11n/g (2.4GHz 49 802.11n/a (5GHz 50 D-Link DIR-825 User Manual ii
... Setup 18 Dynamic (Cable 19 PPPoE (DSL 20 PPTP 21 L2TP 23 Static (assigned by ISP 25 Wireless Settings 26 Manual Wireless Settings 27 802.11n/g (2.4GHz 27 802.11n/a (5GHz 29 Network Settings 31 Router Settings 31 DHCP Server Settings 32 DHCP Reservation 33 USB Settings 34 Advanced 35 Virtual Server 35 Port... QoS Engine 39 Network Filters 41 Access Control 42 Access Control Wizard 42 Website Filters 45 Inbound Filters 46 Firewall Settings 47 Routing 48 Advanced Wireless Settings 49 802.11n/g (2.4GHz 49 802.11n/a (5GHz 50 D-Link DIR-825 User Manual ii
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...66 Status 67 Device Information 67 Log 68 Statistics 69 Internet Sessions 70 Wireless 71 WISH 71 Support 72 Wireless Security 73 What is WPA 73 Wireless Security Setup Wizard 74 Add Wireless Device with WPS Wizard 76 Configure WPA-Personal (PSK 77 Configure WPA-...84 Configure WPA-PSK 85 Troubleshooting 87 Wireless Basics 91 What is Wireless 92 Tips 94 Wireless Modes 95 Networking Basics 96 Check your IP address 96 Statically Assign an IP address 97 Technical Specifications 98 Contacting Technical Support 99 Warranty 100 Registration 106 D-Link DIR-825 User Manual iii
...66 Status 67 Device Information 67 Log 68 Statistics 69 Internet Sessions 70 Wireless 71 WISH 71 Support 72 Wireless Security 73 What is WPA 73 Wireless Security Setup Wizard 74 Add Wireless Device with WPS Wizard 76 Configure WPA-Personal (PSK 77 Configure WPA-...84 Configure WPA-PSK 85 Troubleshooting 87 Wireless Basics 91 What is Wireless 92 Tips 94 Wireless Modes 95 Networking Basics 96 Check your IP address 96 Statically Assign an IP address 97 Technical Specifications 98 Contacting Technical Support 99 Warranty 100 Registration 106 D-Link DIR-825 User Manual iii
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D-Link DIR-825 User Manual Product Overview PPraocdkuacgteOCvoenrtevnietsw D-Link DIR-825 Xtreme N™ Dual Band Gigabit Router Power Adapter Ethernet Cable CD-ROM Stand Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage rating than the one included with the DIR-825 will cause damage and void the warranty for this product. Section 1 -
D-Link DIR-825 User Manual Product Overview PPraocdkuacgteOCvoenrtevnietsw D-Link DIR-825 Xtreme N™ Dual Band Gigabit Router Power Adapter Ethernet Cable CD-ROM Stand Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage rating than the one included with the DIR-825 will cause damage and void the warranty for this product. Section 1 -
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... Ethernet adapter • CD-ROM drive D-Link DIR-825 User Manual Section 1 - Visit www.java.com to download the latest version. Product Overview System Requirements Network Requirements • An Ethernet-based Cable or DSL modem • IEEE 802.11n-draft or 802.11g wireless clients • IEEE 802.11a wireless clients • 10/100/1000 Ethernet...
... Ethernet adapter • CD-ROM drive D-Link DIR-825 User Manual Section 1 - Visit www.java.com to download the latest version. Product Overview System Requirements Network Requirements • An Ethernet-based Cable or DSL modem • IEEE 802.11n-draft or 802.11g wireless clients • IEEE 802.11a wireless clients • 10/100/1000 Ethernet...
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..., 802.11g and Draft 802.11n specifications. ULTIMATE PERFORMANCE The D-Link Xtreme N™ Dual Band Gigabit Router (DIR-825) is designed for use the best possible encryption method, regardless of Service (QoS) engine that you'll be it from over the wireless network or from the Internet. Connect the DIR-825 router to prevent unauthorized access, be able to your home. In...
..., 802.11g and Draft 802.11n specifications. ULTIMATE PERFORMANCE The D-Link Xtreme N™ Dual Band Gigabit Router (DIR-825) is designed for use the best possible encryption method, regardless of Service (QoS) engine that you'll be it from over the wireless network or from the Internet. Connect the DIR-825 router to prevent unauthorized access, be able to your home. In...
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... of advanced network management features including: • Content Filtering - These filters can securely access corporate networks. • User-friendly Setup Wizard - D-Link DIR-825 User Manual The performance of this 802.11n wireless router gives you control what information is still fully compatible with 802.11a/g Devices - Easily applied content filtering based on certain days or...
... of advanced network management features including: • Content Filtering - These filters can securely access corporate networks. • User-friendly Setup Wizard - D-Link DIR-825 User Manual The performance of this 802.11n wireless router gives you control what information is still fully compatible with 802.11a/g Devices - Easily applied content filtering based on certain days or...
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Gigabit LAN Ports (1-4) Connect Ethernet devices such as computers, switches, and hubs. Product Overview Hardware Overview Connections USB Connect a USB 1.1 or 2.0 flash drive to its original factory default settings. Power Receptor Receptor for the Ethernet cable to the cable or DSL modem. Section 1 - Reset Pressing the Reset button restores the router to configure the wireless settings using WCN. D-Link DIR-825 User Manual Internet Port The auto MDI/MDIX Internet port is the connection for the supplied power adapter.
Gigabit LAN Ports (1-4) Connect Ethernet devices such as computers, switches, and hubs. Product Overview Hardware Overview Connections USB Connect a USB 1.1 or 2.0 flash drive to its original factory default settings. Power Receptor Receptor for the Ethernet cable to the cable or DSL modem. Section 1 - Reset Pressing the Reset button restores the router to configure the wireless settings using WCN. D-Link DIR-825 User Manual Internet Port The auto MDI/MDIX Internet port is the connection for the supplied power adapter.
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... computer on the Internet port. This LED blinks during data transmission. Section 1 - Status LED A blinking light indicates that the wireless segment is ready. D-Link DIR-825 User Manual WLAN LED A solid light indicates that the DIR-825 is ready. WCN LED Insert a USB flash drive with WCN information. The LED will blink 3 times if it successfully transfers...
... computer on the Internet port. This LED blinks during data transmission. Section 1 - Status LED A blinking light indicates that the wireless segment is ready. D-Link DIR-825 User Manual WLAN LED A solid light indicates that the DIR-825 is ready. WCN LED Insert a USB flash drive with WCN information. The LED will blink 3 times if it successfully transfers...
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...to the Internet port on the router, and then turn the modem back on your modem, disconnect the USB cable and connect an Ethernet cable to the Internet and online or the wizard will not work. Before you must turn off your modem. D-Link DIR-825 User Manual If you were using ...the USB connection before using the router, then you Begin • Please configure the router with the computer that was last connected directly to your modem. • You can only...
...to the Internet port on the router, and then turn the modem back on your modem, disconnect the USB cable and connect an Ethernet cable to the Internet and online or the wizard will not work. Before you must turn off your modem. D-Link DIR-825 User Manual If you were using ...the USB connection before using the router, then you Begin • Please configure the router with the computer that was last connected directly to your modem. • You can only...
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...network devices to be almost 3 feet (1 meter) thick. Materials and objects such as ceiling fans, lights, and home security systems), your wireless signal. 4. D-Link DIR-825 User Manual A wall that is minimized. 2. At a 2-degree angle it looks over 42 feet (14 meters) thick! The base transmits a...range. If you access your wireless network. Make sure your 2.4GHz phone base is to position access points, wireless routers, and computers so that the signal passes through a wall or ceiling (instead of the direct line between the D-Link router and other objects that generate RF...
...network devices to be almost 3 feet (1 meter) thick. Materials and objects such as ceiling fans, lights, and home security systems), your wireless signal. 4. D-Link DIR-825 User Manual A wall that is minimized. 2. At a 2-degree angle it looks over 42 feet (14 meters) thick! The base transmits a...range. If you access your wireless network. Make sure your 2.4GHz phone base is to position access points, wireless routers, and computers so that the signal passes through a wall or ceiling (instead of the direct line between the D-Link router and other objects that generate RF...
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... power adapter. Shut down your modem. D-Link DIR-825 User Manual Unplug the Ethernet cable (that connects your computer to your modem) from your computer and place it into one of the four LAN ports on your computer. 5. Turn on the router. If there is no on/off on ... to page 12 to a cable/DSL/satellite modem, please follow the steps below: 1. Place the router in your router. Installation Connect to Cable/DSL/Satellite Modem If you are connecting the router to configure your modem. Plug an Ethernet cable into the Internet port on your computer. 8. Plug ...
... power adapter. Shut down your modem. D-Link DIR-825 User Manual Unplug the Ethernet cable (that connects your computer to your modem) from your computer and place it into one of the four LAN ports on your computer. 5. Turn on the router. If there is no on/off on ... to page 12 to a cable/DSL/satellite modem, please follow the steps below: 1. Place the router in your router. Installation Connect to Cable/DSL/Satellite Modem If you are connecting the router to configure your modem. Plug an Ethernet cable into the Internet port on your computer. 8. Plug ...
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... on the router cannot accept a DHCP address from your network. Click Log In to access the configuration utility of your network: • Disable UPnP™ • Disable DHCP • Change the LAN IP address to the original values as a wireless access point and...computer. 2. Uncheck the Enable DHCP Server checkbox. Click Save Settings to another router to use as in Step 1. D-Link DIR-825 User Manual 10 Installation Connect to Another Router If you are connecting the D-Link router to another router, please follow the steps below: 1. In most cases, your computer should...
... on the router cannot accept a DHCP address from your network. Click Log In to access the configuration utility of your network: • Disable UPnP™ • Disable DHCP • Change the LAN IP address to the original values as a wireless access point and...computer. 2. Uncheck the Enable DHCP Server checkbox. Click Save Settings to another router to use as in Step 1. D-Link DIR-825 User Manual 10 Installation Connect to Another Router If you are connecting the D-Link router to another router, please follow the steps below: 1. In most cases, your computer should...
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... enter the IP address you assigned to connect other router. You may now use the other 3 LAN ports to the router. Section 2 - Installation 6. Refer to your wireless network. D-Link DIR-825 User Manual 11 Disconnect the Ethernet cable from the router and reconnect your computer to the Configuration and Wireless Security sections for more information on setting up your...
... enter the IP address you assigned to connect other router. You may now use the other 3 LAN ports to the router. Section 2 - Installation 6. Refer to your wireless network. D-Link DIR-825 User Manual 11 Disconnect the Ethernet cable from the router and reconnect your computer to the Configuration and Wireless Security sections for more information on setting up your...
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...is recommended to guide you quickly through the installation process. When the autorun screen appears, click Install Router. The steps and screens are shown in the CD-ROM drive. D-Link DIR-825 User Manual 12 The step-by the login password on your CD-ROM drive). Section 2 - In the... Windows operating systems. If the CD Autorun function does not automatically start on the provided CD holder. Installation Getting Started The DIR-825 includes a Quick Router Setup Wizard CD. Follow the simple steps below to run box type "D:\DIR825.exe" (where D: represents the drive letter of...
...is recommended to guide you quickly through the installation process. When the autorun screen appears, click Install Router. The steps and screens are shown in the CD-ROM drive. D-Link DIR-825 User Manual 12 The step-by the login password on your CD-ROM drive). Section 2 - In the... Windows operating systems. If the CD Autorun function does not automatically start on the provided CD holder. Installation Getting Started The DIR-825 includes a Quick Router Setup Wizard CD. Follow the simple steps below to run box type "D:\DIR825.exe" (where D: represents the drive letter of...
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You may also connect using the web-based configuration utility. 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). Type in the graphical authentication code (if you get a Page Cannot be Displayed error, please ... 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). If you cannot read it, click Regenerate). D-Link DIR-825 User Manual 13
You may also connect using the web-based configuration utility. 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). Type in the graphical authentication code (if you get a Page Cannot be Displayed error, please ... 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). If you cannot read it, click Regenerate). D-Link DIR-825 User Manual 13
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Click Next to page 18. D-Link DIR-825 User Manual 14 Section 3 - If you want to enter your settings without running the wizard, click Manual Configuration and skip to continue. Configuration Setup Wizard Click Launch Internet Connection Setup Wizard to continue. Create a new password and then click Next to begin.
Click Next to page 18. D-Link DIR-825 User Manual 14 Section 3 - If you want to enter your settings without running the wizard, click Manual Configuration and skip to continue. Configuration Setup Wizard Click Launch Internet Connection Setup Wizard to continue. Create a new password and then click Next to begin.
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The Host Name is the device name of the router and may be changed. Select the type of the computer that computer, click Clone Your PC's MAC Address and then click Next to continue. If ... name is optional but may be required by some ISPs. If you selected Dynamic, you are currently using that was last connected directly to continue. D-Link DIR-825 User Manual 15 Configuration Select your time zone from the drop-down menu and then click Next to your modem. Section 3 -
The Host Name is the device name of the router and may be changed. Select the type of the computer that computer, click Clone Your PC's MAC Address and then click Next to continue. If ... name is optional but may be required by some ISPs. If you selected Dynamic, you are currently using that was last connected directly to continue. D-Link DIR-825 User Manual 15 Configuration Select your time zone from the drop-down menu and then click Next to your modem. Section 3 -
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Note: Make sure to continue. Click Next to remove your PPPoE software from your PPPoE username and password. Click Next to continue. D-Link DIR-825 User Manual 16 If you selected PPPoE, enter your computer. Configuration If you selected L2TP, enter your PPTP username and password. If you the IP address, subnet mask, gateway, and DNS server addresses. Section 3 - The software is no longer needed and will not work through a router. Select Static if your ISP assigned you selected PPTP, enter your L2TP username and password. Click Next to continue.
Note: Make sure to continue. Click Next to remove your PPPoE software from your PPPoE username and password. Click Next to continue. D-Link DIR-825 User Manual 16 If you selected PPPoE, enter your computer. Configuration If you selected L2TP, enter your PPTP username and password. If you the IP address, subnet mask, gateway, and DNS server addresses. Section 3 - The software is no longer needed and will not work through a router. Select Static if your ISP assigned you selected PPTP, enter your L2TP username and password. Click Next to continue.
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Click Next to connect. It may take effect. Click Reboot Now to reboot the router so the new settings can take a few tries to initially connect to the Internet. Close your browser window and reopen it to save your Internet connection. D-Link DIR-825 User Manual 17 Please allow 1-2 minutes to continue. Click Connect to test your settings. Section 3 - Once the router is finished rebooting, click Continue. Configuration If you selected Static, enter your network settings supplied by your Internet provider.
Click Next to connect. It may take effect. Click Reboot Now to reboot the router so the new settings can take a few tries to initially connect to the Internet. Close your browser window and reopen it to save your Internet connection. D-Link DIR-825 User Manual 17 Please allow 1-2 minutes to continue. Click Connect to test your settings. Section 3 - Once the router is finished rebooting, click Continue. Configuration If you selected Static, enter your network settings supplied by your Internet provider.