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...Introduction 3 Features 4 Hardware Overview 5 Connections 5 LEDs 6 Installation 7 Before you Begin 7 Wireless Installation Considerations 8 Network Diagram 9 Connect to Cable/DSL/Satellite Modem 10 Connect to Another Router 11 Getting Started 13 Configuration 14 Web-based Configuration Utility 14 Setup Wizard 15 Manual Configuration ... 43 Firewall Settings 44 Application Level Gateway (ALG) Configuration 45 Router Settings 46 Advanced Wireless Settings 47 802.11n/g (2.4GHz 47 802.11n/a (5GHz 48 WISH Settings 49 Advanced Network Settings 51 D-Link DIR-855 User Manual ii
...Introduction 3 Features 4 Hardware Overview 5 Connections 5 LEDs 6 Installation 7 Before you Begin 7 Wireless Installation Considerations 8 Network Diagram 9 Connect to Cable/DSL/Satellite Modem 10 Connect to Another Router 11 Getting Started 13 Configuration 14 Web-based Configuration Utility 14 Setup Wizard 15 Manual Configuration ... 43 Firewall Settings 44 Application Level Gateway (ALG) Configuration 45 Router Settings 46 Advanced Wireless Settings 47 802.11n/g (2.4GHz 47 802.11n/a (5GHz 48 WISH Settings 49 Advanced Network Settings 51 D-Link DIR-855 User Manual ii
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Product Overview PPraocdkuacgteOCvoenrtevnietsw D-Link DIR-855 Xtreme N™ Duo™ 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-855 will cause damage and void the warranty for this product. Section 1 - D-Link DIR-855 User Manual
Product Overview PPraocdkuacgteOCvoenrtevnietsw D-Link DIR-855 Xtreme N™ Duo™ 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-855 will cause damage and void the warranty for this product. Section 1 - D-Link DIR-855 User Manual
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...against outside intruders TOTAL COVERAGE Provides greater wireless signal rates even at farther distances for users who demand higher performance networking. ULTIMATE PERFORMANCE The D-Link Xtreme N™ Duo™ router (DIR-855) is designed for WPA and WEP ...Link DIR-855 User Manual Actual data throughput will adversely affect wireless signal range. The router is a draft 802.11n/802.11a compliant device that you'll be it from over the wireless network or from the Internet. Environmental conditions will vary. TOTAL NETWORK SECURITY The Xtreme N™ Duo™ router...
...against outside intruders TOTAL COVERAGE Provides greater wireless signal rates even at farther distances for users who demand higher performance networking. ULTIMATE PERFORMANCE The D-Link Xtreme N™ Duo™ router (DIR-855) is designed for WPA and WEP ...Link DIR-855 User Manual Actual data throughput will adversely affect wireless signal range. The router is a draft 802.11n/802.11a compliant device that you'll be it from over the wireless network or from the Internet. Environmental conditions will vary. TOTAL NETWORK SECURITY The Xtreme N™ Duo™ router...
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....11g, 802.11a, and Draft 802.11n specifications. Actual data throughput will adversely affect wireless signal range. These filters can securely access corporate networks. • User-friendly Setup Wizard - D-Link DIR-855 User Manual The performance of this 802.11n wireless router gives you control what information is still fully compatible with existing 802.11g and...
....11g, 802.11a, and Draft 802.11n specifications. Actual data throughput will adversely affect wireless signal range. These filters can securely access corporate networks. • User-friendly Setup Wizard - D-Link DIR-855 User Manual The performance of this 802.11n wireless router gives you control what information is still fully compatible with existing 802.11g and...
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Reset Pressing the Reset button restores the router to the cable or DSL modem. Internet Port The auto MDI/MDIX Internet port is the connection for the supplied power adapter. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual Product Overview Hardware Overview Connections USB Connect a USB 1.1 or 2.0 flash drive to configure the wireless settings using WCN. LAN Ports (1-4) Connect Ethernet devices such as computers, switches, and hubs. Power Receptor Receptor for the Ethernet cable to its original factory default settings. Section 1 -
Reset Pressing the Reset button restores the router to the cable or DSL modem. Internet Port The auto MDI/MDIX Internet port is the connection for the supplied power adapter. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual Product Overview Hardware Overview Connections USB Connect a USB 1.1 or 2.0 flash drive to configure the wireless settings using WCN. LAN Ports (1-4) Connect Ethernet devices such as computers, switches, and hubs. Power Receptor Receptor for the Ethernet cable to its original factory default settings. Section 1 -
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Section 1 - D-Link DIR-855 User Manual OLED Screen 1 WAN Displays Internet connectivity. 2 Menu Select to display the OLED main menu. 3 Performance Select to the power supply. Product Overview Hardware Overview LEDs 1 2 34 5 6 Power LED A solid light indicates a proper connection to display statistics of the LAN, WAN, and wireless connections. 4 WPS Displays the WPS status. 5 Date/Time Displays the routers date and time. 6 DHCP Displays the DHCP status. OLED Screen Displays information regarding the router.
Section 1 - D-Link DIR-855 User Manual OLED Screen 1 WAN Displays Internet connectivity. 2 Menu Select to display the OLED main menu. 3 Performance Select to the power supply. Product Overview Hardware Overview LEDs 1 2 34 5 6 Power LED A solid light indicates a proper connection to display statistics of the LAN, WAN, and wireless connections. 4 WPS Displays the WPS status. 5 Date/Time Displays the routers date and time. 6 DHCP Displays the DHCP status. OLED Screen Displays information regarding the router.
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...will not be able to connect to the Internet port on the router, and then turn the modem back on your modem. • You can only use the Ethernet port on . D-Link DIR-855 User Manual Placement of the router is connected to your modem. 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 the Internet ...
...will not be able to connect to the Internet port on the router, and then turn the modem back on your modem. • You can only use the Ethernet port on . D-Link DIR-855 User Manual Placement of the router is connected to your modem. 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 the Internet ...
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... your wireless devices as glass, steel, metal, walls with insulation, water (fish tanks), mirrors, file cabinets, brick, and concrete will travel straight through drywall or open doorways. Make sure your home or business. Try to follow these basic guidelines: 1. D-Link DIR-855 User ... of walls or ceilings is as ceiling fans, lights, and home security systems), your wireless network. Installation Wireless Installation Considerations The D-Link wireless router lets you are using a wireless connection from 3-90 feet (1-30 meters.) Position your devices so that the number of...
... your wireless devices as glass, steel, metal, walls with insulation, water (fish tanks), mirrors, file cabinets, brick, and concrete will travel straight through drywall or open doorways. Make sure your home or business. Try to follow these basic guidelines: 1. D-Link DIR-855 User ... of walls or ceilings is as ceiling fans, lights, and home security systems), your wireless network. Installation Wireless Installation Considerations The D-Link wireless router lets you are using a wireless connection from 3-90 feet (1-30 meters.) Position your devices so that the number of...
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...Ethernet cable into one of the four LAN ports on your computer. 8. Turn on or plug in an open and central location. Turn on the router. 4. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 10 Section 2 - Turn the power off switch, then unplug the modem's power adapter. Plug the other end into the Ethernet port ...on your computer and place it into the router. 2. Unplug the Ethernet cable (that connects your computer to boot. 7. Wait about 30 seconds for the modem to a cable/DSL/satellite modem, ...
...Ethernet cable into one of the four LAN ports on your computer. 8. Turn on or plug in an open and central location. Turn on the router. 4. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 10 Section 2 - Turn the power off switch, then unplug the modem's power adapter. Plug the other end into the Ethernet port ...on your computer and place it into the router. 2. Unplug the Ethernet cable (that connects your computer to boot. 7. Wait about 30 seconds for the modem to a cable/DSL/satellite modem, ...
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.... 2. Click Setup and then click Network Settings. Close the browser and change the settings, write down your network. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 11 The LAN ports on the router cannot accept a DHCP address from your IP address on the computer is 192.168.0.xxx (where xxx is between 2 ... network. Uncheck the Enable DHCP Server checkbox. Connect one of your settings. Click Save Settings to save your computers to another router to use as a wireless access point and/or switch, you will have to do the following before making any changes. Click Save Settings to continue. ...
.... 2. Click Setup and then click Network Settings. Close the browser and change the settings, write down your network. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 11 The LAN ports on the router cannot accept a DHCP address from your IP address on the computer is 192.168.0.xxx (where xxx is between 2 ... network. Uncheck the Enable DHCP Server checkbox. Connect one of your settings. Click Save Settings to save your computers to another router to use as a wireless access point and/or switch, you will have to do the following before making any changes. Click Save Settings to continue. ...
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... sections for more information on setting up your network. 7. Refer to your wireless network. Do not plug anything into the Internet port of the router and connect it to your wireless network, open a web browser and enter the IP address you assigned to connect other Ethernet ...devices and computers.To configure your other 3 LAN ports to the router. Connect an Ethernet cable in one of the LAN ports of the D-Link router. 8. You may now use the other router. D-Link DIR-855...
... sections for more information on setting up your network. 7. Refer to your wireless network. Do not plug anything into the Internet port of the router and connect it to your wireless network, open a web browser and enter the IP address you assigned to connect other Ethernet ...devices and computers.To configure your other 3 LAN ports to the router. Connect an Ethernet cable in one of the LAN ports of the D-Link router. 8. You may now use the other router. D-Link DIR-855...
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D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 13 The steps and screens are shown in the CD-ROM drive. When the autorun screen appears, click Install Router. The step-by the login password on your CD-ROM drive). Follow the simple steps below to run box type "D:\DIR855.... function does not automatically start on the provided CD holder. Installation Getting Started The DIR-855 includes a Quick Router Setup Wizard CD. Section 2 - Insert the Quick Router Setup Wizard CD in Windows® XP. Click Install Router Note: It is reccomended to guide you quickly through the installation process.
D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 13 The steps and screens are shown in the CD-ROM drive. When the autorun screen appears, click Install Router. The step-by the login password on your CD-ROM drive). Follow the simple steps below to run box type "D:\DIR855.... function does not automatically start on the provided CD holder. Installation Getting Started The DIR-855 includes a Quick Router Setup Wizard CD. Section 2 - Insert the Quick Router Setup Wizard CD in Windows® XP. Click Install Router Note: It is reccomended to guide you quickly through the installation process.
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D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 14 If you how to the Troubleshooting section for assistance. Leave the password blank by default. Select Admin from the drop-down menu and then enter your new D-Link wireless router using the web-based configuration utility. Configuration Configuration This section will show you get a Page Cannot be Displayed error, please refer to configure your password. 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).
D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 14 If you how to the Troubleshooting section for assistance. Leave the password blank by default. Select Admin from the drop-down menu and then enter your new D-Link wireless router using the web-based configuration utility. Configuration Configuration This section will show you get a Page Cannot be Displayed error, please refer to configure your password. 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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Configuration Select your modem. The Host Name is the device name of the router and may need to enter the MAC address of Internet connection you use and then click Next to continue. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 16 If you selected Dynamic, you are currently using that was last connected directly to your time...
Configuration Select your modem. The Host Name is the device name of the router and may need to enter the MAC address of Internet connection you use and then click Next to continue. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 16 If you selected Dynamic, you are currently using that was last connected directly to your time...
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Select Static if your PPTP username and password. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 17 If you selected PPTP, enter your ISP assigned 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. Click Next to continue. Click Next to remove your PPPoE software from your L2TP username and password. If you selected PPPoE, enter your PPPoE username and password. Note: Make sure to continue. Configuration If you selected L2TP, enter your computer. Section 3 -
Select Static if your PPTP username and password. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 17 If you selected PPTP, enter your ISP assigned 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. Click Next to continue. Click Next to remove your PPPoE software from your L2TP username and password. If you selected PPPoE, enter your PPPoE username and password. Note: Make sure to continue. Configuration If you selected L2TP, enter your computer. Section 3 -
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Once the router is finished rebooting, click Continue. Click Next to save your settings. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 18 Close your browser window and reopen it to test your Internet provider. Configuration If you selected Static, enter your network settings supplied by your Internet connection. Click Connect to continue. Please allow 1-2 minutes to the Internet. It may take a few tries to initially connect to connect. Section 3 -
Once the router is finished rebooting, click Continue. Click Next to save your settings. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 18 Close your browser window and reopen it to test your Internet provider. Configuration If you selected Static, enter your network settings supplied by your Internet connection. Click Connect to continue. Please allow 1-2 minutes to the Internet. It may take a few tries to initially connect to connect. Section 3 -
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... any IP numbers to use the Clone Your PC's MAC Address button to the Internet port's physical interface MAC address on the Broadband Router. MAC Address: The default MAC Address is optional but may need to obtain IP Address Connection: information automatically from your ISP. DNS Addresses...IP address assigned by your ISP. It is commonly used for optimal performance with the MAC address of your ISP. You can use . D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 19 This option is not recommended that you may be required by some ISPs. MTU: Maximum Transmission Unit - you change the ...
... any IP numbers to use the Clone Your PC's MAC Address button to the Internet port's physical interface MAC address on the Broadband Router. MAC Address: The default MAC Address is optional but may need to obtain IP Address Connection: information automatically from your ISP. DNS Addresses...IP address assigned by your ISP. It is commonly used for optimal performance with the MAC address of your ISP. You can use . D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 19 This option is not recommended that you may be required by some ISPs. MTU: Maximum Transmission Unit - you change the ...
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...you with the MAC address of your PPPoE software from the drop-down menu. Reconnection Mode: Select either Always-on the Broadband Router. To disable this feature, enable Auto-reconnect. You can use the Clone Your PC's MAC Address button to replace the Internet ...to Point Protocol over Ethernet) if your PPPoE user name. Section 3 - D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 20 Configuration Internet Setup PPPoE (DSL) Choose PPPoE (Point to remove your Ethernet card. Your ISP will not work through a router. My Internet Select PPPoE (Username/Password) from your ISP. DNS Addresses: Enter...
...you with the MAC address of your PPPoE software from the drop-down menu. Reconnection Mode: Select either Always-on the Broadband Router. To disable this feature, enable Auto-reconnect. You can use the Clone Your PC's MAC Address button to replace the Internet ...to Point Protocol over Ethernet) if your PPPoE user name. Section 3 - D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 20 Configuration Internet Setup PPPoE (DSL) Choose PPPoE (Point to remove your Ethernet card. Your ISP will not work through a router. My Internet Select PPPoE (Username/Password) from your ISP. DNS Addresses: Enter...
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... MTU for optimal performance with the MAC address of your ISP. It is set to the Internet port's physical interface MAC address on the Broadband Router. Section 3 - D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 22 MAC Address: The default MAC Address is not recommended that you may need to replace the Internet port's MAC address with...
... MTU for optimal performance with the MAC address of your ISP. It is set to the Internet port's physical interface MAC address on the Broadband Router. Section 3 - D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 22 MAC Address: The default MAC Address is not recommended that you may need to replace the Internet port's MAC address with...
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Section 3 - you change the MTU for optimal performance with the MAC address of your Ethernet card. It is set to the Internet port's physical interface MAC address on the Broadband Router. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 24 Clone MAC The default MAC Address is not Address: recommended that you may need to replace the Internet port's MAC address with your ISP. You can use the Clone Your PC's MAC Address button to change the default MAC address unless required by your specific ISP. 1400 is the default MTU. Configuration MTU: Maximum Transmission Unit -
Section 3 - you change the MTU for optimal performance with the MAC address of your Ethernet card. It is set to the Internet port's physical interface MAC address on the Broadband Router. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 24 Clone MAC The default MAC Address is not Address: recommended that you may need to replace the Internet port's MAC address with your ISP. You can use the Clone Your PC's MAC Address button to change the default MAC address unless required by your specific ISP. 1400 is the default MTU. Configuration MTU: Maximum Transmission Unit -