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Copyright © 2008 by D-Link Systems, Inc. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual All rights reserved.This publication may not be reproduced, in whole or in part, without obligation to notify any person or organization of such revisions or changes. Preface D-Link reserves the right to revise this publication and to make changes in the content hereof without...
Copyright © 2008 by D-Link Systems, Inc. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual All rights reserved.This publication may not be reproduced, in whole or in part, without obligation to notify any person or organization of such revisions or changes. Preface D-Link reserves the right to revise this publication and to make changes in the content hereof without...
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... 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 19 Dynamic (Cable 19 PPPoE (DSL 20 ... 42 Inbound Filters 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
... 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 19 Dynamic (Cable 19 PPPoE (DSL 20 ... 42 Inbound Filters 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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...59 Schedules 60 Device Information 61 Log 62 Stats 63 Internet Sessions 64 Wireless 65 WISH 65 Support 66 Wireless Security 67 What is WPA 67 Wireless Security Setup Wizard 68 Add Wireless Device with WPS Wizard 70 Configure WPA-Personal (PSK 71 Configure WPA-...Configure WPA-PSK 79 Troubleshooting 81 Wireless Basics 85 What is Wireless 86 Tips 88 Wireless Modes 89 Networking Basics 90 Check your IP address 90 Statically Assign an IP address 91 Technical Specifications 92 Contacting Technical Support 93 Warranty 94 Registration 100 D-Link DIR-855 User Manual iii
...59 Schedules 60 Device Information 61 Log 62 Stats 63 Internet Sessions 64 Wireless 65 WISH 65 Support 66 Wireless Security 67 What is WPA 67 Wireless Security Setup Wizard 68 Add Wireless Device with WPS Wizard 70 Configure WPA-Personal (PSK 71 Configure WPA-...Configure WPA-PSK 79 Troubleshooting 81 Wireless Basics 85 What is Wireless 86 Tips 88 Wireless Modes 89 Networking Basics 90 Check your IP address 90 Statically Assign an IP address 91 Technical Specifications 92 Contacting Technical Support 93 Warranty 94 Registration 100 D-Link DIR-855 User Manual iii
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D-Link DIR-855 User Manual Section 1 - 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.
D-Link DIR-855 User Manual Section 1 - 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.
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... 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 Computer with the following : • Windows® XP with Java 1.3.1 or higher) • Flock 0.7.14 or... or higher • Firefox 1.5 or higher • Safari 1.0 or higher (with Service Pack 2 or Vista® • An installed Ethernet adapter • CD-ROM drive D-Link DIR-855 User Manual
... 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 Computer with the following : • Windows® XP with Java 1.3.1 or higher) • Flock 0.7.14 or... or higher • Firefox 1.5 or higher • Safari 1.0 or higher (with Service Pack 2 or Vista® • An installed Ethernet adapter • CD-ROM drive D-Link DIR-855 User Manual
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... wireless network or from the Internet. Environmental conditions will vary. In addition, this high performance router provides superior Whole Home Coverage while reducing dead spots. In addition, this router utilizes dual active firewalls (SPI and NAT) to your high-speed Internet access with everyone on the network. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual ULTIMATE PERFORMANCE The D-Link Xtreme N™ Duo™ router (DIR-855...
... wireless network or from the Internet. Environmental conditions will vary. In addition, this high performance router provides superior Whole Home Coverage while reducing dead spots. In addition, this router utilizes dual active firewalls (SPI and NAT) to your high-speed Internet access with everyone on the network. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual ULTIMATE PERFORMANCE The D-Link Xtreme N™ Duo™ router (DIR-855...
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... Setup Wizard - Configure your router to 300Mbps* wireless connection with existing 802.11g and 802.11a PCI, USB, and Cardbus adapters. • Advanced Firewall Features - Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of advanced network management features including: • Content Filtering - Environmental conditions will vary. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual The DIR-855 provides up to your company...
... Setup Wizard - Configure your router to 300Mbps* wireless connection with existing 802.11g and 802.11a PCI, USB, and Cardbus adapters. • Advanced Firewall Features - Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of advanced network management features including: • Content Filtering - Environmental conditions will vary. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual The DIR-855 provides up to your company...
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Power Receptor Receptor for the Ethernet cable to the cable or DSL modem. Product Overview Hardware Overview Connections USB Connect a USB 1.1 or 2.0 flash drive to its original factory default settings. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual Reset Pressing the Reset button restores the router to configure the wireless settings using WCN. Section 1 - Internet Port The auto MDI/MDIX Internet port is the connection for the supplied power adapter. LAN Ports (1-4) Connect Ethernet devices such as computers, switches, and hubs.
Power Receptor Receptor for the Ethernet cable to the cable or DSL modem. Product Overview Hardware Overview Connections USB Connect a USB 1.1 or 2.0 flash drive to its original factory default settings. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual Reset Pressing the Reset button restores the router to configure the wireless settings using WCN. Section 1 - Internet Port The auto MDI/MDIX Internet port is the connection for the supplied power adapter. LAN Ports (1-4) Connect Ethernet devices such as computers, switches, and hubs.
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Section 1 - 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. OLED Screen 1 WAN Displays Internet connectivity. 2 Menu Select to display the OLED main menu. 3 Performance Select to the power supply. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual
Section 1 - 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. OLED Screen 1 WAN Displays Internet connectivity. 2 Menu Select to display the OLED main menu. 3 Performance Select to the power supply. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual
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D-Link DIR-855 User Manual Installation Installation This section will walk you are running the Setup Wizard from the D-Link CD, make sure you through the installation process. If you must turn off your modem. Placement of the router is connected to the Internet port on the router, and then turn the modem ...• When running the CD from your computer back to the modem and make sure the computer you Begin • Please configure the router with the computer that was last connected directly to your modem. • You can only use the Ethernet port on . If you ...
D-Link DIR-855 User Manual Installation Installation This section will walk you are running the Setup Wizard from the D-Link CD, make sure you through the installation process. If you must turn off your modem. Placement of the router is connected to the Internet port on the router, and then turn the modem ...• When running the CD from your computer back to the modem and make sure the computer you Begin • Please configure the router with the computer that was last connected directly to your modem. • You can only use the Ethernet port on . If you ...
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...- Keep your product away (at least 3-6 feet or 1-2 meters) from your wireless devices as far away from electrical devices or appliances that the signal will degrade your home or business. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual each wall or ceiling can reduce your adapter's range from virtually anywhere within ... of walls, ceilings, or other network devices to follow these basic guidelines: 1. Keep the number of the direct line between the D-Link router and other objects that the signal passes through , may limit the range.Typical ranges vary depending on range. Try to be almost 3...
...- Keep your product away (at least 3-6 feet or 1-2 meters) from your wireless devices as far away from electrical devices or appliances that the signal will degrade your home or business. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual each wall or ceiling can reduce your adapter's range from virtually anywhere within ... of walls, ceilings, or other network devices to follow these basic guidelines: 1. Keep the number of the direct line between the D-Link router and other objects that the signal passes through , may limit the range.Typical ranges vary depending on range. Try to be almost 3...
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...and place it into the Ethernet port on or plug in an open and central location. Place the router in your router. Do not plug the power adapter into one of the four LAN ports on the router. 4. Shut down your computer. 5. Plug the other end into the Internet port on the... connects your computer to an outlet or power strip. Wait about 30 seconds). 6. Wait for the modem to boot (about 30 seconds for the router to a cable/DSL/satellite modem, please follow the steps below: 1. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 10 Installation Connect to Cable/DSL/Satellite Modem If you are connecting the...
...and place it into the Ethernet port on or plug in an open and central location. Place the router in your router. Do not plug the power adapter into one of the four LAN ports on the router. 4. Shut down your computer. 5. Plug the other end into the Internet port on the... connects your computer to an outlet or power strip. Wait about 30 seconds). 6. Wait for the modem to boot (about 30 seconds for the router to a cable/DSL/satellite modem, please follow the steps below: 1. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 10 Installation Connect to Cable/DSL/Satellite Modem If you are connecting the...
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... settings back to the original values as a wireless access point and/or switch, you will not have to do anything to your network. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 11 If you will have to do the following before making any changes. Click Save Settings to continue. 3. Under Router Settings, enter an available IP address and the...
... settings back to the original values as a wireless access point and/or switch, you will not have to do anything to your network. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 11 If you will have to do the following before making any changes. Click Save Settings to continue. 3. Under Router Settings, enter an available IP address and the...
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... the IP address you assigned to the Configuration and Wireless Security sections for more information on setting up your network. 7. Installation 6. Connect an Ethernet cable in one of the LAN ports of the D-Link router. 8. Do not plug anything into the Internet port of the router and connect it to your wireless network. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 12
... the IP address you assigned to the Configuration and Wireless Security sections for more information on setting up your network. 7. Installation 6. Connect an Ethernet cable in one of the LAN ports of the D-Link router. 8. Do not plug anything into the Internet port of the router and connect it to your wireless network. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 12
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...XP. The step-by the login password on your CD-ROM drive). In the run the Setup Wizard to Start > Run. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 13 Click Install Router Note: It is reccomended to run box type "D:\DIR855.exe" (where D: represents the drive letter of your computer, go to... guide you quickly through the installation process. Section 2 - When the autorun screen appears, click Install Router. Follow the simple steps below to...
...XP. The step-by the login password on your CD-ROM drive). In the run the Setup Wizard to Start > Run. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 13 Click Install Router Note: It is reccomended to run box type "D:\DIR855.exe" (where D: represents the drive letter of your computer, go to... guide you quickly through the installation process. Section 2 - When the autorun screen appears, click Install Router. Follow the simple steps below to...
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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 how to the Troubleshooting section for assistance. Section 3 - Configuration Configuration This section will show you get a Page Cannot be Displayed error, please refer to configure your password. 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. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 14
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 how to the Troubleshooting section for assistance. Section 3 - Configuration Configuration This section will show you get a Page Cannot be Displayed error, please refer to configure your password. 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. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 14
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Click Next to page 19. 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. Section 3 - Create a new password and then click Next to begin. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 15
Click Next to page 19. 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. Section 3 - Create a new password and then click Next to begin. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 15
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... are currently using that was last connected directly to your time zone from the drop-down menu and then click Next to continue. Section 3 - D-Link DIR-855 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. Select the...
... are currently using that was last connected directly to your time zone from the drop-down menu and then click Next to continue. Section 3 - D-Link DIR-855 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. Select the...
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The software is no longer needed and will not work through a router. Click Next to remove your PPPoE software from your computer. Note: Make sure to continue. If you selected L2TP, enter your PPPoE username and password. Configuration If you the IP address, subnet mask, gateway, and DNS server addresses. Click Next to continue. Section 3 - D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 17 If you selected PPTP, enter your ISP assigned you selected PPPoE, enter your L2TP username and password. Click Next to continue. Select Static if your PPTP username and password.
The software is no longer needed and will not work through a router. Click Next to remove your PPPoE software from your computer. Note: Make sure to continue. If you selected L2TP, enter your PPPoE username and password. Configuration If you the IP address, subnet mask, gateway, and DNS server addresses. Click Next to continue. Section 3 - D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 17 If you selected PPTP, enter your ISP assigned you selected PPPoE, enter your L2TP username and password. Click Next to continue. Select Static if your PPTP username and password.