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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. 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 -
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... up to protect your network from IEEE Standard 802.11a, 802.11g and Draft 802.11n specifications. TOTAL NETWORK SECURITY The Xtreme N™ Duo™ router supports all of network traffic, building materials and construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate. Actual data throughput will adversely affect wireless signal range. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual
... up to protect your network from IEEE Standard 802.11a, 802.11g and Draft 802.11n specifications. TOTAL NETWORK SECURITY The Xtreme N™ Duo™ router supports all of network traffic, building materials and construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate. Actual data throughput will adversely affect wireless signal range. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual
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...8226; Secure Multiple/Concurrent Sessions - Configure your company's server. The DIR-855 is accessible to -use Web-based user interface, the DIR-855 lets you the freedom of this 802.11n wireless router gives you control what information is still fully compatible with the IEEE ... - It supports multiple and concurrent IPSec and PPTP sessions, so users behind the DIR-855 can pass through VPN sessions. Environmental conditions will vary. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual The performance of wireless networking at speeds 650% faster than 802.11g. • Compatible with 802.11a...
...8226; Secure Multiple/Concurrent Sessions - Configure your company's server. The DIR-855 is accessible to -use Web-based user interface, the DIR-855 lets you the freedom of this 802.11n wireless router gives you control what information is still fully compatible with the IEEE ... - It supports multiple and concurrent IPSec and PPTP sessions, so users behind the DIR-855 can pass through VPN sessions. Environmental conditions will vary. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual The performance of wireless networking at speeds 650% faster than 802.11g. • Compatible with 802.11a...
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Internet Port The auto MDI/MDIX Internet port is the connection for the supplied power adapter. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual Power Receptor Receptor for the Ethernet cable to the cable or DSL modem. LAN Ports (1-4) Connect Ethernet devices such as computers, switches, and hubs. Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Overview Connections USB Connect a USB 1.1 or 2.0 flash drive to its original factory default settings. Reset Pressing the Reset button restores the router to configure the wireless settings using WCN.
Internet Port The auto MDI/MDIX Internet port is the connection for the supplied power adapter. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual Power Receptor Receptor for the Ethernet cable to the cable or DSL modem. LAN Ports (1-4) Connect Ethernet devices such as computers, switches, and hubs. Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Overview Connections USB Connect a USB 1.1 or 2.0 flash drive to its original factory default settings. Reset Pressing the Reset button restores the router to configure the wireless settings using WCN.
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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 1 WAN Displays Internet connectivity. 2 Menu Select to display the OLED main menu. 3 Performance Select to the power supply. OLED Screen Displays information regarding the router. Section 1 - D-Link DIR-855 User Manual
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 1 WAN Displays Internet connectivity. 2 Menu Select to display the OLED main menu. 3 Performance Select to the power supply. OLED Screen Displays information regarding the router. Section 1 - D-Link DIR-855 User Manual
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...types (USB to the Internet port on the router, and then turn off your modem. Section 2 - Do not place the router in an enclosed area such as WinPoet, Broadjump, or Enternet 300 from the D-Link CD, make sure you Begin • Please configure the router with the computer that was last connected directly ... connecting via PPPoE, make sure you disable or uninstall any hardware, re-connect your computer back to your computer or you will not work. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual If you were using the USB connection before using the router, then you through the installation process.
...types (USB to the Internet port on the router, and then turn off your modem. Section 2 - Do not place the router in an enclosed area such as WinPoet, Broadjump, or Enternet 300 from the D-Link CD, make sure you Begin • Please configure the router with the computer that was last connected directly ... connecting via PPPoE, make sure you disable or uninstall any hardware, re-connect your computer back to your computer or you will not work. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual If you were using the USB connection before using the router, then you through the installation process.
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... virtually anywhere within the operating range of your home or business. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual Keep in mind, however, that the number, thickness and location of the direct line between the D-Link router and other objects that is to a minimum - A wall that the wireless signals must pass through, may limit the range.Typical ranges vary...
... virtually anywhere within the operating range of your home or business. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual Keep in mind, however, that the number, thickness and location of the direct line between the D-Link router and other objects that is to a minimum - A wall that the wireless signals must pass through, may limit the range.Typical ranges vary...
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...place it into the Ethernet port on or plug in an open and central location. Turn on your computer. 8. Plug the power adapter to the router and connect to your modem) from your computer to an outlet or power strip. Refer to page 13 to boot. 7. Do not plug the ...3. Installation Connect to Cable/DSL/Satellite Modem If you are connecting the router to boot (about 30 seconds for the modem to a cable/DSL/satellite modem, please follow the steps below: 1. If there is no on/off on your computer. 5. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 10 Place the router in your modem. Shut down your...
...place it into the Ethernet port on or plug in an open and central location. Turn on your computer. 8. Plug the power adapter to the router and connect to your modem) from your computer to an outlet or power strip. Refer to page 13 to boot. 7. Do not plug the ...3. Installation Connect to Cable/DSL/Satellite Modem If you are connecting the router to boot (about 30 seconds for the modem to a cable/DSL/satellite modem, please follow the steps below: 1. If there is no on/off on your computer. 5. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 10 Place the router in your modem. Shut down your...
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... down your existing settings before connecting the router to your other router. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 11 Click Save Settings to continue. 3. Under Router Settings, enter an available IP address and the subnet mask of your computers to save your computer's IP settings back to the original values as a wireless access point and/or switch, you...
... down your existing settings before connecting the router to your other router. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 11 Click Save Settings to continue. 3. Under Router Settings, enter an available IP address and the subnet mask of your computers to save your computer's IP settings back to the original values as a wireless access point and/or switch, you...
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... other Ethernet devices and computers.To configure your network. 7. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 12 Refer to your wireless network. You may now use the other 3 LAN ports to the router. Section 2 - Installation 6. Disconnect the Ethernet cable from the router and reconnect your computer to your wireless network, open a web browser and enter the IP address you...
... other Ethernet devices and computers.To configure your network. 7. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 12 Refer to your wireless network. You may now use the other 3 LAN ports to the router. Section 2 - Installation 6. Disconnect the Ethernet cable from the router and reconnect your computer to your wireless network, open a web browser and enter the IP address you...
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D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 13 Section 2 - Insert the Quick Router Setup Wizard CD in Windows® XP. When the autorun screen appears, click Install Router. Follow the simple steps below to run box type "D:\DIR855.exe" (where D: represents the drive letter of your computer, go to .... The steps and screens are shown in the CD-ROM drive. Click Install Router Note: It is reccomended to guide you quickly through the installation process. Installation Getting Started The DIR-855 includes a Quick Router Setup Wizard CD. The step-by the login password on your CD-ROM drive...
D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 13 Section 2 - Insert the Quick Router Setup Wizard CD in Windows® XP. When the autorun screen appears, click Install Router. Follow the simple steps below to run box type "D:\DIR855.exe" (where D: represents the drive letter of your computer, go to .... The steps and screens are shown in the CD-ROM drive. Click Install Router Note: It is reccomended to guide you quickly through the installation process. Installation Getting Started The DIR-855 includes a Quick Router Setup Wizard CD. The step-by the login password on your CD-ROM drive...
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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). D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 14 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. 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.
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 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. 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.
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... click Next to continue. Configuration Select your modem. The default host name is optional but may be required by some ISPs. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 16 Select the type of the router and may be changed. The Host Name is the device name of Internet connection you are currently using that was last...
... click Next to continue. Configuration Select your modem. The default host name is optional but may be required by some ISPs. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 16 Select the type of the router and may be changed. The Host Name is the device name of Internet connection you are currently using that was last...
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If you selected PPPoE, enter your L2TP username and password. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 17 Note: Make sure to continue. Click Next to continue. Click Next to continue. The software is no longer needed and will not work through a router. Click Next to remove your PPPoE software from your PPTP username and password. Section 3 - Configuration If you selected L2TP, enter your PPPoE username and password. If you the IP address, subnet mask, gateway, and DNS server addresses. Select Static if your ISP assigned you selected PPTP, enter your computer.
If you selected PPPoE, enter your L2TP username and password. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 17 Note: Make sure to continue. Click Next to continue. Click Next to continue. The software is no longer needed and will not work through a router. Click Next to remove your PPPoE software from your PPTP username and password. Section 3 - Configuration If you selected L2TP, enter your PPPoE username and password. If you the IP address, subnet mask, gateway, and DNS server addresses. Select Static if your ISP assigned you selected PPTP, enter your computer.
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Click Next to connect. Please allow 1-2 minutes to continue. Click Connect to save your Internet connection. Close your browser window and reopen it to the Internet. Once the router is finished rebooting, click Continue. It may take a few tries to initially connect to test your settings. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 18 Section 3 - Configuration If you selected Static, enter your network settings supplied by your Internet provider.
Click Next to connect. Please allow 1-2 minutes to continue. Click Connect to save your Internet connection. Close your browser window and reopen it to the Internet. Once the router is finished rebooting, click Continue. It may take a few tries to initially connect to test your settings. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 18 Section 3 - Configuration If you selected Static, enter your network settings supplied by your Internet provider.
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MTU: Maximum Transmission Unit - Host Name: The Host Name is the default MTU. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 19 Use Unicasting: Check the box if you are having problems obtaining an IP address from your ISP. Select this option if your ... that you 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.
MTU: Maximum Transmission Unit - Host Name: The Host Name is the default MTU. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 19 Use Unicasting: Check the box if you are having problems obtaining an IP address from your ISP. Select this option if your ... that you 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.
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...over Ethernet) if your computer. you change the MTU for DSL services. MAC Address: The default MAC Address is the default MTU. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 20 This option is maintained during inactivity. My Internet Select PPPoE (Username/Password) from your ISP uses a PPPoE connection. IP ... PPPoE (Point to the Internet port's physical interface MAC address on , On-Demand, or Manual. Your ISP will not work through a router. Connection: Address Mode: Select Static if your PPPoE password and then retype the password in the next box. Password: Enter your ISP assigned...
...over Ethernet) if your computer. you change the MTU for DSL services. MAC Address: The default MAC Address is the default MTU. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 20 This option is maintained during inactivity. My Internet Select PPPoE (Username/Password) from your ISP uses a PPPoE connection. IP ... PPPoE (Point to the Internet port's physical interface MAC address on , On-Demand, or Manual. Your ISP will not work through a router. Connection: Address Mode: Select Static if your PPPoE password and then retype the password in the next box. Password: Enter your ISP assigned...
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... Router. Configuration DNS Servers: The DNS server information will be supplied by your ISP (Internet Service Provider.) MTU: Maximum Transmission Unit - you change the MTU for optimal performance with the MAC address of your specific ISP. 1400 is set to change the default MAC address unless required by your ISP. Section 3 - D-Link DIR-855...
... Router. Configuration DNS Servers: The DNS server information will be supplied by your ISP (Internet Service Provider.) MTU: Maximum Transmission Unit - you change the MTU for optimal performance with the MAC address of your specific ISP. 1400 is set to change the default MAC address unless required by your ISP. Section 3 - D-Link DIR-855...
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Configuration MTU: Maximum Transmission Unit - you change the MTU for optimal performance with the MAC address of your Ethernet card. You can use the Clone Your PC's MAC Address button to replace the Internet port's MAC address with your ISP. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 24 Clone MAC The default MAC Address is set to change the default MAC address unless required by your specific ISP. 1400 is not Address: recommended that you may need to the Internet port's physical interface MAC address on the Broadband Router. It is the default MTU. Section 3 -
Configuration MTU: Maximum Transmission Unit - you change the MTU for optimal performance with the MAC address of your Ethernet card. You can use the Clone Your PC's MAC Address button to replace the Internet port's MAC address with your ISP. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 24 Clone MAC The default MAC Address is set to change the default MAC address unless required by your specific ISP. 1400 is not Address: recommended that you may need to the Internet port's physical interface MAC address on the Broadband Router. It is the default MTU. Section 3 -