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...October 6, 2009 July 7, 2009 Description DIR-855 Revision A1 with Firmware version 1.00 Updated warranty information Added SharePort USB Network Utility Advanced DNS and CAPTCHA Trademarks D-Link and the D-Link logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of D-Link Corporation or its subsidiaries in the ...content hereof without obligation to make changes in part, without prior expressed written permission from D-Link Systems, Inc. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual Preface D-Link reserves the right to revise this publication and to notify any person or organization of their respective companies...
...October 6, 2009 July 7, 2009 Description DIR-855 Revision A1 with Firmware version 1.00 Updated warranty information Added SharePort USB Network Utility Advanced DNS and CAPTCHA Trademarks D-Link and the D-Link logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of D-Link Corporation or its subsidiaries in the ...content hereof without obligation to make changes in part, without prior expressed written permission from D-Link Systems, Inc. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual Preface D-Link reserves the right to revise this publication and to notify any person or organization of their respective companies...
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... Level Gateway Configuration......... 46 Routing 47 Advanced Wireless Settings 48 802.11n/g (2.4GHz 48 802.11n/a (5GHz 49 WISH Settings 50 Advanced Network Settings 52 D-Link DIR-855 User Manual ii
... Level Gateway Configuration......... 46 Routing 47 Advanced Wireless Settings 48 802.11n/g (2.4GHz 48 802.11n/a (5GHz 49 WISH Settings 50 Advanced Network Settings 52 D-Link DIR-855 User Manual ii
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... Networking Basics 91 Check your IP address 91 Statically Assign an IP address 92 Technical Specifications 93 Contacting Technical Support 94 Warranty 95 Registration 101 D-Link DIR-855 User Manual iii
... Networking Basics 91 Check your IP address 91 Statically Assign an IP address 92 Technical Specifications 93 Contacting Technical Support 94 Warranty 95 Registration 101 D-Link DIR-855 User Manual iii
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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. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual
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... 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
... 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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...14x faster than an 802.11g wireless connection (also faster than a 100Mbps wired Ethernet connection). ULTIMATE PERFORMANCE The D-Link Xtreme N™ Duo™ router (DIR-855) is designed for WPA and WEP standards ensure that you'll be able to prevent unauthorized access, be it ... from across the Internet. * Maximum wireless signal rate derived from the Internet. Actual data throughput will adversely affect wireless signal range. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual The router is a draft 802.11n/802.11a compliant device that keeps digital phone calls (VoIP) and online gaming ...
...14x faster than an 802.11g wireless connection (also faster than a 100Mbps wired Ethernet connection). ULTIMATE PERFORMANCE The D-Link Xtreme N™ Duo™ router (DIR-855) is designed for WPA and WEP standards ensure that you'll be able to prevent unauthorized access, be it ... from across the Internet. * Maximum wireless signal rate derived from the Internet. Actual data throughput will adversely affect wireless signal range. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual The router is a draft 802.11n/802.11a compliant device that keeps digital phone calls (VoIP) and online gaming ...
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...802.11n wireless clients. Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of advanced network management features including: • Content Filtering - The DIR-855 can be active on MAC Address, URL, and/or Domain Name. • Filter Scheduling - The performance of hours or minutes.... wireless signal range. This capability allows users to 300Mbps* wireless connection with 802.11a/g Devices - D-Link DIR-855 User Manual The DIR-855 provides up to participate in real-time activities online, such as video streaming, online gaming, and real-time audio. ...
...802.11n wireless clients. Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of advanced network management features including: • Content Filtering - The DIR-855 can be active on MAC Address, URL, and/or Domain Name. • Filter Scheduling - The performance of hours or minutes.... wireless signal range. This capability allows users to 300Mbps* wireless connection with 802.11a/g Devices - D-Link DIR-855 User Manual The DIR-855 provides up to participate in real-time activities online, such as video streaming, online gaming, and real-time audio. ...
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Section 1 - 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. LAN Ports (1-4) Connect Ethernet devices such as computers, switches, and hubs. Reset Pressing the Reset button restores the router to configure the wireless settings using WCN. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual Internet Port The auto MDI/MDIX Internet port is the connection for the supplied power adapter.
Section 1 - 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. LAN Ports (1-4) Connect Ethernet devices such as computers, switches, and hubs. Reset Pressing the Reset button restores the router to configure the wireless settings using WCN. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual Internet Port The auto MDI/MDIX Internet port is the connection for the supplied power adapter.
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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. Section 1 - OLED Screen Displays information regarding the router. 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. Section 1 - OLED Screen Displays information regarding the router. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual
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... may need to call your computer or you will not be able to connect to the Internet. • When running the Setup Wizard from the D-Link CD, make sure you are running the CD from your ISP to change connection types (USB to Ethernet). • If you through the installation process... cable and connect an Ethernet cable to the modem and make sure the computer you disable or uninstall any hardware, re-connect your modem. Section 2 - D-Link DIR-855 User Manual
... may need to call your computer or you will not be able to connect to the Internet. • When running the Setup Wizard from the D-Link CD, make sure you are running the CD from your ISP to change connection types (USB to Ethernet). • If you through the installation process... cable and connect an Ethernet cable to the modem and make sure the computer you disable or uninstall any hardware, re-connect your modem. Section 2 - D-Link DIR-855 User Manual
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...phone base is minimized. 2. At a 2-degree angle it looks over 42 feet (14 meters) thick! Installation Wireless Installation Considerations The D-Link wireless router lets you are using a wireless connection from your wireless connection may have a negative effect on the types of walls or ...ceilings is as far away from virtually anywhere within the operating range of the direct line between the D-Link router and other objects that generate RF noise. 5. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual A solid metal door or aluminum studs may degrade dramatically or drop completely. If you ...
...phone base is minimized. 2. At a 2-degree angle it looks over 42 feet (14 meters) thick! Installation Wireless Installation Considerations The D-Link wireless router lets you are using a wireless connection from your wireless connection may have a negative effect on the types of walls or ...ceilings is as far away from virtually anywhere within the operating range of the direct line between the D-Link router and other objects that generate RF noise. 5. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual A solid metal door or aluminum studs may degrade dramatically or drop completely. If you ...
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... to your modem) from your modem. Shut down your router. Plug the other end into the Internet port on your computer. 5. Turn on the router. 4. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 10 Section 2 - If there is no on/off on your computer and place it into the Ethernet port on or plug in an...
... to your modem) from your modem. Shut down your router. Plug the other end into the Internet port on your computer. 5. Turn on the router. 4. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 10 Section 2 - If there is no on/off on your computer and place it into the Ethernet port on or plug in an...
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...cable. Under Router Settings, enter an available IP address and the subnet mask of the router in the future. Uncheck the Enable UPnP checkbox. 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 (...the user name to an available address on Advanced and then click Advanced Network. Installation Connect to Another Router If you are connecting the D-Link router to change your computer. 2. To connect to another router to use as in which case you will have to do the following before...
...cable. Under Router Settings, enter an available IP address and the subnet mask of the router in the future. Uncheck the Enable UPnP checkbox. 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 (...the user name to an available address on Advanced and then click Advanced Network. Installation Connect to Another Router If you are connecting the D-Link router to change your computer. 2. To connect to another router to use as in which case you will have to do the following before...
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... the Ethernet cable from the router and reconnect your computer to the Configuration and Wireless Security sections for more information on setting up your network. 7. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 12 You may now use the other router. Connect an Ethernet cable in one of the LAN ports of the...
... the Ethernet cable from the router and reconnect your computer to the Configuration and Wireless Security sections for more information on setting up your network. 7. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 12 You may now use the other router. Connect an Ethernet cable in one of the LAN ports of the...
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... are shown in the CD-ROM drive. In the run the Setup Wizard to Start > Run. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 13 Insert the Quick Router Setup Wizard CD in Windows® XP. Installation Getting Started The DIR-855 includes a Quick Router Setup Wizard CD. When the autorun screen appears, click Install Router. Follow the...
... are shown in the CD-ROM drive. In the run the Setup Wizard to Start > Run. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 13 Insert the Quick Router Setup Wizard CD in Windows® XP. Installation Getting Started The DIR-855 includes a Quick Router Setup Wizard CD. When the autorun screen appears, click Install Router. Follow the...
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Leave the password blank by default. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 14 Configuration Configuration This section will show you get a Page Cannot be Displayed error, please refer to configure your password. Select Admin from the drop-down menu and then enter your new D-Link wireless router using the NetBIOS name in the graphical authentication code...
Leave the password blank by default. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 14 Configuration Configuration This section will show you get a Page Cannot be Displayed error, please refer to configure your password. Select Admin from the drop-down menu and then enter your new D-Link wireless router using the NetBIOS name in the graphical authentication code...
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Configuration Setup Wizard Click Launch Internet Connection Setup Wizard to continue. Section 3 - Click Next to begin. Create a new password and then click Next to page 19. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 15 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 - Click Next to begin. Create a new password and then click Next to page 19. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 15 If you want to enter your settings without running the wizard, click Manual Configuration and skip to continue.
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... to continue. Section 3 - If you use and then click Next to your time zone from the drop-down menu and then click Next to continue. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 16 Configuration Select your modem. If you selected Dynamic, you may be changed. The Host Name is the device name of the router...
... to continue. Section 3 - If you use and then click Next to your time zone from the drop-down menu and then click Next to continue. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 16 Configuration Select your modem. If you selected Dynamic, you may be changed. The Host Name is the device name of the router...
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Note: Make sure to continue. If you selected PPTP, enter your computer. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 17 Click Next to continue. Click Next to continue. Select Static if your PPPoE username and password. Configuration If you selected PPPoE, enter your ISP assigned you selected L2TP, enter your L2TP 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. Click Next to remove your PPPoE software from your PPTP username and password.
Note: Make sure to continue. If you selected PPTP, enter your computer. D-Link DIR-855 User Manual 17 Click Next to continue. Click Next to continue. Select Static if your PPPoE username and password. Configuration If you selected PPPoE, enter your ISP assigned you selected L2TP, enter your L2TP 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. Click Next to remove your PPPoE software from your PPTP username and password.