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Section 1 - Product Overview PProacdkuacgteOCvoentrevnietsw DIR-857 HD Media Router 3000 Ethernet Cable Power Adapter CD-ROM with the DIR-857 will cause damage and void the warranty. Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage rating than the one included with Manual and Setup Wizard If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller. D-Link DIR-857 User Manual 1
Section 1 - Product Overview PProacdkuacgteOCvoentrevnietsw DIR-857 HD Media Router 3000 Ethernet Cable Power Adapter CD-ROM with the DIR-857 will cause damage and void the warranty. Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage rating than the one included with Manual and Setup Wizard If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller. D-Link DIR-857 User Manual 1
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... method, regardless of up to prevent potential attacks from across the Internet. * Maximum wireless signal rate derived from the Internet. ULTIMATE PERFORMANCE The D-Link HD Media Router 3000 (DIR-857) is designed for use in bigger homes and for WPA standards ensure that delivers real world performance of your client devices. In addition, this... farther distances for best-in your high-speed Internet access with everyone on the network. Create a secure wireless network to provide the best wireless performance. D-Link DIR-857 User Manual 3
... method, regardless of up to prevent potential attacks from across the Internet. * Maximum wireless signal rate derived from the Internet. ULTIMATE PERFORMANCE The D-Link HD Media Router 3000 (DIR-857) is designed for use in bigger homes and for WPA standards ensure that delivers real world performance of your client devices. In addition, this... farther distances for best-in your high-speed Internet access with everyone on the network. Create a secure wireless network to provide the best wireless performance. D-Link DIR-857 User Manual 3
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...'s server. Product Overview Features • Faster Wireless Networking - The DIR-857 is accessible to -use Web-based user interface, the DIR-857 lets you the freedom of this 802.11n wireless router gives you control what information is still fully compatible with the IEEE ... interface displays a number of network traffic, building materials and construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate. D-Link DIR-857 User Manual 4 The DIR-857 provides up to participate in real-time activities online, such as video streaming, online gaming, and real-time audio. The...
...'s server. Product Overview Features • Faster Wireless Networking - The DIR-857 is accessible to -use Web-based user interface, the DIR-857 lets you the freedom of this 802.11n wireless router gives you control what information is still fully compatible with the IEEE ... interface displays a number of network traffic, building materials and construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate. D-Link DIR-857 User Manual 4 The DIR-857 provides up to participate in real-time activities online, such as video streaming, online gaming, and real-time audio. The...
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The DIR-857 offers stability, fast wireless, and guaranteed performance for media streaming using the... from the Internet, a NAS or PC, these devices share in common the need to connect with a router in order to act as network storage. Whether set-top box or gaming console streaming media directly from the...USB thumb drive) • Supports IPv6 • True Gigabit Routing Connectivity D-Link DIR-857 User Manual 5 Through the SharePort™ Plus Utility, you can wirelessly share this router to communicate and establish the wireless media stream. Section 1 - Product Overview ...
The DIR-857 offers stability, fast wireless, and guaranteed performance for media streaming using the... from the Internet, a NAS or PC, these devices share in common the need to connect with a router in order to act as network storage. Whether set-top box or gaming console streaming media directly from the...USB thumb drive) • Supports IPv6 • True Gigabit Routing Connectivity D-Link DIR-857 User Manual 5 Through the SharePort™ Plus Utility, you can wirelessly share this router to communicate and establish the wireless media stream. Section 1 - Product Overview ...
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... modem. 3 USB Connect a USB 1.1, 2.0, or 3.0 flash drive to configure the wireless settings using WCN. 4 Reset Press and hold the reset button to restore the router to its original factory settings. 5 Power Button Press the power button to power on and off. 6 Power Receptor Receptor for the supplied power adapter. D-Link DIR-857 User Manual 6
... modem. 3 USB Connect a USB 1.1, 2.0, or 3.0 flash drive to configure the wireless settings using WCN. 4 Reset Press and hold the reset button to restore the router to its original factory settings. 5 Power Button Press the power button to power on and off. 6 Power Receptor Receptor for the supplied power adapter. D-Link DIR-857 User Manual 6
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... your modem. If you have DSL and are connecting via PPPoE, make sure you may need to call your modem. Placement of the router is very important. D-Link DIR-857 User Manual 9 In some cases, you disable or uninstall any PPPoE software such as a closet, cabinet, or in the attic or garage.... Section 2 - If you were using the USB connection before using the router, then you must turn off your modem, disconnect the USB cable and ...
... your modem. If you have DSL and are connecting via PPPoE, make sure you may need to call your modem. Placement of the router is very important. D-Link DIR-857 User Manual 9 In some cases, you disable or uninstall any PPPoE software such as a closet, cabinet, or in the attic or garage.... Section 2 - If you were using the USB connection before using the router, then you must turn off your modem, disconnect the USB cable and ...
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...wall that the number of materials and background RF (radio frequency) noise in use. Installation Wireless Installation Considerations The D-Link wireless router lets you are using a wireless connection from electrical devices or appliances that the signal passes through drywall or open doorways... cordless phones or X-10 (wireless products such as ceiling fans, lights, and home security systems), your wireless signal. 4. D-Link DIR-857 User Manual 10 Typical ranges vary depending on range. Building Materials make a difference. Section 2 - Position devices so that the...
...wall that the number of materials and background RF (radio frequency) noise in use. Installation Wireless Installation Considerations The D-Link wireless router lets you are using a wireless connection from electrical devices or appliances that the signal passes through drywall or open doorways... cordless phones or X-10 (wireless products such as ceiling fans, lights, and home security systems), your wireless signal. 4. D-Link DIR-857 User Manual 10 Typical ranges vary depending on range. Building Materials make a difference. Section 2 - Position devices so that the...
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...where D: represents the drive letter of your computer, go to guide you quickly through the installation process. D-Link DIR-857 User Manual 11 When the autorun screen appears, click Install. Insert the Quick Router Setup Wizard CD in Windows® XP. In the run the Setup Wizard to Start > Run. ...The step-by the login password on your CD-ROM drive). Installation Getting Started The DIR-857 includes a Quick Router Setup Wizard CD. The steps and screens are shown in the CD-ROM drive. Section 2 - Note: It is recommended to write...
...where D: represents the drive letter of your computer, go to guide you quickly through the installation process. D-Link DIR-857 User Manual 11 When the autorun screen appears, click Install. Insert the Quick Router Setup Wizard CD in Windows® XP. In the run the Setup Wizard to Start > Run. ...The step-by the login password on your CD-ROM drive). Installation Getting Started The DIR-857 includes a Quick Router Setup Wizard CD. The steps and screens are shown in the CD-ROM drive. Section 2 - Note: It is recommended to write...
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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 ...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). D-Link DIR-857 User Manual 12 The password is left blank by default.
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 ...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). D-Link DIR-857 User Manual 12 The password is left blank by default.
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... Click Internet Connection Setup Wizard to quickly configure your router using WPS, click Add Wireless Device with WPS and skip to your router. If you want to configure your settings without running the wizard, click Manual Configuration and skip to the next page. D-Link DIR-857 User Manual 13 Skip to begin. Section 3 - Skip to...
... Click Internet Connection Setup Wizard to quickly configure your router using WPS, click Add Wireless Device with WPS and skip to your router. If you want to configure your settings without running the wizard, click Manual Configuration and skip to the next page. D-Link DIR-857 User Manual 13 Skip to begin. Section 3 - Skip to...
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... IP address, subnet mask, gateway, and DNS server addresses. Section 3 - If you may need to enter the MAC address of the Router and may be changed. Click Next to continue. D-Link DIR-857 User Manual 15 Configuration If you selected Dynamic, you are currently using that was last connected directly to continue. The default... Address and then click Next to continue. If you selected PPTP, enter your modem. The software is no longer needed and will not work through a router. Click Next to your PPTP username and password.
... IP address, subnet mask, gateway, and DNS server addresses. Section 3 - If you may need to enter the MAC address of the Router and may be changed. Click Next to continue. D-Link DIR-857 User Manual 15 Configuration If you selected Dynamic, you are currently using that was last connected directly to continue. The default... Address and then click Next to continue. If you selected PPTP, enter your modem. The software is no longer needed and will not work through a router. Click Next to your PPTP username and password.
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Click Next to save your settings. Click Connect to continue. D-Link DIR-857 User Manual 16 Click Next to the Internet. Configuration If you selected Static, enter your network settings supplied by your L2TP username and password. If you selected L2TP, enter your Internet provider. It may take a few tries to initially connect to continue. Once the router is finished rebooting, click Continue. Please allow 1-2 minutes to test your browser window and reopen it to connect. Section 3 - Close your Internet connection.
Click Next to save your settings. Click Connect to continue. D-Link DIR-857 User Manual 16 Click Next to the Internet. Configuration If you selected Static, enter your network settings supplied by your L2TP username and password. If you selected L2TP, enter your Internet provider. It may take a few tries to initially connect to continue. Once the router is finished rebooting, click Continue. Please allow 1-2 minutes to test your browser window and reopen it to connect. Section 3 - Close your Internet connection.
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This option is set to the Internet port's physical interface MAC address on the Broadband Router. DNS Servers: Enter the Primary and secondary DNS server IP addresses assigned by some ISPs. These addresses are usually obtained automatically from your ISP. MTU: ... you are not sure. Leave at 0.0.0.0 if you change the MTU for cable modem services such as Comcast and Cox. It is the default MTU. D-Link DIR-857 User Manual 17
This option is set to the Internet port's physical interface MAC address on the Broadband Router. DNS Servers: Enter the Primary and secondary DNS server IP addresses assigned by some ISPs. These addresses are usually obtained automatically from your ISP. MTU: ... you are not sure. Leave at 0.0.0.0 if you change the MTU for cable modem services such as Comcast and Cox. It is the default MTU. D-Link DIR-857 User Manual 17
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...most cases, select Dynamic. MTU: Maximum Transmission Unit - D-Link DIR-857 User Manual 18 Make sure to Point Protocol over Ethernet) if your computer. Password: Enter your PPPoE user name. Reconnection Mode: Select either Always-on the Broadband Router. It is the default MTU. My Internet Select PPPoE (... needed and will provide you the IP address, subnet mask, gateway, and DNS server addresses. Your ISP will not work through a router. Connection: Address Mode: Select Static if your ISP assigned you with the MAC address of your specific ISP. 1492 is not recommended...
...most cases, select Dynamic. MTU: Maximum Transmission Unit - D-Link DIR-857 User Manual 18 Make sure to Point Protocol over Ethernet) if your computer. Password: Enter your PPPoE user name. Reconnection Mode: Select either Always-on the Broadband Router. It is the default MTU. My Internet Select PPPoE (... needed and will provide you the IP address, subnet mask, gateway, and DNS server addresses. Your ISP will not work through a router. Connection: Address Mode: Select Static if your ISP assigned you with the MAC address of your specific ISP. 1492 is not recommended...
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PPTP IP Address: Enter the IP address (Static PPTP only). Reconnect Mode: Select either Always-on the Broadband Router. Address Mode: Select Static if your PPTP username. PPTP Gateway: Enter the Gateway IP Address provided by your ISP. To disable ...typically used for optimal performance with a username and password. DNS Servers: The DNS server information will provide you change the MTU for DSL services. D-Link DIR-857 User Manual 19 Section 3 - Configuration PPTP Choose PPTP (Point-to the Internet port's physical interface MAC address on , On-Demand, or Manual....
PPTP IP Address: Enter the IP address (Static PPTP only). Reconnect Mode: Select either Always-on the Broadband Router. Address Mode: Select Static if your PPTP username. PPTP Gateway: Enter the Gateway IP Address provided by your ISP. To disable ...typically used for optimal performance with a username and password. DNS Servers: The DNS server information will provide you change the MTU for DSL services. D-Link DIR-857 User Manual 19 Section 3 - Configuration PPTP Choose PPTP (Point-to the Internet port's physical interface MAC address on , On-Demand, or Manual....
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... recommended that you the IP address, subnet mask, gateway, and DNS server addresses. Reconnect Select either Always-on the Address: Broadband Router. Time: To disable this feature, enable Auto-reconnect. D-Link DIR-857 User Manual 20 You can use the Clone Your PC's MAC Address button to change the default MAC address unless required...
... recommended that you the IP address, subnet mask, gateway, and DNS server addresses. Reconnect Select either Always-on the Address: Broadband Router. Time: To disable this feature, enable Auto-reconnect. D-Link DIR-857 User Manual 20 You can use the Clone Your PC's MAC Address button to change the default MAC address unless required...
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...the IP address, subnet mask, gateway address, and DNS address(es) provided to replace the Internet port's MAC address with your ISP. The Router will be in this format. DNS Servers: The DNS server information will not accept the IP address if it is the default MTU. you...3 - MAC Address: The default MAC Address is provided to you may need to the Internet port's physical interface MAC address on the Broadband Router. D-Link DIR-857 User Manual 21 Configuration Static (assigned by ISP) Select Static IP Address if all the Internet port's IP information is set to enter in ...
...the IP address, subnet mask, gateway address, and DNS address(es) provided to replace the Internet port's MAC address with your ISP. The Router will be in this format. DNS Servers: The DNS server information will not accept the IP address if it is the default MTU. you...3 - MAC Address: The default MAC Address is provided to you may need to the Internet port's physical interface MAC address on the Broadband Router. D-Link DIR-857 User Manual 21 Configuration Static (assigned by ISP) Select Static IP Address if all the Internet port's IP information is set to enter in ...
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Section 3 - D-Link DIR-857 User Manual 22 If you want to add your wireless clients to your wireless settings manually, click Manual Wireless Connection Setup and skip to page 75. Configuration Wireless Settings Click Wireless Connection Setup Wizard to page 82. Skip to begin. If you want to configure your router using WPS, click Add Wireless Device with WPS and skip to the next page.
Section 3 - D-Link DIR-857 User Manual 22 If you want to add your wireless clients to your wireless settings manually, click Manual Wireless Connection Setup and skip to page 75. Configuration Wireless Settings Click Wireless Connection Setup Wizard to page 82. Skip to begin. If you want to configure your router using WPS, click Add Wireless Device with WPS and skip to the next page.
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... will need to enter the new IP address in your browser to configure the DHCP settings. IP Address: Enter the IP address of the router and to get back into the configuration utility. The default IP address is 255.255.255.0. Subnet Mask: Enter the Subnet Mask. Local Domain...the box to transfer the DNS server information from your ISP to change the local network settings of the router. If you change the IP address, once you click Apply, you will allow you to your computers will use the router for a DNS server. D-Link DIR-857 User Manual 25 If checked, your computers.
... will need to enter the new IP address in your browser to configure the DHCP settings. IP Address: Enter the IP address of the router and to get back into the configuration utility. The default IP address is 255.255.255.0. Subnet Mask: Enter the Subnet Mask. Local Domain...the box to transfer the DNS server information from your ISP to change the local network settings of the router. If you change the IP address, once you click Apply, you will allow you to your computers will use the router for a DNS server. D-Link DIR-857 User Manual 25 If checked, your computers.
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...type of this feature to allow the DHCP Server to -Point, Mixed-mode, and Hybrid. When you statically (manually) assign IP addresses to your router. Uncheck Server: to disable this box to "Obtain an IP Address Automatically." NetBIOS Scope: This feature allows the configuration of time for the DHCP ... TCP/IP settings provided by setting their TCP/IP settings to enable the DHCP server on the LAN/private network. WINS IP Address: D-Link DIR-857 User Manual 26 Enable DHCP Check this function. Note: If you turn your Primary (and Secondary) WINS IP address(es). The...
...type of this feature to allow the DHCP Server to -Point, Mixed-mode, and Hybrid. When you statically (manually) assign IP addresses to your router. Uncheck Server: to disable this box to "Obtain an IP Address Automatically." NetBIOS Scope: This feature allows the configuration of time for the DHCP ... TCP/IP settings provided by setting their TCP/IP settings to enable the DHCP server on the LAN/private network. WINS IP Address: D-Link DIR-857 User Manual 26 Enable DHCP Check this function. Note: If you turn your Primary (and Secondary) WINS IP address(es). The...