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Table of Contents Table of Contents Product Overview ........................................................4 Wireless Settings .............................................25 Package Contents ...................................................4 Network Settings ..............................................26 System Requirements .............................................4 DHCP Server Settings .....................................27 Introduction ..............................................
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Table of Contents Wireless Security.......................................................44 What is WEP? .......................................................44 Configure WEP ......................................................45 What is WPA? .......................................................46 Configure WPA-PSK .............................................47 Configure WPA (RADIUS) .....................................48 Connect to a Wireless Network ................................49
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Section 1 - Product Overview Product Overview Package Contents • D-Link DIR-301 Wireless Router • Power Adapter • Ethernet Cable • Manual and Warranty on CD Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage rating than the one included with the WBR-1310 will cause damage and void the warranty for this product. System Requirements • Ethernet-based Cable or DSL Modem ® ® • Computers with Windows , Macintosh , or Linux-based operating systems with an installed Ethernet adapter ™ • Internet Exp
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Section 1 - Product Overview Introduction D-Link, the industry leader in wireless networking, introduces another breakthrough in wireless connectivity. The D-Link Wireless G DIR-301 Router which is capable of transferring data with a maximum wireless signal rate of up to 54Mbps* in the 2.4GHz frequency — the same wireless frequency as 802.11b. The D-Link DIR-301 Wireless Router also offers four Ethernet ports to support multiple computers. The advanced wireless technology built into the DIR-
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Section 1 - Product Overview Features • Faster Wireless Networking - The DIR-301 provides up to 54Mbps* wireless connection with other 802.11g wireless clients. This capability allows users to participate in real-time activities online, such as video streaming, online gaming, and real-time audio. The performance of this 802.11g wireless router gives you the freedom of wireless networking at speeds 5x faster than 802.11b. • Compatible with 802.11b and 802.11g Devices - The DIR-301 is still ful
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Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Overview Connections Pressing the Reset Button restores the router to its original factory default settings. Receptor for the Power Adapter. LAN Ports The Auto MDI/MDIX INTERNETport Connect Ethernet devices such as is the connection for the Ethernet computers, switches, and hubs. cable to the Cable or DSL modem. D-Link DIR-301 User Manual
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Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Overview LEDs WLAN LED INTERNET LED A solid light indicates that the wireless A solid light indicates connection on segment is ready. This LED blinks during the INTERNET port. This LED blinks wireless data transmission. during data transmission. Local Network LEDs A solid light indicates a connection to an Ethernet-enabled computer on ports 1-4. This LED blinks during data transmission. Power LED Status LED A solid light indicates a proper A blin
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Section - Installation Installation This section will walk you through the installation process. Placement of the router is very important. Do not place the router in an enclosed area such as a closet, cabinet, or in the attic or garage. Before you Begin Please configure the router with the computer that was last connected directly to your modem. Also, you can only use the Ethernet port on your modem. If you were using the USB connection before using the router, then you must turn off your
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Section - Installation Wireless Installation Considerations The D-Link wireless router lets you access your network using a wireless connection from virtually anywhere within the operating range of your wireless network. Keep in mind, however, that the number, thickness and location of walls, ceilings, or other objects that the wireless signals must pass through, may limit the range. Typical ranges vary depending on the types of materials and background RF (radio frequency) noise in your ho
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Section - Installation Connect to Cable/DSL/Satellite Modem If you are connecting the router to a cable/DSL/satellite modem, please follow the steps below: 1. Place the router in an open and central location. Do not plug the power adapter into the router. 2. Turn the power off on your modem. If there is no on/off switch, then unplug the modem’s power adapter. Shut down your computer. 3. Unplug the Ethernet cable (that connects your computer to your modem) from your computer and place it into
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Section - Installation Connect to Another Router If you are connecting the D-Link router to another router to use as a wireless access point and/or switch, you will have to do the following before connecting the router to your network: ™ • Disable UPnP • Disable DHCP • Change the LAN IP address to an available address on your network. The LAN ports on the router cannot accept a DHCP address from your other router. To connect to another router, please follow the steps below: 1. Plug the power
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Section - Installation 6. Disconnect the Ethernet cable from the router and reconnect your computer to your network. 7. Connect an Ethernet cable in one of the LAN ports of the router and connect it to your other router. Do not plug anything into the WAN port of the D-Link router. 8. You may now use the other 3 LAN ports to connect other Ethernet devices and computers. To configure your wireless network, open a web browser and enter the IP address you assigned to the router. Refer to the C
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Section 3 - Configuration Configuration This section will show you how to configure your new D-Link wireless router using the web-based configuration utility. 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). Enter the user name (admin) and your password. Leave the password blank by default. If you get a Page Cannot be Displayed error, please refer to the Troubleshooting sec
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Section 3 - Configuration Setup Wizard You may run the setup wizard to quickly setup your router. Click Setup Wizard to launch the wizard. Click Launch Internet Connection Setup Wizard to begin. D-Link DIR-301 User Manual 1
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Section 3 - Configuration Click Next to continue. Create a new password and then click Next to continue. Select your time zone from the drop-down menu and then click Next to continue. Select the type of Internet connection you use and then click Next to continue. D-Link DIR-301 User Manual 1
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Section 3 - Configuration If you selected Dynamic, you may need to enter the MAC address of the computer that was last connected directly to your modem. If you are currently using that computer, click Clone Your PC’s MAC Address and then click Next to continue. The Host Name is optional but may be required by some ISPs. The default host name is the device name of the Router and may be changed. If you selected PPPoE, enter your PPPoE username and password. Click Next to continue. Select Stat
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Section 3 - Configuration If you selected L2TP, enter your L2TP username and password. Click Next to continue. If you selected Static, enter your network settings supplied by your Internet provider. Click Next to continue. Click Connect to save your settings. Once the router is finished rebooting, click Continue. Please allow 1-2 minutes to connect. Close your browser window and reopen it to test your Internet connection. It may take a few tries to initially connect to the Internet. D-Link
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Section 3 - Configuration Internet Setup Dynamic (Cable) Dynamic IP Choose Dynamic IP Address to obtain IP Address information automatically from your ISP. Select this option Address: if your ISP does not give you any IP numbers to use. This option is commonly used for Cable modem services. Host Name: The Host Name is optional but may be required by some ISPs. The default host name is the device name of the Router and may be changed. The default MAC Address is set to the WAN’s physical MAC
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Section 3 - Configuration Internet Setup PPPoE (DSL) Choose PPPoE (Point to Point Protocol over Ethernet) if your ISP uses a PPPoE connection. Your ISP will provide you with a username and password. This option is typically used for DSL services. Make sure to remove your PPPoE software from your computer. The software is no longer needed and will not work through a router. Select Dynamic (most common) or Static. PPPoE: Select Static if your ISP assigned you the IP address, subnet mask, gatew
