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Preface D-Link reserves the right to revise this publication and to make changes in the content hereof without obligation to notify any person or organization of such revisions or changes. Manual Revisions Revision Date Description 1.0 February 18, 2011 • Initial release Trademarks D-Link and the D-Link logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of D-Link Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States or other countries. All other company or product names mentioned herein are trademark
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Table of Contents Table of Contents Preface ................................................................................................. i Internet Setup .......................................................................................18 Manual Revisions ...............................................................................................i PPPoE (DSL) ......................................................................................18 Trademarks .........................
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Table of Contents Parental Controls ..................................................................................44 Update Firmware ..................................................................................72 Virtual Server .........................................................................................45 DDNS ........................................................................................................73 Port Forwarding ...........................................
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Table of Contents Wireless Modes ........................................................................................... 110 Networking Basics .........................................................................111 Check your IP address ............................................................................... 111 Technical Specifications ................................................................113 D-Link DIR-657 User Manual iv
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Section 1 - Product Overview Product Overview Package Contents DIR-657 HD Media Router Ethernet Cable Power Adapter CD-ROM with Manual and Setup Wizard If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller. Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage rating than the one included with the DIR-657 will cause damage and void the warranty. D-Link DIR-657 User Manual 1
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Section 1 - Product Overview System Requirements • An Ethernet-based Cable or DSL modem Network Requirements • IEEE 802.11n or 802.11g wireless clients • 10/100/1000 Ethernet Computer with the following: • Windows®, Macintosh, or Linux-based operating system • An installed Ethernet adapter Browser Requirements: Web-based Configuration • Internet Explorer 6.0 or higher Utility Requirements • Chrome 2.0 or higher • Firefox 3.0 or higher • Safari 3.0 or higher (with Java 1.3.1 or higher) Windows®
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Section 1 - Product Overview Introduction TOTAL PERFORMANCE Combines award winning router features and 802.11n wireless technology to provide the best wireless performance. TOTAL SECURITY The most complete set of security features including Active Firewall and WPA2™ to protect your network against outside intruders. TOTAL COVERAGE Provides greater wireless signal rates even at farther distances for best-in-class Whole Home Coverage. ULTIMATE PERFORMANCE The D-Link HD Media Router (DIR-657) is a
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Section 1 - Product Overview Features • F ast er W ir eless N et w or k ing - The DIR-657 provides up to 300Mbps* wireless connection with other 802.11n 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 802.11n wireless router gives you the freedom of wireless networking at speeds 650% faster than 802.11g. • C ompa tible with 802.11g De vic es - The DIR-657 i
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Section 1 - Product Overview • F a s t a n d G u a r a n t e e W i r e l e s s S t r e a m i n g f o r V i d e o Q u a l i t y - Whether set-top box or gaming console streaming media directly from the Internet, a NAS or PC, these devices share in common the need to connect with a router in order to communicate and establish the wireless media stream. The DIR-657 Wireless N Media Router offers stability, fast wireless, and guaranteed performance for media streaming using the
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Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Overview Connections 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 LAN Ports (1-4) Connect Ethernet devices such as computers, switches, and hubs. The auto MDI/MDIX Internet port is the connection for the Ethernet cable to the cable 2 Internet Port or DSL modem. 3 USB Connect a USB 1.1 or 2.0 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 powe
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Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Overview Front View 1 2 Press this button to add your device to an existing network or to create a new network. 1 WPS Button Power LED will blink on and off when WPS button is pressed. Insert your SD Card for sharing multimedia files such as video, music, and images. Refer to the SharePort Plus manual for more information. You may access the files on the SD card by opening a web browser and enter \\dlinkrouter. 2 SD Card Port Power LED will be blinking bl
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Section 1 - Product Overview LEDs 1 2 1 Power LED A solid light indicates a proper connection to the power supply. A solid light indicates connection on the Internet port. This LED blinks during data 2 Internet LED transmission. A solid blue light indicates that there is an Internet connection, an orange light indicates that there is none. D-Link DIR-657 User Manual 8
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Section 2 - 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 2 - 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 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 home or busi
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Section 2 - Installation Getting Started The DIR-657 includes a Quick Router Setup Wizard CD. Follow the simple steps below to run the Setup Wizard to guide you quickly through the installation process. Insert the Wizard CD in the CD-ROM drive. The step-by-step instructions that follow are shown in Windows® XP. The steps and screens are similar for the other Windows operating systems. If the CD Autorun function does not automatically start on your computer, go to Start > Run. In the run box t
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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). You may also connect using the NetBIOS name in the address bar (http://dlinkrouter). Select Admin from the drop-down menu and then enter your password. The password is le
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Section 3 - Configuration Setup Wizard Internet Connection Click Internet Connection Setup Wizard to quickly configure your router. Skip to the next page. If you want to enter your settings without running the wizard, click Manual Configuration and skip to page 17. Wireless Settings Click Wireless Connection Setup Wizard to begin. Skip to page 81. If you want to add your wireless clients to your router using WPS, click Add Wireless Device with WPS and skip to page 74. If you want to configur
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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-657 User Manual 14
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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 Static
