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  • Page 1 Table of Content D-Link DSL-2640B User Manual...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    INTERNET SETUP ..................39 LOCAL NETWORK ..................40 TIME and DATE ..................43 LOGOUT ....................45 ADVANCED....................46 ADVANCED INTERNET ................46 ADVANCED WIRELESS................47 PORT FORWARDING ................52 PORT TRIGGERING.................. 54 DMZ......................56 PARENTAL CONTROL................57 D-Link DSL-2640B User Manual...

  • Page 3: Package Contents

     One straight-through Ethernet cable  One Quick Installation Guide Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage rating than the one included with the DSL-2640B will cause damage and void the warranty for this product. D-Link DSL-2640B User Manual...

  • Page 4: System Requirements

     ADSL Internet service  Computer with:  200MHz Processor  64MB Memory  CD-ROM Drive  Ethernet Adapter with TCP/IP Protocol Installed  Windows win7/vista/XP/2000  MAC OS  Internet Explorer v6 or later, FireFox v1.5 D-Link DSL-2640B User Manual...

  • Page 5: Introduction

    *Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE standard 802.11n specifications. Actual data throughput will vary. Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of network traffic, building materials and construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate. Environmental factors will adversely affect wireless signal range. D-Link DSL-2640B User Manual...

  • Page 6: Features

     Full Network Management - The web-based management and text-based network management via Telnet connection.  Easy Installation - The DSL-2640B uses a web-based graphical user interface program for convenient management access and easy set up. Any common web browser software can be used to manage the Router. D-Link DSL-2640B User Manual...

  • Page 7: Hardware Overview

    Use the Ethernet ports to connect Use the adapter shipped with the Push in to power-on the Router. the Router to your Ethernet LAN Router to connect to power Push again to power-off the or Ethernet devices Router source D-Link DSL-2640B User Manual...

  • Page 8: Leds

    A solid green light indicates a valid link on startup. These Steady green light indicates a successful Internet connection. lights blink when there is activity currently passing Steady red light indicates failed Internet connection. Dark if no through the Ethernet port. WAN protocol is configured. D-Link DSL-2640B User Manual...

  • Page 9: Installation

    Before you Begin Please read and make sure you understand all the prerequisites for proper installation of your new Router. Have all the necessary information and equipment on hand before beginning the installation. D-Link DSL-2640B User Manual...

  • Page 10: Installation Notes

    Ethernet port, you must install an Ethernet NIC adapter before you can use the Router. If you must install an adapter, follow the installation instructions that come with the Ethernet NIC adapter. D-Link DSL-2640B User Manual...
  • Page 11 LAN side of the bridge, such as a PC, a server, a gateway device such as a router or similar firewall hardware. The IP address can be assigned in a number of ways. Your network service provider will give you instructions about any additional connection software or NIC configuration that may be required. D-Link DSL-2640B User Manual...

  • Page 12: Information You Will Need From Your Adsl Service Provider

    Modulation Type drop-down menu on the ADSL Configuration window (Advanced > ADSL) Security Protocol This is the method your ADSL service provider will use to verify your Username and Password when you log on to their network. Your Router supports the PAP and CHAP protocols. D-Link DSL-2640B User Manual...
  • Page 13 ADSL service provider’s network and your computer. If you are setting up the Router for multiple virtual connections, you will need to configure the VPI and VCI as instructed by your ADSL service provider for the additional connections. This setting can be changed in the WAN Settings window of the web management interface. D-Link DSL-2640B User Manual...
  • Page 14 IP address used for DHCP service on the LAN when DHCP is enabled. LAN Subnet Mask for the DSL-2640B This is the subnet mask used by the DSL-2640B, and will be used throughout your LAN. The default subnet mask is 255.255.255.0. This can be changed later. D-Link DSL-2640B User Manual...

  • Page 15: Information You Will Need About Your Lan Or Computer

    It is recommended that your collection and record this information here, or in some other secure place, in case you have to re-configure your ADSL connection in the future. Once you have the above information, you are ready to setup and configure your DSL-2640B Wireless ADSL Router. D-Link DSL-2640B User Manual...

  • Page 16: Wireless Installation Considerations

    1. Keep the number of walls and ceilings between the D-Link router and other network devices to a minimum - each wall or ceiling can reduce your adapter’s range from 3-90 feet (1-30 meters.) Position your devices so that the number of walls or ceilings is minimized.

  • Page 17: Device Installation

    Router will attempt to establish the ADSL connection, if the ADSL line is connected and the Router is properly configured this should light up after several seconds. If this is the first time installing the device, some settings may need to be changed before the Router can establish a connection. D-Link DSL-2640B User Manual...

  • Page 18: Factory Reset Button

    Use standard twisted-pair cable with RJ-45 connectors. The RJ-45 port on the Router is a auto adapting (MDI/MDI-X). The rules governing Ethernet cable lengths apply to the LAN to Router connection. Be sure that the cable connecting the LAN to the Router does not exceed 100 meters. D-Link DSL-2640B User Manual...
  • Page 19 Computer to Router Connection You can connect the Router directly to a 10/100BASE-TX Ethernet adapter card (NIC) installed on a PC using the Ethernet cable provided as shown in this diagram. D-Link DSL-2640B User Manual...

  • Page 20: Configuration

    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 Connect to the Router To configure the WAN connection used by the Router it is first necessary to communicate with the Router through its management interface, which is HTML-based and can be accessed using a web browser.

  • Page 21: Status

    LOCAL NETWORK INFO. To access the DEVICE STATUS LOG setting window, click on the Device Info button in the STATUS directory. SYSTEM INFO This window displays Model Name, the Time and Date and the Firmware Version. D-Link DSL-2640B User Manual...
  • Page 22 Downstream Line Rate (Kbps): It shows the current Downstream speed. Upstream Line Rate (Kbps): It shows the current Upstream Line speed. WIRELESS LAN This window displays authenticated wireless stations and their status. D-Link DSL-2640B User Manual...
  • Page 23 Section 3 - Configuration LOCAL NETWORK INFO This window displays LAN information including MAC, IP address, Mask, and DHCP Server status. D-Link DSL-2640B User Manual...

  • Page 24: Wireless Clients

    Section 3 - Configuration WIRELESS CLIENTS This feature shows all the current connected wireless MACs. CONNECTED WIRELESS CLIENTS This window displays all the connected devices’ MACs, Associated status, Authorized status, linked SSID and the connected wireless interface. D-Link DSL-2640B User Manual...

  • Page 25: Dhcp Clients

    DHCP CLIENTS This feature shows the current status of all the DHCP leased devices. DHCP CLIENTS This window displays all the DHCP leased devices’ hostname (ex. PC’s name), MAC address, released IP and counting expires time. D-Link DSL-2640B User Manual...

  • Page 26: Log

    Section 3 - Configuration This feature is linked to the Maintenance/System Log/View System Log. SYSTEM LOG This window displays the level even log which is configured by the Maintenance/System Log/Configure System Log D-Link DSL-2640B User Manual...

  • Page 27: Statistics

    This window displays all the current Receiver and Transmitted Bytes and packets statistics on the LAN and wireless interfaces. This window displays all the current Receiver and Transmitted Bytes and packets statistics on the WAN interfaces. D-Link DSL-2640B User Manual...
  • Page 28 Attenuation: The signal levels to be lower relative to any local noise and attenuation. This will have the effect of reducing speeds or causing connection failures. Output Power: Transmitting power. Attainable Rate (Kbps): Line rate Rate(kbps): Date rate. D-Link DSL-2640B User Manual...
  • Page 29 OCD: Out of Cell Delineation LCD: Loss of Cell Delineation ES: Errored Second You can click the ADSL BER Test button to test the ADSL connection. You can click the Reset Statistics button to set all statistics to recount. D-Link DSL-2640B User Manual...

  • Page 30: Route Info

    To access the ROUTE INFO setting window, click on the ROUTE INFO button under the STATUS tab. The Route Info section displays route information showing the IP segments of the destination, gateway, and subnet mask as well as other route information D-Link DSL-2640B User Manual...

  • Page 31: Setup

    Router including how to change IP settings and DHCP server setup. WIRELESS Use this section to configure the wireless settings for your D-Link router. Please note that changes made in this section will also need to be duplicated onto your wireless clients and PC.
  • Page 32 Section 3 – Configurations Welcome to the D-Link Wireless Security Setup Wizard Network Name (SSID) Accept the default name or change it to something else and the maximum is up to 32 characters. If the default SSID is changed, all other devices on the wireless network must also use the same SSID.
  • Page 33 When you select the WPA (Recommended), type a string (8-63 characters, Network Key such as A~Z, or 0~9.) on the When you select the WEP, type a string. - Exactly 5 or 13 characters - Exactly 10 or 26 characters using 0-9 and A-F D-Link DSL-2640B User Manual...
  • Page 34 Transmission Rate, suggest keeping the Best (automatic) selection. This is related to Receive Sensitivity as follows, for example, MANRATE HT20/GI=0 HT40/GI=0 HT40/GI=1 MCS 0 0x80 6.5Mbps 13.5Mbps MCS 1 0x81 13Mbps 27Mbps MCS 2 0x82 19.5Mbps 40.5Mbps D-Link DSL-2640B User Manual...
  • Page 35 To protect your privacy you can configure wireless security features. This device supports three wireless security modes including: WEP, WPA, WPA2 and Auto (WPA or WPA2). WEP is the original wireless encryption standard. WPA (TKIP or AES)/WPA2 (AES) provide a higher level of security. D-Link DSL-2640B User Manual...
  • Page 36 Choose which WEP key from 1 to 4 you want to use to link to clients on the Default WEP Key. Select Authentication type from the drop-down menu. (Shared is better than Open) Click on the Apply Settings button to apply settings. D-Link DSL-2640B User Manual...
  • Page 37 Type the value seconds on the Group Key Update Interval. The default value is 1800. Type the string on the Pre-Shared Key Click the Apply Settings button to save the configuration. Choose the Hide or Display to decide if you want to show the SSID. D-Link DSL-2640B User Manual...
  • Page 38 WEP applications. A RADIUS server is used to authenticate all potential users. . Enter your RADIUS server data: IP Address, Port, and Secret Key. The Authentication Timeout is 36000 seconds. Click on the Save Settings button to apply settings. D-Link DSL-2640B User Manual...

  • Page 39: Internet Setup

    Incapsulamento : Please select the LLC or VC-Mux to match to your ISP’s CO DSLAM’s encapsulation. Type VPI/VCI to match the exact channel. Type username/password which your ISP provides to you when you apply the connection. Press the Apply button to let the configurations take effect. D-Link DSL-2640B User Manual...

  • Page 40: Local Network

    You also can enable the second IP Address and subnet Mask for LAN Interface to let LAN side has 2 different IP segments. For example, 192.168.1.0/24 (The default segment) and the 192.168.2.0/24 (The second segment). D-Link DSL-2640B User Manual...
  • Page 41 Address, such as “Father’s Laptop”. Press the Copy Your PC’s MAC Address button to help you get the Mac address from the current PC you are using now browsing this web page. Press the Apply button to save the settings D-Link DSL-2640B User Manual...
  • Page 42 The NUMBER OF DYNAMIC DHCP CLIENTS shows how many DHCP clients (PC or Laptop) connected to the router currently. Click on the Save Settings button. You will be asked to reboot by a pop-up window. Click on the OK to reboot the router. D-Link DSL-2640B User Manual...

  • Page 43: Time And Date

    Daylight Saving time starts in the most parts of the United States on the second Sunday of March. Each time zone in the United States starts Daylight Saving time at 2 A.M. Thus, in the United States you must use March, Second, Sunday, at 2:00 A.M. D-Link DSL-2640B User Manual...
  • Page 44 You can also use the Copy Your Computer’s Time Settings to synchronize the Date and Time to your local PC. Or, you also can adjust Year/Month/Day/Hour/Minute/Second manually. Please press the Apply button to save the configuration. D-Link DSL-2640B User Manual...

  • Page 45: Logout

    The LOGOUT page enables you to logout of your router configuration and closes the browser. To access the LOGOUT setting window, click on the Logout button in the SETUP directory LOGOUT Click on the Logout button to logout of the router configuration settings and close the browser. D-Link DSL-2640B User Manual...

  • Page 46: Advanced

    The Multiple PVC Settings allow you to Add, Delete or Edit multiple PVCs connection for advanced ADSL service. The Advanced ADSL settings allow you to choose which ADSL modulation settings your modem router will support. D-Link do not recommend that you change these settings unless directed to do so by your ISP.

  • Page 47: Advanced Wireless

    ADVANCED WIRELESS These options are for users that wish to change the behavior of their 802.11g wireless radio from the standard setting. D-Link does not recommend changing these settings from the factory default. Incorrect settings may impair the performance of your wireless radio. The default settings should provide the best wireless radio performance in most environments.
  • Page 48 A beacon is a packet broadcast by the router to synchronize the wireless network. The value is 1~65535 milliseconds. 5-levels of transmit power are available: Transmit Power: 20%, 40%, 60%, 80% and 100%. D-Link DSL-2640B User Manual...
  • Page 49 If you want to isolate the guest wireless, you can select on in this AP Isolation You can define the Security mode for the guest wireless by selecting WEP/WPA/WPA2/Auto Please press the Save/Apply button to save the configurations. D-Link DSL-2640B User Manual...
  • Page 50 Select the MAC Restrict Mode as Deny to filter out all wireless MAC address in the Wireless Mac Filter lists Enter the Wireless MAC Address and press the Save/Apply button to add in the wireless MAC filter list. D-Link DSL-2640B User Manual...
  • Page 51 WMM is used to prioritize the data packets from to/from WLAN. It is very useful when transmitting delay-sensitive packets like VoIP. You can select Enabled or Disabled to decide if you want to use WMM. Please press the Apply button to take it effect. D-Link DSL-2640B User Manual...

  • Page 52: Port Forwarding

    Private IP Address must be within the useable range of the subnet occupied by the Router. To access the PORT FORWARDING settings window, click on the PORT FORWARDING button in the ADVANCED directory PORT FORWARDING RULES CONFIGURATION Press the Add button to have a port forwarding policy now. D-Link DSL-2640B User Manual...
  • Page 53 WAN side of the router. The TCP/UDP means the protocol type of the opened ports. The Internal Port shows the ports opened in the server PC with the appointed IP Address. The TCP/UDP means the protocol type of the opened ports. D-Link DSL-2640B User Manual...

  • Page 54: Port Triggering

    32 entries can be configured. To access the PORT TRIGGER setting window, click on the PORT TRIGGER button in the ADVANCED directory. PORT TRIGGER RULES CONFIGURATION Press the Add button to have a Port Triggering policy now. D-Link DSL-2640B User Manual...
  • Page 55 Advanced/Schedule settings to configure a period time which you want. Enter your Trigger and Open port(s), and select the Traffic Type if you select to type the application manually. Click on the Apply button to apply settings D-Link DSL-2640B User Manual...

  • Page 56: Dmz

    Port Forwarding table to the DMZ host computer. Enter the computer's IP address and click "Apply" to activate the DMZ host. Clear the IP address field and press "Apply" button to deactivate the DMZ host. D-Link DSL-2640B User Manual...

  • Page 57: Parental Control

    To access the PARENT CONTROL setting window, click on the Parental Control button in the ADVANCED directory BLOCK WEBSITE Uses URL (i.e. www.yahoo.com) to implement filtering. BLOCK MAC ADDRESS Uses MAC address to implement filtering TRUSTED COMPUTERS Uses Trusted computers to avoid parental control. D-Link DSL-2640B User Manual...
  • Page 58 Advanced/Schedule settings to configure a period time which you want. Check the checkbox in the head of the row, and then click on the Delete button. The checked items will be deleted from the table. D-Link DSL-2640B User Manual...

  • Page 59: D-Link Dsl-2640B User Manual

    Enter the User name and MAC address of the restricted PC. Select the schedule for the rule to take effect in Blocking on Schedule. Click on the Apply button to apply settings D-Link DSL-2640B User Manual...

  • Page 60: D-Link Dsl-2640B User Manual

    Address, even if the pc IP Address is in Trusted User IP Range, the pc can't connect to the route too. Type a range of IP address which is not restricted by Block Website. Click on the Apply button to apply settings D-Link DSL-2640B User Manual...

  • Page 61: Filtering Option

    Section 3 – Configurations FILTERING OPTION Use this section to configure the FILTER OPTION setting for your D-Link router. Please note that changes made in this section will also need to be duplicated onto your wireless clients and PC. To access the FILTER OPTION settings window, click on the FILTER OPTION button in the ADVANCED directory.
  • Page 62 You also can choose which WAN interface you want to configure the Inbound IP filter policy. Press the Add/Apply button to add and apply settings. Note: This section only applies when the Firewall is enabled. D-Link DSL-2640B User Manual...
  • Page 63 You also can select Always or Never on the Schedule or you can press the link to launch the Advanced/Schedule settings to configure a period time which you want. Press the Add/Apply button to add and apply settings. Note: This section only applies when the Firewall is enabled. D-Link DSL-2640B User Manual...
  • Page 64 Also known as MAC address filter. You can forward or deny incoming traffic based on the source MAC address or the destination MAC address. Note that bridge filter will work with interfaces which are configured as bridge. Press the Apply button to add and apply settings. D-Link DSL-2640B User Manual...

  • Page 65: Firewall Settings

    Burst is the consecutive trigger number allowed. The router will stop all related application when the Burst is matched and resume working after the Rate is reduced below the configured number. D-Link DSL-2640B User Manual...

  • Page 66: Dns Setup

    DNS servers on the ISP’s network, check Obtain DNS server address automatically box. If you have DNS IP addresses provided by your ISP, enter these IP addresses in the available entry fields for the Primary DNS Server and the Secondary DNS Server. D-Link DSL-2640B User Manual...

  • Page 67: Ddns

    Available servers include DynDns.org and dlinkddns. Enter the complete Host Name that you registered Host Name: to your DDNS service provider. Enter the Username for your DDNS Username: account. Enter the Password for your DDNS account Password: D-Link DSL-2640B User Manual...

  • Page 68: Network Tool

    Each group will perform as an independent network. Allows you to manually configure special routes that your network might need. ADSL Settings Allows you to configure Default Gateway used by WAN Interface. UPNP Allows you to configure UPnP. D-Link DSL-2640B User Manual...
  • Page 69 Please choose which LAN interface or wireless you want to combine to the WAN interface. You also can type the DHCP Vendor ID to combine to a group. Press the Apply button to save the configurations. D-Link DSL-2640B User Manual...
  • Page 70 Please type the Traffic Class Name. Specify Classification Criteria Select the physical LAN port and Ether Type. Type the Source IP/MAC and Destination IP/MAC. Specify Classification Results Assign Classification Queue: priority 1~8 (ath0&key&Pre) Mark Differentiated Service Code Point (DSCP): D-Link DSL-2640B User Manual...
  • Page 71 Click 'Apply/Save' button to save it. Note: If Enable Qos checkbox is not selected, all QoS will be disabled for all interfaces. Note: The default DSCP mark is used to mark all egress packets that do not match any classification rules. D-Link DSL-2640B User Manual...
  • Page 72 Bitswap: adapts to errors on the line: As line conditions change, bit swapping allows the modem to swap bits around different channels, without retraining, as each channel becomes more or less capable. SRA: SRA software allows modems to make seamless data transfer D-Link DSL-2640B User Manual...
  • Page 73 No retrain In this mode ADSL PHY will be trying to establish connection as in normal mode, but once the connection is up it will not retrain even if the signal is lost. L3 low consumption mode D-Link DSL-2640B User Manual...
  • Page 74 Section 3 – Configurations UPNP CONFIGURATION User can enable/disable UPnP functionality on this page. Click Apply button to save your setting. You can enable the Enable UPNP support to have Upnp function. D-Link DSL-2640B User Manual...

  • Page 75: Routing

    To access the Routing setting window, click on the Routing button under the ADVANCED tab. STATIC ROUTE Allows you to manually configure special routes that your network might need. DEFAULT GATEWAY Allows you to configure Default Gateway used by WAN Interface. Allows you to configure RIP (Routing Information Protocol). D-Link DSL-2640B User Manual...
  • Page 76 Press the Add button to configure a route. Enter the destination network address, subnet mask, gateway IP address or an available WAN interface and then press the Apply button to add the entry to the routing table. D-Link DSL-2640B User Manual...
  • Page 77 'Enabled' checkbox for the interface. Click the 'Save/Apply' button to save the configuration, and to start or stop RIP based on the Global RIP mode selected. NOTE: RIP cannot be configured on the WAN interface which has NAT enabled (such as PPPoE). D-Link DSL-2640B User Manual...

  • Page 78: Schedule

    Press the Add button to create your own schedule. Type the schedule policy name. Day(s) Select All Week or Select Day(s) to have which day(s) to be available. Hour(s) Set the Start time and the End time to define the working time range. D-Link DSL-2640B User Manual...

  • Page 79: Maintenance

    Note: Please always save configuration file first before viewing it. UPDATE SETTINGS Update DSL Router settings. You may update your router settings using your saved files. RESTORE DEFAULT SETTINGS Restore DSL Router settings to the factory defaults D-Link DSL-2640B User Manual...
  • Page 80 To reset the Router to its factory default settings, click on the Restore Default Settings button. You will be prompted to confirm your decision to reset the Router. The Router will reboot with the factory default settings including IP settings (192.168.1.1) and Administrator password (admin). D-Link DSL-2640B User Manual...

  • Page 81: Firmware Update

    FIRMWARE UPGRADE To upgrade firmware, click on the Browse… button to search for the file and then click on the Update Firmware button to begin copying the file. The Router will load the file and restart automatically. D-Link DSL-2640B User Manual...

  • Page 82: Access Control

    Section 3 – Configurations ACCESS CONTROL To access the ACCESS CONTROL setting window, click on the ACCESS CONTROL button in the MAINTENANCE directory. D-Link DSL-2640B User Manual...
  • Page 83 Manage DSL Router user accounts SERVICES A Service Control List ("SCL") enables or disables services from being used. IP ADDRESS Permits access to local management services. Admin The Admin option is used to set a password for access to the D-Link DSL-2640B User Manual...
  • Page 84 Allows an ISP technician to access your DSL Router for maintenance and to run diagnostics. User Password Allows end user to view configuration settings and statistics, as well as update the router's firmware. Services Allows access to the router via FTP, HTTP, ICMP, SSH, D-Link DSL-2640B User Manual...
  • Page 85 Accesses the DSL router from the local network (LAN) side. Accesses the DSL router from the WAN side. Press the Apply button to take it effect. IP Address When enabled allows the filtering of IP address that can D-Link DSL-2640B User Manual...
  • Page 86 Section 3 – Configurations access the router. This works in conjunction with Access Control - Services Type the IP Address which you want to control the device. Press the Apply button to take it effect. D-Link DSL-2640B User Manual...

  • Page 87: Diagnostics

    Router. A Ping test may be done through the local or external interface to test connectivity to known IP addresses. The diagnostics feature executes a series of test on your system software and hardware connections. Use this window when working with your ISP to troubleshoot problems. D-Link DSL-2640B User Manual...

  • Page 88: System Log

    The System Log dialog allows you to view the System Log and configure the System Log options. Click "View System Log" to view the System Log. Click "Configure System Log" to configure the System Log options. D-Link DSL-2640B User Manual...
  • Page 89 Section 3 – Configurations VIEW SYSTEM LOG It links to the STATUS/Logs and the table lists the system log. D-Link DSL-2640B User Manual...
  • Page 90 Remote: Send log file to remote system log server only Server IP Address: IP address of the remote system log server Server UDP Port: UDP port number of the remote system log server Press the Apply button to tale it effect. D-Link DSL-2640B User Manual...

  • Page 91: Troubleshooting

    1. Why can’t I access the web-based configuration utility? When entering the IP address of the D-Link router (192.168.1.1 for example), you are not connecting to a website on the Internet or have to be connected to the Internet. The device has the utility built-in to a ROM chip in the device itself.
  • Page 92  Close your web browser (if open) and open it.  Access the web management. Open your web browser and enter the IP address of your D-Link router in the address bar. This should open the login page for the web management.

  • Page 93: Wireless Basics

    D-Link wireless products are based on industry standards to provide easy-to-use and compatible high-speed wireless connectivity within your home, business or public access wireless networks. Strictly adhering to the IEEE standard, the D-Link wireless family of products will allow you to securely access the data you want, when and where you want it.
  • Page 94 PDAs, headphones, laptops, speakers, and other devices that operate on batteries. Who uses wireless? Wireless technology as become so popular in recent years that almost everyone is using it, whether it’s for home, office, business, D-Link has a wireless solution for it.
  • Page 95 Appendix A - Wireless Basics Using a D-Link Cardbus Adapter with your laptop, you can access the hotspot to connect to Internet from remote locations like: Airports, Hotels, Coffee Shops, Libraries, Restaurants, and Convention Centers. Wireless network is easy to setup, but if you’re installing it for the first time it could be quite a task not knowing where to start. That’s why we’ve put together a few setup steps and tips to help you through the process of setting up a wireless network.

  • Page 96: How To Connect To The Router Via A Wireless Device In Xp/ Vista / Win 7 And Mac Os X

    XP/ Vista/ Win 7 and MAC OS X 1. XP Step 1 Remember to enable the “use Windows to configure my wireless network setting” and push the “View Wireless Network” button Step 2 Choose the SSID and type the Network key D-Link DSL-2640B User Manual...
  • Page 97 Appendix B - Networking Basics Step 3 You will see the SSID is connected. D-Link DSL-2640B User Manual...
  • Page 98 Appendix B - Networking Basics 2. Vista Step 1 Launch the Network and Sharing Center and click the Connect to a network. Step2 Choose the SSID which you want to link D-Link DSL-2640B User Manual...
  • Page 99 Appendix B - Networking Basics Step 3 Type the security key and click the Connect button Step 4 You can see the successfully information. D-Link DSL-2640B User Manual...
  • Page 100 Appendix B - Networking Basics 3. Windows 7 Step 1 Choose the “Connect to a Network” and choose the SSID which you want to link, and then type the Security key. Step 2 You can see the successfully information. D-Link DSL-2640B User Manual...
  • Page 101 Step 1. Double click the wireless icon and it will search all the SSIDs of the available wireless devices. Please choose the SSID which you want to connect to. Step 2 Please type the security key D-Link DSL-2640B User Manual...
  • Page 102 Appendix B - Networking Basics Step 3 You can see it appears a ˇ symbol on the wireless device which you want to connect to. It means the wireless is successful to connect to it now. D-Link DSL-2640B User Manual...

  • Page 103: Networking Basics

    Check your IP address After you install your new D-Link adapter, by default, the TCP/IP settings should be set to obtain an IP address from a DHCP server (i.e. wireless router) automatically. To verify your IP address, please follow the steps below.
  • Page 104 Windows® 2000 - From the desktop, right-click on the My Network Places > Properties. Step 2 Right-click on the Local Area Connection which represents your D-Link network adapter and select Properties. Step 3 Highlight Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and click on the Properties.

  • Page 105: Technical Specifications

    Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11n specifications. Actual data throughput will vary. Network conditions and environmental factors, including olume of network traffic, building materials and construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate. Environmental factors will adversely affect wireless ignal range. D-Link DSL-2640B User Manual...

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