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D-Link DSL-G624M User Manual

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DSL-G624M
Wireless 108G MIMO ADSL2/2+ Router
User's Guide
August 2005

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  • Page 1 DSL-G624M Wireless 108G MIMO ADSL2/2+ Router User’s Guide August 2005...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table Of Contents About This User’s Guide ...............................iii BEFORE YOU START .......................III Installation Overview............................iii Packing List ................................... iv Installation Requirements..........................iv Introduction...............................1 Router Description and Operation ..........................1 Standards Compatibility and Compliance ........................4 Front Panel Display ................................ 5 Rear Panel Connections..............................6 Wireless LAN Basics ............................7 About 802.11g Wireless ..............................
  • Page 4 TOOLS ..........................42 Change System Password ............................. 43 System ..................................44 Firmware..................................45 Ping Test (Miscellaneous) ............................46 Diagnostics ................................... 47 Time....................................48 Status Information ................................ 49 Device Information Display............................50 Log....................................51 Stats ....................................52 ADSL Line ................................... 53 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ..................54 IP ADDRESS SETUP ......................56 IP CONCEPTS ........................58...

  • Page 5: About This User's Guide

    Internet access for an Ethernet or 802.11g/802.11b wireless LAN. If you are using a computer with a functioning Ethernet port, the quickest and easiest way to set up the DSL-G624M is to insert the Installation CD into the CD-ROM drive of your computer and follow the instructions provided in the Quick Installation Guide, which is also provided in print.

  • Page 6: Packing List

    5. One AC power adapter suitable for your electric service 6. One Quick Installation Guide Compatible 2XR Solutions To achieve the amazing performance of the D-Link 2XR range make sure you obtain the following client adapters. DWL-G650M Wireless 108G MIMO Cardbus Adapter DWL-G520M Wireless 108G MIMO PCI Desktop Adapter...

  • Page 7: Wireless Lan Configuration

    Basic wireless settings including the Channel and SSID can be configured through the Setup Wizard. Advanced wireless security settings can also be configured with the Setup Wizard. Security for wireless communication can be accomplished in a number of ways. The DSL-G624M supports WEP, WPA and WPA -PSK.

  • Page 8: Information You Will Need From Your Adsl Service Provider

    DSL-G624M Wireless ADSL Router User’s Guide Information you will need from your ADSL service provider: This is the Username used to log on to your ADSL service Record info here provider’s network. It is commonly in the form − user@isp.com.

  • Page 9: Information You Will Need About Your Lan Or Computer

    It is recommended that your collect 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-G624M ADSL Router.

  • Page 11: Introduction

    LAN and Wireless 108G MIMO connectivity in one package. The device is easy to install and use. The DSL-G624M connects to an Ethernet LAN or computers via standard Ethernet ports. The ADSL connection is made using ordinary telephone line with standard connectors. Multiple workstations can be networked and connected to the Internet using a single Wide Area Network (WAN) interface and single global IP address.
  • Page 12 DSL-G624M Wireless ADSL Router User’s Guide Features The DSL-G624M Wireless ADSL Router utilizes the latest ADSL enhancements to provide a reliable Internet portal suitable for most small to medium sized offices. DSL-G624M advantages include: • Super G 108G Wireless MIMO – This router uses D-Link’s latest 2XR MIMO (Multiple Input Multiple Output) technology to provide better radio signal coverage.
  • Page 13 Telnet Connection – The Telnet enables a network manager to access the Router’s management software and help aid diagnostics. • Easy Installation – The DSL-G624M 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.

  • Page 14: Standards Compatibility And Compliance

    DSL-G624M Wireless ADSL Router User’s Guide Standards Compatibility and Compliance The DSL-G624M complies with or is compatible with the following standards as recognized by their respective agencies. • ITU G.992.2 (G.lite) compliant • ITU G.992.1 (G.dmt) compliant • ANSI T1.413 issue 2 (Full Rate DMT Over Analog POTS) Annex A •...

  • Page 15: Front Panel Display

    Front Panel Display Place the DSL-G624M in a location that permits an easy view of the LED indicators on the front panel. The LED indicators on the front panel include the Power, Status, ADSL and WLAN and Ethernet (1-4) Link/Act indicators.

  • Page 16: Rear Panel Connections

    DSL-G624M Wireless ADSL Router User’s Guide Rear Panel Connections All cable connections to the Router are made at the rear panel. Connect the power adapter here to power on the Router. Use the Reset button to restore the settings to the factory default values in the next chapter for instructions on using the reset button).

  • Page 17: Wireless Lan Basics

    It will allow access to the wireless network to devices using the correct SSID after a negotiation process takes place. By default he DSL-G624M broadcasts its SSID so that any wireless station in range can learn the SSID and ask permission to associate with it.

  • Page 18: About 802.11G Wireless

    802.11a network means either scrapping 802.11b gear or buying even-pricier hardware that can support both standards. But 802.11g and D-Link’s Wireless 108G MIMO promises better speed than standard 802.11g and the ability to coexist with 802.11g equipment on one network, since it too uses the 2.4-GHz band.

  • Page 19: Hardware Installation

    Choosing the Best Location for Wireless Operation Many environmental factors can affect the effective wireless function of the DSL-G624M. If this is your first time setting up a wireless network device, read and consider the points listed below.

  • Page 20: Power On Router

    DSL-G624M Wireless ADSL Router User’s Guide Power on Router CAUTION: The Router must be used with the power adapter included with the device. To power on the Router: 1. Insert the AC Power Adapter cord into the power receptacle located on the rear panel of the Router and plug the adapter into a suitable nearby power source.

  • Page 21: Basic Router Configuration

    DSL-G624M Wireless 108G MIMO ADSL2/2+ Router User’s Guide Basic Router Configuration The first time you setup the Router it is recommended that you configure the WAN connection using a single computer making sure that both the computer and the Router are not connected to the LAN. Once the WAN connection is functioning properly, you may continue to make changes to Router configuration including IP settings and DHCP setup.

  • Page 22: Configuring Ip Settings On Your Computer

    DSL-G624M Wireless ADSL Router User’s Guide Configuring IP Settings on Your Computer In order to configure your system to receive IP settings from the Router it must first have the TCP/IP protocol installed. If you have an Ethernet port on your computer, it probably already has TCP/IP protocol installed. If you are using Windows XP the TCP/IP is enabled by default for standard installations.
  • Page 23 DSL-G624M Wireless 108G MIMO ADSL2/2+ Router User’s Guide In the Network Connections window, right-click on LAN (Local Area Connection), then click Properties. 3. In the General tab of the Local Area 4. Select “Obtain an IP address automatically” by Connection Properties menu, highlight Internet clicking once in the circle.

  • Page 24: Windows 2000

    DSL-G624M Wireless ADSL Router User’s Guide Windows 2000 First, check for the IP protocol and, if necessary, install it: 1. In the Windows task bar, click the Start button, point to Settings, and then click Control Panel. 2. Double-click the Network and Dial-up Connections icon.
  • Page 25 DSL-G624M Wireless 108G MIMO ADSL2/2+ Router User’s Guide 6. Double-click OK to confirm and save your changes. You will be prompted to restart Windows. 7. Click Yes. When it has restarted, your computer is ready to use the Router’s DHCP server.

  • Page 26: Access The Configuration Manager

    DSL-G624M Wireless ADSL Router User’s Guide 5. Click OK twice to confirm and save your changes, and then close the Control Panel. Your computer is now ready to use the Router’s DHCP server. Access the Configuration Manager Now that your computer’s IP settings allow it to communicate with the Router, you can access the configuration software.

  • Page 27: Configure The Router

    DSL-G624M Wireless 108G MIMO ADSL2/2+ Router User’s Guide Configure the Router When you successfully connect to the web manager, the Home directory tab will display the Setup Wizard menu. You can launch the Setup Wizard from this page or use the menu buttons located in the left panel of the web page to view other menus used for basic configuration.

  • Page 28: Home

    DSL-G624M Wireless ADSL Router User’s Guide Home This tab in the Web Manager will allow the user to set up various configurations in order to connect your Router to the Internet. Much of the information necessary in these screens must be supplied to you by your ISP. Remember to use the key words in bold when asking your ISP for information.

  • Page 29: Configure Basic Wireless Settings

    Europe. Channels available for wireless LAN communication are subject to regional and national regulation. Click the Apply button to save any change to the Channel. D-Link recommend that you select a channel that is not in use. By of factory default Channel 6 is used . If you find it is already being used in your neighborhood we would suggest either channel 1 or 13 as the are the next non-overlapping channels.

  • Page 30: Wireless Security

    MIMO. Wireless Security The wireless LAN interface of the DSL-G624M has various security features used to limit access to the device or to encrypt data and shared information. The available standardized security for wireless LAN includes WEP and WPA Wireless security is configured with the Wireless Settings menu located in the Home directory.
  • Page 31 DSL-G624M Wireless 108G MIMO ADSL2/2+ Router User’s Guide Security Options for your Wireless LAN In the Wireless settings menu, select the type of security you want to configure. The menu will change to present the settings specific to the method being configured. The Router’s wireless security options include three levels of WEP encryption and WPA-PSK for WPA with a user configured Pre Shared Key (PSK).

  • Page 32: Wep Encryption

    DSL-G624M Wireless ADSL Router User’s Guide WEP Encryption WEP (Wireless Encryption Protocol or Wired Equivalent Privacy) encryption can be enabled for security and privacy. WEP encrypts the data portion of each frame transmitted from the wireless adapter using one of the predefined keys.
  • Page 33 DSL-G624M Wireless 108G MIMO ADSL2/2+ Router User’s Guide Configure WPA-PSK Settings WPA security for wireless communication has been developed to overcome some of the shortcomings of WEP. WPA uses an improved encryption method combined with simpler authentication procedure. WPA-PSK requires a shared key but does not use a separate server for authentication. PSK keys can be ASCII or Hex type.

  • Page 34: Configure The Wan Connection

    DSL-G624M Wireless ADSL Router User’s Guide Configure the WAN Connection To configure the Router’s basic configuration settings without running the Setup Wizard, you can access the menus used to configure WAN, LAN, DHCP and DNS settings directly from the Home directory. To access the WAN Settings menu, click on the WAN link button on the left side of the first window that appears when you successfully access the web manager.

  • Page 35: Pppoe And Pppoa Connections For Wan

    DSL-G624M Wireless 108G MIMO ADSL2/2+ Router User’s Guide PPPoE and PPPoA Connections for WAN Follow the instructions below to configure the Router to use a PPPoA (For most United Kindgom Users) or PPPoE (For most mainland European Users) for the Internet connection. Make sure you have all the necessary information before you configure the WAN connection.

  • Page 36: Dynamic Ip Address Connection For Wan

    DSL-G624M Wireless ADSL Router User’s Guide Dynamic IP Address Connection for WAN Dynamic Address connection configures Router to automatically obtain its global IP address from a DHCP server on the ISP’s network. The service provider assigns a global IP address from a pool of addresses available to the service provider.

  • Page 37: Bridged Connection For Wan

    DSL-G624M Wireless 108G MIMO ADSL2/2+ Router User’s Guide Bridged Connection for WAN For Bridged connections it will be necessary for most users to install additional software on any computer that will connect to the Router for Internet access. The additional software is used for the purpose of identifying and verifying your account, and then granting Internet access to the computer requesting the connection.

  • Page 38: Static Ip Address For Connection Wan

    DSL-G624M Wireless ADSL Router User’s Guide Static IP Address for Connection WAN When the Router is configured to use Static IP Address assignment for the WAN connection, you must manually assign a global IP Address, Subnet Mask and Gateway IP Address used for the WAN connection.

  • Page 39: Lan Ip Settings

    DSL-G624M Wireless 108G MIMO ADSL2/2+ Router User’s Guide LAN IP Settings You can configure the LAN IP address to suit your preference. Many users will find it convenient to use the default settings together with DHCP service to manage the IP settings for their private network. The IP address of the Router is the base address used for DHCP.

  • Page 40: Dhcp Server Settings For The Lan

    To save the new settings and restart the Router, click on the Tools directory tab and then click the System menu button. Click the Reboot button under Force the DSL-G624M to system restart. The Router will save the new DHCP settings and restart.
  • Page 41 DSL-G624M Wireless 108G MIMO ADSL2/2+ Router User’s Guide Disabling the DHCP Server To disable DHCP, click to select the Disabled option and click on the Apply button. Choosing this option requires that workstations on the local network must be configured manually or use another DHCP server to obtain IP settings.

  • Page 42: Dns Server Settings

    DSL-G624M Wireless ADSL Router User’s Guide DNS Server Settings The Router can be configured to relay DNS settings from your ISP or another available service to workstations on your LAN. When using DNS relay, the Router will accept DNS requests from hosts on the LAN and forward them to the ISP’s, or alternative DNS servers.

  • Page 43: Advanced Router Management

    DSL-G624M Wireless 108G MIMO ADSL2/2+ Router User’s Guide Advanced Router Management This chapter introduces describes the management features that have not been presented in the previous chapter. These include the more advanced features used for network management and security as well as administrative tools to...

  • Page 44: Virtual Server

    Use the Virtual Server menu to set up port forwarding rules in the Router. The Virtual Server function allows remote users to access services on your LAN such as FTP for file transfers or SMTP and POP3 for e-mail. The DSL-G624M will accept remote requests for these services at your Global IP Address, using the specified TCP or UDP protocol and port number, and then redirect these requests to the server on your LAN with the Private IP address you specify.
  • Page 45 DSL-G624M Wireless 108G MIMO ADSL2/2+ Router User’s Guide Audio/Video, Apps and Servers have pre-defined rules which may be added to the selected Connection by clicking it and then clicking the Add button. Any of these rules may be removed by selecting it and clicking the Remove button.

  • Page 46: Filters

    DSL-G624M Wireless ADSL Router User’s Guide Filters Filter rules in the Router are put in place to allow or block specified traffic. The Filter Rules however can be used in a single direction to examine and then Allow or Deny traffic for Inbound (WAN to LAN) or Outbound (LAN to WAN) routed data.
  • Page 47 DSL-G624M Wireless 108G MIMO ADSL2/2+ Router User’s Guide The parameters described below are used to set up filter rules. Parameter Description For an Outbound Filter, this is the IP address or IP addresses on your LAN for which you are creating the filter rule. For an Inbound Filter, this is the IP address or IP addresses for which you are creating the filter rule.

  • Page 48: Routing

    DSL-G624M Wireless ADSL Router User’s Guide Routing Use the Routing Table to specify a route used for data traffic within your Ethernet LAN or to route data on the WAN. This is used to specify that all packets destined for a particular network or subnet use a predetermined gateway.
  • Page 49 For setting the best type of ADSL connection please refer to the ISP package you have purchased. You can check the Line Speed in Status > ADSL Line Default setting is Multimode (The DSL-G624M will automatically detect if you have a “ADSL1” G.Lite, G.dmt or T1.413 connect) If you have an ADSL2 service please select “ADSL2”...

  • Page 50: Dmz

    DSL-G624M Wireless ADSL Router User’s Guide Since some applications are not compatible with NAT, the Router supports use of a DMZ IP address for a single host on the LAN. This IP address is not protected by NAT and will therefore be visible to agents on the Internet with the right type of software.

  • Page 51: Firewall

    DSL-G624M Wireless 108G MIMO ADSL2/2+ Router User’s Guide Firewall The Firewall Configuration menu allows the Router to enforce specific predefined policies intended to protect against certain common types of attacks. There are two general types of protection (DoS, Port Scan) that can be...

  • Page 52: Tools

    DSL-G624M Wireless ADSL Router User’s Guide Tools Click the Tools tab to reveal the menu buttons for various functions located in this directory. The Administrator Settings is the first menu that appears in the Tools directory. This menu is used to change the system password used to access the web manager, to save or load Router configuration settings and to restore default settings.

  • Page 53: Change System Password

    DSL-G624M Wireless 108G MIMO ADSL2/2+ Router User’s Guide Change System Password To change the password used to access the Router web manager, click the Admin button in the Tools directory to display the Administrator Settings menu. Under the Administrator heading, type the New Password and Confirm Password to be certain you have typed it correctly.

  • Page 54: System

    DSL-G624M Wireless ADSL Router User’s Guide System Once you have configured the Router to your satisfaction, it is a good idea to back up the configuration file to your computer. To save the current configuration settings to your computer, click the Admin button in the Tools directory to display the Administrator Settings menu.

  • Page 55: Firmware

    System Settings menu described above. Firmware should only be upgrade when requested to do so be D-Link Service Personnel or you require an additional advanced user feature.

  • Page 56: Ping Test (Miscellaneous)

    Block WAN Ping. To increase the security of your network you can Block your IP address from responding from an PING command. UPnP Settings. The DSL-G624M supports advanced network functions such as the UPnP™ architecture for zero- configuration networking. Enable it if you have UPnP devices in your network you wish to connect.

  • Page 57: Diagnostics

    DSL-G624M Wireless 108G MIMO ADSL2/2+ Router User’s Guide Diagnostics The Test menus are used to test connectivity of the 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 of your system software and hardware connections.

  • Page 58: Time

    DSL-G624M Wireless ADSL Router User’s Guide Time The router allows you to select between three methods of setting the system time. You can enter the address of an NTP Server (or use the default address). You can set the time manually, or you can use the time settings on the PC that you are using to configure the router.

  • Page 59: Status Information

    DSL-G624M Wireless 108G MIMO ADSL2/2+ Router User’s Guide Status Information Use the various read-only menus to view system information and monitor performance. Device Information display...

  • Page 60: Device Information Display

    DSL-G624M Wireless ADSL Router User’s Guide Device Information Display Use the Device Information window to quickly view basic current information about the LAN and WAN interfaces and device information including Firmware Version and MAC address. The IP provided by your ISP will be displayed this screen when a successful login has been made.

  • Page 61: Log

    DSL-G624M Wireless 108G MIMO ADSL2/2+ Router User’s Guide The system log displays chronological event log data. Use the navigation buttons to view or scroll log pages. You may also save a simple text file containing the log to your computer. Click the Save Log button and follow the prompts to save the file.

  • Page 62: Stats

    DSL-G624M Wireless ADSL Router User’s Guide Stats Use the Traffic Statistics window to monitor traffic on the Ethernet, ADSL or Wireless Internet connection. Select the interface for which you want to view packet statistics and the information will appear below.

  • Page 63: Adsl Line

    DSL-G624M Wireless 108G MIMO ADSL2/2+ Router User’s Guide ADSL Line Use the ADSL Status information and the Test page for troubleshooting the ADSL connection. ADSL Status information...

  • Page 64: Technical Specifications

    DSL-G624M Wireless ADSL Router User’s Guide Technical Specifications General IEEE 802.11b/ 802.11g RFC 2364 (PPP over ATM) IEEE 802.3/ 802.3u RFC 1631 (NAT) IEEE 802.1d RFC 1877 (Automatic IP assignment) RFC 791 (IP Routing) RFC 2516 (PPP over Ethernet) RFC 792 (UDP)
  • Page 65 DSL-G624M Wireless 108G MIMO ADSL2/2+ Router User’s Guide Wireless Modulation IEEE 802.11b: DQPSK, DBPSK, DSSS, and CCK IEEE 802.11g: BPSK, QPSK, 16QAM, 64QAM, OFDM Frequency 2400 ~ 2484.5MHz ISM band Channels 11 channels for United States 13 channels for European Countries...

  • Page 66: Ip Address Setup

    IP Address Setup The DSL-G624M is designed to provide network administrators maximum flexibility for IP addressing on the Ethernet LAN. The easiest IP setup choice in most cases is to let the Router do it using DHCP, which is enabled by default. This appendix briefly describes various options including DHCP, used for IP setup on a LAN.

  • Page 67: Using Dhcp

    DSL-G624M Wireless 108G MIMO ADSL2/2+ Router User’s Guide #1 can be used for any LAN that requires up to 253 separate IP addresses (excluding the Router). Notice that the subnet mask is the same for all machines and the default gateway address is the LAN IP address of the Router.

  • Page 68: Ip Concepts

    DSL-G624M Wireless ADSL Router User’s Guide IP Concepts This appendix describes some basic IP concepts, the TCP/IP addressing scheme and shows how to assign IP Addresses. When setting up the Router, you must make sure it has a valid IP address. Even if you will not use the WAN port (ADSL port), you should, at the very least, make sure the Ethernet LAN port is assigned a valid IP address.

  • Page 69: Subnet Mask

    DSL-G624M Wireless 108G MIMO ADSL2/2+ Router User’s Guide All network addresses outside of these ranges (Class D and E) are either reserved or set aside for experimental networks or multicasting. Note When an IP address's host portion contains only zero(s), the address identifies a network and not a host. No physical device may be given such an address.

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